Innehållsförteckning för Charter 2018 från Cruising World

Thirty-five years, 350 schools worldwide, half a million “Keelboat 101” grads. Since 1983, more than 507,000 people have learned to properly handle a 20- to 27-foot sloop-rigged sailboat during the day in moderate conditions via the American Sailing Association (asa.com) curriculum. That April 2018 announcement from the group tells only a part of the larger success story. The multilevel ASA certification system includes textbook study, hands-on education, opportunities for active participation, and testing. Including 101, a total of a million certifications have been issued to graduates of course levels 103 (Basic Coastal Cruising) and 104 (Bareboat Cruising), standards that convey the ability to sail and charter boats up to 45 feet in length. As one of several educational options available in the recreational marine market today, the ASA’s network of…

On charters in the Greek Islands aboard our Atlantic 70 cutter, Stressbuster, my husband, Kostas, and I introduce guests to delicious Greek food and culinary traditions. One of those is the custom of gathering friends in late afternoon or evening to share mezedes, varied small plates of food presented simultaneously and shared among those at the table — like Spanish tapas — usually accompanied by wine or ouzo, always accompanied by fun! Although the portions are appetizer-size, mezedes are not “starters.” They are a meal unto themselves. § Eggplant is a Greek-cuisine staple; its versatility and availability in many locations make it ideal for use on board in other locales. This roasted-eggplant meze is a favorite. § It’s easy to whip up on charter — just roast the eggplant while…

Step 1: We’ll use a universal plotting sheet to work out our current vectors. The plotting sheet is marked with units for distance and angle. We’ll use it to draw vectors, lines that represent both angle and distance. To solve problems for tidal current, the trick is to create a plot based on one hour of travel. That way our speed (knots) equals our distance (miles), and the length of each vector directly represents our speed. In this problem, we’re steering a course of 020 true and making 5 knots through the water. Using dividers with a pencil tip on one end, measure off 5 miles on the distance scale and make an arc near our course. Next, using the compass rose, line up parallel rules from the plotting sheet’s…

AS OUR PLANE DESCENDED TO LAND IN SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, MY DAUGHTER, LILY, CHATTED WITH THE MIDDLE-AGED FELLOW SITTING NEXT TO HER IN THE WINDOW SEAT. IT WAS HIS FIRST TIME FLYING, HE SAID WITH A DRAWL. HE WAS A CONSTRUCTION WORKER, AND HIS BOSS HAD DISPATCHED HIM TO THE STORM-RAVAGED ISLAND TO TACKLE A FEW JOBS. AS THE LANDSCAPE CAME INTO FOCUS, TALK TURNED TO ALL THE BLUE TARPS THEY SAW ON THE ROOFS BELOW, AND LILY JOKED THAT IT MIGHT BE A WHILE BEFORE HE GOT BACK HOME. From my aisle seat, I strained to look over their shoulders, but all I could see were lush green hills, cloud-shrouded peaks and an insanely blue sea behind us. Welcome, then, to Puerto Rico. Honestly, Lily and I had…

AS a Southern California ocean sailor I had never been to Big Blue, the second-deepest lake in America and considered by many to be the most beautiful. But when I saw the endless pine-covered slopes and the majestic mountains that surround Lake Tahoe like a crown, I thought, What took me so long? The lake has many singular traits. Three hours northeast of San Francisco, it is 22 miles long and 12 miles wide, and it is divided roughly in half by the state line that separates California and Nevada. Tahoe sits at the entrance to the Sierra Nevada, with a surface elevation of 6,200 feet. It is drained by only one river, the Truckee, and it is almost 100 percent pure, like bottled water. It has only one keelboat…

Adriatic Sailing presents biggest crewed catamaran fleet on the Adriatic coast. Three years in the row, 2015, 2016 & 2017 Croatian Chamber of Commerce, Croatian Ministry of Tourism and Croatian National Tourism Board awarded Adriatic Sailing among three best yacht charter companies in Croatia. For the charter season 2018 Adriatic Sailing offers new Lagoon 620 Adriatic Lion and Lagoon 620 Adriatic Tiger, Lagoon 620 Opal (2017), Lagoon 560 Princess Seline (2016), offered as crewed yachts only, as well as the five catamarans ready for charter as bareboat. Among the mentioned catamarans, there are 16 well maintained monohulls to offer. That leads us to the sum of 25 yacht, yet for the charter season in the 2019th year we just can’t wait for the brand new crewed Lagoon Seventy 7 model…

