The Caribbean islands are the epitome of colour, contrasts and never ending summers. Close your eyes and visualize miles and miles of sparkling blue waters and cool trade winds blowing gently through the swaying palms on white sandy beaches. Feel the gentle breeze all over your body, as you watch the sunrise with a steaming cup of coffee in your hands. Dive into the cool azure waters to watch the colourful marine fish frolicking about or laze all day on the deck, soaking up the sun, to get that perfect summer tan.
Caribbean charter holidays are the stuff that dreams are made of. They are an amazing amalgamation of adventure and leisure. You can choose from abundance of activities and explore the multitude of islands, each unique in its own amazing way. From old forts to sleepy villages, tropical forests, stunning waterfalls, live bands, snorkelling, scuba diving, bonfires and unique restaurants, the Caribbean islands have a plethora of choices for a well rounded vacation.
From St Thomas to Trinidad the Caribbean arc is combination of various cultures that gives each island its distinct identity. However the most popular amongst the Caribbean islands, are the Virgin Islands, located in the Leeward belt.
The Virgin Islands are divided into two territories; the US Virgin Islands (USVI) and the British Virgin Islands (BVI). An amazing group of 60 thriving volcanic islands, they have a history that goes back a long way. From swashbuckling pirates to the arrival of Christopher Columbus, these islands will hurl you into back in time with their fables of ship wrecks and lost treasures.
The main islands of the USVI are St Thomas, St John and St Croix. They have been fondly nicknamed as “Rock City”, “Love City” and “Twin City. The American Virgin islands are stunningly beautiful and are famous for windmills, national parks, hiking, local artisans, secluded islands, duty free shopping and a fabulous nightlife. People from different parts of the world have settled here, and the community is interracial, warm and friendly.
St John is well known for its national park and untouched beauty. The coral reefs are well protected and its one of best places for snorkelling. St Thomas is a shopper’s paradise due to its free port status and duty free shopping. It is also is a connecting point for the Caribbean islands as most flights land and take off from here. St Croix has rolling green hills and huge windmills and has both indoor and outdoor recreational activities. It offers casinos, horse riding, golf courses, and fine dining restaurants.
The British Virgin Islands are very unlike their American counterparts as they
buzz with activity, are more in number and are more popular amongst new
sailors. Each of the islands is one of a kind and is worth a visit. Usually the yacht tours start from the biggest island Tortola, continues up to Jost Van Dyke and winds up back in Tortola.
Tortola is a hub of activity and full of frangipani. It has beautiful sunsets and is a good anchorage point. Norman island is known for its treasure chest fables and sea level caves. It is a great place to snorkel for the lost treasures. Peter Island is perfect for picnic spots and serene resorts. You can also explore the shipwreck in the Salt Island made famous by the movie “The Deep”.
Virgin Gorda is famous for its Baths that have been formed by volcanic activities due to the placement of boulders that protect the pools and is a great place for swimming. Anegada is an underwater paradise which is a known for its coral reefs and grilled giant lobsters. Marina Cay is a visual delight with its brightly painted villas and a riot of colourful flowers spread everywhere. Jost Van Dyke is great for kayaking and popular for its beach bars and entertainment.
The best way to explore the Virgin Islands in the Caribbean is via a yacht charter, whether you choose between a bare boat or a cruise, the Caribbean holidays will stay in the scar tissue of your mind forever.
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