"Merry Christmas" from the Pickled Pirate!
Dec 22, 2010
A Lego Pirate Christmas!
Here's a fun video with pirates made of legos that intend on robbing Santa. Enjoy!
Dec 17, 2010
AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar - Destin, FL
Located on Destin's harbor, AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar is our favorite "wet spot" in Destin. AJ's has one of the best views around, with boats of all kind coming and going through the harbor. You're sure to see your "dream boat" while sitting at the open-decked bar and enjoying a cocktail. The deck starts kicking at 4pm with live music seven days a week until 4am. AJ's also offers a two hour cruise on the "Sea Blaster", which is a bargain with free beer and wine. We do this every time we visit Destin, and often see dolphin. The "Sea Blaster" truly is our favorite "tourist" thing to do.
Dec 14, 2010
History of Egg Nog
With the holiday season here, it's time for eggnog! I've always looked forward to this beverage since I was a child (of course I had the non-alcoholic version back then) and I still feel the need to have it in the house every year. I wondered about the history of this holiday tradition, and thought I'd share it with you.
Dec 10, 2010
Holiday Happenings!
If you're lucky enough to be in the Caribbean this holiday season, there's sure to be a party going on wherever you may be.
Dec 8, 2010
Soggy Dollar Bar - Jost Van Dyke, BVI
The Soggy Dollar Bar got its name because most of its customers are coming off of boats and their dollars are soggy by the time they get to the bar. After wading through the clear blue waters, the "Painkiller" is the drink of choice. It's a strongly mixed drink made from dark rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, Coco Lopez and fresh nutmeg. After one drink, you will feel no pain! This is the real deal, a true tropical "wet spot" if you're lucky enough to be on the island of Jost Van Dyke in the British Virgin Islands.
Dec 6, 2010
Jost Van Dyke, BVI
A Caribbean Charter to Jost Van Dyke
There is nowhere else quiet like the 4 mile long gem that is called the "Barefoot" island. Known by travelers around the world as the party capital of the BVI, Jost Van Dyke is equally appreciated for its protected anchorages, breathtaking beaches, unspoiled beauty and calm, casual, laidback lifestyle. Named after the
17th century Dutch pirate who made it his hideaway, the tiny mountainous island of Jost Van Dyke lies 3 miles off the northwest coast of Tortola. Little has changed since a Quaker colony settled here in the 1700s to farm sugar cane. In fact, most of the island's approximately 200 inhabitants (mainly members of the Chinnery and Callwood families) are descendants from the Quaker slaves. The island has only had electricity since 1991, goats graze peacefully over the green hills, and there is only one paved road; yet the charm of its residents and the uncomplicated simplicity make this unforgettable island an idyllic oasis on a Caribbean charter. The three main areas of activity are all on the south side of the island, with White Bay to the west, Great Harbour in the south-central area and rugged Little Harbour to the east.
17th century Dutch pirate who made it his hideaway, the tiny mountainous island of Jost Van Dyke lies 3 miles off the northwest coast of Tortola. Little has changed since a Quaker colony settled here in the 1700s to farm sugar cane. In fact, most of the island's approximately 200 inhabitants (mainly members of the Chinnery and Callwood families) are descendants from the Quaker slaves. The island has only had electricity since 1991, goats graze peacefully over the green hills, and there is only one paved road; yet the charm of its residents and the uncomplicated simplicity make this unforgettable island an idyllic oasis on a Caribbean charter. The three main areas of activity are all on the south side of the island, with White Bay to the west, Great Harbour in the south-central area and rugged Little Harbour to the east.
White Bay
White Bay is named for its pristine long white sandy beach. An extensive reef that runs nearly the full length of the beach provides incredibly calm waters for swimmers and charterers alike. A break in the reef provides safe access to anchor your Caribbean charter. You could just relax in a hammock or walk the incredible beach, but White Bay is home to the famous Soggy Dollar Bar, as well as a hotel, campground, and a few other bars and shops.
One Love Bar is run by Seddy Callwood and his wife Raquel. Seddy is Foxy's oldest son, and he loves to entertain with his magic tricks. One Love Bar is a thatched-roof beach bar decorated with buoys, fenders, life rings, nets, plastic bottles and other cast-offs that have been found on the beach. The interior is strewn with children's toys, making it a great family place to hang out!
