[C320-list] Chartering in the Carribean

[jim brown]

We've chartered in the BVI since the late 70's. A lot
more crowded now that then but still a great place to
visit and sail. We have used Moorings and Sunsail
which I think are now under the same ownership. Used
Footloose once and it was OK.The Moorings marina is
very nice and the hotel there was renovated in the
last few years. We often fly into St Thomas since you
can get a large jet direct flight there, and then take
the great ferry ride to West End Tortola. Moorings
will meet you there or you can take a cab to any of
the charter outfits. One of our favorite spots is
Drakes anchorage off Mosquito Island (no bugs) just
behind the reef protecting the north entrance into the
sound. There is a restaurant there on and off (off the
last time we were there). Have a great time. My wife
has decided that the best Pina Coladas are at Biras
Creek. I've decided the best Pain Killers are at
Coopers Island. 
--- crashley at gte.net wrote:

> Moorings is always good for us. We've chartered cats
> with them in 
> Martinique, Tahiti, BVI, Canouan, and Croatia.
> Croatia was probably the 
> least organized but still a good experience. Try the
> 4000 or 4300.
> 
> CRA
> Rosebud #882
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Kirk McCullough" <kirk.mccullough at telus.net>
> To: "C320-List" <c320-list at catalina320.org>
> Sent: Sunday, March 09, 2008 10:57 PM
> Subject: [C320-list] Chartering in the Carribean
> 
> 
> 
> 
> This is a non C320 topic, hopefully its alright with
> people.
> 
> We are planning a charter maybe to the BVI or USVI.
> I know some of you have 
> chartered in the Carribean and I'm looking for
> general input from those of 
> you who have. There will be 6 of us and I'm thinking
> a 40 something 
> catamaran would work well.
> 
> What charter companies have people used, any
> bad/good experiences with the 
> charter companies. Any input on good locations etc.
> 
> Kirk
> #124
> 
> 
> 



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