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⛵ Ready to take the trip of a lifetime? I write a twice monthly, free newsletter with planning ideas for your next yacht charter trip: insider destination guides, sailing itineraries, and the latest news.

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⛵ Emilia's top picks from the Virgin Island Yacht Shows

Hi Reader, Emilia here with some fresh impressions straight from the BVI and USVI yacht shows—literally just two weeks old. I spent days stepping aboard yachts, meeting crews, and capturing insights you won’t find in any brochure. And for your weekend reading, I’ve pulled together the standouts—the yachts that genuinely rose above the rest. Whether you're planning your first charter or your tenth, think of this as a quick hit of inspiration for wherever your next trip takes you. These are the...

Hi Reader, Let me take you somewhere special today. Somewhere flat as a pancake, fringed uninterrupted pink sand beaches, rimmed in impossible shades of turquoise, and humming with that slow, sweet rhythm you only find far from the crowds. Anegada. Spectacular pink sand beaches await A frequent question I get from BVI guests — crewed and bareboat alike — is: “Should we go to Anegada?” And my answer is almost always an unequivocal yes. It’s one of my favorite places in all of the Virgin...

Hi Reader, I'm just back from an incredible week at the USVI and BVI charter yacht shows. The Yacht Warriors team spent the days catching up with familiar faces, meeting standout new crews, and stepping aboard more than 100 yachts to see what’s new for the 2025–2026 season. Check out this quick recap reel on my Instagram to check in on some of the past week's action! There’s always a bit shifting beneath the surface in this industry—and trust me, this year was no exception. If you’re...

Hi Reader, As of this morning, the Yacht Warriors team is en route to the Virgin Islands for one of our favorite times of the year—the fall Charter Yacht Shows in the USVI and BVI. Over the next week, we’ll be walking the docks, touring yachts, meeting crews, and getting a firsthand look at what’s new and noteworthy in the world of luxury and adventure charters. Yachts on display at last year's show at Nanny Cay, BVI Why the Charter Shows Matter These shows are a cornerstone of the yachting...

Hi Reader, The countdown has begun — the end of hurricane season is near, and the Caribbean is calling. Crews are back aboard and the first early guests of the season are already popping Champagne on the aft deck. 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. Long Bay Virgin Gorda, and the Seal Dogs in the distance where a charter yacht recently grounded But first — a quick note you might have...

Hi Reader, Well, we did it. After 15 years of island hopping, late-night rum punches, and whisper-quiet anchorages, we finally pulled off something entirely new: our first kids charter. Two families. Four kids (ages 5, 8, 9, and 11). Six nights. One unforgettable Exumas adventure. We planned treasure hunts, chased nurse sharks through mangrove creeks, and watched the wonder of the islands light up through younger eyes. Here's our Top 5 moments from the week that reminded us what this...

Hi Reader, Alright friends, it’s time to get excited. Next week, I’m heading back to my all-time favorite cruising ground: the Exuma island chain in the Bahamas. But this trip has a twist! It’s our first-ever kids charter—and yeah, we’re bringing the little pirates along for the ride (2x families with kids ages 5, 8, 9, 11). We’re trading late-night rum punches for treasure hunts and mangrove safaris (okay, still some rum punches too). I cannot wait to build some core memories with the next...

Hi Reader, If you’re thinking about chartering in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI), or both — there are some important changes you need to know before you book. Starting June 1, 2025, new regulations are taking effect that limit how yachts can move between the BVI and USVI, how long they can stay, and how many pickups or drop-offs they can do in each territory. These rules don’t just affect charter companies. They impact your itinerary, your flexibility, and...

Hi Reader, Ever wonder what a Yacht Warriors charter actually looks like? I’m pulling back the curtain to share a few standout trips from guests who’ve set sail with the Yacht Warriors this spring—where they went, what made it magical, and the yachts that delivered the experience of a lifetime. Whether you’re planning your very first charter or already dreaming up number five, let these real stories spark your next escape. But first…every great trip needs a great playlist. If you’re heading...

Hi Reader, Just a couple of quick updates for you today—one from across the pond and another from the turquoise waters of the Bahamas. 🏛️ Live from the East Med Multihull Show in Greece Emilia is boots-on-deck this week in Poros, Greece for the East Med Multihull Show, where she's touring stunning fully crewed charter yachts available across Greece and the Mediterranean. She’s been posting stories and walkthroughs on our Instagram, so follow along for a behind-the-scenes peek. She just...