Another Fabulous Dream Experience on SeaDream Yacht Club
I recently returned from an 8-day luxury yachting voyage onboard SeaDream II, visiting several small ports throughout the Caribbean. Having now cruised over 30 times on numerous cruise lines I can say unequivocally that this was one of the best cruises I’ve ever experienced. The atmosphere on a small ship is intimate and relaxed; the service is highly personalized. It’s much different than sailing on a large cruise ship. I had fabulous travel partners for this incredible journey and the people we went with and those we met onboard ship, both among passengers and crew, were fantastic and made the voyage another truly memorable experience.
SeaDream offers great value when all included items and high quality of amenities, food and service are considered. On our voyage there were 102 passengers and 93 crew members. Talk about outstanding service; this was truly a dream experience.
SeaDream yachting is different from big ship cruising. Unlike cruises, passengers are pampered by SeaDream’s award–winning service and cuisine. You can be as active or as relaxed as you want to be while experiencing the ultimate in luxury, privacy and personalization.
SeaDream visits the intimate yachting playgrounds, harbors and ports where large cruise ships cannot go. April – November in Europe and the Mediterranean and November – April, in the Caribbean.
“It’s yachting, not cruising” and you may never want to go on a cruise ship again.
Below is the itinerary for my recent adventure.
| Day | Date | Port | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 01/06/12 | San Juan, US | 2:00 PM | -Embarkation |
| 01/06/12 | San Juan, US | 7:00 PM | ||
| Saturday | 01/07/12 | Fajardo Bay, US | 9:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 01/08/12 | Culebrita, Puerto Rico | 8:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 01/08/12 | Culebra, Puerto Rico | 2:00 PM | 7:00 PM | |
| Monday | 01/9/12 | Cruz Bay, St John, USVI | 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 01/10/12 | Virgin Gorda, BVI | 10:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 01/11/12 | Jost Van Dyke, B.V.I. | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 01/12/12 | Saba, Netherland Antilles | 8:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
| 01/12/12 | Gustavia, St Barts, FWI | 5:00 PM | ||
| Friday | 01/13/12 | Gustavia, St Barts, FWI | 6:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 01/14/12 | Marigot, St Martin, FWI | 8:00 AM | -Dock |
The inclusive nature of the yachting voyage offered by SeaDream Yacht Club provides great value to passengers, many (more than half) of which were repeat travelers on SeaDream. The price includes 5-star service and cuisine, liquor (there is also a private stock that can be purchased), use of the many water toys kept aboard ship (mountain bikes are also available), light entertainment, fitness center, etc.
We had wonderful weather throughout the trip, though it was breezy one night when we were eating topside. Passengers enjoyed participating in the many water sports, island tours, and fabulous private champagne and caviar splash beach party on Jost Van Dyke. There was plenty for all to do, even if the choice was to remain onboard the yacht and take advantage of all that is provided for the passengers. This trip was supposed to be a “spa” vacation for me; filled with gym and pool workouts, spa treatments, reading and relaxing in the warm Caribbean sun, and dining with family and special friends. Unfortunately, I sprained my ankle three days into the trip and was forced to spend the rest of the trip relaxing. Besides that small mishap, a wonderful yachting experience was had by all.
Imagine sleeping under the stars on one of the available Balinese beds. We arranged a slumber party for a group of ten for our overnight stay in St. Barts Thursday night but rain kept us inside. One night we enjoyed watching Adele in Concert on the pool deck. What a glorious and fun evening was had by all under the stars. Pure heaven.
Below are some highlights of the surprises passengers received on the voyage while a SeaDream guest:
- Champagne and fresh flowers on arrival.
- Bathroom amenities from Paris, Bvlgari, ahhhhh.
- High quality musical concerts and recently released movies available on the TV in passenger cabins; options changed daily.
- Nightly reminders about the next days scheduled activities and appointments passengers have scheduled.
- Nightly treats –
- SeaDream Pajamas (to keep) embroidered with name w/note from the Executive Hotel Manager.
- A single red rose w/note from the Cabin Steward.
- SeaDream tin with mints.
- Chocolate covered strawberries w/note from the pastry chef.
- Two chocolate truffles w/note from Pastry Chef.
- Special Tea Forte (Oolong) w/note from Executive Chef.
- Post cards of SeaDream Yacht Club to share with friends & family w/note from the management team.
Activities Equipment:
Golf Simulator – Mountain Bikes – Personal Watercraft (PWC) – Kayaks – Sailboat – Zodiac motor boats – Water skis and wake boards – Snorkel gear – Hammocks – Balinese Dream Beds – Card Room – IPods.
All Staterooms Contain:
An Ocean View, a multi-jet shower massage and Bvlgari bath products; the finest Belgian linens and bedding; a flat screen TV, DVD, and CD player; a dataport providing in-room access to e-mail; 24-hour room service; a personal refreshment bar; and your own personalized yacht stationery.
Facilities:
Fully air-conditioned - Individual stateroom thermostats – SOLAS 2005 Fire Safety Standards – Fire Safety Standards – Medical Facility – Open Seating Dining – indoor & al fresco – 24-hour Stateroom service – Electric current 110/220 AC – Elevator (Decks 2-5) – Complete Thai certified Spa (Massage rooms / Steam Shower / Sauna) – Fitness Center with ocean views – Outdoor private massage areas – Outdoor whirlpool – Outdoor pool – Water Sports Marina – Direct-dial telephones – Casino – Blackjack/Poker – Beauty Salon – Laundry/dry cleaning – Library with computers – SeaDream boutique.
Yachting sounds dreamy, doesn’t it? For some travelers, it is just the right product. Does it sound like a good fit for you? If so, contact pat@incrediblejoourney.net to book your dream luxury yachting experience to the Caribbean, Europe, or the Mediterranean today; toll free 877-439-1629. Remember, “It’s yachting, not cruising”
