Antigua and St. Martin

When you board your yacht charter it is likely that you will sit down, have a drink and talk through what you are interested in seeing as the crew has excellent local knowledge of the are. You can visit

• Barbuda,
• St. Kitts and Nevis,
• St. Barts & St. Martin,
• Antigua

Antigua has 365 beaches, Nonsuch Bay, with several superb and uncrowded anchorages, is just a short sail away from Nelson's Dockyard. At Bird Island, you'll lie safely in anchor, while the Atlantic breaks harmlessly on the encircling reef. At Green Island you'll find mangroves, hermit crabs, pelicans, and lovely coves and beaches, one of which is so beautiful it's called "the garden of eden". There's excellent snorkeling along the outer reef and on smaller reefs scattered here and there throughout the bay.

And of course there's Barbuda, remote and incredibly beautiful, with just one village and three hotels. Along the leeward side of the island you'll see turtles basking in the shallow's, while you swim in water that's crystal clear, yet deliciously warm. This is a very secluded spot, anchored off the beach in the evening when darkness comes and there's no sound but the gentle lapping of the water on the beach. The stars shine like pinpoints of fire in a sky unspoiled by any other light. Many charters spend at least two days enjoying this unforgettable place.

Setting aside time to tour the quiet mountainous island of St. Kitts. See arawak and carib rock carvings, grand plantation homes from the french and english colonial eras, the imposing fort on brimstone hill, and the lush rain forest . You can take a taxi from the port town of Basseterre to Brimstone Hill. Hike to the fort at the top for dazzling views of the neighboring islands. Then go on to lunch at a plantation-turned guesthouse.

Nevis is a 3,000 foot high volcanic cone rising out of the sea. Alexander Hamilton was born here; museums in the port of Charleston commemorate both events.

Arriving in St. Barts, dinghy ashore and hire a mini moke to explore the island. Stop for some french cheese and baget, a bottle of water and some french wine and set out for some of the most spectacular beaches in the Caribbean. After lunch, sail to Ile Fourche and anchor in the harbor - the remnants of its volcanic cone.

Sail around in your chartered yacht to Gustavia - the St. Tropez of the caribbean. Gustavia has some fantastic shopping and some interesting sights. The evening in Gustavia, dinner ashore here is a consideration as there are many world renown restaurants on this very island.

Sail over to dutch St. Martin, on the leeward coast and across to Road bay, Anguilla. Watch the sunset over Prickly Pear Cays while enjoying a cocktail on deck. If you would like to visit Anguilla you will need to know that the government charge charter yachts $125 per day for the pleasure of visiting this island. This cost will be for the charterer's account.

Sail to the Prickly Pear Cays for some of the most spectacular snorkeling. Anchor in Crocus Bay, Anguilla for the evening. Explore the wonders of little bay by dinghy. Then set sail for Grande Case, St. Martin. Anchor in the harbor and stroll through this historic fishing village, where lovely west indian buildings house art galleries and gourmet restaurants.

On the day that you will be disembarking, the captain will make sure that you are back on the dock by 12 noon. The captain of the yacht will make all necessary decisions about weather, safety and timing. He will be talking to you each day about what's next on the agenda and what is possible. Our captains have excellent local knowledge and are totally professional in what they do. He will ensure that you have the vacation of a lifetime. Don't forget that this is your holiday, let the captain worry about the details, that is what the crew are there for.