WINTER 2015/16 DESTINATIONS the perfect experience A dream holiday means something different to everyone but chartering a yacht is the best way to bring that dream to life. Book your yacht charter now and explore a wide variety of destinations this winter.
THE BEST WINTER DESTINATIONS Seychelles
New Zealand
Maldives
Fiji
Thailand
Tahiti
Myanmar (Burma)
Caribbean
Komodo & Flores Islands
Mexico
Raja Ampat
Belize
The Great Barrier Reef
Chilean Patagonia
The Whitsunday Islands
Patagonia & Antarctica
winter destinations seychelles
SEYCHELLES
“ Garden of Eden”
When you arrive in paradise found, you’ll wish all your holidays always moved at the pace of the Seychelles famous resident, the Giant Tortoise. Situated approximately 600 miles north-east of Madagascar, and 1,000 miles east of Kenya, the Seychelles are a group of more than 100 small islands in the Indian Ocean. The four main islands are Mahe, Praslin, La Dique and Silhouette, and these islands are where the bulk of visitors stay. However with a charter yacht at your disposal, these fantastic islands are yours to explore. The legend of the Garden of Eden becomes apparent when you see the most stunning beaches on the planet. Lush nature reserves and national parks spill down to the coast while birds soar overhead. Huge granite boulders thrust out of white sand lapped by turquoise sea. Gentle wafting of flipper clad feet will glide you across brightly coloured coral reefs teeming with tropical fish.
praslin silhouette
la digue
indian ocean mahe
winter destinations maldives
MALDIVES The Maldives is oozing with romance and peaceful seclusion, but is even more famous for the diving that is an absolute must for the enthusiast. Only about one in ten of the coral islands are inhabited, usually by a luxury resort, but the ultimate way to experience the Maldives is by luxury yacht charter. The incredible atolls provide a psychedelic blaze of fish and coral that will delight both the experienced diver as well as the languid snorkeller. The beaches are a dream for couples and young families alike, with their gentle shallow warm waters. Barefoot luxury or designer chic, the Maldives offers both with relaxed charm and quiet elegance.
indian ocean
bandos lackadive sea
“ Gentle shallow warm waters, relaxed charm and quiet elegance�
winter destinations thailand
THAILAND The ‘Land of Smiles’ is characterised by the warm, hospitable people and myriad islands with endless coves and beaches you can claim all to yourself. Most charters focus on the Andaman Sea coast in and around the island of Phuket and Koh Phangan islands where high season runs from November until March, or cruise northwards to the diving meccas of the Surin and Similan islands. A ‘Jewel in the Gulf of Siam’ off the eastern coast of Thailand, Koh Samui is part of an archipelago of more than 60 islands in the South China Sea. Fine silken sands, swaying coconut palms and calm waters are emblematic of this peaceful location with perfect cruising weather from April to October.
gulf of thailand phuket andaman sea
koh samui
“ Endless coves and beaches”
RELAXATION, CULTURE AND ADVENTURE AWAIT...
winter destinations myanmar
MYANMAR (BURMA) The Mergui Archipelago, isolated and untouched, an exciting area with 800 islands to explore. An incredibly extensive and beautiful archipelago with islands inhabited by elephants, tigers and other wild animals, many of which have probably never been explored. Coupled with crystal clear water and immaculate white sandy beaches with the rainforest as backdrops, they make the perfect picture for holiday dreams. Mergui offers undiscovered diving and February to March attracts whale sharks and manta rays. The islands and surrounding seas are alive with an amazing diversity of flora, fauna and rare beautiful underwater scenes with its marine life.
andaman sea mergui
“ Untouched Mergui Archipelago�
winter destinations komodo & flores islands
KOMODO & FLORES ISLANDS Home to some of the most spectacular diving and pristine beaches on the planet, Indonesia is vast and dotted with islands, each offering something unique. Few areas in Asia can match the cultural and natural diversity as can be found following the chain of the Lesser Sunda Islands: towering active volcanoes, jungle clad mountain ranges, alternated by dry savannah lowlands, both teeming with wildlife… quiet coastal villages, emerald seas, colorful market places, tribal rituals and in addition a world of kaleidoscopic beauty under water. This leisure expedition includes the Komodo area for a couple of days of snorkelling, beach combing and hiking through one of the most beautiful National Parks of Indonesia where you also of course can observe the famous Komodo Dragons.
