Actually refreshing to find a boating/fishing channel where the hosts don't have to resort cheesy bikini shots to gain "Likes". Keep up the great videos.
Totally agree, these women have knowledge and talent so they don’t need to resort to cheap click bait thirst traps. I recommended my friend let his 8year old daughter watch these two, she loves boating and already takes turns at the wheel if his 50’ sea ray. Keep up the great work ladies!
Great information. You two should compare this trip to doing 5 days in the Keys. Trailering the boat down from say north/central Fl, food, gas, gear, room, boat slip. Also what are the major differences from Bahamas vs The Keys when it comes to water quality, fishing, diving? 🤙
Rent a house on South Bimini and have your boat right at the backdoor. No slip charges. Way cheaper and nicer house. The neighborhood is called Port Royal .
My 1st trip to Bimini was in 1999. All I needed was my birth certificate. I had just turned 21. I fished the Florida Sportsman Magazine tournament. Stayed at the Big Game Club. 6 days 5 nights aboard a 36 Luhrs. I paid total of $300 for the whole trip. I can place that trip in the top 3 good times of my life.
Wow what a shitty comment. Maybe he watches the channel because he finds knowledge and learns from these 2 young ladies. They are well mannered and very appropriate ladies. I highly doubt he’s watching because he is creepy.
@@patrickkimbrell8873 These are women. I'm a South Florida Native. I fish weekly. I watch lots of fishing channels. Wtf is your problem?? You look 50. Why are you watching these videos. Watch your mouth.
Yeah, prices have definitely got pretty insane....that is largely due to the skyrocketing real estate market in the Bahamas and gas prices having tripled since then. I grew up in the 90's in Miami and I vividly remember my Dad and his friends would make weekend runs out to Bimini every so often. By no means were any of them affluent; split up between a couple friends in those days was very reasonable. Making the run out to Bimini was actually easier and cheaper in those days than the hassle of a trip trailering the boat down to the keys.
Now I remember why I ditched the 52' Azimut long ago and went with the 13 meter trimaran. :) Fuel is less. Mooring is cheaper than a slip. Stay aboard on both, so no golf cart or lodging needed. Watermaker takes care of the water issue as well. My guess is that living aboard my trimaran for a week would be about $4k less ($500 per person per day), but I'm pretty sure I've rarely averaged $500/day on any particular stay sailing. The Azimut had two 750 hp diesels, so she was always going to be a pig on fuel.
Hey gurls, Got a few comments concerning on your pricing. I think to be fair to Bimini, the pricing should’ve been separate since consolidating it makes it seem as though it’s more expensive than it really is to visit BIMINI. Close to 90% of the total cost was incurred before you left Florida. Although, I would admit compared to the Florida groceries are fairly expensive. 1. Your COVID test would’ve been free at Walgreens, both PCR and Atigen. 2. The fuel bill would’ve been the same whether it was 1 person or 10 person as the distance is the same. Calculations could be made for the difference body weight would’ve added, but the difference fuel cost would’ve been negligible. 3. There are a number of grocery stores on Bimini. Though the prices wouldn’t have been much different between them the variety would vary. Plus there are the equivalent to farmers markets of folks selling fresh fruit and vegetables. 4. Next time, inquire about caterers that can cook you real Bahamian dishes. At least one evening dinner. The prices aren’t expensive and you’ll get the real Bahamian experience. 5. I was insulted (not 😂) that you brought over frozen pizza… Are you kidding me? Bimini has some great pizza makers that I’m sure you’d be impressed. All in all I’m glad that you and your sister enjoyed your trip. Hope you visit again soon and next time ask around with the locals. Try the Bimini pastries and other food varieties that Bimini has to offer. Oh and PS: It would’ve been cheaper to catch the fast ferry over and chartering one of the locals to take you on all those adventure places you been. I approximate you could’ve cut at least 80% of the total you spent.
LOOKS LIKE YOUR INSULTED THAT THE "GURLS" DIDNT RELY ON ANY LOCALS FOR ANYTHING. iVE BEEN TO BIMINI PLENTY OF TIMES ALSO NASSAU. THE HARRASSMENT FOR TIPS FOR ANYTHING THEY DO IMAGINE IF YOU USED ANY OF THEIR SERVICES. THIS PRICE I BELIEVE WOULDVE BEEN DOUBLED. IM A HUGE TIPPER AND I TAKE PRIDE IN IT. BUT ITS A SHAME THAT THE MOMENT YOU STEP FOOT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL ISLAND, THE LOCALS CHARGE AT YOU FOR CASH. THE GIRLS DID TYHE RIGHT THING. PERFECT PLANNING. THEY DID EVERYTHING ON THEIR OWN AND HAD AN AWESOME TIME. GALE FORCE TWINS ROCKS!!
