Surf & Turf Retirement Adventures

Category: Float Plan

Travel Day Feb 13, 24 (Nassau to Bimini) Travel day #57

Scott here. Both of us want to get out of Nassau, but we want to make a smart decision on when to leave. I would like to leave Monday, but it is looking like Tuesday will be better for us to leave. This is sort-of our planned timeline.10:00 am: Leave the marina10:30 am: Fuel up at…

February 11, 2024
Travel day Feb 2, 24 (Staniel Cay to Nassau) Travel day # 56 and stats

Summary: Scott and Rita had to change their plans to take their dog Jazzy to a vet in Nassau due to an infected toenail. They arrived safely at Nassau Yacht Haven after a smooth 9-hour trip. Despite minor docking challenges, they are ready to explore Nassau. Jazzy will receive the needed care, and the crew…

February 2, 2024
Travel day Jan. 31, 24 (Big Majors anchorage to Between the Majors anchorage) Travel day # 55 and Stats

Scott here. An unexpected travel day. To start, last night was an awesome night. We hardly moved and I almost forgot we were on a boat. But, after taking Jazzy for her morning walk the wind picked up as well as the waves and it became rolly. But, we have chores to get done. We…

January 31, 2024
Travel Day Jan. 30, 24 (Black Point to Staniel Cay) Travels day #54 plus stats

Scott here. We finally did it. We left Black Point! We were there for 10 days. We would have gone crazy without good cell or internet reception for 10 days. As it is during peak evening hours the load is pretty heavy that our Bahamas Aliv internet is pretty slow. As you may know our…

January 31, 2024
Travel day Jan. 26, 24 (Black Point to Staniel Cay) Travel day #53a

Scott here. Time to move! We are planning on leaving here and heading north a few miles to Staniel Cay. We have seen all there is to see at Black Point. There are literally less than 12 businesses here! The wind is going to move around Saturday night and come more from the south or…

January 25, 2024
Travel Day Jan. 20, 24 (Prime Cay to Black Point) Travel Day # 53

Scott and his crew changed plans to move due to poor cell and internet signals. They set their sights on Black Point Settlement; 11 miles further north than initially planned. Leaving at first light, they explained boat equipment: a bridle for stability and a bow roller to protect the boat’s bow from the anchor. The…

January 22, 2024
Travel day #51 stats

Scott here. What a day! We finally left George Town, although we are still at Great Exuma Island. We will be here two nights. Tomorrow we want to snorkel a blue hole about 1 mile from here. Then there is a small town we might stop at on the way back. I will let Rita…

January 22, 2024
Travel Day Jan. 14, 24 (Elizabeth Harbor to Hooper’s Bay (Travel day #50)

Scott here. Yes, we are still around and still in the Bahamas! Eventually, Rita will put out a post or two with some photos of the area. It is sooooooo beautiful. I just don’t get tired of looking at the harbor. There are a number of trails that lead to the Sound side of the…

January 13, 2024
Travel Day Jan. 2, 24 (Elizabeth Harbor to Elizabeth Harbor) Travel Day #49 with stats too

Scott had a relaxing travel day, moving to a new mooring ball and testing the Blackwater Bazooka. The device worked well, allowing them to discharge waste legally. He also shared information about different waste disposal options and regulations, emphasizing the importance of responsible waste management at sea and near shore.

January 2, 2024
Travel Day Dec 31, 23 (Marina at Emerald Bay to George Town) Travel Day # 48

The couple has been at Emerald Bay Marina for 18 days, recently navigating challenges like driving on the left in a rented car. They faced a dilemma with their boat equipment but found a solution through helpful fellow boaters. With plans to depart on a specific high tide, they are ready for the next leg…

December 30, 2023