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 MAUNI - Charter Belize this winter

Looking for a different Caribbean location for your sailing vacation this year? How about a yacht charter in Belize aboard the beautiful 62-foot Sunreef catamaran, MAUNI.



RATE: for up to 6 guests, inclusive of food, beverages and fuel

• $28,000/wk (Applicable for US residents only, for other countries, please see Euro rate)
• 20,000 euros/wk

As you can see, the large master stateroom takes up most of the starboard hull. The other two guests cabins are located in the port hull. The aft port cabin has a Queen berth with a single pullman which allows flexible accommodations. The forward port cabin has a Double.

Sorry, MAUNI is already booked for Christmas and New Years in Belize.

View MAUNI's online brochure: CLICK HERE
This link includes October 2008's password. If you cannot view their brochure, let us know!

Contact Paradise Connections for more information: 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!

:)

OCTOBER Less than 85 days till Christmas!

Well, it's October already! Kids are back in school... Football season has started... The World Series is coming up... Halloween candy in the stores... Presidential debates... Less than 85 shopping days till Christmas!!!

Plus, isn't it time to start planning your next sailing vacation?

Whether it is a quick getaway for two or an occasion for some family quality-time, contact Paradise Connections and we'll help get the right boat for YOU!

There are still some excellent yachts available for Christmas, but New Years has been pretty well booked up for some time... Never hurts to ask though :) We'll see what we can do!

Ring in the New Year with Nessie! There's still a couple of cabins available on the Barge Scottish Highlander for their 4-night Hogmanay cruise.

Don't wait too long, though... the sooner we can start, the better! We already have bookings for November 2009!

Visit our web site: CLICK HERE

Contact us: CLICK HERE

Looking forward to hearing from you.

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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Catamaran BLUE GURU has been launched

The new charter yacht, BLUE GURU, a 70-foot Sunreef catamaran, has been launched!

First Sunreef 70 Successfully Launched! | September 2, 2008

We have a pleasure and honor to inform you that a very special launch took place at Sunreef Yachts shipyard recently. The very first unit of a new Sunreef yacht model, the Sunreef 70 Sailing, has been successfully completed and launched! The new Sunreef 70 Blue Guru combines highly streamlined exterior forms with classic interior design and minimalist decorative elements. Original bow shaped outlines make the interiors look elegant and harmonious. The yacht will soon sail away to Spain where she will be exhibited at the prestigious Barcelona Boat Show. Later this year, Blue Guru will be available for charters...

Paradise Connections is very happy to have booked BLUE GURU's New Years charter and we are confident that our clients will receive the best in every category!

To view Blue Guru's online brochure, go to our page of catamaran listings and click on Blue Guru's name... This will have the current password for their brochure.

Contact Paradise Connections for more info: CLICK HERE

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

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 :)

Catamaran MATAU special rate for September 2008

The 75-foot luxury charter catamaran MATAU, is offering a 10% discount for charters in September 2008.

MATAU is available September 4-28, 2008 for charters in Croatia, Italy or France.



- SPECIAL RATE: €31,500 plus all expenses. (for up to 8 guests)

Read more about this new catamaran in one of our previous blog postings: CLICK HERE

MATAU is currently available for a NEW YEARS charter in ST.VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES!

View MATAU's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections to book MATAU or for more information: CLICK HERE

Visit our website: http://www.paradiseconnections.com

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

PRINCESS ZEYNEP returns to charter the Caribbean winter 2008/9

M/S PRINCESS ZEYNEP, a 164-foot (80 meter) motorsailor which accommodates up to 24 guests in 11 guest cabins, will be sailing across the Atlantic Ocean for her 10th charter season in the Caribbean. We look forward to visiting her at the Antigua Charter Yacht show this December and seeing the new modifications and upgrades.



Princess Zeynep accommodates up to 24 guests in 11 guest cabins, all with king-size beds, 2 of which are full-width master cabins, and 5 cabins that also have an additional single berth, each cabin has mini-bar, TV/DVD/Stereo system and ensuite bathroom facilities.

OWNER'S SUITE

This suite (60m2) consists of a full-beam bedroom and an ample sitting area. The bedroom located in the front features a centerline king-size bed, sofa, marble fitted bathroom and jacuzzi. The surrounding panoramic windows offer an everyday changing seaview and each morning the guests will wake up to a new sunset.

The rear section of the suite is the private saloon. It features ample lounge area, wide screen LCD TV, massage chair, library and bar. Wide windows allow plenty of light and panoramic day time view.

The former sections of the yacht went through a detailed renovation as well. Most cabins are refurbished keeping the elegant, classical style of the yacht.

RATES:

• January, February, March: 84,000 euros/week, plus all expenses
• April: 77,000 euros/week, plus all expenses
• Christmas & New Years: 120,000 euros/week, plus all expenses
• ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE : add 1400 euros/week per person

Ultimate luxury, pure comfort and complete privacy... they all come together aboard PRINCESS ZEYNEP.

Captain Metin Karaman and his excellent crew are looking forward to welcoming you on board for an unforgettable cruise in the Caribbean.

• View PRINCESS ZEYNEP's online brochure: CLICK HERE
• Contact Paradise Connections for a sailing vacation: CLICK HERE
• Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com: CLICK HERE

Special offer: 20% discount on Grenadines charter

Sail the Grenadines this fall aboard the 58-foot, 10-passenger catamaran YES DEAR and SAVE!!!



Special offer:
Save 20% on charters aboard the Catamaran Yes Dear taking place during the months of September and October 2008 in the Grenadines.

Current availability:

• September 1 - October 25, 2008

Special all-inclusive rates:

• $19,006/wk for up to 8 guests (normally $23,758)
• $20,642/wk for 9 guests (normally $25,802)
• $22,271/wk for 10 guests (normally $27,839)

View YES DEAR's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for booking info: CLICK HERE

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

Announcing PACIFIC WAVE - 72ft Sloop for Caribbean & Med Yacht Charters

PACIFIC WAVE, a 72-foot performance sloop, was built by the constructor of the America's Cup competitor Azzura. Italian design and craftmanship at its best!



PACIFIC WAVE is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to six guests in three en-suite cabins. The aft master offers two oversized singles. Two guest cabins forward of the salon have upper and lower singles.

At present, PACIFIC WAVE is in England and has undergone an extensive refit. Details include new soft furnishings, carpet, headliners, mattresses, electric heads, shower fittings, cockpit upholstery, hatches and all exterior paint. New this year are bed linens and luxury towels, Villeroy Boch china, Royal Doulton crystal and cutlery, RIB and engine, upgraded crew quarters and new crew uniforms.

We are looking forward to meeting Owner/Captain Lynn Griffiths and Chef/Mate Mark Mark Miles and visiting PACIFIC WAVE at the December 2008 Antigua Charter Yacht Meeting.

RATES:

Winter 2008/9: Caribbean
$16,000 for 2 guests - $17,000 for 4 guests - $18,000 for 6 guests
(All-Inclusive, except bar & beverages, cruising fees)

Summer 2009: France, Corsica, Italy
€18,000 for up to 6 guests
(Plus all expenses)

View PACIFIC WAVE's online brochure: CLICK HERE

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book Pacific Wave: CLICK HERE

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