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Windward
Islands | Click
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Like their name suggests, the Windward
Islands border the Caribbean Sea to the
east and run between latitude 15 and latitude
12. There are many outstanding yachts
cruising these waters year round and the
fleet is supplemented during hurricane
season when many yachts migrate south
to enjoy the safe water below the storm
belt. So if you have already chartered
in the Virgin Islands, you may be able
to experience the Windward Islands with
the same yacht and crew.
The major islands in this region include
breathtaking St. Lucia with its famous
Piton Mountains, French Creole Martinique,
heavily forested St. Vincent and the spice
island of Grenada. In addition, popular
yachting destinations include Bequia (known
to sailors far and wide), Mustique, Petit
St. Vincent, Union Island and Canouan,
(chic hotspots for celebrities and the
rich and famous), the Tobago Cays (diver’s
paradise) and enchanting Carriacou (a
part of the country of Grenada).
This island chain more closely represents
the islands of the South Pacific with
lush tropical rainforests and sandy specks
of islands with one or two palm trees
being the only inhabitants. The sailing
here is a bit more exhilarating due to
the passages of open water between some
of the many key islands. Because of this,
most captains will recommend chartering
10 or more nights. Of course, a traditional
seven night charter will be memorable.
You’ll just have to return again
to experience all of the islands.
So if you love nature, hiking and exploring
rainforests and lush countryside, warm
friendly people and some adventurous sailing,
the Windward Islands await.
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