A bit down the beach is the Sandcastle, probably the best lodging on the island, although the hotel only updated to electricity in 1996. Its charming cottages are nestled near the beach and its restaurant offers dining by candlelight. No Caribbean charter to the BVI would be complete without heading to the Soggy Dollar Bar at the Sandcastle. Named after the wet bills brought by patrons who swim ashore to the bar, the Soggy Dollar (located right on the beach) is the inventor of the Painkiller, a strongly mixed drink made from dark rum, pineapple and orange juice, Coco Lopez and fresh nutmeg. After one drink, you will feel no pain; more than one and you will feel numb! Delicious sandwiches are available for lunch. There are plenty of BVI bar games to keep your family amused. Every Sunday, local musician, Ruben Chinnery, plays blues and Jimmy Buffet songs. Next door to the Soggy Dollar, you will find Gertrude's Bar and Boutique, offering drinks, snacks, gifts and hair braiding, as well as Wendall's Boutique for ladies clothing.Farther up the beach, stop at the tiny Jewel's Snack Shack. Run by Jewel Callwood, this is a great place for burgers, beer and the best Hebrew National hot dogs in the BVI! (Jewel, a transplanted New Yorker, married into the Callwood family). If you are on a Caribbean charter, the White Bay Suprette is a quick place to pick up suntan lotion, film, batteries, very basic provisions, soda, beer, some liquor and snacks.
Right next to the White Bay campground, on the east end of the bay, you will find the Local Flavor Beach Bar, aka the Stress Free Bar. Decorated from top to bottom with shells collected off the beach, the Stress Free is proudly owned by Ivan Chinnery. The bar operates on an honor system- so mix your own drinks, keep your own tab and leave some money in the jar when you leave. Thursday nights you will find a delicious BBQ and live music.
If enjoying sea breezes while quenching your thirst, limin' on a hammock and taking a stroll on one of the most perfect picture-postcard beaches in the Caribbean is not enough stimulation, at the far end of White Bay, check out BVI Sea and Land Adventures. You can rent a variety of water sports equipment, including jet boats, kayaks and water trampolines, as well as mountain bikes and ATV's.
Great Harbour
Half a mile to the east, beyond Pull and Be Damn Point, is the settlement of Great Harbour, aptly named for the spacious harbor that is sheltered by mountains. The beach here is fine for swimming and it is close to the laid-back Main Street, which is little more than a sandy track. Here you will find rooms for rent, a handful of bars, boutiques, a provision store and even an ice cream shop. The biggest draw, however, is Foxy's Tamarind Bar and Grill, tucked into the eastern corner.
Foxy's is the bar that put Jost Van Dyke on cruisers' map. Tessa and Foxy Callwood are known by sailors and yachtsmen the world over. Together, this dynamic duo has built a fabulous business which has become a main attraction to this harbor and these islands. No Caribbean charter to the BVI would be complete without a visit to this quintessential beach bar. The bar is open to the elements and decorated with various articles of underclothing hanging from its thatched roof. What began as little more than a lemonade stand sized bar which was supposed to be open for only 1 day, Foxy's has evolved over the last 40 years into a major cultural force. Big annual events at Foxy's are his Old Year Party (a 3 day New Year's party which is so popular you can literally walk from one boat to another in the Harbour), the Halloween Party, the Cat Fight (catamaran race) and the Wooden Boat Regatta. A legend throughout the BVI, larger than life Foxy himself does impromptu shows, playing calypso and telling stories and jokes often at the expense and delight of his audience. Known for great local food, Foxy's has BBQ buffet nights on Fridays and Saturdays and live music Thursday through Saturday. Be sure to check out the rotis, flying fish sandwiches, and grilled fresh fish and lobster dinners.On the opposite end of the beach is Rudy's Mariner Inn. This establishment has 5 rooms, a bar and restaurant featuring seafood and live entertainment, and a small store in the back offering basic provisions. Next store to Rudy's, you will find the charming Methodist Church where, "All are Welcome" and the Jost Van Dyke Primary School- located behind the church. Next down the beach is Ali Baba's. This picturesque bar and restaurant specializes in BBQ ribs and chicken, conch, grilled local fish, drink specials (including their own rum punch) and a Monday night pig roast. At Wendell's World, get some delicious ice cream, stock up on provisions, or have one of the ladies braid your hair in the back beauty shop.
