YACHT DETAILS
Accommodation
Three queen cabins and one bunk available for guests to use.Amenities
Price Details
● ***LUNA BLISS is fully permitted to sail BVI waters***
● LOCATION:
Luna Bliss will be located in the BVI/USVI and available for charters from November 2022 until July 2023
Luna Bliss will be located in the Bahamas and available for charters from October 2023 until July 2024
**BVI certified**
2022/2023 Season - BVI / USVI
2023/2024 Season - Bahamas, Exuma
● ADDITIONAL FEES: Cruising Permits, customs fees, and Taxes to be paid by the Charterer upon entry to Cruising Grounds or Ports for all charter locations.
● BAHAMAS TAX: 14% Bahamian Foreign Tax to be added to charter total.
● MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5
● LESS THAN 7 NIGHT CHARTER RATES: For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
● SLEEP ABOARD:1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at client's expense. Includes; boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and breakfast the next morning and early start.
● CABIN CONFIGURATION:
Inquire for change of cabin configuration. Relocation of crew to alternative cabin will incur additional charge of $250 per night, to be paid prior to embarking on yacht. Please inquire for availability.
● HALF-BOARD OPTION: $100 discount per person
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.
● LOCAL FARE OPTION: $75 discount per person
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.
● HOLIDAY RATES:
CHRISTMAS: 10% surcharge to be applied to standard charter rates. Must end no later than Dec 26th.
NEW YEARS: Flat rate $30,000 Must begin no sooner than Dec 27th.
●EMBARKATION: 12PM
DISEMBARKATION: 12PM
● TURN AROUNDS:
48-hour turn arounds required - inquire for 24-hour turns
● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE INCLUDES:
Meals & Beverages onboard
Fuel
Mooring fees
Private Yacht & Service of the crew (captain, chef/mate)
Insurance for the yacht and the passengers (civil liability)
Accommodation in private air-conditioned cabins each with an ensuite bathroom and
bedding, towels, and beach towels.
TOYS ONBOARD:
Snorkel gear
Stand Up Paddle Boards
Floating mat
Tube
Under water camera
Swim platform
● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
BVI cruising permits, customs fees, and taxes - to be paid by the Charterer at prior to embarking on vessel.
Special provisioning requests (inquire for further details)
Cancellation insurance and private insurance
Airport transfers to/from yacht base
Personal Expenses
●TIP:
It is customary to tip your crew at the end of your charter. The amount you leave is totally at your discretion and should be based on the level of service provided. The suggested gratuity is 15%-25% of the total charter fee.
● CONTRACT SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
The Charter Fee does not include the British Virgin Islands (BVI) cruising taxes and permit, BVI National Park permits and BVI customs fees (collectively the "BVI Fees").
● If the CHARTERER requests to include the BVI in the Charter itinerary, and the Yacht is legally allowed to cruise in the BVI, the BVI Fees shall be paid by the CHARTERER prior to embarkation on Yacht.
● If the Yacht is NOT allowed entry into the BVI, FOR ANY REASON, during the time of charter, the charter will take place in the USVI waters.
● Payment of BVI Fees amount to $250 per person (total $****). Payment is due at final payment stage as listed in payment schedule.
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Starlink Internet - Excellent coverageWater Sports
Crew
Captain: Sofia
Meet the crew for season 2022/23!!
Captain Sofia and chef Jenine
Captain Sofia: Sofia is an enthusiastic sea lover, who has a strong connection with nature. She’s an adventurer and loves an active lifestyle, meeting new people, and sharing memories with them at sea.
Sofia has a strong background in sport, having competed at elite level in international rowing. She loves to stay active and is incredibly passionate about sailing and swimming in the sea - even better if with some wildlife around!
Having worked in a range of industries, from hospitality to asset management, Sofia likes growing in knowledge and experiences wherever she goes and enjoying life to the fullest. Somewhat a madcap when it comes to new challenges and adventures, Sofia has cycled across several countries, run up mountains and rowed across the Atlantic Ocean.
Chef Jenine: Jenine is a culinary trained chef from Cape Town, South Africa. After completing her Bachelors of commerce degree and subsequently working four years in corporate retail, she left Cape Town to go on a brief traveling sabbatical and never looked back to ‘conventional’ life again.
Jenine was an avid traveler in her 20’s and after spending 6 months in India she decided yet again to make a major change and decided to seek work on superyachts. Although she initially joined superyachts to continue her nomadic lifestyle; a deep love for being on the water, and expressing herself creatively through food, is what kept her there. After 5 seasons on yachts, Jenine has now transitioned to catamarans where she can have a more hands on experience with both guests and sailing alike.
As she is in the process of completing her yachtmasters, she has merged her love for cooking with sailing so this has truly become a way of life for Jenine, living her dream. Jenine is very social, loves water sports and exploring new, undiscovered places.
Sofia and Jenine look forward to creating life-long memories with you aboard Luna Bliss!
