Caribbean

The islands of the Caribbean have long inspired romance the world over. They offer strong trade winds, azure waters, pristine palm-tree beaches, diverse cultures and cuisines, and some of the finest cruising and snorkeling/diving destinations in the world.  The region feels like constant summer, with warm temperatures, natural beauty, and a relaxed atmosphere.

While a great many people visit the Caribbean annually on overcrowded cruise ships or to stay in luxury hotels and villas, it is well known among savvy world travelers that the only truly great way to enjoy the full fruits of the Caribbean is to experience it all on a sailboat. On a sailing vacation you can spent one night in a quite anchorage, wake up and swim with turtles in the morning, yet spend the following night in a town filled with shops and five star food. Only on a sailing vacation you truly experience the vibrant modern culture and unique Caribbean history of the islands or take in vistas and beaches that are only accessible by boat.

A sailor’s paradise, the Caribbean is made up of more than 7,000 islands, islets, reefs and cays in one of the world’s most compact cruising areas. The main islands are lush and mountainous, with breathtaking views of white crescent beaches that create a maze of protected passages between them. Steady trade winds, line-of-sight navigation, and numerous anchorages make the Caribbean ideal for island hopping. The islands are generally grouped by sailing itineraries in The US Virgin Islands, The British Virgin Islands, The Leeward Islands, and The Windward Islands.