Step aboard Déjà Vu, a 2022 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 from BVI Yacht Charters, and be amazed by this catamaran. Building on the success of the Lucia 40, the Isla 40 offers modern design elements, including its distinctive round bow and a spacious, comfortable salon. HELM STATION One of the standout features of the Isla 40 is its helm station. Positioned to starboard and raised for superb visibility over the cabin top and Bimini, the helm station is designed with ease of sail control in mind. ... Read More »
FEBRUARY 2024 Newsletter: You have vacation dreams. We have dream vacations…
If you've never sailed in the BVI before, or even if you have, this is a great insight into what a day might look like when you sail with BVI Yacht Charters. Its a fun compilation of real footage by our guests living their best lives. Thanks to everyone who contributed! FEBRUARY'S FEATURED PROMOTION... LAGOON 46 BVI Yacht Charters is to be home to 6 fabulous Lagoon 46’s. C’est La Vie, Rendez-Vous, Tortuga, Myelli, Blue Regeneration and Movelli. The Lagoon 46 stands out in the ... Read More »
Onboard a Lagoon 46 – the Ultimate Charter Vessel
BVI Yacht Charters is proud to be home to 4 fabulous Lagoon 46's. C'est La Vie, Rendez-Vous, Tortuga & Myelli, all call BVI YC their home year round. Blue Regeneration and Movelli are here for the winter months and will set sail for the Mediterranean in April. The Lagoon 46, is arguably, the perfect charter catamaran. Copious amounts of interior living space, combined with a full flybridge accessed from both sides of the cockpit, an adjoining sun deck AND a forward cockpit, give the ... Read More »
THAILAND: A Spectacular Fusion of Culture, Adventure, and Natural Beauty
Welcome to Thailand, a captivating destination in the heart of South-East Asia. Thailand's rich cultural heritage and ancient history create a unique tapestry that awaits your discovery. Warm Hospitality: The Thai people are renowned for their warm and friendly nature, making every traveler feel at home. Scenic Wonders: Prepare to be captivated by Thailand's stunning landscapes, from lush jungles and towering mountains to serene lakes. The scenery here is truly ... Read More »
Escape Aboard Gypsy Princess: Exquisite Cuisine and Memorable Adventures
This week we visited Gypsy Princess. From the moment we stepped foot on the stunning 45' Lagoon catamaran, we were greeted by a warm and welcoming crew with beaming smiles, instantly making us feel at home. As we entered the galley, our senses were tantalized by the aroma of delicious Mediterranean Tasters beautifully laid out, tempting our taste buds. The Gypsy Princess, revealed itself as a haven of luxury and comfort, promising an unforgettable sailing experience. Captivating Adventures: ... Read More »
Sailing Yacht Aura: The Epitome of Luxury with Our Crewed Yacht Vacation Experience
As the season came to a close, we had the pleasure of visiting Sailing Vessel Aura, a 65-foot Lagoon Sixty 5 known for its luxury and comfort. The friendly crew, Jos and Julia, welcomed us with freshly baked muffins. Aura proved to be a haven of comfort, promising a memorable sailing adventure. Meet Captain Jos & Mate/Hostess Julia: Your Charismatic Seafaring Duo Jos and Julia, originally from England, have spent over a decade exploring the world together. They began their journey teaching ... Read More »
The great advantages of a crewed charter (whether you’re an experienced sailor or not)
A Crewed Yacht in the BVI comes with a Captain, Chef/Hostess, additional crew members on larger vessels, gourmet cuisine, an ‘open bar, and a wide selection of ‘water toys’ and entertainment systems. It’s the perfect way not only for inexperienced sailors to explore the beautiful islands, but also for those who might have plenty of experience but simply want to sit back, be pampered and let someone else take care of the day-to-day chores. When you contact us for a crewed yacht charter, we ... Read More »
Candid Review of the Entry & Testing Process by 2nd Time Visitors Mark & Becky
Becky and I have now done the process twice. We will say the first time (Dec 1 was a little bit disjointed). Several processes were not finalized and facilities were not yet ready. This second time on January 24th, the process was very smooth. We submitted our travel request BVI - Travel Authorisation (bviaa.com) and it was reviewed and approved very quickly. The only snag was that for Becky we needed something to prove her reservation of where she was staying. Abbie was able to add ... Read More »
