How Much Does It COST To Sail the Bahamas | 70 | Beau and Brandy Sailing

[@Tulasendlesssummer]

Man, you guys did SO SO good over there!! We spent way more. Fuel, Food, and the few marinas we stayed in really added up. I think so many people have this question and it all depends how you do it. There is definitely room to do it even cheaper than you did if someone is really on a budget and just wants to get sailing over there. And of course, if you need those comforts you can do it for WAY more $$$. Miss you guys, hopefully we see you soon!!!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

We were surprised we didn’t spend more bc we felt like we had too much fun to not have spent more 😂🤣 ⛵️⛵️⛵️See you REAL soon! 😁

[@SailingUma]

Nice Thumbnail dudes ;) Had a blast sailing with you guys! Enjoy the rest of the Caribbean! hope we get to catch up again soon !

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Yah we had some pretty cool peeps catch that shot for us! ⛵️⛵️!

[@trishaquigley-regan9968]

Wow! You did great staying under 1000 a month! Best cruising on earth right there, miss it.

[@donnakawana]

I feel as tho I were sailing with you. I loved everything an everywhere y'all went. I'm beyond proud of you both an Una girl was super cute especially with her sunglasses. She looked to be enjoying it all as much as Mummy an Daddy ❣ so lil too get a wind catcher to put down ur fore hatch it will cool it off a bit.... Get a hammock lot u can do in ur boat with it. I'm still Binge watching everything so.... Here we go.... Big blue waits for u wind in ur sails(theirs a wind app check it out) discovery at ur feet. Sending love an positive energy y'all's way❣✌💗😊⛵❣

[@bretstret1691]

That's a great pic of you in the Rockies

[@arekkaniewski4442]

I think that even though you are newbies, you did great by sailing everywhere. Many cruisers will simply turn on the engine. Great description on your destinations

[@RiggingDoctor]

We saved money by stocking up in Florida before we left. Food was so expensive there that we had to swing through Florida again to provision for our Atlantic crossing. The best way to save money there was to anchor and bring your own stuff. Thanks for showing how it went for you guys. It’s good to know how it went for others as well :)

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Yes man we do wish we stocked up even MORE. Like as if the world was ending. We would have made our like bandits if we did! 😂

[@jimfromri]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This is the first time I’ve seen such a helpful overview of the Bahamas and the differences among areas. Full of great tips. Also appreciated your sharing your costs. You really are role models for demonstrating that you can have big adventures without a big expensive boat or spending a lot of money. -Jim

[@onthebeaches]

I totally Concur. If more sailors would do this type of thing.,I think there would be more sailors.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Hey Jim!! Thanks! oh man we were so happy to share! And you said it!! so easy to have BIG adventures without breaking the bank. we were too busy having fun doing all the adventuring to have time to spend any money :D

[@BeauAndBrandy]

@@onthebeaches then we have got to keep sharing.. we want more friends to experience this!!

[@murrat]

I had a great anchoring experience in the Bahamas. As I made it down the thorny path the anchoring is more challenging due to weeds in some anchorages like Dominica and Martinique.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

YES! we are going to have to watch out for the weeds. Thanks :) Are you still down there?

[@murrat]

Yes. Heading to Grenada for hurricane season.

[@patter14]

Omg OONA!! 😍😍😍 that smile!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Isn’t she the BEST 😁 love that pup!

[@jonesnlife380]

Wow I seriously over estimated the cost there good job guy's and you're so welcome i'm happy to be a supporter seeing you live my dream give me immeasurable joy... I look forward to being able to support more in the future and who knows maybe even following in your wake....

[@BeauAndBrandy]

That you so so much. We really do appreciate it! And YES!! Come on out here the ocean is a great place to be. ⛵️☀️

[@somadevo]

Your beginning to sailing life was exceptional which really pleased me. May you continue to be blessed in every way. Remember to let Beau manage the helm once in a while. Una steals the show in doggles.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Isn’t she the best 😎 I guess I let him try out the helm in the Caribbean 😁⛵️

[@trygvethomassen6393]

remember oll world see what you send in youtube ,not only peopel from usa ,i am from norway,,

[@stevesteel6066]

Awesome video, thanks for sharing your costs. Did you include the haul outs and fiberglass repairs? Or was that at a later date? Wishing you favorable winds and tides as you continue your journey. Much love to you both!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

We haven’t posted our repair costs. This was only what we spent while we were cruising the Bahamas 🇧🇸

[@bigbignourdine8627]

Nice.. ilove Bahamas😍😚⛵💑🌴🎊🎊💐

[@Ken-jh4bt]

Many thanks for an excellent video summarizing your Bahamas cruising AND the financial information. All very informative!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thank you!!

