Growing up in Montreal, I dreamed of sailing in the warm waters of the Caribbean. Still, to this day, I am drawn to the Caribbean by the soft white sand beaches, palm trees, warm sunny days, crystal clear blue waters and, of course, beautiful sailboats. Listening to the enchanting songs and melodies of Jimmy Buffett and other tropical rhythms, only served to intensify my resolve to make these dreams come true.
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You cross the Gulf Stream from FL to The Bahamas
Hi Peter, if you a capable boat already located on the southern east coast (of the US), that might make sense. But for those leaving from more distant and inland waterways, by the time you’ve prepared & equipped your boat, you must now plan many weeks of traveling. Most likely with your mast down and secured. Lots of motoring and many stops, some for a few days due to weather, etc. My objective with this multiple part article is to demonstrate how one can skip all this and be on-board your own charter boat in hours. Plus avoid exposing your own boat to salt water.