Our yacht, ’Second Chance' was recently the stage for an upscale modelling shoot.  It was absolutely fantastic to see all these glamorous, gorgeous girls showcasing an exquisite range of luxury beachwear on our boat.  We were very pleased with how everything went quite simply, the shoot progressed seamlessly.  Our cabins were used as dressing rooms, the galley provided cold water and light refreshments and the deck, trampoline and sails were utilised as the perfect props and backdrops.  We were moored very close to our home berth at Port St. Charles Marina so there was also a stunning Caribbean beach in the background.

The sea was calm as a lake so hardly any movement to upset the photographer, there were no strong breezes to alter the models hair styles and even the sun co-operated making sure that it wasn’t too hot to cause shiny make-up on otherwise flawless skin.  Our speciality has always been tailor made cruises, created to suit your needs, but this one we  have to admit, we were really lucky with. It was a great day and a very successful fashion shoot

This weekend brings huge festivities with the 78th Anniversary of the Mount Gay Round Barbados  Yacht Race.  For those of you not familiar with our coast line, this is no mean feat.  On our West we are flanked by the calm, crystal clear waters of The Caribbean but to our East is the rough and unpredictable Atlantic with rips, cross currents and waves that can frequently reach 8-10ft, certainly not welcoming sailing conditions even for the most experienced skipper.

The race itself dates back to the 19th Century and is based upon bragging rights for the fastest trading schooner.   This prize brought not only glory but also continued and steady work at a time when there was massive rivalry to get cargo delivered ahead of the competition.  The winning Captain could be assured of work and consequently income.  So, while most sailed for this incentive, there was also a consolation prize for the slowest boat which consisted of a barrel of Mount Gay Rum.  In true Caribbean rum drinking style, this prize had to be abandoned after two boats remained out at sea for two days, stalling to win the rum.  

We have had some wonderful sailing conditions over the past week, absolute perfection.  So when we read about all of the snow storms in Canada, the flooding in the UK and a Polar Freeze in The United States, we feel almost guilty to be this fortunate.   

Those adverse climes are quite hard for us to comprehend, especially since so many of our population have never even seen snow and many of us don't even own coats.  

Whatever the weather, we do hope that all of our visitors and their loved ones keep safe and warm and that their homes remain in tact and free from damage.  Keeping you all protected and safe and fit to visit us again soon. 

We so hope that you all had a lovely Christmas and New Years Eve.   Yet again, we were very lucky with a perfect private charter dinner cruise for fourteen people.  

There is something very magical about cruising in the dark, the ocean is quiet and the waves lap the side of the boat but you can't see them.  You seem to just cut through the water whilst looking at all of the sparkling lights ashore, anticipation mounting.  

On New Years Eve, we moor just off the famous Sandy Lane Beach so that we can get a birds eye view of all the West Coast firework displays.  It is a true vista that ranges from The Cliff Restaurant to our home at Port St. Charles Marina.  

We take an easy cruise up to Sandy Lane, where many boats are already moored waiting.  The fireworks barge arrives, slowly, just before midnight and the excitement begins to mount. Each year we wonder if they will make it on time but they always do and then suddenly out of the quiet there is that amazing moment when the sky just explodes in colour and noise.  It truly is an amazing way to start a New Year.