COVID 19 update from 1-800 Yacht Charters. The Bahamas have again closed their borders to most USA travelers. The closure is in response to the spike in Covid-19 cases.
Fortunately, private yacht charter vacations are exempt. Accordingly, 1-800 Yacht Charters will continue to Deliver the Superyacht Experience™ to their clients.
Bahamian Prime Minister Hubert Minnis addressed the nation on Sunday. He announced the closing of all airports and seaports to tourists from the United States. The ban takes effect Wednesday, July 22, 2020.
Both private flights and private yachts are specifically exempt for the new ban.
In other words, our private yacht charter vessels and crews can still welcome-aboard guests in the Bahamas. The Superyacht Experience™ will continue. The yachts will provide guests with a platform for adventure and discovery. Every charter will reman an opportunity to reconnect with family, and embrace diverse cultures.
Private flights to the Bahamas are easy to arrange. The flight from Miami to Nassau is as short as 40 minutes. Our charter specialists will handle all logistics. from the time you leave your home, until you step aboard your yacht.
Obviously, certain Covid-19 protocols remain in place. Requirements include proof of a negative COVID-19 RT PCR test. The test must come from an accredited laboratory. It also must be taken within 10 days of arrival. In addition, an electronic health visa is a must. Applications may be submitted at http://www.travel.gov.bs. Helpful tip: applications can take up to 72 hours to process. Make sure to leave adequate lead time!
We stay on top of all Covid 19 update information. For a list of available yachts and “summer saver discounts,” call our team at 1-800 Yacht Charters at at 305-720-7245 for immediate response. We’d love to plan a yacht charter vacation for you like this one!
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What could be better than experiencing a Heesen yacht charter vacation in the warm waters of the Caribbean? That’s easy: experiencing a Heesen yacht charter vacation AND saving $50,000 to boot!
The charter manager for motor yacht SEVEN SINS just sent us an email inviting our clients to take advantage of a fantastic offer — a 40% price reduction on charters between January 5 and 28, 2017.
The published weekly rate for the 43.80m (143′ 8″) yacht is $125,000. Shaving 40% from this price drops her weekly rate to $75,000 – a whopping savings of $50 LARGE!
Known for their unique speed among large superyachts, and their sleek exterior lines and modern interiors, Heesen yacht charter vessels like motor yacht OCTOPUSSY (once the world’s fastest yacht), and Formula 1-inspired superyacht AURELIA are among the most popular charter yachts for clients who appreciate the advantage of a swift vessel. The advantage of a fast yacht means that charterers can enjoy more anchorages in a shorter amount of time, as compared to slower yachts. Thus, a vessel like yacht SEVEN SINS can easily incorporate a charter from St. Martin and St Barts in the leeward islands of the Caribbean, with an outing to the Virgin Islands far to the north – all within a week’s time.
SEVEN SINS offers accommodations for 10 guests in 5 staterooms. Her manager put together a list of the yacht’s KEY FEATURES:
This stunning Heesen yacht charter vessel just completed a holiday charter in St Maarten on January 2nd. Her calendar for the remainder of January is currently wide open.
BUILT/REFIT: 2005 / 2015
BUILDER: Heesen
LENGTH (LOA): 43.80m (143′ 8″)
GUESTS: 10 in 5 cabins
CREW: Captain Xavier Penez + 7
Before arriving in the Caribbean in December, the yacht spent the summer in French Polynesia. Here’s a copy of a testimonial written by a client to the owner of yacht SEVEN SINS at the conclusion of his Heesen yacht charter superyacht experience in the Pacific:
“Dear (Owner’s name),
You don’t know me but, although we have never met, I think I know more than a little about you.
I just finished a charter of the M/Y Seven Sins in French Polynesia. And based on everything I saw and experienced on your boat and with your crew tells me that you not only have fine taste, but you have the same eye for quality and pay the same attention to detail that I try to do in my own projects.
