Were a top 5 crewed yacht charter company with over 25 years of industry experience. The ultimate guide to the yacht week british virgin islands. Im already trying to get a boat together for the british virgin islands trip at new year and i will be first in line to book for croatia again next summer. The yacht week is a week of sailing to some of the most beautiful ports in the world, paired with exploring, fine dining, quality cocktails, and the wildest parties. The best season for sailing bvi property and yacht. Our skipper, conor, was 22 years old from ireland and told the crew this was his 32nd yacht week. This one is all about new years eve in the british virgin islands. Hotel in virgin gorda directions bitter end yacht club.
Whether youre travelling with a group of friends or are here for a romantic getaway, a. You can bring new mates into the mix with our crew finder. The sailing in the bvis is worldclass and each destination along the route has a special and unique appeal. Whether its a new year bash or spring sailing youre looking for, this tropical route is ideal for sailors that want to kick off their shoes, help the community get. Known as natures little secret, the british virgin islands make a popular destination choice for your private and fully crewed caribbean yacht charter vacation. One could call it a roll of the dice choosing a week in september to go sailing in the caribbean but the weather gods. Dear natalio d wheatley my childs email address is being filled with disrespectful messages from highschooler in the bvi cursing out one another. This book has great, uptodate information on just about every spot in the bvi. Last summer, my friend and i spent a week exploring croatia, slovenia and montenegro then met up with kiersten the blonde abroad and the rest of our allgirls crew for a week of sailing in greece with the yacht week. Theyll be happy to assist and should get back to you within 12 hours. Bvi nothing like the real world gopro edit duration. Mar 24, 2020 what most definitely was not a gamble is the exceptional service and professional attention one will always receive from the people of bvi yacht charters.
The price of the yacht is fixed and you split it between all crew members on board. Whether youre travelling with a group of friends or are here for a romantic getaway, a charter offers a personalized vacation experience unlike any other. Even as someone with very high hopes and expectations for this trip, i was blown away by the marina. For more information about booking your trip for the yacht week in the caribbean british virgin islands, be sure to visit their website. There are other onsite costs that you need to think about when booking a yacht, these prices are based on a 10 person monohull yacht and note that port fees and fuel will double if you book a catamaran. There s ample opportunity to discover secluded locations off the beaten track and explore areas that are totally unchanged and unprepared for tourists. Jan 15, 2016 the number of boats on each route is limited, so in either case, you should book early.
A week at sea with friends, sun, parties, and sailing sounds sexyand it is, but. The yacht week experience british virgin islands youtube. While i recommend going with at least a few people that you know, plenty of people join the crew list on yachts with a group of strangers and still manage to have an incredible time. Why book something wonderful there are so many reasons that make something wonderful one of the best charter yachts around, but i think we would pick the master suite. So, whether youre a yacht week veteran, are a first time booker or are just a legit fanofthebrand, there s something for everyone. During the winter and spring we sail around the british virgin islands in the caribbean. Hands down, there is nowhere else like the moorings road town base in the british virgin islands. October 31, 2018 terese kerrigan comments one of the most rewarding things about celebrating the moorings 50th anniversary is being able to reflect on the past through old photos, company milestones, and shared stories about charlie and ginny cary, the admirable couple who took a. In summer winds tend to be lighter with greater humidity, but there s still plenty of sunshine.
Bvi yacht charters is your first port of call when looking for a yacht in the bvi. British virgin islands yacht charter nautilus yachting. I met some awesome couples there together and know people who have gotten together after meeting on the yacht week. Having spent two wonderful flotilla sailing holidays chartering a boat in the bvi both my husband i and were eager to take our floating home, britican, to an old haunt. King airport in st thomas in the us virgin islands airport code.
The average age of a yacht weeker is around 20to30something and most people are young professionals. Take a slew of mostly twentysomethings, plop them on a yacht in the middle of the worlds most gorgeous locales greece, thailand, croatia, bvis etc, provide professional photographers, planned parties and copious amounts of booze and there you have it a foolproof recipe for the best week of your life. On selected days, there is a nonstop flight with intercaribbean airways which operates between antigua and tortola and takes 1 hour and 5 minutes. The british virgin islands were made for sailing holidays with over 60 unspoilt islands, islets and cays. Shes been to yacht week a time or five, and broke it all down for us. The first is to fly directly to beef island airport on tortola airport code. Plan your epic yacht vacation in one of the worlds hottest sailing destinations the virgin islands, st. Getting to the british virgin islands flights terrance b.
