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Rate this sailboat from 1–10 ⛵ and tell us where you'd sail it! Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 © Beneteau Yachts Length: 52 ft 4 in (15.94 m) Beam: 15 ft 9 in (4.80 m) Draft: 7 ft 9 in (2.30 m) Displacement: 30,700 lb (13,930 kg) Sail Area: 1,033 sq ft (96 m²) Top Speed: approx. 8–10 knots under sail Range (under power): approx. 300 nautical miles Price: approx. US$ 327,000 to $916,000 The Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 is built for sailors who want performance without sacrificing comfort. Its stepped hull improves speed and increases volume below, allowing for up to five cabins and a bright, modern salon. A powerful 80 HP Yanmar engine comes standard, paired with a generous sail plan for solid cruising range and versatility. On deck, you get twin wheels, wide side decks, and a drop-down swim platform. Inside, the layout is light and airy, with upscale finishes and smart use of space. Whether you're coastal cruising or crossing oceans, the Oceanis 51.1 offers a balanced mix of speed, luxury, and flexibility. #Oceanis511 #BeneteauYachts #CruisingSailboat #SailingShorts
Ferry or water taxi? Here's a quick breakdown of your two main options for getting from St Thomas, USVI to Tortola, BVI for your yacht charter. 🚢 FERRY (~$100 return per person) • Three main crossings: morning, midday & afternoon • Departs from Red Hook or Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas • Arrives in Road Town or West End, Tortola • Multiple ferry companies rotate different days 🚤 WATER TAXI (~$800 + $50–60/person BVI clearance fees) • Direct, fast crossing — much quicker than the ferry • They handle customs clearance for you (in and out all day, know the officers) • Drop you directly at your charter yacht • More expensive, but saves time and hassle 📖 Full guide — Start in St Thomas or BVI? https://mybvicharter.com/bvi-yacht-charter-start-usvi-or-bvi/ 🔍 Search BVI Charter Yachts: https://mybvicharter.com/bvi-crewed-yacht-charter-search/ 🌴 Plan Your BVI Yacht Charter: https://mybvicharter.com/ ⚓ DMA Yachting — Charter Experts Since 2005: https://dmayachting.com/ https://mybvicharter.com/ https://mygreekcharter.com/ https://mycroatiacharter.com/ https://bahamasmotoryachts.com/ https://mymallorcacharter.com/ https://mycorsicacharter.com/ https://myturkishcharter.com/ https://charterguru.com/