Our farewell sail in paradise in March 2024 until our next trip to the BVI. We slipped the lines at about 9am then set sail from the North Sound of Virgin Gorda back to the Moorings base at Wickham’s Cay in Roadtown, Tortola British Virgin Islands. It’s about a 4+ hour sail given the forecast for light winds. We raised…
Category: History
A Day Immersed in History: Exploring the Heart of Washington, D.C.
There’s 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 landmarks—and 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 backup—Starlink with a Regional Roam…
How to Improve Your Bareboat Sailing Charter Experience
When you bareboat charter in the Caribbean or anywhere else, remember these are boats … and they’re in saltwater 🌊 – if you haven’t found something broken yet, you probably just haven’t 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. It’s crucial to weigh what matters most to you, as there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer in yacht chartering, which is contrary to what many may say. ⛵ Since the late 1980s, we’ve been chartering with the Moorings throughout the Caribbean. In fact, we’ve 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. 🌴⛵ It has worked flawlessly, whether we were sailing underway or anchored, with the dish mounted on our catamaran’s cockpit. . 🚤 To test this, we mounted our Starlink dish on my car and drove 25+ minutes on the interstate and back. 🚗 The dish…
BVI vs Exumas – One thing to Consider
🌅 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 🦈. We also planned to stop at Pig Beach to visit the famous swimming pigs on Big Majors 🐷. But when I started the port engines, the starboard engine gave us nothing—no power to…
A Memorable Evening at Restaurant Kronenhalle, Zurich: A Culinary Delight
I am thrilled to share with you an exceptional dining experience that Mike, Liz, A’Lisa, Emily, Chris, and I had at the renowned Restaurant Kronenhalle in Zurich. Trust me when I say that this is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking culinary perfection, attentive service, and an unforgettable atmosphere. From the moment we stepped into Restaurant Kronenhalle, we were enveloped…
Saving a Damsel in Distress on Liberty St
March 31, 2022 while walking down Liberty Street in the Historic District of Savannah Georgia, the Cruising Buddies Men witnessed a vehicle hit the center median. It didn’t look good as the vehicle jumped up and we saw a puff of debris so we just had to help. The vehicle pulled over to investigate so we walked over to take…
Exploring the British Virgin Islands
The British Virgin Islands, or BVI, are a popular destination for sailors and yachtsmen from all over the world. With crystal-clear waters, stunning scenery, and a relaxed island lifestyle, it’s no wonder why this beautiful chain of islands has long been a favorite among crewed and bareboat sailors. I recently had the opportunity to embark on a sailing trip to…