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  • M.Y. Octopus | Voyages & Journeys

    Unieke Avonturen Jacht Expedities Ontdek De Numinous Wie Zijn Wij EN PT NL Home - De Numinous - M.Y. Octopus M.Y. Octopus Oktober-2021 We zijn zo verheugd om aan te kondigen dat sinds haar lancering in 2003 het legendarische 126 meter lange megajacht Octopus beschikbaar is voor charter. Deze beproefde wereldontdekkingsreiziger is echt het meest ultieme in luxe avontuur, waardoor wij de meest doorgewinterde avontuurlijke dromen werkelijkheid kunnen maken. Octopus is een van de meest gedurfde en vooruitstrevende exploratie jachten ooit gebouwd, omdat het een van 's werelds grootste jachten is, is dit echt een unieke kans om dit beest te ervaren in de meest ruige en uitzonderlijke omgevingen. Wat je wensen ook zijn, je vindt haar volledig uitgerust voor elke situatie waarin we haar in brengen. Van het enorme zwembad op het brugdek tot de fitnessruimte en het wellness centrum, de bioscoop, de bibliotheek, de observatielounge en het aquarium met glazen bodem, ongeacht de gelegenheid of uw inclinatie, u vindt het aan boord. Er is zelfs een volledig uitgerust duikcentrum met een hyperbare kamer, wetsuits en nitrox-mogelijkheden. Voor de avontuurlijke en onverschrokken onder ons zijn er geen limieten. Met een romp van ijsklasse, twee helikopterplatforms, een enorme speelgoedlijst inclusief een inzeilgarage met zeven tenders, een duikboot en zelfs haar eigen jachthaven, is ze de perfecte uitvalsbasis om je uitgebreide land- en zee-avonturen te lanceren. Aan boord is wetenschap net zo belangrijk als luxe. In het verleden was ze een knooppunt voor oceanografische ontdekkingsreizigers die op zoek waren naar verloren scheepswrakken en maritieme artefacten. Tijdens je expeditie dagen in de elementen, bevind je je in het meest comfortabele thuis weg van huis, omringd door eindeloze dekken en binnenruimtes, haar 12 kamers zijn allemaal afgewerkt met de grootste aandacht voor detail. De eigenaar suite die over een gehele eigen dek beschikt, een lift voor exclusief gebruik naar je eigen observatielounge. Andere hoogtepunten aan boord zijn een bioscoop, een spa met glazen bodem en een verwarmd zwembad met een intrekbare glazen vloer. En toch, ondanks haar grootte, hebben gasten haar beschreven als knus en gezellig, een perfecte setting voor intieme groepen en gesprekken. Octopus markeert echt het begin van een nieuw tijdperk, waarin zelfs het meest afgelegen en ontoegankelijke nu bereikbaar is in totale comfort en luxe. Met Octopus aan uw zijde zijn er geen grenzen. < Vorig Artikel Volgend Artikel > RNAVT 7818 Bedrijf geregistreerd in Portugal Privacybeleid Algemene Voorwaarden > Neem Contact Op info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Stardust of Mary | Voyages & Journeys

    Home - Yacht Expeditions - Yachts - Stardust of Mary Stardust of Mary Guests: 8 Year: 2015 Length: 26.3m Cabins: 4 Crew: 4 Price: From €55.000/week Looking for a unique destination to explore? Portugal, a relatively unknown charter destination, attractions reaching beyond the exquisite coastlines and prestigious region of the Algarve. Be the first to discover the western coastlines and the Atlantic Ocean. Immerse yourself in the richness of colourful culture and outstanding adventures that awaits outside the capital. Designed and built by Sunseeker, Stardust of Mary is a dynamic 26m superyacht from the British shipyard’s popular 86 series. A sleek sports yacht with a top speed of 28 knots, she is the perfect combination of performance and style. She is also fitted with stabilizers for a smooth ride by counteracting roll caused by waves or wind, it truly offers an extraordinary Mediterranean cruising experience. Delivered in 2015, she was beautifully refitted in 2020 and features a spacious open-plan interior with four luxurious ensuite staterooms finished in glossy wood panelling with cream leather accents. Her expansive outdoor living areas include an alfresco dining area on the main deck aft, a triple sun pad in the bow plus a fabulous lounge and bar up on the flybridge. She features full wrap-around windows allowing for plenty of natural light to illuminate the same fabulous panoramic views as of you were standing on the exterior deck areas. She also has a drop-down balcony to create an even better connection with the surroundings. Some of the main stand-out features include a centre rise and a TV that separate the elegantly decorated saloon from the formal dining area. Forward, on the observation area there is a breakfast bar. She is truly the perfect yacht to explore and experience the beautiful coastlines of Portugal with the family and friends. Highlights Lavish design With the generous interior volume of a much larger yacht, she really provides spacious areas that are beautiful decorated, together with her big windows she really creates a perfect blend of her surroundings. Tenders & Toys Please note that tenders and toys are subject to regular upgrades and changes. We will update you on the latest information. 1x 2016 Williams Turbojet 385 1x Diesel Fuelling Station 3x Paddle Boards 1x Sea Bob 1x Radinn Electric 1x Large Banana Surfboard Water Skiing Gear Towable Discs Inflatables Snorkelling Gear Gallery < Previous Yacht Next Yacht >

  • Proef de Wereld als Connaisseurs | Voyages & Journeys

    Unieke Avonturen Jacht Expedities Ontdek De Numinous Wie Zijn Wij EN PT NL Home - De Numinous - Proef de Wereld Proef de Wereld als Connaisseurs December-2020 Food is everything we are. It’s an extension of nationalist feeling. Ethnic feeling, your personal history, your province, your region, your tribe, your grandma. It’s inseparable from those from the get-go. - Anthony Bourdain - Een van mijn diepste passies die ik door de jaren heen heb ontwikkeld is voor wijn en de culinaire wereld, altijd op zoek naar die verborgen juweeltjes. Waarbij we fantastische wijngaarden bezochte en we soms wijn proefde op de meest geweldige locaties. Ook bezochten we restaurants die nu tot de beste ter wereld behoren. Tijdens onze reizen hebben we uitzonderlijke vakmannen en vrouwen ontmoet, die deze restaurants beheerde die al decennialang in de familie doorgegeven wordt. Eén van mijn mooiste herinneringen was toen ik een gerecht aanbevolen kreeg, waar ik echt onder de indruk van was, is de simpelheid maar tegelijkertijd de overweldigende smaken, ik kreeg toen van de eigenaar uitgelegd dat dat recept uit het jaar 1934 kwam, die was door de eerste chef kok van het restaurant gemaakt, en die werd tot de dag van vandaag nog steeds zo gemaakt, die restaurant houders (familie) zijn overigens goede vrienden van ons geworden. Maar ook restaurants die bekroond zijn met meerdere Michelin sterren waarmee je kunstwerken gepresenteerd krijgt die gecombineerd worden met de mooiste maar ook de meest verrassende wijnen, wat allemaal uit de directe omgeving komt. Samen met wijnhandelaren/specialisten wijngaarden bezoeken die al meer dan 500 jaar door dezelfde familie beheerd worden, waarbij je een proeverij ervaart op de meest memorabele locaties samen met de wijnmaker en wijngaard eigenaar. Het zijn dit soort momenten, onder het genot van een heerlijk glas wijn en canapés, waarbij vriendschappen en geweldige herinneringen ontstaan. Als je echt een bestemming wilt ontdekken, moet je eerst de keuken ontdekken. De keuken van een bestemming vertelt je zoveel over de geschiedenis, de cultuur en de mensen, ik ben een groot voorstander van het proeven van de lokale delicatessen en gerechten van elke plaats die ik bezoek. In de afgelopen jaren is de wijn en culinaire wereld aanzienlijk gegroeid. Waardoor het ontzettend moeilijk kan zijn om juist dit soort ervaringen te kunnen vinden. Dit is waar de kennis en ervaring van V&J ter pas komt. Of je nu dineert in een restaurant met uitzicht over het Aconcagua gebergte in Argentinië of een wit truffelfeest voorbereidt in de Monferrato provincie na een dag truffel jagen. Het zijn de ervaringen eromheen die er onvergetelijke herinneringen van maken. Door de jaren heen hebben we geweldige vriendschappen opgebouwd met wijnspecialisten, eigenaren en restauranteigenaren. Door deze relaties kunnen wij uw ongeëvenaarde toegang met voorkennis bieden. Onze wijngaardenbezoeken worden geheel naar uw palet samengesteld, waarbij we toegang bieden tot prestigieuze wijngaarden, soms een vatproeverij als de gelegenheid zich voordoet. Omdat ik in de gelegenheid ben om, dit te combineren met mijn passie voor ontdekken, kreeg ik de unieke kans om deze culinaire ervaringen met jullie te delen. Samen met uw inspiratie en ideeën, stellen we de meest unieke culinaire reizen samen, zodat u zowel de verfijnde keuken van de regio als de meest rustieke tradities ervaart. Words by: Jasper Sigon Landen waar we deze ervaringen aanbieden: Argentinië, Australië, Chili, Duitsland, Frankrijk, Italië, Kroatië, Nieuw-Zeeland, Noord-Amerika, Portugal, Spanje < Vorig Artikel Volgend Artikel > RNAVT 7818 Bedrijf geregistreerd in Portugal Privacybeleid Algemene Voorwaarden > Neem Contact Op info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Namíbia | Voyages & Journeys

