Admiral is an Italian shipyard with facilities at Ancona and a long record of building fast semi-displacement and displacement motor yachts of exceptional design quality. The yard produces custom and semi-custom vessels from 30 to 80 metres, combining Italian elegance with seaworthy hull engineering. Charter guests choosing an Admiral yacht in the Bahamas find that blend of speed and style well matched to island hopping across one of the most scenic island chains in the Atlantic. The semi-displacement hulls favoured by Admiral allow efficient cruising at ten to fourteen knots without the fuel penalties of full-planing designs. From Nassau, an Admiral charter yacht can reach the northern Exumas within a morning passage, covering more ground in a week than slower displacement competitors allow. Crew of five to seven typically includes a qualified chef with experience sourcing local Bahamian fish and seasonal island produce. Admiral charters in the Bahamas range from approximately 75,000 to 140,000 euros per week. Budget an additional 30 percent advance provisioning allowance for fuel, fresh food, marina fees at Nassau Harbour, and drinks on board. Rates are at their highest from Christmas through the end of February, easing in March and April as the peak Caribbean season winds down and anchorages become less congested. Begin at Nassau for clearance and provisioning before heading north to the Abacos, where the Loyalist Cays at Hope Town, Man-O-War, and Green Turtle Cay offer sheltered anchorages, reef snorkelling, and distinct colonial character. Return south through the Berry Islands before a final evening at Nassau, well positioned for the Gulf Stream crossing back to Florida.
