1. "Laissez-Faire - SOLD OUT!!

Warm waters, hot racing... cool bars, and icy cold adult beverages! Sunshine in winter is intoxicating... So are rustic rum huts on sugary-sand beaches after a long sail - especially if you have a cool adult beverage in your suntanned hands and are standing in awe of the "green flash". Combine all this together and they form a dangerous compound known to scientists as FUN! Our destination this year: the Fabulous British Virgin Islands - everyone's favorite! This year's training menu will include Bareboat Chartering and Coastal Cruising. The cruise on "Laissez-Faire" is carefully designed as a leisurely sail cruising adventure with equal amounts of sun, fun, extended sailing and a wee-bit of study too! Team Laissez-Faire will afford you the chance to form lifetime bonds and memories. The name I chose for DCR2012 is meant to embody the qualities of easy sailing: "Leave to do (as one pleases)" especially if it's new adventures and fun events! On this large monohull yacht, our theme centers mostly around the sailing, but we'll definitely not miss a beat in thefestivities, too. This "First 100" Skipper-mentor/member of the Club, Blue Water Society inductee, veteran of many Caribbean charters, and Instructor at the School looks forward to sailing and learning with you. Welcome aboard!

2. "Harmonic Seas" - SOLD OUT!!
Sunsail 444 catamaran - entry fee $1,990
1. Skipper - Keith Cooper
2. Kristofer Hess (Advanced Coastal Cruising)
3. Ryan Lewkowski (Bareboat)
4. Jennifer Hayoun
5. Jen Mack
6. Jennifer Harding
7. Adam Sanderson
8. Frank Furdyna

Are you dreaming of sparkling turquoise seas, white sand beaches, fresh seafood dinners, tropical libations and palm tree sunsets while basking in the warmth and history of the Caribbean’s Leeward Islands?  SO ARE WE!  Join us aboard the Harmonic Seas as we explore the islands Columbus named Santa Ursula y las Once Mil Vírgenes.  Enjoy fresh sea breezes sailing between picturesque anchorages where you’ll swim and snorkel amongst brilliantly colored sea life.  Unwind upon white sand beaches, waves lapping at your feet or carrying you into shore.  Immerse yourself in the ‘culture caribe’ of each port…discover quirky shops teeming with trinkets, savor extraordinary cuisine, sing and dance to great music and swim in the moonlight.  Sleep soundly; repeat.  CAUTION: This vacation will change your life; check out the videos on Harmonic Seas’ Facebook page and you’ll understand why life aboard is so special.  New this year we are featuring an overnight circumnavigation of Tortola while offering the Advanced Coastal Cruising (106) certification.  You may also achieve your ASA Basic Coastal (103), Bareboat Charter (104), Cruising Catamaran Certification (114) or just come along and chill amongst the islands.  As an ASA certified Instructor Examiner with over 25 years’ sailing and 13 years’ instructing Keith has perfected a style that builds on your current skills and focuses on your learning goals while being supportive, informative, entertaining and (most of all) fun.  Experience the adventure of your lifetime onboard Harmonic Seas where the crew says  “…If we weren't us, we'd want to be us... Welcome Aboard!"

3. "Marvelous" - SOLD OUT!!
Footloose 473 monohull - entry fee $1,590
1. Skipper - Marcus Cholerton-Brown
2. Elisa Wurmbach (basic coastal cruising)
3. Andreas Jenny
4. Jeffrey Reed
5. Carolina Larsson
6.Anja Soderstrom

I'm British, I know a virgin, and I live on an island!  What further qualifications do I need??   If you want to sail hard every day and taste de rum when we stop come relax and have fun on 'Marvellous' in the BVI's.  Whatever your sailing level, novice or expert, there will be something for everyone in this fantastic trade wind playground. I will be running ASA courses in Basic Coastal Cruising and Bareboat Chartering, so come down to the Caribbean and have fun whilst learning some new skills.   Marvellous.

4. "Alabanza" - SOLD OUT!!

