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Forum: Meets & Greets 20-02-2012, 14:56
Replies: 6
Views: 1,821
Posted By NWCouple
Re: Charter in Spanish Virgin Islands

We live in Bend, Oregon. As far as our upcoming trip, we're planning to go from Tortola to the SVI's on this trip since we've been to BVI's numerous times. Enjoy your trip.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 17-02-2012, 15:23
Replies: 12
Views: 2,665
Posted By NWCouple
Re: Immigration San Juan Puerto Rico

A few ?s...If a US citizen sailing from BVI's...can you do a phone in check in/out in PR and USVI's?

Secondly, do you have to check in with C&I in PR if you're checked in with the USVI C&I...
Forum: Meets & Greets 17-02-2012, 11:57
Replies: 6
Views: 1,821
Posted By NWCouple
Re: Charter in Spanish Virgin Islands

Just today secured our charter out of Tortola, heading to the SVI's March 4-14th. I'll be on this forum and TTOL up until then to try and glean as much info as possible. Sorry I can't help with...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 25-10-2011, 17:40
Replies: 14
Views: 5,489
Posted By NWCouple
Re: Vieques and Culebra

Go to TTOL's (travel talk on line) forum. There is a Puerto Rico/SVI forum and scroll down to page 2 or 3 (can't remember) and you'll see a couple threads regarding trip reports and info. Enjoy!
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 23-10-2011, 23:15
Replies: 15
Views: 4,232
Posted By NWCouple
Re: Catamaran Charter in Antigua - Anchoring

Couple suggestions that we follow...after your set, back down on your anchor with RPM's up to 16-20 for a minute or so while checking your position on your GPS and your visual land points to make...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 17-10-2011, 13:51
Replies: 9
Views: 3,556
Posted By NWCouple
Antigua / Barbuda Customs and Immigration

I just finished reading the posts from the archives regarding antigua and barbuda. We're heading out in a couple weeks chartering a 36ft monohaul for a 6 week sail from BVI's to St. Martin/Bart's...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 13-09-2011, 15:01
Replies: 6
Views: 2,096
Posted By NWCouple
Re: Sea of Cortez, 2 wk. 1st time trip Sept. 28th 2011

No kids sailing with us:cheers:...I didn't mean to depart from the theme of your thread regarding sailing with kids. I went a head and started another thread so as not to take away from the purpose...
Forum: Pacific & South China Sea 12-09-2011, 20:41
Replies: 14
Views: 1,933
Posted By NWCouple
Re: Sea of Cortez, 2 wk, 1st time trip 9/28/2011!

Got it...except the name of that little island is Los Islotes. And it's definitely on our itinerary! Thanks.
Forum: Pacific & South China Sea 12-09-2011, 18:42
Replies: 14
Views: 1,933
Posted By NWCouple
Re: Sea of Cortez, 2 wk, 1st time trip 9/28/2011!

Thanks for the quick replies!!! Regarding Isla Lobos :confused: The only one I saw is just north of Playa Pichilingue. Is that what you meant?
Forum: Pacific & South China Sea 12-09-2011, 15:30
Replies: 14
Views: 1,933
Posted By NWCouple
Sea of Cortez, Two Weeks, First Time Trip 9/28/2011 !

:jump::jump:Itinerary mapped out with the help of Shawn Breeding and Heahter Bansmer guidebook...sailing between La Paz and Bahia Aqua Verde, including Isla Espiritu Santo, Partida and San Francisco....
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 12-09-2011, 14:44
Replies: 6
Views: 2,096
Posted By NWCouple
Sea of Cortez, 2 wk. 1st time trip Sept. 28th 2011

:snorkel::jump::jump:With my Shawn Breeding and Heahter Bansmer's guidebook, I've been planning our 1st time trip. Would welcome any helpful experienced insights from those of you that have sailed...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 05-02-2011, 16:31
Replies: 11
Views: 3,652
Posted By NWCouple
Green Turtle too far. Enjoy Guana Cay, Man-O-War...

