Charter Yacht ALOHA MALOLO: New chef for new season (2012-2013)

We were happy to hear that ALOHA MALOLO has changed their plans and will continue chartering in the Virgin Islands and possibly other Caribbean destinations through May 2013.

 Crew of Charter Yacht Aloha Malolo

Eric, Jennifer, and Salty Dog

Eric, owner-operator of Aloha Malolo, also wrote to announce his new chef:

"Aloha Malolo’s newest addition is Chef Jennifer Williams and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have her aboard. Chef Jennifer grew up on the water in Florida but has traveled the world extensively and "has never met a stranger". She has always felt most at home on the water and says it’s where it all starts and stops… contentment! Rumor has it that an invitation to dine from Chef Jennifer has never been turned down. Jennifer’s love of people and cooking glean through in her cuisine. Her culinary skills will delight any fine dining aficionado’s refined palette or can soothe one’s soul with simple southern comforts. Our Chef has led a holistic life since 2000 and cooks with only fresh ingredients. Recent guest Chance Lillo is quoted as saying her tequila-lime Mahi tacos (with fresh cilantro sauce) were the best thing he’s ever tasted… though she’s too humble to admit it.

"Jennifer’s selfless nature, exuberant attitude, and infectious laughter are certain to make you feel right at home aboard the Aloha Malolo."

Eric is quite an interesting guy. We alway enjoy running into him when we are together in the same port with our sailboat...

Captain Eric fell in love with life on the ocean 30 years ago during his first 9-month passage, sailing from Los Angeles to Panama. Aloha Malolo and Eric have been together for 14 years and this is the fourth boat he’s had the pleasure of sailing and living upon. Eric has lived in Hawaii, Colorado, and California with prior careers in real estate development and property management.

Besides having a US Coast Guard Captains license, Eric also holds licenses for PADI Divemaster (with endorsement to instruct Resort Divers), FAA Private Helicopter, Fixed Wing Pilot, Commercial Hot Air Balloon Pilot, and STCW Safety Certification.

Eric's philosophy is your happiness aboard the Aloha Malolo is his happiness.

Read this previous Blog Post for more info about Aloha Malolo and another one of Eric's philosphies: "Put Your Wallet Away" charters!

Last but definitely not least, the third member of the Aloha team is Salty Dog...

Salty Dog is truly Aloha Malolo’s original First Mate and is happy to join your charter or, if you're not the doggy type, don't worry, she also loves to stay ashore with one of the many fans vying for her attention. Salty is very well known in many ports; it is typical to hear someone call out “Hi Salty Dog” or “Aren’t you Salty Dog’s Dad? Where’s Salty?”. Salty is currently 9 years old and when not sleeping, can be found on the boats swim step enjoying her life’s passion….FISHING and looking for DOLPHINS to play with!

We are looking forward to visiting Aloha Malolo soon! How about you :)

Sorry, Aloha Malolo is already booked for Christmas 2012 & New Years

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

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Charter Yacht McGregor II - Summer 2012 Newsletter

Tim & Julie of the charter yacht McGregor, a 58-foot Hatteras motor yacht, wrote to us this week to say that they are ready for their new 2012-13 charter season in the Virgin Islands. They said:

"It is a balmy 57 degrees here in Colorado and the fireplace is roaring.  We had our first dusting of snow last week and we are excited that the "Caribbean Countdown" has begun!"

Paradise Connections is looking forward to visiting McGregor at the St Thomas charter yacht show in November.

McGregor is already booked for Christmas 2012 & New Years

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

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Charter Yacht JAMBALAYA in the Grenadines

The 73-foot, wooden schooner JAMBALAYA would love to have you join them for a yacht charter in the Grenadines this season... Read on...

Here a just a few of many reasons to sail & explore the 32 islands of the Grenadines on a crewed charter onboard a Traditional & Elegant Schooner

Why the Grenadines?

Explore these 32 unspoiled Caribbean islands and cays – home to the finest sailing grounds in the Caribbean! Enjoy the exhilarating short sail with warm steady tradewinds between the various islands from the volcanic island of St Vincent; Bequia, the yachting paradise; Mustique, the world-renowned celebrity island; to the world famous marine park of Tobago Cays. This is the real Caribbean, untouched, authentic, welcoming…

Spacious Deck

Elegant Master Cabin

Sail with Peter & Sylvie

Why Jambalaya?