Reviews
Four Couples spend a week on the 47’ Sailing Catamaran SV Luna Bliss chartered by iYachtclub out of St Thomas USVI
About the Boat and Crew: Captain Sofia and Chef Jenine are the dream crew and if you are lucky enough to secure their services the trip will be fantastic. Both were professional while also pleasant, personable and approachable. As a crew their worked seamlessly together, mooring and un-mooring, powering, sailing, maneuvering and 3 meals a day! Capt Sofia was always willing to tender us in the Dinghy anywhere and everywhere while Chef Sofia cooked amazing meals, breakfast lunch and dinner fresh, tasty and perfect proportions. I still have dreams of the Mahi dinner we had our first night. I recommend not having 4 couples on the 48’ catamaran we had as it seemed to be a little crowded after a few days. 3 couples would haver been better and 2 couples perfect.
About the Locations: The first stop was Christmas Cove. Long sandy beach and a great place to snorkel, and where I saw our first turtle, where you could get some sun, get some water or even visit the food truck, tiki bar and there was a public restroom. Then on to BVI and Jost Van Dyke, Soggy Dollar and foxy’s are great place to get some beach and some drink. We played Junga at Foxy’s and I won. We also visited Lovengo Cay which was perfect for prime chilling, snorkeling and relaxing. Cruz Bay was nice trip where you can go into town, shop, have a beer and walk around and enjoy the local culture. The last day we stopped at Water Island and “Dinghy’s” beach bar, we rented the golf carts and toured the island and the WW2 Fort Segarra. Please stop at Heidi’s Honeymoon Grill, great view. My favorite stop was Soggy Dollar and Dinghy’s. My favorite thing was swimming and snorkeling every day.
About the Vibe: The crew did a fantastic job of always smiling, always asking what we wanted, always catering to our needs. I don’t know how they did it because I was tired of me after 7 days 😊. Conversations were light and entertaining, always just enough explain the days itinerary and options. Sofia did teach us all Dominos which we all enjoyed (I won that too, I think?) There was the perfect amount of Boat Time, Beach Time, and Alone time to make it a great trip.
Pack Light, the Boat has traditional snorkeling gear while a few of us brought our own new style full face mask. The full face is better for first timers. Be specific on your preference sheets. It will make it better for the crew to be sure the food and drink they supply is what you want. Sand shoes is a must and sunglasses. The Boat did have sunscreen, but we all brought our own Reef Safe sun screen.
I can’t wait for the next chance I get to Charter with Capt. Sofia and Chef Jenine
D James
Sofia was very friendly and approachable…as a non sailor I had a number of questions as we went through the week. Sofia’s knowledge and ability as captain became evident the more we spoke and the more she took care of all aspects of the Luna Bliss.
Along with her daily duties as captain, Sofia always made time to make sure her passengers were enjoying themselves. Sofia taught our group a new domino game one evening…and that became our nightly routine!
At the end of the cruise, it was like we were saying goodbye to family not just the captain of our cruise. We wish Sofia success in all her future adventures!
Brenda M
Ron H
The whole trip was great best vacation we’ve ever had Sofia and Jenine were the best Jenine is an excellent chef every meal was great Sofia is a great captain she knows her job and is great at it they made us feel great would definitely recommend to anyone
Don F
Our week aboard the Luna Bliss was sensational! The food was wonderful- a full charcuterie board greeted us with pain killer cocktails as we boarded. Each meal seemed to be better than the last. Captain Sophia was down tor anything, relaxed and fun and did a great job making sure we stayed safe while enjoying ourselves. I would do it again in a heartbeat with these two.
Elizabeth H
Great experience all round. Captain Sofia and Chef Jenine were absolutely incredible. I would 100% do this again and would request this crew again. They made the entire 40th bday celebration perfect. DO THIS TRIP!
Matt S
Captain Sofia and First Mate/Chef Jenine were wonderful to our entire group and made our charter experience unforgettable. Sofia's skills and experience made everyone comfortable at sea and her attitude and humor kept everyone happy and having a good time. Jenine's food blew us all away and I have never been happier to have selected to have all meals on board because I have no doubt what we ate was far superior to what any restaurant would've offered. This team is amazing!
elizabethdsherrod
This crew is literally the best! They are so much fun, and the chef makes the best food I've ever eaten. They took us to all the best spots and hidden gems. Get ready for on of the best/coolest trips of your life!
Courtney S
Courtney S
E Sherrod
Jody Faley
The crew was amazing! They were accommodating to everyone’s wishes and everyone’s levels of fun. It was very fun and breathtaking views! The food was outstanding as well! Would highly recommend Sophia and Jenine!
jodifaley
Captain Sophia and First Mate/Chef Jenine were amazing! Sofia’s knowledge of boating and mechanics are impressive! She is a total bad-ass! And Jenine’s skills as a chef are better than we’ve ever had before! Our meals were truly delicious and unique. We traveled with our teenagers and a set of grandparents and they catered to all of our needs. I would 100% book this team again in a heartbeat! They were both fun, adventurous, attentive to our needs, and we’ve made two great friends! Having done this trip two prior times in the BVIs with couples, bringing our family was the best thing we have done. And I wouldn’t have wanted it to be with anyone besides Sofia and Jenine as they were perfect for our family!
Mindy F
Newton P
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