See paradise from the sea’s perspective with pure adventure every step of the way.  It’s hard to pick a favorite BVI island when each one of them gives you something to behold.  From navigating rugged coast lines, visiting exciting marinas, taking in the Baths, snorkeling the Indians, beaching your body on sand and tearing up the night life! It’s a religious experience. Once you’ve bitten the apple of BVI, sailor’s blood stays with you forever!  About Me: I’ve sailed a salty bit, traveled a bit, taught a bit, went to school and worked in the corporate world forever. From a practical perspective I can swim, cook, read, write and do arithmetic except when under the influence. About You:   Good social skills, willingness to take part in all sailing crew activities (yes, we share turns at the helm, checking the engine, cooking, cleaning, trimming, etc.), open to learning new stuff, and desire to share friendship and fun. When you’re ready to decompress from the depths of city life, come join “ALABANZA” to Praise the Sea!  Also, if anyone wants to achieve their second or third level certifications in the amazing BVI waters, I will be teaching Coastal Cruising and Bareboat Chartering 

5. "Dobedobedo" - SOLD OUT!!
Footloose 4700 Catamaran - entry fee $1,790
1. Skipper - Tracy Spinney
2. Jay Baek (Basic Coastal Cruising)
3. Christine Patterson
4. Glen Burger
5. William Powell
6. Jennifer Carlson
7. Roni Dotan
8. Erin Duggan
9. Suzanne Weston

A famous ad line put it this way:  “Come see how the other two thirds live.”  We are indeed travelers on a blue planet and no where are the blue waters waters more friendly or the winds more inviting  than The BVIs. The crew of courageous and swift “Dobedobedo” will be involved in setting her course for trips to come on her maiden voyage.  You’re invited to take the helm, trim the sheets and head to wind,  or if you'd rather,,, hit the trampoline with your 45 on.  Learn navigation and costal cruising or chill with your Kindle. Do. Or Be. As a USCG Master and Bare Boat Chartering ASA Instructor, Tracy brings you the option of getting your skills on with Basic Costal or Bareboat Charter certification. Galley skills will also be explored as the crew of Dobedobedo shames all others through strong culinary kung-fu prowess. Questions? tspinney@gmail.com or call 917-836-9130. It will be epic cinavision  plus one. 

6. "Otter" - SOLD OUT!!

Frank C Hoppensteadt

The sea otter is a playful creature that focuses on fun and pleasure pursued in a happy and relaxed manner.  That is the flavor of life aboard “Otter”.  We’ve been doing the regatta every year since 2003, and it is always heavenly.  “Otter” will be departing from St. Martin and joining the rest of the regatta on Day 2 (fly into St. Martin, fly out from BVI or USVI). This will allow some of the sailors on board to complete their Advanced Coastal Cruising certifications. If you have any questions please email me at wmasterson3@yahoo.com.

7. "Stir it Up” - SOLD OUT!!
Footloose 51.5 monohull (4 cabins, 8 people), entry fee = $1,490
1. Skipper - Taylor Collins
2. Scott Curtis (Basic Coastal Cruising)
3. Yvette Avenhall Curtis (Basic Coastal Cruising)
4. Rishi Roy
5. Erica Hutcheson
6. Alan Powers
7. Alexa Finnerud (Basic Coastal Cruising)
8. Arthur Krause (Basic Coastal Cruising)
9. Brita Siepker

If you’ve ever spent a winter in New York City then you understand the appeal of a tropical escape.  What better way to enliven the soul than spend 7 sun filled days cruising the BVI’s? I’m an instructor with the Manhattan Sailing School and this is my second year skippering De Caribbean Regatta. I’ll be offering Basic Coastal Cruising (ASA 103) to the crew this year, so come get certified! If you’re a scuba diver then bring your certification card, as I’ll be diving all week! Our boat will be laid back, music filled, and relaxing, with plenty of time spent in the water and on the beach. Come join us... You’ll never regret missing a week of work for the Islands, but the reverse is certainly not true. Feel free to contact me at taylorcollins@hotmail.com

8. "Oh-Yeah" - SOLD OUT!!
Footloose 51.5 monohull, entry fee $1,490
1. Skipper - Zander Lassen
2. Nelanka Perera (Bareboat)
3. Kerry Dunn
4. Kim DeFazio
5. Lori Fauquier
6. John Bell
7. Kimberly McIntyre
8. Sanae ElHitmi
9. Melinda Reyes

I enjoy teaching my crew all the skills they need to enjoy the cruising lifestyle. I am ASA certified up to bareboat chartering and a USCG licensed captain. I have participated in DCR since 2000, taught sailing in NY harbor since 1998 and managed the Honorable William Wall this past summer. I and am looking forward to our Caribbean trips in 2012. My hobbies include art and exercise.

