Charter Catamaran GENESIS in the Grenadines year round

GENESIS is a 47-foot Catana Catamaran based in the Grenadines.



Genesis, owned and crewed by husband/wife team Petr & Stacy Stejskal, is a very special charter yacht for one couple. The entire starboard hull is dedicated to guests, creating a spacious, private, king-bedded suite with an oversized head and shower. Many hatches and full A/C guarantee comfort year round.



Captain Stejskal made his way from landlocked Czechoslovakia to the Maritime Academy of the Ukraine and earned a Master’s Degree in Marine Engineering. After years traveling the world as an Engineer Officer on merchant ships, he moved to the United States and started his career in yachting in the early 90’s. Petr speaks fluent English, Czech and Russian and holds a USCG license.

Stacy is from the rolling hills of North Carolina. While studying Marine Biology she spent her summers cooking on sailboats in the Bahamas and learned how to catch, clean and cook the “Catch of the Day” – Caribbean style. She has fourteen years experience cooking on a private yacht and looks forward to tempting your taste buds with exotic and intriguing Caribbean flavors.

Come, ‘leave your worries in our wake’ and enjoy stress-free sailing as Petr and Stacy show you the beautiful Grenadines, the Jewels of the Caribbean. Life can be simple - just bring your appetite and don’t forget your flip flops.

Genesis is based in the Grenadines year round...

RATE (all inclusive, except bar/beverages, cruising fees):

• Summer 2008: $7,900/wk for 2 guests
• Winter 2009: $8,900/wk for 2 guests
• Christmas & New Years weeks: $9,900/wk for 2 guests

View Genesis' brochure: CLICK HERE
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Charter Yacht AMNERIS returns to charter after refit

Gleaming with fresh Awlgrip and new teak decks, the charter yacht AMNERIS, a 75-foot Alden / Palmer Johnson ketch, has finished her refit and is now available for charter in the Caribbean and will be sailing up north to charter in New England for Summer 2008.



Captain Alex Frew is very pleased with the work accomplished during a multi-month, half-million dollar refit in Fort Lauderdale. He’s even more pleased to be out of the yard and on his way to St. Martin for a ‘St. Barth’s Bucket’ charter. Here are just a few of the many projects completed:

• New teak decks
• New paint inside and out
• New jet ski
• Many system upgrades
• Major improvement: Responding to broker input, the master cabin now has an extra wide double bed and an extra wide single bed.

Building on AMNERIS’ classic style and strong points – notably her wide decks, huge protected cockpit and spacious main salon - these improvements and added comforts are sure to be appreciated by charterers. The plan is to base in the Grenadines from March through May.

Captain Frew looks forward to welcoming you aboard the polished and gleaming AMNERIS!

RATES: Plus-all expenses

WINTER 2008 - Based in Grenadines through May 2008

• 2 guests: $14,900/wk
• 4 guests: $15,900/wk
• 6 guests: $16,900/wk

SUMMER 2008 - Chartering New England

• 2 guests: $14,900/wk
• 4 guests: $15,900/wk
• 6 guests: $16,900/wk

View AMNERIS' brochure: CLICK HERE
Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for more info: CLICK HERE

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Charter Yacht Wanderer - Little Harbor 62

We are pleased to announce a new yacht to the charter fleet... s/y Wanderer, a Little Harbor 62.



This elegant 62-foot sailing yacht was refitted in 2005 with luxurious appointments and artwork complimenting the warm glow of the teak interior.

Stepping into the spacious salon you find an L-shaped settee to port with a flat screen TV mounted on the bulkhead. To starboard, the polished teak dining table seats six comfortably. The icemaker ensures a steady supply of ice for cocktails while the cockpit fridge keeps cold drinks close at hand.

The ensuite master stateroom, with one queen bed and one single bed, is aft and has its own private companionway from the deck as well as access from the salon.

The two other guest staterooms are forward of the salon. The queen-bedded starboard cabin has ensuite head and vanity and shares a shower with the crew. The port cabin has upper/lower berths and a full en suite bath with shower. Crew accommodations are forward in the double v-berth with its own head.

Wanderer is available for charters in New England this summer (2008).

RATES: Summer 2008 (plus all expenses):

• US$10,500/wk for 2 guesta
• US$12,500/wk for 4 guests
• US$14,500/wk for 6 guests

For more information, contact Paradise Connections: CLICK HERE

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When a megayacht just isn't enough, try a GIGAyacht

We find this truly amazing... The new "giga" yachts. Megayachts and Superyachts just aren't enough anymore... to be truly outstanding, you now need a Gigayacht.