    Aventuras Únicas Expedições de Iate Explore Comunicações Sobre Nós EN PT NL Início - Aventuras Únicas - Namíbia Namíbia Aprendi que coragem não é a ausência de medo, mas o triunfo sobre ele. O [homem] corajoso não é aquele que não sente medo, mas que vence esse medo. - Nelson Mandela - Explore a terra dos muitos rostos Aventura! A liberdade de partir em busca de territórios desconhecidos e paisagens inesquecíveis. Está no DNA de cada Land Rover e no coração de todos que já quiseram viajar além dos caminhos já muito percorridos. Para os aventureiros que desejam explorar, a V&J juntou-se à Land Rover para lhe proporcionar uma aventura inesquecível pela Namíbia. Viaje por paisagens de cortar a respiração ao volante dos SUVs mais capazes do mundo. Testemunhará cenários incríveis que permanecerão na sua memória para sempre, enquanto desenvolve competências de condução e o espírito aventureiro. As paisagens ventosas da Namíbia são ousadas e dramáticas, quase sobrenaturais. Em poucos instantes, pode passar de dunas a oásis, e por entre tamanha beleza natural camuflam-se de forma inteligente manadas de elefantes e babuínos. Não é invulgar encontrar também extensas formações rochosas fundidas com camadas de arenito e basalto vulcânico. A Namíbia ganhou, inegavelmente, o seu apelido de “a terra de muitas faces”. A Namíbia encontra-se na costa ocidental do continente africano e é uma nação verdadeiramente única. São poucas as outras localizações que se podem orgulhar de tal variedade de vida selvagem, ambientes ou experiências. Representando a rica herança da Namíbia estão os OvaHimba, um povo fascinante cuja história remonta a centenas de anos. Abundante em diversidade cultural, a majestosa vida selvagem e paisagens incríveis servem de cenário para as nossas aventuras na Namíbia. Os famosos "big five", podem ser encontradas por aqui. Com paciência e habilidade, terá a oportunidade de ver leões, leopardos, elefantes e rinocerontes. Dividida a meio pelo Trópico de Capricórnio, a Namíbia tem um clima variado. Não importa para onde vai na Namíbia, experienciará temperaturas elevadas encontradas apenas no deserto. Mesmo longe das areias, Windhoek, a movimentada capital do país, regista regularmente temperaturas de mais de 40 °C. Em contraste, noites frescas fornecem o ambiente perfeito para as atividades de milhares de espécies. O céu noturno do deserto da Namíbia, livre de luzes, é famoso em todo o mundo pelas suas vistas claras e deslumbrantes. Quando ir: Julho a Outubro Vamos começar a Aventura RNAVT 7818 Empresa registada em Portugal Política de Privacidade Termos e Condições > Contacte-nos info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Experiencie o Mundo

    Aventuras Únicas Expedições de Iate Explore Comunicações Sobre Nós EN PT NL Início - Comunicações - Taste the World Taste the World as a Connoisseur December-2020 Food is everything we are. It’s an extension of nationalist feeling. Ethnic feeling, your personal history, your province, your region, your tribe, your grandma. It’s inseparable from those from the get-go. - Anthony Bourdain - One of the deepest passions that I have developed over the years is for wine and the culinary of the world – always looking for those hidden gems. We visited fantastic vineyards and sometimes tasted wines at the most magnificent locations; and visited restaurants that are now amongst the best in the world. During our travels we met craftsmen and women who run restaurants that have been passed down in the family for decades. One of my fondest memories was when I was recommended a dish, which I was really impressed with the idea of eating something like that the simplicity but at the same time the overwhelming flavours was an experience by itself. I was then explained by the owner that the recipe came from the year 1934, created by the very first chef of the restaurant, and it is still sharing a main stage in that kitchen today – those restaurant owners (family) are now good friends of ours and we visit them with other family members and friends regularly. The diversity of some regions make them unique and on the same immediate region of a family owned business, we could find restaurants that have been awarded several Michelin star and present works of art that are paired with the most beautiful and also the most surprising regional wines. There is a special joy in visiting vineyards run by the same family for over 500 years and experiencing tastes at the most memorable locations, accompanied by wine specialists, the enologists and vineyard owners. It is moments like this, over a delicious glass of wine and canapés, that you can create friendships and great memories. If you really want to discover a destination, you must first discover the kitchen. A destination's cuisine tells you so much about its history, culture and people – I am a big believer in sampling the local delicacies and dishes of every place I visit. In recent years, the wine and culinary world has grown significantly, making it incredibly difficult to find precisely these kinds of experiences. This is where V&J's knowledge and experience comes in handy. Whether you are dining in a restaurant overlooking the Aconcagua Mountains in Argentina or preparing a white truffle feast in the Monferrato province after a day of truffle hunting, it is the experience around that will make it an unforgettable memory. Over the years we have built great friendships with wine specialists and restaurant owners. These relationships allow us to provide you with unparalleled insider access. Our vineyard visits are tailored entirely to your palette, offering access to prestigious wineries and sometimes even a barrel tasting if the opportunity arises. Because I have the opportunity to combine this with my passion for discovery, I have the unique opportunity to share these culinary experiences with others. Together with we put together the most unique culinary journeys to experience both the refined cuisine of the region and the most rustic traditions. Words by: Jasper Sigon Countries where we provide these experiences: Argentina, Australia, Chile, Croatia, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, North America, Portugal and Spain. < Previous Article Next Article > RNAVT 7818 Empresa registada em Portugal Política de Privacidade Termos e Condições > Contacte-nos info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • OceanSky Cruises | Voyages & Journeys

    Aventuras Únicas Expedições de Iate Explore Comunicações Sobre Nós EN PT NL Início - Aventuras Únicas - OceanSky Cruises OceanSky Cruises Encontrarei o meu caminho ou farei um. - Robert E. Peary - Viaje para o pólo norte da maneira mais confortável e silenciosa possível Experimente a derradeira expedição ao Pólo Norte com luxo exclusivo. Embarque no Airlander 10, a primeira aeronave híbrida da história que inicia uma expedição pioneira ao Pólo Norte. Com capacidade para até 16 passageiros e uma tripulação de 8 pessoas, poderá desfrutar de luxuosos quartos e vistas de horizonte a horizonte no lounge infinito da aeronave. O bar de altitude oferecerá bebidas, com a vista definitiva. Experimente experiências gastronômicas preparadas pelo renomado chef Jesper Vollmer, ex-chef da Família Real Dinamarquesa e restaurantes com estrelas Michelin, enquanto sobrevoa icebergs em direção a um dos lugares mais remotos do planeta. O Nordic oferece misteriosos fenómenos atmosféricos que ocorrem apenas acima de certas latitudes. A inclinação do eixo da Terra e o campo magnético que atravessa o núcleo do nosso planeta são as causas dessas belas e espetaculares exibições da natureza. Acompanhado pelo líder de sua expedição particular Robert Swan, um explorador do Ártico e a primeira pessoa a chegar ao Pólo Norte e Pólo Sul a pé, irá explorar essas paisagens brancas em uma excursão excepcional, ursos polares, baleias, raposas do ártico, narvais e focas a fauna icônica em uma visita tranquila com respeito humilde pela natureza sensível e vida selvagem do Pólo Norte. Esta expedição mostra verdadeiramente que as viagens e o transporte aéreo podem ser sustentáveis. A tecnologia mais leve que o ar pode fornecer à humanidade meios de mobilidade ultraeficientes e operar em áreas sem infraestrutura e civilização. Criado para o viajante que deseja conhecer o Ártico de uma forma única e, ao mesmo tempo, contribuir para o desenvolvimento de viagens sustentáveis. Espaço limitado e abertos para reservas Primeira temporada 2023 Quando ir: Depende da disponibilidade de voos Vamos começar a Aventura RNAVT 7818 Empresa registada em Portugal Política de Privacidade Termos e Condições > Contacte-nos info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Stardust of Mary PT | Voyages & Journeys

