GOODSPEED The Tradewind Magazine | Issue 18 | May 2024

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THE TRADEWIND MAGAZINE

INSIDE

FOLLOW THE LEADER TRADEWIND'S FORMATION FEAT

BEHOLD THE BOAT BASIN NANTUCKET'S WATERFRONT REFRESH

AL FRESCO SEASON FROM TABLEWARE TO PICNIC PERFECTION

Villa Paulista © hugo allard

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING TRADEWIND AVIATION!

We’re thrilled you’re joining us today and hope you have a pleasant flight. We've included some helpful information below. Should you have any questions or concerns, please ask your pilots and they will be happy to assist.

SAFETY

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Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the safety briefing card, located in the seatback pocket.

AIRCRAFT

The Pilatus PC-12 is a modern, turbine-powered aircraft with a pressurized cabin. Built in Switzerland, the PC-12 is fully capable of flying in the same weather conditions and turbulence as larger airliners.

The Citation CJ3 is a light jet with the latest technology, avionics and engines, climbing to 45,000 feet easily and cruising long distances efficiently. It also has a pressurized cabin. Enjoy complimentary WiFi on domestic flights in our Citation CJ3 Jets.

REFRESHMENTS

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DESTINATION LEGEND:

TabLE of COntents

Flight Plan

8 THE LATEST AND GREATEST IN EACH OF OUR DESTINATIONS

New restaurant openings in St. Barths and Palm Beach, a fresh market that must not be missed in Nantucket, a picturesque farm in Martha’s Vineyard with cheese tastings and a wine selection perfect for summer picnics

Control Tower

24 THAR SHE BLOWS

Introducing Captain Cara Brown, the most requested captain in the BVI

28 THE GENTLEMAN LENSMAN

Banker by day, photographer by passion, Charlie Suominen captures his favorite scenery

The Hangar

32 WHEN YOUR SHIP COMES IN

Revealing the recent renovation of Nantucket’s beloved cottages at the Boat Basin

36 ABSOLUTE PRECISION

The details behind Tradewind’s stunningly singular formation shoot in the Connecticut skies

In Every Issue

6 CHARTER A COURSE

St. Eustatius, Dutch Antilles | TNCE

20 CALENDAR

Not-to-miss events in our destinations

42 HIDDEN HAVENS

Hither Creek, Madaket Harbor, Nantucket

44 VECTOR

Tradewind’s routes and current happenings

48 SUNDOWNERS

The Cabana at The Park | West Palm Beach, Florida

WE’VE ALL HEARD the adage “Do what you love, and you’ll be happy” in some iteration or another—some more poetic than others, but the base point remains the same—happiness is linked to how often your brain can enjoy a dopamine release. Of course, it’s not always easy to spend all day, every day doing something that you love, particularly when responsibilities wreak havoc. However, if you are fortunate to find a way to incorporate what you love and what gives you that delicious reward sensation in your brain, then it is cause for celebration.

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In this issue, we highlight a variety of places that ensure that dopamine release, as well as people who have found that dopamine release by doing what they truly enjoy. From the purely aesthetic of pretty picnic details and addictive flavors of fresh cuisine and crisp wine pairings to the headier joy of pursuing a physical challenge like Captain Cara Brown’s ASA Outstanding Instructor of the Year award, Charlie Suominen’s dreamy landscapes and, most of all, Tradewind’s incredible formation flight with their fleet of Pilatus planes, the pursuit of joy is the consistent theme. When we get the opportunity to do what we love, we should always take it and, better yet, celebrate it by fully embracing that joy—and if we can, sharing with others. I hope by including the joyful stories here in our pages, we can all feel compelled to do more of what we love, more often than we may do now.

Cheers,

MEG NOLAN

DRIVE ON THEwild side!

Sand Bar

Rémy Bar & Salon

The Sand Bar combines beach-side dining with a relaxed ambiance, offering a menu inspired by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten's international expertise, including signature dishes like truffle pizza and crispy salmon sushi.

The Rémy Bar & Salon, designed in memory of Rémy De Haenen, founder of Eden Rock - St Barths, invites guests to savor expertly crafted cocktails and nightly entertainment.

Wine lovers are especially catered to, with ER's Head Sommelier Cyril Bossard leading a team dedicated to presenting an exceptional selection of wines. From rare vintages to the most soughtafter bottles, the wine experience is designed to enhance the dining experience with perfect pairings and tailored recommendations, ensuring a memorable culinary journey that celebrates the rich tapestry of wine culture.

Where every moment is Food & Fun

CHARTER a COURSE

St. Eustatius, Dutch Antilles

An island slightly larger than Saba, neighboring Saint Kitts and Saint Maarten, and just opposite St. Barths, it’s no wonder Saint Eustatius is on our radar.

As part of the Lesser Dutch Antilles and often called “Statia,” St. Eustatius is best known for its award-winning diving, having been heralded as “The Caribbean’s Best Diving” by National Geographic Magazine. Relatively untouristed, particularly compared to its neighbors, we are eager to dive deeper into both its waters and lush tropical setting.