Sticker shock yes! However I think/hope many will agree with me that this past year has taught us to take advantage of the time you have on this big beautiful world. I appreciate the transparency as well; you're running a business through this channel other social platforms and your merch sales. Live it up ladies you've earned it!!!
Thanks for the comprehensive recap of the costs associated with your trip. Your videos there were fun to watch and were very informative. You ladies work very hard and I, for one, believe that life is meant to be lived, not watched. I appreciate the both of you and am addicted to your well-done videos. Btw, I love my new rod...can't wait for better weather to try it out! Thanks again.
WoW!! The GF and I spent two months this summer fishing the Crooked Island/Acklins Island area. We didn't spend anywhere near that. We home base off our 40' sailboat and fish our Old Town kayaks. We are flats fishermen for the most part. We fish all up and down the Caribbean. We are in Aruba right now and heading for the Yucatan next week.
Awesome video ladies, sitting here at the fire station trying to plan my trip to the Bahamas, so thank you for putting the video out for us to learn from. Truly great info!
Well done and I'm glad you did this video. The thought had crossed my mind what does a trip like this cost and I thought your cost breakdown and analysis was very illuminating.
Great video girls. About 12 years ago I went to bimini on a buddy of mines boat. 21 ft bay boat. The slip and little efficiency across the street comined were 100.00 a day. We had a great trip and met some awesome people along the way. I've also been over to Freeport but stayed on the boat which also could save some money.
Kudos for providing all expenses. Not everyone is so willing to be this open with costs. You had a good time, so it's money well spent. It's the cost of adventure! Life, at least for me, would be boring without adventure. Please note adventure comes in many forms. Get in the game, live life!
A center console is great for fishing but not for living on. There are some nice 39' boats that accommodate both quite comfortably. The slip did come with water and electricity for 250/night.
You could just come to the keys and fish from the bridges for alot less and have an excellent time... For a week and a half, I spent $250 in gas to get here ( from PGH, pa), $650 for beer, food, bait and smokes... $185 gas while here- but just filled up today which will last 4 days... Includes fishing lic renewal- $55 out of state and lobster permit.. doesn't include lodging... Because that can vary soooo much, it's up to you on how you stay.... this is for one person... I may reply an update after a month here..
Thanks for breaking it down. I am sure alot of followers that might take their boat across will plan better with this info. Life is not cheap and boating...but its so worth it!
The positive of shopping local although expensive is you’re supporting the local economy. Same with tipping. The Bahamian economy has been trashed with the pandemic…. No conch fritters? How can you go to Bimini without eating conch fritters? Impossible…. Looks like a great trip. Thanks for the info.
THE HARRASSMENT FOR TIPS IS DISGUSTING. IM A HUGE TIPPER BUT OH MY GOD. THE MINUTE YOU STEP FOOT ON THE ISLAND THEY ALL COME OUT FROM UNDER ROCKS FOR TIPS. AND WHATS WORST IS THEY DEMAND IT!!!
Great information. Thanks so much for sharing. A lot of big you tubers don't share costs but it was very much appreciated. Ive really enjoyed watching your videos since finding your channel about a month ago. Keep it up!
Thanks. I use to do something similar in the 70,s and for six guys and seven days on a 42 Hatteras that I rented in north palm beach was 5,000 tops we did sleep on the boat but our alcohol bill was crippling. Things sure have changed. Really enjoyed y’all breakdown. Thanks again. Love the channel.
Awesome review of cost. I’ve made the run several times on my 32 Intrepid from Palm Beach to Rosie’s in Grand and then to the Abacos. Most people have no idea about the cost. As an boat owner and Captain You do and it is not for the weak of wallet!👍
Thank ya'll so much for giving me a foundation on this trip. I am planning a trip like this right now. All this info was EXTREMELY HELPFUL! YA'LL ARE AWESOME!
I absolutely love watching Emily and Amanda’s channel. I’m currently studying for my OUPV and they keep me motivated when I get overwhelmed. Thank you ladies!! Best channel on the UA-cam’s!!
