The cruise goes from New Orleans to Montego Bay, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, and Grand Cayman. There will also be wine seminars and tastings from the Robert Mondavi Winery, and cooking classes and demonstrations by executive chefs Gus Martin of the Palace Cafe and James Leeming of Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse. There are many small privately owned schooners and yawls in Maine that are available for individual or group bookings. Many are old historic vessels, living museums on the water. Their accommodations are simple.
Service is simple.
You usually sail during the day, making several stops at towns or beaches, then anchor at night. There may be sunfish, windsurfers, dinghies or kayaks on board, or you can swim or snorkel. You can take a turn hauling lines if you wish, and get sailing tips at the helm. Usually there is one lobster bake with a driftwood fire on shore. Cover with water and simmer.