Christensen Shipyards, based in Vancouver, Washington, has built its reputation on cold-moulded composite construction that delivers weight savings and fuel efficiency without compromising structural integrity. Charter-available Christensen yachts typically run from around 37 to 47 metres, accommodating six to ten guests with crews of six to eight. The hull form is semi-displacement, capable of 16 to 19 knots in cruise, making the 50-nautical-mile crossing from Miami or Fort Lauderdale a practical morning run in most winter conditions. Bimini rewards this ease of access: the protected harbour between North and South Bimini carries water of exceptional clarity, the bonefishing flats along South Bimini fish well through the winter months, and the offshore grounds at Gun Cay have sustained the island’s sportfishing reputation since Hemingway’s era. Weekly charter rates sit between approximately 65,000 and 140,000 euros before the advance provisioning allowance of 30 per cent, which covers fuel at Bimini Bay Marina, food and drinks, harbour dues and any applicable permit fees. American in character, informal in atmosphere and practical in layout, Christensen yachts suit Bimini’s charter culture well: outdoor decks are generous, tender management systems are capable, and the vessels perform reliably across the crossings and anchorages that define a Bimini week. Season runs from October through April.
