Charter Motoryacht McGregor this season

We received a newsletter from Tim & Julie of McGregor this morning... Here it is: (click the image to make it larger)



View MacGregor's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections: CLICK HERE

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

Catamaran Available For New Years Charter

Due to a cancellation, the 4-cabin (8 guests), 58-foot catamaran MOON SHADOW is available for in the British Virgin Islands for a New Years charter beginning on December 28th or thereafter.



We don't expect this opportunity to last very long as the 8-pax cats have been booked up for New Years for quite some time! So don't hesitate... JUST DO IT :)

NEW YEARS CHARTER RATES:

• $23,751/wk for up to 8 guests, all-inclusive

View MOON SHADOW's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections to book your holiday sailing vacation: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com
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Catamaran AMARYLLIS - Early season discount

The charter catamaran AMARYLLIS, a 45-foot Privilege catamaran, is offering an early season special!

AMARYLLIS is offering a $750 discount for 7-night (or more) yacht charters taking place before December 15, 2008. Currently open for Thanksgiving!



Laura and Bruce, owner-operators of Amaryllis recently sent us this announcement:

AMARYLLIS is ideal for two couples or families of four. Our all-inclusive rate is $10,000. With 20 years experience sailing in the VI, we know we can provide our guests with the vacation they've dreamed of, whether they are first time visitors to the VI or repeat charterers looking to revisit favorite spots and discover new ones. We offer the best in food and drink and a variety of water sports including snorkeling, wind-surfing, kayaking, tubing (for the kids) and a complementary rendezvous dive.

We are looking forward to visiting Amaryllis when we sail up to the Virgin Islands at the end of this month, and of course, at the St. Thomas charter yacht show, too. Bruce is from Seattle so we'll have lots to talk about on that front :)

Charter Catamaran AMARYLLIS offers FREE dive

The charter catamaran Amaryllis, a 45-foot Privilege, is offering a dive promotion for their 2008/9 charter season.



From Bruce & Laura, owner-operators of Amaryllis:

As a promotion for the 2008/2009 season we will be offering our guests a free rendezvous dive. We love rendezvous diving because our diving-certified guests get to go for a two-tank dive with professionals who can give them a first-rate diving experience and we can attend to our non-diving guests, taking them to a beach or snorkel spot or secluded anchorage. It's win-win for everyone. No sitting on a mooring at a rolly dive site waiting for divers. Everyone gets full attention and a day tailored to their interests.

AMARYLLIS is a 45-foot, Privilege catamaran that accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 cabins.

View their online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

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

Have an OYSTER for Christmas 2008 - Caribbean Yacht Charter Holiday Sailing Vacation

For those of you who would like to spend the Christmas and/or New Year's holidays aboard a luxury crewed Oyster charter yacht, you are in luck!

We still have a few exceptional Oysters available for the Christmas & New Years 2008-2009 holiday season.

• For up to 4 guests:

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VENTURE - Oyster 62: Availability: Caribbean, Open for Christmas AND New Years Holiday Rate: (plus bar & beverages) $15,400 for 2 guests $16,500 for 4 guests Online brochure: CLICK HERE

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• For up to 6 guests:

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BLUE DESTINY - Oyster 655: Availability: British Virgin Islands, open from Dec.26th Holiday Rate: (plus bar & beverages) £11,550 for 2 guests £12,100 for 4 guests £12,650 for 6 guests Online brochure: CLICK HERE

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FLYING DUCKMAN - Oyster 655: Availability: Grenadines, Open from Dec.28th Holiday Rate: (plus bar & beverages) £11,550 for 2 guests £12,100 for 4 guests £12,650 for 6 guests Online brochure: CLICK HERE

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KOLUKA - Oyster 72: Availability: Antigua, Open for Christmas AND New Years Holiday Rate: (Plus ALL expenses) £15,400 for up to 6 guests Online brochure: CLICK HERE

