I didn't realize the squeeze on businesses. Wish the cruisers would spend more at the local businesses. I guess the taxis and tours make out the best. The article comparing the port fee situation to OPEC was very interesting and makes sense.

The first time I heard about cruisers not spending money was from Andy at the Surf Club South when they first moved to Orient Beach. He said they would stuff themselves on the ship and then just buy some drinks from him. Andy was truly a visionary.

We still visit Front Street about once a week while on the island. Maybe lucky but we never have a problem parking at Bobbie's Marina next to the Greenhouse. Does not cost much and you get a little exercise. For more exercise we park at Chesterfields.

Jim