I had my Starlink Mini set up at Cooper Island Beach Club (CIBC) in the BVI, and it worked flawlessly. While CIBC does offer WiFi, it’s only available at the rum bar—meaning there’s no internet access at the main restaurant, on the beach, or anywhere else open to the public. That’s why I always bring…
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Cruising into Wildflower Country: A Spring Day at Hagerman Wildlife Refuge
There’s something about a Texas spring that just begs for a spontaneous drive and a good pair of walking shoes. With the sun shining and the wildflowers popping, Liz and I decided to head north for a peaceful day at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, tucked along the shores of Lake Texoma. We loaded up the…
MIA Connection Time – From Landing to Steak in 38 Minutes! ✈️🥩
Ever wonder how long it takes to connect through Miami International Airport (MIA)? We put it to the test on Monday when our American Airlines flight from Tortola (EIS) landed at Gate D3 at 4:07 PM. With a tight connection, we moved quickly but didn’t rush—and we didn’t even need to use the CLEAR lane…
Our New Cooper Island Strategy… and It Works! ⛵️
(Well, it works for us anyway!) In February 2025, we tested out a new approach to snagging a mooring ball at Cooper Island Beach Club (CIBC)—and it worked like a charm. Instead of stressing over the ultra-competitive BoatyBallp or FCFS balls at Cooper, we booked a backup ball at Marina Cay, which tends to be…
First Ride with Maverick PCA: My Inaugural All Member Tour
Today I had the pleasure of attending my very first All Member Tour with the Maverick PCA as a new member—and what a fantastic experience it was! The morning started with a quick stop at the DIY car wash to get my Porsche Macan S looking sharp. I had just hand-washed it four days ago,…
Marina Cay to The Moorings Base – Wrapping Up Another BVI Adventure ⛵🌴
Last day of sailing in the BVI. We left Marina Cay a little after 11 AM and headed toward The Moorings Base in Road Town. It was a beautiful downwind sail with steady 10-12 knot winds—nothing crazy, just a smooth, relaxing ride. A few jibes, and before we knew it, we were sailing past the…
Refined Relaxation and Farewell at Peter Island ⛵🌴🍽️
We left The Bight at Norman Island this morning around 11 AM, taking our time since we were heading to Peter Island, just under an hour away. It’s Antonio and Tia’s last night, so we wanted to keep it close to the Moorings base in Road Town, Tortola. Plus, we enjoyed our stay here last…
Returning to Peter Island: A Nostalgic and Luxurious Experience
Peter Island Marina Pool We recently visited Peter Island in February 2025, just months after its long-anticipated reopening. This island has always held a special place in our hearts—Deadman’s Bay was the very first anchorage we dropped a hook in during our honeymoon, which also happened to be our first bareboat charter in the Caribbean….
A typical Day at The Soggy Dollar May 26, 2024
In May of 2024, we spent the morning sailing from Anegada to Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke. The light winds made it a longer trip than expected, but once our catamaran Why Knot was firmly secured to a mooring ball, we took a taxi to the famous Soggy Dollar Bar on White Bay. This beach…
🌊✨ Efoiling Fun at the Bitter End! ✨🌊
In November of 2024, 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 Lou’s first time and my second attempt, and we couldn’t have asked for a better instructor than Naia! 🙌…