Schooner Bonnie Lynn - Maine & New England Charters Sept 2008

Bonnie Lynn, the popular 72-foot schooner, is available for the last part of September for either a Maine to Newport trip (including an overnight sail, if you wish, with plenty of pretty stops along the way), or a Newport/Newport charter.

Sail along the island-dotted coast of Maine on the 72' Schooner Bonnie Lynn, designed, built and skippered by her captain, Earl MacKenzie, who grew up on his father's lobster boat in Maine. Earl and Bonnie, his wife and co-captain, have skippered charter boats in Maine for some 20 years and give their guests an authentic Down East experience. Bonnie is a caring hostess and a very accomplished cook - just wait 'til you taste her seafood, lobster & chowder!



BONNIE LYNN provides flexible accommodations for six in three cabins with double and single berths. There are two full guest baths. For privacy, the en suite crew quarters are aft of the salon. Many guests, especially families, come back time and again to sail among Maine's islands and enjoy the warm, relaxed atmosphere onboard.

Summer 2008 rates: (inclusive except bar & dockage)

• $9,500/wk for 2 guests
• $11,000/wk for 4 guests
• $12,000/wk for 6 guests

View Bonnie Lynn's brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections to book or for more info: CLICK HERE

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PROMENADE IS QUICKLY FILLING UP!

WARNING: Promenade, one of our most popular charter boats, only has a few weeks still available for next year...

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OPEN DATES, current availability for 2009:

• Jan. 30 - Feb 6 (Friday to Friday)
• March 1-8 (Sunday to Sunday) Hold on dates, NOT confirmed
• March 29 - April 4 (Sunday to Saturday)
• April 12-19 (Sunday to Sunday)
• April 28 - May 9
• May 16-22 (Saturday to Friday ) Hold on dates, NOT confirmed
• June 7-30

Promenade plans to close their calendar between July 1st and October 30th 2009, but Kerry says to go ahead and inquire... it never hurts to ask :)

CABINS STILL AVAILABLE FOR BVI WRECK WEEK 2008
October 26 - November 1, 2008

PROMENADE is offering a special cabin cruise for this week... An individual cabin booking is a great way for a two people to affordably charter such a large boat. Don't miss this opportunity!

For more information on Promenade's BVI Wreck Week Cruise, CLICK HERE

To book Promenade or for more information, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

The photos in this posting were taken by Promenade and are used by permission. Be nice and do not steal :)

Sail the Grenadines and save 20% Sept-Oct 2008

YES DEAR, a 58-foot, 10-passenger catamaran, is offering a 20% discount for charters in the Grenadines this September and October 2008.



Currently available September 1 - October 24, 2008 in the Grenadines.

BOOK NOW AND SAVE MORE: Book by July 31st and beat their price increase that goes in effect August 1st.

All-inclusive rates include: yacht, captain & chef/hostess, all on-board meals, beverages & standard ship's bar, air conditioning (including overnight), windsurfing, water skiing, wake boarding, snorkeling, kayaking, sailing.

RATES (8 days, 7 nights)

Discounted rates if charter confirmed before August 1, 2008:

• $17,287 (normally $21,609) for up to 8 guests
• $18,771 (normally $23,464) for 9 guests
• $20,250 (normally $25,312) for 10 guests

YES DEAR is currently available for a Christmas charter in the British Virgin Islands!
Open December 13-27, 2008 - INQUIRE

View YES DEAR's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for more info & TO BOOK: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

MITI: available for LES VOILES DES SAINT TROPEZ Sept 2008

MITI, the luxury, 60-foot Sunreef sloop, is available for charter for the amazing rendez-vous of yachts LES VOILES DES SAINT-TROPEZ which will take place in the South of France September 27 through October 4, 2008.



Pamper yourself and experience an unforgettable week on the French Riveria, meeting the biggest sailing yachts in the world for an exceptional rate of 10,000 Euros/wk, plus all expenses.

Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez is an amazing rendezvous of yachts, first run twenty-six years ago as La Nioulargue which was a traditional sailing competition, but now the Voiles de Saint-Tropez has moved upmarket and boasts both a classic yacht race and a modern regatta. The regatta gathers together the most extraordinary modern sailing boats alongside the most beautiful traditional yachts during the first week of October. A host of racers and sailing enthusiasts come from all the corners of the globe to do battle in the bay of Saint Tropez. The Trophée Rolex is awarded to the winner of the Classic Division over 16 meters. Saint-Tropez marks the final stage of the European Prada Challenge for Classic Yachts.

