Saturday, February 16, 2008

GEORGE TOWN on Great Exuma Island




We made it to Georgetown. We had planned to end here and begin our trek north. But, there are a couple of cays we would like to take the opportunity to see. On our way to George Town (which is on the Great Exuma Island), we saw a few of these very large beacon markers made out of stone. They were enormous and in the first picture you can see by the waves against the rocks just how large these things are. They actually are navigational aids to mariners to let them know where a particular cay is located and to be able to cut in between cays for protection during a storm.

We have been anchored near a beach called Sand Dollar Beach. But,we did dinghy over to another beach called Volley Ball Beach to enjoy a great little beach bar and to see all of the people. This place is called "Cruisers Day Camp". There is always something to do. You can go to a Yoga class, Bible study, basket making. All kinds of things. This picture shows only a small part of this fun place. They have volleyball courts here and the cruisers play all of the time to keep in shape.





We took this picture of the miles signs. England, Quebec, Australia, Halifax. Boats come here from many places.



And another beautiful sunrise in paradise.


Considering a new summer home? Check out these digs. It's truly amazing how some folks live!



1 comment:

The Admiral said...

I have been clamoring to hear your voice, to no avail! We are sitting in Big Major's waiting for the mailboat to arrive tomorrow with veggies. Sounds like you are on a faster track than we are. From here we think we are going to Little Farmers and then maybe Lee Stocking before hitting Geotown. Guests coming on March 6 for a week, then we will head North. Send me an email when you are receiving svfirstedition@gmail.com, or visit the blog, svfirstedition.blogspot.com. Miss you guys, we are having the best time!---Lynn