Our 2021 Sailing Catamaran Trip to BVI: Peter, Atlanta GA
Posted on the 20th of January 2021 by Cassie Roost. Five kids, four parents, turquoise waters and blue skies. Our recent sailing trip with BVI Yacht charters was our best catamaran experience yet, and we have had at least seven across 10 countries. Covid did not stop our fun!! Like many, we were waiting to see how the new BVI reopening rules would affect us and we understood the process, we were ready to go for it! The BVI Government has worked out their system, it is quite effective and ... Read More »
BRANDYWINE BAY
Posted on February 14 2020. Brandywine Bay is a secluded bay on the south side of Tortola, just around the corner from BVI Yacht Charters and is known to be surprisingly swell-free. This wonderfully calm and secure anchorage with white sandy beach has 2 mooring balls, with plans to extend this number to six very soon and is an excellent option for charter guests at the beginning or end of their sailing vacation. The main reason to visit Brandywine Bay is to visit one of Tortola’s best ... Read More »
BVI Now App
Posted on February 13 2020. A new mobile application that allows visitors and residents to find places to stay, dine, shop or relax has been launched in the British Virgin Islands. The app, which is called BVI Now, allows users to access the information without the need of an internet connection. Download BVI NOW for free from the App store and Google Play Store Find the best beach Shows you both quiet/secluded and lively beach options closest to you Find great eating and drinking ... Read More »
NEW: Online Provisioning
Posted on February 13 2020. A NEW GREAT ONLINE PROVISIONING SERVICE First Choice Provisioning is the number one online Tortola grocery store for those who prefer to buy quality products without much effort. Arrange your provisioning online before your charter and have it delivered to our docks.... First Choice Provisioning will help you to avoid crowded BVI grocery stores, long lines in traffic and give you more time to relax and enjoy your time on board your yacht. Being the ... Read More »
6 NEW RESTAURANTS WORTH A VISIT
Many of the British Virgin Islands’ restaurants have reopened for business since hurricane Irma. In this blog we would like to pay attention to 6 new restaurants on Tortola and Virgin Gorda that either recently reopened or are completely new and are worth mentioning. We have had a meal in all 6 restaurants and were pleasantly surprised of the fantastic tropical ambience combined with their superior quality of food. We were wondering if our guests new about these little gems..... For an ... Read More »
DONATE A TOWEL
Posted on October 28 2019 It’s a well-known fact that the crew at BVI Yacht charters are Animal Lovers. We are no strangers to caring for our local four legged friends, offering them food, shelter, veterinary care and cuddles. 2 years ago, after the storms we gave 5 stray dogs shelter and food on our docks, until we could transport them to the USA, where they all found a loving forever home! Read more about this story here. Nowadays, 3 BVIYC girls are dedicating lots of hours ... Read More »
OLD WILLY-T IS NOW A DIVE SITE
Posted on September 24 2019. EXCITING NEW DIVE SITE The original William Thornton aka ‘Willy T’, which was destroyed by Hurricane Irma on September 6, 2017 was sunk at Key Bay off Peter Island on August 7, 2019, where it has become a dive site. Divers can now encounter skeletal pirates scrubbing the decks or planning their next plundering mission when they visit the BVIs. The sinking was done by Beyond the Reef, a locally based non-profit organization specializing in creating ... Read More »
NEW: Catering for Charters
Posted on September 20 2019. A NEW GREAT CATERING SERVICE Captain's Kitchen, run by Captain Fiona on Tortola, is now offering amazing catering packages for you to purchase on our bareboat charters, for those who do not like to cook on board. Fiona is an amazing chef and you will have great gourmet food on board your sailing yacht! For those who have Bareboated before, you will understand the frustration with having to provision yourself on arrival. No more wasting valuable sailing, ... Read More »
Annapolis Boat Show Oct 10-14 2019
Posted on September 6 2019. COME AND MEET US IN PERSON Put the dates in your agenda and visit us at the Annapolis Boat Show in October. Our team is excited to meet you and to give you nice brochures and lots of information of our yachts and sailing in the BVI. The show is this year from Thursday October 10 until Monday October 14 Come and visit our booth and catch up with our staff. This year we will have Anthony, Abbie, Cassie and Kirstie available for you! Book your next charter and ... Read More »
