Turquoise Yachts operates from Istanbul, producing custom motor yachts in the 35 to 80-metre range that have earned increasing international recognition over the past decade. The yard’s construction standards and finish quality have improved markedly with each successive build, and Turquoise yachts now compete directly with established Dutch and Italian builders on both specification and price. In Antigua and Barbuda, the presence of four Turquoise yachts reflects the Caribbean’s appetite for well-built, well-priced alternatives to the traditional superyacht brands. The fleet in Antigua and Barbuda spans the mid-size and large motor yacht range, each carrying a crew of seven to fourteen and offering interior designs that range from contemporary minimalist to classical Mediterranean. Weekly charter rates typically run from approximately 80,000 to 170,000 euros, with the advance provisioning allowance adding around 30 percent for fuel, food, berthing, and drinks. Caribbean season runs December to April; the Christmas and New Year period commands the highest rates and fills well in advance. November and late April offer the same trade-wind conditions with better availability. From Falmouth Harbour, a Turquoise charter explores Antigua’s full range of anchorages before making the crossing to Barbuda’s Pink Sand Beach and Codrington Lagoon.
