Charter Yacht Fidelity: Summer Discounts for 2012

The charter yacht Fidelity, a 46-foot Jeanneau sloop, is announcing two summer discounts...

Charter Yacht Fidelity - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters in the Virgin Islands

Summer Sailing Vacations in the Grenadines

1) Down Island Charter Special – 25% off

Join Captain Bob and Chef Debbie Anderson on the sail down island from the Virgin Islands and save 25% off the normal charter rates. Fidelity is available to charter for all or part of the trip down to the Grenadines, departing mid-June. Please contact Paradise Connections for schedule details.  

2) 15% discount on charters in the Grenadines

Charter s/v Fidelity this summer in the Grenadines and take advantage of their summer season special discount of 15% for charters of 7 nights or longer.

And, Fidelity now has air conditioning... so you can truly chill out this summer in the islands!

RATES	Standard	10% off	25% off
2 guests	$5,999/wk	$5,399	$4,499
3 guests	$6,999/wk	$6,299	$5,299
4 guests	$7,999/wk	$7,199	$5,999

Fidelity is air conditioned and accommodates up to four guests in two cabins (choose 2 of the 3). The forward guest cabin has a "walkaround" queen berth with ensuite head/shower, and the aft cabins have queen-sized berths with ensuite head/shower. Fidelity has a 12-foot dinghy with 25HP motor, snorkel equipment, tube, kneeboard, 2-person kayak, see-through floating mat, noodles, beach games, board games, cards, widescreen laptop computer for watching DVDs, and WiFi. Please note that Fidelity is a NON-SMOKING yacht.

FIDELITY is currently available for CHRISTMAS  and NEW YEARS

It's not too early... Book NOW!

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

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TransAtlantic Crossing Passage Charter: ANAHITA May-June 2011

The charter yacht ANAHITA, a 62-foot Dynamique sloop, is offering two spots on their transAtlantic repositioning charter. The departure has been postponed to the end of May (around the 20th of May 2011).

(A) Northeast Caribbean -- (B) Azores -- (C) Gibraltar -- (D) Montenegro
Click map to enlarge

DETAILS:

Anahita has scheduled an Atlantic crossing for the end of May 2011 (around the 20th) and can welcome aboard two guests for the following legs:

• First leg, Caribbean to Gibraltar: 
• Ports: Departure would be from either St. Thomas, St. Martin, or Antigua to Gibraltar, with a 3-day stop in the Azores.
• Duration: 30 days.
• Cost: $5000/guest, all inclusive except bar. While in port in the Azores, only continental breakfast will be served and no other food is included in the charter fee.

• Second leg, Gibraltar to Montenegro:
• Ports: Gibraltar to Budva, Montenegro, with no stops
• Duration: 11 days.
• Cost : $3000/guest, all inclusive except bar.

Book one or BOTH legs!

Charter Yacht ANAHITA - Winter: Caribbean / Summer: Eastern Mediterranean Yacht Charters

COMMENTS:

It is fair to say that -- having sailed only in the Mediterranean and never in “Proper” oceans -- I was somewhat worried regards to crossing the Atlantic, my journey into the unknown! I needed not have worried: From the moment I stepped aboard I felt at ease and very much enjoyed the crossing -- So many thanks for making it so easy: Well hosted. Best wishes to you both for much happiness together, kind seas, and fair winds. If you ever find your way to York, make sure you look me up.

- Bruce (Antigua-Azores-Gibraltar, May 2-June 1, 2010

There are many stories to be told about four guys on a 3,228 mile, 29-day transatlantic crossing, but the one that strikes me as being the best is meeting the Anahita captain, Bijan. Myself an owner of a 1980 38’ Shannon cutter ketch with two transatlantic crossings, I would say this crossing (12/01/09 -12/29/09) was one of the easiest of the three. As a captain you should know & be able to diagnose every sound emanating from your boat, understand & never chance your boat's abilities under all sea conditions, & have an ability to take command of all crew situations. I can say from doing this trip with Bijan that he is aware of all of these situations, even while asleep. The boat is equipped with two types of communication with the land via sailmail, an email service, & satellite telephone. I had been in contact through sailmail with my family & thereby kept them informed as to where the boat was & that all was as well. Now as for luxury, I can truly say there is nothing missing in accommodations or entertainment (Plasma TV for evening movies). My room was large, airy, & comfortable for two & extremely large for one. Of course, it has a head with shower with enough hot water to keep you happy. The galley was a delight to work in with a three-burner stove & oven that was easy to handle & make delicious hot evening meals. We even made fresh bread in the electric bread maker. Over all the Anahita was a delight to spend time on & would give anyone a great time to remember.

