Boats of a certain age will almost always be in need of a refit. here’s how we are refitting our 15-year old 45 foot sloop (published […]
The 15-year Refit
Port Antonio, Jamaica
18°11 N, 076°27 W (published October 2013) Is it too much to claim that Port Antonio, Jamaica, is one of the most overlooked highlights of the […]
Panama to the Galapagos Islands
Part I: The mighty Pacific Ocean shows its serene and tender disposition (published October 2013) Having crossed the Atlantic via the “Milk Run” aboard our 1981 […]
Heavy Metal
Things to consider when purchasing a windlass (published September 2013) Marinas and moorings are convenient, but sooner or later you may wish to venture further afield, […]
The Snubber
A simple piece of cruising equipment with a big job (published September 2013) It was around 3 a.m. and I awoke to a building breeze pushing […]
Which Island is the Best?
Experienced Caribbean Island hoppers answer an unexpected question (published September 2013) Get a group of cruisers together and the word “best” will be mentioned frequently: the […]
Portobelo, Panama
09° 33′ 0″ N 79° 39′ 0″ W (published August 2013) Panama’s Portobelo is a gem of a place, the perfect intermediary stop between the San […]
Sailing Expeditions
From learn-t0-voyage experiences to Antarctic adventures, there are lots of ways to fill your sea boots with salt water (published August 2013) Most of us don’t […]
A World of Opportunities
Flotillas are a great way to enjoy a sailing vacation in destinations worldwide (published August 2013) Just outside English Harbour, Antigua, Jill and I raised the […]
Fishing Bay, Orcas Island
In the San Juan Islands, unplanned anchorages can often be the best 48° 41.5′ N 122° 54.4′ W (published July 2013) Go cruising and you usually […]