Doug, Jack, and Brenton recently spent a fabulous week sailing in the British Virgin Islands, encountering private beaches, nasty pirates, colorful sea life, touchable rainbows, and a variety of fantastic sailing conditions. Brenton, who lived and worked in the BVI for a number of years, acted as our knowledgeable guide, taking us to all of the gems of the islands, both mainstream and off-the-beaten-path. From Jost Van Dyke to Anegada and from North Sound to Sandy Cay, we touch every corner of this beautiful island chain.

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The flotilla was organized by our sail training partner Black Rock Sailing School. You too can enjoy such a trip with them under Brenton’s direction. Jack’s wife Lisa, a professional cook and proprietor at Rosie’s Kitchen in Marblehead, kept us well-fed all week. Doug’s wife Michelle and daughter Lauren acted as wildlife coordinators, studying fishing pelicans, shy sea turtles, bold hermit crabs, and hiding lizards.

By the end of the trip, we were all well-tanned, well-rested, and quite happy to stay down there forever. It is a trip you must make, preferably often.