Category Archives: Caribbean

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Posted on December 19, 2024 by patmathews

December 19, 2024 The sail away from Miami was beautiful. We had a casual dinner on the terrace at sailaway. After leaving from Miami on Tuesday, we had a sea day yesterday and enjoyed it! The weather was just a … Continue reading →

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Off to sea tomorrow!

Posted on December 16, 2024 by patmathews

We are so excited to cruise with our family again this Christmas holiday. We will be heading out from Miami to the Caribbean. Many islands are not new for us but there is always something new to explore. Here’s the … Continue reading →

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Bridgetown, Barbados

Posted on April 3, 2024 by patmathews

April 1, 2024 We were in Barbados in December and explored Harrison’s Caves then. You can search the site for that post if you are interested. The trip we really wanted to do then was the catamaran sail and snorkel. … Continue reading →

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Roseau, Dominica

Posted on April 1, 2024 by patmathews

March 31, 2024 Easter Sunday, and I was awake early enough to catch the sunrise! Our first visit to Dominica was on our Vista cruise in December where our son arranged a private tour of the island sights. If you … Continue reading →

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Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands

Posted on March 31, 2024 by patmathews

March 30, 2024 The British Virgin Islands are comprised of around 60 tropical islands ranging in size from the largest, Tortola, to tiny uninhabited islands. Most of the islands are volcanic in origin and have a hilly, rugged terrain. The … Continue reading →

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Almost….. Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas

Posted on December 30, 2023 by patmathews

December 29, 2023 This morning, as I completed yesterday’s post, we were approaching the island of Great Stirrup Cay, where we would anchor and be taken to shore by a large boat. The boat was being pretty tossed around by the … Continue reading →

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San Juan, Puerto Rico

Posted on December 28, 2023 by patmathews

December 27, 2023 San Juan, Puerto Rico, is the capital and largest city of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. It is located on the northeastern coast of the island, and is known for its historic old town, stunning beaches, and … Continue reading →

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St. John’s, Antigua

Posted on December 27, 2023 by patmathews

December 26, 2023 Antigua, also known as Wadadli, is an island in the West Indies, in the Caribbean region. It’s part of the country of Antigua and Barbuda. The island is known for its beautiful beaches, such as Dickenson Bay … Continue reading →

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Castries, St. Lucia

Posted on December 26, 2023 by patmathews

December 25, 2023 Merry Christmas! Santa showed up early and gave gifts to the few kids between 11 and 17 who are on board this voyage. St. Lucia is a stunning Caribbean island located in the eastern Caribbean Sea. It is … Continue reading →

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St. George’s, Grenada

Posted on December 25, 2023 by patmathews

December 24, 2023 St. George’s is the capital of Grenada, a picturesque island nation in the Caribbean. It is about 90 miles from the north coast of South America and is the first in the chain of Windward Islands. It is … Continue reading →

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