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Sailing Vacation – Warm Stress Free Vacation

Feb 4, 2011

Record Breaking Snow Storms. Days of Rain and Ice. Frigid Temperatures. What to do?

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Close your eyes and imagine sitting on the deck of a 51’ sailboat, gliding through an ocean of crystal clear blue water. The sun is shining, the temperature is a balmy 82 degrees and a soft breeze kisses your face.

Sound like heaven? Actually you can live this dream by checking out sailwithterry.com. Reserve your week of sun, fun, sailing, and white beaches. Book your flight to Tortola via St. Thomas USVI or San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Packing is minimal, a bathing suit, shorts, shirt and flip flops tossed into a gym bag, a good book and some sun tan lotion. Passports are necessary!

Groceries and beverages can be ordered via internet from the local supermarket, delivered and stored prior to your arrival.

Leave behind the piles of snow, icy roads, rain and ice. Your sailing vacation starts when you board your floating hotel for a week of fun, adventure and sunshine. Captain Terry will greet you at the dock, offer you a cool beverage and give you a brief overview of Mañana Maybe.

Time to cast of the lines, hoist the sails and YOU are starting your dream sailing vacation.

Sailing in the British Virgin Islands is destination ordinated. There are over 60 islands and cays in the Virgin Islands. Each island has something different to offer. Fun beach bars, great snorkel sites, gourmet restaurants, pig roasts, secluded snowy white beaches, lobster bakes, dive expeditions and so much more.

The best part of this Caribbean sailing vacation is that you have your own boat and your own experienced captain. Captain Terry knows all of the secret snorkel spots, hidden beaches and of course the best parties in the islands.

Visit sailwithterry.com and view the great testimonials from guest and repeat customers that know Captain Terry of Mañana Maybe will make sure that you have the best sailing vacation of a lifetime.

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Sailing Vacation – Dogs, Indians, Monkey

Jan 27, 2011

Who are these guys and what do they have in common with my sailing vacation?

A recent sail boat charter to the British Virgin Islands was a warm respite from the frigid, icy, and snowy weather in Georgia.

An easy flight to San Juan Puerto Rico, a scenic ride on a commuter plane to Tortola, and it was time to shuck the gloves, hat, and boots. Shorts, flip flops and a tropical drink in my hand. This transition was easy.

Sailing in the Caribbean visiting a different island each day. So many beaches, so many fun places to party, so little time.

The water was turquoise blue, so clear that you could see the sandy bottom along with turtles and numerous colorful exotic fish. Mild winds, calm ocean, sunny skies… perfect time to snorkel.

The BVI is world renowned for its numerous dive locations including the famous wreck of the Rhone and multiple cave sites.

The Indians, Sailing Vacation

For those of us that love to just jump off the back of the boat with a snorkel and mask, you cannot find a location that is more “snorkel friendly” . There is usually a turtle swimming by, tons of angel fish, parrot fish, grouper…

There are so many great walls, caves, and reefs you could snorkel every day and still not see everything.

The most famous snorkel spots in the BVI are: The Dogs, The Indians and Monkey Point. These locations are within easy sailing distance of each other and they each have distinct characteristics. Beautiful coral abounds with so many tropical fish. You can swim along with the fish, pass through a short tunnel or even dive down and check out what is lurking under the coral. All this exciting marine life at your fingertips as you are swimming in the midst of so much beauty. Even the inexperienced snorkeler can feel comfortable as you glide through nature’s aquarium.

Visit sailwithterry.com and check out the pictures and video of exciting underwater photography. Book your sailing vacation with SailwithTerry and visit the Dogs, Monkeys, and Indians.

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Sailing Vacations – Girlfriends Vacation

Jan 24, 2011

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Stressed out from the holidays? Dreary cold weather? Winter blues?
Call the girlfriends and plan the perfect friends sailing vacation. A sailing vacation on a 51’ Beneteau with four double cabins. Charter your private/floating moving hotel and your personal, experienced captain.

The British Virgin Islands is the perfect place to escape from the winter freeze. Easy access via St. Thomas or San Juan Puerto Rico. Connect to Tortola where you will board Mañana Maybe, your home for the next fun filled week.

The BVI is comprised of a chain of beautiful islands each offering a unique ambience. Legendary beach bars, pirate bars, lobster bakes, poolside pig roasts, gourmet dining by world renowned chefs, local entertainment and musicians.

Sail to Scrub Island or Bitter End for a day of personal pampering at an exclusive European spa. Enjoy a light lunch with champagne overlooking the vast blue Caribbean ocean.

