Nothing like floating in the crystal clear water while @afterirmaband is playing!
#xmascove #lagooncatamaran #charterharder #usvirginislands
Someone was happy to see us!
#dolphin #STX #buckislandstcroix #charterharder
One of the most bad ass dives we’ve explored together.
It’s been on our bucket list ever since I began diving 2 years ago. We tried to dive it once before but the conditions were absolutely not working for us - a steady north swell with maybe 5 foot visibility. And we stay steadily busy with chartering.
But this time was gold ✨ And with the help of the owners of the boat we work for, we were able to make it happen.
The best part was the lack of beta - we discovered the arches and tunnels on our own. It was beyond thrilling
Feel like going wakebi=oarding but don't wanna get your hair wet? We've got just the thing!
Feel like going wakeboarding but don't wanna get your hair wet? We've got just the thing!
A beautiful reflection from one of our guests. Hopefully this will help get you through the wait before your next trip with us. If you haven't booked yet, contact your favourite broker and come and see what "blue mind" is all about!
"To friends of Island Hoppin'
Not sure who said it but the phrase "the lower the latitude the better my attitude" rings true to my ears.
Our recent adventure together on Island Hoppin brought clarity, great joy, happiness and humor to life. I reflect on the incredible beauty and rhythm of the ocean and how it simplifies life, un-conflicted and not complicated. Clear memories of sipping morning joe on the Flybridge , taking in the expansive sea as the waves lap the sandy shores where dense jungle climbs the rocky accent. Swimming in the warm clear waters, gazing at colorful fishes and coral. The amazing food, drink and group entertainment. The wind filling the sails, gliding through the water while the Balleyhoo spins and darts off the wave-tops.
I recently read an article in Boat Magazine; This is Your Mind on a Boat. It discussed the mental state of being on the water. They refer to it as Blue Mind. They found that just looking at the water can trigger feelings of wellness, compassion, empathy and happiness. We experience slower breathing, reduced heart rate and lower skin temperature. Blue mind takes us from our prefrontal cortex , responsible for things like planning and decision-making, to our default mode network, when we're thinking about others or ourselves and not specific tasks. The sound of water increases blood flow to the brain, inducing relaxation and a feeling of wellness. On or around water our stress hormones dip. Time on the water helps you un-plug from technology where there is less noise, fewer voices and less stimulation. The minutia of life is decreased. We get back our bandwidth that we can use for other things. The benefits of being on the water are magnified if you enjoy the sea with those close t
We got lucky with some dolphins this morning! After circling the boat they went to check out our neighbours.
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#dolphins
#britishvirginislands
#lagoon
#charteryacht
#dji
Anegada or bust! 4th of July sailing adventures with our buddies from Kelea Sailing and our ,18 strong, group of guests!
Yesterday morning's dive on The Aquarium really delivered! All in all we saw 8 Nurse sharks, about 20 lobster and loads of fish, including schools of grunts and snapper! Come dive with us!
#BVI
#SCUBA
#gopro
#charterharder
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