We are on a short cruise vacation, and just wanted to give a shout out to Hilifax Harbor Marina (Daytona) Well protected, floating docks, super nice helpers. Last time we came through this way we stayed at new Smyrna, which was ok for a night, but this one is good for short or long stay.
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01-17-2021 05:04 PM #1Senior Member
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Halifax Harbor Marina
Prometheus
1978 53' MY Hull #529
Viera, FL
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01-19-2021 08:09 PM #2
Re: Halifax Harbor Marina
Glad to hear you had a good stay at HHM. Its been our home base over the last decade. Straight shot to the Abacos out of Ponce Inlet. NSB is a sleepy beach town community but they do not have have anything like HHM. Another great place for a stay is Hammock Beach Marina in Palm Coast. As part of the Marina, they also have a beach resort w/an unbelievable amount of amenities.
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David
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01-20-2021 04:00 PM #3Senior Member
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Re: Halifax Harbor Marina
How difficult a trip is it straight to the Abacos from Daytona Beach?
Prometheus
1978 53' MY Hull #529
Viera, FL
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01-20-2021 05:47 PM #4
Re: Halifax Harbor Marina
With a good weather window, it is an easy trip. From Ponce Inlet to Powell Cay Channel (between Spanish and Powell Cay) its two waypoints, approx 250 NM. The hardest part is getting across the gulf stream. Coming back is faster as you pick up speed from the stream.
The alternative is Ponce -> Ft Pierce -> on the Bank at Mantanilla Shoal -> Little Sale -> Spanish/GTC
Have done both many times, both have their pros/cons.Best regards,
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David
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01-20-2021 07:24 PM #5Senior Member
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Re: Halifax Harbor Marina
I have not run Ponce inlet. Is it fairly straightforward if you come the new Smyrna way? Thanks
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01-20-2021 08:33 PM #6
Re: Halifax Harbor Marina
Yes, straight forward. Keep it between the buoys and you’ll be fine. Coming around the north side (Daytona) of disappearing island to the inlet is not advisable without local knowledge. Any questions, reach out to SeaTow or TowBoat they are always glad to advise on any current problematic areas or shoaling.
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David
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01-21-2021 12:36 PM #7Senior Member
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01-21-2021 03:19 PM #9Senior Member
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Re: Halifax Harbor Marina
Wow. That's cool!
Prometheus
1978 53' MY Hull #529
Viera, FL