Snorkeling and diving in the BVI is exceptional. The water is comfortably warm, crystal clear and the coral and marine life are spectacular.

Girlfriends can work on those golden, enviable tans in the daytime and then sit under a canopy of stars at night reminiscing those fun tines shared in the past.

Listen to the quiet and feel the gentle sound of waves. Girlfriends bond and you are making some more memories to share.

Take the initiative today and check out options for sailing vacations. Visit the photo gallery, choose your dates and then contact Captain Terry either my email (sailwithterry@gmail.com) or phone 1-284-342-6487

Captain Terry is thoroughly experienced in sailing the BVI and will make sure that you and the Girlfriends have a safe, fun experience of a lifetime.

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Sailing Vacations Relieve – Winter Blues – Stuffy Nose – Achy Joints – Ghostly Pallor

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Jan 17, 2011
No need to run to the doctor or the local drug store. A sailing vacation in the Caribbean, sailing with Terry on Mañana Maybe is the cure all.

Blue skies and sunshine filled with vitamin D will revive you from holiday blues.

A scenic snorkel in natures colorful aquarium will clear all of your sinuses. Natural salt water is much better than hanging over a Nettie Pot.

Soft, balmy breezes, a swim in the warm caribbean ocean will ease those achy joints.

Lay on the deck of the 51’ sailboat Mañana Maybe, read your favorite novel, enjoy an island beverage and you will glow with a healthy tan.

Indulge and visit one of the local spas for a sea weed wrap, soothing massage and a moisturizing facial You are overlooking the azure Caribbean, beauty surrounds you. Follow your day of pampering with a light champagne lunch on the terrace and perhaps a nap on the beach.

Feeling better? OK, lets show off that glowing tan and visit one of the local night spots.

Dance with the to the sound of steel drums, enjoy live entertainment while sipping the national beverage, a Pain Killer. True to its name, if enough of these concoctions are consumed you will not have a pain nor a care in the world.

Enjoy the rest of your sailing vacation exploring various islands, sailing, snorkeling, diving wrecks, and letting your homeopathic medicine work for you.

Now you can go home to the cold wintery weather with your healthy tan and a huge smile on your face.

Sailing vacations can be booked by going to SailWithTerry be sure to check out the photo gallery and comments from previous happy guests. Captain Terry will respond to your email or you are welcome to call him at 1-284-342-6487.

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Holiday Greetings To All

Dec 24, 2010

Another wonderful sailing year is ending and a new year is just around the corner. The holiday spirit in the British Virgin Islands is everywhere. Balmy breezes, blue skies, red ribbons, live Christmas trees. Anticipation is in the air. Family time, presents, a beautiful holy birth, thankful for so many blessings.

In Dahlonega, Georgia, a white Christmas is predicted. Sleds, gloves, blazing fireplace. Lights twinkle in the trees and Santa Clause is visiting the square in his sled for the perfect picture.

Two different worlds but everyone is focused on the Holy Event . People shopping with smiles and greetings of ”Merry Christmas” everywhere. A time to renew friendships and gathering family closer.

We have had a wonderful year spending time in the islands with many new friends from all over the world and also enjoying time in Dahlonega. Beautiful sunsets, overlooking the mountains and sunsets on the horizon in the Caribbean.

Ingrid and I want to wish everyone a very special Christmas season and the best New Year ever.

We are ever so thankful for all of our friends throughout the world and the great family that we are blessed with.

Merry Christmas, Happy New Year,

Captain Terry and First mate, Ingrid

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Caribbean Sailing Vacation – Let the Fun Begin

Dec 17, 2010

The sailboats are gently rocking in their slips as groceries and beverages are being loaded. The boats are shiny clean waiting for the arrival of the guests. Planes are buzzing overhead to land on Beef Island to come to the biggest New Years eve party in the world. Huge ferry boats carrying the hundreds of excited passengers are steaming in to Road Town, Tortola

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There is excitement in the air. The best place for a Caribbean Sailing Vacation, The BVI, is getting ready for the holiday invasion.

Mega Yachts, super yachts, sailboats tall and long, all are heading for the largest New Year’s Eve party in the Caribbean.

Restaurants are scurrying around and filling up their reservations, spas are busy pampering , live music is everywhere. Let the fun begin!

The excitement is vibrating over the beautiful blue Caribbean waters. The radios are abuzz. Now is the time to order the extra ice, extra champagne.