Wally Yachts, based in Monaco, continues to develop innovative concepts and minimalist luxury their latest being the WallyIsland – a 99 meter (325 feet) "gigayacht".



While Wally Island is not available at this time for charter, we thought you might find it interesting.

Accommodation
6 large suites for 12 guests (can be transformed in 12 separate suites for 24 guests) 1 king size owner’s suite (200 m2 – 2,152 ft2) 20 double cabins for 40 crew members 2 staterooms for captain and officers 6 guest en-suites with bathtub 6 guest en-suites with shower 2 master en-suites (with bathtub) 20 en-suites for crew members 2 en-suites for captain and officers 5 day heads for guests

Tenders and water toys
2 x WallyTenders (13.6 m – 45’) ; 2 x fixed keel sailing boats (8m – 27’); 2 car vans; 6 Jet skis; 2 Lasers

This information and the accompanying images come from the post on GizMag.com, Wally announces new 'floating island' gigayacht: the WallyIsland

See more on the Wally Yachts web site... Wally Island

GETTING TO THE GRENADINES - Advice from Charter Yacht Makayabella

What is the best way to get to the GRENADINES?

Captain John Nicholson of MAKAYABELLA passes along this very helpful information for the easiest way to get to your charter yacht in the Grenadines.

1. Fly to Barbados. There are many flights from the UK and USA.
2. Charter a private plane for the 40 minute flight to any of the Grenadine Islands. A plane with 6 or 8 seats is approximately US$1,200 to $1,300 one way. Cost for a party of 6 is comparable to commercial flights.

Why is this the best way?

1. No connection worries. The chartered plane will wait if the international flight is delayed.
2. Go straight through a transit lounge and on to the plane within 30 minutes of arriving.
3. More flexible ports mean more time on the islands guests want to see . Example: Start in Bequia and return from Union.
4. Customs and immigration are far quicker and easier than St. Vincent.
5. For departure, check in 30 minutes before take-off - NOT 2 HOURS!

Note: Guests must travel with carry-on luggage only. Makayabella will provide all the toiletry items that are no longer allowed on planes - just add it to the preferences.

Web sites for charter flights:

• www.grenadineairways.com
• www.svair.com
• www.mustique.com

We'd like to thank Makayabella this tip!



Makayabella is a 62-foot owner-operated sloop that accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 cabins, each with ensuite heads. Two cabins have double berths, while the other two guest cabins have twin bunks (upper/lower).

View MAKAYABELLA's brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections: CLICK HERE

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CHARTER YACHT ASHLANA - Last minute discount

Charter the yacht Ashlana (53-foot Little Harbor sloop) before May 15, 2008 in the British Virgin Islands and receive a 10% last minute discount.



Owner/host Tom Hampson and Christie MacConnell have restored Ted Hood’s Little Harbor 53, Robin, to perfection, furnishing the interior with exquisite fabrics, original paintings and beveled glass front cabinets.

Ashlana has accommodations for 4 four guests. The master cabin aft has 2 doubles berths with an ensuite head. And guests #3 and #4 may choose one of the two forward cabins: V berth with 2 lower singles & filler, or port cabin with upper/lower singles. The forward head is shared with the crew.

Ashlana is available for charter in New England during the 2008 summer season.

View ASHLANA's brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for more info: CLICK HERE

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CHARTER m/y EASTERN STAR - New York Summer 2008

The elegant 85-foot Motor Yacht Eastern Star is now back on her dock in Chelsea Piers (New York) for the 2008 season and is ready for your charter.



Consider Eastern Star for other occasions, too:

• Corporate celebrations & milestones
• Off-site business functions
• Incentive cruises
• Fall foliage cruises
• Holiday celebrations
• Private parties
• Dinner cruises
• Cocktail receptions
• Brunches & lunches

View Eastern Star's brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for booking & more info: CLICK HERE

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Sail Dive Charter Yacht PROMENADE Open week in June 2008

Good news for somebody! Take advantage of this popular week quickly!



Due to a cancellation, our favorite sail / dive trimaran PROMENADE is now available for charter charter June 12-19 2008 (Fathers Day is June 15!).

As noted in the post below, the yacht Promenade is fully booked through the middle of August 2008 so don't hestitate and miss out on this opportunity!