WHAT TO DO

Given the small, less-touristed vibe of the island, the main activity is exploring. Along with underwater adventures, there is also plenty to see on land. The tropical forest is filled with orchids and fruit trees while the extinct volcano, Quill, makes for an ideal hiking destination. There is the Miriam C. Schmidt Botanical Garden, where you can see local flora and fauna, and the 16th-century Fort Oranje. Of course, diving is the main agenda item here, and the island’s reef is bountiful with living healthy coral and over 30 major dive spots, including the coral-coated sunken Dutch tall ships at Double Wreck. The Crack in the Wall area is another must-see dive site where the coral is most

alluring and home to eagle rays, black-tip sharks, barracudas and tons of fish. And when downtime is needed, there’s always the beach. Statia’s beaches are narrow and defined by their volcanic sand with the best ones being on the mellower Caribbean side. Crook Castle Beach is a particular favorite for the blue-hued sand crystals.

WHERE TO STAY

The stunning Golden Rock Dive and Nature Resort is our preferred partner, having been built with a sustainable infrastructure and simply teeming with flowers. The resort’s owner is one of the world’s largest rose growers, producing nine million roses per day in Africa.

He utilized much of his knowledge when he created the resort, including planting over 130,000 new flowers and trees, in addition to a 20,000-square-foot greenhouse that provides the resort’s produce. Golden Rock also runs off its own solar park with 2,240 solar panels; they create the resort’s drinking water with two reverse osmosis machines. The resort offers 75 rooms, 29 of them suites, all overlooking the sea and the beautifully lush, landscaped grounds, with a neutral continental décor that draws the eye outdoors to each room’s spacious balcony. The resort offers diving excursions via its impressive Dive Centre, as well as meditation, yoga and breathwork classes, while the newly enlarged Rock Spa features treatments that incorporate the natural elements of the volcanic island. In keeping with touristic trends, they have just built two pickleball courts and one paddle court, which complement their existing minigolf course and tennis court, while

the saltwater lagoon pool offers an easy respite to while away the afternoon.

WHERE TO EAT

Golden Rock’s Breeze Restaurant serves dailycaught fresh seafood and offers lovely terrace views while Bobbie’s Beach Club Bar has casual pizza and sushi options. The Old Gin House, right on Oranje Bay in Lower Town, offers the ideal night out from the resort with waterfront views and casual Caribbean fare, as well as tasty cocktails and an easy vantage from which to explore the town.

FOR MORE INFORMATION visit www.flytradewind.com/ destination/st-eustatius/

GR een I s GOOD

INTRODUCING NANTUCKET’S THE GREEN MARKET FARM

In case you’ve missed it, Nantucket’s first “whole market”—a one-stop shop where all your weekend needs are met— was opened by Tessa Cressman three years ago right downtown on India Street.

A local Nantucketer, Cressman wanted to create something that was sorely missing on the island: an independent, elevated grab-and-go market where customers can get everything from pre-made salads, sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches and home-baked muffins and pastries to fresh-squeezed juices and coffee. Ensuring the elevated element, they also offer a retail option of regional cheeses from across New England, beer and wine, and they’re now known for their madeto-order cheese board service. Of course, it wouldn’t be downtown Nantucket without some merchandise in the mix, and thus The Green Market Farm carries a range of gifts including ceramics from local artist Nell Van Vorst, stationery, cookbooks and their own whimsical

branded linen totes and aprons. Updated just this year is the Market’s mother-property, The Green Market Farm, a five-acre estate on Wauwinet Road, available for events and short-term rentals. Having just undergone a massive restoration that features a design style Tessa calls “quintessentially Nantucket, but with Provençal touches,” the farm property provides guests with customized service including exclusive delivery of foods and items from The Green Market. A symbiotic relationship, of course, the Farm also supplies the Market with fresh-cut flowers and honey.

LEARN MORE nantucketfarm.com

Picnic Perfect

ALTHOUGH WE DO LOVE THE DECORATIVE ELEMENTS AS EVIDENCED IN OUR PAGES, WE KNOW THAT WHAT MATTERS MOST IS WHAT’S BEING SERVED AT THE PICNIC.

We asked our friends over at CRU on Nantucket, experts at both wine selection and creating delicious packable fare as evidenced by their Cru Off the Wharf to-go and catering menu, what combinations they recommend packing for an al fresco meal, whether for the beach or for the boat.

Marchesi di Barolo Gavi, Piedmont, Italy, paired with their famous crab or lobster cocktail

Christian Moreau Chablis, Chablis, France, paired with chilled lobster rolls or grilled chicken paillard salad with arugula and pecorino

Granbazan Albariño Etiqueta Verde, Rias Baixas, Spain, paired with smoked fish dip and crudités or a fresh crudo

LEARN MORE www.crunantucket.com/

Photos

L.Di Orio, L. Lindbergh, K. Khan.

