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The dreamlike Tobago Cays

Asya — Fri, 15 May 2009 08:46:12 +0000

The Tobago Cays are a group of five small inhabited islands, part of the Grenadine Islands. Surrounded by Horseshoe Reef, the cays are magnetic destination for a cruise, snorkeling and diving. The Horseshoe Reef has a diameter of about two miles and the water depth averages five to twelve feet.

The Horseshoe Reef is housed huge variety of corals and tropical fishes. But the fishing, jet skiing, and anchoring dinghies are prohibited, because the wildlife is preserved by the government.

This magical place with a unique beauty is often used in movies. It was the backdrop for Johnny Depp being marooned in “Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl”.

The Cays are accessible only by yacht but there are water taxi services from the Grenadine islands.

A real gem- The Young Islind

iv — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:49:25 +0000

Young Island ResortÂ is a 5 Star luxury hideaway on a thirty-five acre island. Young Island is a delightful private resort just off the coast of St. Vincent and close by to the capital of Kingstown. The island itself looks a little like the very top of a mountain just popping its head above the water. An island where fruits, flowers, birds and fish abound.

The resort has tropical architecture, adding to the “island” experience. On the beach, where white sand eases gently into the Caribbean, there are chaise lounges and mattresses for sunbathers. Yachts and colorful power boats float nearby in a protected channel.

The resort has 29 cottage style accommodations, including 6 suites.All guests have their own private cabana, spread from the beach to the shaded pool and up the hill. All of the cottages are differently decorated, showing a different facet of the airy, Caribbean style. Services: Ceiling fan, fridge, beverage maker (in some), hair dryer, safe, no phone.

Facilities: A lovely tree-lined swimming pool, a small spa, tennis courts, and some basic water craft are available to guests.
Water skiing and scuba diving can be arranged for an extra charge.

Just off shore is The Coconut Bar, where drinks are served in fresh coconuts before the swim back to shore.
Breakfast offers such delights as flaming rum French Toast andÂ outstanding cheese omelets.

Spend your money on luxury yachts in St. Vincent and the Grenadiens

baksanir — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 21:36:46 +0000

Approximately 52 miles of coastline in an overall area of 150 square miles await the eager yachter. Saint Vincent is both the largest and northernmost island, with rocky shores to the east and valleys leading to beaches on the west. Kingstown, the capital of the area, holds the longest established yacht charter in the region Blue Lagoon is the best-protected harbor in the south of St. Vincent and offers yacht charters.Bequia is the sea-oriented Grenadine just south of St. Vincent, which has a world-renowned natural harbor of Admiralty Bay. Traditional hand-built boats are crafted on the gold sand, while the Lower Bay features swimming and a variety of watersports. Port Elizabethâ€™s waterfront is an activities center, with restaurants, bars, and craft stores.As one travels south in the Grenadines, the underinhabited island of Mayreau, with simultaneous views of both the Atlantic and the Caribbean, offers charters to the infamous Tobago Cays. The Tobago Cays are five islands and multicolored coral reef, which in total is considered to be a marine park.The Cays are well known for their superior snorkeling opportunities. There are many places to anchor in the Cays, and it can only be reached by yacht. Mountainous Union Island is the main southern yacht entrance into the Grenadines. This jewel area of the Caribbean hosts yachting year-round, with a rainy season from July through October.IF you want to sped samo money on yachts, well, they cost from 70 000 to 665 000 euro per week. The most populary and expensive yachts are called “ANNALIESSE” and “NORTHERN STAR“.
ANNALIESSE:
The Annaliesse is being built to the highest international safety and quality standards in accordance with the regulations applicable to Passenger Ships for International Voyages.
The vessel has the interior and exterior finish, furnishings and fittings of a luxury superyacht. Special attention has been paid to design, quality and safety of materials, and overall security on board. The ship is equipped to carry up to 36 passengers.
There is a business centre on board and conference space An internal LAN is provided for connection of computers and peripheral devices and a digital PBX telephone system is installed, equipped with the latest release of ISDN compatible software. The system has five satellite connections linked via an Inmarsat Ship to Earth station.
A health & fitness centre includes a Spa on the lower deck. Its amenities and d_cor are designed to rival those of a world-class spa. Facilities include saunas, steam rooms and cold plunge pools, Jacuzzis, lavatories, clothes lockers and showers.
The area will have a beauty salon and massage facilities. Also a gymnasium is fully equipped to the highest standards.

NORTHERN STAR:

Northern Star, a yacht built for pleasure, yes, but above all other considerations a vessel intended for self-sufficiency during extended voyaging on the high seas. Visitors come away with one overwhelming impression: that this vessel was designed and built by the best in the business for an experienced owner.