All At Sea Charter Editorial
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Profile of Charter Chef Iris Mosing from Yacht Shaitan of Tortola
Carol Bareuther - October 2011
From the high-powered world of international banking to the low-key idyllic cruising grounds of St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Iris Mösing, love chartering his 75-foot ketch, Shaitan of Tortola
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What to Expect from the Caribbean Charter Season
Carol Bareuther - October 2011
Recessionary world economies, stock market slides and the disappearing of personal wealth hasn’t put a dent in Caribbean charter yacht vacations.
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Term Charter OR Day Charter - Which is Right for You
Many dream of selling up and moving to the Caribbean to operate a term charter boat business. Pieter Bakker did just that but then in an unusual move, Bakker turned his back on term charter to offer day sails instead.
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So You Want to Charter Your Yacht in the Caribbean
Carol Bareuther - October 2011
The idea of cruising the Caribbean with paying guests aboard is an idea that appeals to many as either a first or second career. But, like any business, there’s homework to do.
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Sailing With Charlie with Bathing Suits
Charlie's job as a charter skipper obviously includes guests donning their swimwear, and for some, exposing themselves in a swimsuit can be a disquieting experience ...
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Sailing With Charlie with Plumbing
Charlie has been living, eating and sleeping boats for decades and sometimes it's difficult for him to remember that charter guests from places like Missouri and Oklahoma have a hard time comprehending the dynamics pertaining to boats.
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Sailing with Charlie with The Dinghy
'Don't judge a man by the size of his dinghy'; is a hackneyed expression that often elicits groans rather than laughter, but let's get things straight here - judging a man by his dinghy may be a valid assessment.
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Sailing with Charlie with Regatta
Charlie's been out training with a select crew of keen amateurs in the hopes of glory at the next BVI Spring Regatta's prize giving. Charlie has been given an older Beneteau 43 to compete in the jib and main class ...
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The Moorings Partners with Sail Caribbean Divers in the British Virgin Islands
Sail Caribbean Divers will operate a reservations desk offering Rendezvous Diving and Scuba Educational Programs to The Moorings charter guests.
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Sailing with Charlie with The Itinerary
"Cap'n Charlie, we're here in the Virgin Islands for the girls. As an experienced captain you must know the best places to pick up some hot babes. We're leaving it up to you."
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Sailing with Charlie with Upholstery
More and bigger mega yachts are appearing daily and the level of luxury on board each appears to be so overwhelming it borders on the ridiculous.
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Sailing with Charlie with Crew
The question of how to find good crew for an offshore yacht passage can often be a vexing one...
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Sailing with Charlie with Provisioning
Life today is full of challenges and yacht provisioning is no exception. Just going to the grocery store keeps you on your toes.
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Sailing with Charlie with Hurricanes Dem
Hurricanes can be tricky customers. They can change course and intensity in very short order...
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Port Louis Marina named as Sunsails latest Caribbean Charter Base
Port Louis Marina, Grenada, is pleased to announce its second charter base operation tenant in as many months. Sunsail, the charter company “for sailors by sailors” will offer sailing holidays in Port Louis Marina.
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Bareboat Chartering in the Caribbean in 2010
Lynn Fitzpatrick - October 2010
Within one week's time no less than two sets of California friends asked me about chartering a boat in the Caribbean.
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Power Yacht Chartering in 2010
Carol Bareuther - October 2010
The U.S. and British Virgin Islands are among the most popular destinations to charter a sailboat. What some may not realize is the equal opportunity to enjoy a pleasure cruise bareboating aboard a power yacht.
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Sailing with Charlie with The Season
In the Caribbean when October comes around people get ready for The Season. But what exactly does this ambiguous term really mean.
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YachtAid Global Grows Sea Legs in Non-Profit World
YachtAid Global—also known as YAG—an organization that coordinates the delivery of humanitarian and development aid to underprivileged children by way of the Superyacht fleet, was recently approved as a project under the Congressional District
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Yacht Next Presents the Perfect Setting Tabletop Challenge
Press Release - September 2010
Does your yacht charter? If so, showcase your crew’s table-setting skills and sign up for the 3rd Annual Perfect Setting Tabletop Challenge on Friday October 29th. Hosted by Yacht Next
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Horizon Yacht Charters to offer Stand Up Paddle Boards for Charter
Press Release - September 2010
Horizon Yacht Charters (BVI), has announced a hot new trend joining their Horizon Active package at the British Virgin Island base in the Caribbean. Stand up paddle boards or SUP’s will be taking over the water.
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Sailing with Charlie with Jellyfish Stings
Julian Putley - September 2010
It's late summer and the seawater is warm. Tropical waves are traversing the territory in ever-increasing regularity. Jellyfish have found the conditions to their liking...
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The Moorings Fleet Expands with Debut of All-New Moorings 50.5 Monohull
The Moorings adds a new star to the lineup with the innovative, state-of-the-art and spacious 5-cabin/5-head Moorings 50.5 monohull, which debuts at the Annapolis Sailboat Show, October 7-11, 2010.
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Port Louis Marina chosen as Grenada base for The Moorings Charters
From October 2010 Camper & Nicholsons' Port Louis Marina will be the base for The Moorings' luxury charter operation in Grenada.
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A Tale Comes to An End
Jeannie Kuich died on June 9th, 2010 and will be sorely missed.
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Fractional Yacht Ownership in 2010
Taking a cue from the private jet industry, fractional ownership offers an appealing third way to enjoy the regular use of a vessel.
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Sailing with Charlie with Emergency!
Sailing lessons with Charlie begin with a safety briefing.
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Buying the Time of Your Life
Purchasing a boat and placing it in the hands of a charter company just might be the ticket for ample on-the-water time without the relentless expense and responsibility of running your own boat.
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Sailing with Charlie with Toes in the Sand
One of Charlie's recent charter parties was particularly fond of adult beverages, happy hours of laughter and dinner out.
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Sail Safe and Sound
Your boat is booked, the bags are almost packed and you're counting down the days to a perfect charter sail-away vacation. It will be just that - as long as you tack around some health and safety issues common to tropical places.
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