Before leaving Anegada we went ashore to see if we could see the flamingos
in the inland lake. No success with that. It was a hot sunny day and we
walked back along the beach cooling our feet in the crystal clear water.
Departed after lunch and arrived at Trellis Bay (position above) on the
Eastern end of Tortola. We took a mooring buoy near The Last Resort, a
bar/restaurant on a small island in the middle of the bay. Got to The Last
Resort in time for Happy Hour and then had a delicious dinner. (Thank you
Tim!). Unfortunately their donkey (named Bottom!) had died some 5 months
earlier - much to the disappointment of the kids. the slogan had amused
us - great food, fun staff and a nice ass! I asked if they were replacing
Bottom and the waitress told me no - having a donkey was a pain in the ass.
Georgie, Doc and kids went back to the boat and Mike, Ann and I stayed to
supervise our nearly 17 year old including with whom she was dancing!
Today was Lauren's 17th birthday. We went ashore at Trellis Bay and found a
nice wee place on the beach for Breakfast. Departed Trellis Bay for a small
private island behind Tortola, called Guana Island. There was some
spectacular snorkeling here with turtles, tuna bigger than Jamie, little
fish, tropical fish, and Pelicans diving amongst the rocks and smokeless for
their lunch.
Another 2 hours sailing back to West End, and we are in Soper's Hole where
we started with everyone. There is a ferry first thing in the morning to
take them back to St Thomas. We are thinking of going with them for a day
at St Thomas. Anyway, will go have a look at Pussers Rum Bar tonight for
Lauren's birthday dinner. (where are you Tony?).
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