November 6, 2016
We wanted to post a quick update on our plans for this cruising season.
Most significantly, we decided last year that we would not go to the Bahamas this season. We have had 5 wonderful years there and will miss our Bahamian friends/family dearly this year! Two main reasons why we are not going this year: First our wonderful Alaskan trip this summer committed over a month away from the boat and combined with our annual month+ pilgrimage to Syracuse for doctor/dentist appointments really cut into our 'preparation' time on the boat. Secondly, there are some things we would like to do in Florida, that our typical 5-6 month deployment to the Bahamas has not allowed.
Short term, we will be headed up the west coast of Florida next week to Snead Island Boat Works in Palmetto. Bottom paint and exterior teak refinishing along with a few additional minor tasks are planned. We plan a straight 20+ hour 'delivery' trip from Marco to the yard.
After the boat work is done, we plan a leisurely trip down the west coast of Florida. This is where we started cruising 25+ years ago and this will allow us to spend some quality time in this beautiful area. The Bahamas is beautiful, but you cannot beat the wildlife on the west coast of Florida!
Trips to Miami and the Dry Tortugas are also on the agenda.
A different plan, but still enjoying life on the boat!
Tom & Joyce
Docked Rose Marina
Marco Island, FL
