Today marks our 12th day at sea. For most on board this is the longest they’ve been at sea and slowly conversation is turning to what they’re looking forward to on land. The chance for the mind to wander to shore side delights is helped by the lack of wind […]
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Impressions on the Journey
Three quick impressions from our 1,300 miles at sea as we approach Kiribati after leaving Honolulu about 11 days ago: First, the sailing. Does this boat smile? It feels like Sea Dragon is giving us a ride intro her playground. She loves 20-25 knot winds and moderate seas. A lot […]
Read MoreSailing to Palmyra
Waikiki Yacht Club, under the soaring glamorous beach front hotels, was our embarkation point.Once briefed, we headed south from Hawaii into remote Pacific.Boobies our only companions at sea for the next 6 days. No other boats in sight.The immenseness of the Pacific became clear, as guided by the Southern Cross […]
Read MoreSailing South | Iceland – UK
Aug 18 – Sept 8 | $5950 Sailing Iceland to the UK provides a mixture of coastal and offshore sailing, the best of both worlds! We’ll take some time to anchorage hop the Southwest coast of Iceland, before visiting the Vestmannaeyjar Islands to the South. Whales, dolphins, seabirds, volcanic activity […]
Read MoreReykjavik Run | Greenland – Iceland
Jul 14 – Aug 4 | $5950 This Iceland sailing trip begins in Greenland and is a combination of bluewater and coastal sailing, and above all, full of adventure! Firstly, we’ll start the trip in Ilulissat, where the number of sled dogs rivals the number of people. In addition, you’ll see […]
Read MoreFinding France | Bermuda – St. Pierre – Newfoundland
May 26 – Jun 16 | $5950 The first leg of our North Atlantic sailing itinerary! This trip has blue water sailing, as well as coastal navigation. We’ll sail north from Bermuda over the Grand Banks to arrive in St. Pierre, one of two French islands 15NM off the south coast […]
Read MoreBermuda Bound | Key West – Bermuda
May 5 – May 18 | $4950 Join Sea Dragon at the southernmost point in the US to sail through the Bermuda triangle! This is a bluewater offshore passage, starting with riding the Gulf Stream north of the Bahamas, before finding the Atlantic Ocean. We’ll make contact with Bermuda Radio and […]
Read MoreCayman Cruise | Panama – Cayman – Key West
Mar 7 – Mar 22 | $4950 This trip has two blue water passages, full of warm Caribbean sailing and adventure! You’ll join the boat at Shelter Bay Marina to sail to Key West, but not without a stop at Grand Cayman. Our visiting dates in Cayman will align with the […]
Read MoreCanal Crossing | Panama City – Colon
Feb 28 – Mar 7 | $2950 Join us on this transit through this magnificent feat of engineering! This divide between North and South America has been assisting ships and small craft for over 100 years. It is truly amazing to experience this manmade shortcut between oceans. All meals on […]
Read MorePanama Passage | Galapagos – Panama
Feb 18 – Feb 28 | $4300 This trip is a blue water passage with a route that crosses the equator. We’ll toast to Neptune and any pollywogs will now be shellbacks! There will be a bit of time to explore San Cristobal before departing, but if you’re keen to […]
Read MoreGalapagos Glide | Cabo San Lucas – Galapagos
Jan 20 – Feb 11 | $6950 This trip is a blue water passage with time to explore both Cabo San Lucas and San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos. The sea lions of Cabo will wave us off and the sea lions of San Cristobal will greet us. Our route […]
Read MoreFinally Free of Waikiki
May 16,2023. First day of the first leg Waikiki to Palmyra Atoll. Winds currently 15 knots off off the beam in a steady sea. The crew is elated to get off of the dock. Smiles all around. We have several hitchhikers on the rail. I wonder if these birds know […]
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