Green Turtle too far. Enjoy Guana Cay, Man-O-War or Elbow Cay....these are awesome Cays with lots to enjoy. Do keep in mind that Man-O-War does not serve or sale alcohol on this island.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 30-10-2010, 11:54
Replies: 10
Views: 3,060
Posted By NWCouple
Appreciate the reply JamuJoe. Regarding the yacht...

Appreciate the reply JamuJoe. Regarding the yacht robbery at Caye Caulker...were the owners gone at the time of the robbery?
When anchored or moored at a designated "national park" caye....were you...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 25-10-2010, 20:32
Replies: 10
Views: 3,060
Posted By NWCouple
That is reasurring, appreciate the reply. How...

That is reasurring, appreciate the reply. How does one get a hold of Gregory to place an order for fresh produce and meats? That sounds like the way to go.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 21-10-2010, 14:51
Replies: 10
Views: 3,060
Posted By NWCouple
pirate Increase crime in Belize (per San Pedro Daily)

I would like to continue.... actually start a dialogue on the increase in murders and armed thefts in Belize.

The San Pedro Daily states "Crime and violence has reached civil war proportions in...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 02-08-2010, 23:44
Replies: 5
Views: 2,339
Posted By NWCouple
We have had no problem with Continental...love...

We have had no problem with Continental...love West Palm Beach airport. Smooth flight from WPB with Continental to Marsh Harbor.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 03-04-2010, 10:18
Replies: 11
Views: 3,623
Posted By NWCouple
Nautical62 and Alan Brown have a pretty thorough...

Nautical62 and Alan Brown have a pretty thorough list of the must do's. Our favorite thing about the Abaco's is the friendliness of the people there. They are so very hospitable and welcoming. #1...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 03-04-2010, 10:07
Replies: 4
Views: 2,863
Posted By NWCouple
pirate Yes to Creole Rock, Tintamarre...let me add...

Yes to Creole Rock, Tintamarre...let me add Prickly Pear off Anguilla and Little Bay north of Road Bay, Anguilla....both you will need cruising permits. Also, in St Bart's; Anse de Columbier where we...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 03-04-2010, 09:56
Replies: 10
Views: 20,633
Posted By NWCouple
Nautical69 is right on the money!! Our boat is in...

Nautical69 is right on the money!! Our boat is in Marsh Harbor with Susail. Have sailed both BVI's and Abaco's many times also. One thing I'd like to add is I have found the variety of fish more...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 04-03-2010, 15:38
Replies: 42
Views: 26,619
Posted By NWCouple
Mgfa 24.....those are the islands that we went to...

Mgfa 24.....those are the islands that we went to also. Spent one week on each. I'm happy to say no experiences with sharks but we did have this black and white fish that kept trying to attach...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 03-03-2010, 11:39
Replies: 42
Views: 26,619
Posted By NWCouple
Mgfa 24, As you probably read in a previous post...

Mgfa 24, As you probably read in a previous post we will be on a 41 mono from moorings for the whole month of December. I'll be very interested to read about your trip in March. I have this post...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 08-02-2010, 12:46
Replies: 37
Views: 5,200
Posted By NWCouple
We also chartered out of Red Hook with Island...

We also chartered out of Red Hook with Island Packet Yacht Club. Great company and awesome boat....a heavier boat & slower to respond than your lighter weight beneteaus and Jeaneaus that most...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 08-02-2010, 12:04
Replies: 42
Views: 26,619
Posted By NWCouple
I noticed you had a caliber....that's been our...

I noticed you had a caliber....that's been our dream boat....40LRC...only in our dreams for now.
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 08-02-2010, 10:57
Replies: 42
Views: 26,619
Posted By NWCouple
pirate SCK5, One of the crew's name is Erin. (my 25 yr...

SCK5,
One of the crew's name is Erin. (my 25 yr old daughter) That must be a good sign.
Couple ?'s....what month was your trip?
Usually the boats have fans in each birth and salon area....did...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 07-02-2010, 14:19
Replies: 42
Views: 26,619
Posted By NWCouple
Do you remember the name of the boat you were on?...

Do you remember the name of the boat you were on? Any problems with the boat & how was the condition? One more ?...was the staff helpful and reliable?
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