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

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

SUMMER 2008 SPECIAL for Shining Star in the Virgin Islands

The motor yacht Shining Star has a brilliant special summer discount that they are offering through the end of August 2008 for week-long, all-inclusive charters in the Virgin Islands.



$10,000 FOR 7 NIGHTS FOR UP TO 4 GUESTS !!!
This is a $4000 savings over their normal rates.

For family charters, 2 additional kids aged 12 and under are free (they would be guests numbers 5 & 6)

View Shining Star's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

Catamaran ALEXIS returns to charter December 2008

We have just been informed that the catamaran ALEXIS will be returning to charter this December 2008. Welcome back, Geoff and Bambi!



ALEXIS is a 38-foot owner-operated catamaran that accommodates up to 4 guests in two cabins with a shared head/shower.

Amenities include: 10 ft Caribe dinghy with 15hp outboard, 2-person kayak, windsurfer, floating sun cushions, snorkel gear, disposable underwater cameras, two hammocks, DVD Player and selection of movies, etc.

!!! ALEXIS is currently available for CHRISTMAS and NEW YEARS !!!

RATES for 2008/2009: (BVI cruising fees not included)

• 2 guests: $6,500/wk
• 3 guests: $7,500/wk
• 4 guests: $7,900/wk
• Christmas & New Years: $8,690/wk for up to 4 guests (flat rate for 2-4 people)

View the online brochure for Alexis: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for more info: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

Catamaran ANASSA - Caribbean charters Winter 2009

It's official! The Sunreef 62 catamaran ANASSA will be crossing the pond to charter in the Caribbean this coming season, winter 2009.



ANASSA is a 62-foot catamaran with a crew of three. Anassa is fully air conditioned and can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 cabins (plus there are two pullmans in each of the aft cabins for excellent flexibility of berths).

Anassa still has some availability this summer for chartering in Greece!

RATES:

Summer: Greece - 20,000 euros/week, plus all expenses

Winter: Caribbean - All inclusive

• EURO RATE: 21,500 euros/week for up to 8 guests, plus 700 euros/wk for each additional guest
• USD RATE (for US Residents): $33,000/wk for up to 8 guests, plus $1000/wk for each additional guest

ANASSA is just about the ONLY quality 10-passenger catamaran still available for Christmas and New Years! You snooze you lose :)

View ANASSA's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for more info: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconections.com

HOOTER PATROL IV - Summer charters Bahamas / New England

HOOTER PATROL IV, a 97-foot Hargrave, was recently refurbished and is ready for charter for the remainder of July 2008 in the Bahamas and then in New England beginning in August.

Hooter Patrol IV accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 staterooms.



View HOOTER PATROL's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for more info: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

Catamaran DOUCE FRANCE Yacht Charter Indian Ocean

Charter the luxury catamaran, Douce France in the Indian Ocean... Micronesia, Andaman Islands, Thailand, Seychelle Islands, Madagascar...

Douce France
138' Custom Luxury Catamaran
Designer/Builder: Van Peteghem/Prevost

Unsurpassed sailing performance and luxury for 12 guests!

The catamaran DOUCE FRANCE will cruise in Micronesia through October 2008, based in Caroline Island between Yap and Palau. She will be available for charter from 15 August to the end of October in this area.

December 2008 and January 2009, DOUCE FRANCE will be available in the Andaman Sea, along the coast of Thailand. After transiting to the Indian Ocean, she plans to cruise the Seychelle Islands and north of Madagascar for an extended period of time, through March / April 2010.

DOUCE FRANCE is a fully air conditioned, 138-foot luxury catamaran which accommodates a maximum of twelve guests in six equivalent staterooms each with ensuite head/shower. Great flexibility of accommodation for your group as each stateroom can be configured either with a queen bed, or as two single beds.

A French chef, custom Limoges china, professional staff and a wine cellar of 250 bottles of the world’s best wines makes dining on DOUCE FRANCE all you would expect it to be and much, much more.

• RATES & LOCATIONS:
  

August 15-31 2008: Micronesia, based in Caroline Island between Yap and Palau
€100,000/wk, plus all expenses for up to 12 guests

Sept 1 - Oct 31, 2008: Micronesia, based in Caroline Island between Yap and Palau
€90,000/wk, plus all expenses for up to 12 guests



December 1-19, 2008: Andaman Islands
€90,000/wk, plus all expenses for up to 12 guests

December 20 - January 5, 2009: Andaman Islands
€100,000/wk, plus all expenses for up to 12 guests

January 6 - February 28, 2009: Andaman Islands, Indian Ocean
€90,000/wk, plus all expenses for up to 12 guests

March 15 - July 1, 2009: Seychelle Islands, north Madagascar
€90,000/wk, plus all expenses for up to 12 guests

View the online brochure for Douce France: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for more info: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

Douce France is currently available for Christmas & New Years...
How cool would that be???

