Fun Things to do on a Yacht Charter Vacation.

Fun Things to do on a Yacht Charter Vacation. 800-478-2029 

   Fun Things to do on a Yacht Charter Vacation.

When was the last time you were able to see millions of stars and star dust splashed across the Milky Way?   Imagine being 50 miles or more from man-made light and seeing the night sky illuminated by untold numbers of galaxies as the light from their billions of stars shine only for you?  

Image what you will see as you look down into the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean as a full moon illuminates the sea bottom so clearly you can see your own shadow waving back at you?  

We have several videos on what to expect on a luxurious charter vacation and they can be viewed by visiting: http://www.yachtsbhc.com/yacht-charter-videos.html     Toll Free:  800-478-2029 

As the owners of Barrington Hall Yacht Charters, Andrew & Gaile Buys, captained our own Caribbean catamaran sailboat for charter in the British Virgin Islands for over five years. We were the first catamaran sailboat to offer charters in the BVI, starting in 1990 - after sailing across the Atlantic from their native South Africa.  

With this perspective we are able to offer unique insights and experiences with clients to assist them in selecting the best vessels and destinations. For additional information, kindly contact us toll free on 800-478-2029 or outside the USA on 954-720-0475.  http://www.yachtsbhc.com

 

You Can Take a Catamaran Sailboat Charter Vacation | Luxury Yacht Charters

Here's an excerpt from the article posted in our Wordpress blog today discussing how you really can afford a luxurious catamaran charter vacation in the British Virgin Islands...

OK. So how can you take a private yacht vacation that’s all-inclusive, where the views are always changing as you hop from island to island, the food is prepared by your personal chef, where you can explore uninhabited islands and cays, set sail in any direction you choose, create your own itinerary, have unlimited access to scuba diving, snorkeling, secluded palm lined white sandy beaches, tropical drinks all  without breaking your bank or spending the kid’s college fund? (It’s tempting though, right?). 

To read more click on the link below:

You Can Take a Catamaran Sailboat Charter Vacation | Luxury Yacht Charters

Call 800-478-2029 to Book Your Charter Vacation in the British Virgin Islands.

The 'Aletheia' Catamaran Sailboat for BVI Charter Vacations from Barrington Hall Yacht Brokers

BVI Charters: The Ultimate Yacht Charter Vacation Experience.

Watch the Ultimate BVI Yacht Vacation Video    Click Here

BVI Yacht Charter Vacation on a Super Mega Yacht Vacation

Barrington-Hall Yacht Broker welcomes you to the Caribbean Islands - a paradise for luxury yacht  vacations. 

A Caribbean Charter is a dream vacation come true. Cruising on a your luxury yacht on Caribbean Yacht Charter is a vacation in paradise as will be like no other you have experienced before. Whatever type of luxurious yachts in the Caribbean you seek we can easily accommodate your desires. 

We have power boats, motor yachts, mega yachts, catamaran sailboats and the mono-hull, a traditional sailing yacht. All our Caribbean yacht charters are fully crewed, meaning that there is at least a captain and chef on board to serve you and attend to all your needs.

As premiere yacht brokers we can offer you the very finest in yachts charters on magnificent yachts including motor yachts, catamaran sailboats and super yachts ranging in length from 65' to over 400' that can accommodate up to 112 guests in luxurious fashion and that have full time staffs of up to 56 crew members.

We have luxury yachts available in the Caribbean, Bahamas, Mediterranean, Greece and all other charter destinations. Not sure where you want to go or you are not familiar with the best charter locations, then call Andrew at 800-478-2029 or (954) 720-0475 or email us with all your questions!

Take virtual tours of some of our luxury yacht to see what you can expect to experience on board a luxurious yacht charter in the BVI.   Click HERE.

Motor Yacht 'Betty Jane'

The Motor Yacht Betty Jane

112'  Betty Jane

Betty Jane's interior layout sleeps up to 8 guests in 4 staterooms, including a master suite, She is also capable of carrying up to 4 attentive crew members on board to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience. Sleek, fast with beautiful furnishings and super-comfortable seating featured throughout creates an elegant and relaxing atmosphere.

