Our Weekend at Boca Chita Key

Our view across the harbor

One of the beautiful sunsets this weekend

Can't you just hear the sizzle?

The sun setting set the palms to blaze

Nice beach - beautiful water

NautiNell peeking thru the palms

tied up along the wall

Another evening - another sunset

yeah, three 300s - nice Donzi

three 250s = 750

this guy couldn't sneak up on anyone

entrance to the harbor

Our weekend stay at Boca Chita Key (Keyhole Harbor) was again quite an experience.  We had stayed there about six months ago over the Easter weekend.  At that time we were looking for a refuge from the wind while we staged our crossing to the Bahamas.  We really enjoyed it so we wanted to spend some time there again on our way south.

The area is a local hangout for Miami boaters.  Several come here to either spend the day or the entire weekend – all come to party!  Most are Cuban - speaking Spanish and playing loud music.   I must say though – although we did feel we were in the minority - we were surrounded by friendly fun-loving people.  We all had one thing in common – boating.  We spent most of the weekend sitting on our sundeck watching the boats come and go in and out of the harbor.  We also spent time watching the kids play – things never change.  We also hung out at the beach on the eastern side of the island.  It’s really beautiful.

If you want a beautiful setting – safe from the weather - you’ve got to try this place.  You tie up on the wall – no power or water – cost of $20 a night – only $10 for us old folks!   BUT I highly recommend if you want a quiet setting – DON’T plan to stay here on the weekend.   From what we can tell – it’s quiet during the weekdays.   We were by ourselves Friday morning when we arrived and again found ourselves completely alone after sundown Sunday evening.   But in between that time – look out!

Monday morning we are heading to Key Largo.  We plan to anchor near Gilbert’s Marina.  It’s an interesting little place with a great TiKI Bar.  Should be a nice trip – less than 30 miles.  Another rather short day.  It’s nice being able to take our time.  Our next stop after that should be Islamorada and then on to Marathon.   We will then stay put for awhile – three months to be exact.  Wonder how we’re going to be able to do that!  Ha!

Till next time!

Admiral “C”