It’s time to find the true spirit of adventure with a dream experience of a lifetime in the most beautiful destinations. We are the world’s leading yacht charterer and offer the widest choice of bases and boats. Choose from +45 memorable destinations worldwide and browse the industry’s largest and most diverse fleet of +900 yachts from respected manufacturers, including Fountaine Pajot, Dufour and Bali. Sail bareboat or let us take care of you with our all-inclusive vacation packages. Relax on board with a modern, comfortable double cabin with private bathroom and let our crew plan the itinerary and serve your meals. For the ultimate in luxury, you can rent the entire boat for you and your guests. If you are interested in becoming a yacht owner, we have the most…

For almost 50 years, The Moorings has been a leader in providing unsurpassed yachting charters throughout the globe. Since first beginning as a bareboat company in the British Virgin Islands we have now expanded to include power yacht vacations as well as all-inclusive crewed charters with a private captain and gourmet chef. All our charters take place on custom-built yachts designed with the highest standards to provide customers with an incredible voyage personalized to match their tastes. Experienced boaters can choose to take the helm and captain their own sail or power yacht, ranging from 37 to 58-feet, ideal for traveling with friends and family. For those desiring a more relaxed experience, knowledgeable skippers are available as well. Our all-inclusive crewed yacht charters provide guests with a captain and gourmet…

Book and sail a new Lagoon or Gemini Catamaran during the full moon in one of our three bases located in British Virgin Islands, Fort Lauderdale or Chesapeake Bay, USA. The Catamaran Company is the worldwide leader in all aspects of the catamaran market. We specialize in the sale of new and used catamarans, the worldwide chartering of catamarans whether for a day, a week, a month, either bareboat, with a captain or with a full crew. We provide all catamaran related services and repairs, and simply put, offer a one-stop destination for buyers, sellers, owners and guests looking for a sailing vacation. The company offers a wide range of value-added services including catamaran insurance, documentation, delivery, dockage, financing, yacht management and charter yacht placement options. LOCATION TORTOLA – BRITISH…

We invite you experience the legendary beauty and quality sailing of the Spanish Virgin Islands, United States Virgin Islands, and British Virgin Islands. Our convenient base locations in Fajardo, Puerto Rico and Red Hook St. Thomas allow for cost effective travel options and get you sailing quicker. We offer only late model, fully equipped, meticulously maintained Lagoon Catamarans and Jeanneau yachts for bareboat or crewed charter. As the only bare boat yacht charter company in the Caribbean brave enough to put our company on TripAdvisor, you owe it to yourself to find out why our customers rave about us. LOCATION Spanish Virgin Islands and US Virgin Islands FLEET SIZE 12 Boats CONTACT 866-866-4874 info@sailcaribe.com www.sailcaribe.com…

Croatian charter fleet of 70 yachts in the heart of the Mediterranean. Sailing boats, power boats, catamarans, crewed yachts. Visit Dubrovnik, Hvar, Kornati and Krka National parks… Discover why Croatia is the world’s top sailing destination! CONTACT Nauticki centar Pina i Mare Obala Jerka Šižgorica 1, D-Marin Marina Mandalina 22000 Šibenik – CROATIA tel: +385 (0) 22 312 999 fax: +385 (0) 22 312 988 e-mail: booking@ncp.hr web: www.ncp-charter.com…

Off shore Sailing School has taught more than 140,000 adults and families how to sail or sail better for 55 years. Sailing instruction for all skill levels is available at six resort locations in Florida and the British Virgin Islands. Olympian, America’s Cup sailor and National Sailing Hall of Fame inductee, Steve Colgate, designed the Colgate 26 keelboat used to teach basic sailing, performance sailing and racing, and teambuilding programs. Steve and his wife, Doris Colgate, have developed best practices for teaching sailing, wrote the curriculum for every course, and comprehensive textbooks. America’s #1 Sailing School® offers US Sailing certification, recognized by charter companies worldwide. The company’s fleet includes, Colgate 26 sailboats, 40’-50’ cruising yachts and catamarans. Power Catamaran courses are also available in the BVI. Off shore Sailing School…

