Tuesday, May 28, 2013

ITINERARY: Sailing, KEY LARGO to KEY WEST, by s/v Zephyrus

SAMPLE ITINERARY: KEY LARGO to KEY WEST
(Fabulous Florida Keys)


Day 1
SAIL at noon to Indian & Lignumvatae Keys and Robbie’s. Dinner & spend the night at anchor.

Day 2
PLAY all day visiting historical Keys, snorkeling, swimming, fishing, rent jet skis or kayaks, feed tarpon

Day 3
SAIL mid-morn from Indian & Lignumvatae to Marathon. Dinner & spend the night at anchor or in Marathon Marina.

Day 4
SAIL (after snorkeling & swimming Alligator Reef Lighthouse) mid-morn from Marathon to Key West. Dinner & spend the night at anchor.

Day 5
PLAY all day in Key West (after breakfast move to Marina or stay at anchor) – tours, beaching, shopping, exploring

Day 6
TURN AROUND. SAIL mid-morning to Marathon. Dinner & spend the night.

Day 7
SAIL & PLAY to Rodriguez Key, snorkeling, swimming, fishing along way. Dinner & spend the night at anchor or in Marina Del Mar.

Day 8
Disembark by noon.



Charter Yacht Zephyrus - Crewed Yacht Charters
Sailing Vacations in the Florida Keys and Bahamas

Zephyrus is a 50-foot Beneteau Oceanis sloop, owned and operated by Tim & Chelyn Shaw. Zephyrus is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 6 guests in three cabins, each with Queen berths and ensuite head/shower. The yacht has a 12-foot skiff with 25HP motor, tube, wakeboard, snorkel equipment, floating mats, fishing gear, TV/DVD in salon, iPod dock, PlayStation3, hammock, etc.

Diving is available for charters in the Florida Keys. Tim & Chelyn are both dive instructors (they owned a dive shop in Key Largo) and include one dive/diver/week (up to 5 divers) for certified divers or a resort course for non-certified divers. Dive gear to be rented.

Please note that Zephyrus is a non-smoking yacht.


Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book ZEPHYRUS
View Zephyrus' online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


ITINERARY: Sailing, MIAMI to FLORIDA KEYS, by s/v Zephyrus

SAMPLE ITINERARY: MIAMI TO FLORIDA KEYS
(as far as Indian Key@MM78, as far south as we can get at an enjoyable pace)


Day 1
Sail out of Miami area and sail south down Biscayne Bay, anchor on inside of Elliott Key (swim, snorkel, beach). Spend the afternoon there then sail a little further south to spend the night behind Pumpkin Key (17nm)

Day 2
Sail through Angel Fish Creek to the outside at high tide. Sail to Carysfort Reef and Elbow Reef and snorkel mid-morning to mid-afternoon. Sail south to Key Largo and anchor behind Rodriguez Key or, pull into Marina Del Mar (26 nm)

Day 3
Sail south to Indian & Lignumvatae Keys and Robbie’s. Play all day visiting historical Keys, snorkeling, swimming, fishing, rent jet skis or kayaks, feed tarpon

Day 4
Sail Full day to Marathon. Spend the night at Marathon Marina (MM53.1) (47nm)

Day 5
TURN AROUND. Sail to Rodriguez Key. Dinner & spend the night at anchor or in Marina Del Mar & dine ashore in Key Largo, maybe explore a little.

Day 6
Sail north toward Angel Fish Creek snorkeling & swimming Molasses Reef, Carysfort Reef, and the Marine Sanctuary along the way.

Day 7
Sail all day to Government Cut and into Miami sailing with the Gulf Stream. Anchor or Marina for the night.

Day 8
Disembark by noon.



Charter Yacht Zephyrus - Crewed Yacht Charters
Sailing Vacations in the Florida Keys and Bahamas

Zephyrus is a 50-foot Beneteau Oceanis sloop, owned and operated by Tim & Chelyn Shaw. Zephyrus is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 6 guests in three cabins, each with Queen berths and ensuite head/shower. The yacht has a 12-foot skiff with 25HP motor, tube, wakeboard, snorkel equipment, floating mats, fishing gear, TV/DVD in salon, iPod dock, PlayStation3, hammock, etc.

Diving is available for charters in the Florida Keys. Tim & Chelyn are both dive instructors (they owned a dive shop in Key Largo) and include one dive/diver/week (up to 5 divers) for certified divers or a resort course for non-certified divers. Dive gear to be rented.

Please note that Zephyrus is a non-smoking yacht.


Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book ZEPHYRUS
View Zephyrus' online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


Monday, May 27, 2013

ITINERARY: Bonaire to Curacao by s/v Domicil

Sample Itinerary for Charter Yacht Domicil
Bonaire - 'Small' Curacao - Curacao (7 days)



As the winds are always easterly, this is a great downwind sailing event, making it an easy passage even for those not used to being on the sea.


  • Day 1: Arrival
The Domicil crew will welcome you at the airport (Flamingo) on Bonaire and bring you to the yacht Domicil waiting for you at their Kralendijk mooring. Once aboard, freshen up and then enjoy cocktails and hors d'houvres on deck. A beautiful sunset is the prelude for a romantic dinner -- alfresco!

  • Day 2: Bonaire
Bonaire is a wonderful Caribbean Island with a historic Dutch flavor! You can wander around in Kralendijk, enjoy the best dive spots in the world, or drive to the unique salt pans flanked by original slave houses. Bonaire is an amazing experience!

  • Day 3: Day sail to 'Small Curacao'
This is a fabulous day of sailing from Bonaire to the island of Klein Curacao, about 30 miles to the west. After breakfast we set sail in a broad reach (that's smooth sailing) to the uninhabited island called 'Klein Curacao'.  With a bit of luck we will meet dolphins on the way, and those who like to fish can try for a marlin or a tuna! We arrive late in the afternoon, just in time for cocktails and an always inspiring sunset. Dinner aboard.

  • Day 4: Island 'Small Curacao'
On Klein Curacao you will find pristine beaches, crystal clear waters with coral, colorful fish and with a little luck, swimming with turtles! The island has many interesting stories, illustrated with a deserted lighthouse, shipwrecks and traces of old settlements. By evening you may have the island for yourself! We anchor overnight in the protected bay and enjoy the relaxed ambiance of this special secluded place.

  • Day 5: Day sail to Curacao & Baoase
After a relaxed breakfast we complete the easy sail to Curacao to the famous private 5-start resort, Baoase. There, a private car (Mercedes with a driver/guide) is available for you to explore the intriguing features of Curacao. Visit the beaches, natural parks, famous 'Handelskade' with the floating bridge, floating market, the slave museum, or tax-free shopping in Punda. Curacao offers some fabulous architecture on the UNESCO world heritage list. We will be happy create a day package to suit your needs. In the evening you are the guest of the very best chef on Curacao at the 5-star Baoase private resort. Your dinner will be served on the private beach.

  • Day 6: Day sail south coast Curacao
Today we sail along the south coast of Curacao all the way to the very west tip called West Point. We anchor in Playa Kalki in front of the famous Kura Hurlanda resort. After cocktails at sunset, the choice is yours: A romantic last dinner aboard or ashore at the beautiful Kura Hulanda resort.

  • Day 7: Farewell
Whatever your choice was last night, we are sure you have spent a memorable week aboard Domicil. Enjoy a relaxed breakfast, one last swim and check out at any time. The Domicil crew will take you to the airport for your return to Bonaire or onwards to your international destination.




Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book DOMICIL
View Domicil's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com