I have to admit - Chris is my favorite dude on cruising channels in history. The personality and quick quips are absolutely amazing. I cannot stop laughing at the end when he asks for 1 thing they should have done before going to the Bahamas, and Sandra names about 5. Then he ends it with "what's one thing". Tears in my eyes. I keep replaying it! Chris Forever!
@@gothatawaychrisandsandra We are on the fence about the Bahamas. First on our list is to do a summertime tour of the Trent Severn. Would like to take a couple months, leave Hammond and make our leisurely way over to and through the Trent but that’s about 5 years out. Have to wait for Jen to retire for that one.
There is very little agriculture in the Bahamas. Don't feel bad about not supporting the local economy. In the smaller islands groceries come on the mail boat once a week, and may be 2 weeks old depending on the route of the boat. If you are staying a while in the Abacos, make friends with the store manager and reserve what he/she recommends. Marsh Harbor is the exception with a big store (Maxwell's) with frequent supplies. Special treat-- try local bread. Most"bakeries" are the kitchen window of a house with a sign.
This will be a very helpful video for those planning on the Bahamas! 👍Thanks for sharing you two!! 😊Who knows, maybe we will go around again and do Bahamas next time 😅 Separate freezer with ice and more money, got it!!😅
Yes! This winter was a bit cooler according to the locals. We didn't feel the need for AC until the last week when they declared an emergency because of the heat. Boy, was it hot!!! If it was even 10 degrees hotter than we experienced then I'd say AC is a must...but we were seeing 25 degrees more that last week. More than 104F. Even now in Florida, I'm dying...as we wait the next few days for our marine portable unit. Let it be known, however, that my temperature range of comfort has always been small. I have had to be careful on back country trips in the past.
Thank you for sharing your journey and experiences and what you would do differently I have a few binders of info- and growing from all the different loopers for when I do my loop... not sure when.. I wish and you tow have fair winds and following seas.. slow easy travels take care.
So you guys have used cell service for internet access for your whole loop? Has that been adequate for you? Even in some of the more remote southern river areas and Georgian Bay?
Chris had to put the antennae up a few feet in our anchorage in the Bustards. There was maybe 5 minutes somewhere on the Mississippi where we lost connection. I can't think of anywhere else where it was a problem. We use a Pepe Wave router with SIM card that shares data from our Telus plan...T mobile seems to be the carrier it hooked up to in the US. And we swapped out the SIM card in the Bahamas for one from Aliv. Tremendous coverage there. Lost connection in the middle section of the Atlantic Crossing and the Gulf Crossing of course.
Always enjoy your videos. Very informative
Thanks!
I have to admit - Chris is my favorite dude on cruising channels in history. The personality and quick quips are absolutely amazing. I cannot stop laughing at the end when he asks for 1 thing they should have done before going to the Bahamas, and Sandra names about 5. Then he ends it with "what's one thing". Tears in my eyes. I keep replaying it! Chris Forever!
The magic happens in the editing.😂 (Sandra)
Great information! Thank you for sharing.
You're welcome! Are you planning to go to The Bahamas?
@@gothatawaychrisandsandra We are on the fence about the Bahamas. First on our list is to do a summertime tour of the Trent Severn. Would like to take a couple months, leave Hammond and make our leisurely way over to and through the Trent but that’s about 5 years out. Have to wait for Jen to retire for that one.
Excellent video, good information. Thank you
You're welcome! If you have further questions, let us know!
There is very little agriculture in the Bahamas. Don't feel bad about not supporting the local economy. In the smaller islands groceries come on the mail boat once a week, and may be 2 weeks old depending on the route of the boat. If you are staying a while in the Abacos, make friends with the store manager and reserve what he/she recommends. Marsh Harbor is the exception with a big store (Maxwell's) with frequent supplies. Special treat-- try local bread. Most"bakeries" are the kitchen window of a house with a sign.
This will be a very helpful video for those planning on the Bahamas! 👍Thanks for sharing you two!! 😊Who knows, maybe we will go around again and do Bahamas next time 😅 Separate freezer with ice and more money, got it!!😅
Keep us posted on Loop #2!!! 🙃
Always good to hear what we would do differently, good info. Wife told me, AC and ice maker is a must.
Yes! This winter was a bit cooler according to the locals. We didn't feel the need for AC until the last week when they declared an emergency because of the heat. Boy, was it hot!!! If it was even 10 degrees hotter than we experienced then I'd say AC is a must...but we were seeing 25 degrees more that last week. More than 104F. Even now in Florida, I'm dying...as we wait the next few days for our marine portable unit. Let it be known, however, that my temperature range of comfort has always been small. I have had to be careful on back country trips in the past.
Great video!
Thanks! Let us know if you have any questions. If we can't answer them, somebody with more experience is sure to wade in!
Thank you for sharing your journey and experiences and what you would do differently I have a few binders of info- and growing from all the different loopers for when I do my loop... not sure when..
I wish and you tow have fair winds and following seas.. slow easy travels take care.
Sounds like when the time is right you will be prepared!
It was great meeting you and chatting @ West End. Kenton and Roz on Sunset Fever 😎
You too! Maybe we will meet up again!
So you guys have used cell service for internet access for your whole loop? Has that been adequate for you? Even in some of the more remote southern river areas and Georgian Bay?
Chris had to put the antennae up a few feet in our anchorage in the Bustards. There was maybe 5 minutes somewhere on the Mississippi where we lost connection. I can't think of anywhere else where it was a problem. We use a Pepe Wave router with SIM card that shares data from our Telus plan...T mobile seems to be the carrier it hooked up to in the US. And we swapped out the SIM card in the Bahamas for one from Aliv. Tremendous coverage there. Lost connection in the middle section of the Atlantic Crossing and the Gulf Crossing of course.