[@brockallentaylor]

Fantastic video guys. I was extra tight and spent about $600/month for one person. All this information is spot on! Good luck on your upcoming adventures!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

thanks Brock! You know the price of the Bahamas all to well! That exumas market has most of that money 😂

[@pyburn1212]

SUPER HELPFUL VIDEO!!! Thanks for the great info!!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ourbigadventure]

Oh I just LOVE Oona! I can't believe it has been 6 months! It is so great to see you both :) xoxo, Sandra, Chris and James

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Isn’t she just the absolute BEST!! James and her would be pals for sure 😁 hope you guys are doing well!! xoxo!

[@carolsirmons3046]

I think you guys are great! I'm way to chicken to ever try this! But I love watching you. Just be safe and have fun.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thank you Carol!!

[@tronalpha9137]

Well done. You started from sratch and crossed the finnish line. I did the same in my first boat. You will now enjoy going to other places and resorts are goog places to visit. good luck and keep sailing. Gerard.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thanks Gerard!!

[@danieloliver20]

Great budget you guys! It's been fun watching you get the experience that will allow you to go anywhere and I'm looking forward to the rest of the Caribbean, safe passage!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

We really appreciate it Daniel!!

[@kelistratton6207]

Where are you all this winter sailing?

[@lfconley]

Brandy, I think all that heat is coming off Beau. What a cutie. Great video.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

TOTALLY AGREE Lisa 😍🔥

[@davidharlem6824]

What a comprehensive and professionally presented video. You guys are delightfully laid back and plan everything so well - the numbers prove it! Great video that really captures what it is to share a fabulous relationship - worth it’s weight in gold!!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

What an amazing heartfelt comment David!! We appreciate that! We are so grateful for this community!! 💜

[@MrHorsenaround]

Wow you all made such an awesome helpful video, and it was fun following you guys on your Bahamian adventure!!!! Looking good out there! We can’t wait to go. Wishing you fair winds always.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Awww thanks guys! Thank you for being apart of our adventures ⛵️😎

[@MythosGandaar]

Thank you guys for the videos, you're so helpful to those of us who research sailing and dream of going out there like you.

[@jimmarshall5453]

Governor's Harbor, Eleuthera was my favorite town there. Why don't you have a windlass?

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Thank you for this very informative video you two. Just over $800 per month is fantastic. And the experiences you have had in learning to sail are priceless. You can't buy a better vacation/classroom style of life than what you have achieved for 3 times that cost. Thank you again and keep on going! Fair winds and calm sees to you both and Oona too.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

our only regret...wish we could have started sooner! :D

[@sammyhudson7274]

Much love to you 3.

[@srqlisa7881]

The both of you are always cheerful and positive and very humble. I happy that you are living your dream. Now that long hair I just cut off 21 inches in may and it still to hot at shoulder length argggh the heat, put it up. lmao nice chat with us all. ty :) peace

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thank you so much Lisa!! We love your energy in here!! You’re great! ☀️

[@srqlisa7881]

@@BeauAndBrandy Well then the feeling is mutual then. And thank you. : )peace

[@iainlyall6475]

lovely.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thank you!!

[@susannejensen8087]

Brand new sailing too. Started sailing the Pacific Coast this year in January. We're in 1977 Islander 28

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Isn’t it the BEST?! it’s not the easiest, but it is SO fulfilling! ⛵️💜

[@barbaralane9825]

Great details - and so glad your Bahamas experience was so successful.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thank you Barbara. It was so fantastic! We can't wait to go back one day...but we have soooo much more to do

[@williamwright2183]

On to the next adventure. Great videos !

[@BeauAndBrandy]

So excited to share the next adventures :)

[@shelleymccarthy5919]

The start of the video is very cool. Great job

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thank you! All the praise goes to beau and his hard work editing and finding JUST the right music! 😍

[@TisforTech]

0:45 was epic! :)

[@karlbass7895]

TUVM!! Great info on the areas you visited and cost. Really good for planning purposes. Looking forward to season 3. Safe travels.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thanks Karl!!

