| From the Editor: Charter Yacht Shows
November and December play host to some very important charter yacht shows. Professional brokers attend as many of the key shows as possible to stay up on the latest offerings as well as continue old relationships and make sure that seasoned yachts are being well maintained. Mark and I attended the four most important shows highlighting yachts in charter in the Caribbean, Bahamas, Mediterranean and Northeastern United States. These events are not only fun, but essential. We toured over 200 yachts, interviewed crew members, sampled menu items, and sailed around the islands to add to our inventory and knowledge base so we can make the best recommendations for our guests.
The Shows we Attended -
The Virgin Islands Charteryacht League Fall Show in St. Thomas.
The Charteryacht Society of the British Virgin Islands
Annual Charteryacht Show in Tortola.
The Antigua Charter Yacht Show at historic Nelson's Dockyard and three other Marinas in Antigua.
The Charter Yacht Exhibition in St. Martin.
Give us a call and we would be happy to share with you our first hand impressions of the yachts and help you select the best yacht for your personal preferences.
Barometer: Highlights of an Island bar
Cow Wreck Bar
This colorful bar is situated on the North shore of Anegada at Cow Wreck Beach. This area is famous for the cow bones (especially skulls) that still wash ashore from the wrecks of ships that went down almost a century ago. The ships used to carry cow bones as ballast and to be ground up for fertilizer. This little hideaway is a great stop after a day of exploring the gorgeous miles of blindingly white sand beaches of Anegada, searching for the flamingos, or waiting for the infamous green flash. Have a cocktail and chat to the bartender Alex about growing up on an island with just 100 other people.
At the Cow Wreck Bar you'll never have to wait for a drink as this treasure is located on Anegada's North Shore and Anegada is off the beaten path. If the treasure you seek is beauty and relaxation then few places compare.
The Wreck of the RMS Rhone
THE RMS RHONE WAS VOTED #1 WRECK IN THE CARIBBEAN BY SPORT DIVER & RODALE'S MAGAZINES
The 350 ft Royal Mail Steamer named the Rhone serviced the British islands until 1867 when she ran aground just off Salt Island in the BVIs during a hurricane and sunk in less than five minutes. For the past 150 years she has played host to a amazing coral development, a large marine population and thousands of happy divers and snorkelers. I recently snorkeled over the majestic remnants. Her propeller the size of a moving van lies in less than 30 feet of water at the tip. Just below the surface a tragic story begins to unfold, you can visualize her stern spinning into the rocks and immediately coming to rest as a permanent fixture.
I watched a turtle swim through a porthole and the symmetry of the circular opening seemed out of place against the craggy outcropping of rocks it now calls home. The skeleton of the ships structure looks suspiciously organic spread out on the ocean floor representing more of a colossal fish skeleton than a transatlantic vessel.
You may have seen parts of this shipwreck before as many of the scenes from the movie “The Deep” were shot here even though the film took place in the Bahamas.
This famous wreck is easily accessible as you can moor directly over the bow. SCUBA diving is a great way to have an intimate examination as the bow in resting in 80 feet of water. Her stern lies in only 15 feet so snorkeling is also a great way to effortlessly encounter this naval beauty in her final resting place.
Featured Yacht: Stenella
This gorgeous 63 foot sloop is a wonderful combination of style, grace, and fun. With three double staterooms she is an exclusive floating villa for up to six guests. Your hosts are an outgoing and charming couple. Captain Andrew sailed with the GBR Challenge Team for the Americas Cup. Chef KC traveled the world partaking in culinary courses where she picked up some great Stenella recipes. Together their great sense of both humor and hospitality will assure attentive service and amusing surprises!
Stenella is the Latin genus name for the dolphin. As a proper sailing yacht she is also synonymous with elegance afloat, luxurious adventure, and potentially the best experience of a lifetime. Come sail away with Stenella to refreshment, excitement, and pure serenity.
Click here for more information about the Yacht Stenella
Calendar of Upcoming Events
December 30/31: Old Year's Eve and New Year's Eve Party at Foxy's Tamarind Bar, Jost Van Dyke, BVI
March 4-6: Heineken Regatta in St. Maarten Click here for details
March 6-11: 26th Annual Bacardi Rum Billfish Tournament in the Bahamas Click here for details
April 14-19: Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Click here for details
May 28-30: BVI Music Festival, Cane Garden Bay, Tortola Click here for details
Bomba’s Surfside Shack Full Moon Party, Tortola
Full moon dates for 2005: January 25, Februaury 23, March 25, April 24, May 23,
June 22, July 21, August 19, September 17, October 17, November 15, December 15.
Fine Upstanding Member of the Island Community
The Sea Turtle is a creature that is very unlike his neighbors in numerous ways. For one reason, they possess the humanistic quality of depending on the surface for breathing. Sometimes when swimming with one you may forget this fact as they can stay under without inhaling for up to two hours. Then sure enough they will begin their ascent for a breathe.
There are a variety of species of Sea Turtles including Hawksbill, Leatherback, Loggerhead, and the Green Sea Turtle. The Green Sea Turtle is the most common throughout the caribbean and is offten found near beds of seagrass. They can grow to a maximum size of about 4 feet and a weight of 440 pounds. It has a heart-shaped shell, small head, and single-clawed flippers. Color is variable. Hatchlings generally have a dark shell. and are only a couple of inches long
Green turtles are the only sea turtles that eat plants. They graze on the vast beds of seagrasses found throughout the tropics. The next time you are on a mooring look around you at times you may be able to spot several friendly turtles popping thier heads up as if to say hello.
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