EUROPEAN BARGES - Special rates for special dates in 2008

Yesterday, we wrote several posts on our Barge Blog about various luxury hotel canal barges in France and Italy who have special offers / discounts for specific weeks in the remaining 2008 season. Click on the barges below to view their post.

• L'Impressionniste
• Savoir Faire
• La Belle Epoque
• Emma
• La Dolce Vita

We hope you will be able to take advantage of one of these special discounts, but if the special weeks don't work for you, there are other open weeks available, inquire!

Remember, it is not too early to book for NEXT year, 2009. Many calendars are already filling up so don't wait too long!

Contact Paradise Connections for more information: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com/barges/

Charter the Seychelles, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Madagascar with DEMOISELLES

Come explore the treasures of the Seychelles aboard S/Y DEMOISELLES, an 88-foot Sparkman & Stephens sloop. with a crew of four.



The Seychelles... One hundred fifteen islands... Four Marine National Parks ... Dozens of world-class dive sites... The one and only SUBIOS Underwater Film Festival... all wrapped up in a vibrant Creole culture!

The 88-foot DESMOISELLES has flexible accommodations for up to eight guests which are suitable for families, couples and singles. Each of her four ensuite cabins can be configured as one double bed or two lower singles, and two of the four cabins have one upper single pullman berth each.

The hard-top covered guest cockpit offers shaded fresh-air dining and lounging while sun lovers will find comfortable cushioned areas on the fore and aft decks.

A career professional, Captain Xavier Cayatte has logged nearly 300,000 nautical miles sailing the oceans of the world with crew and guests from around the globe. His easy charm, professional manner and excellent English put guests at ease from the moment they come aboard.

FYI: English, French and Creole are the official languages in The Seychelles which gained independence from Great Britain in 1976. Air Seychelles operates scheduled flights from London, Paris, and Rome.

SEYCHELLES & INDIAN OCEAN:

• €30,000/wk for up to 8 guests, plus all expenses. Available from August 14 - September 15, 2008

TANZANIA & ZANZIBAR (sounds like a Bing Crosby/ Bob Hope movie)

• €30,000/wk for up to 8 guests, plus all expenses. Available from October 2008 through Easter 2009.

MADAGASCAR

• €32,000/wk for up to 8 guests, plus all expenses (but, 15% VAT included). Available from Easter 2009 throughout Summer 2009

View Demoiselles' online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for more info: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

Catamaran Genesis in Grenadines for Summer charters 2008

We would like to remind you that the catamaran GENESIS, a 47-foot Catana owned and operated by Petr & Stacy Stejskal, is pretty well open for summer 2008 charters in the Grenadines (except Sept.3-18 and Oct.16-23).

Genesis is currently available for Christmas and New Years.



We are very impressed with the crew. We recently had a client with special requests and Stacy really helped us out getting information for us. Gold stars all around!

Genesis 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

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for more info: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

Catamaran BLUE NOTE available in W. Mediterranean Summer 2008

The catamaran BLUE NOTE, a 56-foot Marquise with a crew of two, still has some open weeks this summer in the Western Mediterranean. In October 2008, Blue Note will cross to the Caribbean where this catamaran will be available for the winter, then she might move up to the Bahamas for Summer 2009... inquire.



Blue Note is fully air conditioned and can accommodate up to 8 guests in 4 double cabins each with ensuite head/shower. In September 2007, Blue Note underwent a complete refit and now sports some of the best technical advances in the industry such as:

• Fleet broadband Thrane & Thrane high speed internet access system
• Seatel satellite television plus flat screen TV/DVD/CD in each cabin

They also have new amenities such as:

• Dinghy with 50 hp (four stroke engine)
• Waterski equipment for adults and kids
• Windsurfing with full sets of sails
• Regatta bodyboarding equipment including 3 sails
• Bodyboarding for beginners
• Diving equipment for 4 guests (diving gear with wetsuits, compressor and computers)
• Hobie kayak for 2 guests
• Hobie trimaran
• Snorkeling equipment
• Fishing gear

RATES:

Summer 2008

• Mediterranean: 17,000 euros/week (plus all expenses) for up to 8 guests

Winter 2008/9

• Caribbean: 17,000 euros/week (all inclusive) for up to 8 guests

View BLUE NOTE's online brochure: CLICK HERE
(contact us if it asks you for a password as this link is only good for July 2008)

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

Yacht ISLAND SKIPPER returns for 2009 charter season

Rob & Michele recently announced that they would be chartering ISLAND SKIPPER again for a short time during the 2009 charter season.

