GOOD NEWS – Fully Crewed Virgin Island Luxury Charter Yacht

The magnificent 56ft sailing catamaran GOOD NEWS, built by Fountain Pajot in France and sailing in the Virgin Islands, has many custom features to make either a day or a week aboard her the most comfortable and satisfying experience.

The interior has been designed for exclusive luxury, thus accommodating a maximum of only 4 guests. The feeling of bright, open spaciousness is conveyed immediately upon entering the salon. The opened plan galley / bar is surrounded by plush leather seats and traditional cherry wooden interior.

On board she has all the amenities one would expect to find on a mega yacht. GOOD NEWS boast state of the art navigation, communication and safety systems, a large flat screen satellite TV in the salon, 24hr air-conditioning, water maker, ice machine, wireless internet, iPod, a central music system with indoor and outdoor speakers, washer/dryer, snorkel gear, dive compressor, dive cylinders, and is medically equipped with a complete first aid kit, defibrillator and oxygen on board.

The 2 guests cabins are pleasingly spacious with flat screen satellite TV’s and DVD players (over 1000 DVD library). Both cabins have ample head room, queen sized beds, individually controlled air-conditioning, en suite bathroom facilities with an independent shower and unlimited hot water.

The large cockpit is protected by a Bimini top and dodger and surrounded with plentiful deck space. A comfortable hammock awaits you on the bow which happens to be the best spot while sailing with the wind in your hair. The main and jib sails are roller furled with electric winches which makes for easy sail handling.

The crew aboard GOOD NEWS, Peter and Debbie Dickens, are a unique well rounded South African couple. Their bubbly personalities and sense of adventure is infectious and lively. Their individual backgrounds contribute to interesting and lively conversation. They are able to share the benefits of their past experiences and help you form your own exciting memories to take back with you.

Peter has been sailing since 1990 and has completed over 5000 miles on GOOD NEWS, he holds a master of Yachts 200 ton license. Peter was the youngest skydiver in South Africa and as a professional skydiver pioneered tandem parachuting in countries around the world. His past experiences include working 10 000 feet under ground in the deepest gold mine in the world, a term in the South African air force where he obtained his pilots license. Peter also owned and managed a business in Mozanbique (Indian Ocean) providing scuba diving and fishing charters to Inhaca Island Hotel.

Debbie hails from the costal town of Durban and had a successful career in the medical equipment industry. She has her IMM Marketing Degree and loves working with people. She resigned from her corporate life when she married Peter. They own 26 horses and have a thriving Horse Trail Riding Ranch in Northern Johannesburg. Debbie just loves to cook, entertain and socialize with guests. She prepares a magnificent variety of delicious meals from around the world. She is a delight to be with.

GOOD NEWS is available for charter in the Virgin Islands and accommodates up to 4 guests in two spacious cabins with plasma TV's (direct TV), separate showers, unlimited hot water, individually controlled air conditioning with two ceiling mounted fans in each cabin.

Website: http://sailgoodnews.com/

Charter Rate Range by Seasons
Winter & Summer Seasons: $11,040/wk - $11,840/wk All Inclusive
Holiday Season: $14,800/wk - $15,800/wk All Inclusive

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