Boatbookings shares insights into the top hotels in the Bahamas to stay at before your luxury charter vacation.

While vacationing on a luxury crewed motor yacht, crewed catamaran, or crewed power catamaran in the Bahamas, consider adding a few nights either on the front or back end of your trip. Booking a hotel makes it easier to fly out if you have a particularly early or late flight. It is also a great opportunity to further explore the islands.

Popular embarkation points such as Nassau, Staniel Cay, or Marsh Harbor act as a natural gateway to the Exumas or the Abacos; however, they offer much more than simply a marina to embark from. With powdery white-sand beaches, impossibly clear waters, and an array of boutique shops, there is much to see and do onshore in the Bahamas. From first-hand experience in the region, the charter experts at Boatbookings have created this list of the top hotels to stay at before or after your charter in the Bahamas.

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Hotels in the Bahamas

Baha Mar | Nassau: With three different resorts and an on-site luxury water park, Baha Mar is perfect for the whole family. There are countless pools, spas, and beach access that is available to all guests on the property.

The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort | Paradise Island: This classic hotel welcomes guests with that iconic old-school Caribbean Elegance. It offers quiet luxury to couples as well as multi-generational families.

Staniel Cay Yacht Club | Staniel Cay: Immerse yourself in the laid-back island charm of Staniel Cay Yacht Club. While you wait for your departing flight or embarkation time, relax with a rum punch and watch as seaplanes land outside the open-air bar.

Abaco Beach Resort & Boat Harbour Marina | Marsh Harbour: Located near the most common embarkation point in Marsh Harbour, this is a great hotel to stay at right after your charter. Take the time to explore the charming Bahamian town and visit a few of the local bars and restaurants.

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For over 20 years, the Boatbookings team has created bespoke itineraries through the most popular chains in the Bahamas. Whenever you are ready to begin planning your next vacation, contact our charter experts who are more than happy to make your dreams a reality.

This week’s Boatbookings Superyacht of the Week edition invites you to experience the beauty of the Greek Islands aboard the spectacular Admiral 72m GECO, the brand-new flagship from the Italian Sea Group, designed in collaboration with Giorgio Armani. This extraordinary luxury yacht charter in Greece combines cutting-edge naval architecture with quintessential Italian styling, setting the new standard for superyacht charters in the Mediterranean for years to come.

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Delivered by the renowned Italian shipyard Admiral Yachts, part of The Italian Sea Group, the 72m GECO is a masterpiece of contemporary design, with interiors curated by Giorgio Armani and his design team. The full-beam master suite, luxurious guest cabins, and multiple lounge areas provide exceptional comfort for extended Mediterranean yacht charters, while her cinema room, wellness areas, and spacious salons ensure guests can relax in total privacy after a day exploring the Greek Islands.

Her sleek exterior lines, expansive deck spaces, and refined interior styling make her a standout choice for your 7 night Greece luxury motor yacht charter itinerary.  The outdoor spaces are unparalleled: guests can relax on the expansive sundeck, unwind in the Jacuzzi while anchored off Mykonos, or enjoy sunset dining overlooking the cliffs of Santorini. Her impressive beach club provides direct access to the sea and the most turquoise tranquil waters can always be enjoyed in Greece’s Ionian Islands. Whether you wish to whizz around on GECO’s Jet Skis in Kefalonia or Fliteboard the finest bays in Ithaki, GECO offers everything needed for an unforgettable luxury crewed yacht charter in Greece.

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Make a Boatbookings enquiry today to begin planning your bespoke luxury yacht charter in Greece aboard the brand-new Admiral 72m GECO by Giorgio Armani. The Boatbookings Charter Specialists will create a fully personalised itinerary to ensure your Greek Islands yacht charter is truly unforgettable.

Boatbookings shares insights into flying into the Bahamas to begin a 7-day yacht charter itinerary.

As a year-round travel destination, boasting impossibly clear waters, white sandy beaches, and main attractions such as swimming with pigs, the Bahamas are the perfect go-to spot for your next luxury charter vacation. It is now easier than ever to get to the Bahamas with many US airports servicing direct flights to Nassau, your point of embarkation. From there, you will board a Bahamas luxury crewed catamaran, Bahamas crewed motor yacht, or Bahamas crewed power catamaran and begin a 7-day charter itinerary through the Exumas.

As of 2026, 13 U.S. airports offer direct flights to Nassau via major airlines, including American, Delta, JetBlue, and Southwest. The most frequent flights occur from Florida, with 1-2 hour flights down to paradise. Other airports in major cities such as Atlanta and New York also provide direct flights into Nassau.

