BVI Wreck Week - Sail / Dive with PROMENADE

The trimaran PROMENADE is having a special cabin cruise for May 20-26, 2007, BVI Wreck Week:

• May 20-26, 2007 - 7-day/6-nights from Roadtown, Tortola BVI (can fly into St.Thomas, USVI or Beef Island, Tortola BVI)
• $4000/cabin ($2000 each person). 3 cabins with Queen berths and 2 cabins that can be configured as either King or 2 Twins
• Includes all food and beverages (standard ship's bar, too) aboard the yacht.
• Includes unlimited diving (bring own gear or rent BC/Reg) featuring the wrecks of the British Virgin Islands. Wrecks to be dove include: The Beata, The Inganess, The Fearless, The Marie L and the Pat. Promenade will also do a minimun of 3 dives on the wreck of the RHONE, including a night dive. Promenade will also, weather permitting, dive the spectacular wrecks of ANEGADA including The Chikuzen and The Rocus.
• This offer also includes a special souvenir Tshirt and tickets for the wrap up party on Cooper Island on Friday night!

Just a reminder...

Promenade still has space available on their November 26 to December 2, 2006 cabin cruise week. They have reduced the rate to $3200/cabin, double occupancy (i.e. $1600/each person). Diving is extra and gear can be rented or you can bring your own.

There is also room aboard on their January 28 to February 3, 2007 trip, as well as March 25-31, 2007. These are both at their normal cabin rate of $3900/cabin.

Promenade is a great dive boat but they have lots of other activities as well. This is an excellent opportunity for two people to charter a large boat.


Promenade is a fun boat!

Visit Promenade's electronic brochures:

• Brochure #1
• Brochure #2

Contact PARADISE CONNECTIONS YACHT CHARTERS for more info.

NEW: Delta Airlines flies nonstop Atlanta to Martinique

Effective Dec. 16, 2006, Delta will add flights between its largest hub in Atlanta and Fort de France, Martinique in the French West Indies. Martinique is the second destination that Delta will serve in this region having recently announced twice weekly service to the French island of Guadeloupe, effective Dec.13, 2006. Both routes are subject to foreign government approval.

Delta customers traveling to the United States and Canada from Martinique will benefit from 97 daily one-stop connections to destinations throughout the region, including key business and leisure destinations such as New York, Chicago, Montreal, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Tampa and Orlando. The service will be operated using Boeing 737-800 aircraft with 16 first class and 134 economy class seats.

To make travel to Martinique this winter even more enticing, Delta is offering customers special fares as low as $259 one way, based on a round-trip purchase, for travel between Dec. 16, 2006 and March 31, 2007. Customers should act fast, however, as tickets must be purchased by Oct. 5. Additional taxes/fees/restrictions apply...

Thanksgiving special for m/y TOUCH

The motoryacht TOUCH is offering a special rate of $50,000, plus expenses, for a 7-night charter between November 22 – 30, 2006 in St. Maarten. This is a $15,000 savings.

What a wonderful way to celebrate Thanksgiving with your friends and family!

TOUCH is a 120-foot custom 2004 motor yacht, skippered by Capt. David Rutherford plus a crew of six. TOUCH is perfect for four couples as they can accommodate up to 8 guests in four staterooms with King-sized berths. But, of course, you can charter TOUCH for two, if you wish to be decadent for your anniversary, honeymoon, birthday, or whatever :)

We visited TOUCH at the St. Maarten Charter Yacht Exhibition last December and we were very impressed with the yacht. The Master cabin with its own private deck is quite cool. One unique feature they have is a jacuzzi just behind the aft exterior seating area on the main deck.



They have satellite TV aboard so you will not miss any of the games over Thanksgiving weekend (unless you want to!).

Here are two electronic brochures you can view for M/Y TOUCH:

• Brochure #1
• Brochure #2

Feel free to contact Paradise Connections to book this yacht or for more information. You may get our email address and phone numbers HERE.

We've been busy... busy is good!

Sorry that we haven't added anything to our Yacht Charter Blog so far for September, but we have been very busy. Busy is good!

We have had many inquiries and bookings for the coming season... We warned you that it would get busy after Labor Day...

Don't delay, contact Paradise Connections for your upcoming sailing vacations!

Catamaran Marolanga Gets a Vacation!

Gus & Marcella, owner/operators of the catamaran Marolanga, were surprised by their children who gave them a vacation in Italy as a birthday gift. They are currently in Italy, enjoying family, sights, and Italian cuisine. Gus and Marcella will return to Marolanga and be ready to charter in mid-September. They are one of the few charter yachts available in the Virgin Islands throughout the summer season.

