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This was NOT the Caribbean we expected.
Sailing south through the Eastern Caribbean brought us to Guadeloupe—and what we found completely surprised us.
After leaving St. Kitts and Nevis and making a quick stop in Montserrat, we sailed Isla into Deshaies, Guadeloupe, ready to get off the boat and e...
Have We Made a Huge Mistake?
Last week we wept as Declan and Ivan sailed off to Mexico to join a sailing cargo ship bound for the northern Atlantic and ultimately Hamburg. Their first contact with us when they reached the boat on Cozumel, left us wondering if we had made a huge mistake.
Meanwhile R...
After 8 Years...It's Time to Say Goodbye
And just like that...a chapter comes to a close. After eight years of live aboard sailing around the world, where Declan and Ivan have grown from boys to capable, adventurous young men, they are jumping ship, bound for Mexico to join a 106 year old sail...
Family Sailing Adventure Wasn't Supposed To End Like This
After safely sailing our damaged catamaran south from Antigua to Guadeloupe, we make one final stop in the breathtaking archipelago of Les Saintes, home to one of the Caribbean's most beautiful natural harbours and the best baguett...
We CRASHED our SAILBOAT....NOW WHAT?
What do you do after crashing your sailboat into rocks?
With holes in our catamaran and only temporary repairs completed, we set sail from Antigua to Guadeloupe, in the Caribbean, hoping our temporary fixes will hold.
abut this episode isn't just about re...
Three thousand years ago, following a large pumice eruption, the Étang Sec (French for Dry Pond) caldera was then formed. The 1902 eruption took place within the Étang Sec crater. This eruption formed many pyroclastic flows and produced a dome that filled the caldera. Mount Pelée continued to erupt ...
In today's episode we get one last fun day to explore Les Saintes, Guadeloupe before setting sail again and moving on. The sea conditions aren't the best & the anchorages not the safest - but do the pros outweigh the cons in this lifestyle?
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Todays' episode gets a lil spicy - and wet! And informative and action packed so grab a snack and enjoy!
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In today's episode we visit an anchorage WELL KNOWN for Death In Paradise... we scramble around the village to check-in to the country but how long will we survive? Oh and we show you grocery shopping too :) lol the drama
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Good morning everyone! Antigua has been a blast, but our short and sweet time here has passed and at sunrise we sail off anchor towards Guadeloupe. Come with us !
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This time on Distant Shores we get the boat tuned up for a winter of sailing in the Caribbean. With guest crew onboard learning the ropes, we island-hop from Antigua to Saint Martin, push our ePropulsion electric outboard to it's limit with a range check and towing test, then do a night sail to...
We complete our loop; Antigua, Sint Maarten, British Virgin Islands, USVI, St Croix, and Guadeloupe.
This trip is always bittersweet, given that it marks our return home to Antigua. We love Antigua, and it’s our home base, but it means the adventure sailing is coming to an end. Soon it’ll be summe...
We complete the final portion of our 200nm offshore passage from St Croix to Iles des Saintes, Guadeloupe, and find things exactly as we left them last year. Paradise on earth, honestly.
Iles des Saintes is a collection of small islands south of the main butterfly island of Guadeloupe, and the loca...
In certain months of the Caribbean sailing season you can almost be assured of getting hit by squalls. As I mention in this episode, when doing short island-to-island hops, you can sometimes adjust your departure in such a way as to avoid them. But if you’re forced to sail between noon and three o’c...
As the Caribbean hurricane season approaches it's time to start heading south!
The episode begins with a surprise storm slamming the St Martin anchorage; high winds, rough seas, dragging boats - not good for someone who went out the night before! 😳 It's a quick insight into how unexpecte...
Some of the biggest waves we've seen while sailing we saw on the east coast of Guadeloupe. We start making our way towards Antigua & Barbuda with a few surprises, including local cooking class with Nicole's Table and other local faire.
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🚤⛵ SAILING, WING FOILING & LATE-NIGHT POKER: ISLAND LIFE IN GUADELOUPE & DOMINICA! 🎉🌊
🔥 This week is packed with adventure! From island hopping in Guadeloupe to renting scooters, playing poker until 1:30 AM, and battling heavy winds to re-anchor in the dark, we’re taking you along for the w...
Welcome back to Banana Pancakes! This week’s episode is packed with adventure, family moments, and a bit of engine trouble as we explore the stunning island of Guadeloupe. From celebrating Kami’s 37th birthday to hiking an active volcano, snorkeling pristine waters, and experiencing the rich history...
Chill Sail to Antigua & the Wildest Ride to Guadeloupe | Family Sailing Adventure
We set off on a smooth, laid-back sail to Antigua, soaking in the sunshine, salty breeze, and rolling waves. While the Banana Pancakes crew adjusted to life at sea, the kids dove into homeschooling on board, balan...
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Guadeloupe, where you can indulge in thrilling scuba diving experiences and bask in the warmth of its captivating tropical beaches.
Join Kristen & Jeff aboard their vintage Hallberg Rassy 352 sailboat as they encounter a swarm of ants all over their solar panels while cruising in Guadeloupe! Explore how this unexpected boat guest disrupted their Caribbean sailing trip and the adventurous solutions they found.
Get ready for a wild ride as we explore the Emerald of the Caribbean: Guadeloupe! Join Leading the Escapade on an epic sailing adventure through breathtaking landscapes and pristine waters.
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