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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…

When planning a vacation to a new place, it is always necessary to consider your safety. Virgin Islanders are known for their hospitality and kindness, and they are often eager to help. However, safety issues are possible anywhere, so visitors must be vigilant and take certain precautions during trips. Here is our guide to Virgin…

Looking for fun things to do on Christmas in the VI? While everyone is battling the snow further north, December marks the start of the Caribbean’s best season for sunny skies and warm temperatures, and locals love to open the season with numerous Christmas celebrations. These are our top picks for things to do on…

The Basics The boat: Good Times & Tan Lines, a 2023 Lagoon 42  Crew: Captain JT (instructor)   ASA Students: Axel, Dina, and Paul Courses Completed:  ASA 101 (Basic KeelBoat), ASA 103 (Basic Coastal Cruising), ASA 104  (Bareboat Cruising), ASA 114 (Cruising Catamaran) Day 1: Touring Good Times & Tan Lines Axel, Dina, and Paul arrived…

With Christmas just around the corner, many people are scrambling to find the perfect gift for everyone on their list. Yet, we all know someone who is always impossible to shop for – there never  seems to be anything they want or need.  Give the Gift of Adventure For many, experiences (and the memories that…

Haley Zapal knew she was a sailor long before she ever took the helm of a sailboat. “I’ve always been a lover of nautical fiction and history — I even have a Moby Dick tattoo on my arm,” she said. However, it wasn’t until her late 30s that her love of sailing stories led her…

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…

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?…

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…