    Início - Expedições de Iate - Iates - Stardust of Mary Stardust of Mary Guests: 8 Year: 2015 Length: 26.3m Cabins: 4 Crew: 4 Price: From €55.000/week Looking for a unique destination to explore? Portugal, a relatively unknown charter destination, attractions reaching beyond the exquisite coastlines and prestigious region of the Algarve. Be the first to discover the western coastlines and the Atlantic Ocean. Immerse yourself in the richness of colourful culture and outstanding adventures that awaits outside the capital. Designed and built by Sunseeker, Stardust of Mary is a dynamic 26m superyacht from the British shipyard’s popular 86 series. A sleek sports yacht with a top speed of 28 knots, she is the perfect combination of performance and style. She is also fitted with stabilizers for a smooth ride by counteracting roll caused by waves or wind, it truly offers an extraordinary Mediterranean cruising experience. Delivered in 2015, she was beautifully refitted in 2020 and features a spacious open-plan interior with four luxurious ensuite staterooms finished in glossy wood panelling with cream leather accents. Her expansive outdoor living areas include an alfresco dining area on the main deck aft, a triple sun pad in the bow plus a fabulous lounge and bar up on the flybridge. She features full wrap-around windows allowing for plenty of natural light to illuminate the same fabulous panoramic views as of you were standing on the exterior deck areas. She also has a drop-down balcony to create an even better connection with the surroundings. Some of the main stand-out features include a centre rise and a TV that separate the elegantly decorated saloon from the formal dining area. Forward, on the observation area there is a breakfast bar. She is truly the perfect yacht to explore and experience the beautiful coastlines of Portugal with the family and friends. Destaques Lavish design With the generous interior volume of a much larger yacht, she really provides spacious areas that are beautiful decorated, together with her big windows she really creates a perfect blend of her surroundings. Embarcações & Brinquedos Informação online apenas disponível em Inglês. ​As embarcações de apoio e outro entretenimento estão sujeitos a actualizações e alterações regulares. Verifique connosco as informações mais recentes. 1x 2016 Williams Turbojet 385 1x Diesel Fuelling Station 3x Paddle Boards 1x Sea Bob 1x Radinn Electric 1x Large Banana Surfboard Water Skiing Gear Towable Discs Inflatables Snorkelling Gear Galeria < Iate Anterior Próximo Iate > Aventuras Únicas Expedições de Iate Explore Comunicações Sobre Nós EN PT NL RNAVT 7818 Empresa registada em Portugal Política de Privacidade Termos e Condições > Contacte-nos info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Terms and Conditions | Voyages & Journeys

    Terms and Conditions These following Terms and Conditions govern the use of the website www.voyagesjourneys.com (hereinafter referred to as the “website”) and apply to the services provided by Portugal 720/2 Unipessoal, Lda (referred to as “Voyages & Journeys ” or as “we”). We may refer to the client as “client” or just “you”. As this affects your legal rights, please read the following terms and conditions carefully in addition to our privacy policy . 1. Acceptable use: It is a violation of law to purchase products or services from Voyages & Journeys in a false name, or with an invalid credit card or other payment method. Fraudulent users can be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. ​ 2. As is: Unless agreed otherwise, all products, services, advice, merchandise and information available through this website are provided on an “as is”, “as available” basis, without warranties, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to, implied warranties of fitness for a particular purpose. Without limiting the above, no warranty or guarantee is made regarding: (i) the purchase of any product or service; (ii) receiving the lowest available price for goods and/or services; (iii) the availability of products and/or services; (iv) the inexistence of errors in the use of this website and products or services associated with it; (v) the results that may be obtained from the use of this website; (vi) the completeness, accuracy, reliability or quality of any information content, data, service, advice or product provided or available through this website; or (vii) the performance or non-performance of this website. You expressly agree that the use of this website at your sole risk. 3. General limitation of liability: Voyages & Journeys responsibility shall be limited to the maximum amount required by the regulator in Portugal and according to its Civil Liability. In no event shall Voyages & Journeys, including Directors, Employees, Representatives, Affiliates, or other Service Providers (collectively defined as the “Covered Parties”), be liable beyond the limits foreseen by the Civil Liability. Further, the Covered Parties accept no responsibilities for any damage and/or delay due to third parties’ cancellations, shortages, sickness, pilferage, labour disputes, quarantine, government restraints, weather or causes beyond the Covered Parties’ control. Covered Parties shall not be responsible for any provider’s failure to comply with these Terms and Conditions nor for any provider’s failure to comply with applicable law. Providing that Voyages & Journeys have selected the suppliers with reasonable care, Voyages & Journeys will have no liability for anything that happens during the service in question or any acts or omissions of the supplier, its employees or agents. If, notwithstanding the above, any of the Covered Parties is found liable for any loss or damage relating to the use of this website, the client agrees that the liability of any such party shall in no event exceed the fee or charge that the client would have with the respective service or product. Nevertheless, Voyages & Journeys will do its utmost to assist its clients in the event of non-compliance by other parties or any disruption to the desired service, aiming to deliver to the client the product or service that was contracted. ​ 4. E-mail policy: Voyages & Journeys may send e-mail messages about special promotions, new features, services, products, and any other information that considers relevant. However, if the client does not want to receive e-mail messages regarding products and services should contact us or unsubscribe and will be removed from the database. 5. General bookings and reservations: When the client books and makes a reservation must pay 100% of the total price of the purchased service. If the trip booked by the client is a combined program, not subject to automatic reservation procedures, a 50% advance payment shall be made, and the remaining 50% shall be paid until 90 days before the start of the trip (can be less depending on the services contracted and upon agreement). Exceptions are made when suppliers require different payment conditions, regardless of the reservation anticipation, whereby the conditions of those suppliers prevail. If applicable, the client should be informed on the amount to be paid as soon as is informed on the price. The pre-determined payment should be made to confirm the reservation. Reservations shall be conditional upon confirmation of all services by suppliers. A booking is made with Voyages & Journeys when either a client confirms that would like to accept our written or verbal quotation; or when a deposit is made. Deposits are non-refundable. 6. Flight reservations: The responsibility for availability, time, type of equipment, stopovers and airport information falls entirely upon airline companies. The client must reconfirm the flight time(s) with the airline company. Voyages & Journeys cannot be held responsible for any change in flight times by airline companies. Price information given by search tool or travel consultant is based on flight availability for that time and, at least, for 1 passenger. The quoted prices may not include additional services as for instance meals on board, luggage, check-in, etc. The client, if not informed at the moment of the reservation, shall get in contact with Voyages & Journeys. Fares are usually restrictive and non-refundable; this information being made available before reservation. Voyages & Journeys is not responsible for any luggage. The client has the obligation to submit a complaint to the service provider entity in case of deduction, deterioration or destruction of his luggage. In case of damage in his luggage, the complaint shall be addressed in writing to the carrier immediately after the damage, within 7 days at the utmost, from delivery of the same (may vary between airlines). If there is a delay in delivering the luggage, the complaint shall be made within 21 days as from the delivery of the same (also may vary between airlines). The client must have all the personal and family documentation valid, (identity card, military documents, minors travel authorization, visas, vaccination certificate, and/or others that may also be required). Voyages & Journeys declines any responsibility for visa denial or non-permission to enter a country; any cost that the client may incur with this shall entirely be for the client’s account and risk. Furthermore, the client agrees to reimburse Voyages & Journeys in relation to any fines or other losses which we incur as a result of failure to comply with any passport, visa, immigration requirements or health formalities. ​ 7. Accommodation reservations: Voyages & Journeys offers accommodation reservation in its website, through reservation call centres and/or direct contact. Suppliers are entirely responsible for accommodation availability and rates. Disclosed rates are dynamic and are subject to change if reservation is not immediately made. Any special requests shall be reported to service provider and cannot be ensured by Voyages & Journeys. The provider makes available a description of its premises and services, being the only one responsible for the disclosed information. Check-in and check-out times, meal plans and drinks may vary and the client, if not informed at time of reservation, should get in contact with Voyages & Journeys. 8. Car rental: Voyages & Journeys acts as an intermediary between the client and the car rental company, forwarding the car rental requests directly to a third-party. The selected supplier shall be responsible for price information, type of vehicle, delivery location and all other information relating to the car rental. The client, when accepting the reservation is subject to the conditions of the hired car rental company. Voyages & Journeys is not responsible for any supplier default. 9. Changes and cancellations: Whenever a client, registered for a certain trip, wishes to change to a different trip or to a different date, or other possible changes, subject to suppliers allowing the request, the client shall pay the difference in rate, plus the expenses associated with that change itself. Whilst Voyages & Journeys will do the best to assist to accommodate the changes, cannot guarantee that will be able to meet client’s requested change. Whenever there are reasonable reasons beyond Voyages & Journeys’s control, Voyages & Journeys can change the sequence of routes, change the departure times or replace any of the foreseen hotels for other of similar category and location, keeping the client informed of that change as soon as possible. Listed prices are based in the cost of services and exchange rates in force on the date of its publication. Therefore, are subject to change as a result of the cost of transports, fuel, duties, taxes, rates and/or exchange fluctuations before the date of the trip. In case of exchange fluctuations, the calculation shall be made considering the difference between the exchange rate in force on the date of publication and the date on which this change is reported to the client. The client is free to withdraw from the trip at any time. This cancellation requires that the client will be responsible for the payment of any charges and for a percentage that can amount to up 20% of the total price. Please note that in a cancellation (by the client or in exceptional circumstances by Voyages & Journeys), we (Voyages & Journeys) are unable to return any costs that we are unable to recover from suppliers, agents, representatives or other parties or entities involved in the design or implantation of the travel plans. If the client is forced to return home early, Voyages & Journeys cannot refund the cost of any services not used. If the client cuts short a trip and returns home early in circumstances where has no reasonable cause for complaint about the standard services provided, Voyages & Journeys may not offer any refund for that part of the trip not completed, nor be liable for any associated costs incurred. 10. Complaints: Complaints can only be considered if submitted in writing to Voyages & Journeys within 30 days after service provision. In case of complaint due to failure to comply with hired services the client is entitled to apply to the Travel and Tourism Guarantee Fund, submitting a complaint to Turismo de Portugal at www.turismodeportugal.pt within 30 days after: (i) the end of the trip; or (ii) trip cancellation; or (iii) having become aware that the trip cannot be made for any reason ascribable to Voyages & Journeys. 11. Payment: The following payment methods are available: credit card or electronic (bank) transfer. Voyages & Journeys may elect a payment method based on experience in a certain region or for any other reason. Client should be informed on the payment method. Voyages & Journeys reserves the right to return a deposit and decline to issue a confirmation at its absolute discretion. The total amount received in the bank must be no less than the full amount shown on the final invoice and paid in the invoiced denomination. If sending money by electronic transfer, then the client must pay all of own banking fees involved in the transfer. Travel documents are issued after payment and proof of payment. Reservations that have not been paid within the deadlines provided or in case suspicion of fraud can be cancelled. In case of suspicion of fraud with credit cards, Voyages & Journeys may request a copy of the credit card used and a copy of the user’s identification document. In case of a situation of fraud, services are automatically cancelled even if travel documents have already been issued or even if the trip and/or stay has already started. 12. Insurance: It is a condition that the client is fully insured for the selected destinations, activities and personal requirements. Please be advised that insurance should include health and repatriation, including search and rescue for all activities. Policies should also include adequate cancellation and personal belongings (whether by theft, damage or loss) insurance to the full value of the trip and activities. The client can be required to provide documentary evidence of travel insurance prior to departure. Voyages & Journeys reserves the right to refuse participation on a trip if no proof of adequate, valid insurance for the trip and planned activities is provided. Please note that, while we may require evidence that the client has obtained insurance cover, we will not check the chosen insurance policy for suitability, and we make no representations that it is appropriate for the needs. 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  • Reis met een Doel | Voyages & Journeys