Calories don't count as long as you're on the yacht!

Betty Jane is fully equipped with all the leisure and entertainment that make her the ideal charter yacht for vacationing with family and friends.

Sit. Relax. Enjoy.

Each engine of the motor yacht produces 1800 horse power and with 2 engines the combined output for the yacht is 3600HP. Betty Jane is capable of reaching 25 knots full bore with a cruising speed of 22 knots and with 20,818 fuel tank capacity she'll take you where ever you want to go. This breathtaking luxury yacht features modern stabilization systems to reduce motion to ensure your ultimate comfort throughout your charter vacation.

Your 'Backyard' While Aboard

We have luxury yachts available in the Caribbean, Bahamas, Mediterranean, Greece and all other charter destinations. Not sure where you want to go or you are not familiar with the best charter locations, then call Andrew at 800-478-2029 or (954) 720-0475 or Email us with all your questions and for more yachts and tropical yacht charter destinations visit us on the Web.  customerservice@yacht-charters.tv

Watch the YouTube Video Below and See the Level of Personal Service You Will Receive

Anegada | Cooper Island | Jost Van Dyke | Sandy Cay | Sandy Spit
Norman Island |  Peter Island | Salt Island | Tortola | Virgin Gorda

Luxury Yacht Caribbean Vacation: Sample Itinerary

 Luxury Yacht Caribbean Vacation

Aqua-Blue Water Wonderland

Many of the yachts available for charter call the British Virgin Islands their home. The captains of these luxurious yachts will create a customized itinerary for their guests that includes lots of flexibility to makes changes on the fly! This itinerary is tailored to your desires and depending on how active or relaxing you want your yacht charter vacation to be.

In anticipation of your exciting vacation-to-be, the captain or crew contacts you to introduce themselves and inquire to what types of activities you like to enjoy - water sports, fishing, snorkeling, diving, beach barbeques, what islands to explore, ports of call to visit as well as and food & drink preferences.

The finalized itinerary is then based on your preferences and may include quiet secluded beaches, visiting island beach bars, dancing the night away to local bands. Snorkeling, water sports and scrumptious Caribbean lunches and dinners on the islands you want to see or the delicious cuisine prepared fresh for you right on your yacht.

Paradise for Two

SAMPLE ITINERARY

Day 1
You are met by your captain and crew in lovely spots such as Nanny Cay Marina or Village Cay Marina on Tortola around lunch time. Perhaps you'll cruise to Norman island for a delicious meal prepared 'island style'. Then you've off for an afternoon snorkeling around the Caves. Legend has it that that buried private treasure can still be found. The real treasures are the extraordinarily colorful reefs you will discover at The Indians. Afterwards you might like to visit the infamous Willie T’s or have a cocktail or three at Pirates before dinner.

Day 2

Look at what I caught!

Off to Peter Island and have a stay at the luxurious Peter Island Resort for the morning.  You're welcome to stay at the resort to enjoy their amenities and your crew will gladly schedule for you a day at the spa or even make dinner reservations.Perhaps you'd like to anchor in the beautiful blue clear waters of Little Harbor,  a quaint little anchorage where yachts stern tie to rocks, Mediterranean style. The crystal-clear calm waters of Little Harbor allow for water sports, snorkeling or just lounging on floats in the pristine azure-blue water. Or, you can have a lovely beach-side lunch at Deadman’s Beach Bar and Grill.

Day 3

The Baths

Make your way out to the glorious boulders and tide pools of The Baths at Virgin Gorda. Dive in to snorkel and/or hiking the tide pools of The Baths. Then its off to sail to the North Sound of Virgin Gorda. You might choose to spend some time with an island tour. You will be led about by an extraordinary local tour guide to locales including the Copper Mine Ruins, Gorda Peak for a stunning panoramic picture and the Little Dix Resort listed as one of top 1000 places to see before you die. The yacht will meet you in North Sound where you will find bars, resorts, restaurants, and spas such as Saba Rock, Leverick Bay, Biras Creek Resort or the Bitter End Yacht Club. North Sound is also a great location for water sports aboard the yacht!

