Sail the BVI? Ideal sailing condition, Caribbean vacation, customized vacation, lot of activities, perfect weather.
Sailing: Northeast trade winds varying between 15-20 knots in the winter. Christmas Winds can produce 25-30 knot winds for several days at a time. By June the winds are blowing
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out of the southeast at 10-15 knots. The seas in the BVI are broken by the chain of islands, creating the ideal sailing conditions and numerous anchorage choices offering various amenities.
Location: The British Virgin Islands are located in the Caribbean. Air travel to San Juan, Puerto Rico with connecting flights to Beef Island, Tortola or to St. Thomas is serviced by numerous non-stop flights from major U.S. gateways making this also a very accessible Caribbean vacation destination for European travelers.
Activities: Something for everyone. A sailing vacation with Captain Terry on Manana Maybe is customized for YOU. Are you ready to learn the sailing basics, hoist the sails and take the helm? Check out the amazing snorkel locations where you will feel as if you are swimming in an aquarium? The water is turquoise and clear. What about sunbathing? Reading a good book? Exploring? Hiking? Spas? At night there are many restaurants and bars to check out or have a nice dinner on board under the bright star lights.
Weather: Located in the northeast trade wind belt, The British Virgin Island offer almost perfect weather year round. The temperature is extremely stable with day temperatures ranging from 84-86 degrees and evenings a comfortable 72-76.
Check out Sailwithterry.com. Your BVI sailing vacation can be as laid back and relaxed or as active and adventurous as you wish. This is YOUR trip. YOUR agenda.
Sailwithterry is now booking for the 2010-2011 season. Book your BVI sailing vacation now to be assured of your special date.
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Share the Sail Charter, BVI Sailing Adventure - What Is It All About????
- A one week (7/7) sailing vacation in the British Virgin Islands
- Only $750 per person based on double occupancy see Share the Sail Boat Charter Package pricing details
- Sail with no more than two other couple on a 51′ private sailing yacht
- Actives are a combination of water based and land based activities that will keep you as active as you desire.
- Learn new skills on a share the sail charter sailing, snorkeling and diving
- Be active kayaking, hiking and walking deserted beaches
- Be inactive relax, read a new book or lay in the hammock
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What are the activities during a Share a Sailing Charter? Swimming, Snorkeling and Scuba Diving.
The Virgin Islands also offer exceptional snorkeling in shallow calm waters and over 100 outstanding dive sites. The water is exceptionally clear (visibility often exceeding 100 ft) and temperatures range from 76-84°F (24-29°C) year round. SailWithTerry will provide you with snorkel gear and instruction and will bring you to our favorite snorkel spots. For scuba divers we can easily arrange for a dive boat to pick you up at our anchorage and take you diving. See the Nature section above to learn about what you may see in the waters of the Virgin Islands.
Hiking: The Virgin Islands are a Mecca for hikers with all the islands but one volcanic in formation.
Bird Watching: Bird lovers will delight in the diversity and abundance of bird life the Virgin Islands has to offer. The best spots being the salt pond of Anegada and the mountain tops of Tortola.
Privacy & Relaxation: When you need to get away from it all, the Virgin Islands offer numerous secluded anchorages and quiet white sand beaches.
Surfing and Windsurfing: The winter months bring steady swells to the exposed sides of the islands, and the surfing community knows just where to catch the waves. Windsurfing is very popular in the Virgin Islands.
Fishing: We can arrange a rendezvous fishing trip for some of the best sports and fly fishing in the Caribbean.
Partying: In the BVI, Virgin Islands are legendary for their good times and the continuous celebration of life usually includes all classes and races mixing as easily as the blender drinks do. You will find yourself partying with other yachters, local islanders, the rich and famous and backpackers.
If you like dancing barefoot in the sand to great recorded and live music, the island’s beach bars are for you. World famous beach bars include Foxy’s Tamarind Bar (Jost Van Dyke), Bomba’s Surfside Shack (Tortola) and the Schooner Willie T’s (Norman’s Island) and countless others. Make sure you try the various island concoctions like Painkillers, Rum Punches and everyone’s favorite, Pina Coladas! Things get especially wild on full moon nights! Beware the Magic Mushroom Tea in the BVI.
Practical Reasons to Share a Sail
In addition to the numerous undeveloped and natural islands, the BVI is well developed with all the amenities you can hope for. Some practical reasons for setting your vacation in the Virgin Islands include:
- Major international airports and daily flights to the US.
- All islands use the US dollar as currency.
- English is the official language of the Virgin Islands
- The islands are generally very safe and have first world hygienic and law enforcement standards
- Excellent medical facilities.
- Great duty free shopping opportunities.
- Lots of services that you as a traveler may need, including internet cafes, drugstores, etc.
Watch for announcement of 2011 sailing vacation schedule and a new promotion.
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