In the center of the harbor is the Government Dock. In front of the dock is the Customs & Immigration and local Police station. You may need to hunt for an official since the station is rarely open. Behind this two-story building, is the local Ice House, which has ice by the block as well as cubes. Take the alley next to the Ice House to reach Christine's Bakery and Nature's Basket. Christine's Bakery is a quiet little place for great breakfast sandwiches and is especially known for the tasty banana bread. Nature's Basket has fresh fruit and vegetables from Ivan Chinnery's own plantation. Finally, be sure to take a stroll along Back Street that forms an arc through this interesting little community. While there, check out the wooden sloop behind Foxy's that is being built by the Jost Van Dyke Preservation Society.
Little Harbour
Just over a mile to the east of Great Harbour is Little Harbour- an incredibly quiet and picturesque anchorage. Those on a Caribbean charter know it for its 3 restaurants that offer great lobster dinners! On the west side, dine at either Harris' Place or Sidney's Peace & Love. Sidney's has been open for nearly 30 years. T-shirts of guests dangle from the ceiling. Lobsters are caught by Sidney himself, and both the lobster and chicken are cooked over an open fire according to an old family recipe. Meals are served with hearty helpings of rice and peas, coleslaw, potato salad and steamed vegetables. Thursday night is all you can eat lobster and Mondays and Saturdays are pig roast nights- each with live music. The bar is self service: mix 'em as you like 'em, just keep a tab!
On the eastern side of the harbor is Abe's by the Sea. Owned by Abe Coakley, this small restaurant does not look like much from the outside. There is a tiny bar and just a few tables, along with a little store out back to do some simple provisioning. The pleasant surprise comes from the quality of food that emerges from the kitchen. Freshly caught lobster and fish is brought in daily. If you are lucky, you can actually meet the fishermen at the dock and select your dinner. The tables are meticulously set with pretty placemats and flatware. Besides fish and lobster, the menu also includes conch and chicken. Prices are reasonable and serving are generous. Meals include peas and rice, coleslaw or salad and delicious homemade desserts.
Other Places To Visit
If you are on a Caribbean charter to the BVI, there are many other things to do in and around Jost Van Dyke. You can trace the varied history of the Arawak Indians, Caribs, Dutch, African and British on the old trails that meander over Jost Van Dyke. The highest point is only 1,054 feet, so you can easily hike or take an ATV. You can explore the vegetation-covered ruins of centuries old sugar mills. In the autumn and winter, watch the whales and dolphins from a peaceful hilltop. A series of small islands off Jost Van Dyke's east end also offer spectacular beaches, day anchoring and snorkeling in shallow reefs:
- Diamond Cay on Long Bay Beach, Jost Van Dyke is where Foxy's has opened Foxy's Taboo bar and restaurant. There are a few moorings and a substantial dock. From there, take the goat trail crossing the short peninsula separating Long Bay and a salt pond through waist-high wild sage bushes to the "Bubbly Pool." This geological delight is one of the BVI's Nature's little secrets! This spot is like a natural Jacuzzi. The rock formation on Jost Van Dyke's rugged northern coast funnels waves through a very narrow passage into a small natural pool that "bubbles" as the waves crash in. It is about five feet deep and fun for the whole family.
- Little Jost Van Dyke offers a small anchorage except when the surge is up. There is good snorkeling along the south side. On the north side, there is a dive site called, Twin Towers. In the springtime, expect to see schools of reef squid.
- Green Cay is a superb daytime stop with excellent snorkeling on the reef that extends south of the cay. Off Green Cay's oceanside, The Playground is an exciting dive site for swell-less days. A series of pinnacles covered with brightly colored sponges and branching hydroid fans shelter abundant marine life such as angelfish and glassy minnows, patrolled by jacks, snappers and schools of barracuda and tarpon.
- Sandy Cay is located to the east of Jost Van Dyke. Owned by Laurence Rockefeller, this is an ideal tropical island dotted with palm trees on wide, gently sloping beaches. There is a botanical tour on a small path that encircles the island and affords spectacular views of the surrounding islands.
