Passage charter - St Thomas to Florida - Spinnaker training

Sail from St. Thomas to Florida

April 27-May 4, 2020

Sea Witch

SEA WITCH, a 53-foot Pearson ketch cutter, is offering a downwind offshore passage from St.Thomas to West Palm Beach, Florida, April 27-May 4, 2020. The passage is estimated as 6 days/5 nights.

Sailors can focus on the skills and education covered during this week-long trip and enjoy reeling in some big game fish while aboard. American Sailing Association certification is also an option on this trip.

Sail aboard Sea Witch and gain real-life cruising knowledge and hands-on training as you sail through the northern Caribbean waters past Puerto Rico and north of the Dominican Republic then onward to pass near the Turks & Caicos, the Bahamas and finally into the port of West Palm Beach, Florida. Sea Witch offers education for those seeking live-aboard experience as well as those seeking formal training.

Trip details

Increase your knowledge, confidence, and safety skills with a downwind voyage.

• April 27-May 4, 2020: Approximately 7 nights/8 days of sailing & education
• $2500 per person, all meals aboard are included. Airfare is not included.
• Students who wish to visit St. Thomas may arrive a day or two earlier and sleep aboard Sea Witch for no additional cost.

Arrive in St Thomas on Sunday, April 26 and sleep aboard. Depart St Thomas on Monday, April 27 for approximately 5 nights/ 6 days of sailing. Weather & crew schedules pending, there is the possibility of a stop in Turks & Caicos islands.

This ocean passage offers sailors an ASA certification with experience in:

• Hoisting, dousing, and trimming an asymmetrical, Code 0, spinnaker sail
• Actively operating and maintaining a modern ocean-cruising boat
• Standing watches, fine tuning sail trim, reefing, anchoring, and provisioning
• Gaining a basic understanding of heavy weather sailing techniques, safety equipment such as jacklines, harnesses, life raft operation, coastal & electronic navigation and boat handling
• Experiencing ocean cruising to determine if the lifestyle is for you
• Sea Witch is an expert in offshore big game fishing, too

Sea Witch is equipped with a 6-person SOLAS life raft, dual AIS, EPIRB, satellite phone, handheld and hard-wired VHF radios, medical marine kit with oxygen, radar, weatherfax, watermaker, generator, full bimini & dodger weather protection, and plenty of comfortable sleeping space.



Captain John Stephenson, owner-operator of Sea Witch, is a 20-year USCG Master 100-ton Mariner and a Certified American Sailing Association instructor. He sails over 5000 miles annually and is an expert in Caribbean-US East Coast passages. His training in first aid, CPR, oxygen use, STCW certification and meteorology, coupled with his Master Diver certification, make him uniquely qualified to put your safety and education first. He is additionally certified as an Officer in Charge of Navigational Watch for vessels up to 500 gross tons. His gentle and friendly personality ensure that you have fun while learning.

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TransAtlantic Crossing Charter: Yacht ANAHITA May-June 2014

Cross the Atlantic Ocean with Charter Yacht Anahita this Spring

The charter yacht ANAHITA, a 62-foot Dynamique sloop, has an opening for two paying crew on their 6th eastbound trans-Atlantic crossing. This is an excellent opportunity to get some sea miles and a unique adventure. Join Captain Bijan and Chef Roseanne in St. Thomas, USVI for the May 1st departure.

(A) Northeast Caribbean -- (B) Azores -- (C) Gibraltar -- (D) Montenegro

DETAILS:

Anahita has scheduled an Atlantic crossing beginning May 1, 2014 and has two spots open for paying crew:

• Caribbean to Gibraltar: 
• Departure from St. Thomas
• Duration: Approximately 28-30 days.
• St. Thomas to Azores: 18 days
• Stop in Azores for a few days
• Azores to Gibraltar: 6 days
• Cost: $6500/person, all inclusive except bar. Note: While in port in the Azores, only continental breakfast will be served and no other food is included in the charter fee.

• Option: Gibraltar to ...
• Continue to the Balearics, Sardinia or Naples, additional per day rate. 

Charter Yacht ANAHITA - Crewed Sailing Vacations
Winter: Caribbean / Summer: Eastern Mediterranean Yacht Charters

COMMENTS:

At the Helm  <===  2000 Miles!  ===>  Arrival in Gibraltar

2012 TransAtlantic Crossing

We just finished our wonderful Atlantic crossing. We couldn’t have found a better boat or a better captain and chef for this most wonderful experience in our lives.

