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Aerial of deserted palm-backed beach with lone walker in surf

Featured · On-Board Lifestyle · Oct 2026 · 5 min

BVI Full Moon Parties 2026/27: Trellis Bay Dates & Where to Moor

The 2026/27 Trellis Bay full moon party dates, how to moor before the bay fills, and Marina Cay fallbacks for arriving by boat.

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Panoramic hilltop view over green headlands and yacht anchorage, Virgin Gorda area, BVI

Sailing Itineraries · Oct 2026 · 5 min

10-Day BVI Catamaran Itinerary: The Unhurried Loop Beyond the 7-Day Classics

A relaxed 10-day BVI catamaran route adding two nights at Anegada, the Norman Island caves and slow Jost Van Dyke days to the classic loop.

Lush green hillside overlooking turquoise sea and distant coastal town

Charter Tips · Oct 2026 · 5 min

Charter by the Cabin: Caribbean Catamaran Cruises for Couples & Solo Sailors

How per-cabin Caribbean catamaran cruises work, what they cost versus a whole boat, and where they run in the BVI and Grenadines.

Aerial view of curved Caribbean bay with anchored yachts and reefs

Boat Reviews · Oct 2026 · 5 min

Best Catamarans for Caribbean Charter 2027: 8 Fleet Models Compared

Eight Caribbean charter catamarans compared by group size, budget, AC, squall handling and availability for the 2027 season.

View over English Harbour, Antigua, with anchored yachts and green hills

Sailing Itineraries · Oct 2026 · 5 min

Antigua & Barbuda 7-Night Catamaran Itinerary: English Harbour to Pink Sand

A week-long Antigua catamaran itinerary linking Nelson’s Dockyard, the island’s best bays and a two-night Barbuda detour to the pink-sand beach.

Aerial of sunken plane wreck snorkeling site with anchored yachts, Exumas

News & Events · Sept 2026 · 5 min

Anegada Lobster Festival 2026 (27-29 Nov): Plan a Catamaran Charter Around It

How to sail to the Anegada Lobster Festival 2026 by catamaran, with the mooring crunch, a route from Tortola and where to eat your way along the beach.

Palm-fringed white sand beach with calm turquoise sea and distant islet

Charter Tips · Sept 2026 · 5 min

Thanksgiving Catamaran Charter 2026: The Caribbean’s Best Last-Minute Window

Why late November is the quiet pre-peak window for a Caribbean catamaran, with fresh boats and pre-holiday rates while there’s still availability.

Yachts anchored off White Bay beach, Jost Van Dyke, BVI

Sailing Itineraries · Sept 2026 · 5 min

BVI Christmas & New Year Itinerary 2026/27: A Festive 7-Night Route

A 7-night BVI route tuned for the holidays, from Christmas Eve anchorages to Foxy’s Old Year’s Night and fireworks from the deck.

Aerial of catamaran anchored in turquoise reef bay below steep green hills and white beach

Boat Reviews · Sept 2026 · 5 min

What Size Catamaran Do You Need? 40 vs 45 vs 50 ft for a Caribbean Charter

How to choose between a 40, 45 and 50-foot catamaran for your Caribbean group without overpaying or cramming.

$View from catamaran bow trampoline over turquoise reef-dappled shallows, person's leg visible$

Charter Tips · Aug 2026 · 5 min

Why Bareboat Only Looks 60% Cheaper: The Real Caribbean Charter Math

The bareboat charter real cost vs crewed math: add skipper, food, fuel and moorings and the 60% saving shrinks to a realistic 30-40%.

Aerial of Sandy Island palm islet near Carriacou with yachts anchored off turquoise shallows

Costs & Budgeting · Aug 2026 · 5 min

Grenadines vs BVI: Why One Charter Ground Sells Out a Year Earlier

Grenadines vs BVI charter: scarcity economics, lead times and an honest wilderness-versus-convenience scorecard to pick your ground.