- Sandy Spit is a superb day anchorage laying immediately south of Green Cay and within "spitting" distance of Jost Van Dyke and Sandy Cay. This is an fantasy-like little island that is encircled by a picture perfect 360° white sand beach, some green vegetation, and only two coconut palms. It is a fun place to sun bath, picnic and explore, but the snorkeling is not great.
Donna Wolfson also know as "Sailgirl" at Virgin Island Sailing, has been sailing in the Caribbean and writing about it for years. Learn more about Caribbean Charter. http://www.visailing.com/
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Dec 3, 2010
Pirates in Paradise!
Walk among the pirates when they invade Key West, FL for the 11th annual Pirates in Paradise from November 26 - December 5, 2010. There's plenty for everyone, including the Thieves Market, a pirate
Nov 30, 2010
Sandy Toes Bar - Rose Island, Bahamas
In the Nassau and Paradise Island area, the Sandy Toes Bar on Rose Island is a true beach bar! The large, raised deck overlooks the beach and sea ... providing fantastic views. Lounge chairs and hammocks are
tucked into the tropical foilage providing a perfect place to relax while listening to island music and enjoying one of their signature daiquiris.
tucked into the tropical foilage providing a perfect place to relax while listening to island music and enjoying one of their signature daiquiris.
Nov 29, 2010
Pirate Night Before Christmas
Recently I came across a really fun book by the Honorary Mayor of Key West Florida, Mayor Gonzo Mays. If you know anything about this woman, you'll know that she's a kick and her book is sure to provide a lot of enjoyment. The book is called Pirate Night Before Christmas, and it's a great book for anyone who loves pirates or just a little different twist on the traditional Christmas story. A great Christmas gift!
Nov 16, 2010
Chat n Chill - Stocking Island, Bahamas
The Chat n Chill is a one-of-a-kind volleyball beach bar and grill, with access only by boat or sea plane. Boaters come from all over the world to enjoy the casual atmosphere, tropical cocktails and authentic island foods here on Stocking Island. There are six volleyball courts and over 1000 feet of white sand beach to enjoy your visit. The Friday Bonfire Beach Bash and the Sunday Pig Roast are not to be missed!
Nov 12, 2010
Foxy's Taboo - Jost Van Dyke, BVI
With fresh draft beers from the microbrewery and rum, Foxy's will not disappoint! Foxys Taboo is open every day at 9:30 am, two hours before the kitchen! Every Friday and Saturday the grill is fired up for a delicious Caribbean barbecue, and there is live music every Thursday through Saturday nights. Tessa and Foxy Callwood are known by sailors and yachtsmen the world over, and no visit to the BVI would be complete without a visit to this beach bar. The bar is open to the elements and decorated with assorted undergarments hanging from its thatched roof.
This bar began as a little lemonade-stand sized bar and was supposed to be open for only one day. However, Foxy's has evolved over the last forty years into a major attraction. Large annual events at Foxy's are the Old Year Party (a 3-day New Year's party which is so popular you can literally walk from one boat to another in the Harbour), the Halloween Party, the Cat Fight (catamaran race) and the Wooden Boat Regatta. Foxy himself does impromptu shows, playing calypso and telling stories and jokes to his audience.
Visit Foxy's after exploring the beautiful island of Jost Van Dyke, which was named after the pirate, Joost Van Dyke. If you can't get here in your own boat, ferries are available to take you to the only microbrewery in the Virgin Islands.
This bar began as a little lemonade-stand sized bar and was supposed to be open for only one day. However, Foxy's has evolved over the last forty years into a major attraction. Large annual events at Foxy's are the Old Year Party (a 3-day New Year's party which is so popular you can literally walk from one boat to another in the Harbour), the Halloween Party, the Cat Fight (catamaran race) and the Wooden Boat Regatta. Foxy himself does impromptu shows, playing calypso and telling stories and jokes to his audience.
Visit Foxy's after exploring the beautiful island of Jost Van Dyke, which was named after the pirate, Joost Van Dyke. If you can't get here in your own boat, ferries are available to take you to the only microbrewery in the Virgin Islands.
