Sunday, January 31, 2021

It's a new year, who’s ready to go sailing?

 
We hope your new year is off to a good start. We believe 2021 will be an improvement.

We are thankful, now more than ever, for your business and support. We appreciate your patience, adaptability, and encouragement through all the uncertainty and challenges of the past year. We know many of you have had to reschedule vacations that you have planned, saved up for, and looked forward to for a long time.

For those of you who are looking forward to sailing this Spring, we would suggest a charter that takes place within the US Virgin Islands as this will be the most hassle-free choice.

COVID

Entry to the US Virgin Islands is pretty straightforward. Basically, all travelers to the USVI (5 years of age or older) must register with the USVI Travel Screening Portal and have a negative Covid test to board the plane. A further test is not necessary to return to the mainland USA unless your state requires it. See more information HERE.

The BVI's are are currently a bit more complicated. To summarize, you must fly into Beef Island as it is not currently possible to fly into the USVI and take a ferry over. First, download the BVI Gateway app and gain approval prior to entry via the online BVI Portal. All travelers to the BVI must take a covid test within 5 days before travel, a second test upon arrival (day 0), and a third test on day 4. Quarantine for 4 days on the yacht in approved anchorages. Wear a tracking bracelet. Pay $175/person to cover these costs. You can learn more HERE. Plus, if you are returning to the USA you will need to have a negative covid test within 3 days of your flight.

We have a yacht in Belize, Dreaming On, that has been awarded the Tourism Gold Standard and is available for charter. Read about the covid-19 protocols for Belize HERE.
 
We also have information for the Bahamas HERE.

Note: The USA requires international travelers to get tested no more than 3 days before their flight and show their negative result to the airline before boarding their flight. Travelers from the US Virgin Islands and other U.S. Territories are exempt.

YACHT CHARTERS

We have recently seen much interest in chartering for this Spring and Summer.

We have yachts available in various types, sizes, price ranges, amenities. and locations. Let us know what you are looking for and we'll be happy to help.

SPECIAL OFFERS

Many yachts have special offers for charters taking place this Spring & Summer. We also have 26 catamarans with a $1000 discount for charters in November & December 2021.. Be sure to check Special Offers Listed By Month if you are interested in a sailing vacation this Spring or just ask :)




 

We look forward to your inquiry !


Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to inquire about a yacht charter
Visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com
 
 
 

Saturday, January 09, 2021

Cheap flights to US Virgin Islands : MIA/STT

 

We would like to share information we received concerning cheap flights to the USVI which appear to be valid for flights through May 2021:

From the Travelzoo Newsdesk

Miami to St. Thomas This Winter, $113 (Yes, Roundtrip!)


By Jonathan Jones

Flights from Miami to St. Thomas (it's in the U.S. Virgin Islands, so you can leave your passport at home) have dropped to the lowest price we've seen — $113 roundtrip on American, including rarely discounted winter travel dates. It saves more than $100 on the typical price for this route.

When: Select dates through May

This fare includes a waived change fee for bookings made by Jan. 31 on American Airlines. Also, this fare is not part of an official sale and the price may change at any time. We recommend booking now to lock in this deal.

That's cheaper than inter-island flights :)


 
The US Virgin Islands re-opened their borders to leisure tourists on September 19, 2020. Entry to the USVI is relatively easy. All travelers aged five and older entering the U.S. Virgin Islands are required to use the USVI Travel Screening Portal and submit a COVID-19 test result prior to arrival. Read more about the USVI's covid protocols.


Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to inquire about a yacht charter
Visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com
 


Friday, November 27, 2020

HOLIDAY CHARTERS AT DISCOUNTED RATES

Christmas & New Years
at Standard Rates
 

We have a Black Friday special with many yachts offering holiday charters within the US Virgin Islands at their standard rates and conditions. That's right... 
 
No holiday premium! No flat rate! No 7-night minimum!

For those of you who are planning to venture out this holiday season, take a look at the following yachts for a secluded sailing vacation.
 
Offer valid for new charters booked by December 20, 2020.

Current availability as of November 27, 2020.