Aerial of scattered low green cays and white sandbars, Exuma Cays, Bahamas

Sailing Itineraries · Aug 2026 · 5 min

7-Day Exumas Catamaran Itinerary: Swimming Pigs, Thunderball Grotto & Compass Cay

A day-by-day 7-night Exumas catamaran itinerary from Palm Cay: swimming pigs, Thunderball Grotto, Compass Cay sharks, timed to the tides.

Hillside view of Road Town harbor, Tortola, cruise ship and marina

Charter Tips · Aug 2026 · 5 min

The Hidden Costs of a BVI Charter Week: Fuel, Moorings, Permits & Customs

A line-item budget sheet for a BVI week: permit, moorings, Parks fees, fuel and customs that add $1,200-1,800 over the base rate.

Aerial of lone sailboat over swirling turquoise sandbanks near small cay

Sailing Itineraries · Jul 2026 · 5 min

Anegada by Catamaran: Sailing the BVI’s Once-Forbidden Island (2026 Guide)

How to reach Anegada by catamaran: the reef channel, Setting Point moorings, lobster grills and why a shallow-draft cat is ideal.

Aerial of Tobago Cays anchorage with yachts, reefs and palm beach, Grenadines

Costs & Budgeting · Jul 2026 · 5 min

BVI vs Bahamas vs Grenadines: Charter Cost per Person per Day Compared

A worked cost-per-person-per-day comparison of the BVI, Bahamas, and Grenadines, fees and taxes included, plus who each suits.

Charter catamarans anchored in shallow turquoise water near reef

Charter Tips · Jul 2026 · 5 min

All-Inclusive Crewed Catamaran Caribbean: 2026/27 Price Tiers by Boat Size

Price tiers by boat size for a crewed Caribbean catamaran, what all-inclusive really covers, and how it compares to a resort week.

Leaning palm silhouetted against golden sunset over calm beach

Charter Tips · Jul 2026 · 5 min

Christmas & New Year Caribbean Catamaran Charter 2026/27: Book by September or Miss Out

The holiday-premium math and a month-by-month countdown of what is genuinely still available for a 2026/27 festive charter.

Lagoon-style sailing catamaran with guests cruising turquoise shallow banks under deep blue sky

Charter Tips · Jul 2026 · 5 min

How Far in Advance Should You Book a Caribbean Catamaran? The Two-Summers Rule

A season-by-season lead-time ladder for Caribbean catamarans, plus why the best winter boats really do sell two summers ahead.

Aerial of crowded sailboat anchorage in turquoise bay with green hills behind

Charter Tips · Jun 2026 · 5 min

What If a Hurricane Hits Your Charter Week? Caribbean Rebooking Policies Explained

How Caribbean charter hurricane clauses really work, from named-storm cutoffs to credit-versus-refund rules, before you pay a deposit.

Charter catamarans anchored off White Bay beach on Jost Van Dyke

Charter Tips · Jun 2026 · 5 min

Caribbean Catamaran Family Charter Guide 2026: BVI for Kids

Family BVI catamaran charter guide 2026 — best anchorages for kids, calm beaches, snorkeling spots, kid-friendly logistics, age recommendations.

Aerial of a palm islet near Fort-de-France on Martinique

Charter Tips · Jun 2026 · 5 min

Best Time to Charter in the Caribbean 2026: Season + Hurricane Window

Best time to charter Caribbean in 2026 — month-by-month for BVI, Martinique, Grenada. Hurricane window June-November, peak Dec-Apr, sweet spots.

7 Day Bvi Catamaran Itinerary Tortola Virgin Gorda Anegada Inline 5

Charter Tips · Jun 2026 · 5 min

BVI Sailing License Requirements 2026: What You Need + Skipper Options

BVI doesn’t require an ICC license for bareboat — operators do their own check. Full 2026 guide to qualifications, charter resume, skipper hire options.