I develop, own and operate retail and mixed use real estate projects in the Dallas, Texas area. And though it drives many around me crazy, I cant (sic) rest unless every element of my project is perfect…from the design, to the construction, to the finishes and materials, to the retail and restaurant tenants [and their own design and finishes!], and beyond.
TESTIMONIAL CONTINUES
On the Seven Sins, I saw that same unwillingness to accept ‘good enough’ or live with things that work ‘pretty well.’ I’ll be honest…I looked hard to find flaws, problems or issues….not so that I could complain, but rather because I just can’t help myself! It’s who I am and it’s what I do! And I can tell from what I saw…it is who you are too!
I am pleased to report to you that every aspect of your vessel and your crew were, in a word, impeccable. Beyond all of my very high expectations in every way.
This email is simply to say ‘thank you’ for sharing your vessel and its able and charming crew with us. (and) I hope I’ll get the chance to spend some more time on her perhaps again in the South Pacific or perhaps in the Caribbean.
Thanks again,
(Client’s name)”
WOW! What a fantastic testimonial from a client with discriminating tastes.
Now, it’s your turn! We often have yacht owners extend gracious discounts of 5% to 10%. On occasion we see deals of 15%. Rarely do we have the opportunity to offer a superyacht, especially a Heesen yacht charter vessel, at a 40% discount.
January is a great time to explore the Caribbean – most of the tourists who came for year-end vacations have returned home. Take advantage of quiet beaches, and anchorages where you’ll have room to enjoy the yacht’s watertoys. Head ashore and meet the island people – friendly natives eager to share their culture and island lifestyle with you.
At full price, SEVEN SINS provides a great superyacht experience. At 40% off, this is a deal of a lifetime!
In conclusion, plan your own superyacht experience with us. We handle all details for you. Simply fill out our convenient online form at https://www.1800yachtcharters.com/book-now-contact-us/
This entry was posted in Caribbean Testimonials Special Offers and tagged Heesen, Refit, caribbean yacht charter, special rate, specials, yacht charter specials, Caribbean, Seven Sins, French Polynesia, yacht charter Caribbean, yacht charter French Polynesia, motoryacht charter
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Recently, a customer asked, “Where is St Thomas?” We answered the question in our blog, entitled, “Destination Caribbean: Where is St. Thomas?.” Here, we identify the location of another popular destination. We introduce one of the most family-friendly islands in the Bahamas, GRAND BAHAMA ISLAND.
Grand Bahama Island is located in the Caribbean, in the Atlantic Ocean. It is about 190 miles west of Nassau and 55 miles from South Florida. It is also due east of Fort Lauderdale and northeast of Cuba. Atlas and map users users will find the island at coordinates 26°39?N 78°19?W.
Grand Bahama is the fifth largest island in the Bahamas island chain. The chain has approximately 700 islands and more than 2,000 cays. It is in the Eastern Standard Time zone (EST). Daylight Savings Time (DST) is observed in the summer months from March to November. This is when the time is pushed forward by 1 hour to Eastern Daylight-savings Time (EDT). It shifts back by 1 hour after the summer, and returns to EST.
By air, the island’s international airport, Grand Bahama International Airport (GBIA), is 35 minutes from Miami. It is 3 hours from New York. It is also 7 hours from Los Angeles. Finally, it is 9 hours across the pond, from London.
The charms of the island attract visitors from around the world. Many of these visitors arrive on the largest yacht charter vessels. Deep surrounding waters and bordering shallow reefs teeming with tropical fish are an irresistible magnet. It keeps boaters coming back year after year. The islands premier marina is the full-service 115-slip Port Lucaya Marina.
Grand Bahama features lots of excitement. For instance, miles of beautiful beaches, nature preserves, resort hotels, a major casino, nighttime entertainment, an animal shelter full of the Bahamas’ own breed of dog available for adoption (the potcake). It also features warm, tropical, emerald-green seas, and tons of watersports activities.
