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Bahamas Chatter: “Update from Nassau Harbour Club & Spanish Wells Yacht Haven” plus 1 more
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Who would think that anything could push Hurricane Dorian and its destruction of Abaco out of our collective minds, but something did. As we watched the Abacos struggle to gain a foothold on the devastation caused by Dorian yet another catastrophe, Covid 19, hit not only our Bahamian friends but the entire world. In an instant, the focus switched from assisting Abaco in their recovery to assisting the world in the prevention and recovery of a pandemic. Covid 19 greatly affected the boating community, especially those already in the Bahamas. There were many uncertainties and questions of safety. One of the benefits of belonging to an organization such as RMHYC is the help and support the members provide to each other.
Overnight the major NGOs recalled their personnel. Contractors from the US and other countries returned home to take care of their own families. The Bahamas closed their borders to all. The recovery came to an abrupt halt. But all is not lost. Significant headway was being made before the restrictions caused by Covid 19. Supplies had been shipped in to help rebuild and headway was being made.
There was momentum. As we know, the Bahamians are STRONG! They have rallied against the odds and have kept that momentum going. Good news has continued to come from Abaco.
Several RMHYC members were in Eleuthera when the borders closed and inter-island travel was banned. Those boats were quarantined for several weeks as the pandemic ramped up. Once travel restrictions lifted, they headed back to the US on a route through Abaco and stopped at Abaco Beach Resort, the home base for RMHYC. Two Club boats spent several nights at the resort and reported that Abaco Beach Resort is making great strides and will be ready for us in November!
A few days ago, I had a conference call with the owners and general manager of Abaco Beach Resort and Boat Harbor Marina. We discussed the upcoming season and what we can expect. The short answer is the resort will be fully open for our return in the fall. Much of the work is already done.The docks will all be new and have new utilities. Docks 1 & 2 are 100% complete with all utilities.
Docks 3, 4, 5, 6 are in various stages of construction but will be completed in 2 months. The pool is open and looking good. The new laundry room is open with brand new machines. The pool bar and outdoor restaurant is open now. The new main restaurant will be located up at the hotel and is still under construction. The new function tent is up and waiting for the return of the Commodore’s Ball.
Take a look at the RMHYC Facebook page for some very encouraging pictures and information. The only thing missing is “you”!
We all know it will be very different than before. Marsh Harbor is still nowhere near recovered though things are happening daily. Heavy equipment has been working to clean up Dove Plaza and the pictures are encouraging. Recently, the Bahamian government extended a program of VAT tax relief on building materials going to Abaco until June 2021. It will be a slow process for sure but in my opinion, quite exciting to experience. Kind of like a Phoenix rising from the ashes.
I am hoping that because of the Bahamian “gap year” most of us have experienced, we can get more RMHYC members in Abaco than ever before! I for one have been Jones’n for the Abacos and I am really looking forward to being back there next season.
Scott Coles
Commodore
Royal Marsh Harbour Yacht Club
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Bahamas Chatter: More Updates from Abacos, Eleuthera and Long Island
More Updates from Abacos, Eleuthera and Long Island
Posted: 08 Jun 2020 02:50 PM PDT
Thanks to our friends in The Bahamas who are responding to our request for an update on their facilities and services. The picture gets better every day.
NEAR BAHAMAS—ABACOS
GREEN TURTLE CAY
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FROM CRUISE ABACO SAILING CHARTERS
Plan your Bahamas Sailing Vacation now. Reserve your vessel and dates. We will add to the calendar and you can pay later. Something to look forward to, clear, beautiful water, sailing and sunshine.
Email: cruiseabaco.sales@gmail.com
www.cruiseabaco.com
FROM DONNY’S MARINA
Donnys Marina and moorings will fully open on the 15th June; all services are working after Hurricane Dorian. Boats rentals will resume 1st July 2020.
Donny
Visit my website on the rebuild of Donny’s. donnysboatrentalsgtc.com
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FROM THE GREAT ABACO EXPRESS (TOURS) MARSH HARBOUR, ABACO
This is Glender Knowles , Owner and operator of a local bus company. .At this juncture we are rented out for bus charters to move volunteers. Tours presently can be done at least eco-tours at some of the blue holes. T he Island historical tours are to be modified due to damages and rebuilding. There is still alot of clean up on going but it looks great. August and September are traditionally of seasons months. July might be the only month but the living accommodations probably would have to be at the Winding Bay resort for now. Let me know if we can be of any assistance.
Regards,
Glender Archer-Knowles
The Great Abaco Express
P O Box AB20180
Marsh Harbour, Abaco
242 646 7072
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FAR BAHAMAS
ELEUTHERA
FROM LITTLE WOODY, PILOT, SPANISH WELLS,
Reopening International 15th June, you will be able to register online, so they say.