View Promenade's online brochure: CLICK HERE and HERE TOO

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for more info: CLICK HERE

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CHARTER YACHT BLU MOON Guest Comments

We just received charter comments from a couple we had aboard the charter yacht BLU MOON in February 2008.

Charter dates = FEBRUARY 3-10, 2008
Yacht = BLU MOON

Hello there!!!

Ben and I had a wonderful time on Blu Moon, we thought the BVI were fabulous and Chris and Julie were really great hosts. They keep an immaculate boat, and Chris is a very good captain, and Julie is a fantastic chef! They both really seem to enjoy what it is they do on the boat, and looked after us very well while we were there. Anything we wanted, it was never too much trouble. They know all the really great spots in the BVI as well, particularly quieter places where you don't get loads of boats.

We had some really fun times, and they had plenty of interesting stories to tell us. One week was the perfect amount of time on the boat, and then we enjoyed a week in St Lucia, where we got engaged!

So all in all, a great trip - so thanks for all your help Bob & Sheila, in finding us the right charter!
Ben and Laura

BLU MOON is a 50-foot Beneteau, owned and operated by Chris & Julie... an excellent team!



BLU MOON still has a couple of weeks open this season... They are currently available for charter in the Virgin Islands April 27 through May 24, 2008. PLUS they have a 10% discount for last minute charters (booked within 21 days before commencement of charter).

So, if you feel like a quick getaway, contact Paradise Connections: CLICK HERE

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Yacht Promenade Dive Sail the BVI Availability 2008 2009

As our readers know, the charter yacht PROMENADE, a 65-foot trimaran, is one of our favorite boats with an excellent crew. We are always confident that Promenade will provide our clients with a wonderful sailing diving vacation tailored to the desires of the charterers, whether they are a family group with kids, a wild and wacky party group of folks, a bunch of serious divers, a corporate event, etc. Promenade's crew are pros and can handle anything :)

Fancy a quick getaway? Promenade is available for a last minute charter April 26 to May 3rd 2008 for a 6 or 7-night charter. How great would that be!

Otherwise, Promenade is fully booked up through August 10, 2008 but are then open from August 11th to October 25th. There are still cabins available for the BVI Dive Week October 26th through Nov 1st, 2008!!!

We have posted Promenade's calendar here to help you with your vacation planning.



As you can see, it is not too early to make arrangements for next year. Promenade can take up to 10-12 guests. With their flexible accommodations, lots of toys, and onboard diving instructors, no wonder they book up quickly. You've been warned!

View Promenade's brochure : CLICK HERE and CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for info : CLICK HERE

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Charter Classic Yacht Romola 2008 Cannes Film Festival

The classic yacht ROMOLA is now available for the 2008 Cannes Film Festival from their ideal location at the Quai St. Pierre

The Classic 1903 Camper-Nicholson Motor Yacht Romola

Tariff 2008: Western Mediterranean Terms

• € 20,000/wk 7-night charter (plus all expenses); or
  
• € 3,500/day (plus all expenses)
  

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for more details: CLICK HERE

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CHARTER YACHT BLITHE SPIRIT 2, GUEST COMMENTS

We just received comments back from a couple we had aboard the charter yacht BLITHE SPIRIT 2, a 52-foot Irwin ketch, based in the Virgin Islands. Once again, excellent comments... but they are an excellent charter yacht and that's what we expect :)

Bob & Sheila,

Yes, we all had a great time on the Blithe Spirit. Dominique and Michel were wonderful hosts. The boat was great, food wonderful and the BVI's fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire trip. Dominique and Michel were very attentive without being intrusive. Not knowing what all there was to do, they made excellent suggestions and were great guides. Michel arranged a scuba dive that I will always remember. Michel even tolerated me "helping" setting sail and taking the helm. I felt that if we had wanted to do anything in particular we would have been accommodated but we let them show us the BEVY and were never disappointed.

Thanks Bob & Sheila for all your help in arranging a vacation we will always remember... I still find myself smiling over some thought of that week.Steve & Debbie
[MARCH 15-21, 2008 : BLITHE SPIRIT]

Blithe Spirit is a 52-foot Irwin ketch owned and operated by the French Canadian couple, Michel & Dominique. We love being invited to dinner aboard Blithe Spirit (it's good to be a charter yacht broker living amongst the fleet!) as we enjoy eating their scrumptious food as much as they enjoy creating it. Such warm hospitality, too! I love chocolate mousse and Dominique's is truly wonderful. Michel & Dominique use to have an inn in Quebec that was written up in several cooking and travel magazines... PLUS they also had a cooking program on Canadian TV.


