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Sunderland was able to radio the plane and say report that was fit and had food and water supplies. The rescue itself was not without incident as rough seas saw the captain of the French boat fall into the water. Though the search for Sunderland ended happily, it has caused a debate on the wisdom of such young sailors making dramatic and dangerous journeys.

Sunderland was following the achievement of her brother, Zac, who had made the solo journey around the world at the age of 17, becoming the youngest person in the world to do so. Many critics of Sunderland — and her parents — have criticised the decision to let her go on such a journey.

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Other top figures from the world of sailing joined in the criticism. Such opinions by professionals have been echoed on blogs and comments on news articles as members of the public have called the Sunderlands irresponsible and careless. One commentator on the Los Angeles Times website summed up the view of many: Other than those minor details it was a well-planned voyage. But the family have robustly defended themselves. We have the notion that the Caribbean offers a wider variety of cultures, foods, etc. We feel we'll be able to take months off for this adventure.

Would more or less time favor one option or the other? I gather that the publisher of Latitude doesn't have to make that decision, as he sails both areas extensively. Maybe we could do the same by sailing south to Mexico and then shipping the boat to the Caribbean. Is that even doable from Mexico? Mike 'n Holly — We'll be happy to share our opinions based on the fact that we've had two boats in the Caribbean for a total of 15 years, and have cruised Mexico since on six different boats we've owned. As we've written previously, our putting a Leopard 45 cat in a yacht management program in the British Virgins was a direct result of our not being able to live with just sailing in Mexico or the Caribbean.

The two places are so great, but so different, that we just couldn't choose between them. As you read on, you may find that you might not have to make that difficult decision either.

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To outline the basics, Mexico has a rich and somewhat homogeneous culture, although the Sea of Cortez and the mainland offer two very different types of cruising experiences. The people of Mexico are as nice as can be, and nowhere do cruisers socialize so much. The sailing in Mexico is generally mellow, and while there is some good diving in the Sea, it's not of the tropical variety to be found in the Caribbean. But the fishing is excellent, particularly in the Sea — as in "What shall we catch for dinner tonight, honey?

Your "notion" of the Caribbean's having greater variety is correct, although you probably don't realize how correct. If you sail miles south from San Diego into Mexico, you never leave Baja.

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But if you sail miles southeast from Puerto Rico, you will have sailed to Venezuela via the U. Virgins, the British Virgins, Anguilla, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada, and Trinidad and Tobago. That's at least 15 major islands, 9 sovereign nations, nearly as many different cultures, and at least four widely spoken languages. And if it sounds as if you can always see another country or two from wherever you are in the Eastern Caribbean, it's often true.

Unlike in Mexico, the wind frequently blows hard in the Caribbean. And it regularly honks through the end of May. It's generally lighter from June to November, but on any given day you have to be ready for 25 knots and squalls with 35 knots. If we've scared anyone, rest assured that 25 knots in the warm Caribbean doesn't have quite as much force as 25 knots in chilly California waters and, because it's so warm in the Caribbean, 25 knots is really fun — at least for a couple of hours, if you're not sailing right into it. We're not experts on diving, but the water and fish in the Caribbean are gorgeous, although you're going to have a much harder time catching dinner.

Mexico is astonishingly less expensive than the Caribbean, and generally speaking, the locals and cruisers are more friendly.

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God knows that the officials in Mexico are much nicer. While this might come as a shock to some people, we also think that cruisers are much less likely to be the victim of crimes — both assaults and thefts — in Mexico than in the Caribbean. In Mexico, narcos target narcos, while in the Caribbean, rich whites are often the target. While you could have a great time cruising either the Caribbean or Mexico, we think there are two elements of your particular situation that would cause us to advise you to go to one place more than the other.

Unfortunately, one element says that you should go to Mexico, while the other says you should go to the Caribbean. And, he did it under terrible sea conditions. We completed the voyage in 14 days and delivered the vessel to its owners in San Diego in better condition than when it left Puerto Vallarta. I would not hesitate to recommend David to anyone looking for a capable captain and someone to whom they can entrust their vessel. After several years in Mexico and the South Pacific, health concerns dictated the need to have our Pacific Seacraft yacht delivered back to San Diego.

