Was a beautiful day on the boat with Captain Ryan and First Mate Dre. Unfortunately, the fish weren’t biting all that much but Captain Ryan worked hard to get us on ‘em. We lost one barracuda, but did end up catching another along with a spanish mackerel and a couple of other little fish. The barracuda we did catch was a very fun fight and with the few other fish, each of us got at least one turn trying to reel one in. The company was great and the day was beautiful so I would definitely recommend this trip to others looking to try it and would go again myself for another try in the gorgeous Bahamian waters.

Also, best of luck to Dre on a career in music!

The cab ride from Atlantis to the marina was 25$ and not far away (just fyi) . I didnt realize they did not accept American Express, so remember visa or MC only! The crew went out of their way to take us back to Atlamtis for my correct card and return us to Atlantis after 4 hrs.  We fished for 4 hours out front of the resort. Very very very little size and few fish. Tried trolling for 2hrs then reef for 2hrs. We have never been on a charter in these waters and /or off the FL coast and not caught fish. Maybe just bad timing. They captain and 1st mate were both very nice and professional and tried for success.

The crew were really kind and accommodating to my family and I.  We all know that nobody can guarantee anything in this sport so it’s no one’s fault that things were slow. As a guy who knows the sport and runs a business: there are a few gentle recommendations:

1) vary your bait when bottom fishing.

2) your gear is old and failing.  The swivel literally broke off during a shark fight and two of your rods didn’t function and were coated in salt.

3) if you promise beer to a client,  take the time to get it. It’s the little details that mean the most to clients paying $800+ for a private charter.

4) if you’re going to sub out your work, inform your subcontractor about what you’re targeting. You assured us we’d target barracuda and shark. You need to prepare for this by gathering your baits, chum, and rigs ahead of time to maximize the 4 hr inshore experience for clients.  This wasn’t what happened today. 

5) I understand Keith is trying to make a living but paying attention to detail,  especially if you’re charging a premium and Fishingbooker is putting they’re stamp on the transaction,  is really important.

We took a 6 hour fishing, spearfishing, and turtle snorkel with Capt. Keith, Mr. Ron, and Mr. Carey, our spearfishing guide.

Everyone had an amazing time!  They pointed out cool things on our way to each destination.  Fishing was exciting, especially because we couldn’t manage to reel in the big ones, they would get off the hook each time, it sure was a great time struggling with them! 

Carey also brought us on an island, showed us a cabin up on a hill and the peacocks **hidden content** there!  We didn’t catch anything spearfishing,  but we learned how to use a Hawaiian sling, and how to search for fish.  My 12 year old loved it!  We saw a lot of fish and it was great snorkeling along the rocks in search of big fish to spear. 

Ron took us on the turtle snorkel.  He pointed out other cool fish and snails in the water.  The turtles were amazing.  Just as we were getting back on he yelled, big turtle.  I swam to it and was able to swim over and along side it, it was as big as me and it was amazing swimming next to such a beautiful turtle. 

We were taken back at how each of the guys made sure we had a great experience!  Our lunch was delicious as well.