A NEAT FACT: When Christopher Columbus visited the island in 1492, he called it Gran Bajamar – ‘Great Shallows,‘ from which the name Grand Bahama was derived; however, the name of the island’s capital city, Freeport / Lucaya, is probably better known to the world today than the name of the island, itself.
Come explore the Bahamas on some of the newest yachts available for charter HERE
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The owner and crew of Crescent motor yacht OLGA have an exciting announcement! They are keen to secure a Caribbean yacht charter reservation. They want it during the upcoming St. Lucia Jazz Festival, April 30 – May 12.
The yacht carries watertoys found on much larger superyachts. Motoryacht OLGA’s toy list includes 22’6″ Novurania with 150 hp Yamaha outboard engine, Yamaha 3-person waverunner, Dive compressor and SCUBA gear for certified divers. She also features snorkel equipment, 13′ Hobie Wave Catamaran, and 2, 2-person kayaks. In addition, she carries 2 paddle boards, towable toys including water skis, knee board, tube, molecule tube, surf boards, and fishing rods and gear.
This entry was posted in Caribbean Good Times Special Events and tagged special events, motoryacht charter, special rate, Olga, St. Lucia Jazz Festival, onboard masseuse, massage on deck, Baroness, Crescent yacht, 121 feet, waive delivery fee, yacht charter Caribbean
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Touch motoryacht
Couples plan Caribbean yacht charter vacations together. Traveling with other couples often produces an all-too-common hurdle. Do we select a large, expensive yacht with equal cabins? Or do we choose a smaller, more affordable boat and draw straws to see which couple gets the cabin with two single beds?
Welcome motoryacht TOUCH. She has come to the rescue of couples everywhere by offering equal cabins and affordable rates.
Guest double stateroom of motoryacht TOUCH
The 120 foot motor yacht TOUCH offers accommodations for 4 couples in 4 equal staterooms – each featuring a king size bed and ensuite bathroom.
While similar-sized yachts are charging rates in excess of $75,000 plus expenses, per week, M/Y TOUCH has kept her prices reasonable – charging $65,000 per week, plus expenses, for 8 guests, during the 2012 Caribbean charter season.
Launched in 2004, the yacht underwent a $1.5 million refit in 2011. The yacht was painted top-to-bottom, the entertainment system was upgraded with new flat screen TV’s, audio speakers and components, and new fabrics and coverings on most of the yacht’s indoor and outdoor furniture.
Aerial photo of motoryacht TOUCH
Based in St Thomas, USVI, the yacht and her crew keep guests busy with an amazing assortment of watertoys. For instance, high-speed 29′ sportfish tender, sea kayaks, snorkel gear, and an assortment of towable toys. After a day of playing, a large ondeck Jacuzzi tub offers couples the chance to relax sore muscles and enjoy a cocktail under the stars.
In conclusion, filling this special niche for couples should keep motor yacht TOUCH busy for years to come…
This entry was posted in Yacht of the Week Yacht Charter Caribbean and tagged 1-800 Yacht Charters, yacht charter Caribbean, TOUCH, caribbean yacht charter, yacht with equal cabins, Jacuzzi, equal cabin yacht
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Feel like a kid on superyacht AMARULA SUN
Do you remember the last time you slid down a slide and laughed with glee? I’ll bet you were just a kid. Those those times on the neighborhood playground with friends. Special times surely etched in your memory.
The late Thomas Wolf wrote,
“You can’t go back home to your family, back home to your childhood…”
Respectfully, Mr. Wolf: I think you can! So does the owner of motor yacht AMARULA SUN. He invites charter clients to, “feel like a kid again.”
Trinity AMARULA SUN is available in the Bahamas this summer. For the month of June, her owner is offering a tremendous yacht charter special. Her price is 9 nights for the price of 7.
The yacht is well-suited for any type of luxury yacht charter guest. From low-keyed clients to travelers with lofty expectations, it’s all good. The reason? A well-trained, professional crew.
