Can I Sail Anywhere in the World with an ASA IPC?
Planning on sailing the world? You’ll need your International Proficiency Certificate (IPC) first! In this quick guide you’ll learn where you need the ASA IPC to sail, what countries don’t require the IPC, and how to become certified before you take off on your world travels. What is the International Proficiency Certificate, (ASA IPC)? The…
Guide To Sailing Weather Apps
Before heading out to sail, you always want to be well apprised of the weather conditions! Unfortunately, many traditional weather apps just don’t cut it in the sailing world. Let’s take a look at which sailing weather apps to use and why before hitting the water: Traditional Weather Apps There are a few reasons you…
Why You Should Take ASA Advanced Courses
The learning journey isn’t over once you complete Bareboat Certification or even feel confident as a skipper! Every sailor out there can improve in some form or fashion. Here’s why you should take advanced ASA courses and which ones we recommend you sign up for: What are ASA Advanced Courses? ASA advanced courses are the…
Captain’s Log: Sailing’s A Breeze!
The Basics The boat: Good Times & Tan Lines, a 2022 Lagoon 42, Crew: Captain JT (instructor) ASA Students: Kelly, Brian, Meg, and Nathan Courses Completed:, ASA 103 (Basic Coastal Cruising), ASA 104 (Bareboat Cruising), ASA 114 (Cruising Catamaran) Day 1: Double the Fun Sailing with your partner can be hugely rewarding. Taking a sailing…
Provision shopping in the Virgin Islands for Sailing Vacations
Provision shopping for a weeklong live aboard sailing trip can feel intimidating. However, there are plenty of options to make sure you have everything you need before you set sail! Here’s our guide to shopping in the Virgin Islands for provisions and other items you may want on your sailing vacation. Provision shopping at home…
Sailing Story: Mark and Tina McHenry
Sailors have had some odd sightings over the years, from mermaids to the Loch Ness Monster. But what about eerie sightings from above? Mark and Tina McHenry were on their first bareboat charter with their daughter when they spotted mysterious lights in the night sky. “At first I thought it was a car dealership with…
Where to Stay in St. Thomas Before or After Your Sailing Vacation
You’ve booked your sailing trip but what about your accommodations before you set sail? Here’s a few options of where you can stay in St. Thomas before or after a sailing trip with Go Sail Virgin Islands: Short-term stays in St. Thomas If you are looking for where to stay in St. Thomas for just…
Skippers in Training
The Basics The boat: Peaceful Sol, a 2018 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 Crew: Captain JT (instructor) ASA Students: Chad and Pete Courses Completed: ASA 103 (Basic Coastal Cruising), ASA 104 (Bareboat Cruising), ASA 114 (Cruising Catamaran) Day 1: Sunny Swims with Turtles Chad and Pete both arrived in the U.S. Virgin Islands excited to gain…
What Is A Learn to Sail Vacation?
Learn to Sail vacations are American Sailing sailing trips you can take with an instructor to become a ASA American Sailing certified sailor. Here’s the scoop on Learn to Sail vacations: What’s Included with a Learn to Sail Vacation Package? A Learn to Sail vacation package will come with everything you need for your trip…
Sailing Story: Todd Ferderer
Todd Ferderer grew up in the landlocked state of North Dakota without much thought about sailing. “I was never really introduced to sailing of any sort,” he said. “But boating— yes!” However, when he moved to Los Angeles in 1997 “with a love of water and warm weather” he did eventually find his introduction to…
Planning the Ultimate Virgin Islands Spring Break Vacation
A Virgin Islands Spring Break trip is the perfect way to spend the spring season with family and friends! From where to visit and how to get there to the best events to enjoy, this guide will help you to plan the ultimate spring break vacation in the Virgin Islands. 1. Decide Which Islands to…
Beginner’s Luck?
The Basics The boat: Stela, a 2021 Lagoon 42 Crew: Captain JT (instructor) ASA Students: Robert, Stella, and Jared Courses Completed: ASA 101 (Basic KeelBoat), ASA 103 (Basic Coastal Cruising), ASA 104 (Bareboat Cruising), ASA 114 (Cruising Catamaran) Day 1: Meeting Stela Getting acquainted before setting sail doesn’t mean just getting to know your…