Day 4

Let me in! Let me in!

Pull anchor and now you're off to Anegada, the only coral island in the Virgin Islands. You can walk on endless white sand beaches and tour the salt pond to see pink flamingos on this quiet low-key island. Enjoy snorkeling at Flash of Beauty or Loblolly Bay and stop by for an afternoon cocktail at Cow Wreck beach. Anegada is famous for their grilled lobster dinners available in several beach restaurants located along the anchorage.

Day 5

Broiled or Grilled?

With morning sun as your backdrop we'll go over to Trellis Bay for some shopping at Aragorn Studios that features local artists and you can make a night of music at the Last Resort on Bellamy Cay. Hopefully your yacht broker scheduled you during a full moon so you can enjoy Aragorn’s Full Moon Party with wonderful music, mocko jumbies and iron sculptured fireballs set ablaze in the waters of Trellis Bay.  Of course there are Marina Cay and Scrub Island just around the corner. If you are feeling adventurous maybe you'd like to venture to other resorts and islands.

Day 6

All that sky is so blue...

Your day begins with a splendorous cruise over to Guana Island to lunch and snorkel in an abundance of silver-sides, large tarpon and turtles plus countless colorful reef fish. If you like surfing and a North swell is in, surf boards are available for rental and you'll be able to surf at Josiah’s Bay on Tortola. Then it's off to Cane Garden Bay on Tortola to bask in the sun on the beach, stopping in the local bars and restaurants. Or, if it is seclusion is what you seek, ask your captain to take you to Brewers Bay for a quiet afternoon in a lovely anchorage with views of sun-drenched villas on the surrounding mountains.

Day 7

With a Helicopter on Board

Then its off from Tortola to Jost Van Dyke to enjoy White Bay’s beautiful white sandy beach. Have a leisurely lunch at the Soggy Dollar Bar, home of the world known 'Painkiller' that is guaranteed to cure anything that ails you. While anchored in Great Harbor you can head out for a night of dancing and culinary delights at the famous Foxy’s Restaurant and Bar.

Day 8

I want more time in Paradise!

In the morning its time to head towards Jost Van Dyke and back to Nanny Cay or Village Cay, where you week of adventure began - just in time for your noon departure. You might want to take time for your farewell cocktail in the marina bar or do some last bit of shopping. Day 8 will comes way too soon and you probably won’t be ready to leave this wondrous water paradise.

A private motor yacht will be one of the most adventure filled, yet relaxing vacations you may have in your lifetime.  We have luxury yachts available in the Caribbean, Bahamas, Mediterranean, Greece and all other charter destinations. Not sure where you want to go or you are not familiar with the best charter locations, then call Andrew at 800-478-2029 or (954) 720-0475 or Email us with your questions.

Watch our Video below. See what you should expect on your Yacht Charter.

Anegada | Cooper Island | Jost Van Dyke | Sandy Cay | Sandy Spit
Norman Island |  Peter Island | Salt Island | Tortola | Virgin Gorda

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Chartering Yachts                

Underwater Delights

As a captain for 5 years on board our own family-operated luxury catamaran my family and I got vital catamaran sailing experience.  It is this expertise that brings a whole new world to the guests' yacht charter, no matter where that maybe.  Guest question number one should be in deciding which charter broker should I select as there are a lot of yacht brokers out there.

The very first rule we made when we opened Barrington-Hall Yacht brokers in 1995 was that a real live person must answer the telephone morning, noon, or night 24/7. Service to our guests is in the forefront of our minds.

Having been a captain for many years means your vacation itinerary is going to be so much better than a broker who has no or very little experience operating or providing yacht charters.

All our guests enjoy the wonderful Baths, or the gorgeous Bitter End Yacht Club when on board their catamaran in the BVI (British Virgin Islands). Our guests get to see the 2 cannons in 10 feet of gin clear water resting on the seabed; snorkeling where red sea horses have been seen be on their charter during the prime week of each month (the full moon!) and to go to anchorages some captains have no idea even exist. 
 

