Saturday, December 31, 2011

EAGLES NEST: Special offer for the Caribbean 2012

The charter yacht EAGLES NEST, a 98-foot MCP motor yacht, is offering a special rate of $38,000/wk (plus all expenses) for Caribbean charters.




Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book EAGLES NEST
View Eagles Nest's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


Friday, December 30, 2011

January 2012 Special Offer: Secret Spot in the Bahamas

The charter yacht Secret Spot, a 106-foot Lazzara motoryacht, has a special rate for week-long (or more) charters taking place in January 2012. Secret Spot is based in Nassau, Bahamas.

Charter Yacht SECRET SPOT - Crewed Bahamas Yacht Charters

SPECIAL JANUARY 2012 RATE: $44,500/wk, plus all expenses


Available Nassau, Bahamas
Sleeps 8 Guests in 4 Staterooms plus Office/Study off the Master with a sleep sofa that can accommodate 2 guests.
Sat/Local TV
DVD, Stereo with DVD & CD Libraries
Games Console including Nintendo Wii, Wii Fit, Wii Resort, Wii Circus, Super Mario Bros
Board Games & Beach Games
Spacious flybridge area w/Deck Jacuzzi
2 Waverunners, Kayaks, Towing Ring
Airbed, wakeboard, water skis, snorkel gear
12' Floating Trampoline
Hammocks
BBQ
Swim Platform, Deck Shower
17' Novurania tender
32' Jupiter rigged for fishing

    A nice way to begin the new year... Looking forward to your inquiries!

    Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book SECRET SPOT
    View Secret Spot's online brochure
    For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


    Thursday, December 29, 2011

    Motor Yacht BANYAN - Bahamas/ Florida / Florida Keys

    The charter yacht BANYAN, a 102-foot Palmer Johnson classic, is available for charter in Florida, the Florida Keys, and the Bahamas.

    Charter Yacht Banyan - Florida, Florida Keys & Bahamas Yacht Charters


    Sleeps 6 - VIP remodeled w/Queen Bed
    Cinema Screen - movies under the stars
    Sat TV plus DVD & CD Libraries
    17' Nautica Tender
    Three Vespa Scooters
    Four Dahon Bicycles
    Sport Fishing Chair & Fishing Equipment
    Treadmill
    37' Intrepid available for an additional cost
    Winter Location: Florida/Bahamas

    Rate: $ 29,900 - $ 33,000/week, plus all expenses


    Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book BANYAN
    View Banyan's online brochure
    For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


    Wednesday, December 28, 2011

    Last minute special offer: Catamaran Silver Moon

    The charter yacht SILVER MOON, a 44-foot Voyage catamaran, has a last minute special offer of TEN nights for the price of SEVEN.

    Catamaran Silver Moon - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters - Virgin Islands Sailing Vacations

    Book a charter aboard the catamaran Silver Moon to take place between January 16th and January 27th 2012 (11-night window) and receive up to 10 nights for the price of 7 nights.  We know it’s last minute, but it’s a GREAT DEAL!
    RATES:
    • 2 guests: $8600
    • 3 guests: $9200
    • 4 guests: $9800
    • 5 guests: $10,500
    • 6 guests: $11,100
    • One child under 12 years old can sail for free on 7-night (or more) charters in the Virgin Islands
    See our recent post (December 19, 2011) about Silver Moon.


    American Airlines sent us an email this afternoon about their special airfares:
    • Purchase your ticket by next Monday, January 2, 2012
    • Valid for travel between January 7 and May 16, 2012
    See aa.com: Travel Deals > Special Offers > U.S. Flight Deals > Low Fares to Start the New Year ... Here's the link

    We plugged in JFK and STT for January 18-27, 2012 and we found a NON-STOP, round-trip flight for $440.10. Depart at 9am and arrive at 2pm... Cool!

    Click image to enlarge

    The above flight is for the base rate of $195 one way x 2. They also had less expensive flights of $155 & $165 if you were willing to stop in MIAmi or SJUan.

    Hope you can take advantage of this special deal... Contact us ASAP as there's not much time.


    Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book SILVER MOON
    View Silver Moon's online brochure
    For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


    Monday, December 26, 2011

    Welcome ANTARES to the charter yacht fleet

    We would like to welcome ANTARES, a 48-foot Gulfstar motoryacht, to the Virgin Islands yacht charter fleet.

