I have done a couple of charters in 2018 and 2019 after doing 3 charters in the BVIs as well. Both of the charters were with Dream Yacht charters that both have a base in St. Vincent and Grenada. Both times, charters were in late April and early May. Trade winds were pretty constant although we had sustained winds of over 20 knots and gusts over 30 knots on our way up to Carriacou in last May's trip. On the last trip we had a Saona 47 which was a beautiful boat and lots of space for the 4 couples traveling. DYC has a pretty impressive presence in both Grenanda and St Vincent. Do not have experience out of St Vincent. do not have any knowledge of Sail Grenadines. I think where you decide to start will decide your charter though. For example Sunsail and Moorings have a base in St. Lucia but not in St Vincent. DYC has a base in St Vincent but not St. Lucia.

In terms of differences, boat boys are a thing that you will have to deal with in Grenadines. They aren't too bad just be prepared to give them 10EC for their assistance and a cold beer/ coke. once you get into the heart of the Grenadines (Carriacou - Bequia) distances are about the same if not closer to what you would expect in BVIs. But if you are coming from Grenada it is a good 6 hours of sailing to get to and back. It is a tough sale up wind but a really nice run/broad reach on the way back. The Grenadines are a lot less crowded and not as built up or refined as the BVIs as well. Although there are some really nice resorts if you wish to be pampered (Palm island, Petit St Vincent or the new marina on Canaoun for example).

St Vincent return is what we would do if we were going back this year but it looks like the crew wants to try BVI again....