Hot plates

THE LATEST OPENINGS AND UPDATES IN OUR DESTINATIONS

Le Café, Gustavia, St. Barths

New this season, Le Café burst onto the St. Barths scene with an authentic charm and conviviality that had both locals and visitors flocking in droves. The dinner-only restaurant is also a piano bar with two nightly seatings: one at 7:30 and the other at 9:30 with the piano music starting up around 8:30. Le Café also has sister restaurants all over France including in Courchevel, Biarritz, Megève and SaintTropez, continuing to prove the success of St. Barths as a worthy outpost for successful French hospitality brands in Le Café’s AF Group. The décor is decidedly Provençal with pillowed and rattan seating, potted plants and ceramic pineapple lamps scattered throughout the dining room, while the pink-hued bar features cozy upholstered stools and an artfully organized bottle display. The menu features French bistro classics like escargots, frog legs and bone marrow, while main dishes like black truffle and foie gras macaroni and duck confit ensure a hearty meal can be had prior to belting out showtunes at the piano. Given the popularity, we recommend booking the second seating so you can indulge without time constraint and sing freely until the wee hours.

LEARN MORE AT lecafe.fr/saint-barthelemy-restaurant

The

Blue Door, West Palm Beach, Florida

The collective desire for Mediterranean fare has not waned, especially in the warmer climates, and the brand-new Blue Door restaurant in West Palm Beach is proof positive. Opening to considerable demand, the casual, coastal, contemporary space is complete with a long, whitewashed, L-shaped bar featuring signature cocktails that are both fresh and delicious, though we recommend you give the bartender your preferred flavor and spirit so he can concoct something singularly spectacular. The menu, created by Chef Nano Crespo, is less Greek than perhaps the restaurant’s name suggests and instead features quick favorites like Maine lobster tagliolini, crab cakes and steak tartare. The burger is also quite popular. We enjoyed the charred Brussels sprouts with tzatziki and the snapper crudo and couldn’t resist the lamb chops, doubling down on that homemade tzatziki. Located right on South Dixie in the south end of West Palm Beach, The Blue Door is just what the neighborhood needed: a local spot with great relaxed ambiance and a menu that appeals to all.

LEARN MORE AT thebluedoorwpb.com

La Guérite Beach Club, Baie de Saint Jean, St. Barths

Following in the footsteps of her sibling in the South of France, La Guérite Beach Club St. Barths opened its doors just this spring on the rarefied sands of Saint Jean Beach, offering a waterfront outpost of the heralded restaurant and bar located in Gustavia. Adorned in the signature blue and white palette of the Mediterranean and featuring a menu where family-style meals overflowing with flavor are the forte of Greek chef Yiannis Kioroglou, La Guérite Beach Club is an instant hit, blending seamlessly into the beach club scene of the island. Staples like truffle pizza, sea bream sashimi and the signature La Guérite pasta draw the crowds while the grilled selections of lobster and meat, plus those king crab legs, seal the deal as not only a lovely setting to spend the afternoon but a meal worth booking.

LEARN MORE AT restaurantlaguerite.com/saint-barth-beach

al F re SCO a FFa I r

It’s the summer season, which means entertaining turns to outdoor venues, and all things practical and pretty come to mind. We’ve compiled a list of things we believe will better your next al fresco tablescape, boat cocktails or beach blanket affair.

Furbish Napkin Rings

Whimsical napkin rings always make a statement, especially these raffia ones from Furbish.

$28 | FURBISHSTUDIO.COM/COLLECTIONS/ NAPKIN-RINGS

Botanical Melamine Plates

Botanical melamine plates in a forever palette of classic blue and white from One Hundred 80 Degrees.

$32 FOR A SET OF 4 | TNUCK.COM

FREEZE Cooling Wine Glasses

Keep your wine cool with silicone coolantfueled glassware from Freeze.

$54 FOR A SET OF 4 | FRONTGATE.COM

Rosé

Tablecloth

This rosé tablecloth from Pomegranate is the perfect pink pop to a garden party and comes in four different sizes with matching napkins and placemats.

$168 | POMEGRANATEINC.COM

Bamboo

Cane Placemat

Placemats can set a tone, and these bamboo cane neutral tactile ones keep things fresh and tropical feeling.

$96, SET OF 4 | POMEGRANATEINC.COM

Olive Glass Lantern Tea Light Holder Set

Candlelight is ever essential when dining outside, and these olive-colored glass lantern tealight holders are especially elegant.

$98, SET OF 4 | MRSALICE.COM

Acrylic Flatware Set

Cutlery that looks different from the everyday like this acrylic flatware set from Laura Park.

$65 FOR A 5-PIECE SET | LAURAPARKDESIGNS.COM

Canvas & Wicker Picnic Bag

Of course, a carrier for all the goodies is critical, like this charming canvas and hardbottomed wicker one or a complete package that includes a set of matching plates, glasses, napkins and cutlery for two from Coronado.

