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Guides, itineraries, and the Virgin Islands, well-told.

Charter planning, USVI travel insights, and stories from aboard Stella Blue — written like you'd hear them on the back deck at sunset.

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Featured · USVI Term Charters

What Is a Caribbean Term Charter?

A plain-English guide to multi-night, fully-crewed yacht charters in the Caribbean — and why couples and small groups love them.

02 · USVI Term Charters · 8 min read

USVI Term Charter Guide: What to Expect Aboard a Crewed Catamaran

From boarding to disembarking — a day-by-day look at what life looks like on a Virgin Islands term charter.

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03 · St. John Boat Trips · 5 min read

St. John Boat Trips vs. Multi-Night Term Charters: Which Is Right for You?

Half-day, full-day, or multi-night? A clear comparison to help you choose the right Virgin Islands experience.

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04 · Luxury Catamaran Travel · 5 min read

Why Couples Choose Private Luxury Catamaran Charters in the Virgin Islands

Privacy, refinement, and owner-operated hospitality — what makes a private catamaran the most romantic way to see the USVI.

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05 · Charter Planning Tips · 4 min read

What to Pack for a USVI Sailing Charter

Soft-sided bags, reef-safe sunscreen, light layers — and a few surprises that always come in handy onboard.

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06 · Virgin Islands Itineraries · 7 min read

A Sample St. John and St. Thomas Sailing Itinerary

Christmas Cove, Pizza Pi, the starfish flats, Lime Out, and the sunset anchorages we love most.

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07 · Land & Sea Experience · 5 min read

The Land & Sea Experience: A Different Way to Vacation in St. John

Yacht and villa, water and hillside — why blending the two creates the most memorable Caribbean week.

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08 · Food & Drink Aboard · 5 min read

Luxury Catamaran Charter Food: What You Can Expect Aboard Stella Blue

Fresh, flexible, and elevated — a look at the kind of dining that happens between anchorages.

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