One of the great East Coast sailing destinations is Dry Tortugas National Park, the only tropical islands on the East Coast.  Located 70 miles west of Key West off the coast of Florida, the Dry Tortugas are a cluster of seven islands which are composed of coral reefs and sand.  There’s a protected anchorage near Fort Jefferson, which is definitely worth a visit.  Bird and marine life live in abundance at the Dry Tortugas, and the water is teeming with fish and even tortoises.  Bring your own supplies since there are none available on the island. You can find out more at the Dry Tortugas National Park website.