    Charter Yacht Antares - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters - Virgin Islands Sailing Vacations

    Antares has a special introductory rate of only $6500/wk for 2-person charters. They have a very nice aft master cabin with a walk-around Queen berth and ensuite head with tub.

    Antares is based in the Spanish Virgin Islands, and are available for charter in the Spanish, US, and British Virgin Islands.

    Diane & Allen

    Antares is a 48-foot Gulfstar motoryacht with a crew of two, plus Birdy the parrot and Mandy the dog, a cute little Maltese. We hope to have photos of the non-human crew soon :)


    Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book ANTARES
    View Antares's online brochure
    For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


    Sunday, December 25, 2011

    Charter Yacht Fidelity: 10% off... BOOK NOW

    'Tis the season!

    Book a 2012 yacht charter on Fidelity, a 46-foot Jeanneau sloop, before December 31, 2011 and [special offer has expired].

     Charter Yacht Fidelity - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters - Virgin Islands Sailing Vacations

    Fidelity is under new ownership this year and has undergone an extensive refit this summer, including:
    Fidelity's crew
    • Air conditioning with private controls in guest cabins
    • Water purification system... no need for bottled water
    • New electric, fresh-water heads in both guest cabins
    • New linens & dishes
    • New rigging
    • New marine electronics
    Fidelity is a 46-foot Jeanneau sloop with a crew of two. The yacht is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 4 guests in 2 cabins with ensuite heads. The forward cabin is large and has a walkaround Queen berth.

    Please note that Fidelity is a smoke-free yacht.

    Give yourself a Christmas present! Book before the end of 2011 and save!


    Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book FIDELITY
    View Fidelity's online brochure
    For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


    Friday, December 23, 2011

    HAPPY HOLIDAYS !

    Today is the first day of winter... where did the year go?


    The holidays are now upon us with friends and families getting together and talking about their upcoming sailing vacation plans. We are available 24/7, like always, throughout the holidays as well. So, if you have a question or would like to start planning your yacht charter, don't hestitate to contact us.

    If you are interested in a European barge charter, whether for an individual cabin or for a private, whole boat cruise, be sure to check out the current specials HERE.

    Looking forward to assisting you!

    Seasons Greetings from Paradise Connections


    Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters
    For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


    Thursday, December 22, 2011

    Charter Yacht XIUMA - Welcome to the fleet

    We are pleased to welcome s/y XIUMA, a 55-foot Oyster, to the Caribbean yacht charter fleet. She is owner-operated by Virginia Lee (chef) and her partner Jonathan Wehrung (captain). The name XIU-MA (pronounced shoo-mah) is comprised of two Chinese characters which translates into English as "Elegant Horse".

    Charter Yacht XIUMA - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters - Virgin Islands Sailing Vacations

    XIUMA has twice circumnavigated the globe, crossing all of the world's oceans. She has won the Sydney to Hobart race two times in the cruising class with her former owner under her previous name, "Capricco of Rhu".

    Known for her sailing performance, she is as elegant as she is fast! As a charter yacht she continues to sail at 8-9 knots even fully loaded with cruising gear and wine!


    XIUMA is best suited for two guests or families of four using any two of the three cabins. The spacious, full-width master cabin (aft) has a walk-around queen berth, ensuite electric head and stall shower. The two forward cabins share a electric head and shower. One cabin (forward) has a double V-berth, while the other (starboard) has upper and lower single berths. Virginia has chosen some very elegant custom bedding making the guest cabins even more inviting and luxurious.

    Jonathan is definitely an adventure-loving captain. He is certified to teach sailing, wakeboarding, waterskiing, and also snow-skiing and snowboarding! 

    2011-12 RATES: All inclusive, 8 days / 7 nights
    • 2 guests : $5800/wk
    • 3 guests : $6000/wk
    • 4 guests : $6200/wk
    • 5-6 guests: Inquire, family only
    • Special : One child, aged 7 or under, sails free (minimum 7-night charter
    XIUMA is available for charter in the Virgin Islands this winter and plans to be in the Grenadines during the summer months.


    Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book XIUMA
    View Xiuma's online brochure
    For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


    Wednesday, December 21, 2011

    Charter Catamaran Safari: $1000 discount thru mid-February 2012

    Feels a little bit like Christmas! The charter yacht SAFARI, a Lagoon 440 catamaran, has a special offer of a $1000 discount off their normal charter rates for full-week charters taking place between now and February 17, 2012 (new bookings only).

    Catamaran Safari - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters - Virgin Island Sailing Vacations


    SPECIAL RATES (December 21, 2011 - February 17, 2012), all inclusive
    • 2 guests: $9,700/wk
    • 4 guests: $10,700/wk
    • 6 guests: $11,700/wk

    The charter yacht Safari is a 44-foot Lagoon catamaran with a crew of two. The yacht is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 6 guests (inquire for 7 & 8, if family) in 3 guests cabins, each with Queen berths, and private ensuite head/shower.


    Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book SAFARI
    View Safari's online brochure
    For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


    Tuesday, December 20, 2011

    Charter Catamaran LADY BOU BOU - Welcome to the fleet

    We would like to welcome the newly launched LADY BOU BOU, a 2011 Lagoon 620 catamaran designed by Van Peteghem & Lauriot Prevost, to the charter yacht fleet.

    Catamaran Lady Bou Bou - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters - Virgin Islands Sailing Vacations

    Lady Bou Bou is a 62-foot Lagoon catamaran with a crew of three. The yacht is the luxury owners version, fully air conditioned, and accommodates up to 6 guests in three cabins with ensuite private heads. The master stateroom has a walkaround king berth, the VIP stateroom has a walkaround queen berth, and the third guest stateroom has two twin berths.

    Lady Bou Bou has a 16-foot dinghy with 60HP motor, waterskis, tube, wakeboard, snorkel gear, fishing equipment, satellite TV, DVD, games console, wifi, etc...

    RATES: Winter 2011-12, Caribbean - ALL INCLUSIVE
    • 2 guests: $24,500/wk
    • 4 guests: $26,500/wk
    • 6 guests: $28,500/wk
    Lady Bou Bou will be having a photo shoot soon.


    Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book LADY BOU BOU
    View Lady Bou Bou's online brochure
    For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


    Monday, December 19, 2011

    Catamaran SILVER MOON... Welcome aboard!

    The new crew of Silver Moon, a 44-foot Voyage catamaran, has been busy getting the yacht ready for the 2011-12 charter season.

    Catamaran Silver Moon - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters - Virgin Islands Sailing Vacations

    Bob and Maggie Daigle on SILVER MOON have been working at a fever pitch and have made some great improvements to the boat including the following:

    IMPROVEMENTS:
    • A brand new 6KW Northern Lights generator enables them to now run the air conditioning anytime, anywhere and also charge batteries without running the main engines.
    • A huge sun shade was made for the foredeck which covers the trampolines and makes for a wonderful lounging, socializing and napping area.
    • A fresh water shower was added on the foredeck so guests can rinse off when they come up the fabulous drop down steps.
    • They have polished the boat from top to bottom.
    • Maggie has been decorating (including new linens) and the cabins look wonderful and inviting.

    NEW TOYS:
    • HD Hero2 underwater video camera
    • High-power underwater light for fish watching
    • Sky Scout
    • A tube for pulling behind the dinghy
    • (2) sets of tennis gear
    • (2) Guitars, harmonica and rhythm maker

    Silver Moon is a 44-foot Voyage catamaran with a crew of two, Bob & Maggie Daigle. The yacht is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 queen cabins with ensuite head/shower. Silver Moon has a 14-foot center console dinghy with a 50HP motor, tube, 2-person kayak, tennis equipment, musical instruments (2 guitars, harmonica, rhythm maker) and song books, snorkel equipment, fishing gear, hammock, flat screen TV with DVD, etc...

    RATES: 
    • 2 guests: $8600/wk
    • 4 guests: $9800/wk
    • 6 guests: $11,100/wk
    • One child under 12 years old sails for free on 7-nights (or more) charters in the Virgin Islands
    Silver Moon will be chartering up in New England this summer (2012)... All inclusive rate !!!


    Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book SILVER MOON
    View Silver Moon's online brochure
    For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com