Thanks for your information and costs for your trip, I personally don't believe that a thousand dollars person per day is expensive at all considering the way you both saved by cutting corners. Just go to Disney for 5 day's and you will quickly go way over the amount you ladies spent, not to mention ALL the super videos everyone got to watch. Glad the trip was successful and safe
I went there june 2019 pulled my 22ft bayboat from myrtle beach spent 3 days at big game definitely not cheap I'm naturally cheap af but didn't bring as much as you did so pretty much had to eat at every restaurant in the area fuel was around 6 a gallon at the time were concerning another trip this summer and will bring more stuff and will definitely be watching that weather trip there was good the return trip 4 to 5 foot seas not good in a 22ft boat but great information for the first time travelers
I crossed from Ft. Lauderdale to Bimini back in 1968 in a 19’ Aquasport. Move up to a 23’ Formula And would go over to Bimini and back in the same day. I didn’t want to have to buy gas over there cause it was 50 cents a gallon. Times have really changed!
For this price I Fly from Germany to Mex. Rivera Maya and stay there in a 5 star hotel All inclusive with personal trainer and any zip and zap playing golf and have a 2 days Full day Big Game tripp and so mutch more ... hope you guys have had fun but I never ever would spend this sum for just 5 days!!! But I liked your vids.
Yep, this is one good thing the old big sport fish boats have over the new big center consoles. A place to sleep and fix your own food. I've been in the Bahamas three to six months at a time in the past, and didn't spend as much as these girls did on their five day trip.
Going to Seward Alaska next summer. Three twelve hour days of fishing and two days for tours will run about 7 thousand. These days just the cost for a weeks adventure.
Excellent video! For those on a budget and with a boat that has a sleeping area, can you just rent a slip and sleep on your boat? Or, even anchor it someplace. I have heard there are some boat camping grounds over there. Thanks again! You gals are awesome!!!
I used to go all the time and truthfully if you want an out island experience with more availability and less cost go to the Dry Tortugas. And the fishing/diving is equal to or better!
the price is kinda of high, considering you can to Mexico on an all inclusive resort including 3 days of fishing for 2 people for $3,400 not including the airfare
Add 2 days to that (70 percent more) plus air fair. Plus taking your own boat is a different experience, $2,200 of that trip was fuel and If you had a boat you could sleep in you save $1575.
Wow! I really do appreciate this information and level of detail. I've often daydreamed about making the crossing sometime, and having a realistic idea of what to expect for costs is really helpful.
Ive spent at $3000 on simple weekend trips to Bimini. Ive decided I can do a lot more for a lot less and havent been back. People also underestimate the crossing. Its usually pretty safe, but things can go bad. So its pricey and has some risk. Overall for me its not worth the squeeze.
Honestly the shocker was the price of the slip! I know I get a good deal where I keep my boat but even compared to the expensive places on other bodies of water near me, what you paid for 5 days is 1/2 of a year in a prime location here.
You ladies have grown up in this industry so much and fast because of your dedication and heart work. I feel soon someone will sponsor you with an awesome big boat I pray. Wishing you the best and always enjoying your channel!
Great job and nice details on breaking down the trip cost! Also really good job on the “ do’s and don’ts “, and what you would do different. Well done!
Ladies good cost break down. Should consider next time to stay at south Bimini there are great homes on water with dock included ~ $200/night. My son and I … 2 nights all included $1,400 bucks. Contender 25’.
Congrats on a successful trip. Like they say there are no uhauls following the casket. Glad you had fun and thanks for sharing! U was wondering if you did anything special regarding boat security in the slip? I’d be leery of waking up and going down to dock to see my 39 gone.
You will never look back and miss that $10k, but you will forever remember this epic trip you took with your favorite sister (🤣😂🤣). Great channel BTW😊👍
That's a lot of money for a five day trip. We were in the Bahamas for several months on our boat 2015 through 2016 and didn't spend nearly that much. A boat with living quarters can really cut down on the costs, although I imagine fuel costs are about to be insane in the Bahamas.
Wow that’s a lot of $$$. Blue water resort and marina Alice town Bimini $1.25 per foot. I have a 46 foot boat ($86 a day for my boat including electricity) I stay on my boat but they do have nice rooms for around $150 a night.
This might be a stupid question but do you need to check back into the U.S. if you return by private pleasure boat and are a U.S. citizen? Did you guys check in when you came back from this trip?
