CAUTION: the last place available in COMFORT LINE is for a WOMAN.
"Become a citizen of a floating village where everybody has one ABSOLUTE purpose. Welcome on board ABSOLUTE DISCOVERY "!
This season we have selected wonderful itineraries paying the utmost attention to the locations to guarantee the right mix of fun, relaxation and breathtaking scenery. All the details have been refined by our on-site staff who have tested services, boats, routes and anchorages to make your experience truly special. On board the ABSOLUTE DISCOVERY you can enjoy a holiday exploring the Southern Caribbean, where you can relax and discover the turquoise waters of the islands of the Grenadine archipelago. Ten days are waiting for you on sailing catamarans of 12/14 meters with skipper, beautiful islands to explore and pristine bays that will make your New Year unforgettable. Here are the highlights of the cruise ABSOLUTE DISCOVERY Caribbean:
who participates: girls (ages 27 to 45);
where to sail: Grenadine Islands;
mood: sailing / discovery / culture / visits on the ground;
expected participants: 30;
By registering by October 31, 2018, you can reserve your seat on board the ABSOLUTE DISCOVERY Caribbean by paying an advance of only € 350 when you register and pay by November 19, 2018 . For all registrations received after October 31st, the payment must be made in a single solution. If you wish to pay with advance and balance contact the Customer Care of Sailsquare on 02 9475 2565 or via the online form here.
ITINERARY: After almost twenty years of sailing in the most beautiful seas of the Caribbean between the British Virgin Islands, Antigua, Guadeloupe and the Grenadines we have selected for you the best boats for a unique cruise. The departure is scheduled for December 27th with return on January 6th. The navigation will begin in Martinique, a French outpost where you will refuel, you will adapt to tropical temperatures and wander for a wonderful "night" navigation to the Grenadine Islands. You will greet the 2018 on board the hulls with a gala dinner and a "floating" party, a midnight swim in a water at 32 ° C. The first of the year will be dedicated to relaxation and the discovery of the coral reefs of Petit Tabac, night in the bay on the nearby Mayerau, a pearl of the Creole culture where you can taste excellent local dishes washed down with rum. After a few days of coral reefs you can explain the sails towards the North East to Mustique, the most glamorous island in the Caribbean, with villas and lawns. The last day will be dedicated to relaxation, baths and visits to the fascinating colonial ruins of Pigeon Island, a night out in St. Anne in Martinique before the landing on 6 January morning.
PROGRAM OF THE DAYS Boarding and disembarkation will take place in Martinique in order to avoid unnecessary additional costs for internal flights. The itinerary will therefore allow you to go "against the current" compared to the many fleets that populate the Caribbean on New Year's Eve and to enjoy the islands in total solitude and relaxation:
December 27 > boarding the hulls in the evening at the port of Le Marin - Martinique;
December 28 > day dedicated to check-in operations, galley, first baths and "night" departure to the Grenadine Islands. Plankton and flying fish will accompany us to Sandy Island, a strip of sand where you can start snorkeling and explore the coral reefs. (125 Nm, about 18 hours of navigation);
December 29 > arrival at Union Island in the early morning, breakfast and customs, navigation on Petit St. Vincent and evening in the harbor (7 Nm, about an hour of navigation);
December 30th > baths and lunch on the sandy tongue of Mophion, we will head to the private island where we will be able to have dinner cradled in the hammocks of a beautiful bar by the sea. Evening at anchor In the Tobago Cays (7 Nm, about 1.5 hours of navigation);
31 December > relaxation at the Tobago Cays, a natural swimming pool of 6 square kilometers enclosed between three islets, baths on the coral reefs of Baradal and Petit Bateaux awaiting the New Year's dinner (0 hours of navigation);
January 01 > baths on the coral reefs of the Island of Petit Tabac and night in the bay in Mayerau, a small and friendly island with one of the most colorful villages of the archipelago (8 Nm, about 1.5 hours of navigation);
02 January > navigation at dawn on Mustique (24 Nm, about 5 hours of navigation) and day discovering the most glamorous island of the Caribbean, evening on the island;
03 January > navigation on Bequia, baths, relaxation, visit to the village and aperitif on the beach (9 Nm, about 2 hours of navigation), night in the harbor;
04 January > navigation at dawn on St. Vincent (22 Nm, about 3.5 hours of navigation), baths and breakfast on the black beach of Rutland Vale, set of filming of "Pirates of Caribbean". Restart for the island of St. Lucia (38 Nm, about 6 hours of navigation) night among the mangroves of Marigot Bay;
05 January > Pigeon Island baths and lunch and Martinique sailing in the late afternoon (24 Nm, 4 hours), night on the road in St. Anne;
