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What to See in Desolation Sound on a Private Yacht Charter to British Columbia

Missy Johnston2023-01-20T13:14:48-05:00

Written by Missy Johnston

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Refuge Cove, Desolation Sound

A private luxury yacht cruise from Bellingham, Washington to British Columbia will certainly be filled with its share of stunning, picturesque scenery and interesting marine life. No single spot along this itinerary is more likely to take your breath away than British Columbia’s Desolation Sound.

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What to See in Desolation Sound on a Private Yacht Charter to British ColumbiaMissy Johnston2023-01-20T13:14:48-05:00

What To See In The San Juan Islands During A Private Luxury Yacht Charter

Missy Johnston2023-01-06T15:37:55-05:00

Written by Missy Johnston

San Juan Islands, Washington State

Washington State’s northwest coast is most famous for its proximity to Vancouver Island, Canada. But you don’t need to leave American waters to immerse yourself in the wild, untamed beauty that the ocean in this area of Washington offers. The San Juan Islands, composed of nearly 400 islands, is the perfect location to enjoy a round-trip experience out of Bellingham, Washington on a luxury private yac ht charter. Here are some reasons why.

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What To See In The San Juan Islands During A Private Luxury Yacht CharterMissy Johnston2023-01-06T15:37:55-05:00

What To Do On An Alaskan Yacht Charter when Visiting Sitka

Missy Johnston2022-11-21T16:37:01-05:00

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Sitka, Alaska

An Alaskan yacht charter often includes Sitka, in a yacht charter itinerary of beautiful Alaska which is a remote and historic city. In the 1700s, before the United States purchased Alaska from what is now Russia, and Juneau became the capital city of modern-day Alaska, Sitka held that title. While most visitors have to access Sitka by plane or ferry, because of its unique position facing the Pacific Ocean from the Sitka Sound anyone that arrives by private yacht on an Alaskan crewed yacht charter will be able to walk right off the yacht when docked in Sitka into the heart of the city.

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What To Do On An Alaskan Yacht Charter when Visiting SitkaMissy Johnston2022-11-21T16:37:01-05:00

Great Things to Do on a Private Luxury Yacht Cruise to British Columbia

Missy Johnston2022-04-20T14:33:16-04:00

Written by Missy Johnston

Pacific NW British Columbia Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake, British Columbia

British Columbia, Canada is replete with majestic natural beauty. On a private yacht charter cruise starting in Bellingham, Washington to Campbell River, cruising through spectacular scenery, be sure to include the following ports and anchorages, but most of all, be sure to breathe deeply of the fresh, mountain air.

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Great Things to Do on a Private Luxury Yacht Cruise to British ColumbiaMissy Johnston2022-04-20T14:33:16-04:00

Explore The Best of Glacier Bay With Your Own Luxury Yacht Charter

Missy Johnston2021-10-22T15:57:13-04:00

Written by Missy Johnston

Glacier Bay, Alaska

Visiting Glacier Bay, AK on your own private luxury yacht charter with your own captain, chef, and crew is the best way to experience its impressive and pristinely preserved wonder. This remote area lies in the Southeast region of Alaska and is accessible only by air or boat. Glacier Bay is renowned as a marine and terrestrial wilderness sanctuary, and visitors from all over the world come to experience the solitude of this untouched area. Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, most of which can only be experienced by traveling up the 65-mile-long waterway, is the most popular attraction of Glacier Bay. This limited access makes it ideal for a private yacht charter, where you can see the park’s 11 tidewater glaciers that reach into the sea.

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Explore The Best of Glacier Bay With Your Own Luxury Yacht CharterMissy Johnston2021-10-22T15:57:13-04:00

Get the Best Views of Juneau on a Luxury Yacht Charter

Missy Johnston2021-05-01T16:50:13-04:00

Written by Missy Johnston

Juneau, Alaska Entrance by Sea

For many people, Juneau, Alaska holds a premier spot on their bucket list. The best and really only way to experience Juneau is on a luxury yacht charter, along with the rest of Alaska in true “Bucket List” style. The spectacular nature, local culture, and extraordinary views of the Last Frontier can best be seen up close, personal, and hands on aboard a private yacht charter.