- Regards, Noah (Gibraltar to St Martin, Nov. 2009)

What a wonderful opportunity of an adventure charter this will be for 2-4 lucky people.  We love passages. It is so cool to look out and just see water all the way out to the horizon... Of course, you'll see the occasional ship and flotsam can get quite exciting.  Maybe you will even catch a nice fish for dinner on your way!

Bijan and Roseanne look forward to having you aboard.

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book ANAHITA
View Anahita's online brochure
Visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

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TransAtlantic Crossing Charter: Yacht ANAHITA April/May 2011

The charter yacht ANAHITA, a 62-foot Dynamique sloop, is offering two spots on their transAtlantic repositioning charter.

(A) Northeast Caribbean -- (B) Azores -- (C) Gibraltar -- (D) Montenegro

DETAILS:

Anahita has scheduled an Atlantic crossing for the end of April 2011 May 2011 (around the 20th) and can welcome aboard two guests for the following legs:

• First leg, Caribbean to Gibraltar: 
• Ports: Departure would be from either St. Thomas, St. Martin, or Antigua to Gibraltar, with a 3-day stop in the Azores.
• Duration: 30 days.
• Cost: $5000/guest, all inclusive except bar. While in port in the Azores, only continental breakfast will be served and no other food is included in the charter fee.

• Second leg, Gibraltar to Montenegro:
• Ports: Gibraltar to Budva, Montenegro, with no stops
• Duration: 11 days.
• Cost : $3000/guest, all inclusive except bar.

Book one or BOTH legs!

Charter Yacht ANAHITA - Winter: Caribbean / Summer: Eastern Mediterranean Yacht Charters

COMMENTS:

It is fair to say that -- having sailed only in the Mediterranean and never in “Proper” oceans -- I was somewhat worried regards to crossing the Atlantic, my journey into the unknown! I needed not have worried: From the moment I stepped aboard I felt at ease and very much enjoyed the crossing -- So many thanks for making it so easy: Well hosted. Best wishes to you both for much happiness together, kind seas, and fair winds. If you ever find your way to York, make sure you look me up.

- Bruce (Antigua-Azores-Gibraltar, May 2-June 1, 2010

There are many stories to be told about four guys on a 3,228 mile, 29-day transatlantic crossing, but the one that strikes me as being the best is meeting the Anahita captain, Bijan. Myself an owner of a 1980 38’ Shannon cutter ketch with two transatlantic crossings, I would say this crossing (12/01/09 -12/29/09) was one of the easiest of the three. As a captain you should know & be able to diagnose every sound emanating from your boat, understand & never chance your boat's abilities under all sea conditions, & have an ability to take command of all crew situations. I can say from doing this trip with Bijan that he is aware of all of these situations, even while asleep. The boat is equipped with two types of communication with the land via sailmail, an email service, & satellite telephone. I had been in contact through sailmail with my family & thereby kept them informed as to where the boat was & that all was as well. Now as for luxury, I can truly say there is nothing missing in accommodations or entertainment (Plasma TV for evening movies). My room was large, airy, & comfortable for two & extremely large for one. Of course, it has a head with shower with enough hot water to keep you happy. The galley was a delight to work in with a three-burner stove & oven that was easy to handle & make delicious hot evening meals. We even made fresh bread in the electric bread maker. Over all the Anahita was a delight to spend time on & would give anyone a great time to remember.

- Regards, Noah (Gibraltar to St Martin, Nov. 2009)

What a wonderful opportunity of an adventure charter this will be for 2-4 lucky people.  We love passages. It is so cool to look out and just see water all the way out to the horizon... Of course, you'll see the occasional ship and flotsam can get quite exciting.  Maybe you will even catch a nice fish for dinner on your way!

Bijan and Roseanne look forward to having you aboard.

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book ANAHITA
View Anahita's online brochure
Visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

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Charter Pacific Northwest / British Columbia Canada

The 114-foot (34.7m)  motor vessel PACIFIC YELLOWFIN is available for crewed charter in the Pacific Northwest.  Cruise beautiful British Columbia, Canada.

M/V Pacific Yellowfin - Chartering the Pacific Northwest

British Columbia (BC) Canada Yacht Charters

Pacific Yellowfin has a crew of 5 and can accommodate up to 12 guests in 4 guests cabins.