9. “Latitude” - SOLD OUT!!
Footloose 473 monohull, entry fee = $1,590
1. Skipper - Richard Jesaitis
2. Fred Knoll
3. Dan Eschenasy (Basic Coastal Cruising)
4. Erin Roche (Basic Coastal Cruising)
5. Elina Palm
6. Albert Shamael

The BVI’s offer great adventure - the trip will change your life! Breathtaking scenery, crystal clear waters, white sand beaches, constant trade winds and sunshine. Arguably one the finest sailing grounds in the world - a true sailor’s paradise. If you like cruising, racing, snorkeling, cooking, great food, good music, dancing, and generally having a fantastic time, “Latitude” is the vessel for you. You’ll enjoy new friendships and become part of a closely knit team. If you’re a bit serious about increasing your sailing skills, you can fulfill the ASA certification requirements for Coastal Cruising or Bareboat Chartering and increase knowledge of weather prediction and coastal navigation. This is Richard’s third trip to the BVIs. He is a passionate lover of most things fun, a USCG Licensed Master w/Sailing Endorsement, ASA sailing instructor through Advanced Coastal Cruising, MSC Skipper and Mentor, and a Blue Water Society member. He has logged over almost 600 days sailing and racing in US coastal waters, offshore, and in the Caribbean in the past four years. For additional information email rjesaitis@aol.com or call 646-698-3375.

10. "Pelican" - SOLD OUT!!
Footloose 51.5 monohull (4 cabins, 8 people), entry fee = $1,490
1. Skipper - Dayyan Armstrong
2. Mihai Badoiu
3. Jessica Walker (Basic Coastal Cruising)
4. Ashley Lech
5. John Paul Lech
6. Nicole Barton (Basic Coastal Cruising)
7. Zachary Elliott (Basic Coastal Cruising)
8. Tamara Murer (Basic Coastal Cruising)
9. Shunan Teng

Let’s put our efforts together and start 2012 off proper with a sail around the BVIs, sailing from rum shack to rum shack while learning a thing or two about the art of sailing in between!  Our boat will be geared towards crew who would like to take ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising.  It will be a perfect combination of sharpening your sailing skills and relaxation! It will be hands where everyone onboard will have the opportunity to experience the thrill of driving the boat and setting our sails. Rest assured, there will be plenty of chilling time!   A little about myself: I am an active sailing instructor at the Manhattan Sailing School and also a sailing councilor for the Junior Sailing Program. I have an USCG OUPV captain’s license and love sharing the information I have with others! Students should expect to become fully proficient sailors by the time our course is over!  Don’t wait to sign up for the best vacation in your life! Feel free to contact me with any further questions dayyanja [at] gmail .com

11. "Archimedes' Principle” - SOLD OUT!!
Footloose 473 monohull (3 cabins, 6 people), entry fee = $1,590
1. Skipper - Andrew Dubel
2. Elizabeth Rensel
3. Marie Clausen
4. Tobias Baumann
5. Fanoula Grekos
6. Jennifer Halpin

Come join us in the British Virgin Islands for the perfect mid-winter get away. We will be setting sail on Archimedes' Principle, a footloose 473 monohall. Joining me will be frist mate Tobias Baumann who has sailed extensively in the greek and italian islands, bavarian lakes and the hudson. I grew up sailing on the Chesapeake. I currently sail with the club and race on the sound.  Hope to see you there.

12. "SQUIBCAKES" - SOLD OUT!!
Footloose 4300 catamaran, entry fee = $1,690
1. Skipper - Andrew Sarfaty
2. Jim Leffard (Bareboat chartering)
3. Rosemary Kurtti
4. Antonio Ramos (Basic Coastal Cruising)
5. Robin Morrow
6. Beverly Leahy
7. E.J. Shames
8. Joshua Jabbour (Basic Coastal Cruising)

13. "Second Wind" - BOAT FILLED!

