Safe Anchorage in the Bahamas
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Subject: Safety in Bahamas
Cruising News: WE plan to cruise several weeks in the Bahamas in April/May. Are there places that are not safe to anchor out. Are there islands not safe to visit. How about Grand Bahama, is it safe?
Eden Combes
We have cruised the Abacos and Exumas and it is easy to ask around about popular anchorages. We never experienced any problems, but there are always a few who have. We carried no weapons for self-defense either. Use the cruising guides for the Bahamas and ask others also, just like you're doing now. The guides offer some very sage advise. You will enjoy the serenity and clear waters. As for Grand Bahama, the crime rates are higher in high population areas, such as Freepost area and as Nassau is on New Providence island. We stayed in West End at Old Bahama Bay and thoroughly enjoyed it – great place. Enjoy.
CWFowler M/V "WinSue"
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