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Sailing Vacation | Perfect Family Vacation

April 22, 2011

End of school year, time to think of a special reward for all of the hard work and to spend some quality family time.

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The last few weeks of school are running full speed. So much to do; exams, papers due, sporting events, social times, planning for the next year of school or college. During these stressful times families often become very disconnected with everyone going in a different direction. Well the way to be connected is to disconnect from stressful schedules.

A sailing vacation in the Virgin Islands is the ideal get away for a family. Imagine your own sailboat, sailing to a different island each day, snorkeling amazing reefs and seeing hundreds of beautiful tropical fish and exploring islands that were inhabited by pirates and Indians centuries ago.

Disconnect from the phones, computers, Ipads and listen to the sound of the waves as you glide through the crystal clear aqua water of the Caribbean. Evenings are spent under a canopy of stars and consolations so close you feel as if you can reach up and grab that falling star.

Each morning you arise to the sound of pelicans diving bombing for their breakfast as you sit on the deck of the boat enjoying your breakfast and making plans for the day’s adventure. Shall it be a rendezvous with a dive boat and dive the wreck of the Rhone? Sail to the coral made island of Anegada for a grilled lobster dinner on the beach? Anchor at Diamond Cay and take a hike to “Bubbly” and then enjoy a cookout on your floating hotel?

A sailing vacation is the ideal way to disconnect and reconnect with your family. There is something for everyone to enjoy. Sailing is a team effort and Captain Terry will guide you through the steps to sail the boat, learn proper anchoring, and to maneuver through tight channels. You can go to the deserted beaches for a picnic or rent a board and try your hand at the latest sport; board paddling or for an adrenalin rush; try your hand learning to “come about” on the sail boat and then enjoying excitement as the rail touches the water.

A sailing vacation on a charter boat in the Virgin Islands will not only reconnect your family, you will be creating life long memories.

Captain Terry has been sailing these waters for numerous years and will help you plan the best vacation ever. Check out sailwithterry. Com, then email sailwithterry@gmail.com or phone 941 266 0296 to request a personalized sailing vacation.

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Caribbean Sailing Vacation

April 21, 2011

Share the Sail – Share the Fun

Caribbean Sailing Vacation

The Virgin Islands are known as the “Sailing Capital of the World”. Crystal clear turquoise water, brilliant blue skies, consistent warm trade winds, beautiful islands within short sailing distance.

The Virgin Islands offer an array of sail boat trips and charters. Big boats, small boats, power boats, sail boats and a huge inventory of the new kids on the block, bigger and better catamarans.

You can charter a bareboat or have the guidance of an experienced captain on board. A captain that knows the local waters can show you the secret snorkel spots, deserted beaches and of course the best anchorages, party spots and restaurants.

Captain Terry is an experienced captain and offers an opportunity for you to sail in the Caribbean and meet some new friends. Share the Sail makes it possible to rent one or more cabins on a boat. On your sailing vacation you will be sailing and visiting different islands with people that share your love for the water and adventure. All of the occupants can participate in putting up sails, going to anchorages, preparing meals and all chores associated with a fun week of sailing under the guidance of a captain.

Share the Sail is the most affordable method for enjoying a Sailing Vacation on your own private boat. No huge crowds, no set times for meals or islands to visit. You make your sailing agenda and you can change your sailing agenda. Perhaps an extra day at White Bay where the beaches are snowy and the party is non stop at the Soggy Dollar bar, or maybe another night at a quiet anchorage, swimming under the canopy of the stars and enjoying a late night cocktail on the deck of your floating hotel.

Captain Terry has been sailing the Virgin Islands for a number of years. He has had numerous “Share the Sail’ charters and each one has ended with new found friendships and memory’s. Whether you want to bring along some of your own friends or make new acquaintances, a Share the Sail sailing vacation is a great “hands on” Caribbean Vacation. Check out sailwithterry.com and sign up for the next sailing charter. Enjoy the underwater videos and guest pictures. Captain Terry can also be reached at sailwithterry@gmail.com or 941 266 0296

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Sailing Vacation – Spring Fling Sailing

March 22, 2011

Spring is ready to burst upon us. Sunshine, green grass, leaves budding out, and flowers popping up their heads. You can feel the excitement and energy. Its time to cast away the dreary winter blues. Celebrate with a spring Caribbean Sailing Vacation.

Caribbean Sailing Vacation

A sailing vacation in the Virgin Islands is the ultimate sailing experience. It is no wonder that the Virgin Islands are noted as the “Sailing Capital of the World”. Located in the northeast trade winds belt, the Islands are blessed with almost perfect, consistent weather year around. The Virgin Islands consists of about sixty islands and cays that form a chain and break the northern seas providing the seafarer with ideal sailing conditions.

