What Makes "Sailing in the New Year" Epic! When was the last time you spent a week sailing on your very own, luxury sailing yacht?  Yeah, we thought you'd say that... The powdery white sand beaches, lush green mountains, and secluded anchorages of the British Virgin Islands will make you want to stay in this paradise forever! Foxy's "Old Year's Night" is renowned world-wide for ringing in the New Year, and we'll be part of the biggest, 2 day celebration in the Caribbean! The freedom of our "loose" itinerary really gives you the opportunity to explore the islands the way you want to see them.  Be active, be romantic, or just relax.  Everything, from snorkeling gear to rum runners are included on this once in a lifetime sailing adventure! All you have to do is make the memories!

Itinerary

Sailing in the New Year has no “set,” itinerary. On this adventure, we’ll keep a loose sailing schedule that will take us around the islands. The daily activities are really up to you. We’ve picked the boats, we’ve picked the location, and now it’s your turn to choose the next adventure! This is the spirit of Sailing In the New Year! Our captain knows all there is to know about the British Virgin Islands, from all the best stretches of sands, to snorkeling and diving spots, and even night life! We’ll provide you with guidelines and suggestions, but the decision is up to you. This is YOUR Epic Adventure!

This is an example of what your Epic Adventure through the British Virgin Islands could look like:

Day 1 (Dec. 27): Fly from JFK to St. Thomas. We’ll take a 45 minute ferry ride from St. Thomas to West End, Tortola and then a short transfer to Garden Marina where our 45 foot, luxury Catamarans Cat will be waiting for us. You’ll be given a tour of the yacht and then its on to cocktails, dinner and a sunset cruise!

Day 2 (Dec. 28): A short sail across the sheltered Sir Frances Drake Channel, brings you to the beauty and splendor of the British Virgin Islands, both above and below the surface, at The Caves on Norman Island. Jump in the water and start snorkeling in what seems like an aquarium, teaming with thousands of the most exotically colorful fish imaginable. Believe it or not, actual pirate treasures have been found here! A five minute motor around the headland brings us into "The Bight" on Norman Island, home of the famous "William Thornton", a floating bar and restaurant known to many as the "Willy T’s.” Time to get this party started! This is one BVI spot that you’ll be telling people about for years to come!

Day 3 (Dec. 29): Freshly brewed coffee, a wonderful breakfast and a plunge off the back deck is the start to our sail along the coast of Peter Island, past Dead Chest Atoll and into Salt Island, all in protected, calm waters. Salt Island is the graveyard for the R.M.S Rhone which sunk off its Eastern point with all on board in 1896. This is one of the most famous wrecks in the world for scuba divers to explore. For those who are qualified, a Dive Master will accompany you for this unforgettable experience! Non-divers will have the memorable opportunity to snorkel over the stern section or take a walk around the shoreline in search of buried treasure. Next we sail to The Baths at Virgin Gorda. Walk through the batholitic granite caves and formations to Devil's Bay where your crew will meet you with a refreshing, packed cooler and your snorkel gear. We enjoy lunch back on the boat and then off we go for an hour's sail up the spectacular coast of Virgin Gorda and The Bitter End Yacht Club. Go ashore after dinner and take in a typical BVI evening with your favorite Rum Punch and Steel Drum Band.

Day 4 (Dec. 30): Today we hoist all the sails and run out our fishing lines for a two hour cruise to the flat coral-sand island of Anegada with its endless white beaches. Feel the "talcum powder" under your feet while you stroll along the deserted beach. Tonight you’ll have the opportunity of dining ashore. The prolific lobster population of this Island ensures a lobster meal second to none. Choose your lobster and watch it sizzle on the beach BBQ in front of the Anegada Reef Hotel or select a meal from the specials of the evening.

Day 5 (Dec. 31 - NYE): Out with the old, and in with the new! Wake up fresh and prepare yourself the most unique New Year’s celebration on the planet! After coffee, we move to Monkey Point on Guana Island for breakfast. A snorkel around the unusual coral outcrops will reveal some marine creatures not often encountered. Make sure you bring your underwater camera! Lunch is at a unique little Islet off the Island of Jost van Dyke. With a good coverage of shade and a few palm trees, walk around this Island in just five minutes and snorkel the surrounding coral reef. Its nearly happy hour time, which means we need to start getting ready for the world famous NYE party at Foxy's! Pin up a garment of clothing with your name written on it in Foxy's bar to join the many hundreds from all over the world! This is perhaps the most famous party in all of the Caribbean. Watch as the yachts fill the harbor, as you bring in the New Year with style!