$50 CANVAS BAG, $75 FOR COMPLETE SET | WELLAPPOINTEDHOUSE.COM

Country

Chateau Wine & Cheese Tote

For wine lovers, it’s hard to resist the lure of the Chateau Country wine and cheese tote that makes packing for an impromptu beach or boat picnic fast and simple.

$58 | WELLAPPOINTEDHOUSE.COM

Palms Cabana Printed Cotton Napkins

These palm print cabana dinner napkins from The Well Appointed House set the perfect outdoor tone.

$69 FOR A SET OF 8 | WELLAPPOINTEDHOUSE.COM

Sailboat Hurricanes

Hurricanes cast a lovely glow, and why not add some nautical flair with these Simon Pearce Nantucket sailboat hurricanes?

$165 FOR SMALL SIZE | WESTONTABLE.COM

Wine Chiller

Keeping your wine cold on the table just got more secure with this wine cooler from Yeti.

$70 | YETI.COM

Poldina PRO Rechargeable LED Table Lamp

Rechargeable LED Poldina table lamps are all the rage—and for good reason—plus they come in a variety of colors.

$169 | LUMENS.COM

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A toUCH OF GREY

THE GREY BARN AND FARM ON MARTHA’S VINEYARD DELIGHTS DUE TO ITS OWNERS, WHO ABOVE ALL ARE DEEPLY COMMITTED TO THE LAND.

A 100-acre farm located “up-island” in Chilmark on Martha’s Vineyard, Grey Barn and Farm is a testament to the surrounding land’s heritage and benevolence. Owned by Eric and Molly Glasgow, two former Londoners with successful careers as a commodities trader and an art director, the pair spent their summers traveling to the Vineyard and moved full-time in 2009, drawn to the beauty of the island.

WHEN THE GLASGOWS BOUGHT THE PROPERTY, it had not been a working farm since 1961; however, they saw its potential immediately, and just three years later, Grey Barn became the second certified organic farm on the island (and the only dairy farm to obtain the designation). As self-taught farmers, their passion for food (Eric was once a chef and Molly a devoted baker) has led them to output truly remarkable and sustainable food products. It’s no wonder that the stated ethos of the farm is about creating great food from the land and working hard and with pride. Today, they have cows and pigs and make award-winning cheese and delectable breads in all types of flavors and shapes. Their farmstand is a must-hit destination with seasonal offerings that change daily, and the farm tours and cheese tastings are bound to be one of the best things you’ll do on the island. We caught up with Molly, who is also an accomplished photographer—all the images here are hers—and Eric, who has the daunting task of managing the finances, to ask these curious questions about life on a farm.

What is the most surprising thing about being a farmer?

That you can learn almost anything on YouTube.

What is the most challenging/most rewarding thing about owning and operating a dairy farm?

The most challenging is managing the constant turnover of employees while the most rewarding is the babies. There are baby animals all the time.

To what do you attribute your instant success with the farmstand?

I can’t say that we had instant success. We have been at this since 2009 and our farmstand opened in 2010—it was just a fridge on the

porch of our barn. Slowly we built up the farmstand, and then in 2021 we did a large renovation and now have our wonderful store.

What makes you proudest with regard to Grey Barn and Farm?

Our organic certification. It was a long process and continues to be a long process each year.

Molly, what is your most beloved product that you sell?

Plain croissant without a doubt.

Eric, what keeps you grounded in tough times? Is there any business strategy or advice you would suggest to those inspired by your success?

What keeps me grounded? Molly does. Work with your wife; she will tell you when you need to take a break.

What is your favorite season at the Farm and why?

Autumn. It’s still warm, there are still wonderful people around, but the vibe of the island is just that much more relaxed. Oh, and the fog— we get fog that rolls across the pastures in the fall.

What’s a secret about Grey Barn and Farm that you're willing to share?

It’s great that we have cows, but honestly the pigs are my favorite of our animals.

What’s in the pipeline for Grey Barn and Farm or for the Glasgows?

Just keep on truckin'. Our boys are off in college, so we are trying to take a bit more time for just the two of us now that we don't have high school concerts to go to.

LEARN MORE thegreybarnandfarm.com

MAY

ACK 15–19

Wine & Food Festival

AXA 23–26

Anguilla Culinary Experience

AXA 30

Anguilla Day Celebration

JUNE

MVY 6–9

Food & Wine Festival

ACK 13–16

Nantucket Book Festival

ACK 19–24

Nantucket Film Festival

ACK 29

Race for Open Space

JULY

ACK 11–13

Nantucket Comedy Festival

MVY 12–14

Vineyard Cup Regatta

SBH 14

Bastille Day Fireworks

ACK 20

Nantucket Triathlon

AXA 21–AUGUST 11

Anguilla Summer Festival

VIJ 25–AUGUST 10

Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival

ANU 25–AUGUST 6

Antigua’s Carnival

ACK 27

Swim Across America

AUGUST

MVY 2–10

African American Film Festival

ACK 10

Boston Pops on Jetties Beach

MVY 14

Grand Illumination

ACK 14–18

Nantucket Race Week

SEPTEMBER

MVY 3–8

International Film Festival

ACK 26–29

The Nantucket Project

OCTOBER

MVY 12–13

The Vineyard Artisans Fall Festival

ACK 13

Nantucket Half Marathon

Larimar is a ready-to-drink brand inspired by St Barths The cocktails and mocktails bring you the taste of summer with every sip. Larimar is a brand founded on the principle of uniting people through shared passions - in wellness, exploration, environmental stewardship and more

