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Re: Itineraries - how often do u make / stick to them
[Re: jho]
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06/22/2018 09:03 AM
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kneafseym
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When running crewed charters I would never let guests setup an itinerary, I would plan stops according to what you liked, beaches, bars, diving etc. The reason is that it can set you up for disappointment if you don't go all the places you want to. I would have guests spend 45 minutes at Baths and be ready to move, others would spend 6 hours. So you have to have time flexibility.
I used to think I could sail you around BVI for 3 weeks and not repeat a day. Perhaps there are certain events you might want to hit, but realize things have to give before or after.
Other factors are out of your control, weather, cruiseship crowds, boat issues.
The only itinerary to do is plan your next trip.
Mike
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Re: Itineraries - how often do u make / stick to them
[Re: jho]
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06/22/2018 10:22 AM
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RickG
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Whether you go or whether you stay all depends on the weather!
Sometimes those 30kt+ gusts from the east blow you where they want, not where you want. Sometime it makes sense to go from Jost to Anegada depending on the winds.
We make a list of things we would like to do and decide day to day. Water and fuel are the only limitations.
Cheers, RickG
S/V Echoes, 2003 Beneteau 423 Grenada
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Re: Itineraries - how often do u make / stick to them
[Re: jho]
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06/22/2018 10:59 AM
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Sea&SkiPJ
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Are the baths anymore crowded on Saturday/Sunday than other days?
I'm going to keep it loose but make a dock reservation as Sea&skiPJ says; we were planning a 2 day stop at Leverick based on lots of great feedback midway, but don't want to fight a cruise ship crowd at the baths on Saturday a.m. on our way there. We're also hitting the baths on a Saturday. Our plan is to stay at Leverick, rent a car, and drive down to the baths...better than fighting for moorings, IMO.
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Re: Itineraries - how often do u make / stick to them
[Re: jho]
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06/22/2018 12:40 PM
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maytrix
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We made an itinerary when we first started our trips. Probably did it the first 3-4 trips at least. We did pretty much stick to it. Wouldn't have been a big deal if we hadn't been able to but conditions typically allowed for it. I think it is helpful to plan it out, especially for your first trip - go through the guide books, figure out the places you want to stop. Just don't feel you have to stick to it. Prioritize the places you really want to get to and the places that you'd like to but might not be as important.
Even when we've pretty much stuck to an itinerary, we have made adjustments here and there. Being flexible is key.
Matt
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Re: Itineraries - how often do u make / stick to them
[Re: jho]
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06/24/2018 08:39 AM
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Steve27
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I usually make a #1 itinerary and try to stick to it. I also make a substitution list along the route as a back-up plan. The key as everyone says it stay flexible. The beauty of bareboating is its YOUR schedule. Only thing I am mindful when down there is the weather and time to get to the next spot. Best advice it can give you since its your first trip down is you will not see everything. The best part is I think you will be back many times to see more and more. I discover something new every time we go down and cruise. It is one of the most relaxing and best vacations we do.
Smooth Sailing!
Cruising the local waters here in SC and GA. Love the BVIs and miss the Tradewinds!
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Re: Itineraries - how often do u make / stick to them
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06/24/2018 10:50 AM
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Dreamer
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Plans? We don't need no stinking plans...
Rum...the seventh level of concentration - G.B Shaw
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Re: Itineraries - how often do u make / stick to them
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06/24/2018 01:16 PM
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Steve27
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Plans? We don't need no stinking plans... Why I never go with anyone that does not have a plan.
Cruising the local waters here in SC and GA. Love the BVIs and miss the Tradewinds!
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