So you
want to make a crossing to the Bahamas?
These links may be of help.
Homestead Bayfront Park - The best jumping off place in South Florida.
No Name Harbor - The best place to return to after the return crossing.
Guide to Sailing and Cruising Stories - Just what it says.
The Crossing and various Bahamas Links
Cruising Guide to the Abacos and Northern Bahamas - Good reference site for crossing.
e-boating's Crossing the Gulf Stream - An excellent site for planning a crossing.
e-boating's Crossing the Gulf Stream Part II - a must-read site.
Florida Keys Virtual Traveler - Good crossing information.
Crossing the Gulf Stream - These people did it. Read their website.
Crossing the Gulf Stream - Another how-to site. Has good links.
MacGregor 26X Millenium Tour - Good how to site.
Sail to the Bahamas - A been-there, done-that site. Good story and photos.
The Crossing - Been there, Dunnit Story
Bimini - A reference page.
Bimini Big Game Resort & Marina - The best marina in Bimini
Cruising the Bahamas - A pretty good site. Good links.
Cruising the Abacos - Great links.
Yahoo Cruising Site Listings - Great site.
www.bahamas.com - Recommended by Jack O'Brien
www.wadespage.com - Recommended by Jack O'Brien
www.sailmiami.com - Recommended by Jack O'Brien
Books, Cruising Guides and Charts
The Near Bahamas, including the Abacos - Necessary chartbook.
The Abaco Guide - Excellent cruising guide. Good crossing information.
Florida Keys and Everglades Cruising Guide - A must-have for the Florida Coast.
Video - Cruising the Bahamas with the Shards - Pretty entertaining.
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