Artwork by Karolina Karlsson

NANTUCKET’S CHICEST BOUTIQUE HOTEL

An imaginative combination of midcentury design, contemporary elegance and island charm. Located in the heart of town, Hotel Pippa sits steps from Nantucket’s most exciting galleries, restaurants, boutiques and more.

Thar She Blows

Captain Cara Brown is as impressive as they come. From accolades to World Cup arenas, she is as decorated as she is passionate about her surroundings and, best yet, sharing it with others.

CAPTAIN CARA BROWN IS A SKIPPER and ASA instructor for Horizon Yacht Charters based out of Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. She hails from London but grew up in Italy and has been sailing in the Islands since she was young. In 2022, Cara was awarded ASA Outstanding Instructor of the Year, which honors the top 1% of all active-status ASA instructors. The recognition is a testament to Cara’s teaching abilities and attentiveness to her students and clients alike. She has her ASA 201, 203, 204, 205 and 214 certificates and also her Yachtmaster Offshore qualification, which places her in the top echelon of instructors and skippers in the BVI. She has sailed around the majority of the Caribbean, from the Grenadines to Puerto Rico, and has delivered yachts along the coast of Spain, the UK and Gibraltar, raced around the Solent in the UK, and competed in the prestigious Cowes Week Regatta. She’s also an underwater enthusiast and has her PADI open water diver certificate. She speaks English, French and Italian fluently and, if that’s not impressive enough, before she became a skipper in the BVI she competed as an alpine ski racer as a member of the British National Team, reaching the World Cup level. A marvel, indeed, and so after reading her bio we simply had to learn more. We caught up with her between charters to ask a few personal questions, eager to dig deeper into this dynamic and incredibly impressive woman of the snow and sea.

How did you get your start in sailing?

My dad has been sailing since he was a kid with his dad, and my mum also went on sailing trips when she was younger, so sailing dominated our family vacations growing up. It’s something that we’ve always done together.

What initially brought you to the BVI?

My dad worked as an accountant in the Caribbean and South America in the ’80s, and he used to sneak away to the BVI to go sailing on his time off, so he always wanted to return! We came on our first family vacation to the BVI in 2002 and never looked back.

“I spend time with such amazing families and friends. I always love having people that have never sailed before. . . . I also think it’s really cool that I have guests that aren’t into sailing but just love being on the boat, snorkeling, going to the beach and exploring. I’m the missing link in their sailing vacation, and I’m always proud to be able to be in that role.”

What is it you love best about your job?

My office view is pretty nice! I love meeting new people. I spend time with such amazing families and friends. I always love having people that have never sailed before and giving them the skills to start their journey in sailing. I also think it’s really cool that I have guests that aren’t into sailing but just love being on the boat, snorkeling, going to the beach and exploring. I’m the missing link in their sailing vacation, and I’m always proud to be able to be in that role.

What is your #1 piece of advice to novice sailors, and what about for rusty sailors who are keen to re-engage?

There’s never been a better time than now! If you’re completely new to sailing, don’t feel overwhelmed; we can guide you through every step of the way, and I run our sailing school with the aim of creating confident and competent sailors! You’ll be amazed at how quickly people get the hang of sailing, and it’s fun from day one! If you’re a rusty sailor, don’t worry, it’s like riding a bike! Spending a couple of days with a captain or instructor will help you find your feet again before you head back out on a bareboat charter.

What do you suggest as the optimal charter program/itinerary for a week in the BVI?

Ahhh . . . how long is a piece of string!? There is no bad way to see the BVI. The BVI has a fantastic mix of secluded bays, snorkeling and diving, water sports, beach bars and restaurants, so it can cater to a huge variety of vacations. If this is your first trip to the BVI, then hit the hot spots like the Baths on Virgin Gorda, sip sundowners at Saba Rock in the North Sound, snorkel the Indians, try the famous “painkiller” at the Soggy Dollar Bar on Jost Van Dyke and then jump off the Willy T! My best advice is to not rush, don’t try and fit everything in the BVI into one week; you’ll return time and time again!

What is one of your favorite places to anchor overnight?

Oooh, this is a hard one, and I don’t know if I want to share my bestkept secret spots! I’m always in awe of how beautiful Little Harbour on Peter Island is; that’s never a bad spot to spend the night.

