From Treasure Cay we had a short run to Great Guana Cay, home to Nippers and Grabbers, two great beach bars. Paul and I had dinghied in to Orchid Bay last year and weren’t too impressed. But, it is the only marina in the island, so that’s where we headed.
Boy was our first impression wrong. The marina grounds, pool, docks, and view were constantly taking my breath away. I kept finding beautiful shots to take. I think they have done some work to the docks since last year and it makes a world of difference.
The pool here is so far, my number one pic. The temp, before the rains, was perfect, there was a great view in all directions, appropriate shade, and the prettiest cocktail yet, a Bird of Paradise. Pat had one, so of course I had to sample one myself.
Can you tell which one is the Bird of Paradise? The Pina Colada wasn’t bad either.
The first night a group of us went to find Grabbers, you know you have to find the perfect beach bar while on a cruise like this and they had made someone’s list.
Other than the fact that there wasn’t much going on and it was too cloudy for a sunset, it was right up there as far as beach bars go.
It was a good thing we got there as the next day a front rolled through and we were pretty much boat bound. The lunch at Nippers was cancelled. Sharon Ann invited us to play cards aboard the largest boat on the cruise. I learned to play Mexican Train, but jumped ship when an opportunity to play Euchre arose. It was a good way to pass a rainy day.
The next day was supposed to be our Nippers day, but 5 minutes on the back deck with his coffee had Paul in serious allergic reaction mode as the no-seeums had taken refuge there in the still after the storm. So, we spent the day on the boat doing some repairs while others par took of Nippers bar and beach. Sorry, I have no pictures.
The Taakes were gracious enough to bring along a prime rib for us long cruisers and wanting to get it out of the frig (and finding power in the pavilion at the base of the dock) suggested we have prime rib dinner our last night. Done!
Phil also used the power for docktails to do some fish bites for us. The fish was found on the dock at Treasure Cay. Not sure just what it was, other than delicious.
Travels of the Infinite Sea 
Brenda Butler
What a great trip you’re having. Looks like everything is so perfect. We’re so pleased for everyone. We miss you all.
Joe and Sandra Vizzini
Doing a good job Stephanie! So sorry we couldn’t be there!
sandra vizzini
Looks like sooooo much fun. Wish we were there.