flores sea
komodo islands
savu sea
“ Enchanting underwater world & spectacular diving ”
winter destinations raja ampat
RAJA AMPAT RAJA AMPAT which translates as “The Four Kings”, refers to the 4 most important islands of the Western tip of Papua: Waigeo in the north spanning the equator, Batanta, Salawati, Misool in the south of the archipelago. The area comprises over 2,000 islands, many unnamed and uninhabited over an area of 50,000 square kilometers. Raja Ampat offers quality hikes, the most bio diverse diving sites of the world and amazing encounters with the flora including Birds of Paradise, Fruit Bats and majestic Manta Rays. Raja Ampat is considered a jewel of our world owing to its location in the heart of “the Coral Triangle”.
raja ampat
ceram sea
halmahera sea
“ Reefs ranked amongst the finest in the world”
winter destinations the great barrier reef
THE GREAT BARRIER REEF Sailing out northwest from the main island of The Great Barrier Reef is the ultimate for any scuba diver, and with 74 islands making up The Whitsundays the world is your oyster. Rub shoulders with the locals in the small towns and resorts, quietly drop anchor at a secluded bay, or take in the sunrise over Whitehaven Beach. Hayman Island is the ultimate in luxury, while its casual ambience is an opportunity to experience Australians at their best. With the flash of iridescent butterflies, Aboriginal culture and friendly locals, it’s the best Oz experience you can get.
the great barrier reef
australia
“ Majestic corals”
winter destinations the whitsunday islands
THE WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS The 74 Whitsunday Islands lie close to the coast but within the Great Barrier Reef itself, and also boast safe bathing waters. A collection of stunning drowned granite peaks, most of the islands are uninhabited and protected. The wildlife is spectacular with underwater fish of all sizes and colours, in the bush lizards and birds, and in the air screeching cockatoos and many butterflies. One of the highlights is the 7km’s of pure white sand of Whitehaven beach and for once a place that looks even more incredible than the brochure photos.
the whitsundays
australia
whitsunday island
hamilton island
“ Pristine bays for relaxing or exploring”
DISCOVER EXCEPTIONAL ESCAPES
winter destinations new zealand
NEW ZEALAND New Year celebrations around the world begin with fireworks reflecting across the water alongside a city whose quiet sophistication has blended beautifully with Maori culture to create a wonderful mix of past and present. From their sheer diversity and sporting cultural attractions, to the mountains, deep fjords, rainforests, glaciers and bubbling geo-thermal pools, no other country has such a vast cruising landscape. The islands are utterly enchanting. The coastlines of both the North and South Island are a wonderful canvas of bays, harbors, fjords and beaches. Whether your itinerary takes in the marine reserves and islands lying off the North Island, or heads to the South Island to glide along the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand is all about taking to the water. Whilst there are many cruising grounds to choose from the most popular are the Bay of Islands and the Hauraki Gulf, close to the city of Auckland.
north island tasman sea
south island
“ Maori Welcome�
winter destinations fiji
FIJI Sailing out northwest from the main island of Viti Levu brings you to the Yasawa Island Group made famous by the movie Blue Lagoon. You will be awed by natural beauty, world class high visibility diving and breathtaking beaches. Sunny, unique and unspoiled, Fiji lies between 15° and 22° south of the equator and has over 330 islands with miles of pristine white sandy beaches, fabulous coral gardens and verdant tropical rainforests that cling to mountains which were volcanic in origin. The islands are a fascinating blend of cultures and colour and have something to offer all yacht visitors.
fiji
south pacific ocean
“ Crystal waters perfect for diving into the 'blue lagoon’ ”
winter destinations tahiti
TAHITI Like a Gauguin painting, the beauty of Tahiti and its people are the epitome of your imagined South Sea Island dream. Visitors arriving by sea feel the same emotion that would have moved Captain Cook when he first spotted what is now known as Tahiti. He was delighted at how easy it was to navigate among these islands and sail into the various lagoons through the passes naturally made in the coral fringed reef. The deep bright colours of sea and land are matched by the exquisite beauty of the tropical orchids, banquets of seafood and delectable sweet fruit. The sway of Tahitian hips clad in hula skirts transports you to the rhythm of island life that is as precious as a black pearl.
