However, we don't live in an ideal world, and there are no doubt many people who wish the commercial facilities at the north end of the New Jersey turnpike were somewhere else, too. The fact is that this thriving port provides work and more opportunity for the local population than other islands whose only attributes are reefs and beautiful sandy beaches. Bay and Piscadera, but they are much more isolated and therefore less accessible to transport, supplies and so on. The buses are frequent and inexpensive and go all over the island. Taxis are expensive.
Car rentals are available at U.S. prices.
The atmosphere in the anchorage is very friendly, and visitors are always made welcome. There are many small peninsulas and islets which create a lee if the wind is blowing a bit. The wind is constant and worth remarking on because it's a blessing in more ways than one. I said there were a few marinas in Spanish Water, but most are full of local vessels and you might not be able to tie up. Kima Kalki Marina at the northwest end of Spanish Water can take boats up to 50 feet and nine foot draft.