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OCEANA - Oyster 82: Availability: British Virgin Islands, Open from Dec.26th Holiday Rate: (Plus ALL Expenses) £17,600 for up to 6 guests Online brochure: CLICK HERE

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RATES / Terms:

• PLUS BAR/BEVERAGES: Inclusive of the charter fee is the yacht, food, and crew. Extra are expenses for bar, communications [your use of the yacht's satellite or mobile phone] , fuel [in excess of four hours engine running time], marina-type berthing, and cruising taxes.
• PLUS ALL EXPENSES: Inclusive of the charter fee is the yacht, and crew. Provisions for guests, running expenses, including fuel, are extra.

To book one of these fine yachts or for more information, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

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

BOOK NOW
and
HAVE A HAPPY HOLIDAY!

:)

SAVE 20% on Catamaran Charters in October and December 2008

Take advantage of this special offer and save 20% on an all-inclusive, crewed catamaran charter for selected weeks in October and December 2008.



OCTOBER 22-29, 2008 - BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS

Encore, Moon Shadow, and Wild Thing are still currently available for this special week in October.

Online brochures:

• ENCORE (50-foot cat / 4 cabins / 2 crew)
• MOON SHADOW (58-foot cat / 4 cabins / 2 crew)
• WILD THING (58-foot cat / 4 cabins / 2 crew)

DECEMBER 9-16, 2008 - BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS

Encore, Seas the Moment, and Moon Shadow are still currently available for this special week in December.

Online brochures:

• ENCORE (50-foot cat / 4 cabins / 2 crew)
• SEAS THE MOMENT (50-foot cat / 4 cabins / 2 crew)
• MOON SHADOW (58-foot cat / 4 cabns / 2 crew)

RATES:

Encore & Seas the Moment:

• Standard rates: 2&3=$13300 / 4=$14308 / 6=$15673 / 8=$17465
  
• 20% off: 2&3=$10,640 / 4=$11,447 / 6=$12,539 / 8=$13,972
  

Moon Shadow & Wild Thing:

• Standard rates: up to 6=$19,733 / 7=$20,433 / 8=$21,077
  
• 20% off: up to 6=$15,787 / 7=$16,347 / 8=$16,862
  

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Don't miss out on this great opportunity!
Contact Paradise Connections: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com
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MAROLANGA - Additional charter comments

We posted comments from the Wilcox family charter a few days ago (see the post a bit down the page) but then we asked Steve for comments about Sasha the cat, and also about his kids...

"I meant to mention Sasha in the other message. He was remarkably well behaved and a delight to have as a member of the crew! The boys were never bored and were worn out by bedtime! Sleeping on the trampolines under the stars was the best! Attached are a few pics!
- Steve"

Sasha is a super ship's cat!






Marcella & Gus with the Wilcox kids


Marcella & Gus with the parents.

Thanks again Gus & Marcella for another happy charter. We know we can always depend on you!

View Marolanga's online brochures: CLICK HERE and HERE TOO

Contact Paradise Connections for more information on chartering and to book Marolanga: CLICK HERE

Visit our website: http://www.paradiseconnections.com/
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SHINING STAR Lower charter rates for new season

The charter motoryacht Shining Star, has lowered their rates for the new charter season, and up to two kids under the age of 12 can come along for free.



SHINING STAR is a fully air conditioned, 58-foot DeFever motor yacht which accommodates up to 6 guests in three cabins with ensuite heads; two with full Queen berths, and the other with a Queen V-berth (not bunks as shown in layout diagram).

Shining Star has a 15-foot dinghy with a 60HP 4-stroke motor, waterskis, tube, wakeboard, two-person kayak, fishing gear, snorkel equipment, etc. Mike is a dive instructor and diving is included in their rates for both certified and non-certified divers.

