SEVEN BEAUTIFUL ISLANDS TO ANCHOR OVERNIGHT

By Publisher Ray Carmen

There is a special moment aboard a yacht when the sun disappears, the engines fall silent and the lights of the shore begin to reflect across the water.

These seven islands offer memorable settings for an overnight anchorage, subject always to weather, local regulations and responsible seamanship.

1. Bequia, St Vincent and the Grenadines

Admiralty Bay combines a welcoming harbour, traditional boatbuilding heritage and a relaxed Caribbean atmosphere.

2. Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands

The island offers protected bays and access to The Baths, where enormous granite boulders create natural pools and passageways.

3. Anegada, British Virgin Islands

Low-lying Anegada feels completely different from its mountainous neighbours. Its reefs, beaches and seafood restaurants make it an unforgettable stop.

4. Mustique, St Vincent and the Grenadines

Mustique combines privacy, natural beauty and understated elegance. Mooring arrangements are carefully managed to protect the environment.

5. Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda

Long pink-and-white beaches and a sense of open space make Barbuda one of the Caribbean’s most distinctive islands.

6. Culebra, Puerto Rico

Culebra is loved for its clear water, quiet coves and beautiful beaches, including the celebrated Flamenco Beach.

7. Moorea, French Polynesia

Dramatic mountains rise behind calm lagoons, providing an anchorage of extraordinary South Pacific beauty.

A responsible crew should check depths, holding ground, wind direction, marine reserves and local restrictions before settling for the night.

When everything is secure, few experiences compare with sleeping beneath the stars aboard a yacht.

SEVEN ISLANDS. SEVEN STARRY NIGHTS. ONE WORLD OF BEAUTY.