BOUND FOR THE EXUMAS For many sailors, the Exuma island chain in the central Bahamas holds a special place in their cruising memories. I know it does for me. I’ve been fortunate enough to visit these islands several times, beginning in 2003 and most recently in 2017. Each occasion is a blend of discovery and homecoming — the excitement of anchoring somewhere new, or the comfort of revisiting an old favorite. The Exumas, which include some 365 cays and islands spread over 130 nautical miles, offer plenty of opportunities for either. New for 2018, both The Moorings and Dream Yacht Charter offer bareboat and crewed charters from bases in Nassau, which is about a 30-mile sail to the northern end of the Exumas chain. If you’re planning a cruise of…

Booking a charter vacation can be daunting, particularly if you’ve never done it before or are looking to cruise in a new area or on a different type of boat. But there’s no need to go it alone — a charter broker can help you through all stages of your trip. To get a better idea of what exactly charter brokers do, I asked two experts in the yacht charter field, Scott Farquharson, of Proteus Yacht Charters, and Steve McCrea, of Ed Hamilton & Co. Yacht Charter Agents, to fill in the details. Cruising World: First off, can you explain just what a charter broker is? “A charter broker is a company or person who has a lot of experience within the charter industry and knows the yachts, the fleets,…

On September 6, 2017, Hurricane Irma made a direct hit on the British Virgin Islands, and nearly all of the charter fleets there suffered heavy losses. For Voyage Charters (voyagecharters.com), whose base is in Soper’s Hole on the West End of Tortola, the destruction was enormous. “We were most fortunate that none of our BVI base team suffered physical injury,” says David Beavis, Voyage’s managing director. “However, all 29 vessels in our fleet were damaged. Thankfully, we had no charter guests on island at the time, as we always schedule the month of September for annual maintenance.” Recovery from a storm of this magnitude is a long, tough road for any business anywhere, but when your business happens to involve sailboats and also be located on an island in the…

The Lake Tahoe sailing season runs from about Memorial Day to the end of September, but there might still be snow on the mountainsides into June. Although the lake has only one true bay, there are several crescent-shaped open road-steads on both sides that are suitable for anchoring. Examples are Meeks Bay on the west shore and Sand Harbor on the east. Both of these coves have swim buoys that not only protect swimmers, but also act as safe-depth markers for sailboats. The Fresh Ketch restaurant at the Tahoe Keys Marina is recommended and an easy stroll from most of the docks. If you go ashore, don’t leave food in your beached dinghy because Tahoe bears are quite interested in such easy pickings. In fact, it is not a good…

Discover the world’s newest charter hot spot - the Mexican Riviera. Set sail from Paradise Village Marina within a magnificent 5-Star resort just 20 minutes from Puerto Vallarta International Airport. Charter one of our new, luxuriously equipped Jeanneau sail or power yachts. Explore tropical anchorages, dine in a magical beachfront restaurants, shop where your dollars go farther, swim with whales and dolphins and dance under the stars. The Pacific Coast of Mexico has long been a favorite of cruising sailors and is now available to our charterers. This 300 mile stretch of coastline from Mazatlan to Manzanillo is practically in our backyard with over 90 flights a day into PVR. Club Nautique de Mexico’s new charter base is the finest you’ve ever experienced and you’ll save so much money on…

Discover the beautiful waterways of Europe and Canada. Glide effortlessly on sun-dappled canals, follow cobbled streets of small villages or outdoor markets with local delicacies, or sample wine at a local vineyard. Whatever your dream vacation, it can be found on your own personal Le Boat cruiser……with no license or previous boating experience needed! Le Boat is a leading supplier of river and canal holidays, currently operating across eight countries in Europe with a fleet of over 900 boats, and now cruising on the UNESCO World Heritage Rideau Canal in Canada. Le Boat’s range of destinations offer something for everyone, including families looking to keep travelers of all ages happy, a group of friends seeking fun and adventure or a couple seeking a quiet escape. Le Boat offers a wide…

Every sailor knows, a charter company is only as good as their yachts. We have magnificent destinations, optimised itineraries and a skilled team, but our boats are the real jewels in our crown. So we invest every year and review which yachts go where, to make sure that our fleet continues to deliver incredible sailing, time and time again. Performance, space and comfort are the hallmarks of our fleet. Our purpose-built Jeanneau monohulls sit proudly alongside our exclusive Robertson and Caine catamarans, giving you the best sailing options available. Our brand-new Sunsail 454 was even announced Cruising World’s Boat of the Year 2017. You’ll find everything you need on deck, from electric windlasses and dinghies with outboards to top quality-navigation technology. These small details make a big difference, and are…

