YV&C International Yacht Vacations & Charters Magazine reports:

Nautor's Swan, the 40-year-old Finnish builder of the world's finest sailboats, has announced the opening of a new Charter Office within the company's U.S. headquarters in Newport, R.I. The office will represent a portfolio of Swans from across the U.S. and Caribbean, as well as manage a fleet of new, company-owned Swans based in Guadalupe, but available to sail throughout the Caribbean basin.

Running the office as charter manager is Carolyn Cox Titus, a 24-year veteran of the charter industry who has significant experience chartering Swan and other fine yachts. Most recently, she was owner and operator of Cox Marine LLC, which focused on yacht management, charter sales, and crew placement.

“Carolyn brings with her a wealth of experience in the charter industry that promises to help our clients match the right boat to their specific needs,” said Nautor's Swan USA's Steve Barker, vice president of sales.

Sailors will be able to charter the full line of Swans, from classic Sparkman & Stephens designs all the way up to Swan superyachts. The yachts, for personal cruising or racing, range in size from 48 to 112 feet and come crewed and provisioned. Other yachts, both motor and sail, are available worldwide from 50 to 350 feet.

Each charter comes fully stocked with televisions and DVD players, watersports and fishing gear and the travelers' favorite cuisine, which can be served at any preferred meal-time.

The yachts are manned by experienced, friendly and safety-minded crews who will let clients take the trip they select at their own pace, whether that means a leisurely cruise with no responsibility or a fast-paced run with the guest at the helm. Crews are trained to handle any situation with grace. Both couples and families are welcome.

“Nautor's Swan Charters provides the ultimate sailing experience with access to a wide range of the finest yachts, and is a great way to experience many different places with friends and family,” said Jack Gierhart, executive vice president of marketing for Nautor's Swan USA.

The new Nautor's Swan Charter Office will be located at Nautor USA, Inc., Newport Shipyard, One Washington Street, Newport, RI 02840. Tel. 401 619 0968, www.nautorswan-usa.com, charters@nautorswan-usa.com.