The outer Islands



































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 This blog is different from the others. We had some really great photos that we wanted to share with you but didn’t have much to talk about so we hope you’ll enjoy them.

We stayed 3 weeks at anchor in Thompson Bay, Long Island waiting for a good weather window to cross a 49 nautical miles stretch in the open Atlantic. We wanted to enjoy it and not be bashed around with big waves and heavy winds. The crossing was a bit rough in the beginning but got much better as we progressed.

We have arrived in the outer islands which quite remote and sparsely populated. We have to make sure that we’re well provisioned in food, water and fuel since there is very little to be had in this island chain.

We’re finally seeing the Bahamas that we’d hope to see. Beautiful beaches, clear pristine water, sea life, small mountains and absolutely wonderful people.

This morning leaving Albert Town, on Crooked Island there was very little wind, not enough to put up sails. No matter because with such crystal clear water we got to see hundreds of starfish, also  sharks and dolphins swimming at our bow. Yesterday we were rewarded with a flock of pink flamingos and sea turtles.Did you know that flamingos get their pink colors from eating shrimp.... wonder why I’m not pink 🤪

This is what we were waiting for.....Paradise!!!!😍

Cheers 

Mike and Pierrette 


Comments

  1. AnonymousMarch 23, 2021 at 2:59 PM

    Very nice pictures.the weather in grand falls today was 18 c.

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  2. AnonymousMarch 23, 2021 at 3:00 PM

    Good blog and nice picture

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  3. Della RiouxMarch 23, 2021 at 3:40 PM

    So good to hear from you guys and that your re turning punk pink haha 😆 have fun and stay in touch love you both

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  4. Della RiouxMarch 23, 2021 at 3:40 PM

    So good to hear from you guys and that your re turning punk pink haha 😆 have fun and stay in touch love you both

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  5. MarieMarch 23, 2021 at 4:00 PM

    Beautiful pics and blog, sure does look like paradise.

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  6. UnknownMarch 24, 2021 at 7:20 AM

    Thanks so much for sharing - wish I was there too (*_*)

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  7. CheriMarch 24, 2021 at 5:04 PM

    Love those pixs so looking forward to going next year be safe keep in touch

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  8. katz March 26, 2021 at 9:03 AM

    Hey guys, we were thinking about you and see that you are on your way again! So happy for you, the Bahamas you visit now seems amazing, enjoy it for us!!

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  9. katz March 26, 2021 at 9:05 AM

    (This is Katie and Jon)

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  10. MarieMarch 30, 2021 at 3:47 PM

    Wow,très belles photos. Vous progressez lentement et prenez le temps de visiter ,c’est bien .Comment ça se passe avec la COVID,pas trop de problème?

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  11. Denis L.March 30, 2021 at 4:20 PM

    Bonjour vous deux, content de voir que vous approchez des Turks & Caicos. Nous sommes passé a l,est de Croked island après un 48 hres de navigation nous nous sommes arrêté a Mayaguana pour un repos et le sur lendemain nous sommes arrivé a Providence enjoy

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  12. UnknownApril 11, 2021 at 1:40 PM

    I think my longing sigh at the absolute amazingness of your adventures must be audible from where you are. You guys, this exploration you are on is wonderful and we are so happy you are taking the time to share it with us all! We are so thrilled for you (a little envious too but in the best possible way).
    Endless love,
    The Derrers

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