A pity you didn't have that Regulator you ladies fell in love with earlier in the year. You could have saved the Air-bnb cost and the slip fees. Would have cost a bit more on the entry and cruising fees as well as fuel but it probably would have come out a bit cheaper.
Love your Chanel and videos. I have one dumb question for you. Since you do a lot of fishing have you ever thought about buying an ice machine? This can save you money buying ice all the time. I have been to the Bahamas a few times but if I ever do a boat trip I would load up the boat with everything Ibwoukd need. The prices and taxes there are ridiculous and expected because they live off tourism. And yes their coffee is bad.
Yes such a good question and something we've thought about multiple times. We usually refreeze our ice when we are doing day trips and keep it in our bait deep freezer. One day I'm sure we'll get one!
$5/gallon for gas is the norm here in California. The astronomical, outrageous cost of 5 days in Bimini confirmed to me that I would never ever do it. You could stay at the Four Seasons in Maui for less.
Wow. Maybe I won’t go there this summer. Did a 30 day trip on the Philippines staying in a lot of resorts with the family and spent a lot less then this and we had a lot of good times.
Rent or charter? Solo renting would probably be near impossible without a huge checkbook and deposit because of the insurance conundrum... especially if you're inexperienced.
Thankyou so much for being such teachers. God bless you both 🙏 The only thing that surprised me was the $500 charge for the flags? Can you explain these charges more detailed?
The one you're comfortable and experienced with, and know can handle unexpected weather conditions (i.e. - grey outs and 6' swells). Historically, plenty of people have crossed in 23' vessels with single engines, where VHF and paper maps were your only lifeline.
Actually refreshing to find a boating/fishing channel where the hosts don't have to resort cheesy bikini shots to gain "Likes". Keep up the great videos.
Thank you 😊
Totally agree, these women have knowledge and talent so they don’t need to resort to cheap click bait thirst traps. I recommended my friend let his 8year old daughter watch these two, she loves boating and already takes turns at the wheel if his 50’ sea ray. Keep up the great work ladies!
Ive always said that. Refreshing indeed!
Agreed 100%!
So much respect for two they let their passion love and knowledge of fishing get them followers
Great information. You two should compare this trip to doing 5 days in the Keys. Trailering the boat down from say north/central Fl, food, gas, gear, room, boat slip. Also what are the major differences from Bahamas vs The Keys when it comes to water quality, fishing, diving? 🤙
Rent a house on South Bimini and have your boat right at the backdoor. No slip charges. Way cheaper and nicer house. The neighborhood is called Port Royal .
Thank you for the breakdown….. people usually take it for granted when you cover all the costs and don’t realize how much money all this is costing
My 1st trip to Bimini was in 1999. All I needed was my birth certificate. I had just turned 21. I fished the Florida Sportsman Magazine tournament. Stayed at the Big Game Club. 6 days 5 nights aboard a 36 Luhrs. I paid total of $300 for the whole trip. I can place that trip in the top 3 good times of my life.
😂😂😂😂
Wow what a shitty comment. Maybe he watches the channel because he finds knowledge and learns from these 2 young ladies. They are well mannered and very appropriate ladies. I highly doubt he’s watching because he is creepy.
@@patrickkimbrell8873 These are women. I'm a South Florida Native. I fish weekly. I watch lots of fishing channels. Wtf is your problem?? You look 50. Why are you watching these videos. Watch your mouth.
@@christopherschwerdt4983 This dude is one of these people who speaks before he thinks.
Yeah, prices have definitely got pretty insane....that is largely due to the skyrocketing real estate market in the Bahamas and gas prices having tripled since then.
I grew up in the 90's in Miami and I vividly remember my Dad and his friends would make weekend runs out to Bimini every so often. By no means were any of them affluent; split up between a couple friends in those days was very reasonable. Making the run out to Bimini was actually easier and cheaper in those days than the hassle of a trip trailering the boat down to the keys.
For 10000 $ in turkey. Or Greece u can stay in a 4star hotel all-inclusive. 5 weeks
Now I remember why I ditched the 52' Azimut long ago and went with the 13 meter trimaran. :)
Fuel is less. Mooring is cheaper than a slip. Stay aboard on both, so no golf cart or lodging needed. Watermaker takes care of the water issue as well.
My guess is that living aboard my trimaran for a week would be about $4k less ($500 per person per day), but I'm pretty sure I've rarely averaged $500/day on any particular stay sailing. The Azimut had two 750 hp diesels, so she was always going to be a pig on fuel.
