North America

Yacht Charter in North America

Yachting is a way of life in New England, as well as across much of the East Coast. Dive into classic American summer pastimes with a superyacht charter in Maine, where you’ll be eating lobster on the beach and paddle boarding between islands, or spend a few days sailing on a classic Schooner to race off Newport and sail anywhere on the East Coast.

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Yacht Charter in North America

New England

The summer playground of New York’s finest, a New England yacht charter promises big skies, forest hikes, cool art galleries, wild swimming, whale-watching, kayaking, and sunset cookouts. It’s like the spiritual home of American yacht charters. New England is made up of six states in the northeast of the USA: Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and landlocked Vermont.

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Chartering a yacht in North America

The United States offers a wealth of superyacht cruising opportunities. Sail along the coast of New England, with its charming coastal towns and picturesque islands like Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. Explore the vibrant cityscapes of Miami and Fort Lauderdale in Florida, known for their luxury yachting lifestyle and world-class marinas.

North America's superyacht charter season varies somewhat depending on the destination. The summer months from June to September are popular for cruising the New England coast and the Caribbean. Alaska's charter season typically runs from May to September, coinciding with the milder weather and longer daylight hours.

A favourite destination for young and old is New England, the northern states which have for decades been the summer playground of the New York socialites. New England is made up of six states in the northeast of the USA: Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and landlocked Vermont. Here, a yacht charter promises big skies, forest hikes, cool art galleries, wild swimming, whale-watching, kayaking, and sunset cookouts. It’s like the spiritual home of American yacht charters.

For first-time yacht charterers and seasoned travellers, cruising around North America is a luxurious and unforgettable way to explore the diverse landscapes and cultural riches of this vast continent.

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Regardless of whether you're seeking coastal elegance, tropical paradises, or untamed wilderness, North America offers a captivating yachting experience like no other. New England is one of the most traditionally popular parts of the US for yachting, and for good reason. Clustered with classic sailboats and wooden Windjammer schooners that navigate the winding channels as they have been doing for hundreds of years, New England is no stranger to the nautical way of life. It’s a true working waterfront led by native, self-reliant fishermen, many of whom come from families with five generations of navigating these waters in searching for lobster, swordfish, cod, and haddock.

For first time visitors, Casco Bay in Maine is a must-visit, with nearly 800 islands to explore by yacht. Here, Cocktail Cove located between Jewel and Little Jewel Island is a favourite anchorage. In Mid-Coast, Kennebunc, Sheepscot, and Damariscotta River are some of the most picturesque places to stop along your way, before continuing on to Monhegan Island, filled with puffins and quaint fishermans huts, and Maine’s most famous cruising ground, Penobscot Bay.

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Whether you opt for a traditional motor yacht to head from Manhattan to Long Island or a highly competitive classic style schooner to race off Newport, the world is your oyster with your own dream vessel to get around your favourite parts of the USA.

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Elsewhere, Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor are top yachting destinations. Visiting by motor or sailing yacht, you’ll have the opportunity to cruise along Somes Sound, often described as a “fjord” and the only one of its kind on the East Coast.

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A luxury yacht charter in North America

Chartering a superyacht with Edmiston opens doors to exclusive destinations, giving fresh perspectives on well-travelled places and putting others on the map. From the delights of Maine and New England, where happy family trips can be passed shucking oysters and eating lobster on the beach as the sun sets, to the warm waters of Florida and heading towards Tobago Quays, Edmiston’s enviable fleet of motor and sailing yachts available for charter really do offer something for all tastes.

Wherever you decide to visit in North America, the abundance of islands, bays, inlets, and passageways will delight visitors of all ages. Edmiston’ team of specialists, many of whom are based in our various US headquarters, will help you embark on a journey where cutting-edge luxury meets old-world splendour.