    Unieke Avonturen Jacht Expedities Ontdek De Numinous Wie Zijn Wij EN PT NL Home - Ons - Reis met een Doel Reis met een Doel Naast onze passie voor avonturen vol met adrenaline, onze liefde voor het leren over andere culturen, tradities en hun geschiedenis, is de belangrijkste reden dat we V&J hebben opgericht dat we met elk reisschema of avontuur echt een verschil maken. Het steunen van de strijd tegen klimaatverandering, leer en ervaar bij het helpen van natuurbehoud projecten, ondersteun K9 en anti-stroperij rangers, natuuropvangcentra ’s en reservaten die de dieren in het wild beschermen, echte projecten die een verschil maken en geen misbruik maken de financiering die ze ontvangen. We creëren de meest opmerkelijke reizen en privé-evenementen in de meest uitzonderlijke bestemmingen, vrijgezellenfeesten, verjaardagen, huwelijksreizen, familiereünies, vriendenuitjes, noem maar op, maar we doen dit altijd op een ethische manier, ongeacht waar, de lokale gemeenschap en het milieu is altijd gebaat bij onze aanwezigheid, dat noemen we verantwoord reizen. Klanten die met V&J reizen zijn doorgewinterde reizigers en lopen meestal met de vraag: wat nu? Dit is precies waar V&J in gespecialiseerd is, wij gaan verder dan het buitengewone. We combineren de inspiratie van de klant en creëren planningen waarin we educatief en onvergetelijk entertainment combineren dat laat zien hoe zinvolle inspanningen voor natuurbehoud eruitzien en kennis biedt die de gehele ervaring verrijken. Deze activiteiten zijn onder meer, het assisteren bij het herstel van koraalriffen op de Malediven of de Fiji-eilanden, de Afrikaanse bush ingaan en dierenartsen en rangers helpen om tags in de oor van een neushoorn te plaatsten in Zuid-Afrika, bezoek baanbrekende opvangcentra ‘s voor wilde dieren die olifanten, neushoorns en vele andere dieren in het wild redden, beschermen en rehabiliteren in Kenia of ontdek de schoonheid van onze onderwaterwereld zoals de Cocos-eilanden of de Stille Zuidzee samen met mariene biologen en wetenschappers en ervaar uit de eerste hand over het behoud van het oceaanleven, doe vrijwilligerswerk en help bij het behoud van zeeschildpadden in São Tomé & Principe. “Sadly, there are still a lot of so-called sea turtle experiences where tourists are allowed to engage in activities that represent a serious problem and are not really helpful.” – Vanessa Mestre Through the last years we build a unique network of wildlife scientists, veterinarians, rangers, wildlife photographers and conservation projects that are experts in handling wildlife, so that you can interact with them on a way that you have never imagined before, and in a safe manner – creating truly life changing experiences. Onze ecosystemen herbergen niet alleen dieren in het wild en prachtige landschappen, ze omvatten ook lokale gemeenschappen, uit onze ervaring hebben natuurbehoudsinspanningen het ultieme effect wanneer de getroffen gemeenschappen het werk zelf actief ondersteunen en leiden, deze aanpak heeft echt het meeste effect! Bijvoorbeeld in Kenia, waar de lokale bevolking die vroeger wilde dieren jaagde om te overleven, nu worden heropgeleid tot boswachters of dierenopvangmedewerkers die nu hun leven wijden aan het behoud van dieren in het wild en hun omgeving, de bewoners van de Malediven van Moorea in Fiji die complete koraalriffen herstellen of in São Tomé & Principe, waar voormalige vissers die vroeger op schildpadden jaagden, nu deel uitmaken van het team dat helpt om de soort te behouden. Maar zoals we allemaal weten, zijn er in sommige landen meestal financiële beperkingen. Om verantwoord te reizen, of hoe wij het graag noemen 'reis met een doel', helpen en ondersteunen we de benodigde beschermingsinspanningen zoals het scholen en trainen van rangers, het financieren van de benodigde uitrusting voor de K9 en ranger teams, voedsel voor de dieren, benodigdheden en onderhoud voor dierenartsen en opvangcentrums voor dieren in het wild. Door te reizen met V&J doneer je direct aan deze natuurbeschermingsorganisaties die in staat zijn om de lokale gemeenschappen deel te laten nemen en te laten profiteren van natuurbehoud, dit is echt net zo fundamenteel als het kunnen leven en overleven van wilde dieren in hun omgeving. RNAVT 7818 Bedrijf geregistreerd in Portugal Privacybeleid Algemene Voorwaarden > Neem Contact Op info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Life-enhancing Experiences | Voyages & Journeys

    You can design and create, and build the most wonderful place in the world. But it takes people to make the dream a reality. - Walt Disney - Space Adventures Unique Adventures Yacht Expeditions Explore The Branch The Numinous About Us BOAT International The natural world is capable of amazing displays – with many best viewed from on board. ​ - Olivia Michel - » Read More « How do We O perate ​ The adventures and journeys that we design are innovative and ambitious. Every itinerary is tailored completely to you, your family, or your group requirements. ​ A trustworthy relationship is the our main goal and we will start by getting to know each other. ​ ​ » Read More « Extreme Destinations The possibilities outside standard yachting routes and the best destinations for the u ltimate ad venture. » Re ad M ore « Ocean Bottle We joined forces with a groundbreaking sustainable bottle company. With small actions we can create a massive impact. » Read M ore « Aurora Borealis Be captivated by the beautiful dancing waves of light that will be displayed right before your eyes to the amusement of everyone. » Read M ore « Contact Us

