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C A R I B B E A N
It is the Caribbean’s colourful character, from the local charm to the music, food and soul, that makes it your ultimate sailing destination. The Caribbean is our first love and where it all started for Escape Yachting over a
decade ago.
This winter, we invite you to join us for the voyage of a lifetime: welcome to the Caribbean!
Wend your way through paradise during your 12 day sailing holiday, from majestic St Lucia through the delightful Grenadines to the spice isle of
Grenada
Naturalists will be awed by the flora, fauna and marine life – including an unforgettable swim with sea turtles
Hedonists will find some of the finest beaches in the world. Jump right from your boat into the crystal-clear water and swim or snorkel among the kaleidoscopic coral reefs and colourful tropical fish in the world famous
Tobago Cays
Sailors will revel in the steady, tropical trade winds and cooling breezes
Gourmets will relish the memorable meals on deck and in delightful local restaurants ashore
Everyone will relax in spectacular surroundings and slip into ‘island time’ from the moment you arrive until long after you return home
Sail away with us this winter and we promise you will find your own piece of paradise where fun times and unforgettable moments with family and
friends endure
ST LUCIA
ST VINCENT
GR
ENA
DIN
ES
MUSTIQUE
GRENADA
ESCAPE YACHTING
CARIBBEAN
Each holiday is led by skippers and crew who know these destinations well and are there to take care of your every need, in an atmosphere of complete relaxation, comfort and style.
Each holiday includes a fantastic modern, luxury yacht, with great meals on board and ashore, the opportunity to swim, snorkel and dive, shore excursions to explore the local area and immerse yourself in the lively culture and welcoming atmosphere, and many extras.
Join us as an individual, a couple, a family or a group of friends. Reserve a whole boat to yourselves to enjoy a uniquely rewarding experience together! If a full yacht is more than you need, book your own cabin on board for a holiday where you meet new people, whilst still enjoying your own privacy.
All you have to pay for are your flights to/from St Lucia and any private refreshments, meals or excursions ashore.
• Professional skipper and crew• Your own private, air
conditioned double stateroom cabin
• All meals served on board or ashore
• A well stocked on-board bar with complimentary drinks, snacks, ice and water
• Snorkelling gear and inflatable dinghy with outboard
• Some shore excursions
WHAT’S INCLUDED
EXPLORE. DREAM. DISCOVER.YOUR VOYAGE THROUGH PARADISE
Join us in St Lucia, with direct flights from the UK.We meet you at the airport and bring you to the yacht for a cooling rum or fruit punch, as you begin to kick back and relax in the tropical warmth.
St Lucia offers some of the most spectacular beauty to be found anywhere in the Caribbean. On your first day, enjoy a sail to get used to the yacht from Martinique and anchor beneath the majestic Pitons, St Lucia’s most famous landmark, with twin peaks rising more than 2000 feet above you. That afternoon, you visit Soufrière, the world’s only drive-in volcano.
The next day involves an invigorating sail to the Blue Lagoon at St Vincent. Here you can hike St Vincent’s trails and admire ancient Arawak rock carvings.
Now, the Grenadines call to the south. You will wake to the sound of the conch shell calling tradition which dates back centuries on the tiny, charming island of Bequia and enjoy an inspiring visit to the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary to see the endangered Hawksbill.
Just a short sail away is the exclusive island of Mustique, private retreat to the rich and famous. Spend the afternoon on the beautiful Macaroni Beach and enjoy a drink in Basil’s Bar as the sun comes down and you mingle with the island’s residents and visitors.
You now reach the amazing Tobago Cays. The huge horseshoe reef that protects these deserted islets, with their dazzling, palm-studded shorelines, provides some of the best snorkelling and diving in the world. Relax for a day and re-enact the Pirates of the Caribbean, which was filmed here! You move on to anchor in Mayreau’s Salt Whistle Bay and bask on its sweeping
half moon beach.
A short sail brings you to Union Island, the yachting hub of the Grenadines, home to the Anchorage Yacht Club and numerous restaurants, boutiques, galleries and more. The trails offer some of the Grenadines’ best hiking with inspiring views.
You then head south to the private Palm Island and Carriacou, on your way to the Spice Isle of Grenada, so called from the nutmeg which fragrances the air and flavours the island’s original Planter’s Punch.
Here you can visit spice plantations, rum distilleries and historic sights in the capital, St George’s, the Caribbean’s most beautiful city or explore the rain forest, waterfalls and volcanic crater lake of Grand Etang.
As you arrange your own flights, you could tag on a stay in a hotel in St Lucia before or after your sail! If you prefer, fly via Barbados and include a hotel stay in this popular holiday island. The choice of airline, hotels and schedule is yours!
WEATHERThe weather during your holiday will see the temperatures ranging from 24° to 31°C. Your sailing area boasts superbly consistent and warm winds for sailing. Your itinerary offers both short and long legs through wide open waters between the islands, for a real sense of adventure.
THE YACHTSEscape Yachting sails some of the newest and most innovative sail and power monohull and catamaran yachts in the charter market, all of which are professionally maintained and offer you great comfort and plenty of space. Your private, double cabin stateroom comes with en-suite toilet and shower. There is air conditioning throughout the yacht to help you sleep at night – or you can open your hatches and enjoy the cool night breezes. During your holiday, you can get involved with sailing the yacht, under the guidance of your professional crew, or just sit back and relax. The choice is yours!
