Category: Bahamas Cruising
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Navigation Notes — Crossing the Gulf Stream for the First Time
For boaters trekking to The Bahamas for the first time, the Gulf Stream can seem like the most intimidating stretch of ocean imaginable. It is, after all, one of the most powerful forces on earth, churning billions of gallons of seawater out of the Caribbean and shooting it toward Europe at up to three knots. …
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Getting Ready to Boat to The Bahamas Checklist
Traveling to a new cruising destination can be stressful, but going across the Gulf Stream and legally getting into a new country is another matter. Cruising The Islands of The Bahamas is a magical experience, but there’s a lot to know, and it can seem like too much trouble. It isn’t, and it’s well worth…
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Boater’s Guide to The Bahamas
During the depths of winter, nothing warms the cockles of your heart like being on a sandbar in The Bahamas, sipping a cold Kalik, and laughing about those poor saps up north. But The Bahamas are a boater’s paradise year-round. The Islands of The Bahamas is a nation made of hundreds of islands and cays…
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2024 Bahamas Pet Travel Requirements and Updates for Boaters
Getting your pet permission to come to the Bahamas has always been a bit of a hassle for boaters. As with crossing any international border, you must get permission from the appropriate authorities and complete all the paperwork to ensure that your pet meets the letter of the law: not a banned breed, has all…
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Getting Internet On a Boat in The Bahamas
If you’re heading to The Bahamas, you might be worried about getting reliable internet. However, cell data in The Bahamas is fast, reliable, and inexpensive. American cruisers might be surprised to find excellent coverage, rates, and speeds. UPDATES FOR 2024: Since this article was first published, Starlink has all but taken over the needs for…
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Provisioning for The Bahamas
Provisioning for The Bahamas is a tricky endeavor, even for experienced boaters. Cranky Cruisers will helpfully tell you “It’s expensive in The Bahamas“, or “There’s no <insert random item> in The Bahamas“.Positive Paul will chirp in “Don’t worry, they eat food in The Bahamas. Just eat like the locals do!“ I’ve provisioned for the Bahamas…