Huub, I’m so grateful for this information & video. I’m an older guy (74) and also have a 30’ sailboat. It’s very likely I will be sailing solo as well. Comfort is a big factor for me. I can’t thank you enough for this video! R/Jim Grigsby Virginia Beach
I have never sailed before and new at learning and your videos are very helpful. I am a slow learner but usually get better than most at what ever I do.
This is the most informative and comprehensive overview of the locations and processes that I have ever seen on all of the channels I follow! I may not need this data this year, but certainly next. I’m bookmarking this video.
What a wonderful tool for new sailors of the East Caribbean. You are so warm and friendly! Very informative and well done, Huub! Enjoyable to watch even if you're not planning to sail the East Caribbean.
Lots of very useful information to help with not only sailing the Caribbean but sailing in general. The graphics were well done and your on screen delivery was quite good. Thanks for sharing.
For those that forgot to take notes on the islands covered: 2:19 St. Martin Start Point including check in information. 7:08 Grenada Start Point including Check in Information 1:00:16 Grenadines/St. Vincents 1:05:23 Bequai Details 1:06:58 St. Vincents - Only Brief Info 1:07:28 St. Lucia - Anchoring Location Only 1:13:47 Martinique - In Detail 1:25:26 Domenica - In Detail 1:30:39 Guadeloupe - Check In details 1:39:59 Antigua - In Detail 1:44:00 St. Kitts - Some info 1:45:30 St. Martin - More Nfo Note on using his sail data, the draft of his Alberg 30 is 4' 4" (1.3m) so be mindful of your draft and depth.
Huub, this was the best, THE BEST, all inclusive video I have seen on sailing!!! You sure have been through it. I like the little details. I have forwarded this video to a young friend that is acquiring his 1st boat in a Month. He knows less than you did. But hopefully this will help him. THANK YOU SO MUCH! 🙏❤🇺🇸⛵👣🤗
Oh, one question. He wants to get started in TH-cam and is basically using his phone right now. What editing software would you recommend? Thanks so much.
Really nice video Huub! A lot to digest here so may take a couple of viewings, but this is a useful summary and tool for those just starting out in the Caribbean
You are so good at showing us couch potatoes the way to be a full time sailor ... you are a get it done kind of guy ... thank you for teaching us ... ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊
Hell yeah broo 🤙🏾 thank you so much for it!! I plan next year to buy my sailboat in the caribbean and cruise around! Gives me an idea where to start! Someone reccomend to buy a boat im martiniqe?
Hi Huub, would the topic for a video of what is absolutely necessary for cruising and sailing on a sailboat be of interest to you? Some kind of a minimalist list for want to be sailors on a budget and what is needed for it, for navigation and survival.
@@HuubVlogs Also some sort of monthly expenses lets say for a typical month of you cruising how much it costs to cruise. Not sure if you would be comfortable of disclosing your own expenses or just a video of general expenses monthly cruising were you are would be highly appreciated. All the best.
What do you think about the usefulness of local cruiser networks as a resource (places to visit on a new island, or not; best places for groceries, fuel, other services, etc; weather window discussions; possible buddy-boating arrangements for next passages; social get-togethers, etc). I've heard there's an active cruisers-net in Grenada - I'm guessing other islands have them too? How to you find them? - via VHF upon arriving? local Facebook pages?
Hi! There are local cruiser nets in every "big" anchorage. You'll meet a lot of other cruisers already on your way to check-in. If I want to listen to the cruiser net, I ask one of the other cruisers in the anchorage what it is. Most people will know it! Once you are "doing it", all that information will arrive quickly after you arrive at a new place... :)
@@HuubVlogs That's a pity, because with all the places that you visit, your contribution would be very useful to other cruisers eg some of the small fresh produce markets, beach bars, snack huts, walking trails etc
You really should censor your personal information on your RYA Certificate including dob and all reference numbers. Congrats on passing it. Must you do Coastal first or can skip? Great channel. A lot of work put in for all the directions and animations
Okay, so your you're great and this video is terrific BUT I think you missed a big opportunity. 1:48hr is too long. You could have broken it into 4 parts. I'll have to pause it and come back again later.