Built in the islands, Jambalaya is the real thing! Enjoy space and comfort… Jambalaya is an elegant 73-foot, wooden Schooner with home comforts, spacious decks and great stability... Perfect for gentle cruising in the Grenadines! Guests can enjoy the magnificent en-suite Master Cabin, with a king-size bed and 9-foot headroom, with its own personal entrance giving total privacy!

The welcoming crew:

We always meet our guests at the airport, upon arrival and organize transportation. When on board Peter, the Captain will plan the coming cruise with the guests, ensuring they make the most of every glorious location. Whether our guests are experienced sailors or want to learn to sail, we give the opportunity to take the helm as little or as often as they want.

Treat yourself to great cuisine:

Sylvie, is passionate about providing the best service and is a talented cook. Born in France, she has brought with her many French-cuisine recipes and has adapted them for local products: she will keep you well fed with her French flair for Creole and Caribbean specialties! In Tobago Cays, we organize Lobster BBQ on the beach for a unique experience…

Table Decoration

Enjoy Caribbean Cuisine

Sail with Dolphins

Find the perfect relaxation: 

With many years of experience sailing in the Grenadines, we will sail to the “out of the way” anchorages and beaches. All our guests need to worry about is soaking up the sunshine and enjoying the sailing!

All-Inclusive:

All meals, drinks and cocktails are included, as well as a 2-person kayak, snorkelling equipment and even a complimentary Indian Head Massage!

Lobster Beach BBQ

Romantic setting of a candle-lit beach in Tobago Cays for a Lobster BBQ dinner is part of our standard itinerary!

Imagine waking up each morning on your own private yacht, “Jambalaya”, in a different bay with a new Caribbean island to explore.

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

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Charter Yacht Drumbeat: Special Offer New Dates

While looking at Drumbeat's calendar yesterday as we were proposing them for a new client, we noticed that they now have a booking beginning October 14, so I asked Linda if their special offer was still valid. 

YES! Charter Drumbeat for October 6-13, 2012 and get a FREE day. Seven nights for the price of six.

We can all appreciate a bargain...

• SAVE $2571 on an 8-person charter ($15,429)
• SAVE $2286 on a 6-person charter ($13,714)
• SAVE $2000 on a charter with up to 4 people ($12,000)

Vince & Linda, owner-operators of the charter yacht Drumbeat, have a special offer for October 2012.

Charter Yacht Drumbeat - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters

Sailing & Liveaboard Scuba Diving Vacations in the Virgin Islands

SPECIAL OFFER: One FREE day

• Book a 7-night charter for the week of October 8-15, 2012 October 6-13, 2012 and get a FREE day.  Yes! Seven nights for the price of SIX.

Drumbeat is a 72-foot Irwin ketch with a crew of three, owned and operated by Vince & Linda, and assisted by Kirk, a longtime crew member. Drumbeat is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 equivalent double cabins, each with private ensuite head/shower.

A great choice for families, group of friends, and honeymooners too!

Vince is a dive instructor and includes diving for both certified and non-certified divers.

Read COMMENTS from a recent charterer we had aboard Drumbeat twice within one year... Once with his family and once with another couple to celebrate their retirement. Click here.

Here's a previous post you might find of interest about diving, dining, and more aboard Drumbeat.

And I must include an older post with photos that Linda took when dolphins visited them at anchor.

DRUMBEAT is already booked for CHRISTMAS
But is available for NEW YEARS from December 30, 2012

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

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Charter Yacht INTEGRITY - Galapagos Islands

The charter yacht Integrity, a 141-foot Gulf Craft motoryacht, is offering a $10,000 discount on selected 2012 dates.

Charter Yacht INTEGRITY - Galapagos Yacht Charters

M/Y INTEGRITY is fully air conditioned and sleeps 16 guests in nine cabins (1 King suite, 6 cabins either as Twins or King, 1 Queen, 1 Single) and is available for charter in the beautiful exotic islands of the Galapagos year round. The guest cabins are all located on the main deck and each has TV/DVD and CD players, mini-bar, ensuite head with shower.

SPECIAL OFFER: $10,000/week discount

• $80,000/week, all inclusive (excluding bar), for up to 16 guests (normally $90,000/wk)

2012 Dates: Charters begin on Saturdays

• August 11
• August 18
• September 1
• October 13
• October 20
• October 27
• November 24
• December 1
• December 8

With this exciting adventure vacation, you will have the opportunity to view amazing wildlife such as whales, dolphins, fur seals, marine iguanas, frigate birds, and also swim and snorkel with sea lions and penguins.

