We returned to Antigua from Barbuda on April 16, primarily in order to see a little of the Classic Sailboat Regatta. On the first day of crewed racing, Barb and I climbed up on the ridge known as Middle Ground, where we were afforded a wonderful overview of the action below. Here are a few of the pics I snapped:
Later that day we attended the reception where the winners of the previous-day's single-handing competition were to be announced. We were joined by Wayne and Betty (Bright Ayes), whom we had met in Dominica earlier this year.
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Impressive canapés and free rum drinks provided by the event's sponsor: Mount Gay Rum. We all cut out before the announcements and walked to a nearby restaurant for delicious wood-fired pizza. Afterwards, Barb and I walked the docks at Antigua Yacht Club, where many of the mid-sized and GIANT competitors were med-moored. Awesome vessels. And there was a rocking band set up on a corner of the zig-zag dock, and more free drinks at a booth nearby. Holy mackerel, all in all we now see why so many people schedule their cruising so as to attend these regattas!