  • Waarom Reizen met Ons | Voyages & Journeys

    Unieke Avonturen Jacht Expedities Ontdek De Numinous Wie Zijn Wij EN PT NL Home - Ons - Waarom Reizen met Ons Waarom Reizen met Ons Wij zijn hier om jou naar de uiteinden van de wereld te brengen en je doelbewust door de meest bijzondere paradijzen te leiden. Voor ons is reizen meer dan een passie, het is een educatief hulpmiddel om meer te leren over onszelf, onze planeet en haar adembenemende biodiversiteit en diversiteit, die de ervaring echt enorm verrijken. Geboren uit twee oprichters die over de hele wereld hebben gereisd en nog steeds reizen, zijn ze erop uit om het luxe reizen te transformeren “er is zoveel meer mogelijk dan men weet” – Vanessa Mestre Tijdens onze reizen hebben we werkelijk adembenemende plekken bezocht, interactie gehad met culturen die ons echt een zijde van het leven hebben geleerd dat voor ons totaal onbekend was, er waren momenten die ons leven echt veranderd hebben. Wat ons compleet overrompeld heeft, is de impact die onze aanwezigheid had op de lokale gemeenschap en het milieu. Tijdens onze reizen in Sumatra, Indonesië, bezochten we het UNESCO Leuser World Heritage-ecosysteem, de laatste plek op aarde waar tijgers, olifanten, orang-oetans en neushoorns nog in het wild samenleven. De FKL-rangers die ons door de dichte jungle leidden, toonden ons de werkelijk magische band tussen dieren in het wild en hun ecosysteem en het belang om het te beschermen. Jammer genoeg kregen we ook de vernietiging van hun ecosysteem te zien, illegale stroperij en de impact van grote industrieën, het is een beeld dat je nooit zult vergeten. Momenten als deze maakten ons bewust van hoe impactvol het is om doelgericht te reizen, en Voyages & Journeys weerspiegelt de waarden en ervaringen waar wij voor staan. Momenten gecreëerd door jouw inspiratie Waar hou je van? Wat vind je niet leuk? Wat is je passie? Waar ligt jouw nieuwsgierigheid? Dit zijn enkele van de vragen die bij het plannen van een perfecte reis komen kijken. We willen het echt allemaal weten. We beginnen altijd met een kennismakingsgesprek onder het genot van een lunch, een borrel of middels een videogesprek om uit te leggen wie we zijn en waar V&J voor staat dan beginnen we met een blanco vel papier, waar we geheel op basis van jouw inspiratie en ideeën jouw avontuur creëren. Bij V&J zijn we er trots op dat elke reis of elk spectaculair avontuur volledig door onszelf wordt gecreëerd, we werken niet met kant-en-klare routes of de reisroute van iemand anders. Uw inspiratie bepaalt de richting waarin wij de onvergelijkbare route op creëren die de meest deskundige reiziger uitdaagt. Our expertise makes it possible Whether it is sailing to Antarctica to witness the Solar Eclipse, going on a diving expedition around the Cocos Islands, guiding you to the far edges of Lapland, or through the wilderness of British Columbia; we understand more than ever that it takes a team of world experts to please the truly curious minds. Archaeologists, astronomers, anthropologists, marine biologists, professional photographers, naturalists and amazing conservation projects, the list goes on. Together with our unique network of specialists and industry partners, we outmanoeuvre the most challenging obstacles and turn them into exciting opportunities. Elke dag gaan zijn wij op zoek naar het nieuwe en opwindende De evolutietheorie van Charles Darwin stelt dat evolutie plaatsvindt door natuurlijke selectie. Individuen in een soort vertonen variatie in fysieke kenmerken. (…) Als gevolg daarvan overleven de individuen die het meest geschikt zijn voor hun omgeving, en als ze voldoende tijd krijgen, zal de soort geleidelijk evolueren. Dit is een goede analogie voor de liefde voor reizen, er is altijd iets nieuws en spannends om te ontdekken en te ervaren. In Jasper zijn eigen woorden "Het is een honger die nooit stilstaat" Elke dag communiceert ons team met specialisten en lokale gemeenschappen, zijn we op zoek naar het buitengewone, kijken we hoe we toegang kunnen krijgen tot de meest opmerkelijke locaties ter wereld en hoe we daar een onvergetelijke ervaring om heen kunnen creëren. Tijdens onze reizen kijken wij zeer nauwkeurig hoe we de lokale gemeenschap en lokale natuurbeschermingsprojecten kunnen helpen, zodat we ervoor zorgen dat het milieu en de lokale gemeenschap profiteren van onze reizen. Opgericht in 2017 en constant verhogen wij de lat Dag in dag uit, jaar na jaar ontwikkelen wij voortdurend onze kennis, openen we steeds meer deuren die voor de meesten gesloten zijn, ontwikkelen we avonturen die niet voor de zwakzinning zijn, reizen die de zeven continenten verbinden met onze oceanen. Wij bieden onze klanten ervaringen die veranderen in herinneringen en verhalen die een leven lang meegaan, reizen zoals ze nog nooit eerder hebben meegemaakt. RNAVT 7818 Bedrijf geregistreerd in Portugal Privacybeleid Algemene Voorwaarden > Neem Contact Op info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Onze Beloftee | Voyages & Journeys

    Unieke Avonturen Jacht Expedities Ontdek De Numinous Wie Zijn Wij EN PT NL Home - Ons - Onze Beloftee Onze Beloftee Terwijl we vooruitkijken naar toekomstige reisplannen, weten we allemaal dat er zoveel is veranderd. Bij V&J willen we dat u zich zelfverzekerd voelt wanneer u beslist of u een vakantie bij ons boekt. Flexibiliteit krijgt nu meer dan ooit het belang dat het verdient. U wilt garanties dat alle reisplannen die u maakt flexibel, veilig en volledig ondersteund zijn. Werken met een reisorganisatie zoals V&J betekent dat u alle benodigde ondersteuning en zekerheid tot uw beschikking heeft dat elk detail zorgvuldig wordt gepland, we ontwerpen onze reizen op zo'n manier dat het u en uw reisgenoten totale gemoedsrust geeft om te ontspannen en te genieten van je welverdiende tijd weg. Plan met betrouwbaarheid Wanneer we beginnen met het creëren van uw op maat gemaakte reis, houden wij rekening met elk klein detail met absolute precisie. Vanwege onze ervaring met het werken in de meest afgelegen en barre omgevingen over de hele wereld, zijn we gewend om te anticiperen, aan te passen, bij te werken en uit te voeren. Dankzij onze geweldige partners die zelf pioniers zijn in hun vak, worden we voortdurend op de hoogte gehouden van de reisregels en -beperkingen over de hele wereld. Om ervoor te zorgen dat we onvergetelijke momenten leveren die veranderen in herinneringen en verhalen die een leven lang meegaan. Travel insurance As a safe travel partner from Global Rescue, we are delighted to say that we can take you to the most remote places on earth safely, secured, and with medical evacuation coverage for the harshest environments. We can offer travel insurance guidance and together with your designated travel specialist you can go over the details to seek advice, to have all the necessary arrangements in place – for example, if you have tested positive for Covid-19 you have to go into quarantine and are denied travelling and professional help can help you to navigate through the bureaucracy. Speak to your travel specialist, and we will guide you through the procedures and actions to be taken. Digitale beveiliging tijdens het reizen Zowel uw veiligheid als uw vitale digitale informatie kan in gevaar komen wanneer u reist. Als verantwoordelijke reisorganisatie is het belangrijk om u de risico's uit te leggen en te laten begrijpen en te leren hoe uw uzelf kunt beschermen wanneer u zich in een vreemd land bevindt met onbekende digitale dreigingen. Samen met jou V&J reisspecialist voeren we, zoals we graag zeggen, een “digitale zorgvuldigheid test” die vooraf een aantal grote kopzorgen kan besparen, waaronder gecompromitteerde privégegevens, diefstal van persoonlijke informatie en zelfs gestolen identiteiten. Vertrouwelijk op avontuur We zijn trots op onze aanpak en werkethiek om de veiligheid van de klant te waarborgen. Vooral nu het van cruciaal belang is om te zorgen voor veilig en zorgeloos reizen voor iedereen die met V&J reist. We werken wereldwijd met vertrouwde leveranciers, waar u ook van plan bent uw vakantie door te brengen, we staan 24/7 voor u klaar als er ondersteuning nodig is. Ons doel is om ervoor te zorgen dat uw vrije tijd helemaal in het teken staat van genieten. Laat V&J alles regelen om u te helpen veilig te verkennen RNAVT 7818 Bedrijf geregistreerd in Portugal Privacybeleid Algemene Voorwaarden > Neem Contact Op info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Press | Voyages & Journeys

    There is nothing in your destiny, nothing in your future that you cannot accomplish. - Larry King - Together with our trusted industry Partners we design and execute the most extravagant adventures and voyages to the ends of the earth. During these tailored-made itineraries we showcase what we are most passion about - exploring this beautiful planet with purpose. From hidden getaways close to home, a family retreat for your summer holiday, or adventurous lodges located on the most epic locations; to extreme adventures and out of this world yacht expeditions with destinations that are located far away from the habited world. Every detail just makes sense. Through these amazing publications, read more about how we set out to change your perspective on how to unveil incredible locations with unforgettable journeys. Home - V&J in the Press V&J in the Press BOAT INTERNATIONAL Luckily not everything that goes wrong is quite so life-and-death. Sometimes it’s about managing expectations. Read More BOAT INTERNATIONAL The natural world is capable of amazing displays – with many best viewed from on board. Read More TALKIES MAN [Available only in NL] The sky is the limit, van culinaire ruimtereizen tot duiken met haaien. Read More TEMPUS The passion of travel curators Vanessa and Jasper from Voyages & Journeys surpasses the norm. Read More DE TELEGRAAF [Available only in NL] We waren verlamd van ontzag en pracht. Die ene magische reis. Read More MASTERS EXPO When you travel with Voyages & Journeys, you can be sure you are in for something extraordinary. Read More MASTERS EXPO His goal? To let people discover the exceptional planet and create everlasting memories. Read More