Tenders & Toys:

• Two 20-foot Zodiac tenders
• Eight 2-person kayaks
• Snorkel Gear
• On-deck jacuzzi

M/Y Integrity charters in the Galapagos Islands year round.
 

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

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Charter Yacht Catamaran DREAMING ON: Summer Availability

The charter yacht DREAMING ON, an owner-operated 47-foot Leopard catamaran, reminds us that they are available for summer yacht charters in the VIRGIN ISLANDS through August 30, 2012.

 Catamaran Dreaming On - - - Iza and Geoff

Crewed Catamaran Virgin Islands Sailing Vacations

The catamaran Dreaming On is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to six guests in three cabins, each having Queen-sized berths, flatscreen TV/DVD, and of course, private ensuite head/shower. The cockpit offers plenty of room for lounging and dining.

AVAILABILITY, Summer 2012:

• Open: July 16-21
• Open: July 30 - August 30, 2012

RATES for 2011-12: 

All-inclusive, 7-night charter (BVI cruising fees/taxes included)

• 2 guests: $11,000/wk
• 4 guests: $12,250/wk
• 6 guests: $13,250/wk

Children aged 10 years or younger sail for FREE on 7-night or longer charter! (Limit of one free child per charter)

Dreaming On is equipped with plenty of water toys to keep everyone entertained.  Toys include: 13-foot center console dinghy with 30hp outboard, kneeboard, stand up paddle board, kid's windsurfer, tube, wake board, two one-person kayaks, floating mats, beach games, fishing gear, double hammock and even a floating island!

DREAMING ON is already booked for CHRISTMAS
But is available for NEW YEARS

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

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Charter Yacht Sublime - Special Offer & Availability

The charter yacht SUBLIME, an owner-operated, 72-foot Irwin ketch that offers scuba diving in the Virgin Islands, still has some open dates for this summer... PLUS they have a special offer for charters taking place this fall! Read on...

Charter Yacht Sublime - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters - Sailing & Liveaboard Scuba Diving Vacations in the Virgin Islands

Sublime is a 72-foot Irwin ketch, owner-operated with a crew of three.  Sublime is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 cabins with double berths, each with ensuite head/shower. Sublime has an 18-foot dinghy with 115HP motor, waterskis, wakeboard, tube, 2 standup paddle boards, hammock, TV/DVD, snorkel gear, fishing equipment, xbox360, Wii Rock Band, scuba diving, etc.

AVAILABILITY, SUMMER 2012:

• July 18-27
• August 5- 31

SPECIAL OFFER: Fall 2012

• $500 discount for charters taking place between November 1 and December 15, 2012
• Already booked November 11-18 and November 29-December 6, 2012

DIVING: Up to 10 dives/week with gear, is included in Sublime's charter fee for certified & non-certified divers. Learn to scuba dive. Brian is a dive instructor and instruction is also included, just do your bookwork before your charter.

Boredom is not an option...

SUBLIME is already booked for CHRISTMAS and NEW YEARS
Sorry

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

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Charter Yacht DRUMBEAT : Special offer

Vince & Linda, owner-operators of the charter yacht Drumbeat, have a special offer for October 2012.

Charter Yacht Drumbeat - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters

Sailing & Liveaboard Scuba Diving Vacations in the Virgin Islands

SPECIAL OFFER: One FREE day

• Book a 7-night charter for the week of October 8-15, 2012 October 6-13, 2012 and get a FREE day.  Yes! Seven nights for the price of SIX.

Drumbeat is a 72-foot Irwin ketch with a crew of three, owned and operated by Vince & Linda, and assisted by Kirk, a longtime crew member. Drumbeat is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 equivalent double cabins, each with private ensuite head/shower.

A great choice for families, group of friends, and honeymooners too!

Vince is a dive instructor and includes diving for both certified and non-certified divers.

Read COMMENTS from a recent charterer we had aboard Drumbeat twice within one year... Once with his family and once with another couple to celebrate their retirement. Click here.

Here's a previous post you might find of interest about diving, dining, and more aboard Drumbeat.

And I must include an older post with photos that Linda took when dolphins visited them at anchor.

DRUMBEAT is already booked for CHRISTMAS
But is available for NEW YEARS

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

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