Cruising Beyond the Caribbean in a Loop: ‘Whatever you decide, the ocean currents will help you on your way’

Janneke Kuysters discovers cruising beyond the Caribbean – from Mexico to the Bahamas and America’s Great Loop

Chris and Alison Major’s Beneteau 423 Fika. Photo: Chris Major/CM Images LLC

Many cruisers focus on the eastern Caribbean, but there are some amazing cruising options further north and north-east: the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, the coastal waters of the US, and the paradise islands of the Bahamas. With the right yacht, you can even opt for America’s Great Loop: an adventure in itself.