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travelgirl3 Says: Although deep-sea fishing is certainly available, we opted for the more laid-back, shore fishing variety. As Guana Cay is an island, boating is the only way to get around. As a result, docks abound, and you only need to drop your line in for a few minutes to be successful....
travelgirl3 Says: Ok, it's not really original, but the sunsets are awesome! On an island this tiny, there aren't a lot of 'fabricated' things to do, (a fact we thoroughly appreciated) so enjoying a beautiful sunset can be a definite highlight.We found that the best place for sunset watching...
travelgirl3 Says: We opted for the full day trip offered by Dive Guana. In addition to being the Guana Cay Fire Chief, and the Guana head of BASRA (Bahamas Air Sea Rescue Association), Troy Albury is the owner and operator of Dive Guana so you know you’re in great hands. He is assisted by...
Coconuts Cottage: At Home in Paradise
travelgirl3 Says: Coconuts Cottage is a privately owned vacaton rental on Guana Cay. The cottage is wonderful, and has every amenity you could ask for. The cottage has central A/C, which was so efficient, we had to keep adjusting it, as it felt chilly at times - unbelieveable in July. There...
Guana Sunset Resort: Best Place to Watch the Sunset
travelgirl3 Says: We never had the opportunity to eat at Guana Sunset, but I can tell you, their house rum drink, the Guana Grabber, is aptly named! A yummy concoction of Rum (of course!) and various fruit juices, they are delicious, and deadly.Another special feature about Guana Sunset is...
Nippers Restaurant: Nothing Beats a Frozen Nipper!
travelgirl3 Says: Nippers is THE hot spot on Guana Cay. Located high on a dune overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Nippers offers great views, good food, an an excellent beach, complete with snorkeling right off the reef. The also have a 2 level salt-water pool, with a little waterfall. However,...
Guana Seaside Resort: This was our Favourite
travelgirl3 Says: Although we tried to eat at other restaurants on Guana Cay, we always seemed to end up at Guana Seaside. It’s located at the end of the road, beyond where the pavement ends at the north end of the island so their motto of ‘A little off the Beaten Path’ certainly isn’t an...
travelgirl3 Says: Unless you decide to rent a boat, or arrive by one, there’s only 1 way to get around from Cay to Cay. Albury'’s Ferry. From their ‘hub’ in Marsh Harbour on Great Abaco island (where the airport is located), they travel to and from the various cays several times each day. The...
travelgirl3 Says: Do you like the feel of the open road? Love to feel the wind in your hair? Then perhaps this is your way to go - rent a bike!Faster than walking, and much more quiet than golf carts, bicycles are a great way to get around Guana Cay and see the sights. Typical of island...
travelgirl3 Says: Once you arrive on Guana Cay, you will be met by the caretaker of the cottage you have rented, who will deliver you to your slice of paradise. From there on, you’re on your own, and you’ll probably want to get out and do some exploring. Because the island is so small, there...
travelgirl3 Says: There are as many ways to get to Abaco as there are Bahamian cays. As we were travelling with our children, we decided to use one of the larger carriers, rather than the many little ‘puddle jumpers’, which fly over on a regular basis. There was no analytical basis for this,...
Milo's Fruit Stand: A Local & Fun Way to Shop
travelgirl3 Says: There are really only 2 places to buy groceries on Guana Cay. The first is Guana Grocery, which is about the size of a small 7-11. The other is Milo's Fruit Stand.Each day, Milo can be found at his stand, making shell jewellery and chatting with passers-by. As you can see,...
Every Place has it's special Beer
travelgirl3 Says: Abaco is no exception. I'm not a big beer fan, but I must admit, I liked Kalik. Whether its because of all the hype surrounding it, and the fact that it is very difficult to find other than in the Bahamas and occasionally in South Florida, but it definitely changed my mind...
travelgirl3 Says: As with most tropical destinations, Geckos abound in Abaco. This little guy here is the most common variety seen, although they usually curl their tails up over their backs.They are very fast, and impossible to catch, although my son tried and tried. And of course, they are...
travelgirl3 Says: Conch is readily available in the waters around Abaco. It can be prepared many ways, the most common of which are Conch Fritters, breaded and deep fried, and Conch Salad. The Salad is a staple around Abaco, and is sold in all the restaurants, and at roadside stands.It is...
travelgirl3 Says: On Guana Cay, we noticed several familiar looking wild plants growing very large by comparison to the ones we have at home.Poison Wood is one example, as it looks very similar to our Poison Ivy. Like Poison Ivy, it is very common to see it growing beside the roads, however,...
travelgirl3 Says: It is very important for all visitors to Guana Cay to follow the stringent rules put in place by the propietors of the various establishments they will frequent on their visit.These rules have been posted adjacent to the pool at Guana Sunset Resort. Please adhere to them....
travelgirl3 Says: One day, we took a snorkle trip to Fowl Cay Preserve with Dive Guana, owned by Troy Albury. The day trip is exceptional, and I would highly recommend it. However.... After we had been snorkling around for a while, my husband and I went off to look at some interesting coral...
travelgirl3 Says: You will definitely need a rolling cooler if you are staying at a rental cottage. On your arrival in Marsh Harbour, ask your driver to drop you at the grocery store and wait while you stock up on essentials. The selection in Marsh Harbour will be much better, and probably...
travelgirl3 Says: Our last night on Guana Cay was very low-key, as we were all sad that we had to leave. Hubby fixed us up with a couple of his famous frozen Rum & Coke Roadies, and Koolade for the kids, and we headed across the road to the deserted Coco Paradise resort for a last look at the...
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Coconuts Cottage is a privately owned vacaton rental on Guana Cay. The cottage is wonderful, and has every amenity you could ask for. The cottage has central...
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If your idea of the perfect vacation spot includes endless shopping, casinos and 5 star restaurants, don't come to Guana Cay in the Abacos. However, if you enjoy spending hours walking the beach...
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Guana Cay is a small island a short ferry ride from mainland Abaco It is best known for its pristine beach and Nippers bar Unfortunatelly, a big development is being built on the island which will...
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