The Best Virgin Island Christmas Souvenirs to Buy on Your Vacation
Christmas in the Virgin Islands promises warm, sunny weather and sugar sand beaches, but it is also a great opportunity to shop for unique gifts for the holidays! Whether you are browsing for someone special or treating yourself, the Virgin Islands have something to delight everyone! These are some of the top items to look…
Virgin Islands Sailing FAQs :
Whether you are a novice sailor or a seasoned pro, taking sailing lessons are an important part of sailing safety and honing in your skills! Go Sail Virgin Islands offers a variety of ASA courses for sailing students. Here are a few of the most common questions we receive about them: What are ASA courses?…
Where to Eat Thanksgiving Dinner in the USVI
Late November is one of the best times to visit the US Virgin Islands because the weather is mild, and peak tourist season has not yet begun. This means you can enjoy uncrowded sunny beaches and lower costs. If you are thinking about spending Thanksgiving in the USVI but are worried about finding a good…
Captain’s Log: Sailing Out, Sleeping In
The Basics The boat: Speculation, a 44′ Leopard Crew: Captain Jalil (instructor) ASA Students: Zander, Hannah, Justin, and Jillian Courses Completed: ASA 101 (Basic KeelBoat), ASA 103 (Basic Coastal Cruising), ASA 104 (Bareboat Cruising), ASA 114 (Cruising Catamaran) Day 1: An Adventurous Crew This crew is big into adventure! Zander sails a Laser in his…
Top 5 Dishes to Try in the Virgin Islands
A vacation to the VI promises more than breathtaking beaches! Visitors will also savor the bold and unique flavors of Virgin Islands cuisine. African, European, and Caribbean influences converge to create a culinary experience you can’t find anywhere else. Discover these tasty dishes on your next trip to the VI: Fish and Fungi Fish and…
Sailing Story: Lizzy Randolph
For Lizzy Randolph, sailing is in her blood. She is a 3rd generation sailor, even though her family has always lived in Montana, a landlocked state. “I started sailing with my family when I was very young,” Lizzy said. “I love sailing.” While most of her sailing experience has been on Flathead Lake in northwest…
Cooking at Sea with Captain Jalil
When you imagine learning to sail you may think of the beautiful waters, stunning views, incredible sea life, and unforgettable memories made aboard a yacht. But what about the food? Go Sail’s Captain Jalil wants to make sure every guest aboard Go Sail Virgin Island’s Learn To Sail courses walks away reminiscing about just how…
Women’s Business Daily Shows How Go Sail Helps Women Find Their Purpose
Finding out what we’re meant to do in life and how to get there can be quite a journey. Much like sailing, really. Women’s Business Daily featured the story of Captain Genevieve and Go Sail Virgin Islands to showcase how similar a sailing journey and the journey of life really are. In the article, the…
Captain’s Log: Sailing to Puerto Rico
The Basics The boat: Peach Paradise, a FP Helia 44 Crew: Captain Jalil (instructor) ASA Students: Roberto, Robin, Travis & Sandy Courses Completed: ASA 101 (Basic KeelBoat), ASA 103 (Basic Coastal Cruising), ASA 104 (Bareboat Cruising), ASA 114 (Cruising Catamaran) Day 1: Sailing to Puerto Rico What’s the best time to start sailing? For those…
Guide to Sailing Gear
We are thrilled to share some fantastic news with you! Go Sail Virgin Islands has officially opened our very own sailing gear shop, offering an exclusive range of branded shirts and hats that we know you’ll love. Our new shop is stocked with stylish apparel designed to let you showcase your support for Go Sail…
Sailing Story: Thomas Powars
In college, Thomas Powars found himself lined up as a counselor for a summer camp in Massachusetts. As a kid, Thomas had never been to a summer camp so he didn’t exactly know what to expect but he certainly didn’t expect to find himself sailing. “I didn’t know it was a sailing camp,” he laughed….
Highlights From the Annapolis Sailboat Show
Go Sail Virgin Islands attended the Annapolis Sailboat Show this year, and had an absolute blast– as usual! Held in mid-October, the show is one of the best exhibitions of sailboats in the United States. The Go Sail crew saw countless yachts and new equipment on display, and participated in seminars so they can share…