Start with the motto - Less is Best!   Layout on your bed all you want to bring for your voyage then immediately put half of it away.

Pack in a soft-sided suit case for ease of storage.   You may even want to pack an empty bag in case you do too much shopping on the islands or as you pass through Old San Juan,  Puerto Rico to and from the islands.   During your voyage you will be wearing the least amount possible;   bathing suits ( optional ),  t-shirts,  tank tops,  shorts and boat shoes,  or sandals/loafers.   You will only need a few t-shirts since you will be buying many more at your various anchorage’s.   You need to note that when you are walking around the villages on the BVI,  you will need to wear some type of top covering.   The British are much more conservative when you are on land than on the boat compared to other Caribbean islands,  so it is a respectful custom to honor this unspoken BVI rule.    On the yacht you can wear as little as you want.

Good sun glasses and a wide brimmed hat are a must,  plus a baseball cap.   There will be no need for foul weather gear so a light windbreaker will be all you need for a boat jacket.   The women will want to bring a couple of light summer dresses for nighttime shore activities.   The men will want a light cotton/ linen pair of pants and a few light summer shirts.   There will be no coat or ties required at any place you travel,  even if you go to Old San Juan for a few days after your voyage.   Bring a pair of light sweats,  too, in case the evenings on the boat are below 70 degrees,  which is not likely. 

Sun block will be used all the time,  and so will moisturizing cream.   There are no biting bugs when we are sailing,  but Avon’s Skin So Soft seems to work very well when one finds them on land.   Be sure to bring a camera.   Every night you will witness an unforgettable sunset.   You can even buy the disposable cameras that work under water.   You may want to bring your own diving mask and snorkel,  and/or regulators for SCUBA diving.  If you want to SCUBA dive the tanks will be on board the yacht.   We have found that guest’s personal mask are the best way to achieve the most comfortable snorkeling and diving experience.   The yacht will have a variety of fins for your use.   There will always be extra gear on board for those who don’t have any to bring and want to snorkel anyway.

You may want to bring your favorite pillow.   You will also discover you will rarely use more than a sheet for bed covers.  The charter vacation yachts are fully air conditioned.   Some nights you may even sleep on the deck because the Caribbean nights are so gorgeous.  ( The shooting stars put on quite a show each night.)

If you own a business and have a way to bring a version of your company sign along,  fun promotional photos can be set up throughout your voyage which may be useful for a very creative marketing program when you return home.   If you let your imagination wander you will come up with even more great ideas.