Hi RD,
I'm getting ready to set sail from Dominion Republic (Puerto Plata) to Trinidad, approx 7 - 10 days (island hopping), on my Frers 72' ketch and am having trouble finding crew to assist.
I was just going to go single handed but having no auto pilot will make it a chore instead of pleasure, but, I will do it if required.
I live in Louisiana and did have a house up in NC (Murphy), I also enjoy the Mountains and the trout fishing, but, the sea has always been part of my life after having worked offshore for 36 years it tends to become "home".
My wife isnt into sailing, but doesnt mind meeting me when I dock the boat.

So, time
line I would prefer is departing just after Xmas and getting back to the States before New Year.
Let me know if your up for it....