I'm sailing away
Set an open course for the Virgin Sea
'Cause I've got to be free
Free to face the life that's ahead of me
On board, I'm the captain
So climb aboard
We'll search for tomorrow on every shore Come sail away, come sail away, come sail away with me ;)

14. "Pirates of the BVIs" - SOLD OUT!!
TBA, entry fee TBA
1. Skipper - Sagi Ashkevitz
2. Tarek Bendida
3. Gilad Kfir
4. Sean Maman
5. Shirly Gershkovich
6. Douglas McFadden-Blank

We will work hard and play harder!!!  Come and join the exciting crew of the Pirate of the BVIs, As your skipper I will be honored exploring together the wonders of nature and to socialize with great people.  From my past experience sailing in the Mediterranean , the Adriatic and the Aegean seas with people that at first had nothing to do with sailing I can tell you that after a week of sailing together you will become great sailors you will gain few more true friends, and gather memories that you will never forget.  That is indeed a unique experience dressed as the best vacation you will ever have.  And just from our name I should say no more… other boats beware  …

16. "11th Hour” - SOLD OUT!!

Jack frost just came knocking and so why not pack up and head south this winter!  The BVI's are a well established sailing destination for good reason, they are beautiful, fun, and a great place to get away from it all.  So whether you're an experienced sailor looking to get away, or a landlubber who's always wondered what a Caribbean adventure would be like, join us on this year's De Caribbean Regatta-BVI.  As always casual learning is included, formal ASA sailing classes are available too.

17. "One Luff" - SOLD OUT!!
Footloose 473 monohull (3 cabins, 6 people), entry fee = $1,590
1. Skipper - Doug Bell
2. Stephanie Armstrong
3. Richard Veal
4. J Forrest Clough
5. Liz Clough
6. Matt Smith

Over the past two years in the MSC, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed helping people learn the basics. Some reviews: “Great instructor! …Amazingly patient…very thorough… a pleasure to be around; a gentleman...straight forward and clear…ultra professional, no-nonsense, incredibly informed…a great teacher…very patient…can communicate essential aspects of sailing very efficiently…very thorough—very patient as well…everybody learned everything…great spirit from the whole team!...would highly recommend the experience…”  In the coming weeks, the crew of One Luff will be meeting up to practice cooking and dining together in small space, and to decide our per-capita lime tonnage. When we set sail in the BVI, having a small crew will assure everybody gets lots of practice safely driving the boat, trimming the sails and saluting each other. There will be snorkeling. I’ll arrange sunsets. One Luff! Avast me at dbell@belladvertising.com or 212-255-8500. 

18. "Flagship"
Footloose 4700 catamaran catamaran (4 cabins, 8 people), entry fee = $1,790
1. Skipper - Commodore Michael Fortenbaugh
2. Sarah Raymond
3. Paul Flannery
4. Craig Kayaian
5. Alie Shaper

One week of sailing, sunshine and warmth in the Caribbean.  This is about as good as life gets.  De Caribbean Regatta is always one of the highlights of the entire year.  Our vessel is in charge of the entire flotilla, hence the name "Flagship."  We host the skippers' meetings and make sure all the other skippers and crew are doing well and having a great time.  Life aboard the Flagship focuses on doing something interesting or exciting.  We like good sailing and good cooking.  We always have a cooler filled with beer and ice ready for the Mt Gay Rum and tonics.  We know all the ins and outs of most stops in the BVIs.  Our boat highlights of this year should be: relaxing at Cow Wreck Bay on Anegada, sitting on a chair and putting our feet in the water near the Soggy Dollar on White Bay and dancing all night at Willie Ts.

"Generosity"

Everyone dreams of a Caribbean vacation with turquoise water, white sand beaches and plenty of sunshine. We do too!  While Generosity is in the Caribbean cruising for winter, we will be joining the Manhattan Sailing Club's Silver Jubilee regatta! Generosity will be the most unique boat in the fleet as the only Ketch, the only classic boat AND the only boat with a Spinnaker! Plus, the skippers, Mike and Emily, are De Caribbean Regatta Veterans & past recipients of the Order of the De Caribbean Regatta Medal, and have been working for Manhattan Sailing Club for 3 years. We'd love to have you sail with us and promise you the best Caribbean vacation ever. Contact us with any questions: voyagegenerosity@gmail.com. For more information about our entire winter Caribbean adventure, visit: www.voyagegenerosity.com