Yacht Charter Articles

Explore the British Virgins Aboard Yacht STENELLA

STENELLA is an exciting and beautiful ya cht combining outstanding sailing performance with a superb accommodation plan. She is a Richleigh 63 built especially for the sailing charter market in the Caribbean. STENELLA was built in South Africa in 1992 and has very recently undergone a major refit so that she is in absolutely fabulous condition and full working order. The guest facilities have been well thought out and there are many additional features that stand Stenella apart, including a full list of amenities and toys.

Andy and KC will plan your charter vacation aboard STENELLA to suit you. The BVI has been their main charter area for the last 5 seasons as it offers all guests a great sailing holiday. They will show you simply the most beautiful and best collection of islands and cays for island hopping, sailing, Andy and KC snorkeling and exploring!

Stenella offers great sailing, a choice of superb anchorages, wonderful snorkelling and spectacular views

The Caves at Norman Island

Swim and snorkel around the famous Indians or The Caves, a great spot to see the wide variety of marine life in the BVI waters. Head into The Bight for an overnight mooring, where you can visit the famous Willy T floating bar or Pirates Bight for dinner.

The Baths At Virgin Gorda

Arrive early to the Baths and pick up one of the mooring buoys and take the dinghy ashore. Spend the morning exploring the boulders and rocks that form this natural wonder and take a short hike up to ‘The Top of The Baths’ or ‘Mad Dogs’ for lunch. After lunch make your way to Trellis Bay off Beef Island for an overnight stop. Be sure to make dinner reservations at The Last Resort – an experience not to be missed.

Sandy Spit

Sandy Spit – a postcard perfect island. This magical little island is a great place to stop and reflect on your wonderful stay in the BVI. You can snorkel, swim or just enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach.

A charter vacation on board STENELLA will be tailored to suit you. This will include where you want to sail and anchor, where you swim and snorkel, what your menu preferences are and where you would like to go ashore.

Short sails between islands in enclosed waters ensures the sailing is enjoyable for everyone and the wide choice of anchorages means you can choose whether to join a sociable gathering of other yachts or be the only yacht there.

Summer 2008 Rates for S/V Stenella

Come and sail STENELLA and discover

Explore the French Riviera Aboard Tuscan Sun

Tuscan Sun is a luxury motor yacht available for charter in the western Mediterranean during the summer and the Caribbean during the winter months. She is a beautifully built yacht by Izar/Navantia, and can comfortably accommodate 12 guests in 6 cabins.

The main salon has a full entertainment centre with comfortable and spacious lounges. There is a 50 inch wide screen pop up 360 degree rotating plasma TV/DVD/CD. There is also a full bar with seating for 4 people and formal dining for 10 people adjacent to the main salon. Forward starboard there is a day head.

On the aft deck there is a large open shaded seating area. In the sky Lounge there is another entertainment centre with another 50 inch plasma TV, with a spacious lounge area, full bar, and a game table. Next to the sky lounge there is a gymnasium with free weights and yoga mats. Also has an adjacent day head. The sky lounge deck has a large shaded seating area also with alfresco dining for 8 but can expand to accommodate 10-12 people.

The fly bridge is open with a retractable sun roof and ample seating with 2 couches and 2 large chairs, and 4 lounge chairs aft. There is a full bar with stool seating for 8 people and there is a Jacuzzi with adjacent sun pads. There is also an electric grill here.

The Cote d'Azure

The French Riviera offers wonderful opportunities for people who love sailing. Its most important harbours are located in the heart of charming resorts, which are the international jet set's best loved destinations. From Nice you can sail west along the stunning Cote d'Azure visiting places like Cannes, St Tropez and the beautiful islands of Iles d'Hyeres.

The South of France is without doubt the heart of the Mediterranean's yachting center. For those that desire a sublimely urban & fully pampered charter, you can do no better in the world than Monaco to St. Tropez.

DAY 1 NICE - MONACO. 1hr
Nice, France is an ideal boarding location for your charter. Once your party is settled in, you will head for the glamorous principality of Monaco where you may opt to tour the famed botanical gardens, browse in the boutiques or spin the roulette wheel in one of the world's most renowned casinos. Evenings in Monaco's harbor are enchanting.

DAY 2 MONACO. ST TROPEZ - 5 hrs
As the sun is rising, the yacht will head out of the harbor and cruise west along the French Riviera to anchor off the village of St. Jean Cap Ferrat - an exclusive neighborhood of lushly landscaped villas. After your last cappuccino of the morning, you may want to play on the wave runners, or simply stretch out on one of our top-deck lounge chairs to begin work on your tan. After luncheon, Tuscan Sun will continue west to the port of St. Tropez where you can stretch your legs ashore.

