Curving like a crescent moon, Rodney Bay can be found on the northwest tip of St Lucia and is known for its sweeping white sands, lush backdrop, and classic St Lucian beauty. As the second largest epicenter for yachts sailing the Caribbean, the place has quite a buzz for boat lovers. Along with all the scenic beach beauty you could wish for, it also boasts classy cocktail bars, vibrant restaurants, and plenty of shopping and entertainment facilities in Rodney Bay Village. Charter guests can visit the Pigeon Island National Park for pretty panoramas and ancient military ruins. For sprawling in a spot where the mountains meet the sea, Reduit Beach is natural bliss and outdoor waterpark fun. Nightlife is abundant on Rodney Bay, with Jump Street providing the perfect party scene after sunset.
Vieux Fort, located in sunny St. Lucia, offers exciting yachting experiences for superyachting enthusiasts. It is situated on the southern tip of the island, providing easy access to many attractions, such as the local villages, the world-famous Pitons, and miles of stunning beaches. Guests can explore the wilds of the rainforest and see diverse wildlife like rare parrots and lizards, or enjoy relaxing days of fishing, snorkeling, and beach-strolling. From Vieux Fort, it is easy to take trips to nearby islands, such as Martinique, with its volcano, hot springs, and city sights. Of course, no visit to Vieux Fort would be complete without experiencing the fantastic cuisine of its restaurants and the delightful people of the St. Lucian culture.
Nestled beneath the beautiful volcano of La Soufriere, Richmont Vale is a hiker's paradise in St Vincent and the Grenadines. The rise and fall of the hills and the trails that lead up to Trinity Falls, Darkview Falls, and the volcano itself are spectacular. For those charter guests who prefer to swap their hiking shoes for finns, the marine-rich fantasies of the North Leeward Waters are also close by. Here, you can see everything from turtles to shimmering shoals of fish. Richmond Vale is also home to a rainforest experience spot where guests can pick fresh fruit, explore a working farm, and immerse themselves in the ultimate world of rugged Caribbean wilderness.
The little island of Bequia is in fact the second largest island of the Grenadines, at only 7 square miles and with a population of around 5000. Here you will be spoiled by a relaxed atmosphere with friendly locals, unspoiled scenery and picture perfect beaches. The island's Capital, Port Elizabeth, is the only commercial settlement on the island, where you can enjoy visiting touristy souvenir shops and relax with a cocktail at one of the lovely bars. For a fantastic sunset view, it is worth hiking up to Mount Pleasant or if SCUBA diving is your preferred activity, this area is another diving hotspot of the Caribbean. You will find plenty of dive sites here where you can spot hawksbill turtles, moray eels and lobsters. The Old Hegg Turtle sanctuary situated on the remote north-eastern side of Bequia, which has been working to protect the Hawksbill since 1995 is a great spot to learn more about these endangered species.
The pint sized cousin of the larger island, Petit Mustique boasts 100 acres for exploration and play. The lush landscape is all undulating hills and sandy sweeps of beach with its highest point hitting 340 ft. Because of its smaller size, Petit Mustique doesn’t have easy landing access or any wide beaches to speak of, but its charm lies in its untouched and intimate feel. Half of the island is virginal mangroves, deep dropping coral forests, and reefs that are as pristine as one could ever imagine. Here, divers can see starfish as large as dinner plates, frolicking sea horses, and a thousand other bright and beautiful spectacles under the sea. Luscious lagoons, sky scraping palms, and sugar soft slips of silvery sand are the icing on the cake for this world of rare and splendid isolation and sheer beauty.
Canouan, which means "turtle" in Carib, is best visited by yacht. This small hook-shaped island lies halfway along the Grenadines chain and is equipped with a modern airport that can handle mid-sized jets, a championship golf course, beautiful villas, and a couple of luxury resorts, making it the playground of billionaires. When all the luxury amenities become too tiring, there are plenty of isolated bays off which you can anchor and four pristine, pearly white, sandy beaches with turquoise waters to snorkel.
Mayreau is one of the smallest inhabited islands in St Vincent and the Grenadines. With a protected anchorage, a world-class beach, and being accessible only by boat, this little corner of the Caribbean is paradise. Salt Whistle Bay is part of the Tobago Cays Marine Park and Sanctuary and is one of the last undeveloped sites in the Caribbean, making it an oasis of natural beauty. Salt Whistle Bay is often touted as one of the best beaches in the world and even made the cut for National Geographic's top 50 places of a lifetime. Peaceful, pristine, and with slivers of silver sand and coconut trees, you truly feel like you have escaped when you set up home on these shores. Snorkeling, diving, and sipping sundowners at rustic beach bars are all part of the lifestyle on Salt Whistle Bay.
