Cross the Atlantic Aboard Black Pearl

Chartering a yacht is one of the best experiences you can enjoy. Chartering a yacht while undertaking a transatlantic passage, meanwhile, is a whole other level of extraordinary. You can cross the Atlantic aboard Black Pearl this month, heading from Europe to the Caribbean. A never-before-offered trip with this sailing superyacht, it comes with a host of additionally tailored experiences.

The 350-foot (107-meter) yacht is one of the most famous cruisers in the world. She’s actually the world’s second-largest sailing yacht. Additionally, she possesses the world’s largest DynaRig, a version of a square rigger. It employs freestanding masts with fixed yards, where the masts rotate in place for sails adjustment. No gaps appear between the deployed sails, either, so they look like three huge sails. This makes her a better performer while underway. Along the same lines, Black Pearl’s hybrid solution lowers her environmental footprint even lower. Inside, meanwhile, you’ll find a restored 19^th-century piano, a striking art collection, a spa, and a multi-level atrium with a glass elevator. The elevator is the swiftest way to go from your stateroom (five are aboard) on one deck to the lounges on her other two decks. 

If you cross the Atlantic aboard Black Pearl, you’ll have 27 crewmembers plus Capt. Christian “CT” Truter, her rotational captain, to teach you plenty of fascinating facts. For instance, you can learn all about the sail-handling systems and deploy them. Unlike some sailing yachts, she always cruises with them on full display. Simultaneously, you and your family can learn about weather conditions and join the crew when they review the best routes to follow. After you embark in Tenerife in the Canary Islands, Black Pearl will head south toward Cape Verde. Once the winds come out from a northeasterly direction, she’ll point her bow toward the Caribbean.

Furthermore, the captain and crew plus the charter specialists at IYC, her central agent, can arrange for special guests. For example, a marine biologist or an astronomer can join you to educate you about the sights along the way. Some of the crewmembers are accomplished photographers, drone pilots, and videographers as well, so they’ll capture plenty of moments of discovery—and relaxation—if you wish. Consider, too, sunrise yoga sessions on deck with the instructors among the crew. Regardless, Capt. Truter and the team likely will treat you to a party when Black Pearl reaches the halfway point.

Finally, note that a trip to cross the Atlantic aboard Black Pearl typically takes about 11 days. This of course depends on weather and the resulting route. Ultimately, everything is flexible, from your daily activities to the total days on the yacht. That further extends to your departure destination. Antigua is a possibility, as is St. Barths. No matter what, this is one trip you won’t soon forget.

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LOA: 350’1” (106.7 meters)

Beam: 49’2” (15 meters)

Draft: 23’8” (7.24 meters)

Guests: 12 in 5 staterooms

Sailplan: DynaRig

Sail area: 30,968 square feet (2,877 square meters)

Builder: Oceanco

Stylist: Ken Freivokh Design, Nuvolari-Lenard

Naval Architect: Dykstra Naval Architects

Interior Designer: Nuvolari-Lenard, Villate Design