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This is waltz blog We sailed from jost van dyke to gorda sound over two days. The sailing was great averaged about five knots Actually sailed into gorda sound between the channel marks doing seven an a half knots Spent are first night at anchor there in the sound Kp tried windsurfing but there was little wind this morning This afternoon we motor sailed to the baths and almost drown getting ashore We failed to notice the red flag warning for swell But it was great we had it all to are selves... read more


We woke up early for our adventure of the day and went to visit The Baths Natural Park. The Baths are a collection of hundreds of giant boulders at the SE point of the island. They form spectacular pools and grottos that fill with water at high tide. Its incredible for photos …just if the park would close to the public. Fee is $3 per person and only a short cab ride from the marina. It has a few shops and a restaurant at the top with an incredible view of the Caribbean islands.... read more
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After lunch we did a one-tank scuba dive at a site called the Visibles located West of the dog islands and known for the series of caves, ledges, shallow tunnels and overhangs. I saw some snapper, squirrelfish and barracudas. The site is rich in stags of fire coral that make it look like an orange landscape making the access difficult to the macro life. I saw beautiful green tunicates that I have never seen before. Then we packed up the boat quickly and headed on a 45nm ride back to St. Thomas in 2hr and 40 minutes. We finish the day with a wonderful dinner at “Oceana” one of the best restaurants with a view in St. Thomas. Now we sit for about eight days til the seas ease up.... read more
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Excellent sail this morning from cane garden with knots of speed. Hit up marina caydoor lunch then a quick motor on over to trellis bay, famous for the full moon parties where they set giant metal balls on fire. Missed the last party this time. Getting an early night and then off to virgen gorda tomorrow to the bitter end yacht club.... read more
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Leaving cane garden as the cruise ships look set to be arriving here today. Headed up to monkey point for some snorkeling and sailing. Another beautiful day here. Looks like we may get some rain though.... read more


The hike starts at sea level stepping up through the wild bush and up stony steps into openings that lead to two main look outs with stunning views of the islands and clear Caribbean water. The hike loops down to the start point. After a big breakfast the Wasabi went out on a sea quest mission to bring some lobsters for dinner with no luck. The lobsters are taken by the commercial fishermen who sell exclusively to the restaurants in the minimum amount of 300 lobsters. We offered 100 bucks for 6 lobsters and were turned down. With no catch we went to the resorts restaurant that offers and incredible seafood buffet. The risotto ‘a-la-cart' was the highlight. I had strawberry homemade sorbet and fat free de-caf cappuccino to end the day...that explains how I gained ... read more
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Left the west end Sunday for jost van dyke. Spent the night there and then sailed to cane garden bay. Dinghiedaround for snorkel this afternoon and now off to dinner on the beach.... read more


We left Peter Island behind us at noon right after owners and crew did the hike to the highest point of the island. We cruised the spectacular Sir Francis Drake Channel south of Tortola and along Salt, Cooper and Ginger Island towards Virgin Gorda. We logged 10nm in 1hour and 20 minutes and burned 174 gallons of fuel.... read more
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We hiked to the highest point in the Island called the Eagle Nest around the Sunset Loop for spectacular views.... read more
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Yum dinner to finish the day We made our traditional Wahoo sashimi in the galley for appetizer with a nice bottle of wine and then the boss treated the crew to the resort’s restaurant for a delicious meal at the island.... read more
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