Our recent trip to the Dry Tortugas and the imposing Fort Jefferson ended up being more than a touristy day out or a history lesson in coastal fortresses. The whole experience was a reminder of the plight of Cuban migrants, the present immigration crisis, and the uncertain future these people face. Why was it so […]
If you watched any of our Hurricane Ian series, you’ll know that this hurricane season hit way too close to home. We’re thrilled to say goodbye to that aspect of 2022, and today in Key West, we’re on our way to a celebration of the end of hurricane season. The Conch Republic Navy even holds […]
The best thing about this lifestyle: there’s always another adventure downwind. In this episode, we dropped the lines, said goodbye to Cabbage Key, and began the 17-hour trip to Key West. We had calm seas at first, but with 12 hours to go, the wind picked up. It was the roughest passage we’ve had yet. […]
We’ve made it! It’s finally time to leave the dock and set sail on the adventure of a lifetime. After one last family goodbye—to Cole’s mom and stepdad—we spent the evening before our departure on final chores. With a few more goodbyes at Regatta Point Marina (check out what our neighbors Tom and Cheryl gave […]
