If you are wondering when we will head off from the North American continent and shape a course for French Polynesia, here is the the plan at this point:

Mid-April is our probable departure date. Maybe earlier, but mid April is fine. It will be from La Cruz, Banderras Bay, near Puerto Vallarta. Check it out on Google Earth! We will get to La Cruz around 12 - 15 March, sailing via Barra Navidad (leaving for Barra tomorrow), Tenacatita, Chamela, Ipala and around Cabo Corrientes into the huge Bahia de Banderras.

We are part of a large group, called the Pacific Puddle Jump - go to this link to see the fleet, a considerable number of yachts!

http://www.pacificpuddlejump.com/fleet.html

Then click any of the links within the web site to find out more.

Preparations and provisioning are underway already, many many things to consider, to make the boat seaworthy and safe and comfortable.

So - in a few hours, we will be underway en route for Barra Navidad, only 25 miles away. Sailing in company with 2 boats - Simple Pleasures and Con Te Partiro.

Picture shows Bluebottle on the way to Ecuador