Wayne Perry
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FROM ROLLEZZ BEACH RESORT, ELEUTHERA
Our great thanks for Invite to your Register Kindly let your Members know the Following:
Rollezz Villas Beach Resort is a ( TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award recipient for Small Hotel 2019). shall be open on 29th June 2020.
We shall be fully operational at this time and these Services will be offered.
1. Accommodations
2. Restaurant Services
3. Entertainment.
Please be advised that Rollezz Villas Beach Resort will be covid 19 compliant, therefore expect to wear your face mask, digital temperature scanning will be in effect, social distancing will be expected.
Contact info are as follows”
Rollezz.com
rollezzvillasbeacgresort@
Cheers and thanks once more for your interest.
Respectfully,
Carl Rolle
Manager
Tel: (242) 557-0005
US: (305) 280-5719
email: rollezzvillasbeachresort@
http://www.rollezz.com
Pristine Beach-Swimming in blue see your toes water-Kayaking
Spacious lovely villas-friendly Island-Rollezz is Calling Your Name!
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LONG ISLAND
FROM TINY’S HURRICANE HOLE, SALT POND, LONG ISLAND
Thank you for including Tiny’s in your update. We are still taking things day by day but will try to answer your questions as best we can.
We are in the stage of Planning/training/cleaning/re-
Our full opening is yet to be determined.] for the long term. As the cruising season is over in this area; we may not “fully” open until December 2020.
Starting July 12, 2020, we are considering Fri., Sat., Sun. Noon until 7:00 (dine in and take out)
Following social distancing and sanitary protocols for outdoor restaurants.
Our services are: Beach Club Bar Bar Grill and Studio Cottages
Dinghy Dock (sorry no public laundry, cottage guest and housekeeping use only)
Dine in and take out
Call ahead or email to check to confirm hours or availability.
All best,
Michelle and Jason
Tiny’s Hurricane Hole
Thompson Bay
Long Island, Bahamas
www.tinysbahamas.com
michelle@tinysbahamas.com
243-472-8104
https://airbnb.com/h/
https://airbnb.com/h/
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FROM STELLA MARIS MARINA, LONG ISLAND
Yes, our marina is open now.
Available services are:
Dockage – short and long term
Water
Garbage Removal
Electricity
Diesel Fuel Service (small quantities of gasoline per ‘portables’ from nearby gas station; large quantities of gasoline = from 500 gals. per direct from-truck fueling)
Car Rentals/Taxis
Per-Person-rated flight connections or charters (depending on destination) within the Bahamas with the Stella Maris Resort Air Service
Hauling (subject to prevailing conditions)
Hurricane Mooring in 100 % hurricane-safe marina “rear canal”
Mechanical and Electrical Services on demand (per ‘exterior labour’)
The Stella Maris Resort Club is presently operable only per ‘Self-Catering’ Bungalow/Villa Rentals (www.stellamarisresort.com)
THANKS!!! Best regards, Joerg.
Our thanks to Ted Arisaka for sharing Bill Tongue’s photo as posted on Save Georgia’s Anchorages.
The clouds moved on, the light changed and it was a whole new world of color and reflections.
Cristobal makes landfall and moves slowly north-northwest.
