Nassau - New Providence Island, Bahamas

Barry's Birthday

We coasted in the swift current into Nassau harbour at noon on Barry's 59th birthday (Apr 16).

Our passage today from Highborne Cay took us across the "yellow bank" section of the Great Bahama Bank. Barry and I strategically timed our crossing to allow ourselves the best light conditions possible as we visually piloted Sea Star through the numerous shallow coral heads in the area.

Hindered by the strong current and brisk (20-25 knot) winds, it took us 4 attempts at anchoring to get a good hold in the crowded, busy harbour channel between Nassau (New Providence Island) and Paradise Island.

Our anchorage here allows us a good view of the constantly changing flow of cruise ships.

While stopped in Nassau we visited it's famous straw market. I was enamored by the locally made baskets that incorporated the area's locally made batik (Androsia) - truly beautiful works of art.