Here is reminder of some of the new improvements invested in Marolanga:

• Air Conditioner / Generator
• New 14ft. dinghy with center console
• Hardcover roof for sun protecting the cockpit
• Big stainless steel grill outside
• Automatic ice machine
• Coffee/Espresso machine
• New dishes and silverware
• Flat screen DVD player in each guest cabin with hundreds of DVD's for every desire (kids included!)
• Portable Sony play station (PSP) with games
• New TV/DVD player and CD player in salon
• Computer with internet access in most areas of the VI
• 2 fly fishing rods, 2 spinning rods, 1 trawling rod (Gus is an avid fisherman)

View Marolanga's electronic brochure: CLICK HERE

Visit Paradise Connection's web site: CLICK HERE

American Airlines Fall Fare Sale to Caribbean

For those of you who are sitting on the fence, regarding a sailing vacation this autumn, perhaps this will help: American Airlines is having a Fall Sale.

• Fares are valid for outbound travel August 7, 2006 through December 11, 2006. Return travel must be complete by December 13, 2006.
• Tickets must be purchased NO LATER than 11:59 p.m. August 16, 2006 (CDT). (Tickets must be purchased at least 7 days prior to departure or within 1 day of making reservations, whichever comes first).

Consult American Airlines for details.

This is a great offer because this falls into the "summer rates" category and some yachts have lower rates during this time.

Contact PARADISE CONNECTIONS YACHT CHARTERS for your sailing vacation plans. There are still some excellent yachts available for the holidays (see posting below)...

Another Cabin Cruise Week : PROMENADE

The 65-foot trimaran Promenade has added another cabin cruise to their busy calendar.


Kerry now has two weeks dedicated to cabin cruises for next season.

• November 26 to December 2, 2006
• January 28 to February 3, 2006

These are all-inclusive, 6-night charters for $3900/cabin (double occupancy, not each person).

See additional postings about Promenade below...

Visit Promenade's electronic brochures:

• Brochure #1
• Brochure #2

Contact PARADISE CONNECTIONS YACHT CHARTERS for more info.

Schooner Bonnie Lynn Day Sails

BONNIE LYNN, the beautiful 72-foot schooner owned and operated by Earl and Bonnie MacKenzie, gives each charter the personal touch. According to guests who booked a one day charter for a family celebration, ”We could not in any way have had a better day for our 50th anniversary!! Bonnie Lynn is a wonderful boat, plenty of room and a comfortable sail.”


Bonnie Lynn has two available dates this August for a daysail charter in Maine. We hope that someone will be able to take advantage of this rare opportunity.

AVAILABLE FOR A DAY SAIL - up to 24 passengers

• August 18 in Rockland, ME
• August 20 in North East Harbor

Options include:

• 10am to 4pm with lunch - $2,400
• 9am to 9pm, lunch and dinner - $3,000

Rates given are approximate. For more information, contact Paradise Connections: CLICK HERE for contact info.

DRAMALESS : Weekend specials in St. Maarten / Martin

TREAT YOURSELF - Take a break, unwind in style, and leave life’s daily drama behind.

DRAMALESS

For total relaxation and impeccable service, take advantage of a DRAMALESS weekend special in St. Maarten. Their 19-foot Mako tender is included in the charter rate.

DRAMALESS is an 82-foot Hatteras with 3 crew, that can accommodate 6 or 7 guests in three cabins.

Hurry, offer valid only for charters taking place in September and October 2006.

SPECIAL RATE:

• 3 days for $8,000 plus expenses
• 4 days for $10,500 plus expenses

Click HERE for their electronic brochure.

Contact PARADISE CONNECTIONS YACHT CHARTERS for more information.

Mediterranean Sail Boat Charters Summer 2006

There are still some sail boats available in the Med for yacht charters this summer (2006). If you'd like a Mediterranean sailing vacation, consider these fine yachts:

DULCINEA

Dulcinea is a 63-foot sloop with prime dates still open. They have accommodations for six guests in three double cabins with individual TV, radio/CD player and A/C controls. Captain Teal Standen and his wife Anna, do a first rate job pampering charterers. Guests who sailed with them last fall wrote: “We just came back from Italy and the trip was great! Dulcinea is a beautiful boat! Teal and Anna were fantastic, very kind, attentive, and humble. Anna is a great passionate cook and Teal a very responsible and caring skipper. We had a great time with them.”