In peak summer, Desolation Sound is a popular choice. Very warm* air and water temperatures. High speed watersports in warm water. Swimming in warm salt water right off the yacht, or in warm lakes. Guests typically arrive by seaplane from Vancouver or Seattle to Taku Resort on Quadra Island.
* Disclaimer: Warm by PNW standards... not Caribbean warm :)

Sample Itineraries for:

• Gulf Islands
• Desolation Sound
• Broughton Archipelago
• Great Bear Rainforest

Tenders & Toys:

• 22-foot (6.7m) 8-person Runabout with 150 hp Yamaha 4-stroke and large canvas top and side panels
• 24-foot (7.3m) Beach landing craft with 115 hp Yamaha 4-stroke

The tenders are ideal for fishing and high speed sightseeing. The landing craft's ramp is perfect for easy access to remote islands and landing the offroad scooters or mountain bikes.

• 3-person GTX Sea-Doo Wave Runner
• Ocean Kayaks: 2 double and 4 single
• Sport Kayaks: 4 Bilbao single
• Water skis
• Wake board
• Banana / hot dog
• Tubes
• Snorkeling gear
• Water trampoline
• 8 mountain bikes
• 4 one-person 50cc motor bikes
• Golf tee
• Extensive fishing gear for all types of fishing
• Air target rifles
• Prawn & Crab trap
• Water Pistols

RATES: Summer 2011, in US Dollars

• $65,000 USD/week - 8 guests
• $66,400 USD/week - 9 guests
• $67,800 USD/week - 10 guests
• $69,200 USD/week - 11 guests
• $70,600 USD/week - 12 guests

Rates include meals, non alcoholic beverages, and fuel.
Rates do not include 12% tax, bar, and customary crew gratuity.

YouTube video of m/v Pacific Yellowfin from TravelChannel segment

Please note that m/v Pacific Yellowfin has TWO eBrochure links below.

We look forward to your inquiries.

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book PACIFIC YELLOWFIN
View Pacific Yellowfin's online brochure #1 and online brochure #2
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

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WANDERBIRD: Maine to New York City Repositioning Cruise

There is only ONE cabin available for the November 8-15, 2010 Cruise of Coastal New England from Belfast, Maine to New York City.

Wanderbird Repositioning Cruise from Belfast, Maine to New York City

Possible ports of call may include Gloucester Ma, Provincetown MA, Cape Cod Canal, Buzzards Bay MA, Newport RI, Block Island RI, Greenport, CT and New York City.

Rate:  $999/person, less a $150 last-minute discount = $849/person
All-inclusive, except for sodas & alcoholic beverages, 10% crew gratuity

What an adventure!

Enjoy a comfortable, intimate setting (only 12 passengers per cruise) with beautiful yacht-style furnished cabins, homemade delicious food and pastries. Get away from it all and enjoy an adventure cruise with Wanderbird. Captains Rick & Karen would love to have you aboard.

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

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Wanderbird Steamer Cruise: Maine to New York City

Captain Rick wrote to us recently to let us know of Wanderbird's special cruise offering...

Join us on an old fashioned "Steamer Cruise" November 8-15, 2010 Eight days starting Monday,  November 8th through Tuesday, November 15th This is a tentative schedule, weather permitting: DAY 1: Depart Belfast, Maine to Boothbay Harbor, Maine DAY 2: To Gloucester, Maine DAY 3: To Provincetown, Maine DAY 4: To Cape Cod Canal and Newport, Rhode Island DAY 5: To Block Island, Rhode Island DAY 6: To Greenport, Long Island NY DAY 7: To New York City, NY DAY 8: To New York City, Dockside

The Tariff (all inclusive shipboard) $999/person

What a wonderful way to cruise the Coast of New England. The WANDERBIRD is well suited for this coastal cruise with heated cabins and toasty heated mattress pads along with our coach house woodstove to keep the Fall Chills outside where they belong! This coastal voyage calls at many famous New England villages AND crosses Stellwen Bank for a good opportunity whale and pelagic seabird sightings!! The air is clear and cool and the scenery never ends on this coastal voyage! We will also offer coastal navigation and watchkeeping lessons to those who are interested.

Captain Rick expects Wanderbird's Steamer Cruise to book up quickly so contact us ASAP for your bunk to adventure!

Wanderbird will be chartering in the Caribbean this winter out of Culebra, Spanish Virgin Islands.

