•Be Flexible
Maybe you have your eyes set on going to the Bahamas but suddenly find yourself with a better offer to sail to Aruba. Take what you can get and enjoy the journey. Its also helpful to learn the Caribbean sailing schedules. Many sailors work around the rainy seasons, hurricane season, and high tourist seasons.
•Be flexible with finances as well. Some sailboat owners will be willing to take you along for just your help around the boat. Others will ask for you to contribute to gas and food. If anyone asks you to pay $100+ each/per day, they are looking to make a profit off of it… just say no thanks and keep looking.
Chelsea Schmidt (to be continued)