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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. Captain Jack's Restaurant and Bar - The bright and clean pastel blue painted restaurant is located on the beach at North Palmetto Point, south of Gov. Harbour. It's a fun casual spot for a good lunch or dinner, with the usual fare of fresh fish (the Mahi Mahi and crab stuffed grouper are outstanding), conch any way you like it, burgers, a spicy lobster wrap (try this), a good selection of salads and desserts. The lively bar serves potent tropical concoctions and "specialty drinks" to put you in the island mood. If you are in the area on a Sunday, don't miss the pig roast barbecue with live music and dancing on the beach. There are also rental bungalows that go for about $150 USD per night, and a new development called Paradise Sands. This place is building about 50 villas, but they are cookie cutter pre-fab, so nothing special. 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. Brought to you by the same people who created ExumaBonefish, EleutherBonefish.com is a site you should visit before planning a bonefishing trip to Eleuthera. The site will help with tides, location of flats, accommodations, car rentals and more. Have fun. FLATS FISHING PATTERNS: Fairly normal summer 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. May 26, 2009 Fishing Reports
Staying at the PINK SANDS HOTEL(our pick as one of the best hotels in the Bahamas) 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. The PINK SANDS is the IDEAL location for a honeymoon! Other nice places to stay include the Coral Sands Hotel, Dunmore Beach Club, Romora Bay Club, Runaway Hill Club, The Landing, and the Bahama House Inn. Diving, snorkeling, and a variety of other activities are available. PLEASE NOTE: We have heard very good things from friends and clients we have sent to the Coral Sands this season. Right next door to the Pink Sands Hotel...and a lot less expensive. 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 dorado and tuna.Valentine’s Resort and Marina offers reef and offshore fishing trips and a complete dive center. The resort also features luxury suites and villas for rental or for sale, from one to three bedrooms. 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
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.