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What types of boats are available for USVI charter and do they include crewed boats?

In the USVI there is a wide selection of charter boats available, tailored to suit your group size, sailing experience, and holiday preferences. Crewed yacht charters are popular in this destination, offering a stress-free way to enjoy sailing without needing any boating experience. Continue Reading...

Can I sail between the US and British Virgin Islands on a USVI charter?

Yes, you can sail between the US Virgin Islands and British Virgin Islands (BVIs), but there are important legal and logistical considerations. Not all charter boats based in the USVI are licensed to enter BVI waters. Continue Reading...

Do I need a sailing qualification to charter a boat in the US Virgin Islands?

In most cases, you don’t need a formal sailing license or qualification to charter a bareboat in the US Virgin Islands. Continue Reading...

What expenses should I expect during a BVI bareboat charter?

While your bareboat charter includes the yacht itself, there are several additional costs to factor into your holiday budget. These vary depending on your itinerary, provisioning style and personal preferences. Continue Reading...

Should I start a Virgin Islands charter from Tortola (BVI), St. Thomas (USVI) or San Juan (Puerto Rico)?

Your choice of charter base in the Virgin Islands, whether Tortola in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands (USVI), or San Juan in Puerto Rico, depends on convenience, sailing plans and travel logistics. Continue Reading...

When is the best time to charter in the Virgin Islands?

The best time to charter in the Virgin Islands depends on your priorities: weather, budget, crowds and sailing conditions. With warm temperatures year-round and steady trade winds, there’s truly no bad time to go. But a few seasonal patterns can help you decide what works best for your group. Continue Reading...

Where can we get away from it all on our BVI charter?

For those who love to explore by sail, the British Virgin Islands offer so much. Beyond the popular moorings you will call at for provisioning and the nightlife, lie peaceful anchorages, untouched beaches and wildlife-rich bays that reward you for going a little further. Continue Reading...

Where is the British Virgin Islands' sailing charter base?

The main sailing charter base in the British Virgin Islands is located at Wickhams Cay II Marina in Road Town, Tortola. This is the central hub for most charter departures and home to several major operators. Continue Reading...

What are the best air connections to the British Virgin Islands from USA and Europe?

Here are some of the best air connections to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) from the USA and Europe (effective June 2025): Continue Reading...