Blithe Spirit accommodates a maximum of 4 guests in two cabins. The master cabin is located aft and is the full width of the boat. It is very spacious, has a Queen-sized bed, and ensuite head/shower. The other guest cabin is the forward V-berth which shares the head with the crew.

Some of the amenities aboard Blithe Spirit are a 12-foot dinghy with 30HP motor, kayak, tube, snorkel gear, floating mats, hammock, TV/DVD in the salon, etc...

They still have some open dates for this season, so inquire!

Affordable, all-inclusive rates (7-night charter) which includes, yacht, crew, all meals & beverages aboard the boat (standard ship's bar, too), BVI cruising fees, all amenities and watersports that the yacht offers...

• 2 guests: $5,800/wk
  
• 3 guests: $6,500/wk
  
• 4 guests: $8,000/wk
  

Currently available for Christmas and New Years... Hurry and book soon as they are a very popular boat/crew. Don't miss out again this year :)

View Blithe Spirit's brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

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CHARTERING IN THE VIRGIN ISLANDS SUMMER 2008

Looking for a Caribbean summer charter yacht sailing vacation in the Virgin Islands?

The following charter yachts will be available for charter in the Virgin Islands throughout the summer 2008 season:

Click on the name of the boat to view their brochure:

- CONTESSA : 56-foot monohull (6 guests max)

- CORUS (dive master) : 45-foot monohull (2 guests max)

- DRUMBEAT (dive instructor) : 72-foot monohull (8 guests max)

- MAROLANGA : 43-foot catamaran (6 guests max)

- PROMENADE (dive instructor) : 65-foot trimaran (10 guests max, 11/12 inquire)

- SHINING STAR : 54-foot motoryacht (4 guests max)

- SOUTHERN COMFORT (dive instructor): 62-foot monohull (8/10 guests max)

- TACHYON : 47-foot catamaran (6 guests max)


Also consider:

- REACTION through August 1st
(dive master) : 55-foot catamaran (6 guests max)

- SANDCASTLE through August 4
(dive master) : 72-foot monohull (4 guests max)

- SAYANG through August 1st
55-foot monohull (6 guests max)

- LA DOLCE VITA through September 10th
52-foot monohull (6 guests maximum)


For more information, contact PARADISE CONNECTIONS: click here!

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NEW CHARTER CATAMARAN DOUBLE EXPOSURE IN FLORIDA & BAHAMAS

Double Exposure is a 40-foot catamaran that will begin chartering out of the Florida Keys, May 1, 2008.



For this summer season, DOUBLE EXPOSURE will be "captain only" (Captain Scott Higgenbotham, formerly of Quicksilver) and this winter, Double Exposure will be offering fully-crewed charters in Florida and the Bahamas with the assistance of Cara as chef/crew.

Double Exposure is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 4 guests in 2 double cabins with shared head.

View Double Exposure's brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections : CLICK HERE

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Charter yacht BLITHE SPIRIT - Excellent comments

Excellent comments (of course) for a recent charter we had aboard BLITHE SPIRIT.


Dominique & Michel, owner-operators of charter yacht Blithe Spirit

Sheila and Bob,

By far this was one of the best vacations we ever went on. Paradise Connections has been great and very helpful throughout the whole process. I have forwarded your website to several people already who would love to go on a similar vacation experience.

Hopefully we will be talking to you in the near future as we are definitely going on a sailing adventure again.

The whole vacation experience aboard the Blithe Spirit was wonderful and went way beyond our expectations. Being this was the first time we ever went on this type of vacation chartering a boat, we were very novice to the experience. Dominique and Michel were wonderful and by the end of the vacation we all felt like family. Their extensive experience sailing really let us feel secure that we were in good hands. They also knew exactly where to go and what to see. Michel was the perfect guide and made the sailing, sightseeing, exploring and snorkeling top notch. Our itinerary was perfect. The food was superb and we could not have asked for any improvement. Dominique is a chef extraordinaire. We found ourselves completely losing track of days and time. We were sad to have our vacation come to an end. And this of course is a sign of the perfect escape to paradise. We definitely will go on this type of vacation again. Hopefully we will charter again with Dominique and Michel. We plan to keep in touch and have invited them anytime to visit us in New Hampshire.

We have already recommended Blithe Spirit and Paradise Connections to others who also are looking for this perfect vacation experience.