This vacation destination is easily accessible by plane and ferry. The islanders are friendly, speak English, use American currency and crime is minimal. Tortola, the largest island in the British Virgin Islands is the most popular point of entry to begin your sailing adventure. When you charter your trip with sailwithterry you will board your sailing vessel around noon and by that evening you will be sitting on the deck with your special drink enjoying the sunset over the aqua blue Caribbean waters.

Each morning as the sails go up, a new exciting destination awaits your arrival. Will it be Norman island for an all-night party at Willy T’s, a pig roast on Virgin Gorda at Leverick Bay, a hike around Green Cay or perhaps a grilled lobster on the beach on Anegada?

Sailing in the islands with an experienced captain will give you the ability to enhance your sailing skills while you enjoy an adrenaline rush when the sails are up and the rail is in the water. A knowledgeable captain knows which anchorages are safest when northern swells come through as well as being able to thread the needle when entering a shallow channel.

Check out sailiwthterry.com. Choose the vessel of your choice, a sleek monohull or a luxury catamaran. Captain Terry is an experienced captain and will arrange your Spring Fling Sailing. Contact Captain Terry at sailwithterry@gmail.com

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Caribbean Sailing Vacation, No Gas Surcharge, Free Sunshine.

March 14, 2011

Charter a sailing vacation in the British Virgin Islands and enjoy the power of the wind in your sails.

Spring vacations, Spring breaks, Easter vacations, Family reunions, Anniversaries, Honeymoons .Any reason to fly away to the Caribbean, board a sailboat for the week, and each day will be an new adventure.

Caribbean Sailing Vacation

Imagine chartering your own sailboat, you are in charge of your destiny. Explore unique and secluded islands, try your hand at wind surfing, snorkel secret caves and coves.

Wake up in the morning to robin egg blue skies and sunshine, the sound of sea gulls diving for their breakfast as you savor that first cup of coffee sitting on the deck of the boat. You gaze out onto the horizon and in the distance see sail boats idly rocking on the clear turquoise water and islands waiting for you to explore.

A leisure breakfast and then batten down the boat. Hatches closed, dishes stored. We are sailing to Anegada for a lobster dinner.

The ginny and the main sails are up and it feels like we are flying to our destination. We are heeling over and the rail is almost in the water. Excitement and laugher, anticipation builds as we look to the horizon for Anegada.

Anegada is the only flat island in the BVI. It was formed from a coral reef. Access is tricky but the experienced Captain Terry threads the needle of the channel and finds the best anchorage.

We jump into the dingy and are ready for todays adventure. Lobster traps greet us at the dingy dock and several beach restaurants are ready to take our reservations for a later sunset dining. We then proceed to a friendly open taxi to view the small island, check out the local culture, see the salt ponds and perhaps get a glimpse of the flamingo population. The white beaches of Anegada are endless; the snorkeling along the coral reefs is amazing.

Time for dinner. The lobster is huge, the sunset is brilliant. Back to our floating hotel. Perhaps we should spend another day at this idyllic anchorage?

Get the picture? Check out sailwithterry.com and make this your dream Caribbean Sailing Vacation. sailwithterry@gmail.com or phone 888-679-7245

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Caribbean Sailing Vacations, Free Island Ride

March 13, 2011

This is the perfect time to book a Caribbean Sailing Vacations and Sailwithterry has a free ride for you!

Caribbean Sailing Vacations

Old man winter is walking out of the door, spring is popping up everywhere. Now is the time to book a sailing charter and get a head start on a golden tan. 80 + degree weather, blue skies, warm balmy breezes and crystal clear turquoise water await you. Snowy white beaches, lobsters feasts, parties until the sun comes up, quaint island restaurants and a sail boat that is your floating hotel.

When you think fun and sun, think sailboat chartering in the British Virgin Islands. The islands consist of a chain of islands like a necklace each with its own special ambience. When you charter a sailboat with Captain Terry at sailwithterry.com you will board your boat in Tortola, the largest of the islands in the BVI and also the home of the capital, Road Town.

The language spoken is English because these islands were a former British Colony but now are self-governing. The currency is American dollars, the cars are driven on the left side of the road (British) but the steering wheel is on the right (American). The population consists of a mixture of “belongers”, and residents from neighboring islands and other countries that work mainly in finance or hospitality.

The British Virgin Islands are known as the “sailing capital of the world” and at any given time there are various languages and dialects floating around. The culture is diversified and colorful. Crime is not tolerated and the only pirates are in bars playing music.

The BVI is very easily accessible from the US mainland. Fly into St. Thomas and board a fast ferry to Tortola or jump on a commuter plan in San Juan and fly into Beef Island on Tortola. The airport in Tortola is small, customs are easy and when you walk out the front door there is usually a group of friendly goats and chickens to welcome you to “the islands” . You can either hail a cab or for a fun experience, walk across the road to Trellis Bay and have your first island drink at the Loose Mongoose.

