50' Beneteau
50' Beneteau
A yacht of pure luxury with a
bias towards fun and adventure
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ser·en·dip·i·ty
n.[a Persian tale The Three Princes of Serendip] an apparent aptitude
for making accidental fortunate discoveries.
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A Performance sailing vessel offering exceptional comfort, quality
cuisine and close contact with the beauty of the British Virgin Islands' natural
environment. Ideal for 2-3 Couples! Itineraries tailored to suit your requirements!
Sailing: Experienced sailors can charter "captain-only" - and are encouraged to
participate fully in all aspects of sailing the vessel. Novice sailors can sit back and
relax or are welcome to become involved in handling the vessel. Sailing instruction is
given.
Snorkeling: Your captain is an
avid snorkeler and will introduce you to a variety of reefs all accessible from quiet
anchorages. It is an activity learned easily by even the timid. It is rare when the
pleasure of the Coral Reefs is not the highlight of the vacation.
Walks: From most of the anchorages there is access
ashore to quiet roads and trails. We can lead you to hilltops with stunning views, along
endless pristine beaches, past salt ponds and historical markers. You'll observe the
vegetation of remnant rain forests and dry tropical forests. There are orchids and
bromeliads, wild frangipani scenting the air and spectacular flowering century plants
attracting Hummingbirds and Bumble Bees.
Turtles: a dawn walk along a beach may show the
nesting activity of a turtle or the tiny tracks of newly hatched babies heading for the
sea. All beach and in-water observations are recorded and used for turtle research
studies.
Bird Watching
:Dinghy by Brown Pelican rookeries or sail close by the cliffs where
the Red Billed Tropic Birds nest in the winter. Watch for Osprey, Magnificent
Frigate birds, Brown Boobies, and several species of terns. Ashore there are Bananaquits,
Hummingbirds, and Turtle Doves ( for which Tortola is named), and on the salt ponds a
variety of wading birds. At Flamingo Pond on Anegada, flamingos have recently been
re-established.
Whales: From January through April we watch for the humpback Whales - here to bred
and give birth
Your Captain - Trish Baily
Your Captain: Trish Bailey, from Tasmania, Australia has spent over 20 years
living and working on sailing vessels. She has been a charter chef in both the Med. &
the Caribbean waters & has captained charter vessels in the BVI waters since 1988.
Trish has cruised extensively on her own vessel in the
North and South Atlantic, and crewed on sailing and fishing vessels in some areas of the
Pacific & Australia. She oversaw the refit of Serendipity in 1993 and has been captain
since.
Her extensive sailing and high seas experience, both
cruising and in the charter industry, her experience as both charter chef and captain, and
her intimate knowledge of the BVI enable her to enhance your vacation while sailing on Serendipity.
In 1980 Trish cruised extensively in the North and South Atlantic on her 38' wooden ketch LICOLE.
The cruise took her via the Azores to Portugal, Spain,
Morocco, Canaries, West Africa, the coast of Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina.
Trish has also traveled extensively on land in Europe and North, South and Central
America. Returning to the BVI in 1988, she began sharing her chartering and
eco-sailing experience with guests.
In 1993 she oversaw the refit of SERENDIPITY, and has been the Captain since.
Her Interests: Backpacking, bird watching, snorkeling and reef ecology, reading,
photography, and ethnic cooking.
She is fluent in Spanish.
Recommendation: "All
three couples greatly appreciated your attention to details of shipboard comfort and
cuisine, and especially your willingness to lead us on expeditions up hills and through
reefs and your wonderful sense of humor. If someone is looking for a personally guided
underwater tour of the best reefs in the BVI, they should sign on with you. . ."
"The food, snorkeling and sailing were beyond our wildest expectations. . ."
Trish is joined with a professionally trained chef as the second crew member
to insure your culinary delights.
Speaking of Tastes
Click Here for a Sampling of
Serendipity's Superb Menu
Equipment & Toys
TV/VCR
CD & Cassette Player Stereo
Games
15' Hard Bottom Inflatable W/40Hp Motor
Fishing & Snorkel Gear
1 Floating Sun Mat
Hammock
Underwater Flashlights For Night Snorkeling
Kayak available on request
Sailing & Navigational Casual Instruction Available
 Rendezvous Only
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