Exploring CAT ISLAND Bahamas [E330]
4 May 2025 · 15 min · 2K views · Cat Island
What this video covers
Alex and Cory sail their family aboard their boat to Cat Island, Bahamas, where the primary excursion is a hike to Mount Alvernia — the highest point in the Bahamas at roughly 200 feet — to visit the Hermitage built by Father Jerome, who lived in a cave on the site during construction.8:18 The family, including young children Coral, Kai, and Skye, climbs to the summit, explores a multi-roomed cave, and takes in panoramic views of the island.8:45 In town, they buy pineapple tarts and cinnamon bread from Olive's Bakery and eat pork chops and chicken at Hidden Treasures restaurant.11:09 A car rental attempt turns into a recurring breakdown: the van's battery cable is corroded through, the insulation burned away, the battery likely connected backwards at some point, and the alternator appears shot.14:58 The car dies 2.3 kilometers from the destination on two consecutive days.13:52 A replacement starter battery fails to fix it.15:20 Despite the rental failure — attributed to a grumpy attendant at an unnamed gas-station rental outfit — the family swims in a calm bay, forages mangoes, and makes French toast from the cinnamon bread.11:20 Cat Island's anchorage, food, and scenery earn strong approval; the car rental operation earns a clear warning.
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