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…
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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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Investment Thesis – Learn How to Tell A story
I recently spent quite a bit of time speaking with former Wall Street colleagues who are in equity research, institutional sales and investment banking as well as chief investment officers at some of the largest family offices. A common theme amongst my capital markets buddies’ is the perception many new equity research analysts, have not…
The Hive Genie on Make Me a Millionaire Inventor
On November 10, 2016, I appeared on Season 2 Episode 206 of CNBC’s Make Me a Millionaire Inventor, which aired at 10pm Eastern immediately following Shark Tank. The company I was asked to evaluate was Hive Genie, which provides equipment and software solutions for commercial beekeepers. It’s total solution monitor the health and welfare of…
Watch Me as Investor on Make Me a Millionaire Inventor on November 10th
I will appear as an investor on Make Me a Millionaire Investor, which airs Thursday nights on CNBC.