The history of the Virgin Islands, and in particular Tortola, is a fascinating and chequered one involving famous explorers, murderous pirates the slave trade and many changes in ownership. Even the origin of its name is up for debate. Many claim that Christopher Columbus, who discovered the archipelago of the Virgin Islands named the island Tortola after the Spanish word for Turtle Dove. The truth is much less romantic. He actually named it Santa Ana and its present name came after the later Dutch settlers named it Ter Tholen, after an island off the Netherlands. The British colonisers, not well known for their grasp of foreign language, changed it to Tortola.
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Phuket Kings Cup Regatta Report
The Kings Cup Regatta in Phuket is Asia’s biggest regatta, and has just completed its annual event in Phuket. The event really marks the start of high season for sailing around Phuket, with many Phuket charter yachts either watching or competing, and then being heavily booked on charters until the end of April.
Caribbean Catamarans Make the Ultimate Charter!
The most popular way to get initiated in the Caribbean is through a Catamaran St Vincent is an incredible destination to cruise through. Following that, many of our clients get hooked and they keep returning to the Virgin Island, whist others want to have a taste of the rest of the Caribbean. For those adventurous souls, the Windward Islands and more specifically St Vincent and the Grenadines are the solution; lying at the south western part of the Caribbean, opposite south America, this is a magnificent archipelago comprising of roughly two dozen bigger and smaller islands. Turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, great snorkeling and an abundance of fresh lobster makes the Grenadines simply unforgettable!
Go Bare in the BVI
It is a fact, for boat lovers and sailors alike there is no better holiday than bareboat charters BVI. The British Virgin Islands are internationally renowned as a sailing destination. The natural beauty, laid back culture and constant trade winds make it the perfect place to charter a yacht. Whether you want to while away the days on deck of your bareboat charter yacht, with a book in one hand and a cocktail in the other, or race in one of the many local sailing regattas, such as the BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival there is something for everyone in this Caribbean paradise.
Christmas Crewed Cat Countdown 2016!
With Christmas in the BVIs nearly upon us, we wish all of you a fantastic festive period in possibly the best place on earth to charter a catamaran. It’s time to consider Christmas 2016; if you haven’t organised your crewed catamarans BVI is the most fantastic destination. For a trip this year, now is the time to seriously consider Christmas 2016. With all the best catamarans being booked up near on a year in advance, you can pick the creme de la creme of yachts available!
