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Re: Thanksgiving BVI
[Re: ggffrr11]
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05/23/2024 06:05 AM
05/23/2024 06:05 AM
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I have typically sailed in March but switched to the week just before Thanksgiving in 2022 and will do so again this year. Found it to be much less crowded and the weather was great. No problem getting mooring balls or reservations at restaurants. Prices for everything were outrageous but I think that problem is here to stay. No ground swells. the only downside for us is the fact that it's the end of hurricane season so we bought travel insurance. I have always liked going to the BVI in March as it gives me something to look forward to all winter - but everything in boating is a compromise, right?
Jeff Tug William B
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Re: Thanksgiving BVI
[Re: steve74]
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05/23/2024 02:14 PM
05/23/2024 02:14 PM
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onlymedication
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The "Christmas winds" typically pick back up in early/mid December, which typically means brisker Northerly winds, less humidity, clearer skies and less frequent rain showers, etc. I believe this weather pattern tends to hold pretty firm through February, maybe even in to March.
We have to remember, obviously, that Thanksgiving is only an American holiday. Charter pricing and flight pricing from the states is likely to be higher around this time due to that, but I would expect things would be more of what you would expect for a typical "shoulder season" in the anchorages and on shore. I don't think this is a common time for Euro's or Canadians to get to the BVI.
Late November is tail end of hurricane season, pretty low, but not zero risk. The waters are also still warm, but you have breeze and it's not as hot and less mosquito's. Every time of year is a great time to go, as noted above, no matter your date, there are tradeoffs of cost, crowding, weather patterns, etc. Even if you pick just the right time of year, there is always still a chance it rains all week.
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