I just returned from two incredible weeks in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), and I have to say, it was everything I needed and more! The first week was pure leisure with my wife, Liz, and the second week I dove into earning my International Proficiency Certificate to sail in the Mediterranean. Talk about combining fun with purpose! Flight Drama:…
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šāØ Efoiling Fun at Bitter End! āØš
Lou and I decided to mix things up with some eFoiling lessons at BVI eFoil, located at the stunning Bitter End Yacht Club in the North Sound of Virgin Gorda. It was Louās first time and my second attempt, and we couldnāt have asked for a better instructor than Naia! š She promised weād be up and foiling by the…
Farewell Sail in Paradise: Until We Return, BVI
Our farewell sail in paradise in March 2024 until our next trip to the BVI.Ā We slipped the lines at about 9am then set sail from the North Sound of Virgin Gorda back to theĀ Moorings base at Wickhamās Cay in Roadtown, Tortola British Virgin Islands.Ā Itās about a 4+ hour sail given the forecast for light winds. We raised…
A Day Immersed in History: Exploring the Heart of Washington, D.C.
Thereās something special about walking the streets of Washington, D.C., where every corner is steeped in history. This city holds the stories of struggle, perseverance, leadership, and sacrifice that helped shape our nation. On a recent trip, we spent the day exploring some of the most iconic landmarksāand it was both humbling and inspiring. Lincoln Memorial: A Symbol of Unity…
Taking T-Mobile Internet on the Road: My Experience
As someone who works at the office as well as remotely and splits time between my home office and life on the water, staying connected is critical. At home, I use two WANs to minimize downtime: Spectrum Internet via coaxial cable and T-Mobile Residential Wireless Internet. And in case both fail, I have a third backupāStarlink with a Regional Roam…
Relaxing at Typsy by Anne at Cow Wreck Beach n Anegada in BVI
Another day in paradise at Typsy Ann at Cow Wreck Beach, Anegada. This gem in the British Virgin Islands remains our go-to spot for uninterrupted relaxation. A stark contrast to yesterdayās spring break hustle, today greeted us with serene solitude. We reveled in having the beach to ourselves, a rare treat. The crystalline waters stretched out before us, blending seamlessly…
How to Improve Your Bareboat Sailing Charter Experience
When you bareboat charter in the Caribbean or anywhere else, remember these are boats ā¦ and theyāre in saltwater š – if you havenāt found something broken yet, you probably just havenāt noticed it. Saltwater is tough on vessels, and maintenance is a continuous part of the sailing experience. So how do you improve your charter experience? I get it,…
Charter Experience with the Moorings
There are pros and cons to chartering with both large and small companies. Itās crucial to weigh what matters most to you, as there isnāt a one-size-fits-all answer in yacht chartering, which is contrary to what many may say. āµ Since the late 1980s, weāve been chartering with the Moorings throughout the Caribbean. In fact, weāve been on 4 two-week…
Testing Starlink in My Car While on the Interstate
Over the last year, we’ve used Starlink on four separate two-week trips to the Caribbean. š“āµ It has worked flawlessly, whether we were sailing underway or anchored, with the dish mounted on our catamaranās cockpit. . š¤ To test this, we mounted our Starlink dish on my car and drove 25+ minutes on the interstate and back. š The dish…
BVI vs Exumas – One thing to Consider
š We woke up ready to slip the lines from our mooring ball and set sail for Compass Cay to swim with their friendly nurse sharks š¦. We also planned to stop at Pig Beach to visit the famous swimming pigs on Big Majors š·. But when I started the port engines, the starboard engine gave us nothingāno power to…