Paul and I enjoyed a fabulous stay in a very nice marina at the southern end of this 80-mile long island. There is prime fishing not far from the marina. We enjoyed our own fish, as well as a plentiful overflow from the daily catch of the sportfish boats.
This Island requires a rental car to really explore and enjoy the many benefits of the island.
We explored a previously existing basin where salt-moving ships accessed the Diamond Salt cargo. A hurricane had filled it in, leaving this vessel stranded:
One unusual treasure is a spectacular blue hole. This is easily accessible from the beach and so unique it is hard to describe the experience of swimming in waist-high water to a hole of deep, blue water that plunges to depths of 800 ft or more.
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| Sadly, free-divers have lost their lives here. There is an annual competition |
We also encountered beautiful, white powder beaches, and hidden coves.
The spot where Columbus supposedly first reached the Americas is yet another spectacular view and a worthwhile stop.
Our conclusion: Long Island, Bahamas is beautiful, friendly and clean-- we will happily come back!
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| Church-going goats |
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| A gift from hospitable L.I. farmers |
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| Produce at the government depot |
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Looks awesome.
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