Well, the BVIs, Trinidad & Tobago, and Jamaica are the only English speaking Caribbean countries, along with the French Caribbean countries, that still have their sea ports closed. I can tell you that there is a lot of resentment in the USVIs towards the yacht seizures, lack of safe passage, and spiraling fees for entry. The last time we took our private boat to the BVIs in February 2020 I needed a score card to understand all the fees. Returning to the USVI we pay no fees and check in with an app.

I can see Norman Island from my home anchorage. We'll visit again when the ports are open and quarantine is not required.

Cheers, RickG


S/V Echoes, 2003 Beneteau 423
Grenada