Saturday, April 14, 2012

Blackpoint, Exuma


Blackpoint , Exuma, Bahamas

Blackpoint is a small settlement boasting a population of approximately 350 very friendly people. One of our favorite spots on this island is the Scorpio Inn because they have great deals for happy hour and FREE tasty appetizers.It is also a great place to meet some of the other boaters, catch a Rays game, or access the internet.




We enjoyed some very tender conch and an awesome snapper filet sandwich at Lorraine’s CafĂ© while we caught up with our buddies on Silver Girl, who we met while cruising here three years ago. Robert and Diane supplied us with a plethora of  helpful information from here all the way to the Chesapeake. What a great reunion we had. One of the best parts of the cruising lifestyle is meeting old friends along the way.


Where's the street?

We took a wonderful stroll through the community and because it is Easter break, there are children here from many of the surrounding settlements. Their antics were visible all around the community, but they were all very well-behaved and polite as they are used to strangers arriving daily to invade this small picturesque town.



Making straw baskets

After being anchored here for two very calm days, we awaited for the approaching front. Many more boats poured into the harbor for a respite from the storms that were heading our way. We had loads of much needed rain which helped us replenish our water supply. It’s amazing how quickly two people can use 100 gallons of water.  

Where's OPA? That is Danny on the dock.



4 comments:

  1. Dear Dan and Seashell:)

    Wow! I have enjoyed reading your blog and keeping abreast of where you're at! After an action-packed day with 3 boys, this has been sooooo relaxing! It's midnight, the house is finally asleep and I can have a little peace and quite:)
    Your pictures are gorgeous. What can we say, Exuma's simply beautiful. Thanks for taking the time to write, I love it! I'll be following you till you reach Georgetown, Washington D.C.!

    Safe travels, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Hugs,
    Sue, Mike and the boys

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    1. Hi Sue and Mike,
      Plans have changed, but I really appreciate you following my blog. We are headed back to the Bahamas after our haulout. We will be in Thonotosassa...petsitting for all of june and most of July and then back to the beautiful BAHAMAS!!

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  2. So where is Opa in the last pic? I'm coming down here for the free appetizers!

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    1. We are now enjoying appetizers at Blue Grotto in Daytona Beach. Awesome!!!! Come join me here!!!!!!

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