Drifters
Day 4
This was just a chill day on the beach. We walked up to the bay where Pimento's and Sandals are as we had stayed at Seashore By The Bay before. The Azul Sensatori is huge. We went all the way to Hedo and then walked back. We walked 14 KM's this day = 8.6 miles. Lunch was at Chances. Pizza was good and the beer was cold. I paid in JA but the exchange was not the best.
Finally saw the fruit lady. I believe her name is Ms. Curtis. I don't know how she can carry that basket on her head and two bags. Great fruit and a very nice lady. It was nice to see everyone assisting her to get loaded up for her walk.
We also saw the blind man - William. Made sure to speak with him and give him some money. What a hard life and such a nice guy. Told him how much I was giving him and he asked if I could tell him what some of the other bills were that he had been given.
Had dinner at CoCo. Good food and good service. Their prices are a little higher than others but not by much and they have a large menu to choose from. Coupled with the Happy Hour it works out to be pretty decent. You can take your drinks from the bar to dinner.
Day 5
Imagine just another chill day. Sand gravity really does take over. I had lobster from Patrick on the beach. Decent size and he was a nice guy to chat with. The security guys recommended him and it was very tasty. More juice from Flex and patties from Norman. It sure is nice when you don't have to leave your beach chair to enjoy great fresh products.
We only did 11 Km's this day. Dinner was at Kenny's Italian Cafe. Great service and good food. The wine is on the expensive side but you can always just drink beer. We walked on the sidewalk at night and never felt unsafe.
Day 6
We had read about Half Moon Bay and wanted to check it out. Went out to the road and caught a route taxi. 185 JA each. Now I know that there are arguments about tipping route taxi drivers but I always tip. Using the argument that you don't tip a bus driver at home is not apples to apples. The bus driver does not own the bus, insure it, put gas in it ...... Nice ride and it is fun to talk to locals that are just going about their day. Paid the admittance and settled on the beach. First impression was what a really chill place that we will be able to spend the day at. Talked to the guys that would be running Calico Jacks and agreed to go out for lunch. Bought a couple of beers. $4.00 US each.
That when things came to a screeching halt. A party Cat was rounding the bay. Please, please, please don't be coming here to wreck our peace and tranquility. Wishful thinking. As it gets closer we have to listen to the instructions being relayed to the guests. They would be at the beach until at least 1.30. My wife looked at me and said let's go. There were 30-40 people on board and there is 10-12 beach loungers. When we ere leaving the owner asked why were going so we told her. She apologized and gave us our entrance fee back. She also said that if we come back she would include the boat ride to the bar. Nice gesture on her part and smart business practice. The boat comes in on Wednesdays and Saturdays in case anyone is interested. We had picked Wednesday because of the band that was going to be playing later in the day.
The ride back in the route taxi was a little cramped. I was squeezed into the very back row but it was still fun.
Half Moon Bay
We ate at Sun Beach for lunch and it was good. Service was also very good and we were pleased with the meal.