Founded in 1982, Ed Hamilton & Co is one of the largest and most respected yacht charter brokerages in the industry, arranging bareboat and crewed charters worldwide. Selected by Conde Nast as their recommended broker for Caribbean yacht charters 9 years running. We act as the customer’s advocate and offer impartial advice on how boats, crews, and destinations compare. We visit the cruising grounds and inspect the yachts frequently, so our advice is firsthand. Ed Hamilton & Co offers a full range of sailing and power yachts, both catamarans and monohulls. Bareboats range from 30’ to 62’; crewed yachts from 45’ and up. LOCATION CARIBBEAN, MEDITERRANEAN, SOUTH PACIFIC, NORTH AMERICA, SOUTHEAST ASIA CONTACT 800.621.7855 207.882.7855 WWW.ED-HAMILTON.COM INFO@ED-HAMILTON.COM…

Celebrating 34 years in business, Southwest Florida Yachts offers sail and power charters and boating school. The cruising area includes the barrier islands of Sanibel and Captiva. From three days to three weeks, Southwest Florida Yachts will work with your schedule to deliver memories that will last a lifetime. We also offer a Charter Yacht Ownership program. LOCATION CAPE CORAL, FLORIDA AT TARPON POINT MARINA FLEET SIZE 20 CONTACT Toll free: 800-262-7939 Tel: 239-257-2788 www.swfyachts.com info@swfyachts.com…

Blue Water Sailing School is an American Sailing Association facility offering all levels of ASA training: Basic Sailing to Bareboat Chartering to Advanced Coastal Cruising and more. Our live-aboard cruising and sailing courses give dedicated students the experience and confidence to achieve their dreams of nautical adventure. Sailing and cruising instruction is all we do! With our specialized approach, you can be assured of the finest training available. We are based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and have additional locations in the Virgin Islands, the Bahamas and Newport, RI. LOCATION Fort Lauderdale, Virgin Islands, Bahamas and Newport, RI FLEET SIZE 10 CONTACT 800-255-1840 bwss.com info@bwss.com…

BAREBOAT CHARTERING An atmosphere of Caribbean-inspired euphoria, unbridled enthusiasm and — in retrospect — a pinch of overconfidence blew across the cockpit of Aigue Marine, our Sunsail-chartered Beneteau 50, as we sailed from English Harbour to nearby Green Island, just off of Antigua’s eastern flank. The plan was to toss the hook and clean the boat’s ample undercarriage in preparation for the next day’s start of the 2008 edition of Antigua Sailing Week. Given that our crew all had racing experience, and given that we were competing in the regatta’s chubby-hubby bareboat fleet, we naively assumed that our competition would be soft. Three days and numerous midfleet finishes later, we were quickly learning that it takes more than a scrub brush and some late-winter cabin fever to win a Caribbean…

Sitting at the wheel and tweaking the sails of the new Leopard 50 on a breezy afternoon off the coast of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, last winter was pretty darned enjoyable. But then again, so was lounging around on the flybridge a few steps removed from the helm station, watching someone else do all the work. In fact, strolling about the boat and taking in the expansive views from numerous vantage points, I quickly concluded there are any number of ways to enjoy the newest catamaran from Robertson and Caine. And that’s the whole idea, since the South African builder sells all of its boats into the Moorings and Sunsail charter fleets, and to private owners under the Leopard Catamaran brand. To be successful, a boat like the 50 has to…

Once upon a time, in what now feels like a former life, I visited a small village on a remote bay in Fiji. Daku village, on Kadavu Island, used to be frequented by a steady stream of cruising sailors in search of a deep connection to the local culture, though today, it seems to have dropped off of most Pacific cruisers’ radars. Just an overnight sail away from the bustle of Fiji’s main island of Viti Levu, Daku was full of happy memories for me of a time spent anchored off the village decades ago while I was cruising on Mahina Tiare, a 31-foot Hallberg-Rassy sloop. For years, I’d dreamed of returning, but time passed and life got in the way. Then a happy coincidence appeared in the form of…