Sincerely,
Carole and Carl

View BLITHE SPIRIT's brochure : CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters : CLICK HERE

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CHARTER m/y SEAS THE MOMENT - Special offer - Repositioning cruise

SEAS THE MOMENT, a 70-foot Azimut motoryacht, is relocating to Lake Erie for Summer 2008.



Seas The Moment will be leaving Fort Lauderdale on May 17, 2008 for Lake Erie. To secure a repositioning charter, her generous owners are offering her at the discounted rate of $7,000/wk, plus all expenses. Normal charter fee is $21,000/wk plus all expenses.

• 4 guests maximum
• 2 crew
• Towed tender, not included

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If this seems like an interesting trip, let us know and we'll provide you with more details!

View SEAS THE MOMENT's brochure : CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters : CLICK HERE

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Catamaran Mustang Sally Charters Virgin Islands 2008/9 season

We bumped into Doug and Wendy, owner-operators of the charter catamaran Mustang Sally at last Sunday's Marine Flea Market in St. Maarten. It was nice to see them and have a bit of a chat. Wendy did manage to snag the Trinidad & Venezuela charts I was eyeing, though. AND she got such a deal at $5 each. Oh well, you snooze you lose.



Doug & Wendy have decided to charter full time in the Virgin Islands next season (November 2008 through May 2009), although if we ask nicely and it fits into their schedule, perhaps we can ask them for a St. Martin charter if you wish :)

Mustang Sally is a 44-foot catamaran, which accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 cabins, each with ensuite heads. Doug & Wendy are Canadian and they have two, very quiet, small dogs.

Book soon and take advantage of their current LOW rates... You know rates will only go up... remember what I said above about snoozing? So don't procrastinate GO FOR IT !

• $5,950/wk for 2 guests
• $7,500/wk for 4 guests
• $9,995/wk for 6 guests

Mustang Sally is still available for both Christmas AND New Year's weeks.

View MUSTANG SALLY's brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters : CLICK HERE

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Charter Catamaran Godiva for your honeymoon

Dave & Marci, owner/operators of the charter catamaran Godiva, would like to announce a $500 discount for honeymoon charters.

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What better way to spend your honeymoon than to lazily sail around St. Martin and St. Barths on your private yacht?

Discover that secret cove where you can swim or snorkel off the boat. Dine in casual elegance in the spacious cockpit while Captain Dave serenades on guitar. Snorkel off Rocher Creole and be part of nature's tropical aquarium. Lay on the trampoline and count the stars overhead. We've put a few more stars in the sky for your honeymoon!

As our honeymoon guests you will have the port (left) side of Godiva to yourselves. That's two cabins and bath. Come experience the romantic Caribbean on Godiva and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Godiva is a 42-foot Fountaine-Pajot, Venezia catamaran and accommodates up to four guests in two cabins (port hull) with a shared head/shower in between.



Godiva is based in St. Martin and is available for charters in the Leeward islands... St. Martin/ St. Maarten/ St. Barths/ Anguilla area, Antigua, Guadeloupe, Martinique... They will also be participating in the Antigua Races April 24 through May 4th, 2008!

GODIVA is still available for a CHRISTMAS and/or NEW YEARs charter! Book Now!!!

View Godiva's brochures : CLICK HERE and HERE TOO!

Contact Paradise Connections for more information: CLICK HERE

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Charter Southeast Asia / Indonesia with Catamaran Levante

Looking for a different area to cruise this year? How about a yacht charter South East Asia or Indonesia?

Levante is a 67-foot Lagoon catamaran available charter in this exciting, "new" destination.



Levante is fully air conditioned and accommodates up 8-9 guests in 4 cabins.

Winter base: Phuket
Summer base : Bali

RATE: €22,000/week, plus all expenses

View LEVANTE's brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections : CLICK HERE

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Yacht Charter New England Catamaran Endless Pleasure

What to do this summer? How about an all inclusive yacht charter sailing vacation aboard the 50-foot catamaran Endless Pleasure? Excellent!

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Endless Pleasure is a Privilege 51 catamaran and accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 cabins, each with Queen berths and ensuite head/shower.

Endless Pleasure is based out of Newport, Rhode Island. There are well over 75 beautiful anchorages within 75 nautical miles of historic Newport!

RATES: All-inclusive, except bar, dockage...

• 2 guests: $8,100/wk
• 4 guests: $10,000/wk
• 6 guests: $11,600/wk

Charters of less than a weeks' duration is pro-rated on the weekly rate. No problem!

