The Thornless Path to Windward.....
I did the run from St. Pete to Luperon and return first part of this year in my sailing catamaran. BY ALL MEANS...Purchase a copy of "The Gentelman's Guide to Passages South by Bruce Van Sant.
Bruce has made this run hundreds of times last thirty or so years.
Bruce "holds your hand every inch of the way" and keeps you out of trouble in dozens of different ways. ABSOLUTELY INVALUABLE!
Luperon harbor is a WONDERFUL stop. BUT....DO NOT...under any circumstances do the entrance in the dark! When nearing the entrance you can call on channel 68 if you need advice or help of ANY KIND. Dozens of boaters will respond. When anchored call yacht "Wind Dancer" on 68 and chat with Dave and Sandy. They will gladly give you the latest scoop on EVERYTHING.
You may wish to email Dave prior to departure from St. Pete with any questions. flutterby Luperon@yahoo..com Best place to eat in town.. Bahia Luperon Restaurant...Great Food, VERY reasonable prices, English Spoken, Yachties favorite hangout.
You will find an excellent, free dingy dock on north side of town pier. Communication to US is EXCELLENT and cheap at Codetel.
They also exchange money at a favorable rate. Should you need an experienced crew for the trip as far as Luperon, email me. I just maybe could find the time to go with you....LOL Have a wonderful and SAFE voyage !