06 January > landing in the morning and check-out operations.
* the program is indicative and may undergo some variations due to adverse weather conditions. The distance is expressed in nautical miles and the navigation time is estimated.
** travel times have been calculated in relation to the average cruising speed of the hulls in optimal weather conditions.
We recommend that you read all the additional info in the "More Information" section at the bottom of the experience page .
The skippers making this flotilla happen
DaleSail .46Male
Gian G.43Male
Luca D.40Male
Luciano L.57Male
Check out the crew!
Antonio C.56Male
Giacomo G.44Male
Marco P.36Male
Barbara B.47Female
Antonella P.51
Francesca B.44
Marzia P.55
Marzia G.44
Riccardo A.41
Enrico Maria L.50Male
Malin G.29Female
Maria Elena U.43
Manuela G.42Female
Matteo A.33Male
Sara F.45
Alessandro G.37
Eusebio V.45Male
Sara C.44Female
Vittoria Z.37Female
Elena P.41
Daniela C.45Female
Gaia C.42
Gianluca P.55
Lorenzo B.52Male
Matteo D.39Male
Francesca N.46Female
Elena M.43Female
Niccolò R.50
Emilio A.41Male
Fabiana L.35
Andrea V.50Male
Ilaria SQ Female
Boarding class
Several boarding classes are available for this holiday. Choose the one that best suits your wishes for this experience!
Prestige Line
Comfort Line
Our itinerary
Our trip starts here
Le Marin, Martinica
Thursday 27 December from 18:00
until Thursday 27 December at 23:00
Our trip ends here
Le Marin, Martinica
Sunday 6 January from 9:00
until Sunday 6 January at 10:00
One of the most beautiful holidays of my life. Amazing location, brand new catamaran, fantastic crew, captain prepared and present.
I suggest everyone to do this experience (Catamaran to the Caribbean) at least once in a lifetime.. then let's see who can stop ????
Super holiday above expectations! It was my first boat holiday and I must say that everything was perfect. Skipper absolutely prepared, harmony with the crew right away, crazy places, lots of fun and relaxation! Maybe the first navigation a bit long, but it was worth it and was rewarded by the rest of the holiday. What can I say, to be repeated on other destinations!
Top holiday!
Balanced itinerary with a few days of longer navigation but most are short trips that allow you to see different landscapes and live in full Caribbean style.
The skipper as well as flotilla leader super prepared and attentive in the management of the crew and the fleet.
The crew was nice and fun from the beginning.
Immediately close-knit, practically like a family.
Highly recommend to everyone!
Paradise!
Great choice the trip was very nice the company that was a pleasant holiday The only note a bit 'negative the trips quite long, for the rest it was all a pleasant discovery
Giammy at the helm is a guarantee of safety and even in this wonderful holiday he was the perfect Captain: prepared, fun, available, ready to satisfy our desires always respecting the safety of all. On the top, I recognize the great merit of having put together a crew that immediately was close-knit and in perfect harmony. During a holiday of this type the boat becomes your world and having like-minded people around makes the difference.