Nov 9, 2010
BVI Boat Charter: Pirates, Buccaneers and Privateers
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Nov 8, 2010
Duke Hahanamoku
In my recent post, I wrote about a famous "wet spot" on Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Duke's Barefoot Bar. After writing that post, I thought I should share the amazing story of "Duke", and who he was. Duke Hahanamoku was Hawaii's most famous citizen and the "Father of International Surfing". Born in Honolulu in 1890, he grew up in Waikiki playing in the ocean. He won his first Olympic gold medal at the age of 21, and continued to represent the USA in the Olympics for over 20 years. Although Duke won medals in swimming, he loved to surf for enjoyment and provided awareness to the sport of surfing.
Nov 4, 2010
Duke's Barefoot Bar - Waikiki, Oahu
Do you love a place with tropic tunes on the beach and tons of people in their "wet suits" gathering for a cocktail? If so, then you will love Duke's Barefoot Bar - Waikiki, Oahu! Named after the Father of International Surfing, Duke's is located right on Waikiki Beach in Honolulu. This was our favorite "wet spot" while vacationing in Oahu. This place is always jumping with live concerts on the beach every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Need a bite to eat? Duke's has burgers, sandwiches, pizzas and other great food. This was our favorite "wet spot" while vacationing in Oahu... great food, music and lots of people watching!
Oct 12, 2010
Financial Freedom!
If you clicked on this page, you must be interested in financial freedom yourself. Who isn't? Therefore, this page describes how we'll be "living the dream" of financial freedom and giving you some ideas on how you can do the same.
We knew at any early age the importance of saving and living a frugal lifestyle in order not to work our lives away. (We'll be linking to a future post about what we did). It seems like common sense to save and be frugal, but most people just don't do it! That decision and lifestyle choice is what will enable us to retire early and go cruising in our 40's. If you want financial freedom, you've got to save and be frugal!
We knew at any early age the importance of saving and living a frugal lifestyle in order not to work our lives away. (We'll be linking to a future post about what we did). It seems like common sense to save and be frugal, but most people just don't do it! That decision and lifestyle choice is what will enable us to retire early and go cruising in our 40's. If you want financial freedom, you've got to save and be frugal!
After selling our house and paying off our rentals (after our recent landlord hell we're now considering selling these rentals), we'll have a little monthly income from the rentals to live off of while cruising. However, it's not going to be a lot so we will supplement that income with money made from our own web sites. After all, the internet is growing constantly and it can only get better! Let me take this opportunity to note that we will supplement our income with our web sites. We're not claiming to retire strictly from our sites, although we're sure some people do achieve that amount of success. We're just getting started.
In addition to saving and living a frugal lifestyle (do you get it?), here's how to make money with a web site?
Create a Site based on something you really enjoy or have a lot of knowledge about. Your site needs to have good content and be sincere. How do you create a great site that will drive a lot of traffic and therefore income? We recommend SiteSell! This product helps you create the site, get the traffic, and provides support. We know several people that are using this product with great results. We wish we would have known about this before starting our own site!
Become an Affiliate!
After you've created your site, you want to think of products you really like or that you've heard great things about and see if those products offer an "affiliate" program. Becoming an affiliate means that you place an ad or a link on your web site about the product, and whenever a viewer clicks on it and makes a purchase, you will receive a small percentage of that purchase. The buyer WILL NOT PAY ANY MORE than if they went to the company's site, and you'll receive payment from the company for making the sale. You can find a lot of products/affiliate programs at Commission Junction. This makes it easy, as you sign up with Commission Junction, choose from hundreds of companies, then apply to those of your liking.
If you want a variety of products and only one affiliate account, Amazon.com is a great choice! From books to electronics to clothing ... there's all kinds of items you can offer on your site through this one affiliate program.
If you want a variety of products and only one affiliate account, Amazon.com is a great choice! From books to electronics to clothing ... there's all kinds of items you can offer on your site through this one affiliate program.
Products that we highly recommend and are affiliates of are as follows and in no particular order, as the list will continue to grow over time. By the way, if any of these products are to your liking please consider purchasing them here. We'll make a little profit, and you'll be helping us out. Just click and buy!
As you see, there are plenty of companies that offer an affiliate program! When choosing your products, choose those that you really believe in and that complement the material in your site. You want your site to be sincere and to promote good products that your readers may be interested in.
Recruit Others: When you've done all that and want to go one step further, you can also recruit readers into becoming an affiliate for certain companies that will then reimburse you for the new recruit. This concept is called a "2 Tier Affiliate" program. Not all companies provide this. In fact, the companies above do not except except for one, SiteSell! If you check out the link below and decide to become an affiliate, you'll be helping us out as well. See how it works?!
