Popular Sailing Destination
The British Virgin Islands has always been and continues to be recognized world leader of GREAT PLACES TO GO SAILING. Since it became a major charter sailing destination in the early 70’s, you’d think that other cool new locations would have taken its place by now. Not so.
Subtropical Beauty
Most people speak of these beautiful islands in the same breath as the Caribbean. They are home to a sizeable fleet of charter yachts ranging from “down and dirty” sport fishing motor yachts, cruising motor yachts, and sailing catamarans. The best time of year to visit is in the summer, between May and September.
Easy-to-Get-to Alternative
If you’ve cruised the Virgin Islands several times and you feel it’s time to move on, the Leeward group of islands are a great option.
- St. Martin / St. Maarten
- Anguilla
- St. Barts
- Antigua
- St. Kitts and Nevis
French Flair
The heady aromas of sugar, spice and everything nice are beautifully melded in a profusion of French flavor and local rhythms. The vibrant street cafes and effortless European glamour are the hallmarks of this glorious little island – still one of the most unique jewels of the Caribbean.
Leisurely Charters Start Here
Whether it’s pristine waters, inviting tropical bays, great marinas, zip-lining around the famous Pitons, a volcano, mineral baths, and sublime white sandy beaches, you can really say that St. Lucia in the Windward Islands really does have it all. Many of our clients like to use St. Lucia as a “jumping off” point.
Stress-Free Archipelago Sailing
This uniquely beautiful archipelago of islands in the Caribbean is the place to be to enjoy stress-free sailing for short distances in gentle trade winds. It’s equally nice to capture a spot on one of our tiny pieces of paradise and sit back and just watch the yachts as they meander from island-to-island.
World's 2nd Longest Barrier Reef
The reef shelters more than 400 islands and cays. Most are fringed with additional reefs comprised of at least 50 species of hard and soft coral. Manatees, whale sharks, and roughly 500 species of tropical fish thrive in these waters, and all manner of seabirds are plentiful.
Dreamy Florida Vacation
Great fishing, snorkeling, and diving area. Visit the American Crocodile reserve area to see the rare brackish water alligators. Hang out at the older bars and watering holes that have become Florida Keys institutions – like Lorelei’s and Hog Heaven, Snappers and many, many others.
The Mediterranean, and especially Greece and the Greek Islands, represents the ultimate charter yacht cruising vacation or holiday.
During ancient times, these ideally-located islands were the sailing crossroads of the Mediterranean. Pine-clad rocky coastlines carved with quiet inlets, steep mountains and sparkling beaches, and the gracious welcome of tiny picturesque ports.
Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, shaped like a triangular soccer ball on the toe of Italy’s boot and the closest island to the North African coastline.
The islands are mostly mountainous rocky and wind-blown on the Western side. The smart visitor will take advantage of the dichotomy of small picturesque towns and villages in the mountains where the locals hang out, as opposed to the smart, modern yachting facilities and with its stunning cruising grounds, designer shopping and night-life in coastal locations. ing and nightlife.
Croatia’s Dalmatian coast has become the darling of the Med yachting crowd for a while now. A relative newcomer to the top 5 sailing vacation destinations in the world, the yachties have now thoroughly “discovered” Croatia.
Turkey’s Aegean Coast, with it’s yachting destinations of Bodrum, Gokova, Marmaris, Gocek and Fethiye, is an ideal location and a Mediterranean Classic for yachting and sailing throughout the Aegean and the Mediterranean. Some call it the greatest undiscovered destination on the planet.
The Magnificent Coast of La Bella Italia from the Deck of your Private Yacht. Putting things in proportion, Italy has a coastline of about 2,200 nautical miles (including Sardinia).
Sail the famous “The Côte d’Azur” from any location – sexy Saint Tropez, glamorous Nice, Monaco, Cannes, or further west, from Hyères, as you explore this coast of fine cuisine and culture.
Still don't know where to go?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the British Virgin Islands a top destination for sailing?
The British Virgin Islands feature calm waters, short sailing hops between islands like Tortola and Virgin Gorda, and world-class anchorages such as Norman Island and Anegada.
What are the key islands to explore in the Leeward Islands region?
The Leeward Islands include St. Martin / St. Maarten, Anguilla, St. Barts, Antigua, and St. Kitts & Nevis.
Why is Belize a compelling charter destination?
Belize is home to the world’s second-longest barrier reef, over 400 islands and cays, abundant coral, and rich marine life perfect for snorkeling, diving, and exploring.
How does Luxury Yacht Vacation help choose a destination?
What types of yacht charters are available in these destinations?
Which destinations are best for snorkeling and marine life?
Belize, the Bahamas, and the Virgin Islands are among the top choices for snorkeling thanks to clear waters, coral reefs, and abundant marine life.
Can Luxury Yacht Vacation help with multi-island itinerary planning?
Which destinations are best for quiet, secluded anchorages?
The Grenadines, Belize islands, and outlying cays of the Bahamas offer serene, uncrowded bays perfect for a peaceful getaway.