More than 100 Spectacular Luxury Charter Yachts in Attendance at the 2011 Antigua Charter Yacht Show

It is the 50th anniversary of the Antigua Charter Yacht Show and reasons for the longevity of the popular event abound. The show sets the stage for charter agents to view the stunning array of availabilities for the forthcoming Caribbean charter season, to meet with captains and crews, and to sample the delicacies of the many remarkably talented chefs.

The attending yachts, which range in length from 46 feet to 245 feet, are berthed in three marinas, Falmouth Harbour, English Harbour and Nelson`s Dockyard. Our charter experts have been on board several of the yachts in all three locations.

At English Harbor top yachts included the magnificent 184ft. Perini Navi, PANTHALASSA, a high-performance sailing yacht with a James Bond flare. BLISS, a striking 121ft. Dubois features stunning interiors embellished by exotic elements such as stingray skin and glass-embedded metal. The attractive crew of BLISS ranks highly for enthusiasm and charm.

The week-long annual event also features the popular Concours De Chef and table-setting competition. This year chefs are asked to prepare a Caribbean banquet celebrating the Antigua Charter Show’s 50th anniversary.

Piper Heidsieck is sponsoring the Steward/Stewardess Table Setting Challenge with a prize for the most imaginative and elegant Caribbean-themed anniversary table decoration incorporating the number 50.

Check back for continuous updates about top yachts and show events!

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Posted on December 6, 2011 by admin

The Judges Decide: 2011 BVI Charter Yacht Show Best in Show Awards

The Charter Yacht Society of the BVI hosted the 30^th Annual BVI Charter Yacht Show, November 8-11. There were many wonderful events organized for attendees that culminated with a gala Farewell Dinner for all charter brokers and yacht crews at the Scrub Island Resort, Spa and Marina. Highlighting the event was the Best in Show awards ceremony,

which took place following cocktails and a sumptuous buffet dinner.

This beautiful, sunny evening saw several yachts set sail over to Scrub Island, while other attendees were transported by complimentary ferry from the dock in Roadtown, Tortola. Scrub Island is located about three miles offshore from the Tortola airport. The development opened in 2010 and offers rental and residential vacation properties with docking and resort facilities on site including two restaurants, retail shops and a first class spa.

This year Sol petroleum, providers of fuel for the majority of marinas in the BVI,

provided some of the prizes for winners in five different categories. Prizes included two round trip tickets from Beef Island, Tortola to San Juan, Puerto Rico. The panel of judges, comprised of anonymous charter brokers, viewed seventy participating yachts and met their crews in order to submit their votes in each category. After the votes were tallied the winners were:

Avalon Paul and Melissa — AVALON Paul & Melissa

Best in Show

First Place: AVALON

Second Place: AKASHA

Best Multihull Over 51 Feet

Catsy Felicia — CATSY Jim & Amanda (center) FELICIA Chris & Julie (right)

First Place: CATSY

Second Place: FELICIA

Best Multihull 50 Feet and Under

First Place: NUTMEG

Second Place: DREAMING ON

Nutmeg Paul and Ginette — NUTMEG Chef Ginette, CYS Exec. Dir. Janet Oliver, Captain Chris

Best Monohull

First Place: TAKAPUNA

Second Place: BLUE PASSION

Best Motor Yacht

First Place: FREEDOM

Second Place: OBSESSION

The Charter Yacht Show is the largest of its kind in the Virgin Islands and is an important annual event that provides an opportunity for charter industry professionals to develop a personal knowledge of yachts and relationship with

crews. BVI yacht charters contribute more than $35 million dollars in revenue annually from the many

charter guests who enjoy this exquisite cruising region.

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Tortola Yacht Charter and Beach Guide

BVI Sailing Itineraries

BVI Yacht Charter

Posted on November 21, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓

JetLev Debuts Water Propelled Jetpack at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Jetlev, ambitiously described by the company as applicable to firefighting, search and rescue, marine structure inspection and repair, and peacekeeping, is certainly an unusual device. The propulsion engine, fuel and related systems are housed in a separate trailing vessel about the size of a waverunner hull and tethered to the jetpack. Water is the jet propulsion medium that allows riders to reach heights up to 28 feet and maximum speed above water at 35 kph, according to the manufacturer. Jetlev has a price tag of $175,000.