We're researching other 2 Tier programs, but until we're comfortable with what they provide we do not want to post them. Remember what we said about knowing your product? So, at this time we only have one that we recommend.
We're researching other 2 Tier programs, but until we're comfortable with what they provide we do not want to post them. Remember what we said about knowing your product? So, at this time we only have one that we recommend.
In our opinion, the 2 Tier Affiliate program of SiteSell! Affiliate is probably one of the best. SiteSell! not only has a great affiliate program, but they have a fantastic product - web site design and creation.
Google Ads: You've probably noticed on almost any site you view the little text and/or picture ads placed by Google. When a person clicks on the ad, the site owner is paid a few cents .. whether or not a sale is made. We have these ads on our page, and we're talking pennies here. However, it all ads up so feel free to click all you want! =)
Have a Donate Button: Through PayPal, we have a "Donate" button. This allows readers to donate whatever they like, and prevents the awkward interaction of, "You shouldn't have"! We haven't received many donations, but a couple were from people we actually know and that live nearby. We really don't think they would have donated to us in person, but the button made it easy. Keeping up a web site takes a lot of time and dedication, so some readers look at the donation as a subscription and are happy to donate.
We hope that this information will bring you the success that it is bringing to us and you will be able to enjoy financial freedom. Now, we're not saying that you're gonna get rich from this so don't go quit your job! Making money on the internet not only takes a lot of motivation, but a lot of patience. In our opinion, most good things don't come easy, and you've got to work (and wait) for it. However, the internet is full of opportunity, you just have to grab it! Good luck and best wishes!
Have a Donate Button: Through PayPal, we have a "Donate" button. This allows readers to donate whatever they like, and prevents the awkward interaction of, "You shouldn't have"! We haven't received many donations, but a couple were from people we actually know and that live nearby. We really don't think they would have donated to us in person, but the button made it easy. Keeping up a web site takes a lot of time and dedication, so some readers look at the donation as a subscription and are happy to donate.
We hope that this information will bring you the success that it is bringing to us and you will be able to enjoy financial freedom. Now, we're not saying that you're gonna get rich from this so don't go quit your job! Making money on the internet not only takes a lot of motivation, but a lot of patience. In our opinion, most good things don't come easy, and you've got to work (and wait) for it. However, the internet is full of opportunity, you just have to grab it! Good luck and best wishes!
Oct 11, 2010
About Us
We're empty nesters that have been together since high school and have a love for water, tropical environments, colorful people, and good Jimmy Buffet style tunes. So, we feel it is our mission to personally find the "wet spots"! How do we plan on doing that? Well, we are closing our business, selling the house and everything with it, and preparing for another life's chapter by cruising the tropics on our Catalina 30, Nirvana (read more at Mid-Life Cruising!). But, we need YOUR HELP! We need to find a way to make a living, so this site was started in hopes that YOU will contribute to our cause by purchasing one of our original t-shirts, backpacks, organic soaps, or flavored lip balms (coming soon), or by just making a donation. You can also help by spreading the word. You can do this by "liking" our Facebook page and by placing our badge (below) on your site or blog. Just copy the code (HTML) and paste it where you want it. We hope you enjoy the site and we can't wait to give first-hand reviews of the "wet spots"!
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"Wet Spots"
AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar - Destin, FL (pictured on the right) Located on Destin's harbor, this is our favorite "wet spot" in Destin. AJ's has one of the best views around, with boats of all kind coming and going through the harbor. You're sure to see your "dream boat" while sitting at the open-decked bar and enjoying a cocktail. The deck starts kicking at 4pm with live music seven days a week until 4am. AJ's also offers a two hour cruise on the "Sea Blaster", which is a bargain with free beer and wine. We do this every time we visit Destin, and often see dolphin. The "Sea Blaster" truly is our favorite "tourist" thing to do in Destin, FL.Chat n Chill - Stocking Island, Bahamas
Duke's Barefoot Bar - Waikiki, Oahu
Do you love a place with tropic tunes on the beach, with tons of people in their "wet suits" gathering for a cocktail? If so, then you will love Duke's! Located right on Waikiki Beach this was our favorite "wet spot" in Oahu. This place is always jumping with live concerts on the beach every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Need a bite to eat? Duke's has burgers, sandwiches, pizzas and other great food.
