A Trip to the Beach by Melinda Blanchard
Have you ever thought about quitting your job, selling all your belongings and moving to a tropical paradise? I have, usually my fantasies involve trading in the house for a large boat and sailing the Caribbean. Melinda Blanchard, a Vermont businesswoman, had that kind of fantasy; she is one of the few people who decided to do it. She and her husband sold their business and home and moved to the tiny island of Anguilla. They made the big jump without looking at housing or doing any market research. They started an elegant restaurant without any experience and little money. They face adventures such as cooking for a packed restaurant without power and organizing a wedding for VIPs that balloons from 20 to 200. Somehow, with luck, perseverance, and the help of kindly Aguillans they make their dream a reality. With snow looming in the forecast, this is the book that will allow you to escape to a quirky, fun loving, sandy paradise in the sun. It’s the next best thing to being there. Especially if you try the recipe for Banana Cabanas ….