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FRANGI ON THE HOME STRAIGHT


Exhilirating sailing on the final stretch before Dartmouth on the 2nd Around Britain.






DOLPHINS JOIN FRANGI


View video footage of the dolphins






2 YACHTS IN AROUND BRITAIN


With great excitement we are expecting a second HR 49 for the Around Britain





 
Cricket World Cup

For the 2007 Caribbean Circuit the cricket lovers amongst you will be able to revel in the lively atmosphere of the World Cup.  Matches are to be played out on various islands by the world’s best one-day teams.


 
 
A SIX WEEK ISLAND HOPPING ADVENTURE (MARCH - APRIL)

Our six week Caribbean Circuit is the ultimate blue water adventure and the sailing trip of a lifetime.  It provides the perfect opportunity to escape the British winter and head for the sun!  Whatever your level of ability the Circuit is ideal for working towards RYA qualifications and provides enthusiastic beginners with an unforgettable travelling experience.

Starting in Antigua, the centre of Caribbean sailing, we spend six weeks cruising from island to island benefiting from:
 

‘We sailed over 1200NM, had 22 overnight island stops, took seven day or part day island tours, made 18 short day stops, ate supper ashore on 10 occasions, spent 26 nights at anchor or on a buoy and finally we had three nights at sea.’

Keith Turgoose, Caribbean Circuit

 


• The enviably consistent trade winds.
• Exhilarating passage between the BVI’s and Grenada.
• Anchoring in breathtaking tropical lagoons.
• Basking in the sunshine.
• Plenty of snorkelling and fishing.

When ashore discover the varied French, British and Afro Caribbean island cultures, enjoy the exotic wildlife and take in the picture perfect views of volcanoes, waterfalls, mangroves and rain forests.  Make the most of barbecues on palm fringed, white sand beaches while forging new friendships and listening to live reggae.

The trip is an excellent Yachtmaster preparation programme (bearing in mind it is non-tidal) with many Yachtmaster Offshore qualifying passages and intensive yacht management and leadership training. 

 
Caribbean beachesCaribbean sunset
 
WHAT'S THE PLAN?

The adventure begins when you board our yacht in Jolly Harbour.  Often the first few days are spent becoming familiarised with the yacht, stowing the provisions and exploring the island.  We will then set sail and aim to visit up to twenty islands including:
• Antigua
• Virgin Islands
• St Bart’s
• Dominica
• The Grenadines
• Grenada
• St. Lucia
• Bequia
• Nevis
While underway duties are shared amongst the crew. Each day a different person acts as skipper while the others get ‘stuck in’ with the various galley and house keeping task. Most nights will be spent at anchor using the tender to reach land.

For a further insight into those that have, ‘gone before’ don’t miss the ‘Quotes from the Boats’ and ‘Shots from the Yachts’ on our NONSTOP Sail website gallery.
 
Caribbean sailsWhat an adventure
 
SKIPPER PROFILE

JAMES DODD
Having skippered and instructed on our 2006 Caribbean Circuit, James is a seasoned pro at yachting in the West Indies. He knows which islands to visit, where the best snorkelling grounds are, the best local guides and the ‘not to be missed’ experiences. He looks forward to sharing his knowledge with another crew and making new friendships in the Caribbean sun.

 
 
THE FACTS

• Approx 2,500 nautical miles
• Visit approximately 20 islands
• Many qualifying passages
• Guaranteed sunshine
• Just as guaranteed winds!



  
 
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR PARENT COMPANY, NONSTOP Sail

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