[@darrellpugh6689]

following Uma lead to you, and it has been worthwhile. :)

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thanks for coming over to check us out!

[@Travelocidad]

great video guys, i miised the questions on instagram, but one thing nobody talks about is the waste tank handeling in the bahamas lol....

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Hey Antonio!! Thank you! Actually we DID mean to speak about it but accidentally skipped it on our notes. But what we found, was there are NOT a lot of services for pump outs in the islands. There are areas (Georgetown, being one) that they used to but it broke down years ago. And suffice to say some of the boats never move. So we can only assume what is happening. So don’t swim with your mouth open 🤭 we have a nature’s head toilet, so no pump outs for us.

[@Travelocidad]

@@BeauAndBrandy hahahaha i know you guys are clear from that, i will have to look into natures head, but i have heard its illegal in USA to dump it in shore, and the boat should be fitted for pumps only.

[@Josef_R]

I hope we're done saying anchorageing now.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

possibly lol. we love making up words.

[@meganote]

Nice job covering the Bahamas! And you did it for so little $$. That’s amazing. We hope to do the Bahamas next year... looking forward to it. Keep on sailing!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thanks so much!! Hope it helped give you some good insight ⛵️ hope that you make it there (and stock up beforehand better than us 😁😁)

[@meganote]

Thanks. Yes, lots good insight from your videos...much appreciated.

[@grimyjersey6499]

How come you didn't visit Chat 'n Chill?

[@dannymunoz4052]

You guys are my heroes! Would love to follow your steps.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thank you Danny! If we can do it, YOU can too!!

[@petermathewvanaardt74]

thank you guys for a very informative video. Subscribed!! I am in the process of buying a MT (tooooo much work on a sailing yacht and need to have a lot more guests than the average sailing yacht). See you out there someday!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thanks for subscribing!! 🙌 happy that this was helpful for ya! And congrats on getting your new lady soon! See ya out here 😁

[@Sirena_Edonismo]

Hi Guys, great information. Personal experiences are always the best. Glad you're enjoying your dream. Hope to be doing you soon.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Hey Paul!! Thank you!! We hope it helps a little when you start yours! 🙌

[@TheAtma50]

Great detail and well delivered ... Can't wait for VOL 3 !!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thanks Bob!! We were hoping it was going to be helpful for everyone!

[@ZebraActual]

What kind of cellular booster did you use? Excellent video btw!

[@azc9786]

Thanks guys great vid and just what I needed! Coming to buy a boat in the US in August and bring my Aussie family over in November to do the Bahamas. Quinn

[@BeauAndBrandy]

You are so welcome! That is the exact time we did our trip!! Have LOADS of fun and good experiences!

[@juliedouglas2888]

Great vlog guys.

[@mikeromeoJR787]

You guys did really good!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thanks Mike. We were pleasantly surprised!

[@CheersWarren]

Thanks for putting up with the heat and making this interesting video! Under $1000/month, impressive. Do think you could have got going sooner knowing what you know now? I was watching while you were slowly refitting Saiasoia(?) and you did seem to take your time ...... I know the electric drive suites you but are you happy you went that route?, hard question as you have nothing to compare it with. See you in season 3 , cheers Warren Ps sorry it took so long to get around to becoming a small patron..... I'm up to supporting 17 channels I think.....everyone does such a great job with videos in difficult situations you deserve all the help you can get....w.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Hey Warren! Thank you so much for joining in over in our patreon crew! We are so grateful! You’ve been along the ride all along! With helpful tips! Thank you! We think that we needed that longer time to get ready for the sail. It seems that when we left was a pretty good time for us. 100% still happy with the electric ☀️ Thank you again for being such a wonderful supporter!

[@JimJNebraska]

Great Info guys! Thanks!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

We were really hoping it would be useful!! thanks for watching!!

[@1098pete]

hey, fantastic video, you guys did great, a quick question for you, do you think Keto made the food more expensive than say someone that was not as strict on diet?

[@3174jason]

What was it both of you did in your former life? And do either of you still work from boat? Im cheating and watched this video. I binged watched nearly 50 episodes while at work yesterday. Lol. Great job both of you on the accompishments to your boat.!! I'm following my dream for now through your journey. God bless you both and may he keep you 3 safe.

[@johngossert3908]

Great info! Was wondering where you planned to head during hurricane season?