Hey gurls,
Got a few comments concerning on your pricing. I think to be fair to Bimini, the pricing should’ve been separate since consolidating it makes it seem as though it’s more expensive than it really is to visit BIMINI. Close to 90% of the total cost was incurred before you left Florida. Although, I would admit compared to the Florida groceries are fairly expensive.
1. Your COVID test would’ve been free at Walgreens, both PCR and Atigen.
2. The fuel bill would’ve been the same whether it was 1 person or 10 person as the distance is the same. Calculations could be made for the difference body weight would’ve added, but the difference fuel cost would’ve been negligible.
3. There are a number of grocery stores on Bimini. Though the prices wouldn’t have been much different between them the variety would vary. Plus there are the equivalent to farmers markets of folks selling fresh fruit and vegetables.
4. Next time, inquire about caterers that can cook you real Bahamian dishes. At least one evening dinner. The prices aren’t expensive and you’ll get the real Bahamian experience.
5. I was insulted (not 😂) that you brought over frozen pizza… Are you kidding me? Bimini has some great pizza makers that I’m sure you’d be impressed.
All in all I’m glad that you and your sister enjoyed your trip. Hope you visit again soon and next time ask around with the locals. Try the Bimini pastries and other food varieties that Bimini has to offer.
Oh and PS:
It would’ve been cheaper to catch the fast ferry over and chartering one of the locals to take you on all those adventure places you been. I approximate you could’ve cut at least 80% of the total you spent.
LOOKS LIKE YOUR INSULTED THAT THE "GURLS" DIDNT RELY ON ANY LOCALS FOR ANYTHING. iVE BEEN TO BIMINI PLENTY OF TIMES ALSO NASSAU. THE HARRASSMENT FOR TIPS FOR ANYTHING THEY DO IMAGINE IF YOU USED ANY OF THEIR SERVICES. THIS PRICE I BELIEVE WOULDVE BEEN DOUBLED. IM A HUGE TIPPER AND I TAKE PRIDE IN IT. BUT ITS A SHAME THAT THE MOMENT YOU STEP FOOT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL ISLAND, THE LOCALS CHARGE AT YOU FOR CASH. THE GIRLS DID TYHE RIGHT THING. PERFECT PLANNING. THEY DID EVERYTHING ON THEIR OWN AND HAD AN AWESOME TIME. GALE FORCE TWINS ROCKS!!
Sticker shock yes! However I think/hope many will agree with me that this past year has taught us to take advantage of the time you have on this big beautiful world. I appreciate the transparency as well; you're running a business through this channel other social platforms and your merch sales. Live it up ladies you've earned it!!!
Yes sticker shock. Compare this to two people on an all inclusive Cruise. About 2,500 .
Thanks for the comprehensive recap of the costs associated with your trip. Your videos there were fun to watch and were very informative. You ladies work very hard and I, for one, believe that life is meant to be lived, not watched. I appreciate the both of you and am addicted to your well-done videos. Btw, I love my new rod...can't wait for better weather to try it out! Thanks again.
WoW!! The GF and I spent two months this summer fishing the Crooked Island/Acklins Island area. We didn't spend anywhere near that. We home base off our 40' sailboat and fish our Old Town kayaks. We are flats fishermen for the most part. We fish all up and down the Caribbean. We are in Aruba right now and heading for the Yucatan next week.
Awesome video ladies, sitting here at the fire station trying to plan my trip to the Bahamas, so thank you for putting the video out for us to learn from. Truly great info!
Well done and I'm glad you did this video. The thought had crossed my mind what does a trip like this cost and I thought your cost breakdown and analysis was very illuminating.
Great information. I was wondering about all the cost involved, and you did a great job of breaking it all down. Very helpful.
Great video girls. About 12 years ago I went to bimini on a buddy of mines boat. 21 ft bay boat. The slip and little efficiency across the street comined were 100.00 a day. We had a great trip and met some awesome people along the way. I've also been over to Freeport but stayed on the boat which also could save some money.
Kudos for providing all expenses. Not everyone is so willing to be this open with costs. You had a good time, so it's money well spent. It's the cost of adventure! Life, at least for me, would be boring without adventure. Please note adventure comes in many forms. Get in the game, live life!
A center console is great for fishing but not for living on. There are some nice 39' boats that accommodate both quite comfortably. The slip did come with water and electricity for 250/night.
10 grand?Whoa!Looks like I'll be cuttng a hole in the ice to fish again this year.
