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St Vincent and the Grenadines Covid Free

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As air travel begins to open up and people are looking for a stress-free, safe, vacation experience, sailing the beautiful Caribbean is on the top of many lists. The Grenadines in particular, are some of the most idyllic and secluded islands in the world.

The Grenadines are a perfect spot to drop anchor with confidence and enjoy a safe family vacation out on the water.

St Vincent and the Grenadines are currently classed as Covid-free, a boost of confidence for sailing travelers. We we are working hard to roll out our new safety protocols and ensure that a socially distanced, private and safe vacation is available for all of our charterers.

We take you and your health very seriously and have taken every precaution to help keep you and your family safe whilst sailing with us and to give you peace of mind so you can enjoy your time out on the water to it’s fullest.

We are currently completing renovations to our front office, adjusting our systems and have updated our safety procedures with the health of our staff and charter guests at the forefront of our minds.

We are taking bookings, ensuring paperwork is done prior to arrival and have many other regulations at the base to make sure we are doing all that is possible to ensure the safety of our guests.

We have aligned our safety procedures with the current guidance of the relevant authorities including the WHO, CDC and local operating governments.

Here is the full outline of what you can expect from Barefoot Yacht Charters when you book a charter with us, including at the base on the yachts, our government protocol and what you can do to help make your sailing vacation as safe and as enjoyable as possible.

CLICK HERE FOR OUR UPDATED SAFETY MEASURES

So follow the travel protocols, ensure you and your family and friends are Covid free and come sailing in a Covid free environment.

We look forward to seeing you enjoying yourself out on the water again and indulging in all these beautiful islands have to offer.

Black Friday Bonanza

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This Black Friday, we are taking off more than just our shoes!

This offer is too good to keep a secret until Friday so we just had to let you in on what we are offering.

We want you to be able to get in now while there is availability. Indulge in the tropical trade winds, turquoise water and pristine sandy beaches in the stunning St Vincent and the Grenadines and receive PREMIUM season charters at the high season rate for all charters between December 22nd 2019 to January 3rd 2020.

In addition to this, we areoffering 10 DAYS sailing for the price of 7, at this reduced rate!

  • Check out our new Barefoot Black Friday Special
  • Receive high season rates during PREMIUM season when you book during the below dates
  • Valid for all Barefoot charters between December 22nd 2019 and January 3rd 2020
  • In addition, receive 10 DAYS sailing for the price of 7, for bookings made by November 24th

But hurry, this amazing offer is only valid on bookings made between Sunday December 22nd 2019 and Friday January 3rd 2020.

Spend your holidays immersed in sunshine and seas at the best possible price!

CLICK HERE TO ENQUIRE

 

 

Our New Fleet!

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Barefoot yachts has a new fleet for sailing the grenadines on yacht charter in the caribbean.

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St Vincent and the Grenadines – Zika Virus FREE

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The rapid spread of Zika virus through the Americas, together with the association of infection with microcephaly and Guillain-Barré syndrome, have propelled this previously ignored virus into the limelight. 

Says Professor Esper Kallas of University of San Paolo, Brazil.

What is Zika?

Zika fever is transmitted among humans by mosquito bites. It is a member of the flavivirus family, which includes the dengue virus.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention outline that “most individuals (75%) infected with Zika virus experience mild or no symptoms”. About 25% of infected people develop symptoms 2-10 days after infection in four people may develop mild flu symptoms and a light rash that can last between two and seven days.

The World Health Organisation says people affected should drink plenty of fluids, ensure they rest regularly and treat pain and fever with common medicines.

Which countries are affected?

The World Health Organization has placed travel notices for those countries experiencing the transmission of the ZIKA virus.

This list of countries currently includes the US Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, a U.S territory, Saint Martin, Barbados, Curaçao, Dominican Republic, Guadeloupe, Haiti and Jamaica. A map on the Pan American Health Organisation website is updated weekly.

Should we be concerned about Zika in St Vincent and the Grenadines?

There have been no reports of the Zika virus in the islands of St Vincent and the Grenadines, and no travel notices are issued by the World Health Organization (WHO).

If you are traveling to and from St Vincent and the Grenadines, do keep in mind that travelers who visit a country where Zika is found could still become infected if bitten by a mosquito in those areas (download our checklist to help avoid this HERE). Imported cases may result in local spread of the virus.

Prevention for Travelers

When traveling to countries where Zika virus or other viruses are spread by mosquitoes, it is important to take precaution:

  • Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants.
  • Stay in places with air conditioning or that use window and door screens to keep mosquitoes outside.
  • Sleep under a mosquito bed net if you are overseas or outside and are not able to protect yourself from mosquito bites.

We have created a special Mosquito Prevention Travel Checklist for you to download below to help you reduce your risk of mosquito bites wherever you go!

In addition, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have created a checklist for travellers which you can download directly from our checklist. We are dedicated to keeping you healthy and happy!

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We want you to experience the very best of the Grenadines with nothing to worry about except which island to which you would like to set sail :)

 

NEW Boats! SAME Paradise.

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The launch of the new Barefoot Lifestyle brings new boats along with new exciting sailing opportunities. 3 new Catamarans have arrived in the Barefoot Yacht Charters fleet.

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These boats are spacious, affordable, easy to handle, comfortable and efficient for families or groups of up to 8 guests. Click the images to see more details on each new boat in the fleet.

ISAPHIL (the Mermaid) 2014 Lagoon 38

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Isaphil (the Mermaid) is fast, easy to handle and safe, the Lagoon 38 is the most popular boat  for circumnavigations and one of the most successful production charter yachts in the world.

She is extremely well-equipped with a full suite of electronics, and her fastidious owners have also added several touches not usually found on charter yachts of this type – both hot and cold water at the deck shower; additional fresh water capacity; solar panels; and high quality upholstery.

She has a simple but efficient deck lay-out, 360 degree vision in the rounded saloon and extremely well insulated engine compartments located a good way from the living quarters. This yacht can easily be handled by just two people, but is comfortable for up to 6.

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AMARYLLIS Belize 43

Amaryllis is an extremely efficient sailing catamaran and one of the fastest in her class, easily handled by a smaller crew but with many of the amenities one might expect to find on a much larger yacht.

This Belize 43 extremely well-equipped (including air conditioning), and every navigational aspect on this yacht has been optimised – the helm station protected by a fixed plexiglass screen, access to the gangways, under-deck stowage of halyards, direct anchorage and more. Meticulous attention has been paid to each detail for greater sailing ease.

Architect Olivier Flahault has succeeded in maximising space and storage capacity making it comfortable and eminently practical for long-term cruising. The saloon has a strikingly spacious feel, and an ingenious innovation enables the seating to adapt to either a circle or square arrangement.

TIR NA NOG Lagoon 38

Tir Na Nog is a 4-cabin / 2-head catamaran providing sufficient space for up to eight guests.

The aft cabins are slightly larger than the forward ones. Two heads with showers are centrally located in each pontoon. The panoramic salon and galley connect directly with the cockpit to offer fantastic indoor-outdoor air flow.

It has a huge interior volume for a 38-footer. Add to this, a large and comfortable cockpit for lounging and dining al fresco, as well as easy transom access to the water or your dinghy, and you have the ideal yacht for larger groups or families.

Choose one of our new, premium or value line boats and come experience the best of The Barefoot Lifestyle and the turquoise waters of the Southern Caribbean on an epic sailing adventure sure to last a lifetime.

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