WEEKLY RATES: $15,000/2 guests $16,000/4 $17,000/6 (plus all expenses)

LIARA

Liara is a 65-foot sloop with good family accommodations in three cabins: queen master cabin aft with ensuite heads; forward double guest cabin which shares head with the third guest cabin that has upper/lower single berths. Captain Ross Appleby and Chef Laurie Ward know the best spots in the Mediterranean from East to West! Regarding recent yardwork, Liara's owner reports, “She’s looking really terrific! We just painted the entire hull, installed a brand new, quieter generator and got brand new high tech sails.”

WEEKLY RATES: $18,500 for up to 6 guests, plus all expenses. Available in Western Med from 4 -21 August 2006, and after 5 September in Monaco.

FRUITION

Fruition is an 80-foot ketch, which accommodates 6 guests. The aft, full-width master cabin has a private entrance from the cockpit. There are also two guest cabins, each having a pair of large twin lower singles (not bunks). All cabins have ensuite head/shower. Lots of space for relaxing : the roomy cockpit, panoramic deck saloon and spacious lower saloon.

WEEKLY RATE: $17,900/2 guests, $18,900/4, $19,900/6 (plus all expenses).
Fruition is available in Palma from 10 August 2006 onwards.

Contact PARADISE CONNECTIONS for more information:

• Click HERE to send us an E-MAIL
• Click HERE to visit our web site www.paradiseconnections.com

Willy T's - The end of an era

Well, it's true... I heard about it earlier this week and just had it confirmed via email from the Willy T's... Due to a recent near-fatal accident, jumping off the William Thornton Floating Restaurant and Bar will no longer be allowed.

How is one to earn their free t-shirt?

The Willy T's will be closed September through the first week of October 2006.

I'm sure they'll come up with something before the new season starts up...

Catamaran Douce France 2006-2008 Pacific charters

Join the 138-foot catamaran, Douce France, on her world tour.

DOUCE FRANCE offers flexible accommodations for up to 12 guests in six identical en suite cabins, convertible from two twin beds to one king. The attention of her international, professional crew of 8, including a scuba instructor, ensures your charter will be most memorable. The 250 bottle cave à vin of select wines will please the most discerning guest and compliment the French chef's culinary skill. An atmosphere of luxury and elegant décor, surrounded by a world of beauty and adventure.

• 2006 July - September : Polynesia
• 2006 October - 2007 March : New Zealand
• 2007 April - September : Fiji
• 2007 October - December : New Zealand
• 2008 January - March : Indonesia
• 2008 April - June : Thailand
• 2008 July - September : Sri Lanka
• 2008 October - 2009 January : Seychelles & Madagascar
• 2009 February.... Red Sea...

Click HERE for their electronic brochure. Brochure #2. Brochure #3.

RATES:

$99,000 for up to 12 guests, plus all expenses (food, alcoholic beverages, communications, fuel, marina dockage)

• July 2006 through March 31, 2007 (inquire for Christmas rates)
• April 28 - June 30, 2007
• September 1 - December 14, 2007

$109,000 for up to 12 guests, plus all expenses (food, alcoholic beverages, communications, fuel, marina dockage)

• April 1-27, 2007
• July 1 to August 31, 2007
• December 15, 2007 to January 15, 2008

For more info, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: Click HERE

Rates, locations, and availability subject to change.

Book your 2006-7 holiday yacht charter now

CONTACT PARADISE CONNECTION FOR CURRENT HOLIDAY AVAILABILITY

Bullwinkle knows what boat he'll be on for Christmas! Do you?

Check out current special offers on crewed charter yachts. 

CLICK HERE FOR SPECIAL OFFERS

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Trimaran PROMENADE News: Sail Dive Charters in BVI

Here's some news from recent happenings aboard the charter yacht Promenade, a 65-foot trimaran, owned and operated by Kerry and Bazza out of Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. An excellent choice for a sailing and diving vacation.

A few days ago, Kerry sent us this: "Muskmelon was nice and flat and Bazza and I went for a dusk dive out in the mud to see what we saw, I took my camera along, and LOOK what I found!!!! This is the first time that i have seem one of these!!!! We probably took about a hundred pictures of this batfish. I did not want to come up! This is quite a rare find."
Look at the lips on this guy! What an expression!

Kerry recently received her underwater housing for her new Nikon digital camera. Looking forward to some more excellent photos from Promenade.

