We start in Martinique, an overseas department of France. They speak French there and pay for their baguettes and croissants with euros. Martinique is called 'the island of flowers' and with good reason, it has an abundance of flora. Most areas are hilly, there is rainforest with lianas and even some cloud forest. Martinique is also a great place to go out in the many bars and restaurants.

But we won't stay here too long because there is much more to discover. We hoist the sails and set sail for Dominica, a paradise island known as an eco-tourism destination.

About this Stage:

• 13 days
• With the ship Twister
• Across the Caribbean Sea from Martinique to Sint Maarten
• Overnight stays on the ship
• Island hopping, in consultation with everyone on board
• All meals on board, port fees, etc. included

Prices:

• 3 or 4 person cabin: €2,900 p.p.
• 2-person cabin: €3,600 p.p.

What you can expect during this trip:

• We sail from Martinique to Sint Maarten.
• Departure on March 15, arrival on March 27.
• We make this trip with the ship Twister.
• We make this trip with a select group of maximum 18 passengers.
• Along the way we hop from island to island, we know the nice places, but passengers can also make suggestions. The ship and crew are at your disposal, together we will make this journey unforgettable!
• All meals on board are included in the price. Drinks too, except soft and alcoholic drinks.
• We eat vegetarian as standard on board, but if you like to eat meat or fish, you can indicate this on the booking form.
• This trip includes additional costs such as port fees and local taxes.
• Excursions on the islands on your own initiative and costs.
• Travel to the arrival and departure ports is not included in the trip. We can arrange this for you.
• If you have any questions about this trip, we will be happy to answer them.

The volcanoes of Dominica are so steep and mountainous that much rainforest has been spared for logging and plantations. Here meandering rivers turn into waterfalls. Brightly colored birds whistle between the meter-high ferns, lianas and forest giants. Anyone who takes the trouble to climb and slither into the forest will see a surreal phenomenon: wisps of hot gas rise from cracks and holes in the volcanic mountains, smelling like rotten eggs. Springs originating from the volcano heat water streams. And on top of the mountain there is a water-filled crater bubbling. About a thousand species of plants grow there, including many flowers. Dominica has 195 species of birds. Mammals in Dominica are limited to a few bats and marine mammals such as the sperm whale, Caribbean manatee and humpback whale.

We sail further north. Guadeloupe is not an island in itself but a group of large and small, inhabited and uninhabited islands, including Basse-Terre and Grande-Terre, La Désirade, Marie-Galante and Les Saintes and the Petite Terre Islands. You can only get to the latter by boat. These islands are known for their beautiful white beaches with palm trees. No people live here, but 10,000 iguanas do. One of the special places we can visit here. Because during this journey we are all at the helm. There are so many beautiful places here that we can't visit them all. Passengers can submit their wishes and preferences and we will respond as much as possible. The ship and crew are at your service and together we will make it a dream trip!

When we leave Guadeloupe behind us, we will go for a nice bit of sailing again. On longer stretches we can also choose to spend the night sailing. The nights at sea are magical. When it gets dark we turn on the navigation lights so that other ships can see us clearly. Other ships are also illuminated with a sea of cheerful white, green and red lights through which we navigate safely as a result. A sunrise from a ship on the high seas is unsurpassed.

From here there are many beautiful islands to visit, Antigua and Barbuda, slightly posh islands with beautiful reefs and tropical fish. Saint Kitts and Nevis are still relatively unspoilt and the railway line that used to transport sugar from the plantations can now be used to explore the island. Sint Eustatius or Statia as they call the island locally has a huge underwater nature reserve with pristine coral reefs and 18th century shipwrecks. It is teeming with seahorses, rays, sharks and sea turtles. The island is also on the migration route of humpback whales, so there is a good chance of encountering some. In the various museums you can learn more about (Dutch) colonial history.

Sint Barthelemy is a jet set island, recognizable by the mega yachts anchored here. On the beaches you will encounter movie stars, supermodels and other celebrities. The island is not so popular for nothing, it is beautiful and in addition to everything you would expect from a Caribbean island, it also has amenities such as exclusive restaurants and chic bars.

We end this stage where the Netherlands borders France: Sint Maarten.

Experience the real sea sailing on the Twister

With its modern rigging and beautiful sharp shape, the two-masted schooner Twister feels at home in all waters. Experience sailing on this large sailing ship, putting the sails on and putting yourself at the helm. Our crew makes every day a unique sailing experience.

The Twister is a fast sailing vessel that sails mainly at sea. And sea sailing is in fact a sport that requires some perseverance. Especially with the longer trips. You do not have to be a 'born sailor' to sign on to the Twister. Our experienced crew ensures that our guests are given the space to participate in everything that happens on board. Standing behind the rudder, setting the sails, learning how to navigate and how all the equipment works. Make new friends, but also enjoy the time to be on yourself and stare at the sea. Discover the beauty of the game. Discover the ship and the forces of nature, the wind, the waves that bring you into another dimension of consciousness.

The sailing holidays on board the Twister are characterized by:

• Active sailing
  
• Discovering beautiful nature 
  
• A nothing must be allowed, but everything may be mentality
  
• Getting to know other people or your own group even better
  
• Enjoy delicious meals on board but also cozy together in the kitchen jobs
  
• No sailing experience is needed to feel like a sailor
  
• The stay on board on a safe and comfortable sailing ship