This is a one-of-a-kind volleyball beach bar and grill, with access only by boat or sea plane. Boaters come from all over the world to enjoy the casual atmosphere, tropical cocktails and authentic island foods. There are six volleyball courts and over 1000 feet of white sand beach to enjoy your visit. The Friday Bonfire Beach Bash and the Sunday Pig Roast are not to be missed! (Pictured on the right - with the chairs!)
Want a "wet spot" on a beautiful beach where you can also experience the ultimate setting for windsurfing and family? Chez Pat bar and restaurant on Galion Beach in St. Martin is the answer! Located on the eastern coast of St Martin, Galion Beach is exposed to the almost consant tradewinds. However, one of St. Martin's best reefs keeps the waters calm, making the bay a perfect place to not only learn windsurfing but for the kids to play as well.Cow Wreck Beach Bar - Anegada,BVI
This "wet spot" is located on a remote island with fantastic fishing and beaches. If you don't have a boat, catch the ferry from Tortola and head over. The bar is on the beach serving their famous "Cow Killer" cocktail, as well as lunch and dinner. Cow Wreck Bar provides some of the best conch fritters, grilled steak and seafood around!
Want a "wet spot" on a beautiful beach where you can also experience the ultimate setting for windsurfing and family? Chez Pat bar and restaurant on Galion Beach in St. Martin is the answer! Located on the eastern coast of St Martin, Galion Beach is exposed to the almost consant tradewinds. However, one of St. Martin's best reefs keeps the waters calm, making the bay a perfect place to not only learn windsurfing but for the kids to play as well.Duke's Barefoot Bar - Waikiki, Oahu
Do you love a place with tropic tunes on the beach, with tons of people in their "wet suits" gathering for a cocktail? If so, then you will love Duke's! Located right on Waikiki Beach this was our favorite "wet spot" in Oahu. This place is always jumping with live concerts on the beach every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Need a bite to eat? Duke's has burgers, sandwiches, pizzas and other great food.
Located near the Florida and Alabama state line in Pensacola, this "wet spot" is home of the annual mullet toss on the beach. Live music, great food and scenic views are always on the menu! Known as one of the "Last Great Roadhouses".
Foxy's Bar - Jost Van Dyke, BVI is open every day at 9:30 am, two hours before the kitchen! With fresh draft beers from the microbrewery and their specialty drinks made with their own rum, Foxy's will not disappoint! Every Friday and Saturday the grill is fired up for a delicious Caribbean barbecue, but the kitchen is always open. If you can't get here in your own boat, ferries are available to take you to the only microbrewery in the Virgin Islands.
Foxy's Bar - Jost Van Dyke, BVI is open every day at 9:30 am, two hours before the kitchen! With fresh draft beers from the microbrewery and their specialty drinks made with their own rum, Foxy's will not disappoint! Every Friday and Saturday the grill is fired up for a delicious Caribbean barbecue, but the kitchen is always open. If you can't get here in your own boat, ferries are available to take you to the only microbrewery in the Virgin Islands.
Happy Harbor Bar - Orange Beach, AL
Located in the Sun Harbor Marina, this place has food, great live music, and daily drink specials. Happy Harbor Bar is a pirate-themed establishment serving pirate foods and
Iggies Beach Bar - St. Thomas - USVI
Located on the east side of St. Thomas, this is a fun "wet spot" with live music seven nights a week and great food and drinks. There's always something going on ... beach volleyball, outdoor concerts, and karoake to name a few. Enjoy "All You Can Eat" crab legs on Tuesday and Saturday nights.
drinks in the local area.
Ocean Deck Beach Club - Daytona Beach, FL
Iggies Beach Bar - St. Thomas - USVI
Located on the east side of St. Thomas, this is a fun "wet spot" with live music seven nights a week and great food and drinks. There's always something going on ... beach volleyball, outdoor concerts, and karoake to name a few. Enjoy "All You Can Eat" crab legs on Tuesday and Saturday nights.
drinks in the local area.
Located on the beach, this "wet spot" has a Caribbean style atmosphere with good food, live reggae music every night and their specialty drink, The Red Tide. Enjoy the ocean breeze while lounging at the Beach Club watching the sun go down!
