Christmas is coming... Book your yacht charter now

Yes, we realize this is Memorial Day weekend which means it is still not even Summer yet, but if you are interested in a yacht charter for either Christmas or New Years, please contact us as soon as possible... Especially if you need a larger, 8-person sailboat.

Ann & Rik of SANDCASTLE

Most of our 8-person sailboats are already booked for New Years (but still inquire and we'll see what we can do) although Christmas week has more availability.

This year Christmas and New Years fall on a Sunday. In general, Christmas charters must end by the December 28th at the latest, while a New Years charter cannot begin earlier than December 27th. This is to allow the yachts to charter both holidays.  If your dates don't quite coincide with this recommendation, let us know and we will make inquiries for your specific charter dates. Some boats are a bit more flexible or your dates might fit in perfectly with their other bookings.

Also, if you want to cover both holidays, you can do so with a 10-night charter.

DRUMBEAT asks if You've Been Naughty or Nice

As this is Memorial Day weekend, it is the perfect opportunity to discuss your holiday vacation plans with your family and friends.

Looking forward to your inquiries!

Have a wonderful weekend... Sheila & Bob

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Charter Catamaran NAUTICAT OF FOWEY Recipe : Leek, Mushroom & Feta Filo Rolls

The charter yacht NAUTICAT OF FOWEY, a 47-foot Leopard catamaran, has a recipe to share:

LEEK, MUSHROOM AND FETA FILO ROLLS

First make your filling:

• Wash and finely slice 3 leeks and a handful of mushrooms.
• Gently sauté these in a pan with a little olive oil and a couple of sprigs of thyme and seasoning to taste.
• Mix in 3 – 4 oz of crumbled feta cheese or you can use goats’ cheese if you prefer. 
• Allow mixture to cool while you prepare your filo.

Prepare your filo:

• Take one packet of filo and carefully open out the sheets and lay them on a board and cover with some cling wrap to keep them moist.
• Melt one stick of butter.
• Take a sheet of filo and lay it on your work board – brush it carefully with the melted butter. Lay a second sheet on top. Cut the two sheets into three sections to give three oblongs and brush around the four edges of each one.

Now make the filo rolls:

• At the top end of each, place a small tight bundle of your leek mixture and fold in the top and the two sides all the way down.
• Roll these up into cigar shape parcels and place onto a baking sheet with the seam underneath.
• When all complete, brush the tops with beaten egg and chill down in the fridge for an hour or so.
• Cook in a hot oven for about 20 minutes or until the tops have gone golden brown. 

Variations – You can make much bigger ones to make as a main veggie dish and you could use any combo of cooked /leftover veg and herbs and cheese – maybe Brie or Mozzarella to make them a little bit gooey.

– Enjoy!

Charter Yacht Catamaran NAUTICAT OF FOWEY

Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters / Sailing Vacations in the BVIs, St Vincent & the Grenadines

Nauticat is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 cabins, each with Queen berth and ensuite head/shower. Nauticat has a 12-foot dinghy with 25HP motor, tube, 2-person kayak, snorkel gear, TV/DVD in salon, portable DVD player, iPod, Kindle with many eBooks, etc.

Nauticat of Fowey is currently in the Virgin Islands. They would like to stay in the BVIs through July and then head down to the Grenadines, but it depends on booking requests... So, if you are interested in a yacht charter this summer, inquire about their location as they are a bit flexible. Nauticat of Fowey will start the 2011-12 season in the Virgin Islands through New Years and then the have a charter in the Grenadines mid-January 2012... But keep them in mind for the VIs, too... plans can change :)

RATES: Summer (May 1-December 14, 2011):

• 2 guests=$8,960/wk -- 4 guests=$9,560 -- 6 guests=$10,480

RATES: Winter (through April 30, 2012):

• 2 guests=$10,200/wk -- 4 guests=$10,700 -- 6 guests=$11,950
  

NAUTICAT is currently available for CHRISTMAS  and NEW YEARS

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

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Looking forward to your inquiries!

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book NAUTICAT OF FOWEY
View Nauticat of Fowey's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

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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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Charter Yacht Pacific Wave: Special Offer & New Video

We would like to remind you that the charter yacht PACIFIC WAVE has decided to extend their special offer through the end of July 2011. Plus, we have a new video slideshow for Pacific Wave.

