We left around 8 am from Great Cay Harbor and moved north to get around
Great Stirrup Cay is a small island that is part of the Berry Islands in the Bahamas. Norwegian Cruise Line purchased the island from Belcher Oil Company in 1977 and developed it into a private island for their cruise ship passengers. There were two cruise ships anchored out and we had to sail further east to clear them.
Yes we actually did sail for about two hours on Saturday. The winds fell back off and we motor sailed then gave up and just motored to Cabbage cay where the water is deeper than Little Harbor cay the home of Flo's Conch Bar. We did not stop, there were squalls on the horizon and we set anchor and held on. Two other boats S/V Raven and S/V Island Rose join us at Anchor. Glen on S/V Raven had caught some fish and invited us over for dinner. We dingy over between rain drops and were treated to excellent Barracuda (something I never thought I'd say) and red snapper. I provided salad and Ted ( Island Rose) brought potatoes. We had a lovely evening exchanging sea stories. They both have been doing this for over 8 years.
Sunday morning dawns with bright orange red skies but not to be deterred we started out. We quickly set sails and maintained at least 5 kts the whole day though approaching Nassau the winds were picking up and the seas were filled with wind chop waves that made it an interesting ride into the harbor.
I think we will be here a couple of days. Looking forward to seeing Dancing Flamingos at the Zoo, visiting some old forts and gardens - maybe some snorkeling.
for now
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