Sailing!

I don't think I can begin to describe what an incredible time I had sailing. We flew into Canouan Island (St. Vincent and the Grenadines) and sailed to many different islands which were all beautiful. Every night featured a gorgeous sunset and wonderful stargazing. The natives were all super friendly and we met numerous travelers from all over the world, some on short sailing trips like us, some who were sailing around the world, and some who had taken permanent residence on their boats. Each day's sail was exciting and I got to help raise the sails, drive the boat, swab the deck, lookout for pirates, and other exciting duties. The snorkeling is also very good, as we saw all sorts of tropical fish, some exciting coral reefs, turtles, rays, snakes, and there even was a small shark sighting.

Some of my favorite highlights include having drinks on Happy Island, so named by the local who built the island out on the reef by hand using conch shells, taking him five years. The island houses one bar, and that's what makes it a happy place.

Swimming from the boat to numerous beautiful beaches.

Seeing a ship and island used in the first Pirates of the Carribean movie.

Not worrying about work and having a great vacation!