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Get the Best Views of Juneau on a Luxury Yacht CharterMissy Johnston2021-05-01T16:50:13-04:00

Get Away From It All With A Luxury Private Yacht Charter In Alaska

Missy Johnston2021-02-08T10:42:14-05:00

Written by Missy Johnston

Juneau, Alaska Entrance by Sea

Looking for the ultimate escape from the crowds while still enjoying the amenities of a luxury vacation? The wilderness of Alaska is calling your name! The combination of amazing wildlife, pristine natural beauty, and unending adventure make this an unforgettable trip. But forget about a cruise ship—the best way to enjoy the natural wonders of Alaska is on a private yacht charter. A small group of your family or close friends with a crew dedicated to meeting your every need and desire serves up luxury Alaska travel up close and personal and at its finest—with total seclusion and privacy.

There is no time like the present to start planning your luxury yacht charter vacation in Alaska. We have some tips to help make this a truly memorable experience, as well as a sneak peek at what makes a private yacht charter here the most unique and breathtaking way to see the Last Frontier.

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Get Away From It All With A Luxury Private Yacht Charter In AlaskaMissy Johnston2021-02-08T10:42:14-05:00

Why You Should Make Alaska Your Next Private Yacht Charter Destination

Missy Johnston2020-09-02T23:21:45-04:00

Juneau, Alaska Entrance by Sea

The Alaskan Panhandle is an isolated part of the state, making it an excellent private getaway—and an even more private way to see it is via a private yacht charter. During the summer months, temperatures are milder than the frigid winter months, which makes it an optimal time to visit. It is best visited onboard a private yacht, in order to visit areas not easily accessible by the larger mega cruise ships. WiFi is very limited when sailing throughout the remote parts of Alaska, so this will give you a chance to truly disconnect from the world and enjoy the gorgeous scenery.

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Why You Should Make Alaska Your Next Private Yacht Charter DestinationMissy Johnston2020-09-02T23:21:45-04:00

Alaska Charter Itinerary, Juneau to Ketchikan

Missy Johnston2019-04-19T16:42:55-04:00

Sea Kayaking around Ice Floes

Charter the southern inside passage of Alaska on a crewed yacht charter to have a fabulous up front and personal experience, as part of the natural life of Alaska. Sit in pods of whales bubble net feeding, watch glaciers calve into the waters below, see bears fishing for dinner, watch frolicking harbor seals, and rambling mountain goats and moose. Visit with colonies of sea lions, sit in anchorages surrounded by Bald Eagles, fish for salmon, king crab, shrimp and halibut, and hike through virgin forests. Alaska is a fabulous yacht charter destination unlike any other, and a private yacht charter on a yacht smaller than a mini cruise ship, is the way to be right smack dab in the middle of all that Alaska has to offer.

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Alaska Charter Itinerary, Juneau to KetchikanMissy Johnston2019-04-19T16:42:55-04:00

ALASKA: SITKA to JUNEAU

Missy Johnston2018-10-28T19:55:57-04:00

Sitka, Alaska

Arrive on board, unpack and rest before taking a walking tour of Sitka. Its natural beauty and history make Sitka one of the most interesting of the Alaskan southeastern towns. Walk to the Sheldon Jackson Museum to view Tlingit and Aleut artifacts. Continue to the Visitors Center at the Sitka National Historical Park to see more native artifacts and an impressive collection of totem poles. Take some time to shop in the gift and specialty shops for native and Russian-influenced modern arts and crafts.

Depart Sitka after breakfast, cruising through Olga and Neva Straits. This is a great location to fish for salmon, by either trolling from the yacht or from the ship’s tender, along the way to Kalinan Bay, north of Salisbury Sound, to anchor for the evening.

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ALASKA: SITKA to JUNEAUMissy Johnston2018-10-28T19:55:57-04:00