BOATYBALL: reserve a mooring
Posted on July 17 2019. A GREAT MOORING RESERVATION APP Some popular anchorages in the BVI are filled up quickly during the day, so if you want to secure a mooring on your charter, you will normally have to arrive early to find one available for your overnight stay. There is now a new reservation system for mooring balls, which cost a bit more, but makes sure you have a mooring available for you upon arrival. BoatyBall is an App that allows you to reserve and pay for mooring balls located ... Read More »
OUR NEW LAGOON 380: AFFORDABLE & SPACIOUS
Posted on July 5 2019. If you thought that sailing a catamaran was out of your price range then think again! Our 2 brand new 2019 Lagoon 380s - Mr. T and Daiquiri - are extremely affordable and will be available this summer in Croatia until October for only $4,800 a week. They will both be back in the BVI from December to April from $5400 per week to $6800 per week in high season. This beautifully designed catamaran may be the smallest is our fleet but is surprisingly spacious! ... Read More »
2019 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Posted on May 28 2019. We couldn't have done it without you! 2019 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and Hall of Fame!! Thanks to all our wonderful guests!! Each year, TripAdvisor gives Certificate of Excellence awards to hotels, restaurants, tours and other tourist attractions, that show continued excellence in hospitality. The Certificate of Excellence award is given to us 5 years in a row, since we started our TripAdvisor account in 2014. Our guests have given us great reviews with ... Read More »
BVI GIN
Posted on May 28 2019. A few months ago we wrote a blog about our Callwood Rum, which is distilled in Cane Garden Bay on Tortola. In this blog, we want to introduce another liquor that is proudly distilled on our island Tortola: BVI GIN. BVI GIN has won ‘Best in the Americas’ at The Gin Guide Awards 2019! After Hurricane Irma, Neal and his colleague Joshua Davies wanted to spread the word about the strength and resilience of the British Virgin Islands and to create a product that ... Read More »
Introducing a new face: Kimmy
Posted on April 17 2019, by Kirstie Palmer. BVI Yacht Charters continues to grow and we would like to introduce our new staff member to the office, Kimberly (Kimmy) Cooke, who will assist us with the bookings and customer service. Kimmy is learning the ropes quickly, and many of you have already spoken with her or received an email from her. Kimmy: "Originally from Washington State and a nurse, I came for vacation years ago and fell in love with the islands and the ... Read More »
Fine Dining on Tortola
Posted on February 22 2019. Dining in the British Virgin Islands is one of the experiences with diverse atmospheres, from upscale dining, tropical settings in open-air restaurants, to small local on the beach establishments. If you are a foodie and are looking for fine-dining on Tortola, we recommend not to miss one of the following 3 up-scale restaurants that recently reopened for dinner and are excellent for a spectacular experience of quality food in combination with a luxurious ... Read More »
Crewed Charters perfect for foodies
Posted on February 20 2019. A crewed all-inclusive charter is all about sailing, beaches, watersports and relaxing, right? RIGHT! But you forget a very important part of your vacation as well: The food on board. Sailing vacations nowadays are just as much of an adventure for the taste buds as they are for the rest of the senses. Food is an essential ingredient to any unforgettable crewed charter. When you charter a crewed yacht, you get an all-inclusive experience that rivals with a ... Read More »
Cooking on board
Posted on February 17 2019. On a bareboat charter you have the choice to go ashore for your breakfast, lunch or dinner. We have many nice restaurants in the BVI anchorages for great meals and entertainment. But if you are in a secluded anchorage or just want to stay on board, it’s fun to prepare a tasty meal for yourselves on board. This does require some planning with provisioning. But keep in mind, you're on vacation! Who wants to be in the kitchen (galley) the entire time? We ... Read More »
BVI Anchorages & Marinas
