BVI Charter News Digest — October 31, 2026
· 4 min read
The latest news from BVI charter companies over the past two weeks, summarised. Follow the links to read each full article on the company's own website.
Virgin Charter Yachts
Yacht Charter Etiquette: What to Wear, Tip and Expect
Good yacht charter etiquette comes down to a few habits. Take your shoes off, treat the crew as professionals, tell them what you want instead of expecting them to guess, keep out of crew-only spaces, and tip at the end of a crewed charter. Pack soft bags and smart-casual clothes.
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Power Catamaran Fuel Consumption: Real Burn Rates and BVI Costs
A cruising power catamaran typically burns somewhere between 9 and 25 US gallons per hour, depending on its size, engines and above all your speed.
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Lagoon 46 Review: Specs, Handling and Real-World Verdict
The Lagoon 46 is a roomy, comfortable cruising catamaran that puts the helm on the flybridge and the family in a big, connected cockpit and saloon. It is a good boat for owners and charter groups who value space over speed.
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Aquila 44 Review: Ride, Range, Cost and Charter Fit
The Aquila 44 is a roomy, stable three-cabin power catamaran that cruises comfortably at mid-teens to high-teens speeds and trades outright pace for space and a soft ride.
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Rash Guard vs Wetsuit: Which to Wear in Warm Water
Caribbean waters average 78°F to 82°F year-round, making full wetsuits unnecessary for most charter guests. A rash guard protects against sun exposure and reef chafing, while a lightweight shorty wetsuit is best reserved for deeper scuba dives.
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BVI Power Catamaran vs Motor Yacht: What’s the Difference?
Power catamarans offer wider living beams, shallow drafts for secluded anchorages, and lower fuel burn than traditional monohull motor yachts. Motor yachts deliver classic styling, but catamarans maximize stability and deck space in the BVI.
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Best Power Catamaran for a First-Time BVI Charter
First-time power charterers often prioritize maneuverability, clear helm visibility, and simple docking systems. Models in the 36- to 44-foot range offer a balanced footprint for BVI mooring fields, with hired captain options available.
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Norman Island by Yacht: Moorings, Caves, Snorkeling and Dining
Norman Island at the southern edge of the Sir Francis Drake Channel features sheltered overnight moorings in The Bight. Highlights include snorkeling the sea caves at Treasure Point, exploring The Indians, and dining at Pirate’s Bight or the Willy T.
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North Sound, Virgin Gorda by Yacht: Where to Stay and What to Do
Virgin Gorda’s North Sound is one of the premier protected anchorages in the Caribbean, with mooring fields at Bitter End Yacht Club, Saba Rock, and Leverick Bay. It offers protected waters for water sports, dining, and provisioning.
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The Baths by Yacht: Best Way to Visit on a BVI Charter
Visiting The Baths from a yacht requires daytime National Parks moorings off Devil’s Bay or Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbour. The article compares morning versus afternoon timing to dodge crowds and notes dinghy landing protocols.
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The Catamaran Company
The BVI Ranks Third Among Caribbean and Atlantic Islands
The British Virgin Islands placed third among Caribbean and Atlantic islands in a 2026 ranking from the U.S. edition of Condé Nast Traveler. The article highlights the ranking in the context of exploring the BVI with The Catamaran Company.
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The BVI Celebrates a Top 10 Island Honor
The British Virgin Islands earned a place among the Top 10 Caribbean and Atlantic islands. The article presents the recognition alongside an invitation to explore the destination with The Catamaran Company.
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Peter Island Resort Ranks Fourth in the Caribbean
Peter Island Resort ranked fourth on the list of the top 40 resorts in the Caribbean islands in Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Readers' Choice Awards. The ranking appeared in the magazine's U.S. edition.
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Why Winter Is Prime Time for a BVI Catamaran Charter
The article presents winter as a prime season for a catamaran charter in the British Virgin Islands. It focuses on December through February and describes winter as a long-anticipated period for visiting the islands.