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Earlier this month, The Islands of The Bahamas announced streamlined entry protocols that will enable visitors to seamlessly enjoy The Bahamas charter yacht vacation experience. The mandatory vacation-in-place requirement was replaced by COVID-19 health insurance, monitoring procedures and on-island rapid testing for those staying longer than five days. Removing the mandatory vacation-in-place is a step in the right direction for the charter yacht industry and charter yacht vacations as it permits charter yachts and their charter guests to cruise freely while safely exploring the pristine waters of the Bahamas. The first step to ensure a seamless charter yacht experience in...
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As the holiday season approaches, leave your stress on land and celebrate the end of 2020 with a private yacht charter vacation. From where you go and what you wish to see, to what you eat and drink and how you spend your time aboard, team Nicholson will tailor your charter yacht vacation to your desired activities and interests. Sit back, relax and take in the mesmerizing landscapes in front of you. Leave the details to us and the cleaning and cooking to your dedicated and professional yacht crew. Your experienced yacht charter crew will provide you with the highest...
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Practice Gratitude: This is indeed a very stressful, frightening & sad time in our world. The news reports on COVID-19 can be overwhelming. Please remember to take a break from the news and take stock of the many blessings in your life and all that you have to be thankful for – family & loved ones, the healthcare workers who risk their own health to care for the sick, the scientists who are working tirelessly on treatments and a preventative vaccine for this dreadful disease… Once you start thinking thankful thoughts you will start to feel thankful & then your...
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60’ Ocean Explorer CYGNUS CYGNUS will be on display at the 2020 Palm Beach International Boat Show, 26-29 March BALANCED FOR PERFORMANCE AND COMFORT The advanced hydrodynamic shape of her hull, designed by world renowned naval architect Germán Frers, utilizes the optimal length to beam ratio to deliver true performance while providing luxurious accommodations for her guests. Experience for yourself how the combination of high performance and spacious living and entertaining areas make the Ocean Explorer 60 a class of her own! Schedule an Appointment to Tour Cygnus Cygnus Charter Schedule & Location April – June: Bahamas 06-12 May –...
Read MoreTravel plans canceled? Charter a Private Luxury Yacht and Escape the Crowds Private Charter vs. Hotel or Cruise Line Vacation Private yacht charters provide guests with the ability to experience a tailor made vacation in the private company of family and friends. Every detail, from the cruising itinerary to the menu planning, is customized to the guests’ preference. A yacht charter accommodates small to medium sized groups; unlike a hotel, resort or cruise line that is crowded with thousands of strangers who may be carrying different germs and contaminating public areas. Free yourself with a yacht charter vacation. Guests will...
Read MoreWarm up with our Spring Savings! S/Y ARCHANGEL & S/Y AURELIUS Now offering 8 days for the price of 7 S/Y ARCHANGEL The 70′ Hylas lovingly maintained by Captain Jim is currently based in St. Thomas and ready to welcome guests aboard for the remaining Caribbean season. ARCHANGEL offers accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 generously appointed cabins consisting of: one master stateroom with king size berth and en suite facilities; one VIP with queen size berth and en suite facilities; one guest stateroom featuring double size berth with en suite facilities. 2 pax – $18,900 4 pax – $19,900...
Read MoreWanted: Two Crew for Atlantic Crossing Owner operator Bijan of the meticulously maintained 62’ Dynamique, ANAHITA, seeks two paying crew members for the yacht’s seventh Atlantic Crossing. ANAHITA will depart from St. Thomas during the first week of May and will stop in Gibraltar via the Azores, including a brief stop in Lisbon. ANAHITA will then be available to charter throughout the Adriatic for her summer 2020 season. ANAHITA has completed a total of six eastbound and six westbound crossings between 2008 and 2018. $6250 per guest, all inclusive. Great opportunity to gain sea miles and crossing experience. For more...
Read MoreDestination: Windward Islands After a long gray winter spent inside, are you craving an action-packed adventure filled with white sandy beaches, enjoying the water sports and relaxing throughout the clear turquoise waters of the Windward Islands? The crew of charter catamaran ORION 90’ look forward to curing those winter blues and providing you with a tropical spring adventure, in your own personal paradise. Now offering 10% OFF through April! Inquire within for additional details Captain Marcelo of ORION shares his favorite areas of the Windward Islands With over 70,000 nautical miles of sailing experience, Captain Marcelo of ORION is an...
Read MoreCaptain Nicolas of Nicholson Charter Yacht S/Y AURELIUS Top Four Favorite Beaches in the Caribbean to visit on Charter As a charter captain for over 10 years, Captain Nicolas is very experienced with the best cruising grounds of the world. His favorite waters to sail are the Caribbean and the US East Coast. Today, he shares his top four favorite beaches in the Caribbean to bring his charter guests to. Trunk Bay, St. John Photo credit: Robert Harding As one of the most photographed beaches in the USVI, it is no surprise that Trunk Bay made our list as one...
Read MoreLooking for a FOODCATION? Are you a foodie who makes travel & vacation plans around dining enjoyment & your favorite culinary delights? Look no further than a Custom Yacht Charter Vacation with the Original Yacht Charter Company since 1949 – NICHOLSON YACHTS. Our charter yachts feature a professionally trained chef with world class experience. From Cordon Bleu to Kosher, Gluten-free to Gourmet, Pasta to Pastries, Vegan, Flexitarian, or Lacto or Ovo-Vegetarian – your personal preference is our expertise & purpose. To starting planning your FOODCATION, contact the yacht charter experts at NICHOLSON YACHTS. We will find the ideal yacht (power,...
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