Why Is CYOA Special? • CYOA has been delivering extraordinary vacations since 1980.• We are a small charter operation … that is BIG on excellent customer service.• We’re a mature, established company with a young fleet: our yachts are all air conditioned, include catamarans with water makers, ice makers and more, as well as exciting new, modern, monohulls.• We’re just 10 minutes from the St. Thomas airport so our guests spend less time commuting and more time sailing—to St. John, St. Croix, the BVI/Anegada, and the Spanish Virgins.• Our on-island staff specializes in friendly, personal, professional service: they’re happy to share local knowledge to help you plan the perfect vacation.• Our guaranteed-payment yacht ownership program ensures that new yachts are always entering our fleet—six of them so far this year!•…

Imagine spending a week with family and friends aboard a boat in the destination of your choice, experiencing exceptional life moments. Whether sailing or power is your passion, or you desire to indulge in the British Virgin Islands, Mediterranean, Australia or Croatia, MarineMax Vacations planning experts are waiting to help you plan your trip of a lifetime. Allow our highly experienced, professional vacation planners to find you the right boat at the right price. They will find the perfect yacht for you in the destination of your choice and handle all the details. We have access to monohulls and catamarans throughout the world and only work with the best partners. We’ll plan a charter vacation tailored to your wants and needs – all that’s missing is you! LOCATIONS BRITISH VIRGIN…

Our “boutique” charter company, located in Tortola in the beautiful British Virgin Islands, is owner-operated, with knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming staff who will make sure you enjoy your sailing holiday to the fullest. TMM has been in business since 1979, just short of 40 years, with owner, Barney Crook at the “helm” for the past 35 years. He has personally been welcoming clients to his “back-yard” since that time. We are a smaller charter company, however, we have one of the newest and best maintained fleets in the BVI. TMM has a total of 36 sailing yachts, all competitively priced, ranging in size from 36’ to 52’, and over half of these yachts are brand new! Whether you wish to learn to sail, captain your own yacht, or have us…

Kiriacoulis is the leader in both Monohull and catamaran yacht charters in the Med, with over 450 yachts available from 25 bases in Greece, Turkey, Croatia, Italy, France & Malta. Bareboat & fully crewed charters are offered or join a flotilla out of Athens, Greece every Saturday to sail the Saronic Gulf and the picturesque islands of Aegina, Hydra, Spetses and Poros plus the mainland towns such as Epidavros with its famous ancient amphitheatre. LOCATION Greece, Turkey, Croatia, Italy, France & Malta FLEET SIZE 450 Yachts CONTACT USA office 1.800.714.3411 Kiriacoulis@mindspring.com www.kiriacoulis.com…

With charter bases in San Diego, California and Puerto Escondido, Mexico, West Coast Multihulls specializes in catamaran charters and instruction. We like to refer to ourselves as “catamarancentric”. Everything we do centers around catamarans. In San Diego, our fleet consists of 8 cats ranging from 36’ to 44’ including 4 Fountaine Pajots, a Seawind 1160 Lite, a Bali 4.3, a Gemini and a Moorings 38. In Mexico (Sea of Cortez), we have a luxury 2017 Fountaine Pajot SABA 50 available for charter and classes. Our new base is located in the newly renovated marina in picturesque Puerto Escondido, just south of Loreto. Want to learn how to sail a catamaran on your own? Earn your ASA certification on one of our customized Learn to Sail Vacations at either location. LOCATION…

Yes, sailing really can slow down your world. It’s an activity that can be shared with your family and friends and will change your life forever! For over 35 years the American Sailing Association has taught the highest quality, most comprehensive sailing courses available anywhere! Since its inception the ASA has certified over 7000 instructors who, have in turn, certified over half a million people to the Basic Sailing level and awarded an additional half a million certifications for advanced skills. ASA schools offer Basic to Off shore certification courses at over 350 locations worldwide. No matter where you are the ASA lifestyle is not far away. ASA schools give you the confidence you need to live your dreams. So, it’s time you get off your duffs and go out…

Most boats are nouns; the Maine Cat 38 is a verb — a boat that can be understood only in motion, and preferably under sail with a good breeze blowing. Last March, I sailed the Maine Cat 38 Tamarack, hull number four, in the Sea of Abaco, Bahamas, with my parents, my college-age daughter and her friend. Meanwhile, one of 2018’s several historic winter storms was blowing through New England and the Canadian Maritimes, sending massive swells down our way and contributing to a squash zone of isobars on our local weather map. In the Abacos, that meant 20-foot seas offshore, rages in the cuts between cays and sustained winds edging toward 30 knots all week. Already on the Monday we flew in, Marsh Harbour’s supermarket shelves were empty of…