Happy New Year from Aruba!

We had a fairly rough 4 day sail from St. Lucia with the wind at 20 to 25 knots and very steep, swirlly, choppy seas. But we made good time averaging 6 knots and under sail the entire way.

Aruba is very tropical and the water is warm and clear. The locals really celebrate New Year and there have been fireworks every night. Tonight, the fireworks are suppose to be fantastic and will be let off right in front of our boat (maybe even a bit too close).

We are back at sea in a few days for a 6 day passage to Panama.

We wish you all a safe and blessed New Year!


Caribbean Sea sunrise.


The city and capital of Aruba, Oranjestad, is
very colorful. All the cruise ships come here.



And plenty of Igunas roaming around.

Ken wants to return this worldwide traveling

bucket to Olympia Supply as a momento.


Happy New Year!