I think you should be more specific regarding January 6 when it comes to voter fraud. Republicans need to know you do admit about voter fraud,as Donald Trump would have won. ❤
My fukn man👍 I bought a boat in St Croix and 😮I’m completely freaking out, You have calmed my expectations down, thank you 🙏 soooo much!!❤
Also looking at boats that are in the Virgin Islands! Our plan is Summer of 2026, best of luck to you.
Huub,
I’m so grateful for this information & video. I’m an older guy (74) and also have a 30’ sailboat. It’s very likely I will be sailing solo as well. Comfort is a big factor for me. I can’t thank you enough for this video!
R/Jim Grigsby
Virginia Beach
If someone wanted to fly from the United States to meet me can you suggest a location to meet me? Thanks in advance!
Thank you for your kind words Jim!
I have never sailed before and new at learning and your videos are very helpful. I am a slow learner but usually get better than most at what ever I do.
Im happy to hear that!
This video is helping me plan for my return trip from Grenada to the East coast of the USA. Thanks a lot, Richard
Thank you sir!
This is the most informative and comprehensive overview of the locations and processes that I have ever seen on all of the channels I follow! I may not need this data this year, but certainly next. I’m bookmarking this video.
What a wonderful tool for new sailors of the East Caribbean. You are so warm and friendly! Very informative and well done, Huub! Enjoyable to watch even if you're not planning to sail the East Caribbean.
Thanks Sherry!
Great video Huub, very good information .
Glad you liked it!
Lots of very useful information to help with not only sailing the Caribbean but sailing in general. The graphics were well done and your on screen delivery was quite good. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Chuck!
this is simply outstanding - must have taken ages to compile. Thank you.
Great video! I learned so much from it, especially on weather and passage planning
Glad it was helpful!
For those that forgot to take notes on the islands covered:
2:19 St. Martin Start Point including check in information.
7:08 Grenada Start Point including Check in Information
1:00:16 Grenadines/St. Vincents
1:05:23 Bequai Details
1:06:58 St. Vincents - Only Brief Info
1:07:28 St. Lucia - Anchoring Location Only
1:13:47 Martinique - In Detail
1:25:26 Domenica - In Detail
1:30:39 Guadeloupe - Check In details
1:39:59 Antigua - In Detail
1:44:00 St. Kitts - Some info
1:45:30 St. Martin - More Nfo
Note on using his sail data, the draft of his Alberg 30 is 4' 4" (1.3m) so be mindful of your draft and depth.
Amazing Video! I can learn a lot! And I will share the video to my friends !
Huub, this was the best, THE BEST, all inclusive video I have seen on sailing!!! You sure have been through it. I like the little details. I have forwarded this video to a young friend that is acquiring his 1st boat in a Month. He knows less than you did. But hopefully this will help him. THANK YOU SO MUCH! 🙏❤🇺🇸⛵👣🤗
Oh, one question. He wants to get started in TH-cam and is basically using his phone right now. What editing software would you recommend? Thanks so much.
Final Cut Pro for Mac.
Thanks Melinda!
That is indeed what I use!
@@HuubVlogs Thos is video was very informative. I have share it with a friend.
Windy That’s all you use for weather forecasts prior your departs?
Really cool video, Huub! I'm sure everyone could learn from this one!
Thanks a lot Rebecca ! I hope so too!
Really nice video Huub! A lot to digest here so may take a couple of viewings, but this is a useful summary and tool for those just starting out in the Caribbean
Thanks a lot Keith :)
Splendid video, very informative - well done and thanks!
Thanks Rich!
You are so good at showing us couch potatoes the way to be a full time sailor ... you are a get it done kind of guy ... thank you for teaching us ... ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊
Thank you Anthony!
you sir are a legend!!
Thank you very much!
