True tales of life in the islands…
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Featured Out Islander – Ange Dovel
Nassau-native Ange Dovel has chosen a bit of an unconventional life. For 7 years, she's been caretaking a 13-acre private island in the Northern Abacos. Despite the fact that the Abacos is home to the third-largest city in The Bahamas, Marsh Harbour (population around...
Finding your Island Tribe
Let's face it, us island women need each other, and we have to stick together in order to survive the mental hardships (yes hardships, it's not all fruity rum drinks and rose-colored sunglasses people) that one faces by living on a rock. Steadily it’s becoming more...
Reminder: Pay Attention to the Sunset!
I recently watched the sun set for the first time in a long time. I mean, truly watched it. No distractions, no checking messages or Instagram or Facebook. I set my phone down, put my devices aside and tuned into nature. It was amazing what I saw. I saw a multitude of...
Featured Out Islander – Tamara Lorey
Tamara Lorey has been teaching fitness classes on Harbour Island for 7 years. I had the opportunity to attend her classes when I lived on the island and was thankful for her constant motivation, because I probably wouldn't have had much...
Coming Home
Upon returning to Harbour Island after being away for one year, I was surprised with the warm reception I received. Several people have even said "welcome home" to me. The first time I heard it, I was taken aback. Even though I lived there for 2 1/2 years, I never...
Seriously, Where Does The Time Go?
They say that Island Time moves slower than regular Real World Time, but I think it slips by even faster. Maybe because there's more idleness. Or maybe time just gains momentum as I get older. I can't be sure. I have been looking back through old photos recently in a...
Escape to The Exumas
Visitors to The Bahamas typically find themselves booking their trip to the obvious hub of Nassau, oftentimes without knowing what else may be out there. With 700 islands to choose from, it can be overwhelming to pick from one of the many out islands without prior experience or a recommendation. Nassau has a lot to offer various travelers, but who wouldn’t want to to escape the throngs of tourists, commercialized hotels and noisy jet ski operations, and go in search of somewhere a bit more low key (or shall I say “cay”)?
New Hobby – Cruise Ship Spotting
My porch is the perfect place to delve into hobbies that I had no idea existed until now. In addition to being a "plane spotter" and keeping a watchful eye on the flights landing in Nassau, I'm now also slightly obsessed with my Marine Traffic app. For example, this...
Behind the Scenes of a Rescue Dog
So, you want to adopt? You may have seen those tear-jerking rescue videos floating around social media. The star of the film might be a mangy mutt on the verge of death with his bones protruding and a look in his eyes that melts your heart. A stoic volunteer then...
The Plane Wreck of Norman’s Cay
There is a plane wreck in the shallows just off of Norman’s Cay. It’s a popular spot to snorkel and there’s a lot of speculation about the crash. The real story may not be as exciting as some of the embellishments that have been created over the years, but here’s the story from the mouth of Jack Reed, Carlos Lehder’s first pilot and resident on Norman’s Cay during the late 1970’s. This excerpt is taken from the book ‘Buccaneer’ by Jack Reed & Maycay Beeler.
The Dangers of Online Shopping
Photo Credit: nikedirect.org I am going to admit to a confession, something that may be considered taboo considering my gender. But here goes... I hate shopping. And probably more than I hate actually shopping, I despise crowded shopping malls...and trying to find a...
So….you want to buy a private island
Who hasn't dreamed of buying a private island at some point in their lives? Imagine a place where you can escape the maddening crowd, the hustle of life in full swing, and glamorously step out of a seaplane onto your private beach while stewards rush to grab your...
Playing Tourist at Home
Those that know me are probably well aware of my Parrothead past. I am a Jimmy Buffett fan. I've attended several of his concerts, in full Parrothead regalia I might add, and I always make a point to hit up Margaritaville whenever I find myself in the neighborhood....
A Crash Course in Island Driving
During my first visit to the Bahamas, long before living here was even a glimmer in my eye, I spent 2 weeks in Nassau while waiting for a new propeller for my sailboat to arrive from the USA after ours had the misfortune of falling off. I spent week-one exploring the...
Aircraft Fiascoes
Have you ever tried to push an airplane? They are heavy. This was a charter flight traveling from Nassau to a remote island in the Exumas. It also happened to be carrying my husband. I had waited for the plane to arrive from a safe vantage point outside of the chain...
