We enjoyed a relaxing morning on the boat before heading to Pigeon Island on the leeward side of Guadeloupe.  The area off of the southern tip of Guadeloupe can have strong winds that whip around the mountains.  So, we are always cautious in this area.  Winds averaged 22-24 knots with gusts up to 30 knots about ¾ of the way up to Pigeon Island.  Our sail was quite sporty and a lot of fun.  We were flying (as much as a Lagoon 42 can fly).  We arrived at Pigeon Island late afternoon, anchored, and settled in for a relaxing evening. 

On 3/7/24 we left our anchorage as soon as we could spot fish pots, which was around 6a.  We maneuvered the boat around several of them.  We also had to avoid a turtle that kept sticking its head up in front of the boat to see what we were doing.  Along the sail we spotted two dolphins playing in the water.  One even jumped out of the water!

We were able to sail from Guadeloupe to Jolly Harbour, clear customs, and enter the marina all on March 7.  That meant that we were able to relax in the evening and start cleaning the boat right away.  Life is so easy in the marina, with unlimited electricity and water. And we are in close proximity to restaurants, the grocery store, gas, laundry, and other shops.