  • BOAT Int

    Home - V&J in Press - BOAT International BOAT International October-2023 Luckily not everything that goes wrong is quite so life-and-death. Sometimes it’s about managing expectations. - Sam Fortescue - Even the most experienced adventurers face the odd mishap at sea. BOAT talked to our Co-Founder Jasper Sigon on how V&J endures their own challenges on the water. Luckily not everything that goes wrong is quite so life-and-death. Sometimes it’s about managing expectations. Jasper Sigon of bespoke yacht charter specialist Voyages and Journeys remembers a client getting hot and bothered about a delayed flight home via Paris after an expedition. "We ended up arranging a private lunch at L'Ambroisie to kill the extra time and everyone was super happy." - Written by Sam Fortescue and published in the article, Epic passages: around the world in 80 mistakes , from Boat International . Today, we see a lot of individuals or even travel agencies marketing yacht charter services on the mainstream media channels. Since Covid-19 it has become an upcoming market in the travel industry, especially now that these concepts are trending. We even see it on the yacht exhibitions, like Fort Lauderdale and the Monaco yacht show. In Jasper’s personal opinion is not a good development because, there is so much more to it than to just to provide a yacht charter. Unfortunately, for most of the time, these entities will offer a yacht and a destination, then the Client will be forwarded to a Broker to sign the charter contract and they will take care for the basic preparations for the charter and then during the charter the Captain will see what the possibilities are for anchor points. This is such a sad development and definitely not worth the amount of money you pay for a yacht charter. It is not the responsibility of the Broker - the Broker is there for the crew, maintenance and yacht management as service to the owner. It is V&J's responsibility to provide an unforgettable itinerary, and that is why we always have a V&J maritime specialist onboard - to support the Captain and Crew wherever needed and guide them through the itinerary. This way, the Captain and Crew can purely focus on the comfort during the sailing route, what is essential. “You consult an accountant when you need help with your money and a lawyer when you need help with legal issues. Therefore, you should consult a yacht specialist to plan your yacht charter vacation and build your experience portfolio. – Jasper Our Co-Founder, Jasper, has 7 years’ experience at land at sea, by working onshore and offshore drilling platforms located in the harshest environments, like the North Sea. Vanessa, the other V&J Co-Founder, brings more than 11 years of experience of not only operating but also managing operations in remote areas of the world where in addition to the logistic changes, one may have to plan for piracy threat. According to both, there is no bigger challenge that to plan drilling operations offshore where all the planets need to be perfectly aligned. Their background brings to V&J a unique set of skills and knowledge from operations at sea. “Here’s a saying among the boating fraternity that sailors come in two varieties: those who have run aground and those who lie about it. The idea has been claimed and attributed to numerous salty characters down the years but, regardless of its origin, it illuminates a fundamental truth about yachting. That sooner or later, things will go wrong.” – Sam Fortescue, Freelance marine writer Chartering a yacht is a process, where we take every tiny detail in consideration and carry them all out in house. The process of chartering a yacht with V&J goes as follows: 1. Start to understand Client’s past yacht experiences, in order to manage expectations and explain how the process looks like with us. 2. Define the type of yacht that will fit the best with the wishes, budget, destination to explore, and most importantly, the best weather window for such an expedition. 3. Contact the central Broker and Owner of the chosen yacht to confirm requirements and request a draft of the yacht charter contract. What is the difference between a Broker and a central yacht Broker? The central Broker is the direct yacht management company of the yacht, the one that has a direct line with the owner. The majority of all yacht Brokers always have to go to the central yacht Broker. If possible, we try to eliminate this step because it represents a big hazzard for planning and it has many ingredients to jeopardize the ideal planning. We strive to ensure a direct line of communication; one of the keys aspects to safely and successfully operate in maritime environments. 4. After gathering all the information, we will sit down and go through every little detail with the Client, advise and even negotiate on behalf if needed. 5. When every party involved agrees to the terms, before signing the contract we will schedule a site visit to the yacht (if possible), so that the Client can meet the crew and get an impression of the yacht. 6. When the Client gives the green light, the contract will be signed, and the first payments will be made. 7. In the meantime we will start creating the voyage and map out the anchor points, permits, supplies, activities, third parties, docking, flights, safety procedures, etc. This normally happens when you step aboard your vessel and discuss the possibilities with the captain while spending your first night in docks. At V&J we do this inhouse; we operate with our own harbour agencies and local partners around the world, and we communicate this directly to the captain onboard in advanced. Like this we have everything in our control, a direct line of communications, this also takes away some stress points for the captain so that he/ she can fully concentrate on the voyage. 8. When everything is double checked and approved by the Client and owner of the yacht, we request the last payment and confirm every detail. 9. At the end of the voyage, we will receive the APA overview (Advance Provisioning Allowance) - this is the part of the total yacht payment required to cover the flexible costs for preparations, requested supplies, port fees, mooring, permits, fuel, communications, third party services, itinerary, food, beverages, etc. We will go over this overview with the client to see if everything is correct, and the remaining value will be transferred back to the Client. A very important aspect for V&J is that we always suggest adding marine conservation efforts into our yacht expeditions. During the first contacts with the Client, we evaluate the possibility and interest to donate a pre-defined amount of time and space onboard (if applicable) to local or international marine conservation projects. This initiative always results in unforgettable experiences for the Client, such as tagging Tiger Sharks or testing new equipment, restoring Coral Reefs, or creating observation reports about unreachable parts of the ocean. It brings the Client directly in touch with marine life, and it is a true life-enhancing experience. To ensure a memorable yachting experience there is always a V&J yacht specialist onboard during the voyage, so that the Client always has a central point of communication, and the Captain and Crew will have a Focal Point to rely for special operations or to deal with Client’s wish-list. As the article from Boat international describes, we can never rule out something going wrong or not going according to plan, especially while afloat and being depending on weather. This is where knowledge and experience come in. We know very well how to anticipate and prepare for these situations and to voyages to the ends of the earth and outside the main sailing routes, so we can always adapt and act on it. “Expect the unexpected and prepare. These are standard practices operating offshore.”- Jasper Sigon < Previous Article Next Article >