When you do come ashore, where is the first place you want to go or the first thing you like to do?

When I’m off charter I live on Tortola, and I like to take my friend’s dog to the North Shore beaches, go kitesurfing and catch up with my friends and colleagues! There’s a great community of people who work in Nanny Cay (where Horizon Yacht Charters is based); they feel like my family here and it’s always fun to have a few beers with them.

Given your tremendous success as a female captain, what advice do you have for other female sailors or aspiring captains?

I always like to put us women on an even playing field, so I don’t like to play up being a “female captain”—I’m just a captain! My advice would be don’t wait and don’t let your fears hold you back. A good instructor will set you at ease and you’ll be having fun on board from day one. Sailing is a skill you’ll have for life that will allow you to create endless memories, and it can take you all across the world.

Do you miss skiing?

No. My home is here now.

What’s next for Cara Brown?

Ah, no plan is the best plan in the islands! For now, the BVI is my home and I plan to continue sharing my passion for sailing here for as long as I can.

LEARN MORE horizonyachtcharters.com

is the world upside down or are we?

SEPTEMBER 26 – 29

The Gentleman Lensman

PHOTOGRAPHER CHARLIE SUOMINEN

Photographer Charlie Suominen is a dynamic fellow, balancing the frenetic world of high finance in New York City with his profound passion for photography. By day, Charlie navigates the intricacies of investment banking in the concrete jungle, but as soon as he clocks out, he turns his lens to the world around him, seeking to capture the essence of life’s most beautiful moments.

FAVORING SUNSETS, SURFERS AND LANDSCAPES , Charlie finds particular solace in the serene topography of Montauk, New York, where he focuses often on the surfers at Ditch Plains Beach. Charlie’s work not only showcases the beauty of his subject, but also tells compelling stories that grab the audience.

When did your photography career begin and how?

It all started back in middle school with my dad’s old Nikon DSLR. Just messing around at home, learning the ropes from him. He got his chops from his dad and just kept the hobby rolling. It’s a family tradition now.

Who is one of your biggest photography influences?

I’m big on guys like Slim Aarons and Stuart Cantor. Their stuff just clicks with me. It’s like they’ve got this secret sauce for cool shots that I’m always trying to catch a taste of.

What’s one of your favorite things to shoot? What draws you back time and time again?

Shooting surfers. It’s like an addiction for me. Getting the camera just right for those action shots is a real game. And sometimes you mess up, but those mess-ups can turn into some of the best shots. It’s the rough with the smooth that keeps pulling me back.

How (or when) do you know you’ve gotten the shot you want?

The best bit about shooting is that sometimes you think you’ve nailed it on site, but then you’re back at your desk, scrolling through, and boom, some other shot just jumps out. Those surprises, that’s the gold!

What’s the best thing about being a photographer?

What’s amazing about being a photographer is you can switch it on whenever. No rules, no boxes, just pure freedom to create. If you’ve got an eye for it, the world’s your playground.

Where are three of your favorite places to shoot?

Top of my list? Montauk, NY, hands down. Then it’s a tight race between St. Barths and anywhere in Italy. Just can’t beat those vibes.

Nikon or Canon?

Unfortunately, you won’t catch me in those debates! I’m more of a Sony guy, lately been loving my Leica. It’s all about what feels right in the moment.

When you’re not shooting, what are you doing most?

When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me outdoors, maybe by the beach or hitting the slopes. It’s all about balancing the grind with good times.

Where’s somewhere you want to go and photograph and haven’t yet?

Dream shoots? Catching the Northern Lights in Lapland or chasing summer in Switzerland. Just thinking about it gets me itching to pack up and go.

When Your Ship Comes In

REVEALING THE MUCH-ANTICIPATED RENOVATION OF NANTUCKET’S BELOVED COTTAGES AT THE BOAT BASIN

The 29 cottages at the Nantucket Boat Basin, best known for their enviable waterfront and wharfside location and classic shingle and wood beam construction, have just undergone a massive multimillion-dollar renovation. Newly opened just this April, the cottages’ interiors, designed by Nantucketbased designer Audrey Sterk, showcase a fresh nautical look with crisp navy and white fabrics, neutral wood furnishings and newly whitewashed plank ceilings that reflect a classic polished style.

The cottages’ waterfront location, which became known as the Nantucket Boat Basin in the 1960s, has always been a strong fishing community and bustling artist enclave with more than a dozen galleries lining the wharves. The cottages as bookable hotel rooms officially arrived on the scene in 2002 when they became part of White Elephant Resorts. The cottages were an instant hit, given that they are the epitome of historic waterfront accommodations on Nantucket— it’s the closest you can get to the boat without being on a boat and, as their marketing claims, “nautical soundtrack included.”

