Highlighted Stops & Fleet Activities
‍Channel Islands National Park (off Southern California): Crystal‑clear water, kelp forests and sea caves make this a top snorkeling destination. Tropical Snorkeling. The fleet can stop at Anacapa Island, stage a short sail‑race between anchorage and reef marker, then snorkel among kelp and sea lions. La Jolla Cove (San Diego): Protected marine reserve with sea‑lions, leopard sharks in summer and excellent visibility. Celebrity Cruises Ideal for a daytime sprint: start at the cove, race around point, drop anchor, snorkel with marine life. Sea of Cortez / Baja California: Known as “the world’s aquarium” by Jacques Cousteau, its sheltered bays offer vibrant marine life. Getmyboat.com The fleet might anchor in Bahía Concepción, run a windward reach around a headland, then snorkel in calm bay waters.
Note: These stops are just a few of many possible along the Pacific coast.

Highlighted Stops & Fleet Activities:Florida Keys (Atlantic side)
Reefs like the one at Key Largo’s John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park are popular snorkelling destinations. Islamorada Resort Collection+1 The fleet could anchor near Sand Spur or Calusa Beach, race between two reef buoys, then snorkel to explore coral and sea turtles.Gulf Shores & Orange Beach (Alabama Gulf Coast): Artificial reefs and shallow jetties make for accessible snorkelling right off shore. Gulf Shores & Orange Beach The fleet might rally at the jetty entrance, race out to a reef marker, snorkel among artificial reef structures, then return.**Destin Jetties & East Pass, Florida: Recognised snorkelling zones where man‑made reef structures abound. Visit Florida The fleet could make a timed sprint, drop anchors, dive in for snorkel, then recover for sunset.
Note: These stops are only a portion of the Atlantic & Gulf possibilities.

Fresh water lake, Western US: Destinations Include:Lake Tahoe (California–Nevada)
Alpine clear waters, mountain backdrop; ideal for launching inland sail/race challenges and tranquil lake snorkeling. Great Salt Lake (Utah): Wide‑open desert lake, unusual terrain for freshwater sailing adventures and unique buoy races. Lake Mead (Nevada‑Arizona): Huge reservoir with canyon shores — excellent for winding races between rock walls and anchor snorkel sessions in calm bays.
Note: These western lakes are only a sampling of the inland water destinations.

The Caribbean: Highlighted Stops & Fleet Activities:
Tobago Cays (St Vincent & the Grenadines): Shallow coral lagoon ideal for snorkeling and fleet races between cays before anchor support bays. Aruba (Dutch Caribbean): Coral‑rimmed west coast, great snorkel banks. The fleet could run a triangular race offshore then drop anchor for snorkel and reef exploration. Exuma Cays (Bahamas): Crystal clear shallows, island hopping opportunities. Fleet stop, reef snorkel and buoy‑based timed sprints can be built. Hol Chan Marine Reserve (Belize) – Famous for its coral gardens, sea turtles and visibility; a top pick for snorkeling. Lonely Planet+1Virgin Gorda & Norman Island (British Virgin Islands) – Includes “The Baths” and “The Caves” reef zones; shallow, clear and packed with marine life. SeaDream Yacht ClubSt. John (U.S. Virgin Islands) – Shore‐accessible trails like at Trunk Bay, great for snorkelers of all levels. Justin Plus Lauren Aruba – Calm, clear waters and coral‑rimmed coastlines make it a reliable snorkel stop in the southern Caribbean. Cruise Vacations Bonaire – Designated by many as one of the best shore‑snorkelling islands thanks to reef access and fish‑rich zones.

Note: These are only a handful of the Caribbean island stops available.

The Bahamas; Featured Stops & Fleet Activities:
Exuma Cays (especially around Staniel Cay)Anchor in a sheltered cove, set buoy markers for a short sharp fleet sprint between two cays. Drop snorkel teams at a reef just off the anchorage, exploring coral gardens and sea turtles. After the race + snorkel, raft up, share stories under stars, settle into the calm of the out‑island night.2. Near Nassau / New Providence Use shallow reefs like Rose Island, Goulding Cay or Love Beach for snorkelling stops. Fleet race option: Start at an anchorage off New Providence, race around a reef‑marked loop then finish at the beach for snorkel and lunch.Ideal: snorkel with turtles, explore coral heads, then relax on a white‑sand shore. West Coast of Grand Bahama / Berry Islands Clear water, fewer crowds — perfect for fleet anchor, snorkel and custom race. Imagine a “relay” race: sail to a small cay, drop snorkel team to explore a reef channel, while another team works the sails; finish with all regrouped at a sand‑bar island. The shallow banks allow impressive visibility and dramatic underwater shots.

Note: These are only a handful of the Bahamian island stops available.