- 2012 TransAtlantic Crossing

Bijan is “The Best of the Best." An unforgettable adventure!

- 2012 TransAtlantic Crossing

It is fair to say that -- having sailed only in the Mediterranean and never in “Proper” oceans -- I was somewhat worried regards to crossing the Atlantic, my journey into the unknown! I needed not have worried: From the moment I stepped aboard I felt at ease and very much enjoyed the crossing -- So many thanks for making it so easy: Well hosted. Best wishes to you both for much happiness together, kind seas, and fair winds. If you ever find your way to York, make sure you look me up.

- Bruce (Antigua-Azores-Gibraltar, May 2-June 1, 2010

There are many stories to be told about four guys on a 3,228 mile, 29-day transatlantic crossing, but the one that strikes me as being the best is meeting the Anahita captain, Bijan. Myself an owner of a 1980 38’ Shannon cutter ketch with two transatlantic crossings, I would say this crossing (12/01/09 -12/29/09) was one of the easiest of the three. As a captain you should know & be able to diagnose every sound emanating from your boat, understand & never chance your boat's abilities under all sea conditions, & have an ability to take command of all crew situations. I can say from doing this trip with Bijan that he is aware of all of these situations, even while asleep. The boat is equipped with two types of communication with the land via sailmail, an email service, & satellite telephone. I had been in contact through sailmail with my family & thereby kept them informed as to where the boat was & that all was as well. Now as for luxury, I can truly say there is nothing missing in accommodations or entertainment (Plasma TV for evening movies). My room was large, airy, & comfortable for two & extremely large for one. Of course, it has a head with shower with enough hot water to keep you happy. The galley was a delight to work in with a three-burner stove & oven that was easy to handle & make delicious hot evening meals. We even made fresh bread in the electric bread maker. Over all the Anahita was a delight to spend time on & would give anyone a great time to remember.

- Regards, Noah (Gibraltar to St Martin, Nov. 2009)

What a wonderful opportunity of an adventure charter this will be for two lucky people.  We (Bob & Sheila) love passages. It is so cool to look out and just see water all the way out to the horizon... Of course, you'll see the occasional ship and flotsam can get quite exciting.  Maybe you will even catch a nice fish for dinner on your way!

Bijan and Roseanne look forward to having you aboard.

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Charter Yacht FORTRUS : Florida, Nova Scotia, Northern Passage, Alaska

The charter yacht FORTRUS, a 112-foot Inance motoryacht, is new to the Florida charter fleet. But, what's really cool is that Fortrus is heading out to circumnavigate the globe! Don't miss this rare charter opportunity. Stayed tuned for further details and full itinerary!

Charter Yacht Fortrus - Crewed Yacht Charters

• Amazing space onboard this sophisticated Expedition Yacht
• Sleeps 12 in seven well-appointed cabins, all with ensuite bathrooms
• Awesome deck space with Jacuzzi and large Sundeck
• State of the art entertainment systems
• 2 x brand new 2012 Yamaha 3-man wave runners, 2 x Sea Bobs, sea trampoline, extensive fishing gear, snorkel gear and a wide array of towables
• Early spring through the summer – FORTRUS will be cruising New England to Maine and Nova Scotia and up through the Northern Passage to Alaska!  Inquire for further itinerary details. 

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book FORTRUS
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Wanderbird Adventure Sailing Passagemaking Cruise

~ ~ VESSEL WANDERBIRD SEEKS ADVENTUROUS GUEST CREWMEMBERS ~ ~

TRAMP STEAMER VOYAGE from the ARCTIC CIRCLE to HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA

~ NOW ACCEPTING GUEST CREW AND CARGO ~

Captains Rick and Karen Miles of the Expedition Steamer WANDERBIRD announce plans for a TRAMP STEAMER CRUISE to northern ports. The Wanderbird will be cruising south along the Coasts of GREENLAND, LABRADOR, NEWFOUNDLAND, CAPE BRETON ISLAND and NOVA SCOTIA in search of artifacts for the Northern Lights Gallery.

There are openings for guest crew for legs of this voyage. This cruise begins August 9th and runs through September 12, 2010. The minimum length of time for participation will be 6 days with a maximum of 29 days with a tariff of USD$200/day. Price will include 3 meals each day and a cabin as well as all of the sea training that you would like with no frills included.

See website for more details: TRAMP STEAMER CRUISE

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