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Bahamas Chatter: “Responses to Update Request from Bahamas Businesses” plus 2 more
| Responses to Update Request from Bahamas Businesses Posted: 06 Jun 2020 08:35 AM PDT We at Explorer Chartbooks recently sent out a request for updates from Bahamian services and facilities. We are so pleased with the response (below) and will continue to post them as they come in. It is always our purpose on the Bahamas Chatter to keep our cruising subscribers informed of the latest in the Bahamas. Here are the responses, grouped according to our three chartbook areas (Near Bahamas, Exumas and Far Bahamas): NEAR BAHAMAS ABACOS FROM PINEAPPLES, GREEN TURTLE CAY Pineapples ? is open and serving seven days a week starting June 15th….welcome back everyone!!!! FROM BLUFF HOUSE, GREEN TURTLE CAY Good morning and great to hear from you. Thank you for checking in! Kind regards, Molly McIntosh FROM BRENDAL’S DIVE CENTER, GREEN TURTLE CAY Brendals Dive Center & Adventure Tours Contact info: FROM PETE’S PUB, LITTLE HARBOUR, ABACO All the answers to these questions are changing rapidly depending on the PM’s directives. from what I understand, by the 15th we can resume normal business. Heather Moore Johnston NASSAU FROM NASSAU YACHT HAVEN We are presently open to domestic vessels. EXUMAS FROM HIGHBOURNE CAY, EXUMAS: We are now open accepting private vessels from all Bahamian Islands. As of June 15th we are accepting private yachts from the US. The new protocols by the Government require all persons entering to have had a COVID 19 test within 10 days of arrival. FROM COMPASS CAY MARINA We are definitely ready for the soft opening on June 15th and will be fully opened on July 1st. We offer marina dockage, water, power, guide services, cottage rentals, recycling and a small souvenir shop with snacks, refreshments, beers, etc. Special instructions for guests are to keep hands clean. Stay home if sick!! social distancing and heat checks will be enforced. Guests will not be allowed to touch products unless with intent to buy and only can enter the store if you intend to buy. Contacts to the island. office number is Locally 1.242.422.7300 Internationally 1.954.253.3860. Best Regards FROM FARMERS CAY YACHT CLUB: Good afternoon Sara, thanks for checking on us.We are ready to except our guests when we FROM FRONT ROWE REALTY, GEORGETOWN, EXUMA Hi all is well here in Exuma for now but not sure what will happen once we open back up which I think our government has scheduled for July 1st. FAR BAHAMAS FROM CAPE ELEUTHERA: We are willing to let boats come into the marina if they would like to now. This week we will have limited amenities. Our restaurant will open June 15. Our services are Hotel, restaurant and bar, Gas and Diesel, ships store, laundry and shower facilities, Pump Outs, Marina, Pool, Concierge grocery service at a fee, rental cars, golf carts, rental boats, charter boats, We will be recognizing the Governments instructions to reopen the Bahamas. Social distancing, Masks recommended and staff required, call ahead ordering at the restaurant, we will be practicing elevated sanitation in high use areas, 6 foot distancing in ship store. Contact info: Chris Morris, General Manager FROM ACKLINS ACKLINS ISLAND is “the OutBack at the Southern Edge of the Bahamas where all the marine life of the world reside and where GOD resides” … with absolutely no noise, pollution, traffic, high rise buildings, ATM’s, swimming pools and golf courses! • the Bahamas will open its international boarders (air & sea) come 1st July with all visitors presenting proof of negative covid19.corona virus test except BIMINI GRAND BAHAMA EXUMA SAN SALVADOR • Chester’s will continue to provide • Narrowed booking/cancellation windows (reminder ACKLINS is a CASH ONLY DISTRICT) • PROMO- FLY free (nass/ack,) private pilots/sailing vessels fuel credit • bring all fish/tackle gear/ personal items CHESTER’S CONTACT DETAILS Phone 1.242.357.4179 Arnette ? |
| Update on Rubis Marine Fuel Stations Posted: 06 Jun 2020 08:16 AM PDT FROM RUBIS: Below you will find the updated locations for the marinas currently open: Abaco Marinas: Bimini Marina: New Providence Marinas: Marinas currently serving fuel: Nassau: Eleuthera: Abaco: |
| Update from US Embassy in Nassau Posted: 06 Jun 2020 07:20 AM PDT Please click on the link below to find the June 2 update from the US Embassy in Nassau: https://bs.usembassy.gov/ |
This high water has prompted the USCG to declare a strict no-wake zone from statute miles 375-366. See Strict No-Wake Zone. Our thanks to Jim Healy for this notice.
The Coast Guard has declared a “HIGH WATER EVENT” for the Upper Waccamaw River in South Carolina. Officially, the affected zone starts an Wacca Wacha Marina and runs through Myrtle Beach, and includes the Upper Waccamaw to Conway, SC. But is fact, it will affect everyone from Georgetown through Myrtle Beach.
The ICW is above flood stage. The fixed docks at Buicksport Marina (Bucksport sausage) are under water. Because of the flooding, there isn’t much tide in this area, but there is a nasty 3-1/2 to 4 knot current on the Waccamaw that has a big effect on slower boats. We normally make 8-1/2 StM/Hr through still water; yesterday in places, 5-1/2 StM./Hr at higher engine RPM than usual. The marina folks here are saying the crest of the flooding is expected this coming Saturday (6/6/2020).
We have not traveled farther than Socastee, SC (Osprey Marina), but immediately North of Osprey is an area where houses are flooded by the high water. Some bridges (RR, not on the ICW) are locked closed. The USCG LNM is reminding boaters that they are responsible for their wakes, as water is into home is some places. And, I should make honorable mention, there is large flotsam in the water. Watch for logs. Sailboats, make sure you can clear the fixed bridges on the Waccamaw and the ICW through Myrtle Beach. There is one sailboat at Osprey that cannot make the bridges, so he’ll be stuck for a while.
Jim
Peg and Jim Healy, living aboard Sanctuary
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