ParaSailing in the Virgin Islands: Soaring over Paradise
Ahoy! And welcome back! The Virgin Islands have a way of pulling you in and when visiting you want to see as much as you can. Clear blue water, hidden coves, rolling green hills—and when you see it all from above, it’s something else entirely. Parasailing here isn’t just a sport. It’s freedom and a…
“Fun”-damentals of the U.S. Virgin Islands
Ahoy! Welcome aboard and settle in to learn some “fun”-damentals about these islands we call home. Back when we first started doing blogs we gave you a quick run down of interesting facts about the Virgin Islands, but we thought it was time to share a little more about what makes these islands so darn…
Carnival – St. John 2025!
It’s Carnival Time On St. John! Ahoy! And welcome aboard! Ready for a grand celebration? Nothing says “party” better than carnival in the Virgin Islands, and St. John’s lineup for 2025 is ready to begin. Each of the Virgin Islands have their own carnival celebrations, but on the little island of St. John, the festival…
27′ Hydrasport – Buccaneer
Enjoy this Photo Gallery of recent pictures of our 27′ HydraSport – Buccaneer. Photos are continually updated and added to the Gallery. Enjoy!!
Lion Fish Roundup
Lionfish Roundup Ahoy! And welcome aboard as we dive into our beautiful, clear aqua-infused waters in search of that invasive predator of the Caribbean known as The Lionfish. On June 20th and 21st, Stormy Pirates will be sponsoring a team of six crew members who will be participating in this year’s Lionfish Derby, an…
Photo Gallery: Sailing Catamarans – SP1 & SP2
Enjoy this Photo Gallery of recent pictures of our sailing catamarans; SP1 & Sp2 Photos are continually updated and added to the Gallery. Enjoy!!
Roam App – USA Check in process
The following Stormy Pirates vessels are NOW approved for check in to the USA via the ROAM ap. Stormy Petrel Pirates Penny Pirates Passion Pirates Priorities SP1 SP2 If you are joining us on a PRIVATE, BVI trip and all guests on board the vessel are USA Passport Holders, we may be able to skip…
In an Octopus’s Garden
In An Octopus’s Garden Ahoy! Remember that tune by The Beatles titled “Octopus’s Garden?” The chorus was: I’d like to be Under the sea In an octopus’s garden In the shade Well, that song could well be an anthem for the Virgin Islands where more than a few octopuses roam. When I first came…
7 Reasons to Schedule a Virgin Islands Vacation NOW!!
Ahoy! Thinking about planning a trip to the Virgin Islands but haven’t pulled the trigger just yet? Well, welcome aboard and read about seven good reasons not to delay those plans! Easter signals one of the busiest weeks of the year in the Virgin Islands. Good Friday, Easter Sunday and even Easter Monday are…
Back to the Basics – The 3 R’s of the VI
Ahoy! Let’s get back to basics this spring and focus on the three “R”s of the Virgin Islands – Rest, Relax and Rejuvenate. Welcome aboard and follow along as we give some pointers on where to find the best places to indulge in restorative practices on these beautiful islands. REST: To cease work or…
A Toast to the Irish Caribbeans
A Toast to the Irish Caribbeans Ahoy! Do you know there’s a wee bit ‘o Irish scattered about the Caribbean islands? It’s true, even the Virgin Islands can boast about Celtic ties. I remember traveling to St. Kitts one March and seeing Irish flags and shamrocks decorating several homes and bars and finding it…
Romance in the Virgin Islands
Romance with the Virgins Ahoy! Looking for a unique way to say, “I love you!,” to someone special? Well, “Welcome aboard,” because we have a few suggestions you might want to pursue. Of course, chocolates and roses are always appreciated, but if you’re looking for something original as well as fun, beautiful and romantic then…