Here's another interesting bit about Kerry and her turtle friend: "Yep, he never has been too scared of me, but the last couple days he has really let me come close to him. Yesterday he sat there for ten minutes while I stroked underneath his shell!! The neat part was that he went up for air and then came back down and laid beside me again, so I really knew I had made a friend!! I don't think I have ever had such a pleasing experience in the water."

Promenade a large 65-foot trimaran, with a fun crew and is a wonderful boat for families and groups. Besides being the ideal dive boat, they also have lots of water toys for other activities, plus the boat is so spacious that it is not difficult to find a quiet spot if you so wish. Promenade is air conditioned and has 5 guests cabins; three cabins have Queen berths, while the other two can be configured either as Kings or as two Twins. Promenade has a 14-foot dinghy with 50HP motor, waterskis, kneeboard, tube, several kayaks, 5-person banana, snorkeling gear, fishing equipment, projection TV/VCR/DVD in the salon, a portable DVD player, Game Boy, Play Station 2, iPod friendly, dedicated guest computer for email access, compressor to fill scuba tanks, and much more. Promenade has a Dive Instructor aboard so anyone can dive... give it a try!

Here are some more photos from a recent charter aboard Promenade.


This is a photo of the foredeck to try to show how much room there is aboard this 65-foot trimaran. She has a 35-foot beam (width).


Promenade is one of the few charter yachts which has a commercial fishing license for the British Virgin Islands. They usually do catch and release, but I believe this fish might have been dinner.


Rays are just soooooooo cool. They sure make a big splash when they jump out of the water.


Group shot in front of the famous Wreck of the Rhone.

Photos courtesy of s/v Promenade. Thanks, Kerry!

To view Promenade's electronic brochure, CLICK HERE.

Please contact PARADISE CONNECTIONS for more information.

BARGES - SPECIAL DISCOUNTS

Several canal hotel barges are offering special discounts for October and/or November 2006 barging holidays.

$500 per person discount off the current rate for:

• October 2006 Departures: Three French barges in the regions of Burgundy and Provence, plus SCOTTISH HIGHLANDER in the Great Glen of Scotland... say hello to Nessie!
• And two for the month of November 2006 for Provence France, including ANJODI.

Where no cabins are booked on a cruise, a minimum of 4 passengers are required to guarantee the cruise.

For more information on this special and anything else that may come to mind, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

Catamaran Pentesilea

UPDATE: Hans & Ruth have sold their catamaran PENTESILEA and we no longer offer this yacht for charter...

We just received an email from Hans & Ruth, owner operators of the fabulous charter yacht PENTESILEA, a Privilege catamaran.

"I have to tell you a fish story which happened on our last charter. We are securely anchored in a lovely bay. One of the teenage guests is napping/reading in the aft cabin, with the deckhatch open to keep her cool. Her Mom is standing back in the cockpit with one of my famous painkillers in her hand. Suddenly this large silvery thing comes flying thru the air, lands on the open deck hatch and slams it shut, bounces off and lands on the cockpit sunning mattress. Teenager hollers : "what the h…..," Mom shrieks…."wow look at this". The fish is frightened to death never having been on Pentesilea and with a mighty kick gets off the boat back into his/her environment. As I charge out to the cockpit to check on the ruckus, mom is laughing so hard and points to the wet spot (made from the fish and not mom) on the sunning mattress. I guess it was true; it was not the painkillers fault."

This summer's plans for Pentesilea besides polishing and varnishing, will be new interior upholstery.

Pentesilea is one of our favorite catamarans and charter yacht crew. Pentesilea is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to six guests in three cabins with ensuite heads. They will take a young child as a 7th guest, inquire. Lots of toys and lots of fun! Good rates, too. Pentesilea also includes a 2-tank, rendezvous dive for their guests.


For more information on yacht charters CLICK HERE to contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters.

French Canal Barge EMMA - updated web site

This week we have updated our web site for the French canal hotel barge, EMMA, who cruises along the canal du midi, France.

We have two new pages: Guest comments & Rates.

Here's a new photo of EMMA that Liz just sent us!


CLICK HERE to view our web site for EMMA.

For more information, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: SEND US AN EMAIL

French Barge LE PREMIER - One week left for 2006

We had a note from the French Barge LE PREMIER this morning, letting us know that they only have one week left for their 2006 season: August 27 to September 2, 2006.