ALL-INCLUSIVE RATES:

• $10,000/wk for 2 guests
• $11,000/wk for 3 guests
• $12,000/wk for 4 guests
• $13,000/wk for 5 guests
• $14,000/wk for 6 guests

1 or 2 kids under the age of 12 are free. (If it is a 6-person charter with 2 free kids, the crew takes one of the cabins and the kids can have the pull-out Queen in the salon).

SHINING STAR is available for CHRISTMAS and NEW YEARS.

View Shining Star's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for more information: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com
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Drumbeat News - First Grandchild - UPDATE

We received an email today from Vince and Linda, owner-operators of the charter yacht Drumbeat.

They became first-time grandparents on Monday... CONGRATULATIONS!

Here's a photo with Vince and his new grandchild... More details later!

UPDATE: It's a girl! Emily Brooke, weighing in at 8-lb. 2-oz
Linda says that they are trying their best to spoil her before they return to the Virgin Islands in October.



Drumbeat is one of our favorite charter yachts. Drumbeat is a 72/65-foot Irwin with a crew of three: Owner-Operators Vince & Linda, and their popular crewmember, Kirk! Vince is a dive instructor and offers 5 dives/week including gear, also for "Resort" divers.

You can see our other posts by typing "Drumbeat" in the search box above, or click this link:
http://allaboutyachtcharters.blogspot.com/search?q=drumbeat

View Drumbeat's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections to charter Drumbeat: CLICK HERE

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

Remember, you saw it here first :)
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Catamaran MAROLANGA - Guests Charter Comments

This morning we received a lovely email from a family we had aboard the catamaran MAROLANGA this summer (July 2008). Here are their charter comments:

Hi Guys!

Hard to believe it has been 2 months since our trip! We are all still telling friends what a total blast it was. A totally unique vacation experience! The boat was comfortable and Gus and Marcella were wonderful hosts. Very accommodating in every respect. They made every day fun and exciting and the food was awesome. They showed us all the best places and we went where the bigger ship can't, exactly what we wanted.

With their extensive experience in the area, they knew all the best spots. Gus is a very competent and experienced sailor and he made us feel very safe the entire time. Every day was tailored to just what we wanted to do. There was plenty to do for all of us, even if we wanted to do nothing!

We would, without reservation, highly recommend the boat and crew to anyone considering this trip. There are lots of choices available to be sure but we can't imagine having a better time! Gus and Marcella are totally committed to their guests having a great time and they deliver. We plan on doing this again in the coming years.

Thanks for all your help in planning the trip too. The whole process was easy. All we had to do was show up at the marina and the rest was taken care of. How great!

Thanks for everything!

Steve, Barat, Matthew and Mark

MAROLANGA is one of our favorite charter yachts. Gus & Marcella are such a warm couple. They make you feel very comfortable and welcome aboard their home, Marolanga. And Sasha, the ship's Persian cat, completes the family feeling.

Unfortunately (for you!) Marolanga is already booked for Thanksgiving 2008, and this Christmas and New Years, too. They are currently open for Easter and possibly for your kids' spring break depending on dates. Contact us for availability!

View Marolanga's online brochures: CLICK HERE and HERE TOO

Contact Paradise Connections for more information on chartering and to book Marolanga: CLICK HERE

Visit our website: http://www.paradiseconnections.com/
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PROMENADE - Sail Dive BVI Cabin Cruise Spring 2009

The popular BVI sail / dive trimaran PROMENADE is almost fully booked for next season (2008/9) but Kerry has opened up one week especially for a cabin cruise charter in the British Virgin Islands from March 29th through April 4, 2009.

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This is a wonderful opportunity for couples (especially divers) to charter such a fun yacht with oodles of toys and lots of space for an affordable rate.

There are currently 4 cabins available. The cabin rate for this 6-night charter is $3,600 for 2 people (not each person).

BOOK NOW!!!