Captain Albert and his team of 8 charter-trained crewmembers will treat every guest to an extraordinarily fun-packed holiday. Your time onboard will be filled with
Yes, there IS an inflatable slide. It is quite a bit higher up than the playground slide you remember as a kid!
So there you have it. Captain Albert and the yacht’s owner invite you to come aboard. Leave your troubles behind. Feel like a kid again!
Yacht: AMARULA SUN
Length: 50m / 164 ft
Builder: Trinity Yachts
Built/refit: 2008 / 2018
Guests: 10-12
Cabins: 5 Cabins
Crew: 9
Summer
$175,000 per week
Winter
$195,000 per week
Year End Holidays
$230,000 per week
Rates include yacht, crew, and use of onboard amenities and watertoys. Local tax and all running expenses are additional (items such as food, fuel, bar, and dockage)
Summer – The Bahamas
Winter – The Caribbean, The Bahamas
$2 million upgrades in 2018
Eye catching new paint job with striking burgundy red accents
An impressive water toy selection for the adventurer’s paradise
Fully-equipped for any fitness routine. Yacht includes treadmill, elliptical, free weights, and more
Sizeable 41’ tender with three 350 outboards. It is perfect for all types of experiences. For instance, beach picnics, snorkeling trips, and fishing excursions
Opulent interior for the ultimate experience in luxury
Stunning two-level master suite with panoramic views
Surround sound cinema experience in the skylounge and high definition TVs throughout
Sociable sun deck with multiple areas for lounging and entertaining
Large swim platform offers easy access to the water and converts into beach club
2 x high-performance Yamaha WaveRunners
2 x SeaDoo Sparks
Flyboard, Seabobs
Standup paddleboards SUP’s
JetLev boat and jetpack
Waterslide (extra large)
Inflatable stern Jet Ski dock
Towable banana
Towable tubes
Wakeboard
Boogie boards
Water skis
Snorkeling Gear
Fitness equipment (for instance, treadmill)
Beach Set-up
Fully-equipped for fishing excursions
This offer ends June 30th, 2019.
For more information, submit your inquiry HERE at https://www.1800yachtcharters.com/explore-our-yachts/amarula-sun/book-now/. If you would rather speak to us in person, call or WhatsApp 1-800 Yacht Charters at +1.800.922.4824 .
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Luxury yacht charter sailboat BLISS
The owner of sail yacht BLISS has announced an ALL-INCLUSIVE special offer on the 37 meter luxury yacht charter vessel.
The charter rate of $98,000 per week includes three meals per day, standard bar and table wines, generator fuel, main engine fuel for an average of 3 hours per day, ship’s laundry, airport transit fees, and berthing fees for the first and last nights.
Not included, and to be charged to the charterer, will be any requested vintage wines and champagnes, communications costs, marina fees (apart from first and last night), and any shore excursions.
With her clean lines and contemporary design, sloop sailboat BLISS is a harmonious blend of comfort, style, and speed – ideal for extended cruising. Her composite hull and performance rigging enable her to sail efficiently in most wind conditions, offering comfortable cruising at all times, plus more exhilarating performance when desired.
Her modern interior décor features custom paint finishes with textured leather and shagreen-wrapped (stingray skin) panels. Outdoor areas offer sunbathing, shaded cockpit dining and a convenient swimming platform.
Sailboat BLISS with red sail
BLISS offers flexible and luxurious accommodations in three ensuite cabins, two of which can be configured as doubles or twins. Four additional Pullman berths allow her to accommodate up to 10 guests in total, making her perfect for families or groups of friends.