This beautiful hotel barge cruises along the Dijon - Escommes region of the Burgundy Canal (Canal de Bourgogne, France)

View LE PREMIER's online brochure: CLICK HERE

For more information on Le Premier or other boats, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: SEND US AN EMAIL

THREE MOONS: Rendezvous Diving and Island Tour

Beginning with the winter 2006 season (December 16th), THREE MOONS, a 72-foot Irwin 8-passenger ketch, will be offering diving and an island tour.

- FREE: two, 2-tank rendezvous dives for certified AND non-certified divers. This is a private dive trip with only Three Moons guests aboard.

- FREE: 3-hour scenic tour of Virgin Gorda and the Baths with a private driver. This includes a visit to the Baths, lunch overlooking the Baths at Mad Dog's Restaurant, a visit to Little Dix Bay, a drive to the tip-top of Virgin Gorda with panoramic views of the surrounding islands. The land tour ends in the North Sound, Virgin Gorda, where you will meet up with Three Moons.

To view Three Moons' electronic brochure, CLICK HERE

Three Moons $1000 discount for selected weeks in November and December 2006: CLICK HERE

For more information, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

Promenade's July 2006 Cabin Cruise

The 65-foot trimaran PROMENADE still has space available for their six-night cabin cruise, July 15-21, 2006, in the British Virgin Islands.

The special last-minute rate for this week is $2,800 for a 2-person cabin. This is an all-inclusive rate for the cabin, NOT for each person ($1400 each).

While you will be sharing your sailing vacation with other people, Promenade will do their best to accommodate interests, activities, meals, etc. to their guests on board, rather than a fixed itinerary and menu like a theme park ride.

Promenade is air conditioned and has 5 guests cabins; three cabins have Queen berths, while the other two can be configured either as Kings or as two Twins. Promenade has a 14-foot dinghy with 50HP motor, waterskis, kneeboard, tube, several kayaks, 5-person banana, snorkeling gear, fishing equipment, projection TV/VCR/DVD in the salon, a portable DVD player, Game Boy, Play Station 2, dedicated guest computer for email access, compressor to fill scuba tanks, and much more. Promenade has a Dive Instructor aboard so anyone can dive... give it a try!

To view Promenade's electronic brochure, CLICK HERE.

Please contact PARADISE CONNECTIONS for more information.
Photos courtesy of s/v Promenade. Thanks, Kerry!

Celebrate July 4th in Boston

Celebrate the Fourth of July in Boston with a yacht charter aboard the motoryacht RHAPSODY.

You will have the perfect vantage point from Rhapsody's Sky Lounge with a 360-degree view to experience America's premier 4th of July celebrations with a superb firework display as well as the Fireworks Score by the Boston Pops Orchestra.

RHAPSODY is an 80-foot Lazzarra motoryacht which accommodates up to 6 guests. in three staterooms, all with Queen-sized beds. Rhapsody's water sports includes: 12' Novurania inflatable, 23' Sea Fox center console tender, 3 ocean kayaks, light fishing gear, snorkel gear, tube, waterskis, etc.

The motor yacht Rhapsody is available for charter for $19,000/week, plus expenses.

CLICK HERE to view Rhapsody's electronic brochure.

For more information, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

Charter Yacht IMPULSIVE - Special Mediterranean Summer 2006 rate

The charter yacht IMPULSIVE, a 116-foot Norship motoryacht with a crew of SIX, has reduced their rate for the rest of their Mediterranean Summer 2006 season by $5000.

The motor yacht IMPULSIVE, is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to six guests in three luxurious staterooms. The master cabin aft is full width and has a California King size bed with his & hers ensuite baths with Jacuzzi. The other two guest staterooms have Queen-size beds.

IMPULSIVE is available beginning August 10, 2006 from Rome and surrounding areas.

Mediterranean (Summer 2006) Reduced Rates:

• Low Season – Now $60,000/week, plus expenses
• High Season – Now $65,000/week, plus expenses

Commercially registered, VAT Exempt

To view IMPULSIVE's electronic brochure: CLICK HERE

For more information, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

Charter FREEDOM, Caribbean Summer 2006 Special

Freedom is an 80-foot Azimut motor yacht available for charter throughout the summer for your Caribbean vacation. Freedom is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 8 guests in four cabins (2 Queens, 2 Twins). Based in St. Maarten, but they will waive delivery fees to other "down-island" Caribbean locations.

Special reduced rates for Summer 2006 yacht charters in the Caribbean for the motoryacht Freedom. $28,000 for 8 days, 7 nights (plus expenses). This is a savings of $4000.

