Exploring the world on a Vancouver 36
General musings about our life aboard a 36 foot sailboat. Logbook entries from both of us as we explore the world
After an eventful crossing of the Gulf Stream from Bermuda, we reach the New York Bight and set anchor at Coney Island. We explore Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and the Gold Coast along Long Island Sound before continuing on towards Cape Cod.
Continue reading “Back to the USA – Exploring New York!”
After over 3 years in the tropics, we finally headed north in search of cooler temperatures. We left St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands and aimed for the tiny archipelago of Bermuda situated in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Our short stay on the island was filled with unique flora, fauna, foods and fun and offered us a chance to relax between two long passages en route to the US East coast.
Continue reading “Bermudiful”
After over four months in Puerto Rico we were ready to move on to new cruising grounds. But the prime season for crossing to Bermuda was still a month away, so we island hopped to eastward to explore the beautiful waters of the US Virgin Islands (and dodge the cruise ships that visit there). Though the islands of the USVI’s are less than 100NM east of Puerto Rico, the vibe was entirely different.
Continue reading “Goodbye Puerto Rico, Hello Virgin Islands!”
In February we welcomed both my dad and Nic’s family for a relaxing beach vacation in Puerto Rico. We rented a house and a mini van and spent two weeks visiting nearby towns along the west and south coast, exploring flavorful restaurants and bakeries, and hiking verdant trails to gorgeous beaches and stunning waterfalls. This post contains photos taken by family members as well. Thanks for making and sharing such great memories!
Continue reading “Watch out, the family is here!”
Our arrival in Puerto Rico coincided with the seasonal return of the easterly Trade Winds, so we sought shelter on the west side of the island. There we recuperated from the long passage and began exploring our new surroundings.
Continue reading “The Trade Winds Have Begun”