Heesen is a Dutch superyacht builder producing fast-displacement motor yachts from 35 to 80 metres, known for combining aluminium construction with sports-car performance: top speeds of 15 to 20 knots allow guests to cover the Virgin Islands in hours rather than days without sacrificing interior volume or comfort. The charter fleet of Heesen yachts in the US Virgin Islands numbers 6 vessels, each professionally crewed and maintained to a high standard for Caribbean season. Charter weeks run Saturday to Saturday from Christiansted, with itineraries tailored to guest preferences and the weather patterns that shape each day. Morning anchorages at Buck Island or Salt River Bay give way to afternoon passages along the Saint Croix coastline, with evenings at settled moorings and dinner on deck. Base rates start from 105,000 euros per week, with an advance provisioning allowance of approximately 30 percent covering fuel, food, drinks, and berthing. High season runs December through April, and the most sought-after Heesen yachts are reserved well in advance. Saint Croix is the largest of the US Virgin Islands, set 40 miles south of Saint Thomas and offering a quieter pace than the busier charter hubs. Christiansted on the north coast and Frederiksted on the west provide provisioning, history, and dining, while Buck Island and the offshore reef systems are among the finest snorkelling grounds in the entire Caribbean.