Our guests benefit by having the selection of the best one week of any month, the best one week of the entire year and we explain why they should be there doing those times.  Some guests are unable to move their dates to suite these periods, but they are given the option to do so.

Experience gives Barrington Hall Yacht Charters the knowledge of knowing when the windy months of each year are, or when not to go to various islands, or which “is” the best month of the year and why. We do not subject guests to open ocean crossings, we guide all our guests to the right locations world-wide.  We supply daily example itineraries we created the first daily itinerary to be in picture form and we also have the rest of the major locations in the world in picture formats as well.  

Look at all these photos were taken by Andrew Buys in the British Virgin Islands:   "Where Dolphins and Mermaids Play"

Relentless

Our charter industry is made up of many independent owners who also wish to rent their yachts.  There are very few crewed yacht companies who purchase their own vessels for charter, have multiple yachts to charter. Almost every crewed charter yacht we work with is operated by the independent owner.

Most of the power boats that are over 100 feet are designed and built by a yacht company and the plans follow generally the same format.  The owners' cabins are full bean with a large his and hers bathroom, TV, surround sound music, a/c controls and a large California king-sized bed to their cabin.  

The guest VIP cabin is normally a king or Queen bed with all the options but one bathroom for their couple to use.  Then there are likely two cabins with twin beds inside - one to sleep 2 children and one to sleep 2 bodyguards.  So finding a power boat to charter over 100 feet with 4 equal cabins is generally not available.

178' Starfire - Luxury on the Calm Seas

Generally when owner’s wish to charter their yachts it is money they are after for one reason or another. Generally base their vessels in one of 4 major locations world-wide. The Caribbean, Bahamas, French Riviera and Greece. Chartering outside these locations means relocation costs for most vessels, or renting local vessels which do not meet industry standards. 

Yes, many of these same owners want their yachts to go to different locations at various times of the year so that the owner and his family can enjoy different locations around the world.  But by stepping outside the familiar charter locations will mean less business to offset their yacht expenses but more pleasure for yacht owners.

French Riviera Yacht Charters

The major change in Location is to go from the Bahamas to the French Riviera. These days most 200' foot yachts are loaded onto a ferry with as many as 18 other power boats and ferried across the Atlantic to the Antibes. A one way trip for a 110 foot power boat is about $100,000 and the major the reason for transporting them across the Atlantic Ocean is that power boats can not carry enough fuel to cross the Atlantic.

Also, there is the Bahamas to Newport Rhode, Island.  Chartering yachts for guests is very different in the Bahamas and the Caribbean and your yacht charter broker should be able explain the ins and outs of the differences.

The crystal clear waters of the Bahamas and the Caribbean, which are about the same temperature as your body, allows 2-3 hours of snorkeling under water as well as all water sports everyday. 

Not so with Martha’s Vineyard, Block Island, or Nantucket where the water is so cold that generally no water sports are done. Usually, the emphasis being focused on exploring each individual island and taking in the deep American history related to these locations and then it is Back to the Bahamas. Then there are owners who want their yachts to do half way around the world or around the world trips allowing us to meet them in different locations to enjoy those out of the way locations without relocation costs.

The Barrington-Hall Yacht Corporation's staff attend 5-6 annual boat shows around the world and they are Greece, Caribbean, Antigua, Tortola and the US Virgin Islands. Plus we are likely to attend Genoa and the various boats shows in Fort Lauderdale and Miami. 

Almost all these charter boat yacht shows are for yacht charter brokers only and are not open to the public. Our aim is to inspect each charter yacht and we take our own pictures of all cabins, salons dining areas as well as meeting the crew and the captains of all the yachts. Our plan is to spend quality time with each vessel and crew to get to know them and their efficiencies. 

Many of the captains invite us to enjoy meals on board so we can experience what they have to offer our guests and experince first hand their service. After the show we do have a fine idea of who the great teams are. 

