Sunday, March 18, 2012

Cocoa to New Smyrna Beach


Cocoa Marina Village was a pleasant two night stop, with an easy two-block walk into the Cocoa Historic Village with restaurants and interesting shops. Being that it was St. Patrick's Day, we headed out to the local bar and grill "Murdock's Bistro" for some live music and fried chicken and burgers. The local color was the best part.


We left the marina this morning at 8:00 a.m. heading towards Titusville and on to New Smyrna Beach for two nights. The friendly, almost sleepy port city of New Smyrna Beach makes it's appearance on the ICW south of the Ponce de Leon Inlet and is a popular stopover between Daytona and Titusville. Before I forget, under each day's post our location has changed from the Lat / Long to the location name. Click on the place where we are and it will take you to the google map where we are. High tech huh?







Most cruising visitors dock at Smyrna Beach Marina, which graces the shores of New Smyrna Beach. There is a laid-back Bohemian feel to this marina that is far more reminiscent of the Florida Keys than the upper east coast of the Sunshine State.


We pulled in, tied up, and I just found out there is an Oyster Bar on Canal Street. A perfect ending to another great day!

7 comments:

  1. Hi Bob and Ivy,

    We're loving reading about your adventure! Bon Voyage! Love, Andrew, Kristin and Cole

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  2. You guys look great. This is the trip of a lifetime and am enjoying following along. If you need a deckhand, let me know.
    Jim and Tina

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    1. Jim. What we really need is a cook. Can I sign you up? Ivy

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  3. Carol and Dick on GustoMarch 19, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    So enjoying taking this trip with you via your blog. Sorry we missing seeing Karma go north past Gusto!!! Stay Safe- love to the kitties too---from Carol and Dick and Annie on s/v Gusto!!! @ Delray Beach Marina

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  4. I told Tina's stepmom, Morie, about your trip. She lives in Myrtle Beach. If you crave some southern home cooking, she would love to have you visit.

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