The five small uninhabited islands of the Tobago Cays (Petit Rameau, Petit Bateau, Baradol, Petit Tabac, and Jamesby) make for a soul-nourishing charter destination. Adorned with coral reefs, pure white beaches, and beautiful bays, this marine national park is a sailing haven. Snorkeling with green sea turtles is a must, especially along the coral-clad Horseshoe Reef. Film buffs can also maroon themselves in the same spot as Jack Sparrow on the lush picnic spot of Petit Tabac. Active guests can clamber and climb for rewarding vistas, especially on the islands of Petit Bateau, Petit Rameau, and James Bay.
Union Island is also known as the Tahiti of the West Indies due to its volcanic silhouette. Its highest point is Mt. Parnassus. Yachting and tourism make up the the island's primary source of income. Clifton and Ashton are the island's two main towns and here you will find small boutique stores as well as quaint bars and restaurants, all decorated in bright Caribbean colours.
Exclusivity exudes from the island of Mustique. A firm favorite of the British Royal Family and other high-society names, this beautiful island is one of 32 that make up the magic corners of St Vincent and the Grenadines. The island is privately owned, and security is high, making its blissful blue beaches and picturesque villages a dream for those who want to escape prying eyes. Dotted with enchanting estates owned by the rich and famous and with bays like Britannia and Endeavor teeming with underwater life, charter guests will truly feel fabulously free as they swim, snorkel, and soak up the sophisticated vibes of this elite island.
As the prime filming location for Disneys Pirates of the Caribbean, Wallilabou Bay can be found on the northwest coast of St Vincent and is a popular stop for movie fans, cruises, and charters exploring these silky blue shores. In homage to the Hollywood smash hit, Walillabou has kept the set for Pirates of the Caribbean along with a museum and picture gallery - not to mention the costumes which charter guests can dress up in. Aside from former film glory, Wallilabu Bay is also a great snorkeling and diving spot for seeing smallmouth grunts, hard and soft coral, moray eels, and much more.
One of the most iconic sights in the whole of St Lucia is the double rising spires of Pitons Bay. A masterpiece of Mother Nature, Pitons Bay is a UNESCO world heritage site with hikes of Gros Piton being a bucket list challenge for many. There’s no better place to admire the eye candy than from the deck of your charter yacht anchored on Pitons Bay below.
Draped in a coat of greenery, the Pitons are volcanic plugs and can be accessed via guided hikes, helicopter rides, and simply from cruising the jewel blue waters below. Nearby you will also find the capital of Soufriere with its charming cottages and colonial architecture all hobbled together on the genteel waterfront. Nearby, all that geothermal activity leads to bubbling hot springs and brigith botanical gardens as fumaroles hiss and spit and mud baths boil over in the south of the town.
For those charter guests wanting natural splendour and authentic delights (both man-made and natural), Pitons Bay is a piece de resistance.
Marigot Bay is one of St Lucia’s most impressive gems. A postcard perfect image of velvet green hills undulating until they meet the palm fringed bay with white yachts bobbing on the bluest waters. The harbour here is full of history and is said to be the very spot where the British fleet stashed themselves away from French eyes using palm trees and deep sapphire waters. As Marigot Bay is also incredibly well sheltered it’s a calm spot for hiding from hurricane season. Nearby luxury resorts offer laid-back lucious spa treatments, divine dining, and classy cocktails for when you want to shake the sand from your hair. Just thirty minutes from the lazy beach scene you will find the capital of Castries bursting at the seams with all the culture you need. Back towards Marigot Bay and there’s also the Roseau River for cool and intrepid kayaking amidst the mangroves.
On the southeast coast of Martinique, Le Marin is one of the largest marinas in the whole of the Caribbean. Caught between Sainte-Anne and Sainte-Luce, its idyllic location makes it a prime real estate spot for yachts dropping anchor and exploring these beautiful shores. Studded with shops and boutiques, lined with sunset bars and sophisticated restaurants, and vibrant with a wealth of watersports, there’s a lot to love at Le Marin. While the marina is more than well-stocked, charter guests can also take a walk on the wild side, with easy access to Cape Macre and the stunning beach of Whale Cove.