That was a long vid, so much great info. I learned alot, thanx for the effort. Can you play golf on any of those islands. Again thanx for the vid.
Good question! Yes you can although i am not familiar with all the places to play golf!
Thanks so much for your content man.. LOVE your vids!
I appreciate that!
Thank you for your videos. saving for my first ⛵ 30 to 35 feet. Again thank you.
Hell yeah broo 🤙🏾 thank you so much for it!! I plan next year to buy my sailboat in the caribbean and cruise around! Gives me an idea where to start!
Someone reccomend to buy a boat im martiniqe?
What a great plan! Generally St. Martin during the season and outside of hurrican season Grenada or Martinique are considered good places
Thank you legend! Hope to meet you out there one day!
Very nice to see you tow again ❤
Thanks!
Thank you very much!
Great informative video as ever! Thank you Huub ☺️👍🏽
Thanks Jim!
De reden dat ik youtubes kijk is dat me dat reizen bespaart om het zelf te zien en rustig in Ierland blijf zeilen.😂😂😂
Wow thank you so much for the vid! So much great info and really éducative!! Keep it up !!
Grazie.
Thank you very much my friend!
Hi Huub, would the topic for a video of what is absolutely necessary for cruising and sailing on a sailboat be of interest to you? Some kind of a minimalist list for want to be sailors on a budget and what is needed for it, for navigation and survival.
Every content suggestion is always welcome!
This would be great!
@@HuubVlogs Also some sort of monthly expenses lets say for a typical month of you cruising how much it costs to cruise. Not sure if you would be comfortable of disclosing your own expenses or just a video of general expenses monthly cruising were you are would be highly appreciated. All the best.
@@melinda5777 Are you also thinking about buying a sailboat and going cruising?
Takk!
Thanks alot for this useful elaboration 😊
Thank you very much my friend!
Excellent video. Really good information! I'm now a subscriber 👍🏼
Superb! Thank you!
Great video! What are you going to do with the rest of your time during Hurricane season?
Nuttige video, moet een hoop werk zijn geweest in die weken dat je deze gemaakt hebt👍⚓😊
Haha ja, 5 weken...
What do you think about the usefulness of local cruiser networks as a resource (places to visit on a new island, or not; best places for groceries, fuel, other services, etc; weather window discussions; possible buddy-boating arrangements for next passages; social get-togethers, etc). I've heard there's an active cruisers-net in Grenada - I'm guessing other islands have them too? How to you find them? - via VHF upon arriving? local Facebook pages?
Hi! There are local cruiser nets in every "big" anchorage. You'll meet a lot of other cruisers already on your way to check-in. If I want to listen to the cruiser net, I ask one of the other cruisers in the anchorage what it is. Most people will know it! Once you are "doing it", all that information will arrive quickly after you arrive at a new place... :)
Very helpful thanks for sharing
El mejor!
Gracias!
I never checked in anywhere i sailed to, you too much law abiding😂😂😂
Wow man, thanks for this!!
You're welcome!
Are you on NoForeignLand? If so, what's your boat's name so that I can follow you there too
I use it! But im not active as a user on it!
@@HuubVlogs That's a pity, because with all the places that you visit, your contribution would be very useful to other cruisers eg some of the small fresh produce markets, beach bars, snack huts, walking trails etc
You really should censor your personal information on your RYA Certificate including dob and all reference numbers. Congrats on passing it. Must you do Coastal first or can skip? Great channel. A lot of work put in for all the directions and animations
Have you been able to go back and finish your house.
Brilliant
❤❤
Thanks Marie!
🙏🙏
Okay, so your you're great and this video is terrific BUT I think you missed a big opportunity. 1:48hr is too long. You could have broken it into 4 parts. I'll have to pause it and come back again later.
Beam reach
Ahaha. are you kidding. At 70 yrs of life you have not the knowledge to offer any advise. Omg next you'll be offering advise on relationships.
I think you should be more specific regarding January 6 when it comes to voter fraud. Republicans need to know you do admit about voter fraud,as Donald Trump would have won. ❤