Brian, No. I don't have enough experience to make that recommendation, but it doesn't appear that would be the right choice, at least not from Beaufort. Once in the Caribbean, you'd be heading directly into the trades, which are a bit south of east at that time of year. Bob Austin, whom I consulted regarding my route, would be a better person to ask. Virgin Gorda will likely be my destination, as St Martin involves crossing the Sombrero, or Anegada, Passage, which can be rough. Regards, John "Seahorse" Brian eiland writes: So are you recommending the Windward Passage?