Good yacht charter brokers are well informed people who make sure they have the answers for the next year that their guests are likely to ask.

Taking a chance with our guest’s Caribbean Yacht Vacation is not something we intend to do.  There are times when guests call too late to charter and all the better vessels have been booked, so they are forced to accept yachts we normally hold for second time around.  New Year and Christmas weeks are generally such weeks.  Booking for these individual 2 weeks means booking early which is 6-9 months ahead of time.  Any other week and 4-6 weeks is normally fine, but booking early is always the way to go.

Owners look at Christmas and New Year week very differently, some owners are not serious about renting these important 14 days.  These owners instruct their central agent that they want a full 14 days booked or they will enjoy spend the time on their yachts instead for chartering it out.  

An alternative is for guests to have to pay for a mandatory minimum 10 nights over this 14 night period or again the owners might simply enjoy that time themselves. Booking guests a charter during these two weeks can be expensive and when guests request to book New Year after September there is likely to be very few available vessels out there. So charter your yacht vacation early!

A private motor yacht will be one of the most adventure-filled, yet relaxing vacations you may have in your lifetime. We have luxury yachts available in the Caribbean, Bahamas, Mediterranean, Greece and all other charter destinations. Visit us on our WEBSITE. 

Not sure where you want to go or you are not familiar with the best charter locations, then us on 800-478-2029 or (954) 720-0475 or EMAIL with all your questions and we'll get right back to you. 

Anegada | Cooper Island | Jost Van Dyke | Sandy Cay | Sandy Spit Norman Island |  Peter Island | Salt Island | Tortola | Virgin Gorda

The Motor Yacht Starship

 

The Motor Yacht 'Starfire'

The Starship is a luxurious 143 foot motor yacht available for charter in the Caribbean. She has a full-time crew of nine and will accommodate up to 10 guests.

This ship is like a 5 Star hotel that floats and can move from island to island so the view is never the same. Exquisite dining in the formal dining, have bruch on the rear covered deck and you can even relax in the jacuzzi on deck. The Starship is available for chartering beginning with a one week charter.

The slide show below outlines the luxurious amenities and high level of splendor in its decor. Towards the end there is even a video that you can view to describe the luxury and attention to details that both your crew and we, Barrington Hall will provide to you assuring a marvelous vacation that you will forever cherish.

 
Starship: Caribbean Yacht Charters from MotorYachts

A private motor yacht will be one of the most adventure-filled, yet relaxing vacations you may have in your lifetime. We have luxury yachts available in the Caribbean, Bahamas, Mediterranean, Greece and all other charter destinations. Visit us on the web at www.motoryacht.org for greater detail. Not sure where you want to go or you are not familiar with the best charter locations, then call Michael Williams at 800-478-2029 or (954) 720-0475 or email me with all your questions @ customerservice@yacht-charters.tv

Sail 4 Cancer Named as Event Charity

ISS Regatta Slated for June 7-9, 2013 on the Solent

Sail 4 Cancer Named as Event Charity

22 April 2013, Fort Lauderdale, FL: The ISS (International Superyacht Society) is pleased to announce plans for its Annual UK-based ISS Regatta. 

This year’s event will be held from June 7-9. Last year’s winner, BMT Nigel Gee will return to defend their title. With eight boats already confirmed, 12 to 15 are expected. Racers convene in Hamble on the evening of June 7th, spend the night on June 8th in Cowes and conclude racing on June 9th. Participating companies will rent one-design boats from Fairview and crew them with staff, vendors and clients.

The ISS Regatta has quickly grown into a great event for just-plain fun, networking and socializing. To further enhance participation, the Regatta also promotes a philanthropic directive: for 2013, Sail 4 Cancer has been named the Event Charity. 

“We are delighted to be the official charity of the ISS Regatta. The superyacht industry has been very supportive of us as these companies understand how sailing can help people going through a very difficult time. All the money raised from the event will be used to arrange sailing days for the families we help. Cancer is a very cruel disease and has a devastating effect on everybody in the family. When the families are out on the Solent in a beautiful boat they enjoy just being a family doing something adventurous together and can leave the stress of cancer on land for a while” says Lizette van Niekerk, Fundraising Manager for Sail 4 Cancer.

