What should I bring?
You'll spend your days in bathing suits
and casual wear, shorts, t-shirts and polos and you'll need sunglasses. Most of the time, you won't wear shoes at
all while on board, but you will need a pair of deck shoes or sandals to wear on shore. In winter a sweatshirt or sweater
is advisable. No hard lugage please, foldable/collapsible bags are best. We provide all the towels and linens that you'll
need onboard. You may want to bring your own beach towels.
What
travel documents are required?
All visitors need to bring a passport.
What
time can we board?
Boarding time is 2 pm. but can be adjusted depending on your arrival time
What is our itinerary?
For each 7 day period, the Charter includes the first
and last night in a Marina. Extra Marina stops can be arranged if guests wish and all associated charges (marina fees,
shore power, etc.,) will be passed on to guests accordingly. For guests wishing to enjoy the benefits of night-time
air-conditioning, staying at a Marina is a necessity.
Do we actually sail?
Yes, as often as the wind blows in the right direction. The best time for sailing is from October to April. During the
period from May to September there is less wind. We are always delighted if our guests wish to participate in handling the
boat under sail and we will be pleased to instruct if you are interested. Or you can just lay back and relax in the
sun!
What are the meals like?
We can serve three meals a
day, as well as snacks and fresh fruits, but trips are quoted on 7 breakfast 4 lunch and 3 dinners. If you prefer to
eat more meals on the boat we can provide a quote for that. Fresh fish or lobster is also served, in season. Most meals
served will be a combination of local and international cuisine and each party will be asked to complete Sea Devil’s
“Preference Form” so that we can tailor the meals on board to the tastes of your group. A selection of beverages
is always on hand, from soft drinks and a wide selection of liquors. For you meals out the crew will be happy
to let you know the best places to eat. See food and drink for sample menu and beer, wine, and specialty drinks.
Can I fish?
Yes, - all fishing gear is provided free of charge.
How much spending money do I need?
Spending money for an evening ashore
(drinks, souvenirs) and crew gratuity. The currency in the Virgins is the dollar.
What is the recommended gratuity?
The live-aboard business is a service industry - few other
recreational activities rely so heavily upon the professionals in charge for your enjoyment and safety. Besides being at the
mercy of Mother Nature, the quality of your experience is based on the people who provide it. The crew are multi-talented
and each does several jobs on board. They cook meals, wash dishes, clean heads and cabins, perform engineering duties, and
navigate the seas. We strongly believe that gratuities should be voluntary and based upon the quality of the service the crew
provides. If you are disappointed with the service, you should inform the Captain of your feelings and leave no more gratuity
than you feel is right, the accepted norm for the live-aboard business being 10%-20%. The gratuity can be given to the Captain
at the end of the week. But don't wait to tell them if something is wrong right away, so they can fix it.
Can I snorkel?
Yes, anytime the boat is anchored. Mask, fins, and snorkel
are all provided, free of charge.
Will I see sharks?
Most
of our guests will see sharks. Typically, we see Caribbean Reef Sharks and Nurse Sharks. Some sites are frequented by greater
numbers of sharks while others are less populated by sharks.
Do
you have a DVD Player?
Yes, we have a 22" flat screen with DVD player, stereo system and CD player.
We also have Direct-TV for any rainy nights
Do you have any local hotel packages?
These can be arranged on request.
What are your terms and conditions?
These can be emailed to you
