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Archive for October, 2008

Heather Wood joins the Regency charter team!

Friday, October 24th, 2008

Heather Wood joins Regency and Northrop and Johnson sales team full time in our Road Town Tortola office.

Originally from New England, Heather met her husband, a yacht Captain, while sailing with friends. After several years of deliveries and visits, Heather moved full time to the BVI and married Captain Simon.

Now living ashore, Heather brings her enthusiasm for the Caribbean and boating life to her work as well as a great attention to detail.

Call and see how Heather can find that perfect match of yacht & crew for your vacation!

Alexander V– pure luxury!

Thursday, October 23rd, 2008

Consider the beautiful brand new 48m ALEXANDAR V launched this summer and officially presented during the Monaco Yacht Show.

ALEXANDAR V http://www.myCharter.com/ALEXANDAR-V/index.asp?pass=221909699

With her desert sand coloured hull and oyster white superstructure she is sleek, elegant and ingenuously designed. She sleeps 12 guests in one full beam Master on the main deck, one VIP suite on the upper deck and two doubles and two twins on the lower deck.

She has all the latest audio/visual equipment (kaleidoscope/ Ipod docking stations etc) and sports equipment (diving equipment, elliptical trainer, jetskis) to make her a fun and luxurious yacht to be on.

She will be going to the Maldives this winter Dec-February then on to the Seychelles March-April.

Luxury sailing yacht available for December!

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008
TIARA is still available for the festive period in the Caribbean!

Don’t miss this opportunity to charter this beautiful yacht, Tiara built by the internationally renowned shipyard Perini Navi.

Her interior is a blend of flame mahogany woods, soft leather and unique art deco furnishings and fittings. She sleeps comfortably ten guests in four guest cabins and the master’s apartment spread over two levels.

Weekly rate is 190,000 Euros plus all expenses for up to 10 guests.

Luxury Power Yacht for December — one week!

Monday, October 20th, 2008
Many times some of the nicest power yachts will have a minimum number of nights for a charter over the popular December holiday period. The problem with that is the growing number of people who just can’t take a 10 to 14 night break.
There are two lovely yachts available for the December 20 to 27 timne period as their owners are using them for a shorter trip just after. Big Eagle can accomodate 12 — great for a family get together while Shear Fantasea is set for 8 guests.
Call the Regency team to find the right yacht for the right date for your Caribbean break!

Hurricane Omar passes south of the Virgin Islands — luckily!

Thursday, October 16th, 2008

Hurricane Omar passed south of the islands last night with the most intense part of the storm located in the Anegada Passage where there are no islands!

Reports for yachts located in Virgin Gorda and Tortola indicated damage on the order of chaffed dock lines.

The sun is back out, and work on the catamarans, sailing and power yachts in preparation for a busy winter season have resumed.

All safe & sound, the Regency team had no damage and we are thankful and all smiles!

December availability for a great catamaran in the BVI

Wednesday, October 15th, 2008

For those that have been waiting on their holiday plans, you’re in luck! The Lagoon 55 catamaran reAction is now available from December 19 or 20 for a week of wonderful relaxation in the British Virgin Islands! Ready for groups up to 8, this crew loves families and is ready to get you using all of the toys on board.

So make plans now for a wonderful memorable week in December!

REACTION 55 Feet.
Sleeps 8 Guests in 2 Queen(s), 1 Double(s), 1 Twin(s)
Online brochure: http://www.cyabrochure.com/eb/1073/xyrd/116/1
Rates and Availability: http://www.cyabrochure.com/eb/1073/xyrd/116/4
SCUBA: http://www.cyabrochure.com/scuba/1073/xyrd/116

Sailing yachts for charter — Mega Style

Tuesday, October 14th, 2008

A new trend in boat building is the amazing 40 to 60 meter sailing yachts that offer tremendous creature comforts along with the pleasure and stability of sailing. These custom designed and built yachts are pure luxury and are available this winter in the Caribbean or Asia.

Whether built by Royal Huisman in Holland, Perini Navi in Italy or Alloy in New Zealand, these mega yachts come in a variety of style — from traditional hand rubbed dark woodwork to light and airy modern minimalism — you choose the environment that you find relaxing.

With spacious deck space, plenty of different areas for lounging and dining so your group can separate during the day and full service, these sailing yachts are becoming a popular charter option for those who want to try the relaxed feel of the wind over the deck.

Ask a Regency broker for our best picks & start planning the details of your winter holiday!

Fall Boat Show Season has begun

Monday, October 13th, 2008

The brokers at Regency travel the globe inspecting yachts to make sure that those pretty pictures on the internet are what you will see when you board the yacht you charter.

Whether a yacht based in the Med or one that sails the Caribbean year round, it is important to you that we see yachts that charter regularly. Condition can vary from year to year and we are here to make sure that you are getting the best option for your vacation — large or small.

I just returned from Monaco, and am gearing up for upcoming shows in Ft. Lauderdale, British Virgin Islands, US Virgin Islands, St. Maarten and Antigua. The Regency brokers travel worldwide on your behalf so that you can be sure a yacht that we recommend meets our standards and will provide the vacation that delivers memories to last a lifetime.

Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show — your opportunity to view yachts for sale or charter.

Thursday, October 9th, 2008
The end of October is time again for the very large and amazing Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show. This three mile stretch of assembled dock on the intercoastal waterway allows buyers to view new and brokerage yachts for sale — big ones, little ones & everything in between! Whether you want a run about for your lake, or an ocean going power yacht there are sailing and power yachts on view.
Regency has joined with Northrop & Johnson and will have a barge on the dock. The larger brokerage yachts require appointments to be viewed, and there will be a number of charter yachts that may be viewed as well. This is the perfect opportunity to see a number of yachts in one location.
Need tickets? Want to make an appointment to see the yacht you’ve been dreaming about? Give us a call — Regency & Northrop and Johnson can make it happen!

Sail catamaran Silver Moon with Captain only!

Tuesday, October 7th, 2008

For those that want the ‘hands on’ experience, try the catamaran Silver Moon! Fresh clean and ready to charter, this cat’s Captain has plenty of experience as well as an easy manner when teaching the finer points of sailing a cat. Patty is happy to help guests find the best anchorages or the perfect beach for that evening ‘jump up’ to the local music.

The choices are yours — eat out or prepare a meal yourself, sail on to another spot or stay at that perfect white sand beach. Enjoy the VIs this year!

Silver Moon accommodates guests up to 6 and is available for charter now!

More details: http://www.viewyacht.com/silvermoon/