Excellent organization, nice itinerary and atmosphere. My luck a crew of wonderful people with whom I would also blame tomorrow, but only and only if ... captained by our Francesco Passalacqua, skipper of great experience who accompanied us on a journey of friendship and fun to which I give 10 as a vote ... with the heart.
MICHELA ASCIONE
I must congratulate Andrea, because he managed every single situation to the fullest, he pampered every single person of the crew, worrying about the state of these same, not missing for even a moment the serenity and smile, which in my opinion, are fundamental for such an experience.
Experience in navigation, nothing to say, in addition to the undoubted experience, has transmitted a security that, especially for those like me who are at the first experience, is fundamental.
Congratulations.
Of course you'll have to put up with me next time too!
First experience in Flotillas.
Dynamic and fun environment, perfect for enjoying sea, sailing and new friends.
Spectacular crew and skipper (Francesco Passalacqua) mythical.
Experience to be repeated absolutely.
Absolutely fantastic holiday. Great organization, perfect mix of sea, navigation and fun! Skippers all very competent and focused on making the experience unforgettable for everyone. You made it happen!!! Thank you.
Fantastic holiday, definitely to be repeated! Great organization, lots of fun and super competent skipper! Highly recommended to anyone who wants to disconnect from the daily routine to live an unforgettable experience between sea, nature and top company! You are number one!
A holiday born without thinking about it, with a great desire for carefreeness, the result was above expectations. Female crew very complicit among them, a spectacular skipper, they allowed laughter and emotions that I will remember over time!! Good wind
For me it was the first experience in the cabin and I can only say: AMAZING! saltiness on 24 hours a day, only smiles, new friendships, great and well-prepared skippers who gave me a great sense of team, crystal clear waters, beach parties at sunset, very detailed organization to ensure pure fun, wild nature, exciting departures at dawn. In short, absolutely to be redone, keep it up, you are mythical!
First experience in flotilla.. Superb! Wonderful itinerary, wonderful travel companions and the number one skipper, Francesco Passalacqua!! He allowed us to visit pristine coves, to sail during the crossings and he always made himself very reliable and responsible in the management of the boat. With him we always felt safe! His sympathy and his great desire to entertain us was the setting for an unforgettable holiday! Special thanks to my wonderful crewmates, Michela, Paolo, Silvia, Dino, Valentina, Lorenzo, Luigi, to all the wonderful boys and girls of the whole flotilla, really beautiful, and of course to our unique and irreplaceable Francesco!
Everything perfect, an unforgettable holiday by the sea, joy and beautiful people. Highly recommended for those who love the sea and want to have fun. Definitely to be redone.
If you've never had a boat vacation you do not have to worry. The technical level required is not high, the navigation we have planned is also suitable for inexperienced people and the skippers on board will be happy to teach you all the tricks of the trade to make you confident in any situation.
BOATS AND CREWS
The hulls available to the crews have been selected by our staff, newly built boats with 4 cabins able to accommodate 8 people + staff. You can participate with your friends and request to be accommodated on the same hull (subject to availability of seats) or register on boats with individual boarding. You do not have to worry about anything, all the crews are composed paying great attention to the homogeneity of the age of the group and to the right relationship between men / women on board.
BOARDING CLASSES AND PARTICIPATION FEES
- "PRESTIGE LINE" SHOOTING ON BOARDS: the ABSOLUTE DISCOVERY cruise participation fee is € 1,590 per person for boarding the "Prestige Line" series, 39/41 feet hulls with 4 cabins and 2 bathrooms. For bookings received by October 12, the fee is reduced to € 1,490 per person. - "COMFORT LINE" SHOOTING ON BOARDS: the ABSOLUTE DISCOVERY cruise fee is € 1,790 per person for boarding the "Confort Line" range, 45 feet hulls with 4 cabins and 4 bathrooms. For bookings received by October 12th the quota is discounted to € 1,690 per person .
