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Hassel Island, USVI

Hassel Island, located in the US Virgin Islands near St. Thomas, is a historic and scenic destination for boating and sailing enthusiasts. Known for…

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From left: Brian Lane, Fatty, Judy Knape, and Carolyn Goodlander aboard Ganesh in Singapore… 40+ years after they met on St. Thomas, USVI

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Judy Knape: The Legendary Figurehead of the Caribbean Marine Industry

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Julian Putley Remembers August ‘Augie’ Hollen: Innovative Builder of Cowhorn Schooners

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Two Thousand Miles To Brazil: Part 2

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Colorful as a Conch Horn – Solid as a Lignum Block

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★ All At Sea Reader Awards

Best Waterfront Bar — US Virgin Islands

25 bars competing · ranked by reader votes

1 The Slushy Sailors Water Island 49% Vote
2 Tap & Still Havensight St. Thomas 14% Vote
3 Skinny Legs Bar & Grill St. John 8% Vote
4 Maho Crossroads St. John 3% Vote
5 The Beach Bar Cruz Bay St. John 3% Vote
6 Island Time Pub St. Thomas 3% Vote
7 Blackbeard's Castle St. Thomas 2% Vote
8 Heidi's Hilltop Grill St. Thomas 2% Vote

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About Hassel Island, USVI

Hassel Island, located in the US Virgin Islands near St. Thomas, is a historic and scenic destination for boating and sailing enthusiasts. Known for its maritime ruins, hiking trails, and tranquil waters, Hassel Island offers a unique blend of history, nature, and serene anchorages.