Visit m/y Freedom's web site: CLICK HERE
For more information, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

Barge SAVOIR FAIRE - Paris to Amsterdam

The Hotel Canal Barge SAVOIR FAIRE is announcing a 13-day cruise through France, Belgium and Holland between October 8th and 20th this year (2006).

It’s a great way to experience three different cultures without leaving the comfort of your cabin! There’s so much variety and in addition, it is a wonderful time of the year to travel, as the trees are in their resplendent autumn colours. Artists would really appreciate this tour, with plenty of subjects and visits to Monet’s garden and Rubens’ house.

The cruise starts on the Seine in central Paris near to Place de la Concorde...

To read the complete article, please visit All About Canal Barge Charters: CLICK HERE

SAVOIR FAIRE will also doing this 13-day cruise in 2007 from Amsterdam to Paris departing 6th May 2007 and again from Paris to Amsterdam 7th October 2007.

To view SAVOIR FAIRE's electronic brochure: CLICK HERE

To view SAVOIR FAIRE's 13-night 3-country itinerary: CLICK HERE

If you are interested in coming on this cruise – 13 days or 6 days, please contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters.

Charter Yacht FLAME

Barb from the charter motor yacht FLAME, wrote to us recently and sent us some new photos that we would like to share with you.

As many of you know, Josh their ship's cat for many years, passed away just before last Christmas. Flame seemed empty without him, so enters Jacob...


"Jacob is a fabulous charter cat. He really does the balance of entertainer, but not too much in your face charter host. We are very pleased and our guests have adored him. It's been a nice season!"


FLAME finishes their charter season soon and they will be heading north to spend time at their home in New England. This will be little Jacob's first time visiting the landbased homestead. We'd love to see his expression the first time he sees a squirrel.

Wayne is now licensed to pefrorm weddings! He presided over his first wedding ceremony this spring on St. John, US Virgin Islands.


"Wayne did his first wedding (but it was on shore) and it was a big success. I was very nervous but could not have been prouder. He wrote the ceremony (except for the vows) and it was both sentimental and humourous. I found it VERY humourous to be introduced to the bride's family as the Rev's wife! HA! Never thought I'd be described that way!"


Thanks, Barb.

So, if you are looking to get married in Paradise, the motor yacht FLAME is your one-stop shop for weddings and honeymoons. They are also fantastic for family charters or a group of friends!

Click HERE to view FLAME's electronic brochure.

For more information about chartering FLAME, contact your charter specialists: Paradise Connections Yacht Charters.

Visit us at: HTTP://WWW.PARADISECONNECTIONS.COM

HONIARA, Available for June 2006 Yacht Charters in the Grenadines

We were delighted this morning to receive an email from Adele & Pierre aboard their 44-foot Beneteau sloop, Honiara. They were just leaving St.Vincent for Bequia.

Honiara is now available for yacht charter vacations in the Grenadines this June (2006).

Come sail with Honiara and discover the enchanting islands of the Grenadines.

- View Honiara's electronic brochure: CLICK HERE

- For more information on chartering Honiara, contact us: Paradise Connections Yacht Charters

Virgin Islands, Caribbean Crewed Yacht Charters for Summer 2006

Here are some excellent yachts available for crewed yacht charters all summer long (2006) in the Virgin Islands:

CARABELLA:
Carabella is a 41-foot motor yacht, owned and operated by the American crew of Jerry and Shary Monson, along with their two cool cats. This is a very nice boat for two. The master cabin has a Queen size walkaround berth. Carabella has satellite TV so you won't miss your favorite show or sporting event! Be sure to have Shary make you chocolate brownies... mmmmmmmmm good!!!
View their electronic brochure: CLICK HERE
View our photos from the May 2006 Charter Yacht Show: CLICK HERE

DRUMBEAT:
Drumbeat is a 72-foot Irwin ketch with a crew of three. Owned and operated by Vince & Linda Stracener. Drumbeat is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 double cabins. Vince is a dive instructor and 5 dives/week are included in their rates.
View their electronic brochure: CLICK HERE

MAROLANGA:
Marolanga is a 43-foot Catana catamaran, owned and operated by Gus & Marcella. Marolanga is fully air conditioned and can accommodate 4 guests in 2 cabins. A fifth person can sleep up in the "forepaw". Besides the normal spinning tackle, Marolanga ahs 2 fly fishing rods. Gus says that he knows all the flats in the USVI and BVI’s. They already had lots of successful fishing charters (60 pound grouper, yellowfin tuna, Mahi-Mahi, bonefish and much more……)
View their electronic brochure: CLICK HERE