DAY 3 ST TROPEZ - ILES D'HYERES - 3hrs
After the previous evening's revelry in St. Tropez, this day's adventures will focus on the amenities of the yacht. Your captain will set a course around the headland to enjoy Iles d'Hyeres and the amazing Pampelone beach. Water sport enthusiasts will be in heaven today - with an opportunity to enjoy the Mediterranean to the fullest. You may choose to mingle with other sun worshippers at one of the many beach restaurants - or ask your chef to prepare your lunch on board the yacht. This evening will be spent at a quiet anchorage in the Isle de Porquerolles - gaze at the constellations above with a glass of wine as you end another perfect day.

DAY 4 ST TROPEZ
When your party is awake, we suggest that you don swimwear and jump into Tuscan Sun’s tender to best enjoy the scenery of these islands and explore the vast network of caves that dot the coastline. The yacht's crew will outfit the adventurous with snorkel gear and take you to ideal locations to enjoy the underwater scenery. Spend another peaceful evening at anchor.

DAY 5 ST TROPEZ - CANNES - 3 hrs
An early morning cruise will have you positioned for breakfast in Cannes, one of the liveliest places on the Cote d'Azur. After your previous two days at anchor, many guests are ready for the shopping and nightlife opportunities of this enchanting city. Home to the entertainment industry's most glamorous film festival, Cannes' allure reaches its crescendo throughout the summer season.

DAY 6 CANNES - ANTIBES - 1 hr
Start the morning with an easy voyage to the Iles de Lerins for a refreshing swim prior to another sumptuous luncheon prepared by your chef. After a relaxing afternoon on board, you may wish to enjoy a sunset aperitif at the renowned Hotel du Cap and then a night out on the town in scenic Juan Les Pins.

DAY 7 ANTIBES
Head for one of the yachting capital of the Riviera, Antibes - where you may have time to visit the Picasso museum or mingle in the bustling streets of France's yachting mecca. From here it is a short ride to the Nice airport for your departure.

Tuscan Sun has a crew of nine to pamper and Old Street in St Tropez indulge you. In addition to speaking English they will also speak the local language to help guide you thru your days ashore. The rate for Tuscan Sun, based in Antibes, for Summer 2008 is €160,000 plus all running expenses.

For the Winter 2008/09 Tuscan Sun is based in St Martin and rate is €235,000 plus all expenses. There is a 10 day minimum for Christmas and New Years.

An APA will be added which generally runs about 30% of the charter cost.

Because you are paying for all expenses you will not feel the need to dine aboard the yacht. This gives you a chance to explore the first rate dining that the French Riviera has to offer.

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Polly and Ian
The guest comments for this British Couple speaks for themselves, they treat all their guest like VIP’s and look forward to welcoming you on board. This private crew goes out of their way to provide their guests with an incredible and memorable vacation. This spacious catamaran is a perfect choice for a family just wanting to unwind. On Reaction every detail of your yachting requirements will be met.

 

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with two aft queen cabins, starboarddouble berth, single upper and lower berths, each with private ensuite and electric heads and showers.

 

 

 

Water-ski behind their rigid-hulled inflatable powerboat, or go exploring any of hundreds of secluded island coves and white sand beaches. Snorkel through warm crystal waters into shimmering clouds of tropical fish. Scuba dive through spectacular coral gardens. Windsurf, kayak, sport fish-- -- anytime the whim strikes you. You can venture ashore to hike in luxurious rainforests...saunter through historic island villages... watch the sunset from an untouched palm-fringed beach. Whatever you wish to do, whenever you wish to do it, they are there to make it happen. Because they love adventure too.

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If you think you might prefer a trip with shorter sails for more time playing in the pristine crystal waters, then British Virgin Islands is for you. Favorite destinations in the BVI are The Bight at Norman Island, the beaches (and spa) on Peter Island and the Wreck of the Rhone on Salt Island. Each island is within view of the other, play amongst the boulders and pools of the Baths, North Sound on Virgin Gorda, snorkeling at the Dogs, lobster lunch on the beach at Anegada, the singing chef at The Last Resort in Trellis Bay, the unspoiled beaches Sandy Spit and Sandy Cay, the Soggy Dollar Bar at White Bay and Foxy’s in Great Harbor on Jost Van Dyke.

Full compliment of toys on board!