Posted on December 12 2018. All our guests want to know where they can get fuel, water and ice on their charter around the BVI. They also would like to know where they can get provisions and what restaurants are open near the marinas or anchorages. In this blog we are giving a summery of what is open and available. TORTOLA Cane Carden Bay Mooring Balls available No fuel and no ice. Water is available. Grocery is open. Quito's Gazebo, Paradise Club, Myett’s Cane Garden Bay ... Read More »
2018 Crewed Charter Boat Shows
Posted on November 23 2018. Beginning of November the crewed yachts presented themselves to the yacht brokers in two 2018 crewed charter boat shows. The first boat show was held in Nanny Cay Marina, Tortola, BVI and the second show took place at Yacht Haven Grande in St. Thomas. Our broker, Abbie Turner, has visited around 100 crewed yachts and met with the crews for the upcoming charter season. These annual charter shows are important to update our knowledge of the crewed yachts, so we ... Read More »
Reef Safe Sunscreen
Posted on November 23 2018. What sailing trip to the BVI is complete without a heavy dose of sunshine? For many, the promise of sun-dulgence is one of the key reasons to visit the Caribbean. Just don’t forget to apply sunscreen! The only problem is that most sunscreens are very bad for the beautiful corals and while snorkeling over them, you might cause more damage than you realize. We know that our reefs are suffering at the hands of global climate change due to rising ocean ... Read More »
Callwood Rum Distillery
Posted on November 21 2018. Ever thought of where the name Cane Garden Bay on Tortola comes from? I’m sure you guessed it, it’s from the history of their sugarcane plantations and rum distillery, a fundamental part of the British Virgin Islands’ cultural heritage. Cane Garden Bay is home of the Callwood Rum Distillery, where they make Arundel Cane Rum. This rum has been distilled and blended by the Callwood Family for more than 200 years in Caribbean’s oldest continuously operating ... Read More »
Why “Sleep-aboard”?
Posted on October 22 2018. All our charters start at noon. We do understand it is not always easy to find flights or ferries arriving in the BVI that coincide with the start of your charter at noon. Many guests like to arrive the day before their charter to avoid delays on the day the charter start. Instead of staying in a hotel, we offer a sleep aboard option. By getting settled on your charter yacht the evening before, in general you can get an early start the next day. For $75 per ... Read More »
DONATE A TOWEL
Posted on October 18 2018 & Cassie Roost It’s a well-known fact that the crew at BVI Yacht charters are Animal Lovers. We are no strangers to caring for our local four legged friends, offering them food, shelter, veterinary care and cuddles. Last year, after the storms we gave 5 stray dogs shelter and food on our docks, until we could transport them to the USA, where they all found a loving forever home! Read more about this story here. Nowadays, 3 BVIYC girls are dedicating ... Read More »
November 2018 Special
Posted on October 18 2018. CHECK OUT THIS NOVEMBER SPECIAL Looking for a last minute vacation? We are now offering 30% discount for 8 bareboats that still have availability in November. Take advantage of this offer and book now, sail next month! Not to be combined with other offers. For more information of these yachts, click for their online brochure: Molly Too Toucan Share French Maid Freckled Parrot Fun Shway Sundance Ocean Light Moxie ... Read More »
Annapolis Boat Show Oct 4-8 2018
Posted on August 16 2018. COME AND MEET US IN PERSON Put the dates in your agenda and visit us at the Annapolis Boat Show in October. Our team is excited to meet you and to give you nice brochures and lots of information of our yachts and sailing in the BVI. The show is this year from Thursday October 4 until Monday October 8 Come and visit our booth and catch up with our staff. This year we will have Anthony, Abbie, Cassie and Kirstie available for you! Book your next charter and receive ... Read More »
Anegada Beach Club
Posted on August 16 2018. When sailing to Anegada on our charters, most guests just stay in the anchorage and visit the restaurants and bars there or travel further to the famous Loblolly Bay or Cow Wreck Beach. There is now another option: Anegada Beach Club (ABC), which is fantastic to visit during your stay on Anegada. We (Kirstie and me) visited them a week ago and we thought it had such a lovely relaxed atmosphere, that we must tell you about it! STAY FOR LUNCH OR ... Read More »
Let’s go Hiking!