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Airlines and Airports Offering Direct Flights To Nassau:

Airlines

• American Airlines
• Delta Air Lines
• JetBlue Airways
• United Airlines
• Southwest Airlines
• Bahamasair

Airports

• Miami (MIA)
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
• Orlando (MCO)
• Atlanta (ATL)
• Charlotte (CLT)
• Washington, DC (DCA)
• Chicago (ORD)
• Philadelphia (PHL)
• New York (JFK)
• New York (LGA)
• Newark (EWR)
• Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)
• Houston (IAH)

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For over twenty years, Boatbookings has curated personalized itineraries through top Caribbean charter destinations like the Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, and US Virgin Islands. Contact our charter experts to receive a bespoke proposal and begin planning your next vacation!

Boatbookings has been supporting sustainable chartering for more than twenty years, and the dream is finally becoming a reality. A handful of innovative yacht builders are pushing the boundaries of electrification, solar energy, and onboard battery storage, and we regularly highlight these developments on our blog.

No manufacturer has pushed the technology more than Sunreef Yachts, who offer their ECO range of catamarans designed to rethink how yachts generate and use energy. Rather than relying primarily on diesel engines, the Sunreef Eco Series combines large solar arrays, electric propulsion, and high-capacity battery systems to dramatically reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

In practical terms, this means you can charter with very little fuel consumption, even while running air conditioning and cruising under power.

Here are the key sustainability features that make Sunreef Eco catamarans stand out.

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Solar Power Built Into the Yacht

One of the most distinctive features of the Eco line is the “solar skin” (see picture above). While many charter yachts now add solar panels to their roofs to cut down on the use of the generator, Sunreef integrates thin photovoltaic panels directly into the yacht’s structure.

These panels are embedded into virtually all of the external boat surfaces, making it one large floating solar panel. On larger models, the solar coverage can exceed 200 square meters, allowing the yacht to generate a meaningful amount of electricity throughout the day. This reduces the need to run diesel generators for onboard systems such as air conditioning, refrigeration, lighting, and electronics.

For charter guests, this also means much quieter anchorages, fewer engine hours, and lower cost.

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Electric Propulsion Instead of Traditional Engines

Most traditional yachts rely on diesel engines for propulsion and generators for electricity. Sunreef Eco models replace this system with electric propulsion powered by large battery banks.

This provides:

• dramatically reduced fuel consumption
• almost silent operation
• far less vibration
• reduced emissions

Electric motors also provide immediate torque and very smooth maneuvering, which is particularly helpful when docking large catamarans.

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Large Battery Systems Store Renewable Energy

The biggest impediment to fully solar yachts is, of course, energy use at night when the sun isn’t shining. The obvious answer to this is batteries, but until recently, battery packs large enough to power a large yacht have been prohibitively expensive or heavy. Battery costs have declined by 95% in the past 15 years, finally making all of this feasible. Sunreef Eco catamarans include large lithium battery banks, capable of storing hundreds of kilowatt-hours of electricity. In certain conditions, the yacht can operate for long periods without running a generator at all.

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More Sustainable Materials and Design

Sunreef has also begun addressing the materials used in yacht construction and interiors. Initiatives include:

• Alternative decking materials that reduce reliance on traditional teak
• Recycled or responsibly sourced interior materials
• Energy-efficient lighting and onboard systems

None of this makes the yacht look less luxurious. If anything, the interiors feel warmer and more contemporary than many traditional builds.

Sustainability, in this case, does not mean sacrificing comfort.

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The Benefits for Charter Guests

Even if sustainability is not a primary driver of your charter yacht choice, the features above create several practical benefits:

• Quieter anchorages with fewer generator hours
• Lower emissions cruising in sensitive marine environments
• Greater energy independence when exploring remote areas
• A more modern onboard experience

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Book a sustainable charter!

Please contact us if you are interested in chartering a Sunreef Eco Series yacht, or any of our other sustainable choices!

Boatbookings shares insights into traveling to and from the BVI.

Renting a luxury crewed charter yacht in the British Virgin Islands is the best way to see all the region has to offer. You will begin in Tortola, where you will embark on a BVI crewed catamaran, BVI crewed power catamaran, or BVI motor yacht for a 7-day BVI cruising itinerary. From over twenty years of planning bespoke experiences in the BVI, Boatbookings has found that there are two ways to get to Tortola, both of which are simple and can be easily arranged beforehand.

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During your holiday to the British Virgin Islands, you can either fly directly into the Terrance B. Lettsome airport on Tortola or fly into the Cyril E. King airport on St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. Should you choose to fly into St. Thomas, you would then take a ferry or private water taxi to Tortola.

Ferries typically have a set pickup and drop-off location and schedule, with tickets that can be purchased through individual companies in advance. We recommend using Road Town Fast Ferry, Native Son Inc. Ferries, or Smith Ferries. Ferry tickets are also typically the cheaper option.

Alternatively, you can rent a private water taxi, which allows you to choose your pickup and drop-off location. The customs process is relatively quicker, and you can customize your experience with drinks depending on the company you use. We recommend using Island Time BVI, Chillout Charters, or The Last Mile Water Taxi.

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However you choose to get to Tortola, the charter experts at Boatbookings are here to hold your hand every step of the way. Contact our team, and they will recommend the best travel plan for you!