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The Seasoned Traveler offers travel insights on the Caribbean and other sun-kissed destinations.

31/03/2026

Doing what I can to spread the word.😎

31/03/2026

I’ve been following the situation on South Friars Bay in St. Kitts🇰🇳, where a number of small, authentic, locally-owned beach bars that have been there for decades are facing closure to make way for a proposed luxury development. One of these is Discovery Beach Bar, where this shot was taken a couple of years ago. Another is a place very special to me - Shipwreck Bar & Grill - which kickstarted my love of beach bars over 20 years ago. in fact, Shipwreck was one of the first places I reviewed on my website. I never miss dropping by whenever I am on this beautiful island. I’m wise enough to acknowledge that there are two sides to every story. But I’m also wise enough to recognize how vitally important local establishments like this are to the fabric and appeal of an island, for residents and visitors alike. So, I’m totally on side with the ‘Save South Friar’s Bay Beach and Bars’ petition (accessible at thepetitionsite.com). Please consider joining me.😎🇰🇳

27/03/2026

We take International Whisky Day seriously at our house. Sláinte! 🥃

24/03/2026

Have to get behind this somehow. The beach at South Friars Bay in St. Kitts, home to some iconic small beach bars, including Shipwreck (one of my absolute favourites), Discovery and the Godfather - is slated for a rumoured big upscale hotel development. These great local places will be pushed out. Shipwreck was the first beach bar that really spoke to me and pointed me towards life as a beach bar bum over 20 years ago. Wish I could be there.

24/03/2026

On our recent trip to Exuma, we had a chance to return to the legendary Chat ‘N’ Chill for the first time in almost ten years. I’m happy to say that it’s lost none of its ‘old-skool’ beach bar charm. I had the privilege of ‘chatting’ with Kenneth “KB” Bowe, who founded Chat ‘N’ Chill over 25 years ago, and indulging in some of Its signature, no-frills Bahamian ‘chilling’. It was a great day at one of my all time favourite beach bars. Just updated my review on the website. Thanks to Reno Curling for the photo of KB.

17/03/2026

Spent our last day in Exuma on the sublime Cocoplum Beach, sharing this seemingly endless stretch of white sand and shallow, crystal clear water with perhaps half a dozen other people and considerably more sand dollars. I have to say this was an amazing little trip — desperately needed in this particularly bitter and ongoing Toronto winter🥶. Great weather, beautiful beaches, funky bars, the perfect slow, chill vibe and wonderful people. Thanks to all those who contributed to a special holiday, including: PJ, Stenson, Brandon, Dwight, KB, Renaldo, Anais and others.😎🇧🇸

12/03/2026

Hanging out at a different kind of bar in Exuma - the Conch Bar at the famous Chat n’ Chill. How does it work? Just follow the photos.😎 First you fetch the conch fresh from the ocean, taking care not to step on the curious stingrays hanging around. Then you crack them open. Next you marinate in lime juice.🍋‍🟩Then chop up the fresh onions, tomatoes, pineapple and mangoes. 🧅🍅🍍🥭 Finally, mix everything together and squeeze in some more fresh lime. The result is one of the freshest, tastiest conch salads you’ll ever have. Courtesy of the amazing Renaldo. Conch salad is popular in many islands, but it’s just ‘better in the Bahamas’.🇧🇸 .company

09/03/2026

I expected to find great beach bars in Exuma and I wasn’t disappointed. But I was a bit surprised to come across a sleek, sophisticated and serious cocktail bar in the heart of Georgetown. B’booky and B’rabby’s (the name is inspired by a Bahamian folktale) is a cozy, stylish place with a great view over the harbour, a cool vibe and creative cocktails that wouldn’t be out of place in Nassau - not surprising, since two of the bartenders we chatted with had honed their skills with that island’s renowned Bon Vivants group (which I’ve written about on the website). My wife loved her ‘Sometimey’, one of their signature cocktails, expertly mixed by Stenson. On our return visit I went ‘off menu’ and Brandon complied with an excellent classic daiquiri made with Coconut Cartel rum.🍹

08/03/2026

Happy to report that my Beach Bar Radar (BBR) is still functioning at maximum efficiency. Found this little gem on our last day in Exuma.🇧🇸 The Beach Bar at Cocoplum Bistro is super chill with a distinct Eurobbean vibe.😎

06/03/2026

For all you beach bums out there. This stunning stretch of sand is Tropic of Cancer Beach on Little Exuma in the Bahamas.🇧🇸 Its name is derived from the meridian line that crosses right through it and defines the northern extent of the topics. It’s a bit hard to get to - you have to drive all the way to the end of Great Exuma and then cross a one-lane bridge to Little Exuma - so it’s often nearly deserted. But, as you can see, it’s worth it. 😎 .company

04/03/2026

A Cucumber Spritz for Madame and a Goombay Smash with dark rum for Monsieur. Thirsty yet? Killer cocktails at The Beach Club at Baymahni Resort on Stocking Island, Exuma.🇧🇸 .company

02/03/2026

So, here we are! Will let you guess where🇧🇸😎. (No prizes.) Here’s a clue… it’s not Toronto❄️🥶. .company

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