Posted on July 4 2018. BVI Hiking. There is a lot more to the Virgin Islands than sun, sailing, snorkeling and sand (and sundowners). The BVI’s have over 60 islands, and seven of them have great hiking trails to explore. Many of the trails are easy to follow and others are a bit more off the beaten track and a bit more challenging. You can find 26 hikes described in the book Trails and Tales: The British Virgin Islands Hiking Guide, written by Ron Beard and sold by Amazon. If you ... Read More »
2018 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Posted on May 30 2018. We couldn't have done it without you! 2018 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and Hall of Fame!! Thanks to all our wonderful guests!! Each year, TripAdvisor gives Certificate of Excellence awards to hotels, restaurants, tours and other tourist attractions, that show continued excellence in hospitality. The Certificate of Excellence award is given to us 4 years in a row, since we started our TripAdvisor account in 2014. Our guests have given us great reviews with ... Read More »
New Willy-T Arrived
Posted on May 23 2018. The William Thornton Floating Bar & Restaurant, commonly referred to as the Willy-T is one of the most iconic bars in the British Virgin Islands. The floating bar was anchored at a mooring ball in the Bight at Norman Island from 1989 until September 2017, when it was destroyed during Hurricane Irma. After being constructed in America, the new Willy T returned to the BVI on May 10th. The owners decided to replace the original Willy T vessel with a new, ... Read More »
Crewed Charter Grenadines
Posted on April 18 2018. Most crewed yachts will be closed for the season in August, September and October in the Virgin Islands, but some will sail down south and charter in the Grenadines this summer, which is a very beautiful location for chartering too. The Grenadines are a group of islands that make a superb yacht charter destination. These unique islands have a similar feel to the British Virgin Islands and yet they are much less developed and far less busy. Sailing from island ... Read More »
Cooper Island Beach Club Reopens
Posted on April 18 2018. Cooper Island Beach Club re-opened right on schedule on April 1st, 2018. It’s one of the most beloved hotel, restaurant and bar in the British Virgin Islands. Cooper Island Beach Club, which includes everything from a boutique hotel to one of the Caribbean’s largest rum bars, has reopened its doors for Cocktails, Lunch and Dinner, after shuttering in the wake of Hurricane Irma last fall. This family owned Eco–resort on the sandy shores of Manchioneel Bay is ... Read More »
Sailing Destination: Leverick Bay
Posted on April 17 2019. One of the best sailing destinations and overnight anchorage in Virgin Gorda is Leverick Bay Resort & Marina. In this blog we will explain why we love the Leverick Bay so much and what fun things you can do there on your charter. Leverick Bay Resort and Marina is located in the beautiful Virgin Gorda, the third largest of the British Virgin Islands. Leverick Bay Resort and Marina, is surrounded by the pristine waters of a magnificent blue lagoon best known ... Read More »
Necker Island Nature Tour
Posted on March 15 2018. Have you ever heard of Necker Island? It’s the Island retreat of Billionaire, Sir Richard Branson. It is located North of the Gorda Sound and is surrounded by coral reef, turquoise waters and white beaches. Necker Island is a luxurious resort, but also has a long-standing reputation for working with conservation groups and organizations to preserve and protect the marine areas of the Caribbean. While the resort will reopen in October, you can already visit ... Read More »
BVIYC DOGS TO USA
Posted on March 14 2018, by Kirstie Palmer. Last year we wrote a blog about our BVIYC dogs Blackie and his new “girlfriend” Sophie. In November, 2 more dogs entered the pack and found shelter, food and cuddles on our docks. We named them Ben and Rascal. Last but not least, Big Ed arrived with short little stumpy legs, a big head (which gave his name) and a massive heart. Within days he made himself at home and everybody adored him so much, that Big Ed got adopted by one of our charter ... Read More »
