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In all the places we drop our anchor, we seem to always have a project to do on Uma. But we also try our best to make time to explore and get a feel for each area. We were amazed to see that San Juan has distinctively two sides: The full of big box stores ...

While we were in Samana, we got a bunch of good projects done including installing our windlass which our backs will be extremely happy about. On our very last day, after we had our passports stamped and were ready to haul up the anchor, an unfortunate eve...

With the airports open, we find a flight and return to our floating home in the DR. A few quick stops in Santo Domingo to pick up everything we need to add a few life changing improvements to our boat. We'll be doing a more in depth review and installat...

While we were in Samana, we got to take part in a very special treat. Taking Uma into a 5 star Marina was not something high in our priority list. BUT because everything is so cheap here, and a big thanks to a few friends visiting, we all pitched in to ...

We waited and waited in Haiti for the perfect wind to sail East to the Dominican Republic. It was a perfect sail. Calm enough to enjoy a nice spa day onboard. After 3 days at sea, we we're excited to see land once more and await all the new adventures that...

There was a few last minute things to do in Cap Haitien before leaving Haiti and heading to the DR. But first, it was my Birthday! So we needed to celebrate it right. For my birthday, I not only had the most awesome surprise from Dan and our Cap friends, b...

While still in North Haiti, our days were full of fun activities, including scuba diving, sailing with friends and playing around in a Multi-million dollar playground. If you enjoyed this episode, please give this video a thumbs up, it helps us out a bunc...

After we had a very productive week in Mole St Nicolas, we sailed over to Labadee, and have... a completely opposite experience inolving drinking, power boats, castles and a lot of screaming. If you enjoyed this episode, please give this video a thumbs u...

We ended up spending a week in Mole St Nicolas. During that time, we tackled a few boat projects, enjoyed a few super cheap meals at the local hotel, and even went sailing with our friend Jimmy. After a few days in the BEST anchorage in Haiti, we were sad ...

We may not be the superstitious type, but Friday the 13th turned out to be quite the day! Dolphins, double rainbow, gale force winds, full moon AND we sailed into our next anchorage safe and sound. We hope you enjoy the beauty and magic of St. Nicolas as...

While taking care of a few remaining tasks in Port au Prince before we set sail again, we were interrupted when we got a call that our boat had drifted and had run aground! We also partied hard with friends before, quite literally, sailing off into the sun...

When we take the time to explore Haiti's true roots, we realize how its unique natural elements can be the highlight of this country's future. Instead of focusing on the ugly and the problem, we should let its beauty shine, and focus on the solution. I str...