Miami International Airport (MIA) is an amazing hub for travel to The Bahamas and Caribbean. It offers direct flights ranging from 55 minutes to The Bahamas up to 3 hours 40 minutes all the way to Trinidad. Even if you are not based in Miami, we suggest flying in and taking a day or two on the front end of your trip to spend the night at the Forbes 5-star awarded, Faena Hotel @faena. This way you do not have to worry about tight layovers and missed connections. Faena is only a 16 minute ride away from the airport and after a great night’s rest in their luxury suites, you can hop on that DIRECT flight to The Bahamas/Caribbean feeling refreshed!   Tips for the Miami airport (MIA): Subscribe Past Issues Translate 1. Global Entry will save your life! 2. Fly 1st Class if you can. You will be directed to a “1st class only” security line. Here are all the direct flights from Miami to The Bahamas & Caribbean! They are in order from shortest to longest, with The Bahamas less than an hour away and the longest flight just 3 hours and 40 minutes away to Trinidad (which

When we say that Chef Vinny is the best private chef on St. John, we mean it! While working in New York City, Chef Vinny and his team achieved the epitome of fine dining by earning 3 Michelin stars for The Essex House. Chef Vinny’s culinary expertise is so recognized that he served as a guest judge on "Master Chef" right alongside Gordon Ramsey and Christina Tosi. CHEF VINNY’S EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS Graham Elliot Bistro: Executive Chef Guest Judge on "Master Chef" Schwa (Michelin Status): Chef de Cuisine Alinea (named the best restaurant in America on "World’s 50 Best List" and was ranked number six in the world at the time). Subscribe Past Issues Translate Del Posto (2 Michelin Stars): Chef de Partie The Essex House (3 Michelin Stars): Chef de Partie Daniel (2 Michelin Stars): Chef de Rotisseur   MEET THE TEAM: If you get the chance to book a dinner with Chef Vinny, you will also have the pleasure of meeting Chef Trace Miller. Originally from a small town in Illinois, his success in culinary arts took him around the world as a Sous chef and Chef de Cuisine. Now, Chef Trace has fallen in love with the U.S.

After over two years, we are happy to announce that the British Virgin Islands have reopened for day trips! As of June 15, 2022: Double vaccinated day trippers don’t need to show proof of a negative Covid test. Instead, present your vaccination card at customs. There is no vaccine requirement for entry. If you are not vaccinated, you must take a rapid antigen test upon arrival to customs. BVI Gateway Travel Portal is not required. Face coverings are no longer required in public spaces. There is a $37 customs fee per person traveling into the British Virgin Islands.   Things to do in British Virgin Islands: The Baths Serene rock pools and massive smooth boulders make The Baths a must-see for first time visitors to the British Virgin Islands. The boulders are the unique geologic result of slowly cooling molten rock and millions of years of weathering. Visitors can explore the sheltered channels to relax in hidden rock pools, or if you’re seeking an extra rush, there are safe spots to do some boulder jumping! Jost Van Dyke Jost Van Dyke makes for the perfect party island with over 30 beach bars to choose from! Imbibe at the famous Soggy

As many of you know… I LOVE TENNIS! It’s been a dream of mine for a few years now to plan a tennis retreat, and here it is. A 7-day, ladies only, tennis retreat at Triton Villa in Turks and Caicos! Triton Villa Triton Villa is the perfect location for this tennis retreat! The beautiful 11-bedroom beachfront villa is set on Long Bay Beach. It as a private tennis court, private bocce ball court, two pools, a hot tub, a large gym, and an outdoor movie theater with fire pit.   Tennis I’m connected with a great tennis pro in Providenciales who will come out to the villa for private tennis sessions. This allows us to accommodate all different tennis levels. I’m a 5.0 player and am super excited to attend! There are also more courts nearby, so women can hit with each other, and we’ll make sure everyone gets their fill of tennis every day!   Health/Wellness In addition to using the villa’s gym, we will arrange yoga and other exercise classes. The villa sits on one of the best kiteboarding beaches in the world, so we can also arrange kiteboard rentals and lessons if there is interest.  

If you’re looking for some Caribbean inspiration, Blue Sky has you covered with villa spotlights from Moskito Island, St. John, Jumby Bay Island, Grace Bay, and Sugar Beach! All of these villas offer privacy, white sand beaches, private pools, and incredible views. Moskito Island, British Virgin Islands Moskito Island is situated in the beautiful and unspoiled British Virgin Islands! The island features private luxury estates, as well as a recreation area and white sandy beaches, providing the perfect balance between that ‘home away from home’ feeling combined with the full range of services you’d expect from a luxury resort. The Branson Estate consists of three villas: Headland House, Beach Villa and Mangrove Villa; it accommodates 22 guests and offers a beautiful private beach!   St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands CliffHouse has always been special to us, but after it’s update with decor, patio furniture, the refinished pool and brand new Jacuzzi—this villa definitely takes top spot for our St. John villas! It’s prime oceanfront spot 100 feet above sea level offers sweeping views of the neighboring British Virgin Islands, the Sir Frances Drake Channel and the Virgin Islands National Park! Peter Bay Beach is just a walk away, and Cruz