Charter Yacht Pacific Wave - Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters
Sailing Vacations in the Virgin Islands

PACIFIC WAVE has some cool offerings to entice you aboard... not that you needed any additional temptations, as Pacific Wave is all in all a wonderful yacht.

• Price reduction: Pacific Wave is continuing their $1500/week discount until the end of July 2011
• Special rates: $14,500/wk for 2 guests, $15,500 for 4, $16,500 for 6
• Diving: For 7 night charters in the BVI, Pacific Wave offers FREE rendezvous diving with UBS, a very professional dive shop, for bespoke personal accompanied dives and training. Enjoy TWO personal tailor-made 2-tank half-day dives for up to 3 people (additional divers pay $110/half day) or ONE personal tailor-made 2-tank half-day dive for 6 people. Dive only with your family and friends from private dive boats that rendezvous with Pacific Wave wherever she is anchored in the BVI. An experienced PADI Instructor accompanies the dive and can give certified instruction. All equipment included. ($700 value)
• Spa Treatments: Get FREE pampering at a quality Spa at either Peter Island Resort or Bitter End Yacht Club. A free massage or any treatment up to a value of $150/adult.
• Free Bar: There are no additional bar bills on BVI charters unless special wines or spirits are requested by special order.
• Zoom Zoom Watersports: Enjoy Pacific Wave's brand spanking new $25,000 deluxe hard bottom Caribe dinghy and 70HP Yamaha outboard.

PACIFIC WAVE is a 72-foot Giorgetti & Magrini designed, Pesaro sloop which accommodates up to six guests in 3 cabins, each with ensuite head/shower. The full-width master cabin aft has two double berths and a private companionway into the aft cockpit. The other two guest cabins have twin-sized upper and lower berths (bunks). Beautiful yacht and excellent hospitality!

Comments from guests we had aboard Pacific Wave last November.

This would be an excellent Mother's Day or Father's Day present! Come on down and enjoy a sailing vacation aboard the charter yacht PACIFIC WAVE in the beautiful waters of the Caribbean.

Don't you deserve to be pampered and have fun?!

PACIFIC WAVE 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 PACIFIC WAVE
View Pacific Waves's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

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Catamaran Good Medicine: Enjoying Peter Island in the BVIs

Today we have Bob & Sueno from the charter yacht GOOD MEDICINE, a 46-foot Fontaine Pajot catamaran, as guest bloggers...

LUXURY FOR SAILORS

The Peter Island Resort welcomes visiting sailors to come ashore and enjoy paradise. Bob and Sueno can show you the best way to experience the delights of this 5-star resort.

Have a look around the beautiful grounds, shop at the amazing Boutique, take a dip in the ocean side pool or simply revel in the view over a fabulous rum smoothie at the bar.

Better yet, take a stroll to Deadman’s Beach Bar and Grille to try one of Captain’s famous cocktails followed with a gourmet lunch overlooking the beach.

Maybe it is time to truly pamper yourself at Tradewinds restaurant with a fine dining and wine tasting experience. Good Medicine for everyone.

- Bob & Sueno, s/v Good Medicine

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Charter Yacht Catamaran Good Medicine - Yacht Charters and CME cruises
Crewed Caribbean Sailing Vacations in the Virgin Islands & The Grenadines

Good Medicine is a 46-foot Fontaine Pajot catamaran with a crew of two. Good Medicine is fully air conditioned and  accommodates up to six guests in three cabins, each with Queen berths and ensuite head/shower, plus they can accommodate two children in the salon or the single cabins in the "forepaws". Good Medicine has a 12-foot dinghy with 30HP motor, tube, kneeboard, wakeboard, two-person kayak, snorkel gear, floating mats, hammock, TV/DVD in salon, etc.

Catamaran GOOD MEDICINE offers special charters for CME (Continuing Medical Education) Courses.  What a wonderful venue to earn your required credits!  Read our previous post concerning CME cruises aboard the charter yacht Good Medicine.

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

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EASTER SPECIAL - Charter Yacht Catamaran Nauticat of Fowey

The charter yacht NAUTICAT OF FOWEY, a Leopard 47 catamaran, has a special offer for an Easter yacht charter.

Last minute Easter special... Nautical of Fowey is offering a 7-night, all-inclusive charter in the Grenadines for 6 guests for the 4-person rate of $10,700/week.

Good for any 7-night charter between April 15th and April 30th 2011. 

See our previous post for introducing Nauticat of Fowey.

