Sailing the British Virgin Islands can be a rewarding, wonderful, and, for many of us, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Even when traveling with a BVI yacht charter(many of which provide several amenities), there are definitely some things you'll want to have on hand for your comfort and safety during your adventure. Safety Essentials Being out on the open water can be a calming, freeing experience, but it is not without significant risk. Being prepared for emergency situations can mean the difference between life and death should such a situation arise. Many of these are readily available on charters. Life vests/personal flotation devices (PFDs) - Obviously the most prevalent risk is that of drowning. Ensure that every person on board is equipped with a properly fitted life vest, and keep a
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