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St. Vincent and the Grenadines are a necklace of 32 islands and
cays in the Eastern Caribbean, 1600 miles from Miami. Strung out
in a gentle sweep between St. Lucia and Grenada, they form part
of the Windward Islands, in the West Indies. Spectacular landscapes,
beautiful beaches and turquoise blue waters mark St. Vincent and
the Grenadines as one of the most unspoiled island groups in the
Caribbean. The warm hospitality of its people and its breathtaking
natural beauty attract visitors from around the world.
Sailing conditions are ideal for sailors to enjoy some of the
best blue water sailing anywhere in the world. This sailing area
is a logical progression after chartering in the US and British
Virgin Islands. Regular trade winds of between 10 and 25 knots
combine with gentle currents to create near perfect sailing conditions.
Every eventuality is catered for in the Grenadines, with charters
available by the week or longer. If chartering for seven days,
the recommended port of calls are St. Vincent/ St Vincent. Ten
day charter recommendation, one way, St. Vincent to Grenada.
A private luxury resort just 200 yards from St. Vincent's Villa Bay with individual cottages set in lush tropical surroundings. Young Island Cut is a yachtsman's favorite. Lovely anchorage.
The largest island of the Grenadines still retains the age-old traditions of boat building, whaling and fishing. In the Grenadines, Bequia is the main service center. Admiralty Bay, the island's natural harbor, is a favorite anchorage for yachtsmen. Ashore there are panoramic hikes, perfect beaches and a picturesque town. The quaint waterfront of Port Elizabeth is lined with bars, restaurants and shops selling local crafts.
For those who've sought to build their own slice of paradise, Mustique has become home away from home for the world's elite. Privately owned, and with a landscape as genteel as its lifestyle, it's where many of the rich and famous holiday away from the public eye. Swimming and snorkeling is good in the main anchorage of Britannia Bay. The houses are fabulous and can be seen either by on foot, motorbike or horseback.
Main anchorage is Charlestown Bay. This pretty island with its gently rolling hills is only three and a half miles by one and a quarter. Excellent walks and good beaches on the windward side. Good overnight anchorage, although can be occasionally rolly.
Clifton Harbor is a Port of Entry into St. Vincent and is a very good overnight anchorage with several good local and international restaurants with a French flavor. The simple relaxed lifestyle on Union Island makes it a popular port of call for yachts on passage through the Grenadines and Eastern Caribbean.
Palm Island is a beach with an island in the middle and named after the magnificent coconut palms that line its beaches. This private resort, built by the legendary John Caldwell offers a relaxed and casual ambience. Not recommend for an overnight anchorage.
Pronounced My-Row, this small, privately owned island has no roads and can only be reached by boat usually from Union Island. White sand beaches and a resort hotel on the sweeping Salt Whistle Bay offer a warm welcome to the intrepid visitor. Cleanest beach in the Grenadines. Great over night anchorage, but get there early!
The star of the show! The Tobago Cays are a cluster of islets protected by a vast horseshoe reef, creating a multi-colored lake of green, blue, turquoise, brown and gold. You can sail, snorkel or explore the beaches in complete seclusion-a rare tropical paradise that can only be reached by boat.
A luxury private resort island, ringed by stunning white beaches, offers total seclusion. PSV is one of the resort islands in the Caribbean with beautiful understated facilities and it is a good overnight anchorage.