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book NAUTICAT OF FOWEY
View Nauticat of Fowey's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

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Charter Yacht OCEANS SEVEN SQUARED: Caribbean Winter Special

For the remainder of the winter Caribbean season, OCEANS SEVEN SQUARED is offering a special 10% discount off all charters.

Charter Yacht Oceans Seven Squared - Crewed Yacht Charters Sailing Vacations 

Winter: Caribbean --- Summer: Eastern Mediterranean, Croatia

OCEANS SEVEN SQUARED (ex-Kalikobass II) has four spacious double staterooms each with King bed which can convert to twin singles.  The two forward guest staterooms have a partition that can be removed to make a large master cabin with centerline King bed. (In this configuration OCEANS 7² is suitable if there are 6 guests or fewer in the charter party.)  All staterooms have ensuite bath with stall shower & seat for added comfort with closing glass door.  Guest staterooms are complete with entertainment center including television, DVD, sound system, beverage refrigerator, safe and air conditioning unit with controls. Crew quarters, galley & crew mess are located aft. Water toys include: waterskis, wakeboard, tube, two kayaks, windsurfer, snorkel equipment, fishing gear, etc.

SPECIAL WINTER RATE:

• $54,000/week for up to 8 guests, plus all expenses (normally $60,000/wk

Summer plans are to focus on the Eastern Mediterranean and Croatia. OCEANS 7² summer rate is unchanged from last year, i.e. €50,000 plus all expenses for up to 8 guests.

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book OCEANS 7²
View Ocean Seven Squared's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

Charter Motoryacht KAPALUA in the Grenadines - Special offer

Kapalua, a stunning 115-foot Crescent motoryacht, awaits you in the Grenadines with a special offer for this winter...

Charter Yacht Kapalua is available for Caribbean yacht charters in the Grenadines this winter

This stunning 115’ Crescent is offering 8 nights for the price of 7 at the reduced rate of $39,000 per week, plus expenses (regular rate is $44,000/wk).

Kapalua is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 9 guests in 4 staterooms with en-suite baths (1 King, 2 Queens, 1 Twins with kid's pullman).

Notable features of KAPALUA:

• 5 Crew led by Captain Ken Maff
• Jacuzzi tub in Master Stateroom
• Waverunner
• 15’ tender
• On deck Jacuzzi
• Nintendo, Wii
• VSAT constant wireless internet/Communications included in charter rate

If you're feeling the need to warm up a bit, come on down and relax in the beautiful blue water of the Caribbean, contact us and we'll help you out!

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

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Catamaran NAUTICAT new to charter yacht fleet

We would like to welcome charter yacht NAUTICAT OF FOWEY, a 47-foot Leopard catamaran, to the yacht charter fleet.

Welcome Bill & Ali

Bill and Ali, owner-operators of Nauticat, have been on a whirlwind schedule and are fresh from a refit on Sint Maarten where they have upgraded their catamaran for charters.

Prawn Mango Salad

Bill is originally from Cork, Ireland and has been into sports since his school days. He joined the RAF as an electronics technician and then flew for commercial airlines. Left flying due to the recession and took up sailing! Ali started sailing as a young child on the river Medway in Kent, England. After being made redundant in the corporate world in 2002, she earned her certificate from Leith's in London and after gaining experience in luxury hotels she had her own restaurant,  the well-known water side restaurant "Zutshi's at the Toll Bar" in Fowey that went on to win the coveted Remy Marten award in 2008.  Ali & Bill got together in 2006. They have since sold the restaurant, bought Nauticat and now you can experience their hospitality, excellent cuisine, and sailing experience aboard their charter catamaran in the Grenadines.

Be sure to check out Ali's sample menu!

Charter Yacht Catamaran NAUTICAT OF FOWEY

Crewed Caribbean Yacht Charters / Sailing Vacations in St Vincent & the Grenadines

Nauticat is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 cabins, each with Queen berth and ensuite head/shower. Nauticat has a 12-foot dinghy with 25HP motor, tube, 2-person kayak, snorkel gear, TV/DVD in salon, portable DVD player, iPod, Kindle with many eBooks, etc.

RATES: Winter (through April 30, 2011):

• 2 guests=$10,200/wk -- 4 guests=$10,700 -- 6 guests=$11,950

RATES: Summer (May 1-December 14, 2011):

• 2 guests=$8,960/wk -- 4 guests=$9,560 -- 6 guests=$10,480

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book NAUTICAT OF FOWEY
View Nauticat of Fowey's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

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