THE VIRGIN ISLANDS
Maps:  US Virgin Islands     British Virgin Islands

Cool Trade Winds and Warm Tropic Seas: Come discover why one of the world's great charter yacht fleets makes its home here. Why experienced yachtsmen return year after year. The crystal-clear waters of the Virgin Islands provide protected cruising and exhilarating sailing, always in sight of land, with sheltered anchorages around every bend Because of the cooling effect of the ever-present trade winds, our islands offer fine cruising throughout the entire year. One of the secrets of the Virgin Islands is that when it comes to weather, there is no off-season; the gentle climate invites you year-round.

Plot Your Course: 1,000 miles southeast of Miami, nestled beneath the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. The Virgin Islands are easily reachable by all major airlines, via St. Thomas or San Juan, Puerto Rico..

Set Your Sights: The US & British Virgin Islands combined offer a collection of more than 100 islands and cays, each unique in character, many of them unspoiled, undiscovered, and untouched except by nature. Pristine beaches garlanded with coral reefs. Sheltered bays and coves. Dramatic rocky bluffs. Spectacular arrays of boulders sheltering crystal pools. Lush green valleys and rolling hills, sweeping down to sandy beaches and quiet coves.

Smooth Sailing: No Experience Required. You don't have to know port from starboard to enjoy a cruise aboard a crewed charter yacht. Simply imagine island hopping aboard a charter yacht while enjoying all the services and comfort of a small intimate hotel. You can choose a charter yacht that reflects your personal desires ... a fast sloop, a spacious multihull, a classic motor yacht or a stable motor sailor. Yachts are available in all price ranges to accommodate two to 24 people, and rates are comparable to most resort hotels. You can charter a private yacht just for the two of you, or perhaps choose a larger one for a group of friends or family. Some charter yachts accept bookings by the cabin where you join a group of other like-minded adventurers.

Your Captain and Crew: Most are members of the Charter Yacht Society and the Virgin Island Charter Yacht League and are an eclectic mix of former business people and professionals from all walks of life who now make the Virgin Islands their home.  Some of these charter crews may be owner/operators, others are professional yachtsmen who have chosen yacht chartering as a way of life. As professional charter operators they maintain their yachts in top condition and high standards for safety, reliability and service.

Dropping Anchor: The delights of sailing the Virgin Islands are many. The charter chefs are known for their fine cuisine and most cruises include all meals, wines and beverages as part of the charter fee. Menus often reflect the international heritage of each chef. Come prepared to be tempted by freshly baked breads, succulent slices of mango and papayas, and dining under the stars.

For sports enthusiasts, an average day could encompass wind surfing, snorkeling, water skiing or scuba diving. Or if you prefer, you can just lie in the sun, sipping native rum punch. Your crew will coordinate with you to tailor a cruising itinerary to suit your needs-from exploring an uninhabited cove diving along countless reefs, to discovering a sheltered beach with more shells than people.

Your Port of Call: You may begin your charter yacht vacation in Tortola, British Virgins or St. Thomas, the US Virgins, the two most centrally located ports in the Virgin Archipelago.

Imagine not a vacation, but a journey through the endless fascination of nature, filled with the tranquility of an ocean sunset-the fulfillment of all your wishes.

The owners and crews of the charter yachts of the US & British Virgin Islands stand ready to welcome you on board.

SAMPLE VIRGIN ISLAND CHARTER ITINERARY

Nicely Dunn Yacht Charters
15124 NW 237 Ter., High Springs, FL 32643
800-874-0724     386-454-1268   Fax: 386-454-1215