Specifications:
Flight ceiling (measured at feet level): 28 feet (8.5 meters)
Duration at wide-open throttle (approx.) 1 hour
Duration at cruising speed (approx.) 1.5-2 hours

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Posted on November 2, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓

FLIBS 4th Annual Perfect Setting Challenge 2011: Wow is the Factor

OLGA: Chef Claire Villemure and Chief Stew Sara Herrera

This annual event at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show highlights the extraordinary talents of individual crews in creating a lavish presentation that demonstrates their unique skills and creativity in table dressing.

This year the theme of the formal interior setting was to capture the unique and luxurious elements of a global destinations that inspires. The informal category was based on the beauty and brilliance of color. The event took place on Friday, October 28, with crews on 14 yachts participating in the contest, which provided an especially delightful experience for those of us who toured the yachts that day.

MIA ELISE won Best in Show with a romantic Victorian gothic setting created by Chief Stew Coty Strabley and 2nd Stew Ashley Kendall. Second place in the formal category was awarded to Chief Stew Antonika Chanel and the crew of MARY ALICE II, who dressed in whimsical Alice in Wonderland costumes. Third place in the formal category brought the Great Barrier Reef to the table on board LAUREL. The imaginative theme included live fish in centerpiece vases.

OHANA was awarded first place in the uplifting informal category based on splashes of color. The People’s choice awards went to MIA ELISE in the

formal category and to OHANA in the informal category.

The other participating yachts all created fantastic settings that impressed everyone fortunate enough to view their artistic endeavors. Chief Stew Olivia Joseph, 2nd Stew Sarina Pearl, and 3rd Stew Cindy Bekkedam on board NEWVIDA cooled guests down with an arctic theme complete with chilly clouds of dry ice.

Chief Stew Sara Herrera, an accomplished mariachi singer, performed a magnificent song at her informal Mexico place setting that gave the onlookers gathered on OLGA goose bumps. With a magically quick costume change she joined the rest of the crew to present the formal Africa-themed table.

Needless to say, all of the place settings were spectacular and all deserve congratulations.

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available for Caribbean charter this season.

Follow this link for details on chartering luxury yacht OLGA in the Bahamas this season.

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Posted on October 30, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓

Nordhavn 86 Expedition Yacht Debuts at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Oct. 27-31

The transoceanic Nordhavn 86 explorer will make her public debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show this week. The N86 is the first superyacht launched by Pacific Asian Enterprises Inc. (PAE). According to the company, it is the success of the hull that has served as a catalyst in the design and forthcoming launch of the Nordhavn 120, which will place PAE into a firmly competitive position in the expedition and superyacht market.

Expedition yachts are designed as long range, ocean-crossing vessels. For the Nordhavn 86 to be successful in today’s competitive market, the design must prove to be seaworthy, safe, eco friendly and luxurious. PAE built the N86 using exotic woods, stone and materials, handcrafted in house by skilled artisans. Each hull is customized to incorporate the owners’ unique vision and state-of-the-art technology and equipment.

During the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, October 27-31, the Nordhavn 86 will be open for viewing at the Las Olas Marina, slip 123. The N86 on display is built for fun, optimized to carry toys with custom storage for SCUBA equipment, fishing gear and Jet skis. The layout features two VIP suites with an aft-facing master suite on the bridge level complete with sliding doors, which lead out to a private balcony. A second VIP stateroom is located on the main level.

Showcased alongside the 86 at Fort Lauderdale will be the Nordhavn 64, currently one of PAE’s top selling models. Both yachts will be at the Las Olas section of the show. Additionally, a Nordhavn 55 will be in Fort Lauderdale at the main section of the show on B Dock slip #230.

CaryAli is a Nordhavn 86 built in 2007 that is available for charter in the Caribbean and Mediterranean. CaryAli offers luxury accommodations, outstanding features, electronics and toys.

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Posted on October 25, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