  CHRISTMAS
 
-- UP TO 6 GUESTS --
 
EASIR II
46ft Lagoon catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 6
Standard Rates - Rates


LET'S PLAY TWO
44ft Leopard catamaran
Open Dec 16 - Jan 15
Standard Rates - Rates

 
RENDEZ-VOUS
46ft Lagoon catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 15
Standard Rates - Rates

-- UP TO 8 GUESTS --

A3
56ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 14-27
Standard Rates - Rates

 
HEAVENLY
62ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 19-26
Standard Rates - Rates


KATRINA
50ft Fontaine-Pajot catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 14
Standard Rates - Rates

 
NAUTI CAT
50ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 8-26
Standard Rates - Rates

 
-- UP TO 10 GUESTS --
 
RUMBA
52ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 13-26
Standard Rates - Rates


  NEW YEARS
 
-- UP TO 6 GUESTS --

EASIR II
46ft Lagoon catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 6
Standard Rates - Rates


LET'S PLAY TWO
44ft Leopard catamaran
Open Dec 16 - Jan 15
Standard Rates - Rates


RENDEZ-VOUS
46ft Lagoon catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 15
Standard Rates - Rates


-- UP TO 8 GUESTS --
 
G2 (Glad In It Two)
50ft Fontaine Pajot catamaran
Open Dec 27 - Jan 10
Standard Rates - Rates


KATRINA
50ft Fontaine-Pajot catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 14
Standard Rates - Rates

 
The US Virgin Islands re-opened their borders to leisure tourists on September 19, 2020. Entry to the USVI is relatively easy. All travelers aged five and older entering the U.S. Virgin Islands are required to use the USVI Travel Screening Portal and submit a COVID-19 test result prior to arrival. Read more about the USVI's covid protocols.

We look forward to your inquiry !


Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to inquire about a yacht charter
Visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com
 


Saturday, November 21, 2020

Catamaran Nauti Cat - Special offers

Nauti Cat Has 3 Special Offers

Catamaran Nauti Cat is available for all-inclusive, crewed charters in the Virgin Islands and would love to welcome you aboard this season
 
 Nauti Cat is a new, 2020 50-foot Lagoon catamaran and charters up to 8 guests. 

Chef Peggy and Captain Bob are driven to provide the best vacation possible where you can expect gourmet meals, fun in the water, and special hideaway sunsets while exploring all the majesty the islands have to offer.

Special Offers:
  • LAST MINUTE SPECIAL: $1500 discount for new bookings to be completed before December 18, 2020. Cannot be combined with other special offers.
  • CHRISTMAS 2020: 20% discount for Christmas week. All-inclusive Christmas charter for up to 8 guests is now only $21,600. 7-night minimum. Book by December 10, 2020.
  • WINTER & SUMMER 2020: $1000 discount on new bookings for any charters taking place between now through July 31, 2021. Cannot be combined with other special offers. 6-night minimum.
View Nauti Cat's Brochure to learn more about the yacht, crew, amenities, sample menu, etc.





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




Tuesday, November 03, 2020

New Years 2020/21 Crewed Yacht Charters in US Virgin Islands

Want to ring in the new year in Paradise ?

 
We've had many holiday yacht charter inquiries recently so we are posting a list of charter yachts currently available for New Years charters within the US Virgin Islands.

The US Virgin Islands re-opened their borders to leisure tourists on September 19, 2020. Entry to the USVI is relatively easy. All travelers aged five and older entering the U.S. Virgin Islands are required to use the USVI Travel Screening Portal and submit a COVID-19 test result prior to arrival. Read more about the USVI's covid protocols.

The yachts below have American crew and are legal to carry out charters within the US Virgin Islands.
 
In general, New Years charters have a 7-night minimum and are to begin no earlier than December 27th this year.


Current availability as of November 27, 2020.


 YACHTS FOR UP TO 6 GUESTS 

EASIR II
46ft Lagoon catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 6
Standard Rates - Rates

KUMA TOO
47ft Leopard catamaran
Open Dec 29 - Jan10
$16,000/wk for up to 6 guests


LET'S PLAY TWO
44ft Leopard catamaran
Open Dec 16 - Jan 15
Standard Rates - Rates


RENDEZ-VOUS
46ft Lagoon catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 15
Standard Rates - Rates

 YACHTS FOR UP TO 8 GUESTS 

G2 (Glad In It Two)
50ft Fontaine Pajot catamaran
Open Dec 27 - Jan 10
Standard Rates - Rates


KATRINA
50ft Fontaine-Pajot catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 14
Standard Rates - Rates


LAYSAN
72ft Serenity catamaran
Open Dec 28 - Jan 10
$48,000/wk for up to 8 guests


NAUTI CAT
50ft Lagoon catamaran
Open Dec 27 - Jan 8
$30,000/wk for up to 8 guests

TELLSTAR
77ft Lagoon catamaran
Open Dec 29 - Jan 8
$75,000/wk for up to 8 guests

The British Virgin Islands is re-opening December 1st but their procedure seems somewhat complicated. See the BVI covid protocols here. Contact us if you would like to charter within the British Virgin Islands.

