On Our Way Back to Reality

This man in this picture is Joe! Joe works at the airport, and he has a beautiful wife. Joe watches the house that we stayed at, and he would come around to check on us to see how we were doing. Joe is a wonderful man who taught me so much about his country, but I was lucky to teach him a thing or two about fish, since most Bahamians don't go fishing because gas is limited and over 5 dollars a gallon!
Thank you! I hope you enjoyed interacting in my trip to Mangrove Cay! I'd like to thank my lovely boyfriend for taking me on a memorable vacation, Joe, who became a friend and tought me so much about Mangrove Cay, and www.Bahamas.com for all the insite to the Bahamas. Now, I want to hear about your trip to Bahamas!

Dining With Deana

Going to Deana's Restaurant is like going to a private dinner. In order to get served you must call in advance and make a reservation. That allows her time to catch the Conch and prepare the food, and restuarant, which is actually her house! This picture is her menu. If you have great eyes you can read that they serve sheep tongue! You know how I said I like to try new things, well, this is one I just couldn't talk myself to do.

When we arrived to Deana's (Deana is the lady in the middle of this picture) she had us sit at the bar where she made us drinks and we munched on her homemade Conch Fritters. I was hoping to try some Bahamian Rum, so she gave me a Bahamian Banana rum, and it was very tasty. And of course I had to try a Kalik, which is a Bahamian beer that is tasteful and strong. Next up, we enjoyed a salad with her own secret dressing on top. Afterward, we gathered around a table, one of the two that were in there, and ate a wonderful Conch meal! The Conch was fresh, and the best I had ever had! It's time to go pack up our things. It is time to head back to reality.

Keeping the Rods Bent Over

While we were there we caught ourselves a nice Dolphin/Mahi- Mahi. We weren't going to be able to eat all of that big guy so we gave some away to the local Bahamians. In return they made us some yummy conch salad! I also reeled in a nice tuna, which made great sushi, and seared tuna. Along with Strawberry Groupers, and large Mangrove Snappers, we also caught a 20 pound Hogfish, which is the biggest I have ever caught. Alright, go check out my video of us pulling in that nice Dolphin! Next up, we're dining out at Deana's Restuarant.

Under The Sea

This is me next to a blue hole opening. The Bahamas are filled with these amazing world features. It is said that if you continue through these blue holes you will pop out on the other side of the tunnel somewhere else on the island. It is a diver’s story that one man went all the way through and as he neared the end he was flushed out the other side to find himself in the middle of an island. Inside he supposedly saw unknown creatures, lobster the size of a large dog, and sharks that were blind to light.



Check out my video of inside a blue hole. At that time the tides had shifted and the water was flowing out of the hole. It was also freezing cold, as if it was fresh water. Notice the variety of fish that are having a hard time swimming since the current is so strong.

Site Seeing

The first picture is the house where I stayed. The man who owns the house lives part time in Alaska, and part time there! He built this home with his own bare hands! It reminded my boyfriend of a big tree house. The way he designed it allowed the wind to blow throughout the house in order to keep it cool (even in the middle of June when we were there). Next picture is the bar. Yep, that shack has a pool table in it, too! Bars, restaurants, and other businesses are either based out of the owners homes, or looks like comparable homes in the area. Below the bar is a picture of one of the signs that are posted all around the island. I admired the fact that such a small community stays focused on keeping their community well maintained. Next up is the park/pavilion, where they host many parties and events. Next, is a picture of the liquor store! It was one of the places I had a chance to see a numerous of times, and it wasn't the liquor I was so enthusiastic to buy, it was the Bahamian money I was receiving after my purchase. Plus, I love to try things I can't always get in America. Lastly, this is the local "grocery store" and the gas station. This is where most of my money went, because while we were there we hunted our food and prepared it ourselves. Now that you have an idea of what the island structures look like on Mangrove Cay, let’s take a look at its beautiful blue waters. Put on your diving gear, or your mermaid flippers we're going under the sea!

Flying Into Mangrove Cay

Flying a few thousand feet above the ocean, I found my face smashed up against the window as I admired how beautiful the waters were below me. I was so excited to be going to Mangrove Cay, Bahamas, because most people you talk to have never heard of the place. Mangrove Cay is considered a family island. It is not commercialized. Mangrove Cay is located in Southern Central region of the Andros Islands. On this island you will find many blue holes to explore, such like the one in this picture, and others you will find throughout this blog. Also, if you love to fish and scuba dive, like me, than you would love these waters! Well, enough of that, lets dive right into my trip. It's time I take you all site seeing