Day sails are also possible: (8 -our day)

• Up to 6 guests: $1,500 (lunch, snacks and soft drinks will be provided)

View ENDLESS PLEASURE's brochure : CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

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CHARTER YACHT DRUMBEAT - Guest Comments - Sail & Dive Virgin Islands

Once again, more GREAT comments from charterers aboard the charter yacht DRUMBEAT. Thanks Vince, Linda, and Kurt for everything. We knew you would give Tim & the gang an excellent sailing vacation but it is nice to have it reaffirmed again and again.

Tim mentioned that they chartered five years ago. It was with a boat that we choose not to book as it does not meet our standards. Notice in Tim's comments that this trip aboard Drumbeat was "the first time the six of us actually sailed".... Makes you wonder about the boat they chartered before... You'd be surprised how many boats don't want to sail and do not enjoy it... In our opinion, they are in the wrong business. As I said, we do not offer Tim's previous charter boat for many reasons.

YACHT: DRUMBEAT – VIRGIN ISLANDS
CHARTER: TIM E.
DATE: MARCH 1-8, 2008

Hi Sheila and Bob.

Sorry not to get back to you earlier, but as you can imagine it has been crazy since returning from our trip. Below please see the responses to your questionnaire regarding our charter experience.

We absolutely enjoyed the hell out of our trip. Having had this experience back in 2003, I had some comparison points and I can tell you Vince, Linda and Kurt beat those expectations beyond my wildest dreams. Our friends were so delighted with the trip, they want to go back again as soon as we can all save the money. Both couples agreed this was a trip of a life time, the best vacation they ever experienced.

The crew was more than helpful - they waited on us hand and foot. The women tried to make the beds one morning and Kurt had already taken care of it. Kurt was always two steps ahead of the well intensioned wives, who felt compelled to help (they are not used to relaxing like we did). The crew was friendly and engaging, but disappeared when it was "Our time". They were so unintrusive when we as couples were relaxing, snorkeling, diving or exploring, it seemed like we had the whole BVI to ourselves. GREAT GREAT crew.

The yacht was very comfortable and well maintained. The crew was conscience of keeping things neat and cleaned up. The meals were nothing short of "Five Star". All the wives wanted recipes for Linda's meals. The food was so good, breakfast, lunch, dinners and deserts. Everyone commented on how much food was served at each meal! We were never hungry - just always full!! The happy hours and snacks at night were also fabulous. Plenty of wine was had by all at dinner time to compliment the "Five Star" meals.

One of the best things (all agreed on this) was the sailing! The winds were just great for sailing and the crew seemed to love sailing as much as we did! It was the first time the six of us have actually sailed and it made fans out of all of us.

We as a group were very satisfied and impressed with the service Sheila and Bob at Paradise Connections Yacht Charters provided. You were timely with all correspondence and responsive to all our needs, right down to the trip cancellation insurance. The wives felt very comfortable with the contact information you provided - it was great. If we can save enough money to do this again, we would use no one else except you and Bob. You guys were GREAT! We would also use the Drumbeat crew and no one else!!

We did stay at a hotel the night before we got on the boat. We stayed at the Best Western Carib - it was alright for one night and affordable.

You can use us as a reference for Vince, Linda and Kurt - THE BEST CREW IN THE BVI. You should be able to tell by the tone of this letter, we had a GREAT, GREAT time. Hopefully we will keep in touch and down the road if we can raise the cash, we will be back at you. Thanks again for all your efforts and steering us to Drumbeat.

All the best to you and Bob. Thank You - T.E.

Drumbeat is a 65/72-foot Irwin ketch with an excellent crew of three. Drumbeat is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 double cabins. Vince is a dive instructor and one dive/day is included in their rates for certified and non-certified divers (resort course included).

• Drumbeat will be available for charter through the summer 2008 in the Virgin Islands. AND
• Drumbeat is still available for a 2008 Christmas charter (as of March 20, 2008) ending on or before December 27th.

View DRUMBEAT's brochure : CLICK HERE

Contact PARADISE CONNECTIONS Yacht Charters : CLICK HERE

View more blog posts for Drumbeat : CLICK HERE

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MATAU : 75-foot catamaran for Med and Caribbean yacht charters

MATAU, a 75-foot catamaran, is a new addition to the yacht charter fleet.

