Article: Chartered ships offer freedom and fun in U.S. Virgin Islands.(Travel)

Byline: TIM CORREIRA

ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands - Imagine your perfect Caribbean vacation; now forget about the hotel.

The Virgin Islands Charteryacht League offers the clear seas of the Caribbean aboard a private yacht, without having to organize such trivial details as a captain, chef or navigation - it doesit for you.

The organization exists as a collective of independently owned and operated vessels, which meet strict standards of safety and quality. A variety of boats including 37-foot to 71-foot sailing yachts and 41-foot to 85-foot power yachts make up the large fleet.

The geography of the Virgin Islands lends itself to the ...

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