The 29 cottages, ranging from studio to splitlevel three-bedroom lofts, are individually designed and feature names such as Sea Syren, Essex and Orion, inspired by the great whaling ships of the 1700s. Twelve of the accommodations, coined Woof Cottages, are pet-friendly. All cottages offer full kitchens and the majority boast private decks. The renovation has been highly anticipated as the cottages are a beloved product on the island, but their décor had become severely outdated. Under Sterk’s sharp eye, authentic details like caged lighting, nautical charts of Nantucket, brass barometer instruments, rope and jute detailing in the furnishings and carpet, and woven fixtures tie the cottages back to the island’s whaling roots in a sophisticated and thoughtful manner. Even better is the newly added extensive collection of artwork, including 3-D pieces of framed mariners’ knots and the stunning hand-painted mural by Sterk herself that has been digitally modified to fit into each cottage. As the design team explains, “The floor-to-ceiling seascape— which took nearly eight months to create—will stretch across an entire wall and depict a ‘First Nantucket Settlers’ scene, with large-masted sailboats, lighthouses, a distant hamlet and coastal vegetation brimming with native plants and animals. The mural tradition is deeply woven into the fabric of the island: in the 1800s, owners of whaling ships commissioned murals for their homes.”

With the chic and thoughtful updates to the interiors, coupled with enticing amenities such as complimentary access to bicycles, kids’ fishing rods, reels and nets and the beach shuttle, the cottages have just become one of the most desirable bookings of the season.

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TRADEWIND AVIATION’S STUNNINGLY SINGULAR FORMATION SHOOT

Over two days in late September last year, Tradewind Aviation orchestrated and executed a flawless formation photoshoot utilizing 12 aircraft from their fleet of Pilatus PC-12s, resulting in some truly exceptional aerial photography.

Precision

OVER A YEAR IN THE MAKING , the formation shoot required fastidious planning and organization by the Tradewind and Pilatus teams, who coordinated not only the schedule of available aircraft—as you can imagine, it’s not easy taking 12 planes out of their busy business-related rotation—but also 12 in-house Tradewind pilots and 12 formation-trained pilots.

Co-founder and CEO Eric Zipkin explains that the whole concept of the formation shoot was borne of a few key things, the first and foremost simply being that Tradewind can. Due to its uniquely large fleet of PC-12s and Eric’s personal experience with air show flying, Tradewind was able to pull it off safely. The result was some truly incredible photography thanks to aviation photographer Mike Fizer.

We used two photo ship aircraft to get the shots. The head-on pictures where you see all the planes aligned are shot out of a WWII B-25 bomber, where photographer Mike Fizer was lying on his belly in the tail gunner position, giving him an unobstructed view of the formation. The side-angle pictures are captured from a Bonanza, graciously loaned from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. Depending on the photographer’s position and aircraft, the formation had to adjust their shape to get the best angle.

As Eric explains, Tradewind was intent on being very careful and particular about the execution of the formation shoot from the getgo—it was “imperative that it was not done haphazardly, as nothing we do is haphazard,” says Eric.

Roster of Pilots

FORMATION PILOTS:

Eric “Zippy” Zipkin (also Tradewind)

Garrett “Friskies” Fleishman (also Tradewind)

Doug “Rozy” Rozendaal

Steve Salmirs

Charlie “Mob” Lynch

Larry Arken

Steve “Mozam” Dalton

Mike “Blade” Filucci

Ben “Tin Man” Smith

Mark “Bambi” Simmons

Mark Murphy

Billy “Smitty” Smith

Jeff “Measles” Measamer

Dave Hirschman

TRADEWIND PILOTS:

Adam Schaefer

Brian Rechtiene

Lisa Mannina

Jacob Pohl

Theo Tessier

Maria Meyer

Eran Artigues

Michael James

Jordan Szostak

Tyler Simpson

Luke Wrest

The biggest obstacle the planning faced was timing. There are only two times of year when the number of planes could be dedicated to a multi-day event like this—in spring before the Northeast season ramps up or in the late fall before the Caribbean season takes over and planes head south. The original schedule was for early May 2022, but the Caribbean season that year was so strong that spring that they had to push it back, which ended up being fortuitous as the Canadian wildfires wreaked havoc on the skies last May.

Of course, the timing of the planes wasn’t the only juggling being done; there were also the schedules of 24 separate pilots to be managed. It was Eric’s idea to have each plane flown by one Tradewind Aviation instructor pilot—an expert in the specifics of the PC-12 aircraft— paired with an air show pilot—an expert in the specifics of formation flying. Together they formed the perfect symbiotic team, and both pilots were equally engaged to learn from one another.

