ONBOARD takes a look at the resorts, agents, support services and regions you need to know when cruising the Caribbean waters this coming season
TAMARIND HILLS
Tamarind Hills Resort and Villas is a luxury resort on the Caribbean Island of Antigua. The resort is perched on an ocean-front bluff between the white sands of Darkwood and Ffryes Beaches, with Ffryes ranked among the world’s top 50 beaches. The south-west coast location offers calm tranquil waters, panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea and stunning sunsets. Guests can choose from an elegant collection of 55 luxury properties – one bedroom studios, two and three bedroom suites, and ocean front villas. Tamarind Hills offers a variety of ocean-front and in-room dining options, 24-hour reception, personalised concierge assistance, and an extensive range of wellness and other activities. Whether for a romantic escape, a family holiday or a private retreat, Tamarind Hills offers an unparalleled setting of sophistication and tranquility. Tamarind Hills Resort and Villas Antigua is also an approved development and approved business investment under the Citizenship by Investment Program (CIP) of Antigua and Barbuda.
www.tamarindhills.com
DOCKSIDE MANAGEMENT
Your Trusted Caribbean Yacht Support. Since 1996, Dockside Management has been the trusted partner for yacht captains and owners across the Caribbean. With offices in St. Maarten, St. Barths, and newly launched in Puerto Rico as a joint venture with American Yacht Agents, Dockside handles customs and immigration clearance, provisioning, technical referrals, travel logistics, and VIP services with speed, discretion and precision. Guided by values of ingenuity, excellence, efficiency, discretion, and transparency, Dockside builds long-term trust with captains, crew and owners. Dockside Management delivers Caribbean support that’s reliable, discreet, and rooted in local expertise, making each port visit seamless and stress-free for the entire crew.
www.docksidemanagement.net
INTERNATIONAL MARINE MANAGEMENT
International Marine Management (IMM) delivers full-service refit and technical support across the Caribbean and beyond. In Guadeloupe, they operate a 700-ton floating dock with deep-water berthing The skilled and experienced team covers rigging, composite works, welding, painting, teak, and all systems. In Puerto Rico, the 2,000-ton floating dock and upcoming 200m covered graving dock will set new benchmarks for global refit capacity. In St. Maarten, dedicated project managers optimise every maintenance period for maximum efficiency. With IMM A.WAY, they bring bespoke refit solutions directly to you. So even though your vessel might be in Brazil or in California, you can contract IMM A.WAY and benefit from a single fixed quote, comprehensive insurance, as well as IMM’s outstanding project management, ensuring top quality and on-time delivery.
www.imm-yachting.com
SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT
From Europe to paradise: let Sevenstar take you there. As summer winds down in Europe, many yacht owners are preparing for the great migration across the Atlantic. Starting in September, the journey to the Caribbean begins, seeking tropical islands, warm waters and new adventures. While some may brave the crossing themselves, many opt for the safer, smarter choice: Sevenstar Yacht Transport. Owning a yacht is the ultimate symbol of freedom, but long-distance cruising comes with challenges. Sevenstar simplifies the process, offering safe, cost-effective transport backed by over 40 years of experience. The global fleet of 140 company-owned vessels ensures your yacht arrives in perfect condition. Sevenstar offer scheduled sailings from Northern Europe to the USA East Coast and onward to the Caribbean, as well as routes from the Mediterranean and a direct line from La Rochelle to Pointe-à-Pitre. Flexibility is what they’re known for. The clients range from blue water cruisers chasing the sun, to sport fishers getting to the next big catch, and to racing teams heading for their next start line. As the European race season wraps up with the Rolex Middle Sea Race, the teams are already preparing yachts for the Caribbean circuit, including the RORC Caribbean 600. Whether you’re managing a charter, planning a winter escape, or gearing up for a regatta, Sevenstar will get your yacht wherever you are or want to go.
www.sevenstar-yacht-transport.com
FKG MARINE
Your Caribbean technical specialists. Founded in the mid-1980s, FKG Marine has grown from a small container operation into the Caribbean’s leading partner for rigging, fabrication and hydraulics. Based in Cole Bay, St. Maarten, the team of over 40 skilled technicians delivers precision work across masts, rigging, dock lines, custom fabrication, hull repairs, exhaust and pipework, tanks, and underwater running gear. FKG excels in hydraulic systems, mechanical troubleshooting, certified load testing and tender servicing, including Suzuki outboards. With hands-on expertise, deep technical knowledge and a client-focused approach, FKG ensures vessels are maintained to the highest standards, reliably, efficiently and with care. FKG’s relationship with their sister company IMM means FKG clients benefit from IMM’s project management services and sub-contractors where needed. Finally, FKG’s long-standing relationship with companies such as Harken round off the company’s service offering, making them a true one-stop-shop for all things maritime.
