Turquoise Yachts, based in Istanbul, Turkey, has built semi-custom motor and sailing yachts since 2003 in collaboration with international naval architects and design studios. Hull sizes typically run from 40 to over 80 metres, with build quality and design ambition that has improved markedly through the yard’s project history. Charter a Turquoise from St Vincent and you board a vessel that delivers genuine design distinction and competitive quality at a price point below comparable European custom builders.nnThe Turquoise charter fleet covers motor yachts and sailing yachts, with the yard’s versatility allowing guests to choose the pace and character of their Grenadines week. Motor builds in the 45 to 65 metre range feature wide decks, beach clubs and upper-level social spaces suited to Caribbean entertaining, while sailing builds from 40 to 55 metres use the northeast trades to cover inter-island passages silently and efficiently. Turkish joinery and finish standards have improved to the point where Turquoise interiors are competitive with southern European yards.nnWeekly charter rates for Turquoise yachts near St Vincent typically fall between 70,000 and 200,000 euros depending on vessel size, type and season. An advance provisioning allowance of roughly 30 percent covers fuel, provisions, berthing and crew gratuity. Caribbean high season from December through April is peak, with the sailing builds attracting particular demand in January and February when the trade winds are most reliable.nnSt Vincent’s Blue Lagoon Marina is a practical departure point, and the Grenadines circuit south through Bequia, Mustique, Canouan and Tobago Cays suits both Turquoise motor and sailing builds across a natural week.
