Mary and Paul, For answers to your questions on the Bahamas: 1. The channel into Alice Town has been a problem for several years. It is not "closed", however, check with locals for the latest change if you go in there. 2. Chub Cay Marina is still closed for major renovation not do to damage in a hurricane in 2005. It is scheduled to reopen in March 2006. You don't say when you are going there. 3. There is no conflict on how much alcohol you can take to the Bahamas. Unlike the US or Canada, the Bahamas does not restrict how much alcohol you bring as long as it is for your own consumption. (not for resale) 4. The current fee to enter is still $300 for six months. Bob Skipper Bob Publications Http://SkipperBob.home.att.net