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Winward
Islands Yacht Charters - At the southern end of
the Caribbean chain, the Windward Islands are the best-kept secret
in the Caribbean tourism lore. Situated as the last links before
Trinidad and South America, the Windwards are lush and richly
tropical volcanic islands green with palm lined sandy beaches.
Unlike the dry, scrubby Leewards, the Windwards are off the beaten
path and in that lie their splendor. Following is a typical itinerary
for a charter yacht trip of a lifetime.
Arrive at St Lucia airport (served by American Airlines) to be
greeted and transported to Rodney Ray Marina by the crew. Relax,
unwind and unpack to settle in aboard your new home for the next
week. Rent a 4-wheel drive vehicle for some exploring or hiking,
stroll the shops or take an afternoon swim. Tomorrow is a big
day.
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Awake and well fed, leave just after
breakfast for a short cruise to Soufriere, St. Lucia
and the famous Pitons. For sheer physical beauty,
the area around here is outstanding. Soufriere is
a small picturesque town of French Creole ancestry.
This is a huge day for photographers. The Pitons are
sheer mountains that start at the sea and tower 2600
feet almost straight up.
Today we leave St. Lucia behind
and travel at high speed for St.Vincent and the Grenadines.
Home of the 3000' active Soufriere Volcano (not to
be confused with the town we just left). The daring
in your group will hike the well-marked path to the
cone for lunch and enjoy breathtaking views. Others
will enjoy a small boat trip to the Falls of Baleine.
We’ll spend the night anchored in Chateaubelair,
the most scenic anchorage in St. Vincent or Cane Garden
near Kingstown ( and shopping) the capital.
Leaving after breakfast we arrive
at the island of Bequia. An old whaling island Bequia,
is a favorite among yachtsmen. Boats are still built
by hand on the beaches there. Descending from Scots
and French, the inhabitants of Admiralty Harbor are
proud people. Diving is exceptional and can be arranged
for you by the crew. A land tour is recommended to
appreciate this tropical Nantucket.
We’ll spend the next two days
in and around Mayreau in the heart of the Grenadine
Islands. This small outpost of islets consists of
powdery beaches and the bluest water you will ever
see. Two days of watersports, beach parties, snorkeling,
and exploring the wonders of this gem in the Caribbean.
The calm Tobago anchorage sits behind a huge reef
protecting it. The only thing between you and the
coast of Africa is water.
Leaving the splendor of the Grenadines
will be tough on you, but the famous island of Grenada
awaits us. Lush green mountains, waterfalls and golden
beaches. Grenada is the "Isle of Spice"
due to the abundance of spice trees, not its lively
history. Grenada is now a full democracy and has embraced
tourism fully. Today and tomorrow will only give you
a taste of this island's treasures ensuring your return.
A Crater Lake, waterfall after waterfall and the monkeys.
Touring this island is a safari.
Today
is your day. Spend it anyway you like here in Grenada
before you have to say goodbye and travel to the
airport (American Airlines). Revisit, shop or swim
and snorkel. Its up to you because by evening you’ll
be back home relaxed and ready to attack the rat
race again.
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