For those who are dreaming of a white Christmas without the snow but with sugar soft sands then the Caribbean is never more alluring when the seasons starts to weight heavy. You can set sail on your luxury yacht into a wonderland of swaying palms, deep cerulean waters, the scent of salt and crushed cinnamon and the endless array of rum soaked cocktails and calm in the vibrant heart of the Caribbean’s favorite isles. MY Starfire is one of those dream super yacht vessels that seems to have been carved for the good life in the Caribbean, you can expect champagne galore onboard, fresh seafood soirees, afternoons snorkeling in the coral beds, and island hopping for a whirlwind of boutique shopping, fine dining, spa bliss and beach beauty. Of course the Caribbean islands are popular come the season but for those seeking to blend a little carol singing with the feathers of carnival, and swap the traditional turkey for a fiery hint of jerk chicken, then these islands are the very best place to be.
Belize
Beautiful blue Belize knows how to blend a tropical feel without compromising on seasonal style. Sailing your luxury yacht into the myriad blue and green hues brings with it a kiss of calm that sinks into your soul almost immediately. Imagine spending Christmas morning diving into the famous blue hole or snorkeling the coral reefs with your own onboard instructor from MY Starfire. The pint sized island comes with a kick of flair especially for those who love rhythmic drumming, rum cocktails, and rainforest vibes. Yet being such a small place there is also a lovely familiarity and a striking sense of community, the barman greets you with a smile and the local kids call out to you as you walk across the bay. For Christmas dinner you can dine traditionally with silver service on your luxury yacht or with the locals on land for a feast of fresh fish, ruby hams, tamales, and lobster.
Trinidad and Tobago
These glitzy gorgeous islands certainly know how to pierce the heart and sailing your luxury yacht to shore is going to gift you a holiday spilling over with colorful cheer. Local Trinidadian Christmas carols crackle through the radios against a natural soundtrack of swaying palms and gentle rolling waves, fairy lights blink with beautiful cheer against pastel colored shacks, and egg nog is gifted from every bar scattered along the coconut laden shore. Spend the morning with a massage, swim, hot tub and sauna onboard MY Starfire to truly bask in the festive spirit. Exchange gifts with loved ones on the aft deck with warm wood beneath your feet and the sun pulsing down as you sip mango mimosas. Later you can feast on turkey, ginger beer, homemade bread and fruitcake as you dig your feet into the sand.
Grand Cayman
The history of the Cayman isles declares that Christmas is a time when the sailors return from the salty depths of the sea, bringing festive cheer, feasts and families together to celebrate. This tradition seems to fare strong on the beautiful island where the locals love the poetry of a white Christmas. For years the locals would gather the pale pearly sand to scatter in their own gardens, the children would carve sand snowman and sand angels where curated on the shore. On Christmas morning you will hear the clang of church bells from your oversized white bed in the master suite of MY Starfire. You can spend the day indulging in water sports or simply just taking time out to relax with the family, sip sweet sorrel, feast on pearl tapioca pudding, and chew peppermint candy.
St Lucia
Those who are seeking a traditional Christian spirited Christmas on the shores of the Caribbean are sure to fall head over heels with St Lucia. This is the land of dreams where you can kayak across mirror like silver waters in the moonlight, walk barefoot on rainforest fringed beaches for miles, trek the mighty pitons and even drive through a dormant volcano. On Christmas the place only seems to gather more charm, you can break bamboo with local friends, feast on yams and rosemary sprigged lamb, sip ginger beer inspired cocktails and go wild for the spicy local seasonal black pudding desert. In the evening you could also throw a waltzing soiree on your luxury yacht My Starfire, boasting gourmet nibbles, expensive champagne, a live local band and beauty beneath the gilded sky of stars.
