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VISIT Eleuthera - Spanish Wells - Harbour Islands Mayaguana - Great Inagua - Ragged Islands San Salvador - Rum Cay - Conception Islands
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ELEUTHERA, SPANISH WELLS, HARBOUR ISLAND Island News: A word about DIY fishing......Eleuthera has become one of the most popular islands for DIY fishing, and therefore, many of the obvious flats are fished pretty hard, and the bones have become educated (actually, extremely spooky). So the more you get away from these well-known areas, and off into more remote areas, the better chances you'll have of finding fish that will eat a fly instead of bolting to the next island. Places like Savannah Sound and Pelican Cay, which used to be good, are now overrun with anglers, so the fish are super spooky in these areas. DIY in the Bahamas is really becoming just that......you have to do it on your own, be resourceful, be a good angler, be observant......asking questions will only get you so far, then you've got to get out there and put in your time. If you don't have this kind of time....hire a guide. It's worth it. The Duck Inn - Located in Governor's Harbour, the Inn features three self-catered, luxury cottages with gardens looking on to the harbour, the ocean bay and Cupid's Cay. The three cottages are surrounded with orchids and fruit trees and all have fully equipped kitchens with dining area and verandah. Each colonial cottage is decorated with wood floors and antique furnishings, and includes AC, ceiling fans and maid service. Bicycles, boat rentals/charters, bonefishing, kayaking, can be part of your package, or you can choose your activities after arrival. This is a good location to explore Eleuthera, with convenient access to markets, gas station, shopping and restaurants. We recommend this location for anglers looking for a "do-it-yourself" trip. FLATS FISHING PATTERNS: Fairly normal spring weather patterns are in effect, and it's the beginning of the wetter rainy season. You should always carry a good breathable rain jacket and pants in the boat for possible rain, and use the jacket as a windbreaker on early morning runs. Our favorite jackets include the PATAGONIA Super Cell Jacket and Pants, and Theta SL by Arc Teryx. Our favorite flies include #4-6 Gotchas, #4 Borski's Bonefish Critter and Bonefish Slider, #4-6 Pink Bone Wigglers, #4-6 Miheve's Flats Fly, #4-6 Beck's Sililegs, #4-6 Pink Hoovers, #4-6 Spawning Shrimp, and #4-8 Veverka's Mantis Shrimp. February 8, 2012 Fishing Reports
Staying at the PINK SANDS HOTEL is a great experience. Anyone, angler or not, will be happy at the Pink Sands. The elegant yet casual accommodations, superb dining, attentive service, tennis courts, swimming pool, and idyllic beach combine to create the perfect atmosphere for a relaxing vacation. UPDATE on the CORAL SANDS: Wow, the recent remodel has put this hotel in the same class as the Pink Sands. Actually, we like it more! The ocean suites are large, airy, with large balconies and luxurious bathrooms. The restaurant, on the covered veranda of the main hotel building, overlooks lush gardens and the deep blue ocean. The beach is perfect, right next door to the Pink Sands. And we love the large living room and bar in the main hotel. No better place for an after dinner drink and a Cuban cigar. Other nice places to stay include the Dunmore Beach Club, Romora Bay Club, Runaway Hill Club, The Landing, The Rock House (great restaurant too), and the Bahama House Inn. Diving, snorkeling, and a variety of other activities are available. FOR DINING: Don't miss The Landing, and you'll need a reservation in season to get in. The lobster, hog snapper, and chocolate souffles are out of this world! BEST spot for lunch: Sip Sip, on the bluff above the beach, just down the beach to the south of Coral Sands. Perfect ocean vies, fabulous seafood and Goombay Smashes. On the expensive side, but so is all of Harbour Island. Call for a reservation: 333-3316. ELEUTHERA - Throughout the length of the island there are a number of small hotels and rental properties suited to anglers and adventure travelers. These properties will give you access to the numerous flats and oceanfront reef fishing options for fishing on your own. Bonefish Barbi's , formerly Aaron's Beach House, is available for rental. This is a good option for anglers or families who want to kick back in their own place. As mentioned in the book, the Cove Eleuthera and Rainbow Inn are two of the most popular lodging choices. The Cove Eleuthera is under new ownership and has been extensively renovated. It is much more luxurious now, upscale and expensive. Some people have reported that it looks like Miami. While we don't think it's that bad, it's not the same down home Bahamian experience it used to be. On the other hand, the Rainbow Inn has stayed the same, with casual comfortable accommodations at a good price, and excellent food in the restaurant. There are also a number of rental property options on various web sites. REEF/OFFSHORE: Decent action for wahoo, dorado and tuna.Valentine’s Resort and Marina offers reef and offshore fishing trips, bonefishing guides, and a complete dive center. The resort also features luxury suites and villas for rental or for sale, from one to three bedrooms. The marinaside restaurant serves good seafood, and often has live music in the afternoons and evenings. Nice spot for afternoon beers and conch fritters. You can contact them directly at 242.333.2142. JOIN OUR NEW MAILING LIST -- Be kept up-to-date on the newest developments in The Bahamas--everything from new lodges, to new information on the best guides, new fishing secrets, new government regulations, new options for non-anglers, more travel tips, and special trips that will be hosted by Stephen and Kim Vletas, the BFFG authors. Also, BFFG will be reserving prime dates at selected lodges just for members of the BFFG mailing list. We look forward to keeping you on top of things in The Bahamas. JOIN THE LIST.
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HARBOUR
ISLAND - The primary fishing areas
are around North Eleuthera, and in the vast creek systems. There are good
wade fishing options for anglers who want to fish on their own right off
the town of Harbour Island, and across the bay on the inside of Whale Point. All the
guides in this area are independent and they mostly fish flats that are
a 10 to 25 minutes run from the Harbour Island dock, which includes an
extensive creek system that cuts into the mainland of North Eleuthera. There are also some areas you can wade fish on your own off the northernwestern side of the island.