Island Skipper, with former owners Rob & Michele as crew, is one of our most popular charter yachts and we are happy that they are back!

They have opened their calendar from December 16, 2008 through March 20, 2009. Island Skipper already has a New Year's charter booked from Dec. 29 through Jan. 12, but everything else is still open... but we don't expect it to remain that way for very long, once we inform all of our repeat clients :)

Island Skipper is a 52-foot Irwin ketch with a crew of two. Island Skipper is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 guest cabins. The master cabin aft is very spacious and has a Queen berth and a private, ensuite head/shower. The other two guest cabins are forward of the salon and they share a head/shower between them. One cabin is the double V-berth and the other guest cabin has twin upper/lower bunks.

Rob is a PADI Dive Master and Island Skipper offers 5+ dives/week to certified divers for $150/diver/week. Gear is included.

Island Skipper has a 14-foot Twin-V dinghy with 40HP motor, kneeboard, tube, 2-man kayak, snorkel equipment, 35mm underwater camera, 2 floating sun mats, double hammock, TV/DVD in salon, 2 power sea scooters, etc...

2009 RATES: 8-day/ 7-night charter, BVI cruising fees/taxes not included

• 2 guests: $7,000/wk
• 3 guests: $7,600/wk
• 4 guests: $8,750/wk
• 5 guests: $9,350/wk
• 6 guests: $9,750/wk

View Island Skipper's online brochure: CLICK HERE

So, let us hear you say "Yes, we want Island Skipper too! Book'Em Danno!"

Contact Paradise Connections for more info: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

2008 SUMMER SPECIAL for m/y ISLAND VOYAGER

The 93-foot Broward motor yacht Island Voyager has a super special offer for this summer.



For new bookings for charters taking place in the Virgin Islands between July 7th and August 15, 2008, Island Voyager is offering a 25% discount!

THAT'S QUITE A SAVINGS...

Island Voyager has a crew of three, is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 6 guests in three cabins: one King, one Queen, and one with 2 lower Twins (not upper/lower bunks), each with private ensuite heads.

Diving: Laura is a dive instructor and 4 dives/week are included in their rates. More dives are available at an additional rate... inquire.

Their list of amenities include: 17' Tender w/110hp outboard, Fishing Gear, Beach Games, Snorkel Gear, Water Skis, Kneeboard, 3 Kayaks, Floating Mats, Satellite TV and Radio, Unlimited onboard Internet available through out the BVI's, etc...

RATES for July 7-August 15, 2008:

2 guests: $25,250 NOW ONLY $18,937.50
3 guests: $25,375 NOW ONLY $19,031.25
4 guests: $25,500 NOW ONLY $19,125.00
5 guests: $25,750 NOW ONLY $19,312.50
6 guests: $26,000 NOW ONLY $19,500.00

Currently available for Christmas and New Years!

View ISLAND VOYAGER's online brochures: CLICK HERE and HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for more info: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

Catamaran REACTION - Same great crew for 2009 season

We were so happy when Ian & Polly wrote to tell us that they will be crewing the 55-foot Lagoon catamaran REACTION for the upcoming 2009 season. They are such a great pair! We always know that they will give their best for their guests.

They have a charter next week and then they are closed until November. Yes, I know it's not even the 4th of July yet, but it is not too soon to book a sailing vacation for next season. Winter will be here before you know it :)

Reaction has a new 15-foot center console dinghy with fresh-water shower! Here's a picture of Polly enjoying her new Caribe...

Ian and Polly are excited about the major refit they have planned for the interior of ReAction this autumn which will include new windows, and new head and wall linings.

Currently (July 2, 2008) ReAction is still available for a CHRISTMAS charter through December 27th. This would be an excellent choice for a family vacation... so don't wait any longer! Talk about it over your July 4th BBQ and pop us an email saying "book'em Danno!"

View ReAction's online brochures: CLICK HERE and HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for more info: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

New England & Chesapeake Charters - SILVER SEAS

The 107-foot Burger motor yacht SILVER SEAS, is available for charter in New England and Chesapeake Bay.



Silver Seas is currently available for New England charters. They have a booking for Newport August 1-12, 2008 and then they plan to relocate to Annapolis, MD in late August/ early September.

107' Pristine Elegant Burger Motor Yacht
Ideal Yacht for an Elegant Cruise
Capt. Tim Merrick and crew are standing by
Sleeps 8 guests in 4 staterooms
Weekly rate: $38,000 + expenses

View SILVER SEA's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for more info: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com