[@onthebeaches]

Ah yes...The vid we've all been jonesing for. Well, I know I have because my plan is the same as yours. Spend our first year in the Caribbean! (Fun fact,...did you know the Bahamas are not part of the Caribbean? I just learned this) Thank you SO MUCHO for putting this together and sharing. This has to be the most practical informative video I've watched in the last 2 years! PEACE OUT! ps, Thanks for the tip on the Bahamas pet permit guy. We're bringing our wild beast Typhoon, so it's nice to know how to expedite that Ü BTW..do you have these figures anywhere that I can see them on paper. Like a blog or something? THANKS!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Aww thanks!! You are so very welcome!! and yes... website coming VERY SOON :) and thats the first blog that shall be entered !!

[@michaeldenicola6725]

A great video so very informative. it is very helpful for some one thinking about sailing the Bahamas. Thank you so much for sharing. Safe sailing

[@BeauAndBrandy]

We sure hope so! Thanks for watching ⛵️

[@bilparnell]

Excellent content. Thanks for sharing!

[@julietraub2792]

Good job guys!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thanks Julie!!

[@dalltm]

Love your videos!!!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thank you so much !! So nice chatting with you!

[@JCAJCA3]

What a well done video. Very informative. GOD bless guys. JC

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thanks so much JC!!

[@jeffgriglack9624]

How much would you guess the food was supplemented by what you caught? Was catching fish or lobsters significant for you?

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Maybe 30% wish it could have been even more!

[@RogerPensacola]

Hello guys, I have couple questions, you guys planning to travel to South America or Europe? Roger from Brazil. We love your videos.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Hey Roger!! South America is on the list! Europe hasn't made it on the list YET :) Thanks so much for watching!!

[@richardcremer]

Great episode again Beau & Brandy looking forward to next 🌎⛵️👍

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Eeek!! Thanks Richard!! We are so excited to get season 3 started!

[@jasongrinnell1986]

Sooo! One think I was wonder is how much insurance cost? Does it vary? Or a risk worth taking not to have?

[@HansQuistorff]

If I just had my dream catamaran with the whole upper deck being a vegetable garden/

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Always trying to be creative on getting more veggies in here. We do sprout and are looking at more types of sprouts. It’s hard when you move a lot, but we keep on trying new things. But YES!! That would be the dream! Maybe a greenhouse!

[@todaysrealhealth8038]

And picking all the fruits on the islands. Good for energy, brain, body and skin. Greenhouse on a boat for veggies is a great idea. What a life you two have had. So happy for you and the puppy.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

@@todaysrealhealth8038 in the bahamas, sadly we didn't find fruit to be in abundant picking. Coconut trees are even hard to come by. most fruits and veggies are imported in. During the summer months it may be a little better, but we didn't find a lot in the winter. We've heard further south we go its better.

[@robertalexander2478]

Hey can I follow you in my boat one season, so I can learn the terrain? I can provide video, pictures and drone shots for your videos

[@BeauAndBrandy]

LOL! We do need more drone footage 😃

[@robertalexander2478]

@@BeauAndBrandy I'll contact you when I'm near finished with my Hunter Cherubini 33, [e-mail]

[@dennismacdonald2003]

Great informative video. Keep up the great adventure, as soon as thru panama canal i might try it out

[@BeauAndBrandy]

So happy you found it helpful! We can't wait for season 3!! its going to be AWESOME!!

[@cjsweeting7]

Did you get a chance to go to Harbour Island..??

[@BeauAndBrandy]

we unfortunately didn't.

[@eriknulty6392]

but how do you 2 keep money coming in while cruising???

[@TwoGetLost]

Thanks for this video, so informative

[@ontiltsailingdalehudson7170]

Are you coming back to the states for the summer, or going right down to the lower caribbean? Where are you spending hurricane season?

[@BeauAndBrandy]

We are heading south!! :) grenada is looking like our hurricane plan.

[@ontiltsailingdalehudson7170]

@@BeauAndBrandy Bravo!!!! No wonder it was so hot in your boat!

[@mikepershing4196]

Thanks for sharing. We enjoy your positive energy. $817.50 per month is pretty good, we are wondering - what do you do for income to cover the expenses?

[@BeauAndBrandy]

We do have a online job for keto that we work on the side along with the bit we earn from the movie making :) and our amazing support crew at patreon that helps!

[@robertshelton4691]

Ok, but what did the boat cost? I would think you could average that cost over 3-4 years or ?

