FAQ

Answers to our most frequently asked questions.

Where do we fly to?

Your BVI cruise can start and end in St. Thomas, start and end in the BVI, start in St. Thomas and end in the BVI or start in the BVI and end in St. Thomas. Available airports are: Cyril E. King in St. Thomas, Beef Island in Tortola , Virgin Gorda Airport and, in high season (November to March) there are seaplanes landing in North Sound, Virgin Gorda, coming from St. Thomas. We highly recommend this option for the best way to start your BVI cruise. Starting in North Sound and ending in St.

Thomas will give you the advantage of mostly downwind sailing and the possibility of visiting the largest number of islands. We will pick you up in our dinghy and you can start enjoying the beautiful water immediately.
Which islands will we visit?

Please see our experience page for more info.
Where will we meet the boat?

Our preferred ports of embarkation and drop off are:

Yacht Haven Grande Marina, St. Thomas.
Soper’s Hole, West End, Tortola.
Trellis Bay, Beef Island.
Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbour, Virgin Gorda.

If you wish to visit Anegada during your cruise, we highly recommend that you start or end your cruise in Virgin Gorda.

Contact us for more details.
Should we bring cash, do they take US dollars?

Local currency is the US $. Most establishments in the islands accept credit cards but frequently there can be power and/or network outages that limit their ability to process electronic payments.

It is convenient to bring with you enough cash to cover any additional expenses you might incur on. Feel free to ask you crew for details.
What is the allowed maximum number of guests?

Six.
Is there a half board option?

Yes, there are different plans. Please contact us and we will be glad to send you a personalized quote.
Do you offer charters of less than a week?

Yes. A minimum of five days is recommended in order for you to get to visit the most important islands. Please contact us and we will be glad to send you a personalized quote.

Captain Byron and Dianne,

Our first sailing experience was amazing. Suspect a second to follow! Thank you for making us part of your family and adding some “Bostonian” to your boat! The islands are beautiful, the food was amazing, and the captain is most gracious and sets a mean table!

Tim, Linda, Dick, Maureen, and Lisa

Thank you!
August 2018
Dear captain Byron and chef Dianne,

Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality and your in providing my family with such an exceptional adventure. It has been my desire to get my family out on the water sailing for sometime now, and to be able to share that time on Sea Chateau made it extra special. Dianne, thank you for being the gracious host that you are! Your meals filled us up as did your smile, your conversations and your warm welcome. Byron, your sailing expertise was clear to see before we left the dock. You gave us the adventure go being on the high seas without feeling the slightest bit of concern. You made my family feel safe, secure, and special. As a dad and husband I can’t thank you enough, sir, you were always there always ready. It was a pleasure to sail with you. God speed!

Frank, Rhonda, Ryan, and Sammy

Duffy’s
July 2018
For our first sailing experience, it was amazing! The food was just wonderful. We enjoyed how you two are living the dream!

Renaie and Joe
May 2018
Byron and Dianne,

Thank you so much for a beautiful experience. Everything was much more than we expected. All the best to you in your adventures in life.

General Wayne and Melinda
May 2018
Byron and Dianne,

Thank you so much for the best time we’ve ever had! The food, the tours, the family feel was wonderful! We wish the very best for yo both and we would love to sail with you guys again!

Sabrina, Brooke, Lynne, Travis, Mike, and Dean
May 2018
We fell in love with you and the Sea Chateau this week. We are a forever changed family because of this experience. You showed us what it looks like to live a dream. Thank you!

Jill, Kelly, Willow, and Saylor
April 2018
“We truly enjoyed every minute! Thank you! For making our first charter so special and memorable. All the best to you! Can’t thank you both enough for your hospitality. You guys are easy company. Can’t wait until we see you again.”

The Belcher’s
April 2018
So glad we did this trip! The sea turtles were just an added “perk” to the amazing views, food, and fun! We will never forget our time aboard the Sea Chateau. You two are simply wonderful. We loved the sailing and making of wonderful memories! #underselloverdeliver :)”

The Seaman’s
March 2018
“Thank you for guiding, protecting, and feeding us this past 7 days! You will always be a very fond memory to us, much love and success for the future. “

Gary and Vickie
January 2017
“Our group had complicated dietary restrictions and Dianne accommodated them flawlessly. Barend’s knowledge of the BVI and his willingness to customize our trip such as letting us stay later than planned at an island was truly appreciated.”

Sharon and Tom
January 2017

FAQ

Thank you!

Duffy’s

Renaie and Joe

General Wayne and Melinda

Sabrina, Brooke, Lynne, Travis, Mike, and Dean

Jill, Kelly, Willow, and Saylor

The Belcher’s

The Seaman’s

Gary and Vickie

Sharon and Tom