Pirates of the Caribbean & other adventures!

Post author:Gavin
Post published:January 28, 2011
Post category:Caribbean kiteboarding Sailing scuba diving Travel

Fifth of January 2011, Squander seemed eerily quiet, like the morning after a big party, when all the guests have left and only the residents remain - it's both sad and enjoyable. Sad because the party is over, but a great time to reflect on all the fun that was had. The two weeks passed so quickly, we sat there recalling the fun moments, the various places visited, the experiences and people we met along the way... the only difference being that on Squander a new chapter…

A Caribbean Christmas – Sunshine, Palm Trees & Rum!

Post author:Gavin
Post published:January 17, 2011
Post category:Atlantic Caribbean Sailing

The Atlantic crossing is fast becoming a distant memory, as I attempt to recollect the past four weeks of fun times, friends, family - celebrating Christmas and new year, absorbing the vibe of three separate Caribbean nations and feeling like a kid in a candy shop with all of the beautiful, sweet, cheap rum at our disposal! For those of you that followed our progress across the Atlantic, you may recall that the lack of trade winds in the early part of our crossing was threatening our…

Sail aboard Squander

Post author:Gavin
Post published:January 1, 2011
Post category:Travel

3rd APRIL 2011 to Early June 2011 San Blas islands March 2011. WHAT: Join a trip sailing from Panama to French Polynesia, aboard a 45 foot sailing boat that is sailing from Italy to Australia. HOW MUCH: We all contribute $150/week for food and living expenses. WHEN: Leaving Panama City 3rd April 2011. ITINERARY: this is weather dependent but is roughly as follows. 15 April 2011 - Arrive Galapagos early May - Arrive MArquesa islands and sail through this area Mid May - Sail for the Tuamotus…