Matau accommodates up to eight guests in four luxurious staterooms and will be available for yacht charters in the Mediterranean for Summer 2008 and will return to the Caribbean for charters for the Winter 2008/9 season.



When you step inside MATAU, you will notice that her stunning décor has more than a dash of art deco style with pale wood, white leather upholstery and sophisticated black and red accents. The perfect setting for cosmopolitans and martinis with Noel Coward songs playing in the background.





Four very spacious cabins (3 Queens & 1 King) accommodate up to eight guests in full comfort. The ensuite baths feature twin vessel sinks and separate stall showers.



Exceptional is the word for the king-bedded master stateroom. Its en suite bath, as large as one of the guest cabins, offers the luxury of a full-size jacuzzi tub.



There are so many choices on deck – the trampolines, aft deck, bridge deck, the “teak beach”, and broad aft steps (very easy water access!) – that everyone will quickly find their own favorite spot for sunning and relaxing.



Captain Brett Clarke and his wife, Chef Andrea, are very excited about chartering in the Mediterranean this summer and look forward to welcoming guests aboard this very special yacht.

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WEEKLY RATES:

Summer 2008: Eastern or Western Mediterranean in July, August and September
€35,000 plus all expenses, for up to 8 guests

Winter 2008-09 - Caribbean
6 guests: $42,500
8 guests: $44,000
All inclusive, except bar/beverages, cruising fees... (Caribbean terms)

Christmas and New Years weeks:
6 guests: $46,750
8 guests: $48,500
All inclusive, except bar/beverages, cruising fees... (Caribbean terms)

View MATAU's brochures : CLICK HERE and HERE

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MOONSPLASH 2008 Bankie Banx Anguilla Dune Preserve

Bankie Banx, the Eastern Caribbean's pioneer of reggae music, hosts the Moonsplash Music Festival each year on Anguilla.

This year's Moonsplash runs March 27-30, 2008 at Bankie Banx's Dune Preserve on the Caribbean island of Anguilla (just north of St. Martin / Sint Maarten).



Moonsplash has become much more than a weekend party. People plan their vacations to Anguilla around it.

Looking for accommodations? How about a yacht charter?

Jet Blue and Spirit airlines, along with major airlines fly into St. Maarten (SXM).

Meet your boat in St. Maarten, and make the short sail up to Anguilla to attend Moonsplash. Afterwards, you might enjoy cruising on over to St. Barths stopping at various spots along the French coast of St. Martin on the way.

Last year, we sailed over to Anguilla to attend the Jimmy Buffett concert and had a wonderful time. What a wonderful venue for a concert of this type.

Check out the concert video on Amazon.com... CLICK THIS LINK!




A double CD and an 82 minute DVD were recorded LIVE at the Dune Preserve, Rendezvous Bay in Anguilla, in Bankie Banx's backyard and the site of famous Moonsplash Festivals. The CDs include 30 songs, all of your favorites, plus some special in-concert rarities like Domino College, Waiting In Vain, When Salome Plays the Drum, King of Somewhere Hot, Treat Her Like A Lady, and Distantly In Love. The DVD was recorded in High Definition and is in Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound. Check out the video on Amazon.com!

For more information about the Moonsplash Music Festival, CLICK HERE

There's not much time so BOOK NOW!

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Charter YES DEAR in the Grenadines Summer 2008

Charter the 58-foot catamaran YES DEAR this summer in the Grenadines and explore remote islands, snorkel endless coral reefs, fish in the ocean or just relax and sail away....


YES DEAR is now offering crewed charters in the Grenadines this August, September, October and November 2008.

The Grenadines offer a rhythm of island life reminiscent of days gone by. Experience their peaceful beauty aboard a luxurious catamaran with your own private crew guiding you through this unique tapestry of laid back islands.

Explore the Tobago Cays, a chain of five deserted islands protected by a pristine horseshoe reef famous for snorkeling and diving. Linger on Mustique, hideaway for the rich and famous. Enjoy afternoon tea at the elegant Cotton House or sip cocktails as the sun sets at Basils.

Bequia has a rich history of whaling and traditional boat building, step back in time and learn how these Islanders lived and worked. Grenada is known as the Spice Island, the home of nutmeg and many other local delights. Hike through Caribbean rain forests, visit spectacular waterfalls, and meander through colorful local markets. The Grenadines offer something for everyone with an unforgettable taste of Island life.