www.fkgmarine.com
OWEN DOYLE PROVISIONERS
ODP operates within 2200 square feet of combined freezer and refrigerated space in Delray Beach, Florida. By stocking hundreds of gourmet items and partnering with multiple vendors, ODP can meet any provisioning requirements throughout the Americas, Caribbean and Bahamian waters. Managing partner, Chef Owen Doyle, and his 32 years of yachting industry and international provisioning experience, has created a highly regarded personal provisioning service. Attention to detail and overall understanding of the challenges yacht chefs face, ODP can provide their clients unmatched customer service.
www.odp.co
PURE GRENADA
Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique are premier yachting destinations in the southern Caribbean, offering essential services alongside breathtaking natural beauty. From the moment you arrive, you’ll find a wide range of reliable support, provisioning, fuel, repairs, haul-out services and efficient customs clearance, all delivered by experienced professionals who understand the needs of cruising vessels. But it’s what lies beyond the services that makes this destination unforgettable. Grenada boasts some of the Caribbean’s most pristine beaches, including stretches of soft white sand and calm turquoise bays ideal for swimming, snorkeling or simply relaxing after a day at sea. Carriacou, with its quiet charm, offers secluded coves, unspoiled shorelines and crystal-clear waters perfect for anchoring in peace. Yacht visitors can also explore vibrant island culture, from bustling spice markets to local rum distilleries and historic cocoa estates. Whether you’re diving in the world’s first Underwater Sculpture Park, recognised as one of National Geographic’s 25 Wonders of the World, or enjoying a refreshing cocktail on the beach, a local meal by a waterfall, every day ashore brings a new adventure. With dependable marine services and memorable island experiences, the islands of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique offer more than just a port. www.puregrenada.com
BAILEY INC SERVICES
Paradise. Done your way. From the moment you arrive in the Caribbean, Bailey Inc Services ensures every detail of your yachting and luxury lifestyle needs is flawlessly executed. Based in Sint Maarten, with exclusive partners in St. Barths, Anguilla and Antigua, they provide comprehensive support designed for discerning yacht owners, captains and guests. Their services include bespoke yacht provisioning with world-class gourmet selections, fine wines and specialty items; docking assistance with premium berthing solutions, and access to genuine MTU-certified yacht parts. On land, they arrange seamless chauffeur services in luxury vehicles, as well as personalised concierge and ground support, from private event coordination and fine dining reservations to discreet security and crew assistance. In addition to their banking and financial facilitation services, the experienced team provide swift currency exchanges, payments and introductions to trusted institutions, ensuring peace of mind throughout your stay in the region. Whether for a short visit or an extended season, Bailey Inc Services is your trusted Caribbean partner for effortless living and smooth sailing.
www.baileyincservices.com
RUBIS MARINE BUNKERING
The regional leader for Northern Europe, Bermuda and the Caribbean. The Rubis network of local marine fuel professionals provide start to finish expertise and superior customer service. On the Americas side Rubis offer their superior brand quality and service assurance in superyacht bunkering, across their Atlantic network of locations including Bermuda and 16 other countries of the Caribbean. Bermuda is a transit point for vessels from the US and for many a last stop before making the crossing east to Europe. In the Caribbean, from the Bahamas, Cayman, Jamaica and Turks & Caicos in the West, French Antilles and Antigua in the East, down through St Lucia, Barbados and the Grenadines to Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana on mainland South America, Rubis has the region comprehensively covered. The fuel products include gasoline, diesel, low sulphur diesel, ultra low sulphur diesel, fuel oil, very low sulphur fuel oil, together with providing high performance lubricants.
www.rubis-caribbean.com/marine-bunkering
ACQUERA
Acquera recently expanded to the Caribbean, with new offices in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, including Bequia, Canouan and Mustique (Erika’s Yacht Agents), Dominica (Dominica Yacht Agency, Cobra Tours), St. Lucia (Ben’s Yacht Services), Antigua, St. Barth, St. Martin, Anguilla and Nassau, meaning captains and crew can now benefit from Acquera’s trusted services in these beautiful destinations. With its new locations, Acquera offers top local expertise and high standards to assist captains with port formalities, paperwork, provisioning, and offering unique leisure experiences. The local teams have the necessary long term and local experience and are committed to providing strong, reliable support and making every journey as smooth as possible, whether securing berths or planning shore activities. For captains heading to the Caribbean, Acquera ensures a seamless yachting experience with comprehensive range of personalised services. The expanded presence means captains can explore the Caribbean with confidence, knowing that Acquera’s dedicated support is available in every hotspot they cruise this coming season.
www.acquerayachting.com