You could just come to the keys and fish from the bridges for alot less and have an excellent time... For a week and a half, I spent $250 in gas to get here ( from PGH, pa), $650 for beer, food, bait and smokes... $185 gas while here- but just filled up today which will last 4 days... Includes fishing lic renewal- $55 out of state and lobster permit.. doesn't include lodging... Because that can vary soooo much, it's up to you on how you stay.... this is for one person... I may reply an update after a month here..
Thanks for breaking it down. I am sure alot of followers that might take their boat across will plan better with this info. Life is not cheap and boating...but its so worth it!
The positive of shopping local although expensive is you’re supporting the local economy. Same with tipping. The Bahamian economy has been trashed with the pandemic…. No conch fritters? How can you go to Bimini without eating conch fritters? Impossible…. Looks like a great trip. Thanks for the info.
THE HARRASSMENT FOR TIPS IS DISGUSTING. IM A HUGE TIPPER BUT OH MY GOD. THE MINUTE YOU STEP FOOT ON THE ISLAND THEY ALL COME OUT FROM UNDER ROCKS FOR TIPS. AND WHATS WORST IS THEY DEMAND IT!!!
Great information. Thanks so much for sharing. A lot of big you tubers don't share costs but it was very much appreciated. Ive really enjoyed watching your videos since finding your channel about a month ago. Keep it up!
Thanks. I use to do something similar in the 70,s and for six guys and seven days on a 42 Hatteras that I rented in north palm beach was 5,000 tops we did sleep on the boat but our alcohol bill was crippling. Things sure have changed. Really enjoyed y’all breakdown. Thanks again. Love the channel.
Awesome review of cost. I’ve made the run several times on my 32 Intrepid from Palm Beach to Rosie’s in Grand and then to the Abacos. Most people have no idea about the cost. As an boat owner and Captain You do and it is not for the weak of wallet!👍
Great breakdown on prices Gale's, will stock up on fruits and water for our upcoming boat trip.
Thank ya'll so much for giving me a foundation on this trip. I am planning a trip like this right now. All this info was EXTREMELY HELPFUL! YA'LL ARE AWESOME!
Glad me and my wife found this channel. Great content and we are fans.
Thanks for the price break down! There was a lot of good information I hadn’t thought of!
I absolutely love watching Emily and Amanda’s channel. I’m currently studying for my OUPV and they keep me motivated when I get overwhelmed. Thank you ladies!! Best channel on the UA-cam’s!!
Keep going!! Good luck! 😊🐟 thanks for watching!
Thanks for your information and costs for your trip, I personally don't believe that a thousand dollars person per day is expensive at all considering the way you both saved by cutting corners.
Just go to Disney for 5 day's and you will quickly go way over the amount you ladies spent, not to mention ALL the super videos everyone got to watch.
Glad the trip was successful and safe
I went there june 2019 pulled my 22ft bayboat from myrtle beach spent 3 days at big game definitely not cheap I'm naturally cheap af but didn't bring as much as you did so pretty much had to eat at every restaurant in the area fuel was around 6 a gallon at the time were concerning another trip this summer and will bring more stuff and will definitely be watching that weather trip there was good the return trip 4 to 5 foot seas not good in a 22ft boat but great information for the first time travelers
I crossed from Ft. Lauderdale to Bimini back in 1968 in a 19’ Aquasport. Move up to a 23’ Formula And would go over to Bimini and back in the same day. I didn’t want to have to buy gas over there cause it was 50 cents a gallon. Times have really changed!
And a life time of memories! Hard to beat that if you ask me
For this price I Fly from Germany to Mex. Rivera Maya and stay there in a 5 star hotel All inclusive with personal trainer and any zip and zap playing golf and have a 2 days Full day Big Game tripp and so mutch more ... hope you guys have had fun but I never ever would spend this sum for just 5 days!!! But I liked your vids.
A nice big comfortable cabin cruiser to sleep in would be awesome
Yep, this is one good thing the old big sport fish boats have over the new big center consoles. A place to sleep and fix your own food. I've been in the Bahamas three to six months at a time in the past, and didn't spend as much as these girls did on their five day trip.
Going to Seward Alaska next summer. Three twelve hour days of fishing and two days for tours will run about 7 thousand. These days just the cost for a weeks adventure.
Check out Yankee Captain here in the keys... Much more affordable with significantly higher species potential.
@@rolandfero9742 I went on the Gale force trip in May it was great. It’s a go for multi species trip in Alaska for big fish.