SailwithTerry is offering a special incentive to visit the BVI. When you book a charter with Sailithterry, mention the name Mañana Maybe and you will receive a free one way coupon from San Juan ,Puerto Rico to Beef island Airport or a one way ticket on a fast ferry from St. Thomas to Road Town on Tortola. Visit Caribbean Sailing Vacations and check out the great pictures and snorkeling videos. Email Captain Terry at sailwithterry@gamail.com or phone 888-679-7245 and get the full details for planning your Caribbean Sailing Vacation and getting a free island ride.

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Sailing Vacation, What’s in your Bucket List?

March 13, 2011

Shuck the snow boots! Throw off the hats, gloves, all those cumbersome layers and get ready for fun in the sun.

Sailing vacation in the Caribbean are the best way to recover from those dreary, cold, frozen winter days.

Caribbean Sailing Vacation

It’s time to check out some fun sailing options in the sailing capital of the world: The British Virgin Islands. The BVI is very accessible from either St. Thomas or San Juan, the official language is English, the dollar is king and the people are very friendly. Consistent balmy trade winds, average daily temperature in the 80’s, clear turquoise water, a chain of islands offering a different safe anchorage each evening.

Charter the sailboat of your dreams, perhaps a sleek monohull; sails up, you are at the helm, the rail is in the water and you are the master of your destiny.

Maybe you would like to try something different or perhaps you are thinking creature comforts. Check out one of the spacious catamarans and bring the party with you.

More choices: Do you want to be totally engaged and charter a “captain only” trip, an all-inclusive complete with gourmet chef or something in between where you might want to try out the local restaurants.

Check out : www.sailwithterry.com for some awesome pictures and videos. Captain Terry will guide you in planning the perfect Caribbean sailing vacation. Be it monohull or catamaran, Captain Terry can find the best vessel to fit your dream vacation and then will show you all of the exciting islands, the best snorkeling spots and of course the restaurants and island parties.

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Caribbean Sailing Vacation, Planning Your Dream Vacation

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March 4, 2011

So you have been dreaming about the ultimate Caribbean sailing vacation. No crowds, no set time for meals or activities. Just your own sailing vessel for one week, an experienced captain at the helm and YOUR agenda. You decide when and where to eat, when you want to sleep, and when you want to party.

Chartering a sailboat in the British Virgin Islands is easy if you check out www. sailwithterry.com.

Captain Terry is an experienced sailing captain and diver. Whether you are a seasoned sailor and just want someone to show you the best anchorages and snorkeling spots and make sure that you do not run aground or perhaps you want to try out a new adventure, Captain Terry will help you organize your sailing dream vacation.

The following are helpful hints to get you to your destination

1. Reserve your date for a week’s trip. (June-October is hurricane season and also many of the local restaurants and bars are closed.

2. Make your plane reservations and fly into St. Thomas (U.S. Virgin Islands) or San Juan, Puerto Rico. From St. Thomas you will board a fast ferry that will take you to Road Town, Tortola, BVI and your sailing vessel or from San Juan you will take a commuter plane to Beef Island (Tortola) and then taxi to the Marina.

3. Make sure that your passport is up to date.

4. Depending on the type of charter that you have reserved, if you signed up for “Captain Only”, you will be receiving a link to a local supermarket and your weeks groceries and beverages will be delivered and stored the day before you arrive. If you are chartering All Inclusive your chef will communicate with you regarding menu choices

5. Sit back, relax, check out SailWithTerry.com again and enjoy the pictures and underwater videos. Soon this will be YOU in those pictures.

6. Pack a small soft sided suitcase. Bathing suit, flip flops, shorts, shirt, sun glasses, tooth brush, books, IPod, and sun tan lotion. DON’T FORGET THE PASSPORT

7. Bring American currency. Credit cards are accepted but often have a minimum.

8. Now shed the stress, put on a smile and your shades. Get ready for the dream sailing vacation of your life. Sailing Vacation in the Caribbean.

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Greetings from Captain Terry at the Helm of Mañana Maybe

Greeting to friends present and future,

The 2010-2011 season is in full swing in the BVI. Boats flying flags from all corners of the world. Small boats, big boats, mega yachts and last week a 400’ super yacht. (go to google and type in super yacht “A”) Evenings in an anchorage is truly an international experience as greetings in Italian, French, German, Norwegian and English are exchanged.

Life continues to be filled with blessings. Mañana Maybe is a faithful and reliable vessel. Charter guests have made each sailing trip exciting and memorable and of course new friendships have been forged.

News of snow, cold frigid weather seem vague as we greet each day with a balmy breeze, blue skies and warm, turquoise water. Thats what sailing vacations are all about.