There is a party in every anchorage. Revisiting friends, making new friends. Music streams throughout and shouts of Ahoy can be heard as another boat enters the safe anchorage for a night of dining, dancing and sitting on your neighbors boat reminiscing about the previous year and sharing dreams for the new.

New Years Eve in the British Islands is an international favorite and wether you are in a 300 foot mega yacht complete with your own fleet of boats and helicopters or a 30’ sailboat with a dingy, EVERYONE joins in the festivities and merriment. Celebrities abound and just sitting on the deck of your boat is like watching a movie of the rich and famous.

The dark sky is ablaze with billions of stars and as the magic hour approaches, the sky explodes with fireworks everywhere, singing, toasting, hugs and tears. New years is the British Island is like no other New years experience.

A Caribbean sailing vacation is the ultimate sailing vacation anytime of the year. Now is the time to book your Caribbean vacation and escape the cold bluster winter days of 2011. Contact Captain Terry at www.sailwithterry.com and he will customize your sailing adventure. Let the fun begin!

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Sailing Vacations – Did you know?

Dec 15, 2010

Did you know that the British Virgin Islands are known as the “Sailing Capital of the World?

The BVI has long been famous world wide for sailing vacations. There are numerous reasons for this global designation.

Ease of access. You can fly directly to the main island of Tortola or arrive in St. Thomas USVI and board a fast ferry for a great scenic ride to sailing paradise.
English is spoken and the currency is US dollars.
There is a minimum level of crime. The BVI government as well as the local population derive their income from the tourism industry so everything is done to make your vacation safe and easy.
Internet as well as cell service is available
The locals are very friendly and helpful. They are proud of their paradise and eager to show it off.
There are hundreds of sailboats and there are dozens of places to anchor.
The BVI consists of multiple islands that form a large necklace around the island of Tortola which also is the home of Road Town, the capital of the BVI
Each Island has a story. Each island has a different ambience.
The water is safe to drink, the local food is delicious (especially the Anegada lobster. Restaurants range from international renowned gourmet to beach bar casual.
Weather is always warm offering year round tropical temperatures.
Water is turquoise blue and green and crystal clear.
Activities for everyone swimming, sun bathing, bar hopping, kite sailing, hiking, beach combing, spas, dining, dancing, exploring.
World class diving and snorkeling. Put on your snorkel and fins, jump off the back of your boat and you are in the worlds largest aquarium.

Did you know that you can book a Caribbean Sailing Vacation with Captain Terry on the 51’ Manana Maybe and have your dream sailing vacation? Check out www. sailwithterry.com. The videos and pictures will show you how to make your vacation dreams come true.

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Sailing Vacation – Honeymoon Special

Dec 10, 2010

A Caribbean sailing vacation in the British Virgin Islands is the ultimate way to embark on a new adventure in life with your loved one.

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Imagine a week on a beautiful sailboat with your partner, exploring a different island each day. Enjoy sunny blue skies, soothing warm breezes, crystal clear water, all surrounded by a multitude of islands awaiting your discovery

Charter a 51’ Sailboat with an experienced captain and the world is your oyster. YOU and your spouse will wake up each day to a view a panorama of blue ocean with islands dotting the horizon. The only sound will be the gently waves and the chorus of sea gulls as they search for their morning feeding. Perhaps you will look down into the crystal clear water and see a Loggerhead turtle looking for his breakfast.

How will you spend your day? The beautiful wedding is behind you, the planning, the stress, the anxiety, now this is YOUR time.

Maybe a spa day at one of the renowned resorts. This is an intimate experience for you both to be pampered with massages, body wraps, and facials. Lunch and champagne can be enjoyed on the terrace by the pool overlooking the Caribbean Ocean.

Maybe a day sailing to various snorkeling spots and seeing the amazing array of colorful fish and coral followed by an sunset dinner on a beach.

Maybe a rendezvous with a dive boat for a discovery dive or a dive to the famous ship wreck, The Rhone.

How about a pig roast on one of the islands followed by dancing with the local Mucko Jumbies.

Spend a day secluded on a private hidden beach and look for sea shells and listen to the quiet of the ocean.

A Caribbean Sailing Vacation is the ideal way to spend some special time together. Just check out www.sailwithterry.com and view the guests and honeymooners who have created life memories in the BVI.