Ask us about sailing holidays to other stunning worldwide destinations:
Other parts of the Caribbean, including the British Virgin Islands
South East Asia: Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Borneo, the Philippines andHong Kong
Canadian Pacific: sailing from Vancouver up coast of British Columbia to Desolation Sound
Mediterranean: Italy, Greece, Croatia
Wherever you go, you will enjoy a holiday of a lifetime!
Holidays on shared charter yachts are available on the following dates:
201612 days from Saturday 12 March 2016 in St Vincent7,10 or 14 days beginning on Saturday 9 April 2016 in Martinique
20177,10 or 14 days beginning on Saturday 7 January 2017 in Martinique
For private, exclusive groups please contact us with your preferred dates.
The price of your sailing holiday is only £200 per person per day, and includes:
• Accommodation for two guests sharing a double en suite cabin. Individual guests are invited to contact us to discuss single supplements and other options.
• All meals and drinks, as described in the brochure and on your confirmation. All-inclusive is breakfast, lunch and dinner with local beer, rum or house wine, snacks, and pre-dinner cocktails (excluding champagne, premium wine or spirits).
• Shore excursions, as described in the brochure and on your confirmation.• Return transfers from the airport to the yacht.• Mandatory cruising taxes, customs and immigration fees whilst sailing on the yacht. • Yacht fuel, mooring fees, laundry of bedding and towels, water and ice.
The price of your sailing holiday does not include:
• Airport departure taxes.• Travel insurance, which you must have in place prior to your departure.• Items of a personal nature – drinks and meals ashore (where not included on your
confirmation), laundry, visa and passport charges, vaccinations, activities or excursions (where not included on your confirmation).
• Gratuities for your skipper and crew.• 2% charge on deposits and balances paid by credit card. There are no charges on
deposits and balances paid by debit card or bank transfer.• Any items expressly not included in the cost of your sailing holiday.
DOCUMENTATIONAfter we have reserved your date, you will be sent your booking form and payment information. After we have received your booking form and deposit (or full payment if less than 8 weeks before departure) you will be sent your sailing holiday documentation.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
WEATHERThe wind and sailing conditions described in this brochure give you a guide of the conditions to expect. Please bear in mind, however, that conditions can vary.
VISAS AND PASSPORTSWhilst we are able to provide basic advice to our guests regarding passports and visa requirements, you should check with the appropriate High Commission (St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada, Barbados) or the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office (www.fco.gov.uk) for the exact requirements and advice for your chosen sailing holiday and date of travel. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct passport and visas to gain access to any country included in your sailing holiday. If you fail to do so, we have no liability to you for any cost, loss or damage which you suffer, nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your sailing holiday. In some cases, countries will refuse entry to people who have criminal records. Should you be concerned about this, please check with the High Commission of the countries to which you will be travelling. The lead name on the booking is entirely responsible for ensuring that all members of the group have the correct and valid documentation for travel. We cannot accept responsibility for any failure to comply resulting in costs or fines being incurred and we advise to check if you have any queries.
HEALTHWe are able to advise on mandatory health requirements; however, we are not medical experts. It is your responsibility to ensure that you obtain proper and detailed medical advice at least two months prior to travel for the latest health requirements, recommendations for your destination and any costs. Where you do not do so and either are not allowed to enter any country, or suffer personal injury or death as a result, we have no liability to you for any cost, loss or damage which you suffer nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements. Guests with existing medical problems, pregnant women and anyone who has recently visited other countries should check requirements with their GP.
When assessing whether your sailing holiday will go ahead we use information and advice from the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office and other relevant government bodies. It is your responsibility to acquaint yourself with the travel advice provided by these government bodies.
At the time of publishing this brochure no compulsory vaccinations were required for British Citizens visiting any of the countries featured in our sailing holiday programme, however some precautions may be recommended for travel to some of our destinations. We strongly recommend that you refer to the NHS travel health website - http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/home – or consult your GP for further details.
All expectant mothers should carry a medical certificate confirming the stage of pregnancy and fitness to travel. Please check your travel insurance policy for any restrictions.
LATE BOOKINGSThis is a sailing holiday booked within 10 weeks of departure. Prices are set according to demand and may differ from any published price you may have seen. To guarantee the price advertised you must pay in full and provide all information as required at time of booking. We cannot accept a late booking without this information. A late booking fee will be charged for all bookings made within 14 days of departure to cover administrative costs that are incurred. A late booking fee is £25 per person.
DISABLED TRAVELLERSWe are not a specialist disabled holiday company, but we will do our utmost to cater for any special requirements you may have. Due to the nature of a sailing holiday and the facilities on a yacht, guests who require support or advice prior to booking, should please contact us by email on [email protected] or telephone 01202 313607.
MINIMUM AGEThere is no minimum age for children on our sailing holidays, but please contact us by email on [email protected] or telephone 01202 313607 prior to booking as some of our sailing holidays are only for adult guests.
LUGGAGEAside from your airline luggage allowance, you are limited to what you can stow in your cabin. For guests who require support or advice prior to booking, please contact us by email on [email protected] or telephone 01202 313607.
CURRENCY & CREDIT CARDSInternational credit and debit cards are widely accepted throughout the Caribbean. The local currency is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$) but the US Dollar is widely accepted locally.
SPECIAL REQUESTSAny special request, including special dietary requirements, must be advised in writing well in advance of departure. We will make every reasonable effort to make the arrangements for you.
CLOTHINGOn board the yacht and, generally, throughout the Caribbean, casual attire is acceptable during the daytime and smart casual is usual in the evenings. Appropriate dress ashore, away from the beaches, is expected in the Caribbean.