Perfect Sailing Destination: Anegada
Posted on February 13 2018. This season is a great time to sail to the island Anegada and spend a few days there, with dozens of secluded beaches, still as gorgeous as before. Most of the hotels and beach bars are also now open for business. Apart from the beautiful white beaches, you also would like to see the flamingos, rock iguanas and rare plant species like sea lavender. The fantastic outer reef, Horseshoe Reef is rich in marine life and perfect for snorkeling or diving and dotted ... Read More »
Crewed Tandem Charters
Posted on February 12 2018. We often get inquiries for a crewed all-inclusive charter for a large group. With more than 10 guests (12 with families) it is very hard to fit everybody on one crewed yacht. Many of our clients with larger groups choose a tandem yacht charter instead, which means two or more yachts are chartered together throughout the week. These yachts will sail together, anchor within a short distance of one another, and provide some casual get-togethers throughout the ... Read More »
What’s open in the BVI?
Posted on January 24 2018. If you are visiting our website, it means that you have either booked a charter with us or are considering the BVI as your sailing vacation destination. Either way, we are delighted that you are thinking about sailing around our islands and we look forward to welcoming you for the first time or welcoming you back. Each day we celebrate the re-opening of our shops, hotels, bars and restaurants. Some establishments are still in repair, but will be open soon. In ... Read More »
Recent reviews
Posted on January 23 2018. We honestly can say that we only have received very positive reviews from our charter guests since the start of the season. It looks like everybody is having a fantastic time in the BVI’s! We are receiving a lot of questions from clients how the islands are doing at this moment and if it is a good time to sail around in the BVI. And the answer is YES! You will not see our islands this quiet and peaceful ever again, so please come and enjoy Natures Little ... Read More »
CREWED YACHTS SPECIAL FOR JANUARY
Posted on December 19 2017. To celebrate the start of the season BVI Yacht Charters is giving a crewed yacht special of $1,000 off for 4 fantastic crewed all-inclusive charter yachts in January 2018* All four crewed charter yachts have an incredible enthusiastic and professional crew, but still have availability in January 2018, which we want to fill. We have booked them many times before with great reviews! “All-Inclusive” means the fee includes the yacht, Captain, Chef, all meals, ... Read More »
Our first charters of the season!
Posted on November 21 2017. Our first bareboat and crewed charters went out last week and came back with great reviews! Both groups loved their vacation and were happy to tell us about their experience and gave us great pictures as well. MAKING MEMORIES (BAREBOAT) NOVEMBER 13-18 On November 13, our first bareboat charter guests of the season left our docks on Making Memories, a beautiful new (2017) Helia 44. The guests were very excited to be sailing and experiencing the BVI's. ... Read More »
2017 Crewed Charter Boat Shows, many stunning yachts of all types!
Posted on November 10 2017. Kicking off the Crewed Yacht Charter Season, Nanny Cay Marina, on Tortola BVI, hosted the 36th Annual BVI Charter Yacht Show from November 7th – 10th. The three-day event, organized by Charter Yacht Society BVI, showcased top-rated catamarans and sailing yachts that are available for charter this sailing season. We have lots of crewed yacht available for your next relaxed and pampered vacation. Our broker, Abbie Turner, has visited around 25 crewed yachts in ... Read More »
BVIYC DOGS BLACKIE & SOPHIE
Posted on November 10 2017. For everybody who have chartered with us before they probably remember Blackie as our very sweet BVI Yacht Charters dog. Blackie stayed with a member of staff during the windy times. Not long thereafter, we found a similar female dog wondering around and we adopted her as well and named her “Sophie”. Sophie and Blackie have become best friends and are inseparable. It is really fantastic to see that they enjoy each other company so ... Read More »