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

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Wanderbird Adventure Sailing Passagemaking Cruise

~ ~ VESSEL WANDERBIRD SEEKS ADVENTUROUS GUEST CREWMEMBERS ~ ~

TRAMP STEAMER VOYAGE from the ARCTIC CIRCLE to HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA

~ NOW ACCEPTING GUEST CREW AND CARGO ~

Captains Rick and Karen Miles of the Expedition Steamer WANDERBIRD announce plans for a TRAMP STEAMER CRUISE to northern ports. The Wanderbird will be cruising south along the Coasts of GREENLAND, LABRADOR, NEWFOUNDLAND, CAPE BRETON ISLAND and NOVA SCOTIA in search of artifacts for the Northern Lights Gallery.

There are openings for guest crew for legs of this voyage. This cruise begins August 9th and runs through September 12, 2010. The minimum length of time for participation will be 6 days with a maximum of 29 days with a tariff of USD$200/day. Price will include 3 meals each day and a cabin as well as all of the sea training that you would like with no frills included.

See website for more details: TRAMP STEAMER CRUISE

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

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Wanderbird Expedition Cruises Adventure Sailing Eco-Tours

We are pleased to announce that we have added WANDERBIRD to our collection of charter yachts.

Besides Summers in Maine & Far North,
Wanderbird will be in Spanish Virgin Islands this winter

Come with Wanderbird on a sea adventure to explore the scenic coasts of Maine, Newfoundland, Labrador and Greenland (summer 2010 & 2011), the Caribbean (winter 2010-11), and Alaska (summer 2012) with your hosts Captains Rick and Karen. Share their dream of life on the sea on their renovated 90-foot Dutch fishing vessel, the WANDERBIRD.

10% off listed rates for FALL 2010 Maine Cruises

(See Schedule)

Wanderbird offers eco-tourism cruises that reflects their great reverence for the natural world and its creatures. You are invited to participate in informal education and interactive wildlife research projects. Join in photographing and logging the position of whales and seabirds; and listening to and recording whale songs! Wanderbird shares the wildlife information gathered with several conservation and research organizations. All of their projects are carried out with the well being of the wildlife and environment as their first and foremost consideration. A portion of Wanderbird's proceeds are donated to local animal shelters and wildlife rehabilitation facilities.

Enjoy a comfortable, intimate setting (only 12 passengers per cruise) with beautiful yacht-style furnished cabins, homemade delicious food and pastries. Get away from it all and enjoy the splendor and serenity of nature with Wanderbird. Captains Rick & Karen would love to have you aboard.

Wanderbird generally does individual cabin bookings for shared charter weeks, but there is the possibility of full-boat charters if it fits into their schedule... INQUIRE!

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

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Azores Adventure Charters aboard THE DOVE this summer 2010

We recently received an email from Captain Larry Tyler after his 54-foot charter yacht, THE DOVE made landfall in the Azores.

Charter Yacht THE DOVE, available for adventure charters in Azores this summer

Here's Larry's update:

"THE DOVE has arrived here in Faial, Azores. The trip took 17 days from St Martin. The first 12 days we had little wind and sometimes no wind at all and the little we had was on the nose, so we were forced to sail North to nearly the same Latitude as Bermuda after which we had 5 days of gales which are still blowing now. But we flew along doing 200 miles a day!!!!

"We saw a number of whales, lots of dolphins, many, many Logger Head turtles and thousands of Portuguese Man O'War jelly fish - I love watching them sail over the waves.  Went swimming a couple of times mid Atlantic with the jelly fish and the turtles, I looked up from taking photos of a turtle to find The Dove was slowly sailing away and Jenny had gone down below. I can't even start to imagine what it must be like to fall overboard.

"Great to have arrived though, and not have to try to sleep at 45 degrees. I'm sitting here now at the saloon table checking my emails and listening to the wind outside howling in the rigging of all the yachts that are here while the boat hardly moves. Bliss..."

THE DOVE is available for adventure charters this summer in the Azores.

Azores Adventure!  The Dove is offering eco-adventure charters this summer in the Azores for guests interested in participating in the sailing and experiencing wildlife up close.  Owner / captain Laurence Tyler is offering the very attractive rates of $7,000/week for 4 guests (not each!) and $5,000/week for 2 guests. This rate is inclusive of provisions, standard bar, table wines and marina fees.

I bet that most of you can't say: "Been there, done that, got the T-shirt" :)

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

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