The Best Tortola Hotels Before You Start Your BVI Yacht Charter
The best hotels on Tortola to stay before your BVI yacht charter including Nanny Cay, Long Bay Beach Resort, Sugar Mill, and Scrub Island.
Emilia's top picks from the Virgin Island Yacht Shows
Fresh insights from the VI charter shows: the standout yachts, crews, and details that truly impressed this season.
Anegada: How to Spend the Perfect Day
A perfect day in Anegada: snorkeling, lagoon swimming at Cow Wreck, and dinner on the beach. Here’s why this BVI stop is worth adding to your trip.
Virgin Islands Charter Yacht Shows Debrief
Discover key insights from this year’s charter yacht show and what they mean for your 2025–2026 crewed charter plans.
Top BVI Webcams to Check in on the Action
Check out these BVI webcams from some of the most popular BVI bars, restaurants, and hotels such as the Soggy Dollar Bar and Scrub Island.
5 tips to elevate your next BVI charter
Whether this is your first time chartering or it's your annual island escape, here are five ways to make this season’s trip one for the books.
Bars & Restaurants Closed for 2025 BVI Hurricane Season
Many British Virgin Islands businesses close for BVI hurricane season. These are some closings for 2025 and expected re-opening dates.
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New BVI Regulations Are Changing How You Charter: Need to Know
New 2025 BVI charter rules affect foreign-based yachts. What you need
The BVI Beach Top 10 List
I built the BVI Beach Top 10 List after years of sailing the British Virgin Islands. Grab a sundowner and let's dive in.
Summer Yacht Charter: Where to Charter During Hurricane Season
Discover the best summer yacht charter destinations during hurricane season—explore the Grenadines, Exumas, or the Mediterranean this summer.
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🍹Captain Matt's BVI Beach Bar Top 5 List
Discover the top 5 beach bars in the BVI, from the iconic Soggy Dollar to the lively Willy T. Cocktails, beach vibes, and fun await!
The Pirate Waters of BVI: Jost Van Dyke & Blackbeard
Explore the pirate legends of the BVI, from Dead Chest Island’s dark past to Jost Van Dyke’s privateer legacy—unveiling history, mystery, and adventure!
BVI Catamaran Charter With Captain: Your Adventure Awaits
Explore the perfect blend of freedom and comfort with a BVI catamaran charter with captain. Discover why captain-only charters are the ideal choice.
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My Experience at the 2024 Crewed Charter Yacht Shows
Insights from the 2024 BVI and USVI Charter Broker Yacht Shows: trends, my favorite yachts, and the emerging Captain-only crewed charters.
BVI Sailing Itinerary: The Perfect Week in the BVI
There is no better place for a sailing trip than the British Virgin Islands. Check out my perfect week-long BVI sailing itinerary.
All-Inclusive Yacht Charters: How do They Work?
Experience the ultimate vacation with all-inclusive yacht charters, where a dedicated crew handles every detail, from fine dining to tailored itineraries.
The Best Caribbean Bareboat Charter Destinations
Explore the best Caribbean bareboat charter destinations: BVIs, Exuma, Spanish Virgin Islands, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, USVIs & Antigua.
BVI vs Tahiti: A Sailor’s Dream Dilemma
If you’re caught in the dilemma of choosing between the British Virgin Islands (BVI) and French Polynesia for your next trip, you have to read this guide
By-the-Cabin Charters: Pros & Cons
Learn about our By-the-Cabin Charter: affordable luxury with private cabins, meals, and a professional crew.
Pirate Legends and Hidden Treasures: Norman Island
We will dive deeper into the mysterious and captivating stories of Norman Island.
Summer reads: nautical adventures & high-seas thrills
To help build your summer reading list for those relaxing moments on the beach, I’d like to share some books I highly recommend that I’ve read in the past.
Lagoon 51 review: a big upgrade
Discover our comprehensive Lagoon 51 review, detailing the catamaran's features, handling, and performance for your next bareboat charter adventure.
Mooring ball failed on me in Anegada
To add to the reports of questionable mooring ball quality, I now have my own experience with an Anegada mooring ball that failed on me.
Pirate Havens of the British Virgin Islands
Let's discover the pirate history that surrounds these islands!
Charter Catamaran Grounding at the Baths BVI Amidst Red Flag
A charter catamaran grounded on the rocks at the Baths BVI amidst red flag conditions.
