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How a Private Island Works! - Spanish Cay

June 23, 2024 · 13 min · 146K views · Spanish Cay, Abacos

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The crew departs Green Turtle Cay in the Abacos and motors 15 miles to Spanish Cay.2:17 The channel exiting the Green Turtle Cay bay is narrow and shallow, but manageable for the vessel.1:57 Upon arrival at Spanish Cay, the crew contacts the marina on VHF Channel 16 to coordinate docking and refueling.4:08 The marina provides fuel at a dock marked by a red and white piling.4:30 The vessel, which lacks a bow thruster, docks easily using its twin engines.4:55 Spanish Cay features a clubhouse with a pool, bar, restaurant, and market.5:24 Infrastructure on the private island includes a 5,000-foot airstrip, a desalination plant capable of producing 25,000 gallons of water daily, and three diesel generators.10:02 Accommodations include marina-side and beachfront rental condos.9:08 The crew tours the island facilities, including the desalination plant and the generator house, before concluding the visit at the island bar.12:36

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