Julian Putley

Sunfun Calypso, authored by Islander Julian Putley (Virgin Island Books 1999), is an absolute must for any fan of the Caribbean. Packed with laughter, poignancy, and tons of hometown lowdown, Sunfun Calypso is the perfect adventure whether you’re a tourist, an avid BVI traveler, or resident. Putley, who is to this day a popular yachtsman in the BVIs, has spent many years navigating the Caribbean as a yacht charter captain. Putley also freelances for BVI Welcome magazine and publishes other tropical tales. He is a BVI fixture that you’ll want to read and, if possible, meet in person. Many lucky travelers will tell tales of Putley serving as their skipper, only to find out later that he’s the talent behind quite possibly the best BVI book to date. In fact, after you read his descriptions of island cooking, the sea, and the sun, you’ll be ready to hire him to charter your next trip.