The yacht week is a series of mobile floating festivals set in 9 destinations around the world. They are also inexpensive and pack easily, so there s no reason not to take them. Our facebook forum or online crew finder can help people find other crews to join. What started out in 2006, is now a global phenomenon attracting thousands of young, summerlovers from around the world. There are a huge variety of yachts to choose from, whether it be a small sailing yacht suited to honeymooners, larger yachts for families, catamarans that can accommodate anything from four to ten guests, possibly a power boat charter might appeal seahorse yacht charters will help you find the right yacht to suit your needs. Dec 10, 2015 there is a lot of sailing tourism in the islands but most businesses are run by locals. Sea horse yacht charters the british virgin islands. Know what to expect with some helpful tips with our yacht week guide for making your adventure the. He was the one responsible for navigating us through the breathtaking british virgin islands each day. A week on a sailing yacht in the caribbean is the best. So you mean to tell me someone in education department was so damn lazy that they just sent out a mass email not checking to see which school and grade a child is in. Lettsome international airport on beef island, then take a taxi to road town. The ultimate guide to yacht week bvi vacation couple. Bvi sailboat charters sailing in the british virgin islands.
Its kinda like going to a highend club, except instead of getting. The british virgin islands are a tremendous place to have a vacation. Jan 27, 2016 finally, it was day one of the yacht week. The guide to diving and snorkeling in the british virgin islands. The truth about yacht week 6 things to know before you go. Sail, party and live on a yacht with your friends and hundreds of other yacht weekers in the mediterranean, caribbean or thailand. From night one to night seven, there were nothing but good vibes with awesome likeminded people. Jan 23, 2019 for more information about booking your trip for the yacht week in the caribbean british virgin islands, be sure to visit their website. Find out more about our british virgin islands bareboat fleet. The bvis british virgin islands route is tropical, so expect beautiful sand beaches, clear blue water and lots of palm trees. Travel deal on yacht week bvi route no hostskipper fees. On this day you check in, meet everyone, pick up your provisions, and load up the yacht. Guide to yacht week croatia, thailand, bvi, and italy thrillist. Find some adventurous single souls the first step in booking yacht week is to find a crew of people that are down for a true adventure.
Nov 18, 2019 bvi yacht charters usually leave people with memories that last a lifetime, but more importantly, they bring people together for completely unique experiences that bring families and friends closer. Come and see for yourself why the bvi is the most popular sailing destination in the caribbean for yacht charter. The yacht week regulates the guygirl ratio on every trip, aiming for an even 50. Mar 07, 2010 when we charter a yacht in the bvi, we bring along these unusual, but very handy items. There are two ways to get to the british virgin islands. A crewed yacht charter gives you the freedom to enjoy your vacation in complete and total relaxation. European travel ventures ltd is a member of abta with membership number y6199. The trailers for the event are immediately enthralling and make you want to book not now, but right now. The truth about yacht week 6 things to know before you. You might find your best bet is to fly between new york or miami and st thomas, then take a ferry to tortola. The british virgin islands route operates from the months, december, january, and march, so book now before your spot fills up.
Ive done trips on my own and organised group trips and nothing really compares to the yacht week. Every week, there are special offers from crewed charter yachts. Tips for your first bvi yacht charter the moorings. Perfect sailing conditions and sheltered passages round the islands make sailing in the british virgin islands a delight for all levels of sailors wanting to relax in a. Bvi yacht charters is your first port of call when looking for a. The yacht week brand and concept is owned by european travel ventures a private limited company registered in stockholm, sweden. That way everyone has their bottle for the week that they can fill up from the gallon water bottles. The ultimate guide to the yacht week british virgin islands the. This is the best guide weve found for diving and snorkeling in the bvi.
Bvi yacht charters bvi sailing vacations dream yacht. Lettsome international airport eis is on the british virgin islands island of tortola, a short water taxi from the marina on scrub island and a land taxi to the marina in road town. You will then be placed on a yacht with other cabin bookers. There is a lot of sailing tourism in the islands but most businesses are run by locals. The bvi provide almost guaranteed good weather and a consistently excellent vacation experience practically any time of the year. Create a yacht week playlist the best way to manage your music on yacht week croatia is to create a few killer spotify playlists. Yachts and crews would rather have the cabins filled with paying guests than sitting empty and when weeks are slow, special offers are passed on to the charter yacht brokers to help you find the right boat and price that suits your budget. Do not hesitate to book as this is one of the most amazing vacations you can take and bvi charters is an excellent place to book it all. Whether youre booked for italy, montenegro, greece, or any of their other enticing route options, there s plenty to prepare for as you embark on the weeklong yacht party. Bvi charters sail the british virgin islands and enjoy one of the worlds most special sailing destinations. Bvi is popular all year round with temperatures staying a balmy 30 o c. Each day is immaculately planned, and the yacht week staff is there every step of the. As a whole, i loved the experience, but there were several things i wish i would have know prior to booking the trip that would have allowed me to enjoy it to the fullest. The yacht week brand and concept is owned by day 8 ab a private limited.
