The photo above is the beach area of the small town of Perula. It lies on the north side of the bay. Chamela is a …
Sail Blog
My father introduced me to sailing. My very first trip was in the summer of 1965 when he chartered a 32’ sailboat out of Miami to take our family to Bimini. The sun was just setting as they untied the lines and I remember the thrill of sailing into the unknown. I had no idea what to expect. I had jitters in my belly as we ventured out to sea. The wind blew through my hair and I watched the moon slowly rise overhead. I was captivated by dark clouds as they rushed in to meet us. A squall appeared on deck and I was sent below. Then morning came. I sat on the bow of the boat as it rocked gently. We were anchored just outside Bimini. Everywhere I looked I saw clear turquoise water, white sandy beaches and tall palm trees swaying in the breeze. The air smelled fresh and all was peaceful. I was hooked.
Posted on 7th March, 2017
The Ever-Changing Sea
February 24, 2107 0705 – We left the anchorage with no drama. 0830 – Jay is below for the morning ritual; checking in on the …
Posted on 6th March, 2017
Midnight in Ipala
Ipala anchorage. Obviously, not midnight. February 24, 2017 0035 – The light has changed position. Jay and I immediately wake-up. This means the boat has …
Posted on 5th March, 2017
A Day in the Life of Cruising
February 23, 2017 1045 – We are rounding Cabo Corrientes. It is named this because the currents converge and can cause this area to have …
Posted on 4th March, 2017
Prep Day
Leaving Paradise Village Marina in Nuevo Vallarta Costalegre is otherwise known as The Happy Coast. It lies on the west coast of mainland Mexico, between …
Posted on 19th February, 2017
A Leap of Faith
February 19, 2017 It is a centuries-old tradition. A prayer in gratitude for the earth. The Papantla flyers are from Northern Veracruz, on the east …
Posted on 13th February, 2017
Searching for Reason
Jay and I are still in Nuevo Vallarta due to some extended dental work I have had to have done. We are hoping Friday, February …
Posted on 5th February, 2017
A Day on the Bay
Yoshie, Richelle and Brian watching the whales. February 2, 2017 We left the marina around 1200 with eleven of our friends on board. Most had …