  • BOAT Int NL

    BOAT Int NL Unieke Avonturen Jacht Expedities Ontdek De Numinous Wie Zijn Wij EN PT NL Home - V&J in de Media - BOAT International BOAT International Oktober-2023 Luckily not everything that goes wrong is quite so life-and-death. Sometimes it’s about managing expectations. - Sam Fortescue - Even the most experienced adventurers face the odd mishap at sea. BOAT talked to our Co-Founder Jasper Sigon on how V&J endures their own challenges on the water. Luckily not everything that goes wrong is quite so life-and-death. Sometimes it’s about managing expectations. Jasper Sigon of bespoke yacht charter specialist Voyages and Journeys remembers a client getting hot and bothered about a delayed flight home via Paris after an expedition. "We ended up arranging a private lunch at L'Ambroisie to kill the extra time and everyone was super happy." - Written by Sam Fortescue and published in the article, Epic passages: around the world in 80 mistakes , from Boat International . Today, we see a lot of individuals or even travel agencies marketing yacht charter services on the mainstream media channels. Since Covid-19 it has become an upcoming market in the travel industry, especially now that these concepts are trending. We even see it on the yacht exhibitions, like Fort Lauderdale and the Monaco yacht show. In Jasper’s personal opinion is not a good development because, there is so much more to it than to just to provide a yacht charter. Unfortunately, for most of the time, these entities will offer a yacht and a destination, then the Client will be forwarded to a Broker to sign the charter contract and they will take care for the basic preparations for the charter and then during the charter the Captain will see what the possibilities are for anchor points. This is such a sad development and definitely not worth the amount of money you pay for a yacht charter. It is not the responsibility of the Broker - the Broker is there for the crew, maintenance and yacht management as service to the owner. It is V&J's responsibility to provide an unforgettable itinerary, and that is why we always have a V&J maritime specialist onboard - to support the Captain and Crew wherever needed and guide them through the itinerary. This way, the Captain and Crew can purely focus on the comfort during the sailing route, what is essential. “You consult an accountant when you need help with your money and a lawyer when you need help with legal issues. Therefore, you should consult a yacht specialist to plan your yacht charter vacation and build your experience portfolio. – Jasper Our Co-Founder, Jasper, has 7 years’ experience at land at sea, by working onshore and offshore drilling platforms located in the harshest environments, like the North Sea. Vanessa, the other V&J Co-Founder, brings more than 11 years of experience of not only operating but also managing operations in remote areas of the world where in addition to the logistic changes, one may have to plan for piracy threat. According to both, there is no bigger challenge that to plan drilling operations offshore where all the planets need to be perfectly aligned. Their background brings to V&J a unique set of skills and knowledge from operations at sea. “Here’s a saying among the boating fraternity that sailors come in two varieties: those who have run aground and those who lie about it. The idea has been claimed and attributed to numerous salty characters down the years but, regardless of its origin, it illuminates a fundamental truth about yachting. That sooner or later, things will go wrong.” – Sam Fortescue, Freelance marine writer Chartering a yacht is a process, where we take every tiny detail in consideration and carry them all out in house. The process of chartering a yacht with V&J goes as follows: 1. Start to understand Client’s past yacht experiences, in order to manage expectations and explain how the process looks like with us. 2. Define the type of yacht that will fit the best with the wishes, budget, destination to explore, and most importantly, the best weather window for such an expedition. 3. Contact the central Broker and Owner of the chosen yacht to confirm requirements and request a draft of the yacht charter contract. What is the difference between a Broker and a central yacht Broker? The central Broker is the direct yacht management company of the yacht, the one that has a direct line with the owner. The majority of all yacht Brokers always have to go to the central yacht Broker. If possible, we try to eliminate this step because it represents a big hazzard for planning and it has many ingredients to jeopardize the ideal planning. We strive to ensure a direct line of communication; one of the keys aspects to safely and successfully operate in maritime environments. 4. After gathering all the information, we will sit down and go through every little detail with the Client, advise and even negotiate on behalf if needed. 5. When every party involved agrees to the terms, before signing the contract we will schedule a site visit to the yacht (if possible), so that the Client can meet the crew and get an impression of the yacht. 6. When the Client gives the green light, the contract will be signed, and the first payments will be made. 7. In the meantime we will start creating the voyage and map out the anchor points, permits, supplies, activities, third parties, docking, flights, safety procedures, etc. This normally happens when you step aboard your vessel and discuss the possibilities with the captain while spending your first night in docks. At V&J we do this inhouse; we operate with our own harbour agencies and local partners around the world, and we communicate this directly to the captain onboard in advanced. Like this we have everything in our control, a direct line of communications, this also takes away some stress points for the captain so that he/ she can fully concentrate on the voyage. 8. When everything is double checked and approved by the Client and owner of the yacht, we request the last payment and confirm every detail. 9. At the end of the voyage, we will receive the APA overview (Advance Provisioning Allowance) - this is the part of the total yacht payment required to cover the flexible costs for preparations, requested supplies, port fees, mooring, permits, fuel, communications, third party services, itinerary, food, beverages, etc. We will go over this overview with the client to see if everything is correct, and the remaining value will be transferred back to the Client. A very important aspect for V&J is that we always suggest adding marine conservation efforts into our yacht expeditions. During the first contacts with the Client, we evaluate the possibility and interest to donate a pre-defined amount of time and space onboard (if applicable) to local or international marine conservation projects. This initiative always results in unforgettable experiences for the Client, such as tagging Tiger Sharks or testing new equipment, restoring Coral Reefs, or creating observation reports about unreachable parts of the ocean. It brings the Client directly in touch with marine life, and it is a true life-enhancing experience. To ensure a memorable yachting experience there is always a V&J yacht specialist onboard during the voyage, so that the Client always has a central point of communication, and the Captain and Crew will have a Focal Point to rely for special operations or to deal with Client’s wish-list. As the article from Boat international describes, we can never rule out something going wrong or not going according to plan, especially while afloat and being depending on weather. This is where knowledge and experience come in. We know very well how to anticipate and prepare for these situations and to voyages to the ends of the earth and outside the main sailing routes, so we can always adapt and act on it. “Expect the unexpected and prepare. These are standard practices operating offshore.”- Jasper Sigon < Vorig Artikel Volgend Artikel > RNAVT 7818 Bedrijf geregistreerd in Portugal Privacybeleid Algemene Voorwaarden > Neem Contact Op info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Media | Voyages & Journeys

    Home - V&J in de Media V&J in de Media Unieke Avonturen Jacht Expedities Ontdek De Numinous Wie Zijn Wij EN PT NL There is nothing in your destiny, nothing in your future that you cannot accomplish. - Larry King - Samen met onze geliefde en vertrouwde industriële partners ontwerpen en voeren wij de meest extravagante avonturen en reizen naar de uiteinden van de aarde uit. Tijdens deze op maat gemaakte planningen laten we onze specialisatie zien om onze prachtige planeet doelgericht te verkennen. Van de verborgen juweeltjes dicht bij huis, een familie verblijf tijdens de zomer of avontuurlijke lodges op de meest epische locaties tot extreme avonturen en uitzonderlijke jacht expedities met bestemmingen ver weg van de bewoonde wereld. Elk detail klopt gewoon. Lees meer via deze geweldige publicaties over hoe wij uw kijk op het verkennen van onze prachtige planeet zullen veranderen doormaten uw unieke en onvergetelijke reizen te laten ervaren. BOAT International [Beschikbaar in EN] Luckily not everything that goes wrong is quite so life-and-death. Lees Meer BOAT International [Beschikbaar in EN] The natural world is capable of amazing displays - with many best viewed from on board. Lees Meer Talkies Man Magazine Als travel curatoren stellen zij zorgvuldig op maat gemaakte reizen samen voor uiteenlopende cliënten. Lees Meer Tempus Magazine [Beschikbaar in EN] The passion of travel curators Vanessa and Jasper from V&J surpasses the norm. Lees Meer De Telegraaf Newspaper We waren verlamd van ontzag en pracht. Die ene magische reis, die dramavakantie in de koffer. Lees Meer Masters Expo Wanneer je met Voyages & Journeys reist, weet je zeker dat je iets bijzonders te wachten staat. Lees Meer Masters Expo Zijn doel? Mensen de uitzonderlijke planeet te laten ontdekken en eeuwige herinneringen creëren. Lees Meer RNAVT 7818 Bedrijf geregistreerd in Portugal Privacybeleid Algemene Voorwaarden > Neem Contact Op info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Pacific Yellowfin NL | Voyages & Journeys

    Unieke Avonturen Jacht Expedities Ontdek De Numinous Wie Zijn Wij EN PT NL Home - Jacht Expedities - Jachten - Pacific Yellowfin Pacific Yellowfin Gasten: 8 (optionee 12) Jaar: 1943 Refit: 2003 Lengte: 34.75m Cabines: 4 Crew: 5-6 Prijs: Vanaf €140.000/week Pacific Yellowfin is een historisch jacht uit 1943, deze klassieke houten boot heeft een spannend leven geleid van spionageschip tot onderzoeksschip tot woonboot. Ze is in 2003 opnieuw ingericht met voldoende moderne voorzieningen om maximaal comfort te garanderen zonder de klassieke nautische stijl of het doordringende gevoel van traditie en geschiedenis op te offeren, ze is echt gemaakt voor plezier en verkenning. Gevestigd in de oeroude wildernis van Brits-Columbia ben je meer dan klaar om de scherpe granietpieken van de Coast Mountains, beboste eilanden en majestueuze fjorden van adembenemende Desolation Sound en Great Bear Rainforest te verkennen. Volg het schema van de natuur en vaar naast orka's, de machtige bultrug, zeeleeuwen en prachtige Amerikaanse zeearenden. Probeer de dagelijkse kleine bootexcursies die je diep in de wilde schoonheid van het regenwoud brengen. Trek door de Inside Passage naar het wild van het Great Bear Rainforest en maak een begeleide tocht door het bos waar de beruchte grizzly, zwarte beer en de betoverde geestenbeer leven. Kajak door afgelegen fjorden die langs de kustlijn liggen. Bezoek historische culturele bezienswaardigheden van de First Nations en bezoek afgelegen dorpen. Ervaar samen met de geweldige bemanning aan boord hoe het is om je eigen mosselen, garnalen, oesters en krabben te oogsten voor een overheerlijke lunch met zeevruchten aan de prachtige kustlijnen of dineer aan boord. De lay-out van Pacific Yellowfin is goed doordacht, het brengt de gasten echt samen voor maaltijden en gezelligheid op het hoofddek, terwijl het warme, glanzende mahonie en het traditionele, nautische ontwerp de perfecte plek bieden om te ontspannen na een lange dag in de wateren rond British Columbia. Dit is echt een ongeëvenaard charteravontuur door de adembenemende schoonheid van de kalme kustwateren van British Columbia. Kenmerken Toys Gebruik het grote aanbod aan waterspeelgoed, tenders en zelfs mountainbikes om elke inham, baai en het prachtige terrein van British Columbia te verkennen. Tenders & Toys Please note that tenders and toys are subject to regular upgrades and changes. We will update you on the latest information. 3 x Aluminium tenders 7 x Mountain bikes 7 x Honda ruckus scooters 3 x Paddleboards 5 x Single kayaks 1 x 40in Slide 2 x Double kayaks 2 x Inflatable trampolines 5 x Inflatable tubes 3 x Wakeboards 3 x Water skis Galerij < Vorige Jacht Volgende Jacht > RNAVT 7818 Bedrijf geregistreerd in Portugal Privacybeleid Algemene Voorwaarden > Neem Contact Op info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Manitoba | Voyages & Journeys

