Antigua and Barbuda is the ideal locations to start or end a luxury yacht charter, one of the foremost Caribbean destinations for the world’s best and most exclusive charter yachts.
The True Golden Age of Piracy in the West IndiesBeyond Hollywood The phrase “Pirates of the Caribbean” brings to mind Hollywood blockbusters, cinematic curses and theatrical sea captains. However, the real history of Caribbean piracy during the Golden Age (roughly 1650 to 1720) is even more fascinating than fiction. Driven by geopolitical rivalry, gold-laden Spanish […]
Experiential & Coastal Luxury Whether you are seeking a secluded beach lunch at Green Island, snorkelling the vibrant coral heads of Cades Reef or taking in the historic beauty of English Harbour from the deck, a private day charter offers the ultimate Antigua water experience. Many travellers see Antigua only from the shoreline. Yet with […]
A Festive Escape Redefined Imagine a winter where the “wonderland” isn’t made of ice and snow, but of shimmering turquoise waters and powdery white sands. At Nicholson Yacht Charters, we invite you to swap the traditional frost for the warmth of the tropics. A festive charter offers a relaxed yet refined alternative to the winter […]
“Following the light of the sun, we left the Old World.” – Christopher Columbus In October 1492, Christopher Columbus made landfall in The Caribbean and what is now the Bahamas. On his second voyage to the Caribbean in 1493, Columbus sighted and named many of the islands like Guadeloupe, Montserrat, Redonda as well as Antigua […]
May and June are great months to charter a yacht in Antigua & Barbuda and the Caribbean! View the regattas of Antigua Classics & Antigua Race Week and enjoy the fun activities surrounding the events … … and after, enjoy the calm with idilic conditions and relaxed atmosphere as the Caribbean Season slows down. Contact […]
Walk in Nelson’s footsteps at English Harbour, home of Admiral Nelson in 1784. It is the only working Edwardian Dockyard still in existence, listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List and a must if you are visiting the island. The Harbour has restaurants, bars, cafes and great night life and to celebrate the holiday season. Christmas […]
Antigua Charter Yacht Show is currently underway and the NYCS team are busy checking out all the latest and greatest super yachts available for charter in the Caribbean. This year the event celebrates 60 years and English Harbour with it’s neighboring ports and marinas show remarkable testimonies of Antigua being a top yachting center of […]
The Caribbean season if approaching fast so high time to book your next yachting adventure. What type of yacht do you prefer? A classic or a performance Sailing Yacht, a luxurious Motor Yacht with all the bells and whistles or a Catamaran, Sail or Powered, combining vast living / deck areas with all the splendor […]
Escape the winter chills with a holiday in the Caribbean sun and Antigua. The islands of Antigua and the sister island Barbuda are well equipped and have the infrastructure for successful yachting holidays on privately chartered yachts. Regardless if you decide to use the island as port of embarkation/disembarkation or if you prefer to explore […]
Christmas 2021 in Antigua, Barbuda and further afield Swap the mulled wine and eggnog to healthy coconut drink surrounded by a Caribbean scenery. Relax to the fullest whilst cruising the beautiful coastlines and being well looked after by the professional crew. Discuss and set your preferred itinerary with the Captain who will give you all […]
🍁 Autumn coming closer in the northern hemisphere and soon it will be back to school for many. What better time than now to organize your Spring Break 2022 in Antigua & Barbuda? Ensure that you get the best yacht suited for your family/friends and budget with an early bird booking. 🇦🇬 Antigua & Barbuda […]
English Harbour, Antigua – a natural harbour protected from the elements and used as a hurricane hole for hundreds of years. The harbour became a primary position as a naval base once the islands of Antigua & Barbuda became colonies of the British crown in 1632. The construction of a modern naval dockyard began in […]
Bright white sand beaches scattered with pink shells is the immediate impression you will get when you arrive to this coral reef island. Combine this with a relaxed atmosphere and sparse habitation it is the perfect island get away. The island is home to one of the world’s largest Frigate Bird Sanctuaries that is well […]
Our team at Nicholson Yacht Charter & Services provides captains, crew and their guest with a wide range of services. From Yacht Clearance inbound & outbound, including organizing unfortunate but necessary Civid tests, Crew and Guest visa waivers in Antigua, Reservations, Fuel, Meet & Greet, Transport, Provisioning, Local Produce, special events and much more. We […]
🐬 Tropical waters! 🏝 🌅 🇦🇬 Antigua & Barbuda have woken up from the summer slumber and are now back into full swing of the holiday season preparations. 🗺 🎉 😎 What better way to spend the holidays than to dive, swim, snorkel the Caribbean waters directly from a privately chartered yacht. 🤿 🐡 🏊🏼♂️ […]
After a couple of weeks at sea the yachts are now starting to arrive from the Mediterranean. Days ahead will consist of hard work preparing the yachts for the holiday charters so the crew deserve to fully enjoy the Antigua & Barbudan sunsets. Contact us today to find out how you and yours can make […]
Listed on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List, the Edwardian Dockyard once home of Admiral Nelson is today not only a working luxury marina and hurricane hole but also a hot spot of bars, restaurants, shops, cafes with relaxed Caribbean night life. A “must visit” during your Caribbean yacht charter. The Nicholson Yacht Charter office is […]
