CREWED YACHT CHARTERS
Luxury Charters with Full Crew or Captain Only Charters
A fully-crewed yacht charter delivers the ultimate all-inclusive vacation onboard your own private sailing catamaran. Complete with a professional captain and gourmet chef, expect only the highest quality of personalized care and attention from start to finish. Fully-crewed charters are all-inclusive and customized to your preferences, so all you have to do is relax and enjoy!
We invite you to join us for a truly unique experience in the beautiful
United States, British, and Spanish Virgin Islands
while while enjoying premiere, on-the-water service and accommodations.
GO BIG OAR GO HOME
2018 FOUNTAINE PAJOT, SAONA 47
Rates for All-Inclusive 7 Night Charter
2 Guests $16,700, 3 Guests $17,350, 4 Guests $18,000
HALF-BOARD OPTION
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, all other meals to be taken ashore at client expense.
2 Guests $16,400, 3 Guests $16,900, 4 Guests $17,400
THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMFORT, STYLE AND PERFORMANCE, SETTING A NEW STANDARD IN MODERN CRUISING CATAMARANS.
SLEEP ABOARD OPTION*
Available for $250 per cabin/per night with a 2 cabin minimum. Includes boarding after 4PM, snacks, weclome cocktails & continental breakfast. Dinner is to be taken ashore at client expense.
*EXCLUDES Christmas and New Year's weeks.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
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Sleeps: 4 (plus crew)
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Private Head & Shower Per Stateroom
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Hydraulic Swim Platform
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LOA: 46'
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Beam: 25.3'
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Draft: 4.2'
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Engines: 2 x 60HP
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Fuel: 248g
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Water: 185g
About the Saona 47...
Launched in 2017, the Saona 47 has garnered critical international acclaim for its remarkable space, safety, comfort and powerful performance in all conditions, including being named "Best Multihull Sailing Yacht Under 15 meters" at the inaugural Christofle Yacht Style Awards.
Encompassing the finest signature features of the Fountaine Pajot shipyard, the Saona 47 exudes a striking aura with her distinctive design, strong lines and timeless elegance under sail or at anchor.
The catamaran boasts incomparable levels of living space including a huge open-plan cockpit designed for entertaining with integrated BBQ and an innovative new tender lift that doubles as a swimming platform. The foredeck has been fitted with a decadent sun lounger, while the expansive lounge deck is a sublime retreat for relaxing and taking in the spectacular surrounds.
The 47's exquisitely crafted saloon is bathed in bright natural light, and her comprehensively equipped ambient galley has an island bench plus an abundance of storage making it ideal for extended cruising.
The Saona 47 has been meticulously designed to offer intuitive responsiveness at the wheel and unparalleled performance in all conditions. Her optimized weight-to-volume ratio delivers exceptional balance and stability for an unforgettable sailing experience at any speed.
Enjoy dining in the spacious cockpit while enjoy the cool Caribbean breeze and spectacular views!
Meet Your Crew - Matt & Casey
Captain Matthew Tielkemeier
Captain Matt’s love of the water began at an early age, fishing the lakes and rivers of the North Woods in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois. But, once his parents sold the lake house in Wisconsin and purchased a houseboat in Key West, Florida, called the “Sassy Lady”, Matt discovered his love for the ocean. Spear fishing & lobstering, scuba diving and snorkeling became part of his daily life.
Matt played soccer for the Key West High School Fighting Conchs and later in Oklahoma on a soccer scholarship; and still has a love for the game, today. Matt’s favorite off-time activities include reading and visiting with family, enjoying good food with good friends and anything outdoors.
In October of 2014, Captain Matt moved to the Virgin Islands, the place his heart calls home. After working a year with the cruise ship excursion companies, he ran over 300 day charters on various center consoles searching out every nook, cranny, and cliff jump he could find. But, sailboats kept drawing him back in, until finally taking a position running a successful term charter boat with his girlfriend, Casey, who also has her Captains license and is an amazing chef to boot.
Matt and Casey both enjoy exploring the area’s wildlife and history while hiking the many trails in the USVI National Parks. They enjoy starting each morning with self-guided yoga and love to stay active throughout the day. They are both very involved in their community and are a great resource for guests wanting to know more about the local culture and local fare.
Credentials-Matthew
100 Ton Master
Sailing Endorsement
Towing Endorsement
STCW 95
5 Day Lifeboatman Certification
Able-Bodied Seaman Unlimited/Any Waters License
Credentials-Casey
100 Ton Master
STCW 95
CPR/First Aid Certifications
Crowd & Crisis Management Certifications
Casey Grimes knew she would find herself living on an island from the first time she visited the Caribbean with her parents. Casey grew up in Maryland and her love of the water began at age 4 when she learned how to water-ski on her Grandparent’s lake. Casey thrives off adventure and loves to embrace the beautiful island atmosphere (or unique culture?). Hiking, snorkeling, wakeboarding, paddle boarding and exploring new areas are all things she hopes to share with her charter guests.
Casey received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. She has owned a boat for 10 years, and frequently found herself as Captain taking her friends to the nearby coastal islands.
Casey moved further South to attend law school in Jacksonville, Florida. After 3 years in corporate America, she found herself working countless hours to make money but not having any time to enjoy life.
In the summer of 2015, Casey made the decision to leave her corporate life behind and move to St. Thomas to help her family with their day charter business. Casey has a passion for cooking and exploring new cuisines, but she still loves to follow her grandma’s recipes for good old-fashioned comfort food. She admits to having a serious sweet tooth!
Casey received honorable mention for her cocktail in the 2016 Fall Yacht Show Cocktail competition.