Leaving Nuku Hiva behind, dolphins escorting us out. We sailed past big squalls, thankfully with no one getting hurt or sick. The passage was smooth, blessed by a beautiful sunrise. Destination: the serene, clear blue waters of the Tuamotus. #Tuamotus #SailingLife #OceanAdventure #IslandHopping #SouthPacific #Sailing #Adventure #Travel Check out our latest video here: https://youtu.be/6i5VvRy799U In this episode of Sailing AWEN, we leave Marquesas and sail to the Tuamotus Archipelago. We make an adventure out of rainy days, learn how to float our chain, enjoy learning about bommies, and discover the most healthy, big and beautiful coral reef we have ever seen! While sailing full-time and living aboard our catamaran, we continue to learn what AWEN and her sails like and the pacific passage offers many opportunities improve. We’re sailing full-time aboard AWEN, our Outremer 52 performance catamaran, continuing our bluewater sailing journey. From offshore passages and ocean sailing to the quieter, human moments that make life afloat so meaningful, we share the real highs, challenges, and surprises of liveaboard catamaran life.

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BVI Catamaran Sailing Charters Vs San Blas Catamaran Sailing Charters There is no clear winner in this battle, it ultimately depends on what you are looking for and what you call "Paradise". The exponential increase in large cruise ships carrying vast amounts of tourists to the major sailing charter destinations in the Caribbean including the BVIs has bought the corresponding deterioration of the once peaceful and picturesque anchorages and other locations. What was once the most requested sailing locations are not only losing their charm, but also giving way to a totally different type of tourism, and one that will completely change the scene. Not that the BVIs, the USVIs are totally lost, but hey! it is just not the same as years before. Back in 2019 before the pandemic, the number of cruise ships were already noticeable. Fast forward to 2022 and in the post pandemic scenario, the numbers are well above the 500k cruise passengers/year. Unexpected boost | More than 64K in cruise passengers coming this season Let’s face it: for tax collection purposes, governments of the major sailing charter destinations will always prefer to profit from major operators like Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Lines and others, rather than trying to collect their taxes from a myriad of small charter operators or even worst, yacht owners licensed to charter their own catamaran or sailboat. This fact plays a major role in the transformation of the off the beaten path sailing destinations into a more "tourist-friendly" locations with all kinds of services, including popular tourist attractions... Not all in the BVIs is bad, for one, for once you have the best catamarans available in the market and a lot of them can be rented as bareboat, such thing does not occur in San Blas. Our catamarans have attached an all inclusive service including captain, cook and provisioning and the cost at a first glance is higher than renting a catamaran elsewhere. Main reason why bareboat charters are not possible: San Blas is a labyrinth of reefs and hidden navigation dangers Why is it like this and why is the price of catamaran sailing charters are more in the San Blas islands in comparison to the BVIs? San Blas and the more than the 365 islands that comprise this archipelago, not only are the most secluded part of the Caribbean, but they are also extremely hard to navigate and that should only be attempted by local captains. Food, water, decent diesel etc, is not only overpriced but 40 miles out of the away No marinas or any repair facility within easy reach. Added to this scenario there is also the peculiarities of the Guna people and their "shailas" or chiefs who do not permit any major player not connected in any way and to the local population of indigenous. Moorings, Sunsail and Dream Yacht Charter in San Blas? Conclusion: Choose a catamaran charter in the BVIs for the regular sailing experience, social exposure and similar culture and ways. Choose sailing San Blas on a catamaran for a mix of secluded anchorages, untouched nature with vibrant underwater life and an the cultural enrichment derived from interaction with the Guna Indigenous. Catamaran Adventures San Blas

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✅ Onesails North Italy x #ecoracer30 nlcomp® is excited to introduce OneSails North Italy as Official Technical Sponsor for the 2023 season, setting sail with us onboard the brand new Ecoracer 30 One Design! At #nlcomp, we believe in forging partnerships that blend innovation and performance. OneSails North Italy embodies these values perfectly. We're thrilled to announce that the Ecoracer 30 will be equipped with cutting-edge 4T FORTE™ recyclable sails. 4T FORTE™ are the first “green sails”. Membranes and their assembly have been engineered for highest standards in terms of environmental impact and recyclable options. Glues, resins and solvents have been replaced by heat fusion and the base polymer is 100% recyclable in a standard waste separation process. 🎥 DD Experience #nlcomp #onesails #onesailsinternational

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