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The Virgin Islands National Park is what sets the island of St. John apart. Covering about 60% of the island, the park protects it from overdevelopment, resulting in pristine beaches and lush hiking trails. These are some of the best-kept secrets within the Virgin Islands National Park: Denis Bay Beach All the beaches of the…

Nancy Hendrick had always loved kayaking, however, it wasn’t until 2012 that she found her love of sailing.  “That was just the start of a wonderful hobby that just grew and grew,” she said about her first time sailing on the Chesapeake over a decade ago.  One of her friends had told her about a…

The long and proud history of sailing in the Virgin Islands is central to the region’s identity and has led to its reputation as a premier sailing destination today. Here’s the key facts to know about the history of sailing in the Virgin Islands for history buffs and curious visitors! Pre-Colombian People Before Europeans ever…

The Basics The boat: Speculation, a 44′ Leopard catamaran  Crew: Captain Jalil (instructor)   ASA Students: Michael, Eric and Crystal  Courses Completed:  ASA 101 (Basic KeelBoat), ASA 103 (Basic Coastal Cruising), ASA 104  (Bareboat Cruising), ASA 114 (Cruising Catamaran) Day 1: From Powerboats to Sailboats This crew has no shortage of boating knowledge! Captain Jalil spends…

Maritime technology is constantly evolving. Until recently, long ocean crossings with a small sailboat meant accepting that there would be minimal or no internet access onboard. But nowadays, you don’t have to sacrifice staying connected when you set sail.  Internet at sea is still more costly and complicated than it is on land, and the…

With the rise of remote work, many people are fulfilling their dream of living on a sailboat while working. Here is some useful information to help you get started: How can I connect to the internet from a sailboat, and what equipment do I need? Sailboats can connect to the internet through Wi-Fi, mobile hotspots,…

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, working remotely has become commonplace, and more and more spaces have been modified to accommodate remote workers. While the flexibility to work from anywhere can be freeing, many remote workers experience cabin fever from working from home. For those who need a change of scenery, here are some good places to…

Why do people start sailing? And why do so many that start become so passionate about it? The latest edition of Cacique Magazine takes on these questions with the help of Go Sail Virgin Islands! Cacique spoke with Go Sail’s owner, Genevieve Evans, Go Sail students, and a wellness and travel coach about what makes sailing such…

The Basics The boat: Vesper, a 2023 Lagoon 46 catamaran  Crew: Captain JT (instructor)   ASA Students: Rob and Angela Courses Completed:  ASA 101 (Basic KeelBoat), ASA 103 (Basic Coastal Cruising), ASA 104  (Bareboat Cruising), ASA 114 (Cruising Catamaran) Day 1: Settling In Captain JT met Rob and Angela at the Compass Point Marina at 5pm….

Sailing is a pastime enjoyed by people with all sorts of careers. However, many of the skills that sailing utilizes are particularly valuable to entrepreneurs. Learning to be a competent sailor will bolster the abilities that are needed to start and run a successful business. Here’s what makes sailing such an ideal hobby for entrepreneurs: Conquering…

Rob Parke is no stranger to catamarans— but sail-powered catamarans? That was a new one for him. “My wife and I had essentially no sailing experience,” Rob Parke said about life prior to sailing with Go Sail Virgin Islands. Rob grew up powerboating with family and friends on lakes in the Midwest and Puget Sound….

“Old Year’s Night,” as we call it in the Virgin Islands, is a magical event when we say goodbye to the previous year while welcoming the next one. Around here, we celebrate wearing flip-flops surrounded by palm trees and white sand. If you want to join us this year, don’t miss these top activities on…