Charter Yacht Talk

I spent last weekend on our small boat. Yes, We’ve got the “need a bigger boat” syndrome. Another way to “curb” the desire, is on a yacht charter. I’m working on putting together a charter for frineds, and I’m going to join them in the Virgin Islands if it all comes together. There are some great deals out there. I know I’ve been saying that, but it’s true!

The Virgin Islands are such an ideal area to charter. The islands are so close, the water just beckons too. It’s very different than the water around here, and I can’t help but dream of it!

I really like the “all-inclusive” nature of most of the yachts in the Virgin Islands. You don’t have to “add-on” provisions and fuel. Just don’t forget that gratuity! You’re pretty much guests in the crew’s home all week, waited on and cleaned up after. They’ll entertain you, watch out for your safety and treat you to probably the best vacation you’ll ever have. You’ll become addicted, like me!

Let’s skip Mexico! It’s time for a vacation and I’m dreaming of the BVI’s (British Virgin Islands) OK, so I have to get on a plane to get there, but no swine flu! (yet).  I’m even thinking that a nice 3-4 day charter from St. Thomas would nicely fit the bill. It’s all about just getting away. I’m tired of all doom and gloom. How could I possibly be gloomy on a fabulous crewed charter yacht?

I’m a diver, so I’ll be looking at those yachts that offer scuba diving. Yes, I could do the rendezvous dive thing, but I like stepping off the back of the yacht and into that gorgeous water. I charter with friends that don’t dive, so I’ll get up early and get a dive in before they’re even up and drinking that first cup of coffee, savoring the chef’s freshly baked pastries! Oh, when can I be there? It’s such a great, relaxing vacation. There are some fabulous deals out there too! Contact a CYBA (Charter Yacht Brokers Association) Broker and let’s go yachting!!!