There might not be snow and sleigh rides, but the spirit of the yuletide holidays is alive throughout the Caribbean. Here is a sampling of nautical holiday happenings. LIGHTED BOAT PARADES Deck your decks with lights, ornaments and festively-dressed crew. …
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Cruising rallies are one of the most popular ways for sailors to transit from northern climes to the Caribbean in the fall. Today, there are several rallies to choose from, each with its own personality. Capacity Entries for 31st Atlantic …
Read More »Salty Dawgs leave for US in May The Spring 2016 Salty Dawg Rally for experienced blue water sailors will depart Tortola in the British Virgin Islands for the Chesapeake and other points north on May 15th, following a series of …
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As an official stopover partner of the 2014-2015 Volvo Ocean Race Newport Stopover, the only North American stopover from May 5 – 17, 2015; Sunsail has launched the Live Your Dreams trip giveaway that gives adventurers a chance to win …
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This year’s Painkiller Thriller in the British Virgin Islands featured more prize money, high-profile sailors and the same amount of rum and sun. The 14-mile standup paddleboard race started at Trellis Bay, Beef Island and finished at White Bay, Jost …
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Some of the world’s best sailors and stand-up paddle boarders will compete in the second annual Painkiller Cup on Jan. 25. The 14-mile downwind team event was first introduced during last year’s weeklong HIHO windsurfing race, which has included stand-up …
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In the Caribbean, Santa is more likely to cruise down the chimney in a dinghy than arrive on a sleigh. The region definitely doesn’t lack for festivities and a true seasonal spirit during the December holidays. Here’s a sampling of …
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What could be more salty than the Salty Dawg Rally? The Salty Dawg Rally starts November 4th from the Bluewater Yachting Center in Hampton, Virginia, and finishes in the British Virgin Islands, or the Bahamas, or the destination of your …
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World’s largest Solar Boat visits St. Martin MS Tûranor Planet Solar, the World’s largest solar-powered boat, paid a visit to St. Martin in May. The unusual craft beat her own record for a transatlantic crossing, taking 22 days, 12 hours …
Read More »It’s the season to enjoy merry-making. Since the Caribbean region is more sea than land, there are several ways to enjoy nautical-themed holiday celebrations, everything from boat parades to dockyard parties and raft-ups to watch fireworks. CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE The …
Read More »The fish outnumbered the boats in the 2012 BVI Billfish Tournament. Fished July 30th – August 2nd, out of the Bitter End Yacht Club in North Sound, Virgin Gorda, three teams released a total of 18 blue marlin in three …
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The British Virgin Islands are blessed with aquamarine waters, calm anchorages and deserted coves that have beguiled mariners for centuries. This sailor’s paradise was the setting for the ClubSwan Caribbean Rendezvous held March 12th – 17th at the Bitter End …
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The 1st Annual BVI Yacht Brokerage Showcase wrapped up on Sunday afternoon at the Bitter End Yacht Club. The four day event saw crowds of people walk the docks, viewing a great selection of pre-owned yachts. Three BVI-based yacht brokers …
Read More »Mother Nature Calls the Shots! There was no racing today, the first day of the BVI Sailing Festival. Principal Race Officer, Dave Brennan postponed the start of the race to Bitter End and indicated to the 48 competing yachts in …
Read More »You might not expect to see a red-suited, grey-bearded, bell-ringing Santa when you're sitting in sunny 80 degree weather on the beach or at anchor in the Caribbean.
Read More »Shortly after the Easter Holiday, work began in earnest on a new and improved state of the art "Quarterdeck Marina" installation at the Bitter End Yacht Club.
Read More »Yacht Club News from around the region for April 2011
Read More »The very successful billfish tournament held at the Bitter End Yacht Club (BEYC) in 2007 and 2008 will return to the BEYC July 17-20, 2011.
Read More »The atmosphere is pregnant with anticipation as the starting guns commence firing tomorrow at 1000 hours, local time, for the start of the Sailing Festival's annual Bitter End Cup.
Read More »Caribbean News May 2010
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