OPEN DATES for private charters, current availability for 2009:

• Jan. 30 - Feb 6 (Friday - Friday)
• March 29 - April 4 (Sunday - Saturday) - CABIN CRUISE
  
• April 4-11 (late Saturday - Saturday) - Hold on dates, NOT confirmed
  
• May 23-30 (Saturday - Saturday) Hold on dates, NOT confirmed
• June 28 - July 5 (Sunday - Sunday)
  

Promenade plans to close their calendar between July 15th and Thanksgiving 2009, but Kerry says to go ahead and inquire... it never hurts to ask :)

View PROMENADE's online brochures: CLICK HERE and 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 :)

Charter SHINING STAR has a Special Discount SEPT 2008

The motor yacht SHINING STAR has had a cancellation and would like to offer that week at a special discounted rate.



Book a full-week, 7-night all-inclusive charter September 24 - October 1, 2008, for only $9,000. That is a $5000 savings from their normal 4-person rate of $14,000.

Shining Star is an air conditioned, 58-foot DeFever motor yacht, and has two guest cabins with Queen berths and ensuite heads.

View SHINING STAR's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for more information: CLICK HERE

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

For those of you with a larger budget and a larger party, perhaps you'd like to consider TITAN... 30,000 euro discount for charters in September 2008. See post below, or CLICK HERE.

Learn to Sail in the Virgin Islands aboard ISLANDER

Islander, a 46-foot Irwin staysail ketch, just wrote to us to announce that Charlie is now a certified ASA Sailing Instructor.



Charlie can now certify students in basic, cruising, bareboat, and navigation. He loves teaching and he's been busy giving sailing lessons this summer in New York.

Patti also mentioned that Islander's interior has been completely redecorated and that they now have an iPod/MP3 interface so guests can bring their own music and have it broadcast through Islander's sound system.

We are looking forward to seeing Charlie, Patti, and BC the cat, this November in the Virgin Islands.

View ISLANDER's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for more info: CLICK HERE

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

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 :)

LOOKING FOR A CARIBBEAN OYSTER FOR CHRISTMAS 2008?

For those of you who would like to spend the Christmas and/or New Year holidays aboard a luxury crewed Oyster charter yacht, you're in luck!

We still have a few exceptional Oysters available in the Caribbean for the Christmas & New Years 2008-2009 holiday season.

• For up to 4 guests:

DORADO - Oyster 62: Availability: Caribbean, Open Holiday Rate: £8,250 for 2 guests, £8,800 for 4 guests, plus bar/beverages Online brochure: http://www.charterbrochure.com/dorado/

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VENTURE - Oyster 62: Availability: Caribbean, Open Holiday Rate: $15,400 for 2 guests, $16,500 for 4 guests, plus bar/beverages Online brochure: http://www.charterbrochure.com/venture/

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• For up to 6 guests:

BLUE DESTINY - Oyster 655: Availability: British Virgin Islands, beginning December 22 Holiday Rate: £11,550 for 2 guests, £12,100 for 4 guests, £12,650 for 6 guests, plus bar/beverages Online brochure: http://www.charterbrochure.com/bluedestiny/

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FLYING DUCKMAN - Oyster 655: Availability: Caribbean, Open Holiday Rate: £11,550 for 2 guests, £12,100 for 4 guests, £12,650 for 6 guests, plus bar/beverages Online brochure: http://www.charterbrochure.com/flyingduckman/

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OCEANA - Oyster 82: Availability: Caribbean, Open Holiday Rate: £17,600 for up to 6 guests, plus all expenses Online brochure: http://www.charterbrochure.com/oceana/

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• RATES / Terms:

PLUS BAR/BEVERAGES: Inclusive of the charter fee is the yacht, food, and crew. Extra are expenses for bar, communications [your use of the yacht's satellite or
mobile phone] , fuel [in excess of four hours engine running time], marina-type berthing, and cruising taxes.

PLUS ALL EXPENSES: Inclusive of the charter fee is the yacht, and crew. Provisions for guests, running expenses, including fuel, are extra.

To book one of these fine yachts or for more information, contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters: CLICK HERE

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

HAVE A HAPPY HOLIDAY!
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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

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