@@jamesatkinson1738 wow! That's awesome 😎
Fantastic breakdown and happy you two and Kona are home. Probably back on the water already filming your next one. Great information 👍🏻
Excellent video! For those on a budget and with a boat that has a sleeping area, can you just rent a slip and sleep on your boat? Or, even anchor it someplace. I have heard there are some boat camping grounds over there. Thanks again! You gals are awesome!!!
Good job on the video. It’s really helpful when information like this is provided.
Thank you that was very informative. Hope you had a great time! You guys are awesome!
That is why so many cruisers have sailboats not much fuel stay at anchor so no dock fees.So much cheaper.Nice job very informative.
Would love to see a story about how you got into this business and one that goes through your boat purchases/progressions
I used to go all the time and truthfully if you want an out island experience with more availability and less cost go to the Dry Tortugas. And the fishing/diving is equal to or better!
the price is kinda of high, considering you can to Mexico on an all inclusive resort including 3 days of fishing for 2 people for $3,400 not including the airfare
Add 2 days to that (70 percent more) plus air fair. Plus taking your own boat is a different experience, $2,200 of that trip was fuel and If you had a boat you could sleep in you save $1575.
@@AlvarezFernando Exactly…plus it’s Mexico and not Bimini.
Wow! I really do appreciate this information and level of detail. I've often daydreamed about making the crossing sometime, and having a realistic idea of what to expect for costs is really helpful.
Can save a lot by finding an Airbnb that includes a slip! Also splitting between people.
Ive spent at $3000 on simple weekend trips to Bimini. Ive decided I can do a lot more for a lot less and havent been back. People also underestimate the crossing. Its usually pretty safe, but things can go bad. So its pricey and has some risk. Overall for me its not worth the squeeze.
Honestly the shocker was the price of the slip! I know I get a good deal where I keep my boat but even compared to the expensive places on other bodies of water near me, what you paid for 5 days is 1/2 of a year in a prime location here.
When I go to Bimini on my sailboat I never stay at the marina I anchor but yes the Bahamas is very expensive
You ladies have grown up in this industry so much and fast because of your dedication and heart work. I feel soon someone will sponsor you with an awesome big boat I pray. Wishing you the best and always enjoying your channel!
My wife and I already discussed it, if we win the lottery, they are getting a new boat !
Great job and nice details on breaking down the trip cost! Also really good job on the “ do’s and don’ts “, and what you would do different. Well done!
Ladies good cost break down. Should consider next time to stay at south Bimini there are great homes on water with dock included ~ $200/night. My son and I … 2 nights all included $1,400 bucks. Contender 25’.
Congrats on a successful trip. Like they say there are no uhauls following the casket. Glad you had fun and thanks for sharing! U was wondering if you did anything special regarding boat security in the slip? I’d be leery of waking up and going down to dock to see my 39 gone.
I dig the painting sticker picture behind y'all. Can you do a full still picture of it ?
Thanks for all the tips, can't believe the price of water, yikes! Excellent wrap up to this adventure.
You will never look back and miss that $10k, but you will forever remember this epic trip you took with your favorite sister (🤣😂🤣). Great channel BTW😊👍
That's a lot of money for a five day trip. We were in the Bahamas for several months on our boat 2015 through 2016 and didn't spend nearly that much. A boat with living quarters can really cut down on the costs, although I imagine fuel costs are about to be insane in the Bahamas.
Guess I’ll keep paddling my kayak around Florida. Good information!
Thanks for the info and glad you ladies had an amazing trip. Live and learn next time you two could go and have zero expenses!! 😍
Jamie is a great Captain. thanks for sharing
Could you bring frozen vegetables and/or fruit over? Not is good as fresh but for a week probably an adequate substitute.
You can also rent an epirb if purchasing one doesn’t make sense.
Thanks ladies for sharing !! You forgot kona’s food cost. Hahahaha. Thanks again
Great info. Thanks for breaking things down.
Wow that’s a lot of $$$. Blue water resort and marina Alice town Bimini $1.25 per foot. I have a 46 foot boat ($86 a day for my boat including electricity) I stay on my boat but they do have nice rooms for around $150 a night.
This might be a stupid question but do you need to check back into the U.S. if you return by private pleasure boat and are a U.S. citizen? Did you guys check in when you came back from this trip?
