Always Check Your Confirmation Email
Meeting points and times may vary by course. Your booking confirmation email contains the exact details for your specific trip. The information below is general guidance.
General Travel Tips
Arrive the day before
Avoid stress - flights get delayed. Arrive the day before your course starts.
Book flexible flights
Weather can affect final day timing. Book evening departures or stay an extra night.
Travel insurance is essential
Cover flight delays, medical emergencies, and trip interruption.
Passport validity
Most countries require 6+ months validity beyond travel dates.
British Virgin Islands
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Meeting Point
Nanny Cay Marina, Tortola
Meeting Time
Sunday at 9:30 AM
Last Day
Saturday - depart evening or stay overnight
Key Information
- EIS is the easiest arrival - direct taxi to marina (~20 min)
- From STT: Take Road Town Fast Ferry (~45 min, runs hourly)
- US citizens need passport but no visa
- Non-US citizens should check BVI entry requirements
Pro Tips
- Book morning flights to arrive by noon
- Pre-book ferry tickets in high season
- Have $50-100 cash for taxi/ferry
- Download offline maps - cell service patchy
Ferry Information
Road Town Fast Ferry runs STT → Tortola. Book at roadtownfastferry.com. ~$70 round trip.
Visa Requirements
BVI is a British territory. US/EU/UK citizens: passport only. Others should check gov.uk.
Croatia
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Meeting Point
Depends on charter company - typically a marina in the Split area
Meeting Time
Saturday at 3:00 PM
Last Day
Saturday morning - depart afternoon/evening
Key Information
- Meeting point depends on charter company - may be Kastela Marina or ACI Marina in Split
- Split is the main hub for our Croatia courses
- Airport shuttle runs to city center (30 min)
- Many European low-cost carriers fly to Split
Pro Tips
- Arrive Friday night to explore Split Old Town
- Euros are currency (Croatia joined eurozone 2023)
- EU/Schengen rules apply - check visa requirements
- Croatian SIM cards are cheap for data
Visa Requirements
Croatia is in EU/Schengen. US/UK citizens: 90 days visa-free. Others check EU requirements.
Greece
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Meeting Point
Depends on charter company - typically Alimos Marina, Athens
Meeting Time
Sunday at 9:30 AM
Last Day
Saturday morning - depart afternoon/evening
Key Information
- Meeting point depends on charter company - typically Alimos Marina but not always
- Athens is the main hub - excellent flight connections
- Metro runs from airport to city center (45 min)
- Check your confirmation email for exact marina location
Pro Tips
- Arrive Friday to see the Acropolis
- Euros are currency
- Greek SIM cards available at airport
- Download Google Translate for Greek
Visa Requirements
Greece is in EU/Schengen. US/UK citizens: 90 days visa-free. Others check EU requirements.
Thailand
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Meeting Point
Yacht Haven Marina, Phuket
Meeting Time
Saturday at 5:00 PM*
*Some upcoming courses start on a different day — your confirmation email has the exact date.
Last Day
Saturday - depart evening or stay overnight
Key Information
- Direct flights to Phuket from many Asian cities
- From Bangkok: 1hr domestic flight to HKT
- Marina is 45 min from Phuket airport by taxi
- Grab app works well for transport
Pro Tips
- Thai Baht is currency - ATMs everywhere
- Get a local SIM at airport (very cheap data)
- Arrive a day early to adjust to timezone
- Lightweight, breathable clothes essential
Visa Requirements
Thailand offers visa-free entry for most nationalities (30-60 days). Check before travel.
French Polynesia (Tahiti)
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Meeting Point
Uturoa Marina, Raiatea - check confirmation for exact marina
Meeting Time
Saturday at 1:00 PM
Last Day
Saturday - depart evening or stay overnight
Key Information
- Fly internationally to Tahiti (PPT), then take local flight to Raiatea (RFP)
- Local flight from PPT to RFP takes around 30 minutes
- Most international flights connect through Los Angeles or Auckland
- French Polynesia is French territory - same entry as France
Pro Tips
- Book your PPT to RFP flight in advance - limited seats
- CFP Francs are currency - bring cash for small purchases
- French is official language, English widely spoken
- Time zone is GMT-10 (same as Hawaii)
Visa Requirements
French territory. US/EU/UK citizens: 90 days visa-free. Others check French visa requirements.
St. Martin
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Meeting Point
Depends on charter company - Fort Louis Marina or Anse Marcel
Meeting Time
Sunday at 9:30 AM*
*Some upcoming courses start on a different day — your confirmation email has the exact date.
Last Day
Saturday - depart evening or stay overnight
Key Information
- Meeting point depends on charter company - check your confirmation
- Sunsail/Moorings: Fort Louis Marina in Marigot Bay (~15 min from airport)
- Dream Yacht Charter: Anse Marcel on the north corner of the island
- Famous "beach landing" airport - planes fly low over Maho Beach
Pro Tips
- US Dollars accepted on Dutch side, Euros on French side
- Island is small - easy to explore both sides
- Great restaurant scene - foodie destination
- Hurricane season: June-November
Visa Requirements
Dutch/French territory. US/EU/UK citizens: no visa needed. Others check both Dutch and French requirements.
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