This the first of two blog posts that address charter cruising in the Leeward Islands; this first chapter addresses St. Martin: Jewel of the Eastern Caribbean. We have researched it in depth for you and entitled this piece: Saint Maarten/Saint Martin: Yachting that Doubles the Pleasure St. Martin is an enticing mélange of Old World…
Imagine cruising through the pristine islands of the Bahamas, gin clear water, miles of empty beach, spectacular reefs teeming with life, world-class sportfishing and diving, sun-drenched days and night skies with a trillion stars. The Bahamas is all about exploring above and below the water line. In addition to the world’s most breathtaking beaches and…
Summertime is usually family time in the Caribbean. It’s also considerably less crowded – which is a plus – sometimes you can negotiate better pricing with the owners, which is also a plus, but it’s also hot, so charter a boat with air conditioning..!! The summer months in the Caribbean therefore offer some really good…
Algunos de los lugares favoritas para el alquiler de Yates y la pesca deportiva en las Bahamas incluyen las islas Exuma, el Abaco y por supuesto las islas de ultramar (out-islands). Las aguas son absolutamente cristalinas, y los corales y la variedad de peces y la naturaleza no tienen igual. Los nativos de las Bahamas…
Crewed charter yacht vacations in the British Virgin Islands are gaining popularity every year, and for good reason! What started out as simply “The Sailing Mecca of The World” has evolved into a diverse and exciting vacation destination, perfect for making everlasting memories with the ones you love most. And while there are many boats…
Ok, so. You decided that a crewed charter yacht vacation was perfect for you and your family and friends. That was such a wise, no brainer decision! Who wouldn’t want to be pampered by a personal chef, who creates a menu catering to your specific preferences? Who wouldn’t want to tap into the incredible local…
Of course, I haven’t actually taken my summer vacation yet – I’ll be taking it in mid-July. BUT, as they say, more than half the fun is thinking about it and preparing for it. SO, I thought I’d share my anticipation and tell you all about the things I want to do this time around.…
The British Virgin Islands are said to be “Sailing Paradise” holding all of natures “little secrets” and here at American Yacht, we can certainly attest to that. The BVI, with it’s beautifully kept beaches, amazing underwater life, and perfect anchorages, administers endless fun and adventure! Two of the most exciting things to do in the…
We understand that inquiring about yacht chartering for the first time can be a little confusing and intimidating. We are here to help you understand and feel comfortable about coming to us with any questions you may have. First time BVI yacht charterers are very important to us and we hope to deliver proper satisfaction.…
This is the second of our two blog posts referencing the Leeward Islands and covers Anguilla, St. Barths and Dominica. Yachting in the Leeward Islands is a privileged adventure to some of the most coveted destinations in the world. The playground of the well heeled, the yachts of high-profile celebrities crowd the ports, especially during…