Day 6 (Jan. 1): White Bay, just around the corner from Foxy's, is a spectacular strip of white sand fringed with coconut palms. Put your dollars into you pocket and swim ashore to the Soggy Dollar Bar, where the original "Painkiller" cocktail was conceived. We spend a leisurely day here before returning to Tortola, checking in at the famous Soppers Hole. This is the last night where you will dine ashore and enjoy late evening entertainment. Enjoy the quiet beaches, take a surfing lesson, and without questions, make sure you stop at Bomba’s Surfside Shack!

Day 7 (Jan. 2): After breakfast, we take a short cruise to soak up our last bit of BVI sun. Joyful memories and newly made friends, we wish everyone farewell until your next, Epic Adventure....

Logistics

This is an “All-Inclusive” catamaran sailing adventure taking place in the British Virgin Islands on the dates of December 27, 2010 - January 2, 2011. You’ll be sailing, snorkeling, beaching, partying, relaxing, and if you choose, scuba diving, your way through spectacular British Islands. More specifically the islands of Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, Anegada, Salt Island, Beef Island, and Peter Islands.

Adventure Price: $4399
Adventure Dates: December 27, 2010 - January 2, 2011
Adventure Length: 7 Days / 6 Nights

Getting Here: We’ll meet at JFK on morning of December 27th, for our flight to St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands. From St. Thomas we’ll take a 45 minute ferry ride to West End, Tortola.

Getting Around: Your home and mode of transportation for this seven day, six night adventure is the Lagoon 440 catamaran.

The Lagoon 440 Catamaran: It’s been called revolutionary, innovative, comfortable, spacious, simply brilliant! I think you get where we’re going with this! The design team of Marc Van Peteghem and Vincent Lauriot Prévost thought of everything on this luxury, sailing machine. A fly bridge that offers spectacular views while sailing, openable portholes in each cabin to allow for a night time breeze, air conditioning, and an overall well thought out design making movement though out the vessel hassle free!

Lagoon 440 Specifications:
Length 44’ 8”
Beam 25’ 2”
Draft 4’ 3”
Displacement 23,483lbs
Rig: Sloop
Keel: Skegs
Engines: 2 x 53 hp
Fuel: 170 Gals.
Water: 240 Gals.
Cabins: 4 + 2 single crew cabins
Heads: 4
Showers: 4 + FW Deck Shower
Sail Area: 1,236 Sq. Ft.

Accommodations: The Lagoon 440 catamaran comfortably sleeps 8 guests in four double occupancy rooms, each with it’s own private bathroom. Single occupancy rates are available upon request and are subject to availability.

Cabin Details:
- Standing Headroom 6’ 8”
- Queen size bed
- 2 Drawers
- 110 power outlet
- 2 hanging cabinets
- Ceiling lights
- Bookshelf
- 2 reading lights
- 1 opening deck hatch
- 1 large hull window
- 1 opening port hole

Bath Details:
- Standing Headroom: 6’ 8”
- Full Size Marine Toilet
- Mirror
-110 power outlet
- Wash basin with mixer tap/shower
- Storage locker above mirror
- Ceiling lights and mirror lights
- 1 opening deck hatch
- Shower grating

Meals: 4 dinners, 6 lunches, and 6 breakfasts are include and prepared for you by our chef aboard the yacht. That’s all meals except for two dinners! Our mouthwatering menu has been set in advance with a wide variety of meals, however we do ask that you notify us well in advance of any allergies or special dietary requirements and the crew will accommodate your request. There are two nights when dining is ashore on your own or as a group. These meals are not included in the cost of this adventure.

Alcohol: This is an “All-Inclusive” sailing adventure which means all the beer, wine and booze you consume on board is INCLUDED in the price! That’s right, no adding up your bar tab at the end of this vacation!!! The only thing you have to worry about is what type of tropical concoction you’re going to be sipping on next! Of course we will be stopping at a few island hot spots along the way that are not included in the price such as, “The Soggy Dollar Bar,” "Willy T’s,” and “Foxy’s!”

The Adventure: Your Tour Leaders will meet you at JFK airport and fly with you to the Island of St. Thomas, in the U.S. Virgin Islands. After a short cab ride and a 45 minute ferry, we’ll board our luxury catamarans to begin our Adventure! This trip is different than most other vacations provided by us. While we have supplied you with an itinerary, it’s important to remember that this is just a sample, and each days events and where we sail to will be determined by the crew...you! Your week can be as active or relaxed as you choose. Each of our destinations features fantastic locations for snorkeling, sea kayaking and exploring. Your charter will be equipped with all the necessary gear for you to participate in these activities and more.

What’s Included:
Roundtrip Airfare
Lodging/Room in Catamaran
All gourmet meals, except for one dinner (4 dinners, 6 lunches, 6 breakfasts)
Snorkel gear
Sea Kayaks
Bath and Beach Towels
Tax

What’s Not:
Travel insurance
Medical care or any medical expenses
Scuba Diving
Items of personal nature
Premium Alcohol
Gratuity for catamaran staff
Single supplement