Onboard amenities include:
Kaleidescape movie server with movies and music accessible in each stateroom and in the saloon
iPod docking stations in each stateroom
Satellite TV in each stateroom and the saloon
For active guests, sail yacht BLISS’s aquasport inventory includes:
Castoldi 16m diesel jet tender
2 stand-up paddle boards
Water-skis (adult & child)
Wakeboard
Kneeboard
Towing ring
Towable banana
2 single-seat kayaks
Snorkel gear
Kite surfing equipment (for experienced users only)
Fishing gear
Spa pool on deck
Please note that the yacht is booked for: 29 Dec – 7 Jan 12 in St Maarten in the Caribbean
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You are the chef onboard a St. Barts yacht charter vessel, and your guests have asked you to create a lavish meal at sea with hard-to-find ingredients. Where do you turn?
The answer is a specialty food supplier such as The Grateful Palate.
CUSTOM ORDERS ARE IMPORTANT“The secrets of our success are, first of all, really understanding the amazing level of quality demanded by the wealthiest yacht owners in the world and, secondly, anticipating everything the crew will need for the trip,” said Leckey. “There is no other industry in the world that demands this level of attention to quality, from Beluga caviar to toilet paper (as the luxury yacht charter industry), and few other companies in the world that can meet those expectations.”
President of 1-800 Yacht Charters, Jana Sheeder, could not agree more.
WE LOVE REFERRALS!
This entry was posted in Caribbean Good Times and tagged Beluga caviar, Referrals wanted, yacht charter Caribbean, Gourmet meals, Jana Sheeder, president of 1-800 Yacht Charters, attention to detail, The Grateful Palate, Ft. Lauderdale, Leckey
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Hottest deals for luxury yachts are here! Several yacht owners have contacted us to promote their current charter specials. Take a look and find a deal that’s right for your next getaway.
Motor yacht MARY ALICE II –
10 nights for the price of 7. This Westport 130 is offering Bahama yacht charters for the special rate of $94,900 + expenses, for 10 nights for a charter commencing between April 22 and April 27, in Nassau. Accommodations for 10 guests.=======================================================================
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Catamaran for Caribbean Yacht Charter
Presenting the creative crew of a popular Virgin Islands yacht charter vessel. They are greener and eco-friendly. They also save their customers money.
Many guests eat a meal or two ashore during a week-long yachting vacation. Therefore, sail catamaran SILVER MOON announced a half board food option.
A typical all-inclusive charter features 3 meals a day. The half board option exists. It includes all breakfasts. It also includes 3 lunches and 4 dinners with beverages, the standard ship’s bar, and snacks. That said, all other meals are taken ashore at the guest’s expense.
Jana Sheeder, President of SailAway and 1-800 Yacht Charters, comments. She explains the benefits of a half board option:
“Part of the attraction of a yachting vacation is the chance to indulge in local customs and foods. Sometimes, fresh food on the yachts goes to waste as the clients tend to eat ashore two or three times a week in the various ports of call. The half board option cuts down on waste, preparation materials, and cleanup,” explains Sheeder.
Clients save money. The overall cost of the boating vacation can be reduced. It can then reflect the fewer meals and food served onboard.
Here’s the price breakdown on S/Y SILVER MOON:
Passengers Half-Board All-Inclusive
2 $ 8,000 $ 8,600
3 8,560 9,200
4 9,115 9,800
5 9,775 10,500
6 10,325 11,100
The sailing yacht SILVER MOON is a 44′ catamaran that launched in 2002. She has 3 guest cabins. Each includes a queen berth and private bathroom. The yacht has wind scoops to limit the need for air conditioning. The crew buys earth-friendly paper products, biodegradable cleaning products, and local organic produce when available. #eco-friendly
Other catamarans available in the Caribbean this winter include the world’s largest catamaran, the 145′ sail yacht HEMISPHERE, the 75′ sail catamaran LADY ALLIAURA, and the 65′ sail catamaran WORLD’S END.
This entry was posted in Caribbean Yacht of the Week Yacht Charter and tagged meals on a sailboat, how to save money on a yacht charter, Lady Alliaura, yacht charter Caribbean, Jana Sheeder, president of 1-800 Yacht Charters, caribbean yacht charter, catamaran yacht charter, Hemisphere catamaran, Hemisphere, half board
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