As Eric recounts, “I know a lot of professional air show pilots, so I reached out to them and thankfully people jumped at the opportunity. Our crew roster was a real who’s who of the air show world. Everyone wanted to do it because of the uniqueness of the event and the opportunity to apply their skills to an airplane that isn’t normally flown this way.” It was also a chance to showcase how Tradewind is methodical with its approach to instructor training. As Eric explains, “We applied the same principles we use toward training our own pilots to the way we trained for these flights. It was a great learning experience for our pilots, particularly because they saw that all the things we do regularly within our training core— things like safety management, fatigue management—being applied

“Our business is doing the extraordinary safely. I see the pictures we got as a testament to our procedure, which is ultimately our core value. I am thrilled our pilots were able to see our processes adapted successfully to something new, as well as showing them they can apply these processes and skills to new situations. I also want to offer a massive pat on the back to our dispatch, maintenance and training teams, who were responsible for implementing these procedures and ensuring aircraft safety and readiness—which drew compliments from the air show pilots, many of whom are commercial pilots as well.”

in a different setting, which made those procedures even more relevant to other scenarios.”

It was key that both pilots not only understood their own jobs but one another’s as well. Tradewind put together an online training program, ensuring everyone grasped the fundamentals together and began to form a camaraderie. Next, the pilots all came to Tradewind headquarters in Oxford, Connecticut, where they could have two practice flights together so each pilot could teach the other in the real environment and know what to expect. The day after the initial flights, the pilots all went up and completed a very methodical set of practice flights—dress rehearsals, if you will. “You can only fly with this type of precision for so long, and you can’t do it all day long, so we had to be careful about our timing and pilot fatigue,” explains Eric. “I recall pilot Garrett Fleishman and I did lots of early practice to verify whether we could even do it with PC-12s. We did an enormous amount of work in advance. Then, of course, there’s the photography element. In order to get the best shots, the planes must be flying during the golden hour moments: either early at sunrise or at sunset.”

When asked about his experience on that day, Eric adds the following: “It was exhausting! You’re up at 3:00 in the morning, and then you spend an hour assessing the daily conditions plus completing a methodical briefing with all the pilots present, going through the whatifs. Then there’s the pre-flight of the airplane. Everything happens very slowly and methodically. And then even when you’re in the air it’s still very slow and methodical—this is not whipping airplanes around! It takes five or 10 minutes to get the formation together. As the lead airplane [which Eric was flying], you’re really flying 12 airplanes

in your head, so you have to maintain that picture in your mind and then fly in a formation that is in relation to the photo ship, so the photographer can get a good angle.” It’s a remarkable feat of both flying and perspective. As Eric recounts it, “You’re trying to coordinate with the photo ship the whole time. The photographer is telling the pilot of the photo ship where to go so he gets the background he wants for the shot, and then he is also telling the lead pilot which direction he needs him to go for the frame of the photograph.”

Fortunately, Mike Fizer is a specialized aviation photographer who understands the safety behind his requests and is able to ask for just what he needs without compromising anyone. The pilots were in formation for about an hour during each of the three flights, or sorties as they call them. Like a proud father, Eric proclaims, “We were really good. So good that after only a few minutes, air traffic control told us they didn’t need both the lead and the tail transponders on to track our group, which is typical, because we were so tight that only the first one was necessary.”

As Eric explains, it is easier and safer when the planes are closer together, given that the wing planes are positioned in order to react to what the lead plane is doing; thus, if they’re closer together, the wing airplanes have to make less movement and can ultimately be more precise. Nevertheless, the challenge and skill required to execute a successful formation shoot like that of Tradewind in September 2023 is no small feat, and one we are thrilled to share with you all here. Says Eric, “I’d like to recognize Pilatus as they were super supportive. We are very much aligned with them, and having them endorse this event was very much a statement of their trust in us.”

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HITHER CREEK — NANTUCKET, MASSACHUSETTS

Located on the western end of Nantucket just behind Madaket Harbor, Hither Creek is an alluring body of water that even has its own marina and a particularly shallow channel that requires careful attention.

In the spring it’s one of fine art photographer (and Nantucket resident) Nathan Coe’s favorite spots. He describes his stunning photograph, “Come Hither,” as “an ethereal morning blanketed in mist with saturated grasses and bright boats, reminiscent of a film set.”

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Sunset libation inspiration from our favorite local spots

The year-old local public golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida, has met with tremendous success, mainly due to the excellence of the facilities and the programming, though we’d be remiss if we didn’t also note that the cocktails served at The Cabana also play a role. The open-air pavilion bar is placed right at the turn, but it’s the western-facing views out over both the 18-hole course and the Par 3 that light up the sky at sunset and keep us returning. The Park’s relaxed, convivial atmosphere is a huge draw as is the cocktail list, and the tasty bar fare keeps you long past your first drink. Our favorite is the Lit Nine, named after the lighted Par 3 course, which allows for play well into the evening hours.

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Lit Nine SuNdowNErS

INGREDIENTS

— 1.5 oz. Teremana Reposado Tequila

— 0.5 oz. Triple Sec

— 1 oz. Fresh Lime Juice

— 1.5 oz. Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice

Pour all ingredients into a tin with ice and shake well. Strain over fresh ice and garnish with a lime wedge.

THE CABANA AT THE PARK, WEST PALM BEACH

Photo © Mary Baratto

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