While searching for a delivery skipper, we received several very positive recommendations for Captain David Hare. It turns out that we had met Captain Hare in the Marquesas in while he was Captain of a Tayana From the beginning, Captain Hare was very knowledgeable and positive about the conditions and area of the planned delivery.

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With many, many sea miles of experience Captain Hare was most thorough in planning the trip, familiarizing himself with our yacht and all of its systems, as well as choosing competent crew. Long before leaving Mexico, we knew our yacht was in very professional hands. He and crew member Luis planned, shopped, and stowed their provisions for the trip, as well as going over all systems in detail. We were impressed with the professionalism and seeming ease of their preparations.

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It reflected David's experience and competence. In spite of some severe weather conditions, our yacht was delivered in excellent condition within the planned time frame and the original budget figures. As president and owner of a Marine Insurance business, I feel especially capable of evaluating personalities and sailing abilities fairly quickly. My review of Mr. Hare's credentials assisted me in providing him with marine insurance as captain of Mr.

Frank Magee's sailing yacht 'Tesla'.

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David has lived a very dramatic and adventurous life as a commercial jet pilot, silicone valley corporate executive and world sailor. His sailing skills, from my own observations of having observed him captain various yachts, are of the highest order. I have heard him described as a 'world class sailor' by other captains and I would agree with that assessment. His concern for safety is paramount.

It is my opinion that David Hare is an outstanding captain who contributes to society as a whole from his career as a professional sailor and mentor to young students who desire to learn voyaging from him.

David has spent over days sailing my PC class sailboat in the past sixteen months without incident. If you have any questions whatsoever or would simply like to discuss David Hare, please do not hesitate to contact me at: We have known David Hare since September He was most helpful and knowledgeable about all electronics for our sailboat. He went to great lengths to help us with the pre-planning of our trip to Mexico and the South Pacific.

In Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, we had the opportunity to watch David prepare a Benateau 42 that had sat for two years for the beat back to San Diego. He found broken-through hull fittings other people would have missed. He checked all rigging, electronics and systems on the boat. He also cleaned it thoroughly before he would leave, and I'm sure that the boat arrived back in the States in top shape.

I was most impressed by his attention to detail and knowledge of what was necessary for a voyage. David has made many deliveries to and from the South Pacific. His knowledge of the area is extensive. We found David most personable and helpful to everyone who he came in contact with. Please contact us if you would like more information. When I purchased an Island Packet 40 sailing yacht, Tesla, my brother recommended David to me as a potential co-captain.

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Just as importantly, he would come with an enthusiasm for learning and teaching, as well as a resolute desire to understand new theories and ideas. Basically, it was a pub plan. And if it sounds as if you can always see another country or two from wherever you are in the Eastern Caribbean, it's often true. Del Mar room possible for down or back u. He checked all rigging, electronics and systems on the boat.

David was entrusted with my Mercedes automobile, a cash account and a credit card with the instructions to prepare Tesla for a circumnavigation. David's considerable sea time and many deliveries gave him the necessary experience in marine systems to handle this assignment. David sailed Tesla numerour times in and around San Diego waters, often alone, to test out the various systems being installed. In April the two of uset sail for the Marquesas in French Polynesia.

We then picked up my brother and sister-in-law in Nuka Hiva for a passage to Ahe in the Tuamotus. From there we four voyaged to Moorea in French Polynesia. David took charge of this project, arranged the shipping, met Tesla in Long Beach, cleared customs, drove her back to San Diego, and then recommissioned her. His handling of the project went smoothly. During his entire employment, David has proven himself an extremely able and enthusiastic seaman for the extensive system recommissioning and 4, mile delivery of my vessel to the South Pacific.

His proven knowledge of South Pacific navigation, experience with yacht system maintenance, and his positive and enthusiastic demeanor are a rare combination indeed.