We look forward to your inquiry !


Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to inquire about a yacht charter
Visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com
 


Christmas 2020 Crewed Yacht Charters in US Virgin Islands


Want to escape to Paradise?

 
We've had many holiday yacht charter inquiries recently so we are posting a list of charter yachts currently available for Christmas charters within the US Virgin Islands.

The US Virgin Islands re-opened their borders to leisure tourists on September 19, 2020. Entry to the USVI is relatively easy. All travelers aged five and older entering the U.S. Virgin Islands are required to use the USVI Travel Screening Portal and submit a COVID-19 test result prior to arrival. Read more about the USVI's covid protocols.

The yachts below have American crew and are legal to carry out charters within the US Virgin Islands.
 
In general, Christmas charters have a 7-night minimum and are to end by December 26th this year. A few boats have possibilities for ending on the 27, 28, and 29th. There are also a few boats that allow for shorter charters.


Current availability as of November 27, 2020.

 YACHTS FOR UP TO 6 GUESTS 

AUGUST MAVERICK
92ft Stephens Monohull
Open December 19-26 
$28,000/wk for up to 9 guests


CHAOS INTERRUPTED
45ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 17-26 
$21,000/wk for up to 6 guests


EASIR II
46ft Lagoon catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 6
Standard Rates - Rates


ELIXIR
46ft Leopard catamaran
Open December 15-28
$18,500/wk for up to 6 guests


GREAT ADVENTURE
45ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 18-26
$20,000/wk for up to 6 guests


KAI
70ft Wellington monohull
Open December 15-26
$20,000/wk for up to 6 guests


LET'S PLAY TWO
44ft Leopard catamaran
Open Dec 16 - Jan 15
Standard Rates - Rates


RAPSCALLION
45ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 16-26
$18,500/wk for up to 6 guests


RENDEZ-VOUS
46ft Lagoon catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 15
Standard Rates - Rates


RESPITE AT SEA
56ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 15-26
$34,000/wk for up to 6 guests


SANTA ANA
58ft Wave catamaran
Open December 15-26
$32,000/wk for up to 6 guests


SIREN SONG
47ft Leopard catamaran
Open December 1-26
$14,900/wk for up to 6 guests


SOUTHERN CHARM
50ft Leopard catamaran
Open December 15-26
$25,000/wk for up to 6 guests

 YACHTS FOR UP TO 8 GUESTS 

A3
56ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 14-27
Standard Rates - Rates


AZULIA
56ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 13-26
$34,000/wk for up to 8 guests


HEAVENLY
62ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 19-26
Standard Rates - Rates


KATRINA
50ft Fontaine-Pajot catamaran
Open Dec 15 - Jan 14
Standard Rates - Rates


LA GRANDE BELLEZZA
58ft Leopard catamaran
Open December 15-27
$40,000/wk for up to 9 guests


LAYSAN
72ft Serenity catamaran
Open December 15-27
$46,000/wk for up to 8 guests


MANNA
53ft Royal Cape catamaran
Open December 15-29
$25,000/wk for up to 8 guests


NAUTI CAT
50ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 8-26
Standard Rates - Rates


OCELOT
52ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 15-26
$29,000/wk for up to 8 guests
(6-night minimum =$24,857)


PLAYTIME
56ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 17-26
$36,000/wk for up to 8 guests


SCUBA DOO 50
50ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 15-27
$28,000/wk for up to 8 guests


STOP WORK ORDER
52ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 13-26
$31,000/wk for up to 8 guests
 
 YACHTS FOR UP TO 10 GUESTS 

RUMBA
52ft Lagoon catamaran
Open December 13-26
Standard Rates - Rates

The British Virgin Islands is re-opening December 1st but their procedure seems somewhat complicated. See the BVI covid protocols here. Contact us if you would like to charter within the British Virgin Islands.

We look forward to your inquiry !


Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to inquire about a yacht charter
Visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com