Set Sail into the September edition of Caribbean Compass!
This month’s issue is packed with inspiration, adventure, and expert insight for sailors, travelers, and island dreamers alike. Discover a smarter, smoother route down the infamous “Thorny Path” from Florida to the Virgin Islands, just in time for fall cruising. Learn how to anchor like a pro when storms roll in, explore the rise of sustainable tourism and marine conservation in Belize and St. Martin, and meet the passionate judges behind the Caribbean’s most stunning photo contest. Plus, don’t miss the debut of the Antigua Racing Cup, updates from youth sailing programs across the islands, and a preview of Dominica’s 25th World Creole Music Festival. Whether you’re planning your next passage or just love the rhythm of Caribbean life, this issue delivers.
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Montserrat – Island Spotlight
From our content partners Doyle Guides and Noonsite.com: Sailors have discovered new ways to explore Montserrat since it reemerged from tragic volcanic eruptions in the 1990s.
Sail the Caribbean with Horizon Yacht Charters
Sailing the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean offers a sense of adventure, freedom and exhilaration unlike any other. Learn why Horizon Yacht Charters is an excellent partner when choosing a charter yacht.
USVI Secures More Than 2,000 Acres in Historic Parkland Expansion in St Croix
The Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) has completed one of the most significant land acquisitions in territorial history, securing 2,469 acres at Maroon Ridge and Annaly Bay on St. Croix.
Spending Hurricane Season in the Dominican Republic
Find a safe hidey hole in “Spending Hurricane Season in the Dominican Republic” by Denise and Natasha Simpson, Compass contributors living aboard there.
The Painless Way Down the Thorny Path – Did you know that it’s entirely possible to voyage all the way through the Bahamas and on to the Virgin Islands without bashing to windward or beating the crew up in rough conditions? It depends on when you leave and how willing you are to make use of good weather windows. Learn more in the “Thornless Passage South” by veteran cruiser Todd Duff.
Anchoring in a Blow – September is peak hurricane season. If you’re in the Caribbean, aboard your own boat, you’re glued to the NOAA hurricane forecast site (www.nhc.noaa.gov) and wondering when the next disturbance will come through your anchorage. Regular Compass contributor David H. Lyman shares best practices and storm prep guidelines in “Anchoring in a Blow.”
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