Yes. There is considerable E-W confusion here in this subject. Armchair sailors are navigating with a tates! > Huh? Isn't the Mona Passage between Hispaniola and Puerto Rico? >>> If you go directly to Key West, or Grand Cayman, this is a most difficult passage, since you will be bucking into the trade winds and seas all of the way. I strongly advise against taking this course. I only know of a very limited number of boats which have made this passage, and the vast majority would not try it again. >>> If you go directly to Key West, or Grand Cayman, this is a most difficult passage, since you will be bucking into the trade winds and seas all of the way. <snip> >> >or along the Columbia/Venzuela Coast, thus to the Eastern Caribbean and across the island chain to Bahamas and Florida. Regards, John "Seahorse" **************Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod00030000000001)