Grab your passport, a small bag with shorts, bathing suits, and flip flops and your are ready to go. Come home with the honeymoon glow and of course a tan that will be envied by all. Captain Terry will help you plan the perfect honeymoon sailing in the Caribbean and of course, the complimentary bottle of champagne will be chilled. You can meet the captain personally by calling him at 1-284-342-6487 or email SailWithTerry@gmail.com

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Sailing Vacation – Time for a Warm Escape on Your Sailboat Charter

Dec 7, 2010

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Arctic blasts are coming and everyone is thinking: Sun, Blue Skies, Beaches! An escape on a sailing vacation in the Caribbean is the perfect place for getting some vitamin D and a beautiful tan. Winter in the islands is the high season with temperatures ranges in the mid 80’s without humidity.

The British Virgin Islands are a top destination for Caribbean Vacation. Easily accessible, friendly English speaking people, stable government, US currency and a necklace of multiple islands each offering a different ambiance. The ideal and most popular method of enjoying the Caribbean Islands is by chartering a sailboat, usually with an experienced captain. Most charters offer a choice of “Captain Only” or “All inclusive” which includes gourmet meals served by an experienced chef. If you are looking for a laid back sailing vacation with no time constraints, no firm agenda, then “Captain Only” should be your choice. You are in charge of your vacation. The captain will show you the great snorkeling spots, hidden beaches, safe anchorages and keep you from running aground. You decide where you sail each day, where to stop, and how long to stay. Meal preparations are not the main focus. Breakfast is casual and eaten on the deck of the boat. You savor that first cup of coffee or juice as you look out onto the blue horizon and realize that you have awakened in Paradise. Lunch is a light meal enjoyed during a sail to another island or perhaps a cheese burger at a beach bar. Dinner is often preceded by happy hour on the deck of the boat and than a short dingy ride to a restaurant. This maybe a casual island restaurant offering local grilled lobster or an epicurean experience at one of the internationally renowned resorts.

Sailing in the BVI is stress free. A ring of beautiful islands offers easy accessibility to land where you can enjoy shopping, hiking, exploring, or just sitting on a beach chair enjoying an island beverage, also know as “pain killers”. Evenings offer local entertainment or just sitting on the deck of your sailboat gazing at the billions of stars. Catch the falling star and make your special wish.

Visit WWW. Sailwithterry.com and view the picture gallery of great islands to visit and a guide to planning your perfect Caribbean Sailing Vacation. Contact Captain Terry at sailiwithterry@gmail.com and he will help you escape that cold, frigid winter.

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Sailing Vacations…Imagine This

Dec 2, 2010

December: Christmas holidays, family time, winter wonderland.

January: Hectic work days, stress, icy roads, clearing snow.

Imagine : Blue sunny skies, snowy white beaches, no traffic, sailing each day to a different island. Snorkel, dive, walk deserted beaches, party time at a quaint beach bar, sail and start all over the next day.

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When you take sailing vacations in the BVI with a captain you are opting for a week of total relaxation. The most difficult chore will be deciding which island to visit and where to make dinner reservations. Or if that gets too complicated, perhaps cocktails at sunset, throwing a steak on the grill, opening a nice bottle of wine and dinning under a canopy of millions of brilliant stars. No driving, no taxis, just step down to your private cabin and listen to the waves lapping on the side of the boat as you fall into a deep sleep.

The next morning awaken to the sounds of sea gulls fishing for their breakfast and the aroma of coffee. You slowly come on to the deck and view another day in paradise. Blue, sunny skies, on the horizon, balmy breezes. Now comes the hard part, you have to decide where you will sail today and at which island you will be enjoying your happy hour. Perhaps Josh Van Dyke and Foxy’s bar, where happy hours just blend into night time fun with music and dancing. Anegada may be your choice for a dinner on the beach with grilled lobster as you watch the sun set into the blue Caribbean Ocean.

Oh no, more decisions. What shall we do tomorrow? Snorkel at the Indians? Dive the renowned wreck, the Rhone? Visit the world famous natural wonder, the Baths on Virgin Gorda? Well perhaps we will just find a quiet, secluded anchorage and spend the day swimming, reading the latest best seller, taking another nap, jumping overboard with mask and snorkel to find those huge, colorful starfish. All is quiet, just the serenade of the local birds and the sound of the waves this is your sailing vacation.

Is it possible that there are people fighting snow storms, shoveling their driveways, trying to clear the frost from the windshield. Wind! Cold Rain! Not in the islands, this is paradise and it could be you.

Check out www. SailWithTerry.com Enjoy the pictures of guests who have escaped the cold and are enjoying a Sailing Vacation. Captain Terry is the owner/operator of Manana Maybe and will be happy to talk with you and assist you in customizing your sailing vacations from old man winter.