We have been remiss in posting updates lately, partially because we have been busy running the boat, partially because we have had limited access to internet, and mostly because we have been enjoying the company of friends & family that have flown in to visit us.
El Yunque Rain Forest, Puerto Rico
Prior to departing the mainland of Puerto Rico, we had the opportunity and pleasure of travelling inland to visit El Yunque National Rain Forest where we spent the day hiking and swimming.
El Yunque is the only tropical rain forest in the U.S. National Forest System and was well worth the day long exploration.
When the next appropriate weather window presented itself, we set a coarse east stopping first in Ensenada Honda, Culebra, in The Spanish Virgin Islands; next in Francis Bay, St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands; and then on to Sopper’s Hole where we cleared immigration and customs in the British Virgin Islands (BVI).
Having bareboat chartered in the BVI on two previous occasions, we experienced yet another surreal moment after clearing in to the BVIs in our own boat. Familiar with the islands from prior visits we immediately set off for some of our favored destinations.
Pilot’s Discretion moored in front of The Last Resort, Bellamy Cay, Trellise Bay
Trellis Bay, Beef Island was our next stop as it is a 5 minute easy access walk from the airport for visiting guests. Of couse no stop in Trellis Bay would be complete without visiting The Last Resort on Bellamy Cay in the middle of the Bay.
Next we crossed the Sir Francis Drake Channel to Great Harbor, Peter Island. Great Harbor is less frequented by charter boats and we enjoyed a quiet evening at Ocean’s Seven restaurant ashore, and the solitude of only a few other boats moored around us.
No trip to the BVI for visiting guests would be complete without stopping at The Bight at Norman Cay. From there, we snorkeled the Indians and the caves at Treasure Point, and also visited Pirates and the infamous William Thorton’s (a.k.a. Willy T’s).
We are currently tucked in at Nanny Cay Marina which is headquarters to several large charter companies. As such, it is a full service marina with a hotel and resort-style amenities on premises, making it another good spot for meeting visiting guests. It’s mid-island location on the south side of Tortola also makes it an ideal location for island hopping.
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- Nanny Cay Marina, Tortola, B.V.I.
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- Nanny Cay Marina pool, Tortola, B.V.I.
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- Nanny Cay Marina, Tortola, B.V.I.
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- Nanny Cay Marina, Tortola, B.V.I.
We still have much more of the BVI to explore and are looking forward to sharing additional updates on our journey as time and internet access allows.
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Glad to hear that your trip is going so well and that the reality of the adventure is living up to your dream. All that planning is paying off! We loved the new pictures, and Duke wishes he were sitting next to Randy and Patton enjoying the spectacular scenery and sunsets. We wish you continued safe cruising and look forward to hearing about your next adventures.
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I love living this adventure with you Randy and the boys, (dog too). I was in that rain forest in P.R. many years ago with Uncle Chip and friends.. It was wonderful. We met the singing nuns there. Tell you the story some day.
Can’t wait for more. Love to all.
Aunt Joan
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Joan, The rain forest was great. We did not spot any singing nuns, but there were loads of singing croqui frogs!
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Wow, nice post. It’s great to see the pictures and I am happy to see that Patton seems to be doing well. Say hi to the boys for us! I love the BVI too, but it must be really great for you to be there with your own boat after using the charter facilities in the past.
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Mike, We did the Indians at your recommendation. Splendid indeed!
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I enjoy the excitement of you adventures. I do have a professional question to ask so can you send me a personal email to pjleestkd@gmail.com ? I don’t have your email address.
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