PROMENADE:
Promenade is a custom 65-foot trimaran with a crew of four, owned and operated by Kerry and Baz. Promenade is air conditioned and can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 cabins: 2 kings (which can be converted into singles) and 3 queens. Excellent boat for families and dive charters. If you're nice, perhaps Kerry will make you some homemade ice cream... it's really good!
Eight nights for the price of seven for week-long charters in August, September, and October 2006.
View their electronic brochures: CLICK HERE and ALSO HERE

REACTION:
ReAction is a 55-foot Jeanneau 55 Lagoon sailing catamaran with a crew of two, Ian & Polly. ReAction is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 8 guests in four cabins. The two aft cabins have Queen berths, while the forward starboard cabin is a double and the port cabin has twin bunks. ReAction has a dive master and offers diving to certified divers for an additional fee of $100/week/diver for 1-2 dives/day.
View their electronic brochure: CLICK HERE and MORE PHOTOS

CORUS:
Corus is a 42-foot Whitby ketch, owned and operated by the British couple, Bill and Ann Hasted. Corus is a 2-person yacht with a Queen cabin aft. Bill is a Dive Master and includes one dive/day for certified divers.
View their electronic brochure: CLICK HERE

Yachts available this summer (2006) "down island":

LADY ANNE 2
Lady Anne is a 47-foot Lagoon catamaran, owned and operated by the French couple, Patrick and Pascale Gomila. Lady Anne is air conditioned and accommodates six guests in three double cabins, all with ensuite heads/showers.
Lady Anne will be available for charter in the Grenadines, Venezuela, and San Blas Islands.
View their electronic brochure: CLICK HERE

SUDIKI
Sudiki is home based in the Grenadines.
View their electronic brochure: CLICK HERE

CHARTER RATES: CLICK HERE to view current charter rates.

For more information on charter the yachts mentioned above, or other yachts too, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters, your charter specialists!

EUROPEAN BARGES (France) Special Offers, Discounts

*** LAST MINUTE SUMMER PRICES FOR SUMMER 2006 ***

EMMA & ANJODI
Cruise the Canal du Midi aboard a French barge in the South of France

Join Rene and Liz aboard their lovely barge Emma, who turned 100 last year! Felicitations!
Emma cruises the south of France along the canal du midi. They are offering a last-minute summer special to fill in the remaining dates of their calendar.

All remaining cabins for the 2006 cruise year are now offered at $5,500 per cabin for 2 guests (double occupancy) OR book two or more cabins and the rate drops to $5000 per cabin for 2 guests (double occupancy). So, invite your friends to join in and visit France from a different perspective.

Emma's current open dates:

• June 24 - July 14, 2006
• July 22-28, 2006
• August 12-25, 2006
• September 30 - November 3, 2006

Liz & Rene were our neighbours when we wintered aboard our sail boat Loose Moose in Frontignan, France.

To view Emma's electronic brochure, CLICK HERE.

For more information about booking Emma, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters.

Cruise the canal du midi in the South of France aboard Anjodi.

Book 1 Cabin and get the 2nd cabin, on same barge and departure date, at 50% reduction for a cruise beginning on July 2, 2006.

Click here to view Anjodi's electronic brochure.

For more information, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters

EUROPEAN BARGES (UK) - Special offers, discounts

*** LAST MINUTE SUMMER PRICES FOR SUMMER 2006 ***

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDER: Inverness (Loch Ness) area of Scotland. Book 1 Cabin and get the 2nd cabin, on same barge and departure date, at 50% reduction on the following cruises beginning on:

• June 4, 2006
• June 11, 2006
• July 16, 2006
• July 23, 2006
• August 27, 2006

MAGNA CARTA: Thames river cruise, London England. Book 1 Cabin and get the 2nd cabin, on same barge and departure date, at 50% reduction on the following cruises beginning on:

• June 4, 2006
• June 18, 2006
• June 25, 2006
• July 2, 2006
• July 16, 2006
• August 13, 2006
• August 27, 2006

MAGNA CARTA: Thames river cruise, London England. $1000 (or £500) discount PER PERSON (Discount is based on 2 people sharing a suite) for cruises beginning on:

• June 25, 2006
• July 9, 2006
• August 6, 2006

For SCOTTISH HIGHLANDER's electronic brochure: CLICK HERE
For MAGNA CARTA's electronic brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for more information.