BVI vs Exuma Bareboat Charter: Exploring New Horizons
Explore BVI vs Exuma differences for bareboat charters, from logistics and cruising conditions to unique charter experiences.
Charter notes from our USVI land-based stay
Discover USVI charter lessons learned from our land-based stay on our Spring Break trip to St. Thomas.
2024 BVI Charter Season Preview
Find out what's new for the 2024 BVI charter season including new catamaran additions and the latest need-to-know charter developments.
Paradise lost: Is it the end of White Bay as we know it?
With the opening of Salt Life Adventure Sports at White Bay, it could soon turn into a tourist trap overrun by cruise ship visitors.
The Best Snorkeling in the British Virgin Islands
Join me as I share my personal experiences of the best snorkeling in the British Virgin Islands, including, Anegada, Norman Island, and more.
BVI Bareboat Charter Bound: Our Story of Rediscovery
We're taking a deep dive into our recent BVI bareboat charter escapade, complete with lots of photos and a tale of fishing pursuits.
Cheeseburger in Paradise’s True Origins
You may have heard that BVI inspired Jimmy Buffett's Cheeseburger in Paradise, but did you know it was actually Stanley's in CGB?
Sailing the Virgin Islands: What We’ve Learned
If you're planning to sail the Virgin Islands, find out what I've learned about cruising conditions, when to visit, and what to expect at the Virgin Island
How to get to the British Virgin Islands?
So how to get to the British Virgin Islands. There are 4 ways for most travelers to choose from. I'll tell you which one is best.
American Airlines’ new BVI route has rough start
If you haven't followed the drama, American Airlines' had a rough start to their new direct flight to BVI from Miami.
Rule Change at The Baths, BVI: What You Need to Know
A recent rule change at the Baths in the British Virgin Islands has left many charter crews confused. Find out what's changed.
Our Favorite Secret BVI Anchorages: Escape From the Crowds
Our top 4 secret BVI anchorages to escape the crowds. These are the perfect places to enjoy enjoy solitude and an epic Caribbean sunset.
BVI Catamaran Charter: 10 Day Sailing Plan
Find out how to plan the ideal, 10-day BVI catamaran charter. North Sound, Anegada, Cane Garden Bay, Jost van Dyke beach bars, and more.
What is Boatyball in the BVIs?
If you plan to sail in the BVI, make sure you know about Boatyball - a program to reserve mooring balls in the most popular bays.
BVI Mooring Ball Fees on the Rise
A recent announcement from Boatyball has signaled a broader shift for BVI mooring ball fees to increase from $30 to $40 across the board.
Sailboat Fishing Guide: How to Fish from a Sailboat
Our sailboat fishing guide has everything you need to catch some serious fish from your sailboat. Tackle, techniques, and more.
Fish of the Virgin Islands
These are the 20 most commonly caught fish of the Virgin Islands. How to recognize, where to find, and how to catch them.
5 Ways to Experience Norman Island, British Virgin Islands
I make a Norman Island British Virgin Islands stop each time on my yacht charter trips. Find out my 5 favorite things to do here.
Scrub Island to Welcome a new BVI Charter Company
Scrub Island will soon host a new BVI charter company, Dream Caribbean Blue. They are expected to begin operating from Scrub in early 2023.
When is the Best Time to Visit the British Virgin Islands?
The best time to visit the British Virgin Islands is from April to June. Enjoy settled weather conditions, fewer crowds, and cheaper prices.
5 Ways the British Virgin Islands’ Vibe is Changing
The British Virgin Islands vibe is changing. Here are 5 of the developments underway and what you can expect on your next BVI yacht charter.
Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid on a Yacht Charter Trip
These are my top 10 mistakes to avoid on your yacht charter trip, some of which I've had to learn the hard way.
BVI Redlined: What Areas are Off-Limits?
If you’re planning a yacht charter sailing trip to BVI, make sure you know about these 6 BVI redlined, off-limits areas.
Sailing to Anegada: How to Visit the Sunken Island
Many BVI sailing charters skip sailing to Anegada. Don't let that be you. Explore secluded beaches, eat fresh lobster, and snorkel the best BVI reef.
Catamaran Cast Adrift from BVI Mooring & Wrecks: What can we Lear
A Lagoon 46 was set adrift from a mooring ball at Cooper Island and wrecked. Find out what happened and what we can learn from the incident.
Is White Bay in Jost Van Dyke too Dangerous to Anchor?
There might not be a more idlyllic BVI experience than anchoring at White Bay, Jost Van Dyke. But for me, those days might be over.
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