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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 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…

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…

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…

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…

Caribbean Learn to Sail vacations are American Sailing (ASA) sailing trips you can take with an instructor to become a (ASA) American Sailing certified sailor. Here’s the scoop on Caribbean Learn to Sail vacations: What’s Included with a Caribbean Learn to Sail Vacation ?  A Learn to Sail vacation with American Sailing will come with…

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…

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…

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 fellow…

Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in the Virgin Islands can be just as fun as celebrating in Ireland itself! Here are a few of the best places to visit on St. Patrick’s Day in the Virgin Islands, the history behind each island’s celebrations, and what you can expect when you visit: Montserrat: Celebrating A Fusion of…

High school brought Rocky and Dana together when they were young. However, sailing became a major factor in bringing them back together 44 years later.  “We went on a hike and he pointed down to Lake Pend Oreille Lake,” Dana said about their first time meeting up in Idaho after all those years.  “I have…

Sailing on your own is fun but sailing with your significant other can take your love of sailing (and potential of your partner) to all new heights! This guide to couples cruising in the Virgin Islands will help you to book the sailing trip of a lifetime with your special someone.  1. Consider Both of…