You know the signs. Cooler temperatures and lower humidity bring us welcome relief from the dog days of summer. The local swimming pool is closed for the season. Boat yards begin to haul boats. And the thought of a long, cold winter spent staring at your boat under shrink wrap sends shivers down your spine. It’s time to head down the ICW.
South Carolina, Georgia and, of course, Florida, are the usual destinations for snowbirds living on the East Coast, with Florida being the most popular. Within the Sunshine State there are many places to stay and play during the winter. But after years of cruising and wintering throughout the entire state, my wife, Stacey, and I keep coming