Union Island after hurricane Beryl

Union Island, the southern most island in the Grenadines, is one of our favourites. Part of the Tobago Cays national park, it is a gem, barely touched by tourism and home to some of the best kite surfing and diving in the Caribbean, lying in calm turquoise water behind a huge reef system, protected from the Atlantic rollers.  However, on July 1st 2024, hurricane Beryl passed directly overhead, reaching Category 5 status and unleashing winds of 240 km/hour, inflicting devastating damage to the island.

Hera Recommissioned in Grenada

Each year we make a number of upgrades to Hera and keep on top of any minor repairs in addition to the annual maintenance routine. I have found that only by doing this can you keep a boat in good condition and maintain its value.  This year i decided to document the process of recommissioning Hera after six months in the boat yard. Spoiler alert: its long and quite technical and will probably only appeal to about three people - you know who you are.