About the Event
A New Year dive regatta under sail!
Following the well-known saying “the way you see in the New Year is the way you’ll spend it,” we offer a unique chance to celebrate the New Year 2017 in an unusual way: under sail, during a week-long yacht trip. We promise unforgettable New Year holidays in the countries of the Caribbean, unique in their geography and history.
Uninhabited islands, empty stretches of pink sand, a riot of green, and a surprising mix of cultures, customs and languages. In addition to the program, scuba dives will be organized for those who are interested, and they’ll impress not only beginners but experienced divers too.
We don’t dream of summer in winter: we set sail and enjoy the sun!
Program
Day 1: Hope Town – Elbow Cay
We set course south from Marsh Harbour. We start from Hope Town, a village in the Bahamas considered the most visited in the islands, with a lovely name.
We’ll stroll through the village and admire the small, colorful houses of the locals. Don’t miss the 37-meter lighthouse, which over a century and a half has seen a huge number of tourists and guided many sailors safely home.
Locals take great care of this landmark and do everything they can to keep it in its original state. It’s the last lighthouse still running on kerosene rather than electricity. You’ll be allowed to climb its 101 steps and enjoy the view from the top.
Bring your cameras: you can’t miss the chance to take shots like these! In the evening, restaurants and bars await us; we recommend visiting the local food markets and souvenir shops. Those who wish can snorkel on the reef along the beach. And in the evening: a New Year party in swimsuits! :)
Day 2: White Sound, Hope Town
We greet the sunrise on the yacht with coffee or a nice wine, whichever you prefer, and move 3 miles south.
We arrive at White Sound bay and the Abaco Inn hotel with its own small dock. Our tip: have a wonderful dinner at this hotel. It’s rightly considered the best place for local cuisine. Its distinctive feature is that for breakfast, lunch and dinner, among other delicacies, you’ll be offered dishes made from the day’s fresh catch.
We’ll also check out the hotel’s balcony, which offers an amazing view of the water sparkling in the sun. If there’s time, we’ll rent bikes to get to know the island better. Let’s explore the coastline: here you can find shells and beautiful pebbles to take home as keepsakes.
By dinner you can return to the hotel balcony, the best place to watch the sunset. Even locals come to admire it, and every day it brings new colors.
Day 3: Tahiti Beach
Ahead of us: exploring an uninhabited island with a wild Atlantic shore, anchoring in a beautiful lagoon, a snow-white sandy beach and coconut palms.
Enchanting, isn’t it? Tourists here most often call it “pure paradise,” and it truly is! Anyone who has ever seen photos of these landscapes wants to come here.
From Tilloo Cay we’ll take the dinghy to Lubbers Quarters, where we’ll have a great lunch or dinner at Cracker P’s, a restaurant recommended by guides. Enjoying nature, the evening breeze and each other’s company!
Day 4: Sandy Cay
We’ll anchor on the west side of the island in a unique natural area. The reefs, the marine life and everything you can see here is protected. Gentle sun and a soft breeze. In the evening we’ll watch the sunset with a glass of wine, enjoying the view of the sun reflected in the water from the yacht.
All this is available to us during the New Year holidays, when fur is the most fashionable clothing in Russia. However, experts note that the local weather depends heavily on the nearby North Bar Channel. If the weather changes, we’ll plan the program together with you in advance; we’ve got plenty of entertainment in store!
Day 5: Little Harbour
We arrive at the small, cozy port of Little Harbour, where we’ve planned to anchor.
This place wasn’t chosen by chance: it’s the southernmost port of the large Sea of Abaco lagoon! Unlike the neighboring ports, its magnificent, breathtaking views aren’t spoiled by the piercing winds that dominate the area. Our beautiful harbor is sheltered on all sides. This is where we can drop anchor, go for a walk and visit seafood restaurants. The views are superb: a narrow spit separates the harbor from the Atlantic, and the pale sand makes the local scenery even more striking.
Swimmers can enjoy the underwater world of the nearby reef.
Day 6: Man-O-War
Both an island and a historic settlement. It’s a popular mooring spot for yachts, so we’ll reserve a daytime berth in advance. Today we’ll explore the island.
Have you ever seen how yachts are repaired? Here, those who are interested can visit the unique Edwin’s Boat Yard. One small peculiarity of the island: you can buy souvenirs and have a delicious lunch here, but it’s a “dry” island. However, visitors can bring a bottle of good wine to lunch, and the restaurant owner won’t mind!
Day 7: Great Guana Cay
For our next stop we’ve chosen a southeast-facing bay with the small marina of the Grabbers Resort. If we’re lucky and the winds blow from the north and east, we’ll be able to anchor right in the bay. The bottom here is soft and grassy, so we may need two anchors at once. The spot is popular with local fishermen, so from the yacht we’ll see a unique sight: lots of fishing boats heading out for the day’s catch.
Soft sand, the radiant beauty of clear water, a lovely island, lush greenery and the third largest coral reef in the world! The place is highly valued by snorkeling lovers. A quiet shore with almost no cars.
Most people get around by bike or golf cart, which are easy to rent here. It’s no accident we chose this anchorage to end our journey. Tourists call this small island one of the friendliest places on earth, and it will stay in your memory for a long time. Locals make you feel at home, and their hospitality is as impressive as the taste of the local food. Every foodie will be fully satisfied here!
Don’t forget to take photos before the trip ends: all your friends on social media will love a selfie with a beautiful backdrop! :-)
What’s Included
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