[@BeauAndBrandy]

A whopping $2,200 😉

[@jpiz224]

Wow it's been 6 months already. Whens the next time you you'll be in Florida.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

i know!! we were just saying... its FLYING by! and we don't have any solid plans for a visit back to the states with in the next year.. especially on Saoirse.

[@JConk007]

Anchorageing ? Wait is that a word? :) Love you guys!, awesome video! few more years and its a done deal Uma is my second favorite channel ;) And who needs keto in the sauna (ps down 37lbs!) keep em comin !!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

haha. like our made up words? we have so many. lol. Thanks so much for watching! and keep on that healthy track! Way to GOOOO!!!

[@robertadamsmetaldetecting6324]

Man you can barely take a cruise ship for what you spent in six months! That is amazing! Never stop Living!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

We were pretty surprised. Especially if that is a cruise to Alaska! #beentheredonethat

[@chrisd6053]

Love u all

[@BeauAndBrandy]

😍😍😍

[@RoryL83]

loved watching you two!! $817 a month is a bargain!!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Awe thanks Rory!! YES! when we did the numbers we were shocked that we hadn't spent more!

[@CHRIS198490]

will you sail around the world ?

[@BeauAndBrandy]

maybe not COMPLETELY, but our sights are set on south pacific.

[@srqlisa7881]

Getting closer to 10k yeah. ;) peace

[@BeauAndBrandy]

SOOOOO EXCITING! 😁😁🙌🙌

[@neemguy81]

That is A LOT cheaper than I thought it would be!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

surprisingly us too!!

[@penlavits3305]

How much is it i don't have enough time to watch the full video

[@penlavits3305]

No worries was able to find the Grand total 4905 per month

[@neemguy81]

@@penlavits3305 no, it was less than 900.

[@penlavits3305]

@@neemguy81 Thanks

[@todaysrealhealth8038]

Where do you live when not in the Bahamas? Do you guys work?

[@BeauAndBrandy]

We are full time live aboard and have no home base at the moment ;). It we are from Florida. And yes we have a online business that we can do from anywhere.

[@edsondantas7179]

Lindos cabelos lindos gosto de você e o amigo vocês cão excelente fica com deus e um bom ventos

[@pavichapin]

All cruisers need to get their grandmother to teach them how to can fresh vegetables.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

I really wish I would have paid attention when my grandmother was canning!! It sure would have been SUPER HELPFUL!

[@chrisbell9319]

first thumbs up!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

HECK YA!!! thanks buddy!! :D

[@TobeyKai]

sailing

[@SailingPachamama]

comment

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thanks for the comment guys ☀️⛵️

[@justinplaysguitar]

Man she is beautiful

[@edsondantas7179]

Parabéns para o lindo casal maraviloso gosto muito deste amigo e está linda modelo e atriz e bilarina

[@BelieveTruthDisbelieveFallacy]

First! :)

[@BeauAndBrandy]

winner winner chicken dinner!!

[@edsondantas7179]

Você é muito linda e muito bonita de biguini gosti

[@edsondantas7179]

Quer ver gatinha você fazendo um lindo top lesse ?

[@erichyney6287]

89.00 dollars for six months of laundry. Bullshit meter just went through the roof. What, you didn't have to buy detergent or fabric softer. You never used a taxi to, get you two too, the laundry room. What??? you guys only get to use two outfits a week. No money was spent on the gasoline for the dinghy. Too get you two , to the laundry room. You need to go back and really look at your numbers...... P.s.. When your doing that. I'll be checking for all the grammar mistakes in my post..;)

[@BeauAndBrandy]

You heard it correctly. 89 on the laundry cost was for the machine use. And the detergent was wrapped in the grocery bill. Because no one has time to break all of that info out. And no transport was used in getting to the laundry machines bc most were at the marinas we were anchored near... we could use theirs (as we mentioned in the video). And we told you how much we spent on the dinghy gas, which included those trips getting us to the laundry machines...bc again how are we going to break that cost out? Hope that fixes the setting on your bullshit meter for you ;) thanks for watching. Hope that it was helpful to find out that it truly can be affordable way to visit the islands!

[@franganmacloud8046]

Woman tampons?

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Brandy uses a diva cup. So no money is spent on tampons. But they are available in the bigger stores.

[@Mr12frod]

Great Job, thanks for the info.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thank you frank!! And you are very welcome 😁