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800-321-3000, $280 EP. The Ocean Spray Hotel, Box N-3035, Nassau, 800-327-0787, $90 EP. The Orange Hill Beach 800-327-0787, $90 EP. Inn, Box N-8583, camping san luis obispo Nassau, Paradise Island Fun 800-952-2426, $200 EP. Club, Box SS-6249, Nassau,

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up the bulk of traffic. Yachts and cruisers in all sizes range from little Hobie Cats to multi-million-dollar mega-yachts. The close proximity to the Florida mainland makes the crossing possible camping san luis obispo for sailors of even limited experience. Boating facilities are plentiful, diverse, and spread throughout the islands. You ll find marinas and anchorages listed throughout this book.

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