The fee includes : - registration for the ABSOLUTE DISCOVERY Caribbean holiday for the period of the cruise - accommodation in a double cabin - skipper on board - the quota of practical management including personal injury insurance and loss of baggage (see below the paragraph "Water Tribe insurance").
The fee does NOT include : - the obligatory Starter Pack: € 80 per person to be paid for boarding (see the "on-board services" section below); - the security deposit of the hull (€ 500 / € 700 per person to be left with pre-authorization of a credit card, issued at the end of the holiday in the absence of damage); - the galley (to be done on site); - transport on the basis of embarkation / disembarkation of Le Martin - Martinique; - all when not expressly included in the participation fee.
PAYMENT AND DISCOUNT :
By registering by October 31, 2018, you can reserve your seat on board the ABSOLUTE DISCOVERY Caribbean by paying an advance of only € 350 when you register and pay by November 19, 2018 . If you wish to pay with advance and balance contact the Customer Care of Sailsquare on 02 9475 2565 or via the online form here.
"ON BOARD SERVICES"
We have combined the extra expenses of the hull to avoid disbursements during the holiday and make you live your days and nights in costume without worries, the board will require the Starter Pack (the only mandatory service to be paid at the gate) of 80 € per person the entire boarding period, the package includes: - the final cleaning of the boat; - sheets and towels for each person; - the rental of the outboard motor and of the tender (inflatable boat) for - boarding / landing from the ground; - a reintegration of gas cylinders and consumables;
TRANSFERS ON BOARDING BASIS / LANDING
The basis of embarkation and disembarkation of the ABSOLUTE DISCOVERY fleet will be the port of Le Marin of Martinique. Martinique airport is connected to major European cities with daily flights. From Italy it is possible to fly with Air France, Alitalia, British Airways and Paris with Corsair and Air Caraibes.
Below is an example of a flight operated by Air France:
- Outward : departure on 27 December from Milan Linate with Air France flight at 07:00, arrival in Paris CDG at 08:35. With the next transfer to the Paris Orly airport by coincidence at 13:15 always with Air France and arrival in Martinique at 17:00. - Return : departure on 6 January from Martinique with Air France at 10.10 pm, arrival in Paris Orly at 11:30 am on 7 January. Transfer to Paris CDG, departure at 5:05 pm always with Air France and arrival at Milan Linate at 6:35 pm on Monday 7 January.
WATER TRIBE INSURANCE
Personal insurance> Water Tribe has activated more insurance protection for your holiday on a sailing boat. In the (compulsory) management fee, the Filo Diretto health care insurance is included, which assures you of possible medical assistance, reimbursement of medical expenses incurred while traveling and damage to baggage (download the details of the assistance policy on the website at address: here ). You will also have the option to optionally sign an insurance policy on cancellation of the trip at a cost of 4.8% of the total value (eg € 1.490 for boarding fee> € 72 insurance). Download the cancellation policy details here .
As long as the Experience is Not Confirmed, you can cancel your reservation at any time and receive a refund of the amount paid.
If the Experience is Confirmed, you can cancel your reservation up to 30 days before departure and receive a full refund.
If available for the selected Experience, you can choose our Extended Refund Terms and cancel your booking at any time up to the departure, and receive a refund of the paid amount, upon the occurrence of certain conditions (illness, including Covid-19, work-related reason, domestic emergency, previous medical conditions and many more).
What's included
Knowing what expenses are included and excluded from your booking fee will enable you to have a good idea of the total cost of your chosen experience.
Included in the price.
Boat
Skipper
To be paid onboard.
In addition to the price, there will be some additional expenses that you will incur during your trip. Expenses have been listed below.
Meals onboard
Meals/drinks consumed ashore
Fuel
Trip from and to embarkment/disembarkment port
Mooring fees
Drinks onboard
Starter Pack - 80€ a persona (vedi la voce "Altre info" per i dettagli)
The estimated expenses for the rest of the holiday are approximately > 300€ per person.
