Northrop & Johnson Worldwide Yacht Charters
In this issue...
Featured Yacht: A Closer Look at Golden Times
The Latest News: Carlolyn Titus at the St. Barth's Bucket
Gourmet Cuisine: A Sample from the Chef

Office Update

February 2009:   

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Follow us on Twitter or join our network on Facebook.  It is all about the latest and most informative quality information we can provide about crewed yacht charter. 
 
If you would like more information,  please do not hesitate to contact us today!  
ITALY 
 
8 day Itinerary
 
Day One: Join your yacht at noon in Ostia, 15 minutes by taxi from Rome's Fuimicino Airport. Settle in before departing for Ponza, part of the Pontine Islands, and explore the quaint fishing village surrounding the harbor.

Day Two: Steam up the coast of Ponza past the many grottos, and across to the uninhabited island of Palmarola, within sight of Ponza.  Have dinner on the top deck under a canopy of stars.

Day Three: Cruise to Ventotene to see the ancient Roman Harbor dug out of the side of the island. Take the ship's tender over to San Stefano, dominated by an abandoned prison, built by Ferdinand IV.

Day Four: Leave for Ischia in the morning, a volcanic spa island with many sulfur springs and medicinal bathing areas, including "Thermal Gardens" with multiple pools.

Day Five: Depart for Sorrento after breakfast for a day tour with private guide of Pompeii. On the way, explore the charming town and the countryside noted for its lemon orchards.
 
Day Six: Spend the next day exploring the extraordinary beauty of Capri, with the Blue Grotto, and many shops displaying crafts to couture.
 
Day Seven: In the morning cruise to the Amalfi Coast.  Explore Amalfi and visit the Cathedral.  Take a taxi to Ravello for lunch with spectacular views of the coast.  Don't leave before visiting Positano, one of the most romantic villages in Italy.
 
Day Eight: In the morning cruise to Naples for the end of your cruise of Bellisimo Italia.
Contact Information
Office: 401-848-5540
 
Toll Free: 800-868-5913
 
 
 
26 Coddington Wharf
Newport, Rhode Island 02895
About Northrop and Johnson
 
For over 50 years, Northrop and Johnson Worldwide Yacht Charters has arranged custom, luxury, crewed yacht charters all over the world. We are a full service charter brokerage firm with an unwavering and uncompromised commitment of service to our clients.
E-Newsletter, March 2009
 
 
 
  
Bellisimo........Italia!
 

 
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CINQUE TERRE
 
 
From the northern Ligurian coastline to the Aeolian Islands and Sicily, cruising along the western coast of Italy has something for everyone.  Lovely Portofino, the Cinque Terre, the Tuscan Islands, Argentario Peninsula, the Pontine Islands, Rome, Ischia, Capri, the Amalfi Coast, the Aeolian Islands, and Sicily; all are summer cruising locations to enjoy bellisimo Italia.  Fly into Genoa for Portofino, and the Cinque Terre.  Fly into Rome for the Argentario Peninsula, the Tuscan Islands and the Pontine Islands.  Fly into Naples for Ischia, Capri and the Amalfi Coast.  And fly into Sicily to cruise this island and the Aeolian Islands.  Motor yacht or sailing yacht, there are great itineraries for either and many great crewed charter yachts to choose from for this coming summer.  Brush up on your Italian, and set your sights for an Italian yacht charter vacation this coming summer.    
 
At Northrop and Johnson Yacht Charters we have full information on every worldwide yacht charter location, just an email, or phone call away.  Toll Free: (800)-868-5913 or (401)-848-5540.
 
Please inquire for more charter information in any worldwide location of interest.

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Featured Yacht  

GOLDEN TIMES

Great charter discount of over 25% offered on the charter price of this yacht for two more months when chartered in the Caribbean.  
 
Special Discounted Charter Rate:
Now $24,500/week for 6 ppl with reduction
 
Description:
Year Built: 2001
Builder: Hargrave
Length: 94'
Cabins: 3
Crew: 4
 
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100' SWAN VIRAGO

The Latest News: 


After spearheading the opening of the Northrop and Johnson Yacht Charter's Swan Division for performance chartering, Carolyn Titus went to the Heineken Regatta in St. Martin, having been involved in this regatta almost since inception. Over the years, Carolyn has organized a number of yachts for charter that have won or placed in the Heineken Regatta.

Carolyn Titus is now at the St. Barths Bucket Regatta, an annual regatta for large sailing yachts, where Carolyn is racing on the 100' Swan Virago, which this office offers for charter.

Carolyn Titus and Missy Johnston are preparing to travel for the annual industry charter shows for the opening of the Mediterranean charter season in May.

More information on that to follow in Twitter, Facebook and future newsletters and email.

 Gourmet Cuisine Feature

Champagne 
 
The pride of any Chef on board a crewed charter yacht is the quality of their food, the presentation, and menu.  Following is a suggested menu from Chef Brian Donohue, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, now making guests very happy on Titan IVX, the 114' Motorsailor accommodating 10 guests in pampered luxury and style in the Caribbean in the winter and in New England in the summer.
 
BREAKFASTS:
Eggs Benedict with Freshly Smoked Salmon, Light Hollandaise
Buttermilk Pancakes with Warm Apple Chutney, Cinnamon Whipped Cream
French Toast with Raisin Bread, Fresh Berries Drizzled with Maple Syrup
 
LUNCHES:
Sauteed Scallops, Wild Mushroom Polenta, Confit Shallots, Hericot Verts
Cold Tomato Cucumber Soup with Mini Grilled Cheese Paninis
Grilled Honey-Miso Glazed Salmon, Ginger Mushrooms and Baby Bok Choy
Arugula Salad, Poached Pear, Cambezola Cheese, Spiced Walnuts, Raspberry Vinaigrette

 
HOR'S D'OEUVRES:
Yuzu infused Sweet Shrimp Ceviche
Sesame and Scallion Shrimp Toast with Hoisin Sauce
Home Smoked Salmon Canapés with Capers and Shallot
Charred Tomato Bruschetta
Roasted Prosciutto wrapped Asparagus with oven dried Tomato Coulis
Mini Chevre Soufflés

DINNER:
 
Option One:
Warm Watercress and Duck Confit Salad, Seared Pineapple, Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Banana leaf Roasted Mackerel, Grilled Fennel Ratatouille
Panda Panna Cotta
 
Option Two:

Lemongrass infused Risotto, Poached Scallops, Spring Ramps
Braised Pork, Cassoulet of White Beans, and Apricot Chutney
Chocolate Filled Beignets with Raspberry Sauce, Green Tea Ice Cream
 
Option Three:

Spinach Salad, Chamomile Raisins, Garbanzo Beans, Lemon Tahini Dressing
Soft Poached Cod, Roasted Yellow Beets, Garlic Braised Spinach,
Apple and Almond Tart with Cinnamon Ice Cream
 
Option Four:

Bib Lettuce, Cashews, Cucumbers, tossed in Red Miso Vinaigrette
Seared Cannon of Lamb, Boulanger Potatoes, Mushroom Ragout
Flourless Chocolate Cake
 
Option Five:

Green Papaya Salad, Peanuts, Pickled Green Beans, Thai Vinnaigrette
Seared Duck Magret, Autumn Vegetables, and Mango Compote
Banana Caramel Bread Pudding
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