    Home - Unique Adventures - Manitoba Manitoba The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences, and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon, for each day to have a new and different sun. - Christopher McCandless - Travel to the edge of the Arctic also known as the Polar Bear capital of the world. It’s here where the planet's largest land carnivores spend the summer and await winter. Fly over the spectacular arctic tundra to the most remote and beautiful lodge in Manitoba, walk in the open air and come face to face with polar bears, nowhere else in the world can you have interactions with beluga whales that you can have here. Experience life-changing wildlife encounters and wilderness adventures. Create a deep connection to the northern ecosystems. With a backdrop of Manitoba’s tundra alive with abundant flora and fauna, this astonishing destination combines the thrill of seeing and hearing beluga whales, with the adrenaline rush of witnessing polar bears in their own habitat and this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the array of wildlife you will see. Black bears, wolves, coloured and Arctic fox, Arctic hare, moose, the spectacle of hundreds of bird species blanketing the summer sky provides a serene reminder that you cannot get any closer to nature. Each day you will be served with culinary highlights that incorporate local ingredients and recipes inspired by the chef Helen Webber and Marie Woolsey, from the award-winning Blueberries and Polar Bears cookbook series, paired with hand-selected Canadian wines. A passion for adventure and creativity, both of which are reflected in the meals the chefs craft for guests using these wildly popular recipes. Manitoba is truly one of the most adventure-rich experiences offered anywhere in the world. Best Time to Go: September to October Let's start your Adventure

  • Marrakech, Marrocos | Voyages & Journeys

    Aventuras Únicas Expedições de Iate Explore Comunicações Sobre Nós EN PT NL Início - Aventuras Únicas - Marrakech Marrakech, Marrocos Viajar, oferece cem caminhos para a aventura e dá asas ao teu coração. - Ibn Battuta - Localizada no sopé árido das Montanhas Atlas, encontrará Marrakech, uma cidade cheia de vida, onde a sua viagem começa e onde sua aventura se inicia. Experimente a colorida cidade e as tradições marroquinas de uma maneira única. Marrakesh é uma antiga cidade imperial no oeste de Marrocos, um importante centro de belos palácios e jardins, a medina é um lugar cheio de vida e a cidade medieval remonta ao Império Berbere, com vielas labirínticas onde prósperos souks (mercados) vendem tecidos tradicionais, cerâmica e joalharia. A cerca de 70 km de Marraquexe encontra-se o Parque Nacional Toubkal localizado nas profundezas da cordilheira do Alto Atlas. Fundada em 1942, podemos encontrar a casa da montanha Jbel Toubkal, a 4167 metros de altitude. Caminhar por estas antigas aldeias do Vale Mizane é uma experiência incomparável. Descubra a vida rural Berbere a sul de Marrakech, no famoso Kik Plateau, um afloramento rochoso com vistas inspiradoras da região. Visite os assentos indígenas repletos de cultura e tradições. O deserto de pedras de Agafay é cercado por uma paisagem rochosa e árida, porém majestosa, que lembra uma cratera lunar, uma paisagem de muitos contrastes. Inúmeros trilhos espalham-se entre longos vales e planícies. Além dos luxuosos acampamentos no deserto, entre no buggy que o levará às profundezas da capital cultural de África 2020. Existem poucos lugares na Terra que se comparam às incríveis paisagens do Deserto do Saara. Aventure-se e passe a noite sob um dos céus mais belos e estrelados que já viu. Comece hoje mesmo a planear a sua aventura no deserto, uma oportunidade que não deve perder. Quando ir: Maio, Setembro & Outubro Vamos começar a Aventura RNAVT 7818 Empresa registada em Portugal Política de Privacidade Termos e Condições > Contacte-nos info@voyagesjourneys.com +351 917 800 008

  • Carlo Huisman | Voyages & Journeys

    Home - The Numinous - Carlo Huisman Carlo Huisman March-2021 Last week, on the other side of the world, in New Zealand, Carlo Huisman and the Emirates Team New Zealand won the American Cup for the second time in a row – a sailing trophy that has been competing for 170 years and it is the most prestigious prize in the sailing sport. This 36th edition was even more special, once that the spectacular race happened in front of their own home audience, in Waitemata Harbour in Auckland, City of Sails. Past January, we had the amazing opportunity to ask Carlo some questions, and now you can get to know more about this incredible talented sailor, the sailing sport and about New Zealand itself. Carlo Huisman started sailing when he was around 6 years old on the Friese Meren (lakes in the north of The Netherlands ). His dad used to take him and his older brother for sailing trips on platbodems (flat bottom sailing boat ), which in combination with the sailing camps during the summer period made him develop outstanding sailing skills. When Carlo was eleven years old, he started to get more competitive and by the time he turned 16, him and his brother were training in a 470 (double-handed monohull) and competing on a national level. It ended as quickly as it started, until he got invited to join a short offshore race, the Lighthouse Race – that was a turning point and when he really started to enjoy sailing on another level and began to sail exclusively sailing yachts. Today, Carlo Huisman has been a professional sailor for about six years, but he already has a trophy cabinet that only a few can match. He is known as one of the most gifted sailors in the world and together with his Emirates Team New Zealand he won not once but twice, one of the oldest and legendary regattas in the world of sailing – the 35th and the 36th edition of the America Cup – but he also won the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race with record holder Super Maxi Wild Oats; the Med on a Maxi 72; and he participated in the notorious Volvo Ocean Race with Team Brunel. Where does the passion and love for sailing come from? I started sailing at a young age and loved being out on the water. Sailing is a challenging sport which I really enjoy. I have played many different sport’s, but none give me as many challenges as sailing. I think this is the main reason I’ve always come back to sailing, I really believe it’s the most complete and ultimate challenge. You live in the beautiful country of New Zealand, full of exceptional environments. Did you already picked a favourite place to find tranquillity? New Zealand is fantastic and without a doubt one of the best places in the world. I would say my favourite place is the Hauraki Gulf where we train daily with Emirates Team New Zealand. The sailing conditions are perfect, and the scenery is as well. Three years ago, you won the 35th edition of the prestige America Cup, directly after you got selected by Bouwe Bekking for Team Brunel to sail the most challenging race in the world, The Volvo Ocean Race. How was that experience? I was extremely happy to get the opportunity to be part of a Volvo campaign. I never thought I would accomplish this same as the America’s Cup, but it was always a dream of mine. To be able to do both of these amazing sailing challenges back-to-back was unbelievable. Also, the quality of the campaigns I was joining could not be better. First the AC with Emirates Team New Zealand, which is an extremely experienced and well organized team. Then to join Bouwe Bekking for a Volvo, I learned so much from him and he is a fantastic skipper. It was pretty full on. The Volvo was a completely different challenge from the AC. During the AC you work extremely hard, but you still have your moments where you relax and can put your attention and mind to other things. The Volvo I found completely takes over your life and there is nothing else. You put your personal life on hold and focus completely on the race. It’s an extreme challenge and without a doubt the hardest thing I have ever done. We had some pretty bad weather during our lap, to my surprise I never got seasick. The biggest struggle was probably managing sleep. I got better at it after the first few legs but in the beginning I struggled with the lack of sleep a lot. From the start of Cape Town, I really started to enjoy the race a lot more and get comfortable in my role. The Southern Ocean legs and Transat were my favourite, and I liked the equator legs the least. In the end every leg had something special and the highs and lows often follow each other closely. Obviously, I was pretty green when I joined, I had done some offshore races but nothing like the Volvo. It’s quite intimidating but I like a challenge and tried to learn as much as I could from my teammates. It was nice to be part of Team Brunel with some others coming straight out of the AC like me, Peter Burling and Kyle Langford. Seeing them struggle in the beginning made me accept my own mistakes better as well. The way we developed as a team was something pretty special and I have a lot of respect for Bouwe that he kept us together even though the first legs weren't very good. You sailed the famous Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race with a record holder Wild Oats Maxi Yacht - how did you experience this in comparison with sailing a VO65? When they asked me to become bowman for Wild Oats, I was very happy but also intimidated by the role. I knew that it was going to be different from the VO65 and that I would join a very experienced and close team. The guys on the boat sailed together for many years and are all like family. In the beginning it was a bit difficult to mix in and also to learn all the aspects of the boat only a few weeks before the race started. The boat is pretty technical, and you have to communicate very well with the other crew to avoid mistakes. Things can go bad pretty quickly if you make a small mistake or get the timing wrong. After sailing a practice race, we made some significant changes to the boat and sail wardrobe that made it both perform better and also a lot easier to manage the work on the bow. I was impressed that the team and skipper were happy to listen to my feedback. Before there were some peels that were an absolute nightmare. The boat is extremely skinny on the bow and you literally don’t have enough room for the sails, so you have to manage this very carefully. The few days practice we had and changes we made proved crucial because it was a very close race. To sail my first Hobart with Wild Oats and win the Line Honours was unreal, the team did a great job. I feel very fortunate to get all these opportunities and always try to do the very best that I can. What is your favourite highlight so far? I have so many great moments that it would be hard to pick one. Winning the Cup, winning the Southern Ocean Leg with Brunel, becoming world champion with Maxi72 Momo. I just want to keep going and keep improving as a sailor. The world is in the grasp of COVID-19, but gradually there is some light at the end of the tunnel. What is next for you? I have several pretty exciting things lined up for after the Cup but some of it depends on how Covid develops. If the situation becomes better, I’m sure I will be doing a lot of sailing during the European summer. I look forward to the defence of this Cup first and that has my full attention. < Previous Article Next Article >

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