tahiti south pacific ocean
“ A perfect blend of ocean and lagoon sailing, with some of the best diving you can find "
winter destinations caribbean
CARIBBEAN Hundreds of islands await to carry you through adventure and paradise the Caribbean is a natural wonderland. From tiny beach covered coral atolls to substantial mountainous islands exuding rich and colourful cultures. On your Caribbean yachting vacation you can find an incredible amount of choice and variety and all in a relatively small area - thriving bars and Caribbean nightlife; first rate cuisine; spectacular white powder beaches; lush tropical rainforest; cloud-fringed mountain peaks; exotic birdlife; amazing diving and snorkelling and a serene blend of European sophistication and warm Caribbean hospitality.
british virgin islands
caribbean sea
antigua
“ A string of islands whose diversity makes for a completly unique experience�
WAKE UP EVERY DAY TO A DIFFERENT HORIZON
winter destinations
mexico
MEXICO The coastline of Mexico offers a variety of destinations perfect for cruising by yacht with the most popular being Baja California and Cancun. Baja California, called the ‘Red Sea’ of the Americas, has a lot to offer from delightful diving with great visibility - to wonderful whale watching when the grey whales migrate here to breed… and fantastic fishing in the wake of Hemingway for some serious sports fishing. Cancun is now becoming a thriving destination in Mexico with startling white beaches, aquamarine waters and fantastic dive spots. It has the same sizzling nightlife and fine waterfront restaurants as La Paz and Acapulco. It also offers a relaxing base from which to explore the astonishing ruins of Chichén Itzá, Tulum, and Cobá, remnants of the area’s rich Maya heritage.
baja california
north pacific ocean
cancun
“ The Baja Peninsula becomes Bel Air on Sea in the winter”
winter destinations
belize
BELIZE
“ The Adventure Coast”
Wedged between Mexico and Guatemala, Belize probably has the greatest variety of landscapes, people, flora and fauna of any country of its size in the world. The large continuous barrier reef creates miles of protected cruising grounds, which makes sailing a breeze. There are hundreds of sandy cays for anchoring your charter yacht within a reef which is abundant with sea life. The “adventure coast”, as Belize is rightly called, provides endless opportunities for diving, snorkelling, fishing, kayaking, bird watching and more. Take a night dive through a tunnel of living coral, ride a horse through a jungle resounding with the call of howler monkeys, explore ancient Mayan ruins, or even try to track the elusive jaguar.
gulf of mexico
belize
winter destinations chilean patagonia
CHILEAN PATAGONIA The Chilean Patagonia offers an amazing diversity of landscapes that run from the Patagonian plains to the fjords and canals where the icy peaks of the Andes are submerged. A region where the rivers and lakes are of an incomparable clearness and that was the homeland of the first Chilean Aborigines of Tierra del Fuego. The region is, by far, one of the world’s best spots to do exploratory fishing and specialized eco-tourism. The coast to land ratio is enormous, the Cordillera generates an infinite number of river and lake systems that are close to the ocean fjords, which in most cases, are inaccessible by usual means of transportation, thus remaining virgin and unexplored territories.
chile
south pacific ocean
“ Luminous icebergs, majestic mountains and gigantic glaciers”
winter destinations patagonia & antartica
PATAGONIA & ANTARCTICA Patagonia’s scenic coastline promises a rare sense of freedom. It’s an ideal cruising ground for those looking for the ultimate experience of adventure and luxury combined. Gaze into the glacial waters and spot whales and dolphins playing undisturbed or take to the air in a helicopter to get the best aerial views of the stunning and dramatic countryside. Antarctica’s cruising grounds offer natural extremities that you will not find anywhere else in the world. Entering into this dream like world of luminous icebergs, majestic mountains and gigantic glaciers is a privilege for any world traveler.
patagonia
south pacific ocean
antarctica
“ The ultimate experience of adventure and luxury combined”
DREAM, ENJOY, FEEL, DISCOVER...