Sandy Toes Bar - Rose Island, Bahamas
In the Nassau and Paradise Island area, this is the true beach bar! The large, raised deck overlooks the beach and sea ... providing fantastic views. Lounge chairs and hammocks are tucked into the tropical foilage providing a perfect place to relax while listening to island music and enjoying one of their signature daiquiris.
Schooner Wharf Bar - Key West, FL
Located in the heart of downtown Key West, there's always a party going on! With live music starting at noon every day and going into the night, you can dance the night away while enjoying great seafood dishes, burgers, and steak sandwiches. Schooner's offers a variety of drinks including Schooner Lemonade, Rumrunners and Mango Daiquiris. There are three happy hours daily, starting first thing in the morning at 8am until noon, again from 5-7pm, and finally at 2-4am. Enjoy the fabulous views from the second level deck overlooking the water. If you want to arrive by boat and stay a while, Schooner's has 40 ft. slips available on a daily or monthly basis.
Shaggy's Harbor Bar & Grill - Pass Christian, MS
Sandy Toes Bar - Rose Island, Bahamas
In the Nassau and Paradise Island area, this is the true beach bar! The large, raised deck overlooks the beach and sea ... providing fantastic views. Lounge chairs and hammocks are tucked into the tropical foilage providing a perfect place to relax while listening to island music and enjoying one of their signature daiquiris.
Schooner Wharf Bar - Key West, FL
Located in the heart of downtown Key West, there's always a party going on! With live music starting at noon every day and going into the night, you can dance the night away while enjoying great seafood dishes, burgers, and steak sandwiches. Schooner's offers a variety of drinks including Schooner Lemonade, Rumrunners and Mango Daiquiris. There are three happy hours daily, starting first thing in the morning at 8am until noon, again from 5-7pm, and finally at 2-4am. Enjoy the fabulous views from the second level deck overlooking the water. If you want to arrive by boat and stay a while, Schooner's has 40 ft. slips available on a daily or monthly basis.
Shaggy's Harbor Bar & Grill - Pass Christian, MS
Shaggy's is a great place to spend the day on the Mississippi Gulf coast! You can enjoy great seafood, live music, fantastic views of the water, and gorgeous sunsets! We've been to this "wet spot", as it's not too far from our home town and we go here whenever we need a "tropic" fix.
The Shorebird is not only where we renewed our vows, but is also a place we enjoyed hanging out at while in Hawaii. Located in the Outrigger Reef where we stayed (great place by the way), the Shorebird is also located on the beach and serves cocktails and food. If you're looking for something a little more laid back than Duke's, this is a great option! Also, steps away is a "Booze Cruise" on a catamaran which is a blast! All you can drink for two hours while enjoying sailing and beautiful views. We could have done this every day!
Soggy Dollar Bar - Jost Van Dyke, BVI (pictured on right) This "wet spot" got its name because most of its customers are coming off of boats and their dollars are soggy. After wading through the clear blue waters, a "Painkiller" is the drink of choice. This is the real deal, a true tropical "wet spot" if you're lucky enough to be on the island of Jost Van Dyke in the British Virgin Islands. Do you have a "wet spot" you'd like to add?
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Festivals
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SEPTEMBER, 2010
Portland Pirate Festival - Portland, OR Sept 18th & 19th
Treasure Coast Pirate Fest - Stuart, FL Sept 10th, 11th &12th
OCTOBER, 2010
Fort Myers Beach Pirate Fest - Ft. Myers, FL Oct 8th, 9th&10th
Tybee Island Pirate Fest -Tybee Island, GA Oct 8th-10th
Cruiser's Weekend - Catalina Isle, CA Oct 15th&16th
Pirate Days of Texas - Lewisville, TX Oct 16th&17th
Key Largo Pirates Fest - Key Largo, FL Oct 21st-24th
Wooden Boat Festival - Madisonville, LA Oct 23rd&24th
Pirates Of Nevis - Caribbean Oct 24th-31st&Nov 21st-28th
NOVEMBER, 2010
Pirates Week Festival - Cayman Islands, Nov 11th-21st
Florida Pirate Festival - St. Petersburg, FL Nov 21st, 22nd & 23rd
Pirates In Paradise Festival - Key West, FL Nov 26th-Dec 5th
JANUARY, 2011
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