Bimini to $29 Million

Bimini is the westernmost district of the Bahamas and comprises a chain of islands located about 50 miles due east of Miami. Bimini is the closest point in the Bahamas to the mainland United States. The island is laden with history – During the period of Prohibition in the United States, Bimini was a favorite haven and supply point for the rum-running trade. Some claim that the term “the real McCoy” was applied to the rum provided by William S. McCoy, who used Bimini to transport whiskey to America during the Prohibition. Another historical note – Juan Ponce de Leon referenced Bimini during his search for the Fountain of Youth. Although de León’s expedition brought him to Florida, the fountain was rumored to exist within the shallow pools of South Bimini. 

Following the Gulf Stream crossing, Queen’s Dream and her crew enjoyed the quaint island of Bimini for 2 days. No fountain of youth was discovered. QD departed the dock on April 28th and sailed a full day across the Great Bahama Bank to the Berry Islands. Her hulls came to rest in a protected inlet of Chub Cay. The following day, she moved 17 miles further into the Berrys to a secluded anchorage between Whale Cay and Little Whale Cay. During the anchorage research, it was revealed that Little Whale Cay is for sale. For the low price of only $29M, the 40-acre island can be purchased. The crew dug deep into the stores on board and determined there was a severe shortage of gold. The anchor was pulled the following morning and departed without making an offer for the property. Queen’s Dream left the Berry Islands behind and headed for the fabled Pirate haven of the Nassau area. Just perhaps, enough pirate treasure can be secured to buy an island!