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Yacht Charter Guide to Marlborough Sounds Wineries

Missy Johnston2020-11-07T15:00:23-05:00

Written by Missy Johnston

Marlborough Sound

The Marlborough Sounds area of New Zealand includes Queen Charlotte Sound, Kenpuru, and Pelorus Sounds. With more than 900 miles of coastline offering gorgeous views of lush green mountains, the waters contain numerous quiet coves and bays waiting to be explored on a private yacht charter trip. It would be easy to spend weeks here, with something new to see and do each and every day.

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Yacht Charter Guide to Marlborough Sounds WineriesMissy Johnston2020-11-07T15:00:23-05:00

Yacht Charter Heaven in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands

Missy Johnston2020-12-02T12:52:35-05:00

Written by Missy Johnston

Bay of Islands New Zealand

The New Zealand Bay of Islands is the perfect yachting destination for any ocean-lover. Filled with white sandy beaches, tall towering trees, and luscious green hills that can be seen for miles, this is a yacht charter location where you will have no trouble relaxing. Once considered the colonial heart of New Zealand, the tiny towns that fill the islands will give you a look into the history and culture of the country. Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds near Paihia to see where New Zealand’s modern history began or visit the towns of Russel and Kerikeri to get a taste of the once British Colony.

Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Bay of Islands

The Bay of Islands Maritime Park is definitely a “must-see” while you’re here. This stretch of 144 islands are home to crystal-clear waters, dolphins, and whales. Many choose to travel north of Auckland simply to visit the Maritime Park. Around the towns of Russell and Paihia, enjoy sea kayaking tours, swim in private coves, and snorkel or scuba dive for an up-close view of the diverse marine life. You can also tour Cape Brett and the bay’s Hole in the Rock formation—a very popular destination on the islands.

Yacht Charter Heaven in New Zealand’s Bay of IslandsMissy Johnston2020-12-02T12:52:35-05:00

Travel by Private Yacht Charter to the Most Romantic Place on Earth

Missy Johnston2020-12-02T12:53:37-05:00

Written by Missy Johnston

Aerial of Heart Reef, Great Barrier Reef, Australia

What is the most romantic spot on Earth, you ask? A top contender can be found Down Under in the Great Barrier Reef. The Heart Reef is perfectly shaped to match the name; private yacht charter travelers will be instantly charmed by this tiny reef outcrop and its romantic appearance. Not to mention the blindingly white sand, lush greenery, and deep blue ocean (where snorkelers and scuba divers can see some of the world’s most spectacular sea life). Bring your special someone here to see the Heart Reef from the air on a private helicopter ride!

Great Barrier Reef

Traveling by private yacht to Australia and New Zealand is an experience like none other. Follow this Insider Guide to see more special spots. We recommend staying to see the rest of the Whitsundays, and then heading to the wineries of South Island.

Travel by Private Yacht Charter to the Most Romantic Place on EarthMissy Johnston2020-12-02T12:53:37-05:00

Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand, Yacht Charter and Green Lipped Mussels

Missy Johnston2020-12-02T12:54:29-05:00

Written by Missy Johnston

New Zealand – Freshly Harvested Green Lipped Mussels

In the Marlborough Sounds, located on the northern end of South Island, New Zealand cruise on a private yacht charter and gorge on the New Zealand Green Lipped Mussels that not only have an outstanding taste, but are rumored to offer great health benefits. And what could be better than cruising in the lovely green Marlborough Sounds eating (more…)

Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand, Yacht Charter and Green Lipped MusselsMissy Johnston2020-12-02T12:54:29-05:00

Charter New Zealand; Cruise Marlborough Wine Country

Missy Johnston2020-12-02T12:55:09-05:00

Written by Missy Johnston

Marlborough Sound, New Zealand – Mistletoe Bay

On the north end of the southern island in New Zealand are the cruising waters of the Marlborough Sounds, the shores of which are home to a number of excellent New Zealand wineries, producing superb world class boutique wines. Encompassing Queen Charlotte Sound, Kenpuru and Pelorus Sounds, the Marlborough Sounds area of New Zealand is an extensive body of water that floods up river valleys for spectacular scenery of mountainous green fingers of land extending into blue waters. With over 1500 kilometers of coastline along these fingers of land, you could cruise this area of coves and anchorages for weeks of constant new discoveries. And the same local conditions of low rainfall during the summer, lush green hills, and abundant sunshine that make the Marlborough Sounds a lovely cruising area; on shore, make this countryside the perfect grape growing area producing world class premier wines.

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Charter New Zealand; Cruise Marlborough Wine CountryMissy Johnston2020-12-02T12:55:09-05:00

Yacht Charter Australia; Explore the Great Barrier Reef

Missy Johnston2020-12-02T12:56:18-05:00

Written by Missy Johnston

Great Barrier Reef

Located off of the eastern coast of Queensland, Australia, in the Coral Sea, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world, and an outstanding crewed yacht charter location both for experienced divers and the casual snorkeler.

Today, much of the Great Barrier Reef is protected as a natural park, and in 1981 was named a World Heritage Site. Crewed yacht charter is allowed with park permits and cruising on a crewed charter yacht is one of the best ways to see and privately explore this exciting and diverse eco area.

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Yacht Charter Australia; Explore the Great Barrier ReefMissy Johnston2020-12-02T12:56:18-05:00