We’re taking our first BVI charter next month and although we have hired a captain, I’m trying to learn as much as possible about itinerary options ahead of time... and looking forward to an eventual return trip when we bareboat.

I know north swell can be an issue this time of year. How do you deal with it? Are there particular mooring spots that are more protected from it? Is there a certain size of swell that makes it advisable to stay in harbor rather than head out to the next planned stop?

Sorry for the total newbie questions. I’m used to operating our boat on Lake Erie — obviously a totally different experience!