In the “lee” of prevailing tradewinds, the Leeward Islands; the Virgin Islands, Anguilla, Guadeloupe, Montserrat, Antigua, Barbuda, St. Kitts, Nevis, St Maarten/St Martin and St Barths; are all superb yacht charter destinations.
St Barths – A World-Class Fusion Gastronomy Scene Saint Barthélemy stands as the culinary capital of the Caribbean, but you will not find static or traditional menus here. Instead, St Barths has evolved into an international crossroads of high-end gastronomy, defined by inventive fusion. Master chefs take world-class French technique as their baseline and layer […]
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 […]
The Soul of a Virgin Islands Voyage A catamaran is the definitive choice for a British Virgin Islands yacht charter. This archipelago is defined by its effortless geography, where over sixty islands and cays are scattered like emeralds across a protected, turquoise basin. While the choice of vessel is always personal, the crewed catamaran has […]
Five Leeward Island Gems to Explore on a Yacht Charter from Antigua or St. Maarten Set sail on an unforgettable voyage through the heart of the Caribbean, exploring five hidden Leeward Islands gems. Starting from Antigua or St. Maarten, embark on a journey that weaves through islands rich in history, natural beauty and vibrant marine […]
A unique blend of luxury, comfort and as well as privacy, private yacht charter allows for you to fully enjoy any New Year’s celebrations. St. Barth’s in the Leeward Islands is a hot spot for this period and ample yachts will be in the area for the festivities. This beautiful island has it all for […]
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 […]
Filled with pristine coral reefs, walls, volcanic crevices, historical dive sites, wrecks and fantastic wildlife, Sint Eustatius’s protected waters hosts a multitude of dive spots catering for all levels, one to the added to any diver’s to-do list. The island itself, named Aloi by the indigenous, became Sint Eustatius in 1636 when the Dutch West […]
Saint Kitts, Saint Christopher Island Originally the mountain range that today is partly submerged, creates the islands of St. Kitts, Nevis, Saba and Sint Eustatius. St. Kitts’ classic silhouette is created by three distinct groups of volcanic peaks. The Mount Misery Range, Verchilds Range and the Olivees Range, from NW to SE. The dormant volcano […]
Nevis ~ Oualie, Dulcina, Nuestra Señora de las Nieves… Some say a dear child have many names and the beautiful island Nevis is no exception. Land of Beautiful Waters ~ Sweet Island Our Lady of the Snows ~ Queen of the Caribees The 985 meter high iconic Nevis peak, often clad in clouds, is towering […]
“Remis Velisque” “With oars and sails” The beautiful and dramatic island of Saba. This small island, only 13 square km / 5.0 square miles in land area, is located within the Leeward islands, south west of Stint Maarten & St Barths and northwest of St Kitts. After centuries of unresolved disputes the island was […]
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 […]
Time to make your Spring Break plans for 2022. Change the scenery for your spring break holiday with a few hours flight to the US Virgin Islands. Cruise the coastlines of St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. Johns aboard a privately chartered yacht. The captain and crew will fine tune any itinerary as per your’s […]
🍁 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 […]
With easy connection flight to Princess Juliana Airport (SXM), St Maarten (& Saint Martin) and a short sail or flight to St Barths, make the best of the two Leeward Islands for Christmas & New Year. Take advantage of the brilliant shopping possibilities for gifts for your loved ones or yourself and then explore the […]
Why not swap the pumpkin & harvest decorations to shells, pretty stones and other beach treasures for this year’s Thanksgiving. Spend it with your nearest and dearest in luxury, onboard a privately chartered yacht. Relax and enjoy being pampered by professional crew providing first class cuisine & service. The captain will show you the best […]
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 […]
Call us today to book your Christmas / New Years charter early to ensure you have the best options of available yachts. From St Maarten / St Martin, sail the waters of St Barths, Antigua & Barbuda, St Kitts, Nevis, St. Eustatius & Saba, the perfect itinerary for a private yacht charter holiday. Head over […]
Surrounded by approx. fifty minor islands & cays the islands of St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas are the main islands in the US Virgin Islands. All three has their own special charm. St Croix is the largest and is a tranquil tropical destination for honeymooners, culture seekers, scuba divers, golfers and more. St […]
Relax & Recharge cruising the beautiful waters of Anguilla. This island with it’s long stretched beaches and secluded coves is pure Caribbean. Anguilla is sure to bring down the tempo in your day. Combine the cruising with some action in Saint Martin / Saint Maarten and you have best of both worlds. Contact us today […]
The Leeward Islands is a string of islands bordering the Caribbean sea and the Atlantic. Named from sailing vocabulary being in the “lee” of the prevailing trade-winds opposed from the Windward Islands further south. The island group include Anguilla, the Virgin Islands, Saint Kitts, Nevis, Saint Maarten / Saint Martin, Saint Barths, Antigua & Barbuda, […]
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 […]
With the 2020 holiday season being somewhat restricted why not spend the holidays in the USVI. The “Test – Fly – Board – Cruise” procedure is simple and once onboard the crew will ensure all things being clean and sanitized so you can enjoy the time with your family or friends to the fullest. So […]
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 […]
For our American guests a Caribbean yacht charter cruise should soon be possible again as the US Virgin Island are planning to open the borders for domestic travels. Contact us today to book your USVI yachting holiday or follow the link to our US Virgin Island destination page.
“Captain Peet and Kate made sure that our experience on the Exodus was an excellent adventure. First there is the yacht. From the moment we walked onto the boat we knew it was something special. The care Peet and Kate take with the boat is obvious. The quality of the food was also a surprise. […]
The boat charter BVI inquiries at Nicholson Yacht Charters & Services are pouring in and we do our best to serve all customers in planning their perfect getaway for BVI yacht charters. Charter yachts in the Caribbean, we have the perfect yachts for small to big groups of people who would like to sail together […]