Sep 24, 2016 the british virgin islands are a tremendous place to have a vacation. With limited availability, dont miss out on making your. You gather a group of friends and book a yacht the most common way. A week excursion to the british virgin islands following the yachtweek. There is no better way to explore the delights of the bvi than by sail boat. Lots of information about both snorkel and dive sites and what you will find there. Living on a yacht is a lifestyle thats easy to get used to. Just gather your crew, book your boat, and start planning your beachinspired outfits and pool floats for the week. Jun 04, 2014 bvi bookings are now open you can now book your yacht for the 2015 spring sailing of the yacht week.
The ultimate guide to the yacht week british virgin islands the yacht week british virgin islands was my second ever trip on the yacht week and stands as my alltime favorite sailing trip. Adventure is just around the corner for those planning to take an excursion through the seas with the yacht week. At the moment, this flight is 4 times a week, but they may well increase this to 7 in the near future. You can taste the real flavours of the bvi culture. Another fantastic way to enjoy spring break in the bvi is on a chartered yacht. With the aux cable, youll be able to connect your phone directly to the onboard stereo system on your yacht and jam out all day. The yacht week march 30, 2018 upon returning to the british virgin islands for our recent recce, we were filled with hope to see the restoration process posthurricane. The beginners guide to the yacht week the blonde abroad. Bvi yacht charters bvi sailing vacations dream yacht charter. Constant warm tradewinds at 1020 knots provide excellent sailing. The summer time in the bvi presents my favourite season for enjoying the bvi by water some might say this is the best sailing experience you can get because you are not only in the sailing capital of the world, you are also arguably picking the best time. I had my first experience with the yacht week croatia, and it was in a word, amazing. Yacht charter british virgin islands bvi sailing holidays. Besides the best week ever, basically yacht week is a week long sailing trip throughout the destination of your choice croatia, greece, montenegro, bvi.
Bvi is an amazing destination, but i dont think i would have done the things i did there if i went on my own. Sail the tropics, search for hawksbill turtles, listen to the locals stories and swim to sunken ships off the shores of sprawling. If you plan to exit and then reenter the british virgin islands during your sailing vacation, please be certain to follow the proper procedures for clearing your yacht and crew with both bvi customs and immigration. This map has so much information on it, its practically a book. Vessels large and small are available to charter for an unforgettable week of sailing through the islands.
Bvi bookings are now open you can now book your yacht for the 2015 spring sailing of the yacht week. Sail the tropics, search for hawksbill turtles, listen to the locals stories and. So whether youre looking for a luxurious, stylish catamaran like xenia 62, a smaller, lowprofile sailing yacht, or an alwaysexciting power. Once in tortola your two main options are to take a taxi expensive or rent a car book online in advance. Everyone is here to make memories that last a lifetime. After getting the dates decided with my crew, the entire booking process from boat availabilityselection to final payment was expertly handled by abbie, cassie and khadine. The bed is surrounded by windows so you can wake up to a beautiful caribbean sunrise and then in the evenings you can watch the sunset from your own private deck perfect. Choose from our bareboat yacht charters and cuttingedge catamarans and monohulls. There is a reason richard branson built his island home here. Not all lowcost carriers show up here though and many have seasonal flights. When we charter a yacht in the bvi, we bring along these unusual, but very handy items. British virgin islands getting there the yacht week. Pop it in an email to the fountains of knowledge that is our friendly customer service team. Something wonderful crewed yacht charter best of bvi boats.
The yacht week british virgin islands was my second ever trip on the yacht. Bvi yacht charters usually leave people with memories that last a lifetime, but more importantly, they bring people together for completely unique experiences that bring families and friends closer. Alternatively, we offer cabin bookings for those looking to travel with one other friend and join a yacht of other cabin bookers. The place to come if you fancy getting your hands on some official merchandise or want to browse some of the snazzy stash we have developed alongside our incredible apparel and accessories partners just for you. Check in and stock up your yacht from the a supermarket or you can order yacht. That includes new relationships and friendships, not just hookups. The number of boats on each route is limited, so in either case, you should book early. Youre not going to be the only one who is going to fly into split during the yacht week, so i suggest you book flights as soon as youve booked your yacht. A few years ago, before we sold all our possessions, purchased a sailboat and started sailing around the world, i would have said that my most favorite destination was sailing the british virgin islands bvi. Whether its a new year bash or spring sailing youre looking for, this tropical route is ideal for sailors that want to kick off their shoes, help the community get back on their feet and give island life a go.
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