Life in the islands is gentle. The Wanderlust on the water is shared and there is always an instant bond with fellow sailors. Lives cross daily as sailors stop at local marinas on journeys to near by islands or to exotic destinations far away. Everyone has a story and is looking toward the next adventure.

I, along with my first mate Ingrid ,are planning to expand our horizons. We will be offering a choice of new sailing destinations in various sailing vessels. We have had numerous repeat guests and the questions has come up “where else can we sail with you?”

Perhaps you have been thinking of trying out sailing on a large catamaran. We are looking at sailing vacations in the Fiji Islands, The Greek Islands, Gulf of Thailand, Sea of Cortez and others. These sailing vacations can be combined with land based travel.

At this time we are researching and studying various locations. If you have a special sailing vacation in your bucket list let us know and perhaps we can make these dreams come true.

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Caribbean Sailing Vacations – Sailing for the Full Moon

Feb 24, 2011

World Famous Full Moon Parties

The British Virgin Islands are world renown for “Sailing Vacations”. Sunny skies, crystal clear turquoise water, numerous interesting islands, private coves, beaches and consistent trade winds make the BVI the ultimate destination for chartering a sailboat.

Spend a day on the 51’ Mañana Maybe sailing Drake’s Channel, snorkeling natures aquariums, diving long buried ship wrecks. As evening approaches there is excitement in the air. It is Full Moon Party Time!

Tortola has two hot spots where you can dance all night and howl at the moon. On the west end of the island is the Bomba Shack. This location is just a shack on the beach but wow! what a party. Locals and guests come from everywhere to worship the full moon and attend this legendary party. Local music and lots of mushroom tea will make this a memorable event.

At the east end of Tortola at Trellis Bay there is also a party starting. The anchorage at Trellis Bay fills up the day before and the party starts. As the evening of the full moon party approaches, the sound of dinghy’s cutting across the water can be heard amidst the music and laughter.

The full moon party at Trellis Bay usually starts around 7:00 with a West Indian Buffet, and lots of adult beverages, Live fungi music, fire jugglers, pottery firings, are all part of the festivities. As the moon rises so does the tempo of the music and soon the Mocko Jumbies (natives on stilts) can be seen approaching. It is dark now, everyone is dancing and then the most dramatic event occurs. Huge metal sculptures loaded with fire wood are ignited on the beach. The party goes on to the wee hours of the morning. Luckily there are huge hammocks for those who decide to sleep on the beach.

As the dinghy’s depart to go to their sailboats, the glow of the fire balls can be seen , the moon is high in the sky and there is a feeling of peace. All is well. Another moon. Another month.

Visit sailwithterry.com and schedule your sailing vacation in the Caribbean around the full moon. This is a party you will remember for the rest o of your life. Captain Terry will help you plan this memorable vacation trip. Contact the Captain at sailwithterry@gmail.com .

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Sailing Vacation – Norman, Peter, Cooper

Feb 05, 2011

What do these three names have in common with a Sailing Vacation in the Caribbean?

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When you book a sailing vacation in the British Virgin Islands, most of the sailing charters leave from the island of Tortola. The BVI is considered the sailing capital of the world and there are hundreds of charter sailboats based in Tortola.

When you charter a sailing vacation on the 51’ sailboat Mañana Maybe, the experienced Captain Terry will welcome you aboard your floating hotel, give you a brief tour of your home for the next week, and discuss the weeks agenda according to your preferences.

There are many islands and cays in the BVI. So many different things to do. So much to experience.

Upon leaving the dock in Tortilla, sails are hoisted and your dream journey begins. Relax, sit back, soak up the sun. Your first nights destination will be NORMAN ISLAND.

Norman island is often referred to as Treasure island by the locals and is reputed to still have buried pirate treasures. We enter a large protected cay called the Bight where we anchor for the night. A short dingy ride or swim to the island and “Pirates” a beach bar serving the famous island drink “painkillers”, sand in your toes , warm sunshine, and YOU are on your Sailing Vacation. Norman Island also is great for hiking and the views are breath taking so don’t forget your camera. Dingy around the corner and you can snorkel the famous caves.

Your next island is PETER ISLAND, a well protected anchorage and a great place to just jump off the back of the boat with your snorkel. Often a friendly turtle will come by to check you out. Dinner and happy hour on Peter island is a great way to meet other sailors from around the world. Or perhaps that night you might choose to have a starlit dinner on the deck of Mañana Maybe and finish off the evening with a cocktail watching for falling stars.

COOPER ISLAND is the third island is this chain and is a great place for an overnight anchorage. The island has a beautiful sandy beach fringed with palm trees. There is a cozy seating area for Happy Hour and the dining room has been totally rebuilt. Dinners are excellent and there is always a fun, Caribbean ambience.

Visit SailWithTerry and check out the numerous visitors that have made this sailing vacation the trip of a lifetime. Email or phone Captain Terry and let him help you plan the perfect sailing vacation.

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