As for passport can I use my twick card as one ? In the binimi Bahamas
About how much did you tip? I feel like I always over or under tip hotel workers/maintenance people
10k for how many days? Think I missed the length of the stay, but know they have been there a while.
They literally said it was for a 5 day trip, multiple times throughout the entire video. *facepalm*
Is it just fresh produce not allowed? What about frozen fruits and vegetables? Like the steamfresh bags of veggies or frozen berries?
A pity you didn't have that Regulator you ladies fell in love with earlier in the year. You could have saved the Air-bnb cost and the slip fees. Would have cost a bit more on the entry and cruising fees as well as fuel but it probably would have come out a bit cheaper.
We went to a bimini resort and it was $65 a day plus $20 for a 12 Oz drink and $20 for a hamburger with chips.
Was it worth it? Somewhere someone is saving in Illinois to come fish in FL. You guys have it together.
Excellent video y’all!
Your welcome to come stay with us for a week in Alaska and we will take you out on our boat where ever you want to go.
We can hit Whittier, Homer, and Seward while you are there.
Love your Chanel and videos. I have one dumb question for you. Since you do a lot of fishing have you ever thought about buying an ice machine? This can save you money buying ice all the time.
I have been to the Bahamas a few times but if I ever do a boat trip I would load up the boat with everything Ibwoukd need. The prices and taxes there are ridiculous and expected because they live off tourism. And yes their coffee is bad.
Yes such a good question and something we've thought about multiple times. We usually refreeze our ice when we are doing day trips and keep it in our bait deep freezer. One day I'm sure we'll get one!
Can you make a video on the process of returning to FL from the Bahamas?
That’s a great video suggestion! Thank you
What was the boat rental cost?
All great info. But good lord definitely wanna take friends to split up the cost. Thank you for posting the video.
Where did you eat steak? Hilton?
great info!, and information for planning, thanks!
$5/gallon for gas is the norm here in California. The astronomical, outrageous cost of 5 days in Bimini confirmed to me that I would never ever do it. You could stay at the Four Seasons in Maui for less.
In some places here in Socal it's over $7 a gallon when filling up at the docks 😢
It’s only because they’re on one of the outer islands💀that’s why it was so much. If you come to the main island it’s much less for everything
@@NoNo-ny4uf The $7 mentioned is on the mainland. At the islands (Catalina, etc) it's much more.
I think Kona should have chipped in. That Slacker dog had an ENTIRE bench seat.
What is the travel range of your 39' boat? Could you go to other Bahama islands?
Thanks for the breakdown of cost.
Wow. Maybe I won’t go there this summer. Did a 30 day trip on the Philippines staying in a lot of resorts with the family and spent a lot less then this and we had a lot of good times.
how much would it cost to rent that boat?
Rent or charter? Solo renting would probably be near impossible without a huge checkbook and deposit because of the insurance conundrum... especially if you're inexperienced.
I have traveled all over the Caribbean and the Bahamas have been the most expensive.
Ladies did bring your boat or rented one?Iam going in jun or jul but might bring it with me.Very Informative thanks for the info.
Thank you for the realistic breakdown. Keep up the good work !
Great video. Good information. One question. Did you use USD? Or did you have to get Bahamian currency??
Can you catch your own bait in the Bahamas? I think someone told me castaneting bait was illegal.. is that true?
Thankyou so much for being such teachers. God bless you both 🙏 The only thing that surprised me was the $500 charge for the flags? Can you explain these charges more detailed?
Yes! The flags were purchased at West Marine along with handheld EPIRB. So the $500 was for all of that combined!
This is a great breakdown of your trip. Thank you!
This is such a valuable and informative video. thankyou for sharing.
Man I love you guys i miss being younger and you ladies are so smart
You guys are my new addiction
Great breakdown ladies. More expensive than I thought. What about the boat rental? How much did that also set you back?
I don't think they had to pay for the boat. I don't even think you can rent a boat to leave the country, but I could be wrong.
What has you thinking they rented a boat?
What size and type of boats would be safe to take on a trip like this?
The one you're comfortable and experienced with, and know can handle unexpected weather conditions (i.e. - grey outs and 6' swells). Historically, plenty of people have crossed in 23' vessels with single engines, where VHF and paper maps were your only lifeline.
Well!! There went my shoe budget!!! I guess taking my Carpe Diem 40' Hatteras will be pretty penny!!
Goodbye shoes!!!🤣
Wow, 10k, you could go to Europe for that for 2 weeks. Cool adventure though :)