RATES: Grenadines - Summer 2008 - All inclusive, including standard bar & beverages
$21, 609/wk for up to 8 guests
$23,464/wk for 9 guests
$25,312/wk for 10 guests

Diving for Grenadines charters are $70/dive/diver (certified divers only)

YES DEAR accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 cabins with Queen berths each with its own 17-inch digital television with built-in DVD and CD player. Lots of toys!

View YES DEAR's brochure: CLICK HERE

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TABASCO has a new captain

Announcing a new skipper on S/Y TABASCO, available for charter this winter in the Caribbean and for summer 2008 they will be chartering in New England.



Captain Paul Preston has taken command of TABASCO, a custom-designed Baltic 76 pilot house cutter based in Antigua. Born in England and educated in the US, Captain Preston has a 25-year career in the yachting and hospitality industries. He has experience as captain of private and charter vessels, sail and power, up to 116 feet in length. Paul holds a USCG 1600 Gross Tons License and British DOT Certificate of Equivalent Competency with Class four Deck Command Endorsement. He has made an arrangement with a long-time colleague to freelance as chef on charter.

Tabasco offers accommodations for six in three cabins forward of the main salon. The en suite master with a centerline queen is all the way forward. Just aft of the master suite are port and starboard guest cabins with one double berth each. These cabins share a bath with a glass-enclosed shower. All cabins have access to the port side sauna which also has a shower.

Currently, Paul is finishing up an intense program of maintenance and repairs to bring Tabasco “up to snuff” :

• major varnishing project,
• new headsail,
• modifications to the inner foresail and
• new foredeck awning
• A/C system repairs

Rates : Winter 2007/8 Caribbean
(all-inclusive, except bar/beverages, cruising taxes...)

• Two guests: $20,000/wk
• Four guests: $22,000/wk
• Six guests: $24,000/wk

Rates : Summer 2008 New England
(plus all expenses)

• Two guests: $20,000/wk
• Four guests: $22,500/wk
• Six guests: $24,000/wk

View TABASCO's brochure : CLICK HERE and HERE TOO!

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Catamaran MAROLANGA - Thanks for another great charter

Once again, a great review from happy guests who sailed with Gus, Marcella & Sasha aboard the catamaran Marolanga in the Virgin Islands...

Charter dates = JANUARY 26 – FEBRUARY 2, 2008
Yacht = MAROLANGA

Dear Sheila and Bob,
We had a fabulous time aboard the Marolanga! Gus and Marcella were wonderful hosts. The yacht was comfortable, clean. The food was very good. I don't know how Marcella was able to create such meals in a small "kitchen"....every meal was delightful, pleasing to the eye and plentiful. I was also very impressed that they served our meals on china!
We would love to take another charter.
We stayed in St. Thomas, Charlotte Amalia. We stayed in a bed and breakfast called "At Home in the Tropics".....and that was definitely one of the highlights of our trip! I would highly recommend this place....we stayed two days before our charter and one day after our return. The owner, Pam Eckstein, was very accommodating.
You may use us as a reference.
Many thanks..........we now have wonderful memories!
- Caryn and John

If you'd like to charter MAROLANGA, contact Paradise Connections for details : CLICK HERE

View MAROLANGA's brochure: CLICK HERE and HERE TOO!

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FLAME - WHALE SIGHTINGS IN VIRGIN ISLANDS

Flame had a close encounter whale sighting this week (Feb.2008) and wrote us a quick note about it... Hope we'll have some pictures soon.

"The whales were way cool! We were in Pillsbury Sound and saw a cow and calf. The calf was showing off and jumped multiple times. He/she really seemed to respond to our applause and cheers. Mom didn't do much until one guest said, OK we can go now, but I want one "Free Willy" move. Just then, Mom flicked her tail in the air and dove! Sadly, my pictures are awful..I was more intent on watching the show. Our guests got some good shots on their phone and promised to email them to us." - Barbara, m/y FLAME

Pillsbury Sound is the stretch of water between St. Thomas & St. John, US Virgin Islands.

February and March are the months to see the whales migrate through... If you'd like to give it a try, come on down!

Check out FLAME's brochure: CLICK HERE

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75-foot Catamaran Available in the Mediterranean Summer 2008

We are happy to have a new catamaran available for crewed yacht charters in the Mediterranean this summer (2008)... the 75-foot Privilege catamaran, Matau.


More info (details, rates, picture) soon come :)

Book your sailing vacation now!

Contact : Paradise Connections Yacht Charters : CLICK HERE

Special Last Minute Discount on BARGES Spring 2008

This would be a great Valentine's gift. Book before