Best Summertime Catamaran Charters: New England, Bahamas, and the Grenadines

The US and British Virgin Islands stand out as premier charter yacht destinations worldwide. This distinction is attributed to several factors, including the ample flight options, consistently delightful weather throughout the year, and the multitude of islands that charter yachts can effortlessly explore.

While New England boasts the shortest sailing period and cooler temperatures, the enchanting coastal towns make the experience worthwhile. The Bahamas, with its stunning azure waters, offers a convenient and easily accessible flight option from Florida. Although the Grenadines present a more challenging journey, they transport sailors and boaters to a bygone era on the water, providing a taste of the cruiser’s lifestyle.

Each destination offers a unique and rewarding yachting experience for those ready to venture beyond the Virgin Islands. Definitely consider these alternative destinations to diversify your yachting adventures and create unforgettable memories this summer.

New England:

S/Y Le Reve: Le Reve is a 2017 Lagoon 620, with 3 ensuite cabins, that can accommodate up to 6 guests.  Le Reve will be offering charters in the New England area from June to October with itineraries focusing on Martha’s Vineyard, Cape Cod, Nantucket, and Rhode Island.  New England is a wonderful sailing destination with so many family friendly activities: bike rides, strolling through old historic towns, exploring lighthouses, digging for clams and feasting on lobster. You won’t find a more kitted out catamaran than Le Reve.  Le Reve has every single watersport toy you can think of, with e-foil boards, kite boards, wing foil, dive equipment, Stand-Up Paddle Boards, snorkel gear, and even a hot tub on the flybridge.  When you’ve exhausted yourself with all the water activities, Chef Sandy and Captain Dirk have got you covered with high end wines and 5-star meals.  Le Reve is a fantastic charter yacht option for a group of friends, looking to stay active but who also enjoy the finer things.  Check out Le Reve’s e-brochure here.

Bahamas:

S/Y Touch the Sky:  Touch the Sky is a 2013 Leopard 58, with 5 ensuite cabins, that can accommodate up to 10 guests.  Touch the Sky will be based out of Nassau, Bahamas, from May 1^st until the end of July.  The boat will be chartering throughout the Exumas which has over 365 islands and cays, so there’s no shortage of cool spots to explore, or finding your own remote island to anchor at.  The Bahamas is the perfect cruising destination for those looking to get away from throngs of people and reconnect with one another.  Touch the Sky is built for charter, with multiple indoor and outdoor spaces for guests to enjoy: a spacious flybridge featuring a wetbar, grill and lots of covered seating, the forward cockpit,  two massive trampolines, and the U-shaped setee in the salon with a front row view of your chef in the galley. The Leopard 58 is a fantastic option for multigenerational families to sail all together and to view its entire e-brochure, click here.

The Grenadines:

S/Y Liquid Zen: Liquid Zen is a 2022 Lagoon 52 with 4 ensuite cabins, that can accommodate up to 8 guests.  Liquid Zen will finish their BVI season in early May and then head south to the Grenadines, offering charters until mid-August.  The Grenadines are known for having great sailing conditions, with typical 15-20 knots of breeze in the Summer; perfect for the sailing enthusiasts in the group.  The Grenadines are also a fantastic diving and fishing destination, as the waters are a bit deeper than the Virgin Islands.  Liquid Zen is fully outfitted with dive tanks, regulators, an onboard air compressor, and Captain Michael is a PADI Dive Instructor, with Chef Sara having her Dive Masters certificate.  Liquid Zen is also fully equipped with all the watersport toys you’d expect to find on a luxury charter yacht: subwing, snorkel gear, stand-up paddle boards, wakeboard, and fun beach games like bocce ball.  To see Liquid Zen’s e-brochure, click here.