(Newswire.net — February 4, 2013) Saint Thomas, US Virgin Islands — The dawning of a new year has kindled the hopes and dreams of many new tourists, as well as swimming, snorkeling and marine life enthusiasts who look forward to the wonders that their 2013 Caribbean sailing vacations will bring. While the previous year has seen the growth of the sailing industry in the area, featuring numerous new ships, departure points from a wide range of cities and international points of call that have sparked the interest of many, despite the economic difficulties endured, the demand for sailing vacations covering sightseeing, diving and shore excursions is greater than ever in the new year.
Representatives from Sopris Charters, one of the Caribbean’s most well-known sailing companies, state that this extensive growth is not entirely surprising, as many of the previous years have presented similar patterns, for example the recent 4% increase documented in 2012, compared to the number of people who have gone on Caribbean sailing vacations in 2011.
Because of the attractive beaches, crystal clear waters and numerous opportunities for activities such as swimming, sailing, snorkeling or beachcombing, it is easy to see why the Caribbean is the most appealing destination for virtually everyone in the US and the surrounding areas who may be considering a successful sailing cruise vacation.
Based on extensive studies conducted over the past 5 years, the industry’s entire growth has been headlined by the Caribbean waters, the numerous Caribbean sailing vacations being responsible for almost 42% of all of the cruise industry’s itineraries in 2010 – the number continuing to remain close to the 40% mark throughout the following years as well.
Another optimist forecast that Sopris Charters has especially emphasized was that the sailing environment in the Caribbean is also likely to improve in 2013, as well as the next two years, due to the improvements of the Economy and the steady additions of numerous improved onboard features that the new generation of ships are going to employ.
Even though this is still based on cautious optimism for now, due to the fact that the global economy is still suffering as a result of past events, there is a great chance that a larger number of highly engaging and appealing Caribbean sailing vacations will appear on the horizon, featuring new additions and facilities that are likely to improve the Caribbean cruising market and sailing industry as a whole.
Today’s ships offer a remarkable array of possibilities for a successful cruise, both in the case of daytime and overnight cruising trips. Also, longer Caribbean vacations aboard highly advanced sailing yachts which feature private cabins, showers and bathtubs, as well as many other quality facilities, seem to be the preferred choice for tourists who wish to experience the beauty of the Caribbean waters this year.
According to Sopris Charters, a large part of the recognition that many sailing companies in the Caribbean have gained over the past few years is represented by their affordable rates, which have attracted numerous tourists in the past and continue to do so today.
The good news for those who are thinking of going on a sailing vacation in the area in the next months is that these rates are not likely to change, due to the increasing number of vacationers who are expected to make their reservations this year. Caribbean sailing vacations are, therefore, likely to become even more popular in the future, as the area continues to draw a large amount of positive attention worldwide.
About Sopris Charters
Sopris Charter (www.soprischarters.com) is a popular sailing company based on the island of St. Thomas which regularly provides week-long and overnight Caribbean sailing vacations in the British and U.S. Virgin Isles.
Media Contact:
Chris McComas
Sopris Charters
6501 Red Hook, Suite 201
St. Thomas, USVI 00802 USA
Call: 888-821-0012
Website: http://www.soprischarters.com/