| The best time to sail in the Virgin | | | | Bath's"" on Virgin Gorda - huge granite |
| Islands on a Yacht Charter is from early | | | | boulders set amongst crystal-clear blue |
| November through late June as this is | | | | waters and powder white beaches - a must |
| the typical charter season for most | | | | see for any Virgin Island visitor - take |
| yachts. Many yachts also charter in the | | | | an exhilarating sail out to Anegada and |
| months of July and October as these | | | | walk its endless beaches - and finally, |
| months fall outside of peak hurricane | | | | guests may enjoy a toast to the vacation |
| season in the tropics. It should be | | | | of a lifetime at ""Foxy's Tamarind Bar"" |
| noted that the most popular yachts fill | | | | the world-famous beach bar on Jost Van |
| their charter calendars well in advance | | | | Dyke! |
| so it is recommended that a Yacht | | | | Sailing in the Virgin Islands aboard a |
| Charter vacation is booked at least 6 | | | | Yacht Charter is not only surprisingly |
| months in advance. | | | | affordable, but it also serves as an |
| The Virgin Islands are an archipelago of | | | | ideal vacation destination for a wide |
| over 40 islands, islets and cays lying | | | | variety of groups. A Yacht Charter in |
| to the east of Puerto Rico in the | | | | the Virgin Islands is generally referred |
| Northeast Caribbean. This enticing | | | | to as an ""all inclusive"" vacation |
| destination offers its visitors the | | | | where food, beverage, standard bar, the |
| opportunity of exploring both U.S. and | | | | yacht, the professional crew, and |
| British islands. While Sailing in the | | | | onboard water toys are included in the |
| U.S. Virgin Islands, featured islands | | | | rate. In addition, whether your Yacht |
| might include St. Thomas with its | | | | Charter group consists of several |
| bustling harbor, busy cruise ship docks, | | | | friends, a group of couples, or a family |
| and abundance of world-class shops. | | | | grouping, Sailing in the Virgin Islands |
| Meanwhile, St. John, its U.S. neighbor | | | | offers something for everyone. After |
| lying 2 miles to the east, offers its | | | | all, the Virgin Islands are touted as |
| visitors something completely different | | | | the sailing capital of the Caribbean due |
| with 80% of its land protected within a | | | | to the constant trade winds and the |
| pristine national park. Here, visitors | | | | close proximity of the islands to one |
| can wander through Cruz Bay, its one | | | | another. These ideal conditions create |
| quaint town, hike numerous trails, or | | | | the perfect backdrop for first-time |
| explore an abundance of dazzling white | | | | charterers in search of protected waters |
| sand beaches. | | | | and relaxing coves, as well as more |
| The British Virgin Islands are typically | | | | experienced sailors in search of daily |
| the highlight of a Yacht Charter as | | | | adventure and of course the perfect |
| these islands offer its visitors the | | | | sail! |
| perfect blend of remoteness and | | | | Sailing in the Virgin Islands aboard a |
| Caribbean charm. Guests that have the | | | | Yacht Charter provides an exciting and |
| opportunity of discovering this | | | | unique experience for those that choose |
| destination via Sailing in the Virgin | | | | to discover it. Visitors may choose from |
| Islands aboard a Yacht Charter soon | | | | a wide variety of featured yachts, |
| discover why the British Virgin Islands | | | | including monohulls (traditional |
| have come to be known as ""Natures | | | | sailboats), catamarans and power yachts. |
| Little Secret"". While the main island | | | | Yacht charters provide a luxurious yet |
| of Tortola offers a central hub, variety | | | | intimate setting by a professional crew |
| of shops, and convenient airport, a | | | | whose sole desire is to cater to their |
| majority of any Yacht Charter will be | | | | guests every whim! Private onboard Chefs |
| spent island-hopping through the remote | | | | take great pride in tailoring a gourmet |
| outer islands of Norman, Peter, Salt, | | | | menu based upon each group's specific |
| Cooper, Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost | | | | preferences and dietary requirements. |
| Van Dyke. The uniqueness of this | | | | Professional Charter Captain's are happy |
| vacation lies in the ability to set sail | | | | to teach the basics of sailing, let |
| to a new island destination each day, | | | | guests take the helm, and share their |
| each with its own unique character and | | | | stories of the high seas. In addition, |
| charm. | | | | guests on a Yacht Charter can choose to |
| While Sailing in the Virgin Islands, | | | | be as active or laid-back as they like. |
| charter guests may opt to: snorkel the | | | | An abundance of activities await guests, |
| Caves at Norman Island, the inspiration | | | | typically including sailing, snorkeling, |
| for Robert Louis Stevenson's ""Treasure | | | | kayaking, waterskiing, shopping, |
| Island"" - visit a world-class resort on | | | | beachcombing, and perhaps diving. You'll |
| Peter Island or take in breath-taking | | | | never run out of things to do while |
| views from its many hiking trails - dive | | | | Sailing in the Virgin Islands. However, |
| or snorkel above the RMS Rhone, just off | | | | guests may choose to sit back, relax, |
| Salt Island, one of the most spectacular | | | | take in the splendid view at each new |
| wreck dives in the Caribbean and the | | | | destination, and leave the |
| setting for the movie ""The Deep"" watch | | | | responsibilities to their professional |
| a remarkable Cooper Island sunset from | | | | Captain and crew. |
| the deck of your yacht explore ""the | | | | |