Caribbean Skippered Sailing Holidays
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CARIBBEAN
Welcome to Paradise
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.
We invite you to join us for the voyage of a lifetime:
welcome to your Caribbean!
“I felt like I got a superyacht experience for the price of a
cruise. Every detail was considered; the itinerary had the
perfect balance of action and relaxation. For an incredible
(and unique) Caribbean holiday I would definitely recommend
Escape Yachting.” Adam
Your Itinerary
Wend your way through paradise during your sailing holiday,
through the delightful Grenadines
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
and we promise you will find your own piece of paradise
where fun times and unforgettable moments
with family and friends endure
Unparalleled Service
Unmatched Value
Your holiday is led by a skipper and crew who know the Caribbean
well and are there to take care of your every need, in an atmosphere of
complete relaxation, comfort and style.
Your all-inclusive 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.
Sail 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 - or book your own cabin on board for a holiday where you meet
new people, whilst still enjoying your own privacy.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
When We Say All Inclusive We Mean It
Luxury, modern catamaran with plenty of space to relax
Spacious, private en-suite cabin
Experienced skipper and crew with local knowledge
All meals included and freshly prepared
Every other night we include a meal in a restaurant ashore
We cater for special dietary requirements
All drinks on board
Return transfers between the airport and the marina
All cruising taxes, customs and immigration fees
Yacht fuel, moorings, bedding, towels, water and ice
Fully insured yacht and crew
No credit card fees - even for American Express
Your Private Oasis
Your comfortable guest cabin, with a double bed, has plenty
of natural light and ventilation. You have your own private en-suite
bathroom with toilet and shower. The deck saloon enjoys great 360
degree views through picture windows and opens up into one big
space, perfect for open-air living.
“We never had to lift a finger for the
entire trip and just relaxed and enjoyed
the scenery.” Elly
Your Relaxation Zone
On deck, there are separate areas to relax, from the trampoline
at the bow to the helm on the upper deck, to the aft cockpit.
Stretch out and sunbathe on deck, take the helm and help sail the
yacht, or relax with a good book in the shade - the choice is yours!
EXPLORE. DREAM. DISCOVER.
YOUR VOYAGE THROUGH PARADISE
Join us in the Caribbean,
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.
Experience an invigorating sail to
the Blue Lagoon at St Vincent. Here
you can relax at the bar or hike St
Vincent’s trails and admire ancient
Arawak rock carvings.
You 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.
“Our group, which was made up of 2 families - 3 adults, 5
children spent 2 weeks sailing around the Caribbean with
Esacpe Yachting .
The food , service and on - going humour was THE best . .
Thank you Escape for creating memories that will last forever”
Alison
Just a short sail away is the exclusive island of Mustique, private retreat
to the rich and famous. Spend the afternoon on the beautiful beach and
enjoy a drink in Basil’s Bar as the sun comes down and you mingle with
the island’s residents and visitors at the lively ‘Jump Up’!
Sail into 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!
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. At sunset relax
with a rum punch at the legendary
Happy Island!
Visit to the private Palm Island and Petit St Vincent before sailing into the waters
of Grenada, visiting Carriacou on your way to the Spice Isle, so called from the
nutmeg which fragrances the air and flavours the island’s original Planter’s Punch.
Here we can arrange a day tour for you to visit spice plantations, rum distilleries
and historic sights in the capital, St George’s, the Caribbean’s most beautiful city -
as well as exploring the tropical rain forest, swim in cool, fresh waterfalls and walk
around the volcanic crater lake of Grand Etang.
“They managed to strike the perfect balance
between relaxation, adventure, sailing and
exploration, all under the glorious Caribbean
sunshine.
We cannot recommend this trip highly enough to
anyone who wants to sail around the Caribbean
with such experienced crew and in such style.
Thank you very much Matthew and David - we
look forward to our next adventure with Escape.”
Jo
As you arrange your own flights, you
could tag on a stay in a hotel before
or after your sail! Direct flights are
available to St Vincent or Grenada.
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!
THE WEATHER
The 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 through wide open
waters between the islands, for a real
sense of adventure.
THE YACHT
Escape Yachting sails some of the
newest and most innovative 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 ventilation
throughout the yacht to help you
sleep at night – open your hatches and
enjoy the cool night breezes as you
gaze up at the myriad of stars! 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!
OTHER
DESTINATIONS
Ask us about sailing
holidays to other
stunning worldwide
destinations:
Other parts of the
Caribbean, including
the British Virgin Islands
North West Pacific:
sailing from Vancouver
up the coast of
British Columbia to
Desolation Sound in
Canada
Explore the coast and
islands of beautiful
Croatia
Wherever you go, you
will enjoy a holiday of a
lifetime!
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Please email us at reservations@escapeyachting.com for dates of our shared charter trips.
For private, exclusive groups please contact us with your preferred dates.
The price of your sailing holiday is from only £349 per person per day, and includes:
• Accommodation in a private, double ensuite cabin. Individual guests are invited to
contact us to discuss single supplements and other options.
• All meals and drinks on board. All-inclusive is breakfast, lunch and dinner with local
beer, rum or house wine, snacks and pre-dinner cocktails on board.
• Return transfers from the airport to the yacht
• Cruising taxes, customs and immigration fees whilst on the yacht
• Yacht fuel, mooring fees, bedding, towels, water and ice
The price of your sailing holiday does not include:
• Flights
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses – drinks and meals ashore, laundry, visa and passport charges,
vaccinations, activities or excursions
• Gratuities for your skipper and crew
DOCUMENTATION
After you have reserved your date, you will be sent our online 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 confirmation by email.
WEATHER
The 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 PASSPORTS
Whilst 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) or the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
(www.fco.gov.uk) for the exact requirements and advice for your chosen 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 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 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.
HEALTH
We 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 recommend that you refer to the NHS travel health website or consult your GP.
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.
DISABLED TRAVELLERS
We 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 reservations@escapeyachting.com or telephone 01590 615389.
MINIMUM AGE
There is no minimum age for children on our sailing holidays, but please contact us by
email on reservations@escapeyachting.com or telephone 01590 615389 prior to booking
as some of our sailing holidays are only for adult guests.
LUGGAGE
Aside from your airline luggage allowance, you are limited to what you can store in your
cabin and we recommend you use a collapsible bag for ease of stowage on board.
CURRENCY & CREDIT CARDS
International 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..
There are banks and ATMs on most islands, but not all.
SPECIAL REQUESTS
Any special request, including special dietary requirements, must be advised in writing well
in advance of departure. We will make every reasonable effort to make arrangements
for you.
CLOTHING
On board the yacht and, generally, throughout the Caribbean, casual attire is acceptable
during the daytime and smart casual is usual in the evenings, especially at restaurants
ashore. Appropriate dress ashore, away from the beaches, is expected in the Caribbean.
For advice or further information please contact us by email on reservations@
escapeyachting.com or telephone 01590 615389.
JOIN US IN PARADISE
BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY TODAY
01590 615389
reservations@escapeyachting.com
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