Race Contact: Louise Goodall, Louise.Goodall@akzonobel.com
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Barrington Hall Yacht Charters: We have catamaran sailing and luxury yachts available in the Caribbean, Bahamas, Mediterranean, Greece and other charter destinations as well. Not sure where you want to go or you are not familiar with the best charter destinations? 

Please let us serve you by calling Andrew at 800-478-2029 / (954) 720-0475

For an Extraordinary Caribbean Adventure - Charter The Motor Yacht Chasing Daylight

 

Chartering Luxury Yachts in the Blue-Green Waters of the Caribbean

Cruise in comfort while aboard your private yacht to exotic tropical destinations in the Caribbean and Bahamas Islands. Chasing Daylight is the ultimate in luxury yachts with accommodations for 8 guests.

Only the richest linens and towels, the finest furnishings and luxurious accommodations are found in a first class luxury yacht.  Every water toy and gadget, for both adults and children, you might need are carried on board to explode their vacation.

The fly bridge was designed for pleasure and includes a large tanning deck with shaded areas to give you a break from all the sunshine you’ll be soaking up.  This luxurious yacht will give guests exactly what they expect from a top luxury power boat.

In the evenings CHASING DAYLIGHT changes into CHASING Night-Life. When the underwater lights below the swimming platform are illuminated they turn the water into a beautiful night time aquarium for your snorkeling and scuba diving pleasures.

While aboard Chasing Daylight, its discreet and professional crew will take care of your every need as you and your guests relax and enjoy the world-class cuisine and carefully selected wines with breathtakingly beautiful settings as your backyard.

Take this cruising yacht to the luscious Caribbean Islands where you can frolic in the sun and the clear blue-green waters of the Virgin Islands, St. Martin or St. Barts, Montserrat, Nevis, St. Kitts, Saba, Eustatia and Anguilla as well as Guadeloupe, Martinique, St Lucia, St Vincent, Bequia, Mystique, Palm Island Young Island, Carriacou, Union Island and Grenada - just to mention a few.

Or perhaps you would rather enjoy the Bahamas with its lush and aquamarine waters of Paradise Island, Staniel Cay, the Exuma, Eleuthera, Great Abaco, San Salvador, or Great Inagua. Let’s not forget incredible Turks and Caicos.

To charter the richly appointed motor yacht CHASING DAYLIGHT or other luxury yachts contact Andrew Buys at Barrington Hall Yacht Charters on 800-478-2029 or outside the US on 954-720-0475 http://www.motoryacht.org 

Motor Yacht Flame. Classic Luxury Yacht for Charter.

 Charter the Classic Motor Yacht FLAME for a Vacation in Paradise.

Motor Yacht Flame.

 The classic motor yacht FLAME is a 1956 de Vries Feadship power yacht.  She was lovingly restored in 1995 and has retained the old world charm while providing modern conveniences in a layout specifically designed for chartered yacht vacations.  Indulge yourself in a classic vacation aboard The FLAME. The next anchorage in your Island paradise is always within sight and invariably as beautiful as the last.

Here's the layout of the yachts' interior:

A Classic Motor Yacht with Modern Amenities

 

Relaxing Inside & Out

Nap Time on Flame

Dining Alfresoe

To charter FLAME or other luxury yachts please contact Andrew Buys at Barrington Hall Yacht Charters on 800-478-2029 or outside the US on 954-720-0475 http://www.motoryacht.org 

Worldwide Yacht Charters: Preview "Super Mega Yacht: The 178' STARFIRE"

Worldwide Yacht Charters: Preview "Super Mega Yacht: The 178' STARFIRE"

To charter STARFIRE or other luxury yachts please contact Andrew Buys at Barrington Hall Yacht Charters on 800-478-2029 or outside the US on 954-720-0475 http://www.motoryacht.org