Covid travel requirements can be frustrating as they are are different for every country and always changing. That said, we are glad to see that many countries have chosen to ease their travel restrictions. For your convenience, we have compiled the covid travel requirements and restrictions for the following potential destinations of interest: USVI, BVI, Antigua, St. Barths, Anguilla, St. Lucia, Italy, Greece, Costa Rica, Grenadines, Fiji, Hawaii, Bahamas, Cayman Islands, Turks & Caicos, Maldives.     US VIRGIN ISLANDS Vaccination: Not required for U.S. citizens arriving from mainland Covid-19 Test: Not required if fully vaccinated Travel Form: Required On-trip: No restrictions   BRITISH VIRGIN ISLAND Vaccination: Not required Covid-19 Test: Required within 48 hours of arrival for all travelers regardless of vaccination status Travel Form: Required use of travel application portal On-trip: Subject to testing upon arrival and adherence to Covid-19 protocols   ANTIGUA Vaccination: Required to avoid quarantine Covid-19 Test:Required Antigen Test within 24 hours or PCR Test within 3 days Travel Form: Complete an on-flight health declaration On-trip: All travelers are subject to testing upon arrival. Non-vaccinated travelers may have to quarantine up to 14 days.   ST. BARTHS Vaccination: Not Required Covid-19 Test:If not fully vaccinated,

We are currently working on fulfilling a request for a full day yacht charter in Ibiza. Since the Balearic islands are a very sought after luxury yachting destination, I wanted to share some of our favorite yacht options. These yachts have different price points ranging from about $4500 per day (all in) for the 43’…..up to $28,000 per day (all in) for the 110′. Cruise around Ibiza You can find many beautiful vessels like these in Ibiza’s picturesque anchorages. Depending on which coves you anchor in, you can disembark to enjoy a swim, lounge on the beaches, walk the nature trails, or dine at topnotch beachside restaurants. Day trip to Formentera A private yacht charter is a great way to see Formentera, a small island located 20-30 minutes south of Ibiza. Snorkeling, bars, famous restaurants, and a spectacular beach make this a very popular day trip. Charter a Superyacht Ibiza has become quite the superyacht hotspot and is home to this 110′ beauty! She is a great choice for large groups or people looking for the utmost comfort and luxury. I am so excited for our client’s Ibiza yacht charter. If anyone else would like more info or would like

The Caribbean is often considered a beautiful year-round destination, but we’ve found there are some times that appeal more than others, and a few months you will want to avoid all-together. We have low season, high season, and festive season and can help you book for all of them. Read on for the advantages/disadvantages of traveling to the Caribbean during these times. Low Season (May 1 – Dec 15) Benefits of low season include less crowds, lower rates, and calmer water. If you are looking to do a yacht charter trip, low season is a great time! Unfortunately low season also brings less pleasant weather with more heat, humidity, rain, and (the worst) mosquitoes. (Some locations/resorts may have slightly different dates. Make sure to ask when low season begins). High Season (Jan 3 – Apr 30) High season has the best weather! Trade winds are in, and along with a nice breeze, blow the bugs away. Temperatures are in the low 70s to high 80s and there is much less humidity. Unfortunately high season also means rougher water, more crowds, and higher rates. Tip: Low Season Rates, High Season Weather The first and last weeks of low season often have

I’ve been fortunate to create a business/life that allows me to experience some of the world’s best pools & jacuzzis. Owning a travel agency means we get to see them first so we know EXACTLY where to book our clients! From Fiji to Costa Rica to St. Lucia & Antigua…here are some of my favorite pools and jacuzzis from around the world! BAHAMAS Villa Sul Mare on Paradise Island has a beautiful poolside terrace right on the water. The pool has an integrated heated whirlpool spa and the terrace is furnished with plush upholstered seating. ST. LUCIA The left photo is from Ladera Resort on St. Lucia. I am enjoying the pool in a Paradise Ridge room (pool is heated and the shark’s not real)! Pictured on the right is Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort on St. Lucia. Each villa has its own private plunge pool and a beautiful view! FIJI COMO Laucala Island in Fiji has no shortage of majestic pools! In addition to the main pool, each of the 25 villas on Laucala have their own private swimming pool. ST. JOHN Both shots are from the beautiful Peter Bay, USVI. On the left is the beachfront, Peter Bay

More than an all-inclusive private island, The Aerial is a retreat that delivers "purpose luxury" to its guests. True to owner Britnie Turner’s humanitarian mindset, the retreat experience at Aerial is crafted to encourage authentic growth and connections, elevating its guests to new levels. Bookings at The Aerial include a personal island concierge, multiple island hosts, world-class nutritionist chefs, wellness consultants, spa therapists, water sports instructors, and garden and animal specialists. Booking the entire island: The resort’s five residences: Unity House, Faith House, Serenity House, and the Love and Grace Villas, are set on over 43 lush acres and can accommodate your group of up to 30 guests. When you book the entire island, your group has exclusive access to all rooms, private beach, amenities and activities. The head-island chef prepares healthy and nourishing meals, and a personal concierge designs your perfect stay. The rate begins at $292,600 per week.   Booking a room: There are two ways to book a room on The Aerial. You can attend one of the transformative Elevate Summits based on the five pillars of the island: Dream, Presence, Abundance, Strength, and Love. These experiences are $9,987 per person. Or, you can book during designated