Charter Yacht THREE MOONS - $1000 discount

Three Moons is a beautiful 72-foot charter yacht with a crew of three, owned and operated by Shelley & Randy Tucker.

Three Moons is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to eight guests in four cabins each with their own ensuite heads/shower.

For an 8-day/7-night charter occuring between November 8-16, 2006 and November 27 through December 15, 2006, Three Moons is offering a $1000 discount off their normal rates of:

• $13,000 for up to 4 guests (i.e. only $12,000 after discount)
• $15,000 for 6 guests
• $17,000 for 8 guests

Three Moons is a ten-time winner for various Culinary Competitions and they have published several cookbooks. Besides great food and hospitality, Three Moons offers a complimentary foot massage! You may wish to check out Shelley's Sea Spa services, as well.

We hope you will take advantage of this special offer and be pampered aboard Three Moons.

Click here to view Three Moon's electronic brochure.

For more information, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters.

Catamaran LADY ANNE - Final Charter Season 2006/7

This morning we visited the charter catamaran Lady Anne. They are currently at anchor on the French side of the lagoon in St. Martin... about a 5-minute dinghy ride from us.

Lady Anne 2, owned and operated by the delightful French couple Patrick & Pascale Gomilla, is a comfortable and spacious 47-foot Jeanneau Lagoon catamaran that can accommodate up to six guests in three air-conditioned cabins (2 Queens, 1 Double), each with ensuite bathrooms. Enjoy activities such as diving, snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, exploring pristine beaches and more.

Lady Anne is available for charter this summer (2006) in the Grenadines, Venezuela, and the San Blas islands.

Patrick & Pascale plan to end their Caribbean charter season mid-April 2007, so now is the time to book Lady Anne while they still have good availability. Lady Anne will then sail to the South Pacific.

Come relax and experience the good life that awaits you on Lady Anne 2.

Click here to view the electronic brochure for Lady Anne 2.

For more information, contact PARADISE CONNECTIONS YACHT CHARTERS.

Cricket World Cup 2007 - Caribbean Yacht Charters, Grenada-Barbados

Charter a yacht for your group to follow the 2007 Cricket World Cup in the West Indies of the Caribbean.

Cuan Law, the 105-foot trimaran, are available for the Cricket World Cup 2007 for a 20-person, 16-night charter beginning 13 April 2007 in St. Georges, Grenada and finishing up on 29 April 2007 in Bridgetown, Barbados. An alternative pick-up point is Rodney Bay, St. Lucia.

For this special 16-night charter for a group of 20, the charter fee will be approximately $160,000 to $165,000 (US Dollars). This rate includes lodging, all meals, bar and beverages aboard Cuan Law, cruising taxes/harbour fees, crew gratuity, delivery fees. It does not include dockage or personal communications. Please inquire with Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for details.

Cuan Law, the world's large sailing trimaran at 105 feet, is air conditioned and accommodates up to 20 guests in 10 staterooms, each with ensuite toilet and shower facilities. Guest staterooms can be configured with either Queen-sized beds or Twins.

Besides this special Cricket World Cup 2007 tour charter, Cuan Law charters in the British Virgin Islands and also St. Maarten / St. Martin, including Saba. Specialty charters include PADI Dive Instructor Courses a couple of times a year. Cuan Law offers "full-boat" private charters and also individual cabin charters where you share the yacht with others. Cuan Law is best known for their dive charters but diving is not a must! There are plenty of other activities as well!

Please contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for more details concerning chartering the trimaran Cuan Law for your next sailing and diving vacation.

Charter a sail boat in the SOUTH PACIFIC this summer

IRISHMAN, a 92-foot Alden ketch, is beginning a world tour through Panama and into the South Pacific where they will be chartering this summer.

Join Harold and Shirley, plus their two crew, aboard this lovely sailing yacht for for your special sailing vacation this summer.

IRISHMAN accommodates up to six guests in three cabins for $30,000/week, plus all expenses. There is a 12% tax in the South Pacific, but the first two bookings will receive a 50% discount on this fee.

IRISHMAN is currently in the Caribbean but will be chartering:

• MAY 2006: Marquesas Islands
• JUNE, JULY, AUGUST 2006: Tuamotus and the Tahiti/Bora Bora areas
• SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER 2006: Cook and Fiji Islands
• NOVEMBER 2006: Fiji and New Zealand

For more information contact PARADISE CONNECTIONS YACHT CHARTERS.