{"id":9098,"date":"2018-08-12T09:59:27","date_gmt":"2018-08-12T14:59:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sailpandora.com\/?p=9098"},"modified":"2018-08-23T07:16:15","modified_gmt":"2018-08-23T12:16:15","slug":"why-you-will-want-to-make-antigua-your-destination-this-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sailpandora.com\/?p=9098","title":{"rendered":"What’s in store when you arrive in Antigua? Read on…"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you follow this blog you know that I am the Port Captain in Antigua for the Salty Dawg Fall Rally to the Caribbean<\/a> this fall.\u00a0 The rally has a number of destinations and I will admit that I am biased about where you should make landfall.<\/p>\n

In particular, I think that you should make your destination Antigua.\u00a0 And, it’s all about what happens once you arrive.\u00a0 In spite of what some say, it’s not all about the journey and after an ocean run of over 1,000 miles, you will be ready for some R&R and have we got some great R&R in store for you.<\/p>\n

I have gotten a number of questions about what is planned for those who do the rally or join us in Antigua, so here goes.\u00a0 Some have also asked me if they could join in with the fun even if they don’t do the rally and the answer is YES!<\/p>\n

We’d hope that you would decide to join the Salty Dawg Sailing Association but that’s up to you, so come to the party.\u00a0 N0, make that “parties” as there are plenty of events coming your way in Antigua.<\/p>\n

Better yet, if you are one of the many Dawgs that have been down in Grenada or Trinidad for the summer, sail north to Antigua in November and join us.\u00a0 It’s not that far, really, and I promise we’ll make it worth the trip.<\/p>\n

The arrival activities are slated to begin when the bulk of the boats in the rally arrive in Antigua so for planning purposes, they are slated to kick off on November 13th and run for nearly 10 days.<\/p>\n

Let’s call it “A Week of Celebration, Antigua style”<\/p>\n

The goal is to tap into the best of what Antigua has to offer and to do so in a way that won’t break the bank.<\/p>\n

So, with that in mind, we will be hosting a series of fun events to celebrate your arrival in Antigua, wherever you come from.<\/p>\n

It’s all centered on Nelson’s dockyard, arguably the most spectacular destination in the Caribbean.\u00a0 \u00a0I am working with the National Parks commissioner to arrange for discounted dockage, probably somewhere in the $.50US\/ft\/day, a bargain in a spot as beautiful as this.\"\"Nelson\u2019s Dockyard: <\/a>\u00a0The plan is for all “Dawgs” to tie up along the dock for a week of fun.\u00a0 This historic dockyard is one of the most beautiful and well-protected harbors in the Caribbean.\u00a0 Nelson\u2019s Dockyard, the only operating Georgian Dockyard in the world, was once home to the British Royal Navy.\u00a0 \u00a0You will be in the heart of the Salty Dawg Arrival activities when you join the fleet here.<\/p>\n

You can also anchor in Falmouth or even in English Harbor but wherever you are, these events await…<\/p>\n

Tuesday, November 13th it all begins…<\/strong><\/p>\n

Antigua Sailing Center Happy Hour:\u00a0 Overlooking beautiful Falmouth Harbor, the sailing center is active for local sailors.\u00a0 Join us for drinks and appetizers at special happy hour prices.\u00a0\u00a0 $5 US payable at the door and cash bar.\"\"<\/p>\n

Thursday, November 15th<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rhum, Reggae and Art:\u00a0 Join us for an evening of fun to celebrate the season opening of Rhythm of Blue Art Gallery,<\/a> located between Falmouth and English Harbor.\u00a0 There will be a local Reggae band on hand to set the mood along with complimentary light snacks, rum drinks as well as beer and wine for sale at very reasonable \u201chappy hour\u201d prices.\u00a0 Who knows, you might win a prize.\"\"<\/p>\n

