Hi First post on the USVI and Puerto Rico thread. Posted a bunch on the BVI thread.

Well I have just completed my third cruise in the BVIs and it is time to try something new. I understand that the SVIs are the best kept secret in the sailing world and would like to experience it before it ends up like the BVIs! (bunch of frat bro Power cats with 20 courtesy flags trailing behind....<img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/duh.gif" alt="" />)

Due to costs and ease of getting to San Juan from Ottawa Canada I want to charter out of Puerto del Rey in Fajardo, Puerto Rico

Any recommendations regarding charter companies? Looking to charter a monohull this time with at least 4 cabins (seems like most monohulls in Fajardo are only 3.

Also thinking about getting formally certified in ASA 103, 104. Does anyone know if there is a good captain we could hire or is it best to arrange through the charter company? I know that SailCaribe offers ASA sailing course (101,103,104, 114) but don't know really anything about SailCaribe or the quality of their sailing school/captains.

Thanks for your input in advance.

Cheers!