Allen Cay Iguanas, Highborne Cay and New Providence Island

Allen’s Cay is one of the few places where you can still find these fearsome looking creatures, which are protected by law.  Accustomed to visitors, rather than hiding, the iguanas appear at the sound of human footsteps.

I think the critters might have been disappointed that we only brought cameras.

Highborne Cay Anchorage

Acquired in Canada (we miss you Craig and Mo) this violet is celebrating a full year on Exhale.

Thanks for joining us on our anniversary, Gail and David. And thanks for the crew hats, Bert and EJ. Sorry you missed out on the champagne. To celebrate, Rick grilled filets, with blue cheese crumbles, local veggies, and baked potatoes; paired with an exquisite Zin from the Bernstein’s wine cellar. The perfect meal with wonderful friends. Happy Anniversary my love.

New Providence, Palm Cay Marina

After nine nights in a row on the hook, when we arrived in New Providence we tied up to a slip in Palm Cay, and basked in the luxury of AC. Such a marvelous invention.

The Marina is situated on the south eastern part of New Providence, away from the hustle and bustle of Nassau. The expanding community is still under construction, but seems to have lots of potential.

Open for only one month, the staff at the Palm Cay Restaurant were great. Given a little time, we are confident they will work out the few kinks in the kitchen.

Fort Charlotte

We make a practice of asking the marina staff for suggestions of places to explore. Miss Abby told us of a local treasure, not heavily frequented by the overwhelming cruise ship traffic. An important detail there were 4 massive ships docked in Nassau.

Lovers Tree, at the edge of Fort Charlotte. A sweet local tradition.

One of the best forts we have ever experienced, the limestone fort was constructed in the late 18th century by British colonial governor Lord Dunmore after the end of the American Revolutionary war. The fort has never been used in battle. How convenient that both the Queen and Dunmore’s wife were named Charlotte.

Cricket Club Restaurant and Pub

Best of all we got a recommendation for lunch – oh my!

Serving British and Bahamian specials, it was the best local cuisine we have experienced in the Bahamas.

Food photo for Sarah O. Clockwise from top left: Sheppard’s pie, Bahamian shrimp, curried chicken, and minced lobster.

An experience worth repeating. By the way, we were the ONLY folks, in the pub, that were not locals. Delicious. Here’s their website: https://bahamascricket.com/

It’s a must stop for sure. Special note for Ray, the draft Cricket Ale was Sideways worthy.

Don’t be fooled by the open tables, they were full before we left!

Thanks Abby for the courtesy car!

Hey D Floyd (aka #8), to date we have been on the hook a total of 20 nights in The Bahamas 😊

Happy Birthday Rodger. July 7.

Next stop: Nassau