Friday, November 16th<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Royal Navy Tot Club of Antigua and Barbuda:\u00a0 <\/a>\u00a0An evening with this group was one of our most popular events last fall.\u00a0\u00a0 The \u201cTot Club\u201d grows out of the\u00a0 discontinued tradition of issuing a \u201ctot\u201d of rum to all officers and seamen in the Royal Navy.\u00a0 Learn about local British navy history and raise a glass with fellow Dawgs and Tot Club members all for $3 US, such a deal, payable at the door.\u00a0 Includes a \u201ctot\u201d of fine rum in a fabulous historic location.\u00a0 Drinks at happy hour prices are also available.\"\"<\/p>\n

Saturday, November 17th<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fleet Welcome Happy Hour at Admiral\u2019s Inn<\/a>:\u00a0 This venue, in the heart of Nelson\u2019s dockyard, is arguably the most scenic venue in the area.\u00a0\u00a0 Our fleet will be treated to drinks at happy hour drink prices as well as supplied light hors d\u2019oeurves.\u00a0 $10 cover charge, per person, payable at the door.<\/p>\n

It’s a spectacular venue.\u00a0\"\"Our arriving skippers and crew last fall.\u00a0\"\"<\/p>\n

Sunday, November 18<\/strong><\/p>\n

Antigua Yacht Club Member\/Guest Welcome Reception:\u00a0\u00a0 Enjoy appetizers and even a welcome rum drink, compliments of the Yacht Club.\u00a0 This event is a must as we meet local members of this wonderful club overlooking beautiful Falmouth Harbor.\u00a0 Government dignitaries will be invited as well as members of the Marine Trades Association so you can meet businesses that can solve any problems you might have with your boat.\u00a0\u00a0 Cash bar.\"\"<\/p>\n

Monday, November 19th<\/strong><\/p>\n

North Sails Open House at the Loft:\u00a0 Complimentary beer, wine and snacks at the North Sails Loft,<\/a>\u00a0English Harbor along with fun door prizes.\u00a0 You can’t beat free!<\/p>\n

Tuesday, November 20th<\/strong><\/p>\n

Safe Arrival Welcome Dinner, Admiral\u2019s Inn:\u00a0 Held poolside at Boom restaurant<\/a>, at the Admiral\u2019s Inn<\/a> with a breathtaking view of English Harbor, this enormously popular event celebrating our arrival, will feature a barbecue dinner overlooking beautiful historic Nelson\u2019s Dockyard in English Harbor. (reasonable fee)\"\"<\/p>\n

Thursday, November 22nd<\/strong><\/p>\n

Thanksgiving Dinner at the Antigua Yacht Club<\/a>:\u00a0 To be held at the Antigua Yacht Club and managed by Angie in \u201cthe Clubhouse.\u201d\u00a0 This event with a popular local band will carry a modest fee and will also be open to all Antigua Yacht Club members.\"\"And, if you and your crew need some shore-time, the Admiral\u2019s Inn is offering rooms for arriving crew and skippers at very attractive \u201cdawg rates\u201d starting at around $150 per night.\u00a0 Contact The Admiral\u2019s Inn<\/a> for more information.\u00a0 Mention that you are with SDSA for these rates.\"\"And, of course, on the “off nights” there will be informal pot luck dinners and cocktails behind our boats in Nelson’s Dockyard.<\/p>\n

Finally, can’t decide where you want to cruise this winter?\u00a0 Antigua is ideally situated for cruising farther south as well as making your way, on a civilized broad reach of course, toward the Virgins, Puerto Rico and the Bahamas later in the season.<\/p>\n

Oh yeah, one more thing.\u00a0 If you hang out in Antigua for New Year’s Eve, you’ll see spectacular fireworks in the Dockyard.\u00a0 It’s not to be missed.\u00a0\"\"But best of all, all season long, you’ll see sunsets like this.\u00a0 \"\"So, there you have it and there’s lots in store when you join us in Antigua.<\/p>\n

Still not convinced?\u00a0 Need more information?\u00a0 Contact me, Antigua Port Captain, Bob Osborn, bob@saltydawgsailing.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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