The pristine beaches, crystal clear waters and spectacular islands and cays of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) are best explored at your own pace aboard a crewed yacht charter. Catamaran MariAnn is the very latest Saba 50, fresh from the Fountaine Pajot shipyard in France. MariAnn offers exceptional, high-end living accommodations aboard with modern design details and a professional crew to anticipate guests’ every need.

Accommodations Aboard Mariann

MariAnn has enormous living areas making it ideal for charter vacations for family and friends. The spacious interior salon is accessed via an extra-wide entry door that seamlessly integrates the indoor and outdoor spaces, and features skylights plus a spectacular panoramic window that provides exceptional views and natural light.

Most of the dining aboard your crewed yacht charter takes place in the outdoor aft lounge where guests can enjoy the soft breezes and the compelling surrounding beauty.  This area features a large lounge, extra sofa, a dining table for 12 guests. a

MariAnn has multiple relaxation areas on board allowing guests to fully appreciate the stunning scenery during their BVI yacht charter.  The upper lounge deck is a favorite hang out for guests to enjoy 360-degree views and the fabulous trade wind breezes. The flybridge features a chaise lounge and two sunbathing decks.The forward deck also features a large settee and pads for sunbathing.

3 Luxurious Cabins

MariAnn has remarkable space in each of its cabins. Guests can truly relax during their BVI crewed yacht charters and enjoy complete serenity in their rooms. The master suite takes its decor inspiration from chic city hotels and features a queen size bed, a sleek open-plan en suite with separate shower, desk and ample storage. This suite is bathed in beautiful light courtesy of the revolutionary large new porthole, panoramic aft windows, and skylights. This cabin takes up about three-quarters of the port hull,  leaving room for a full guest cabin and ensuite head forward. The starboard hull has two large cabins and ensuite heads. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Meet Your Crew: Captain Mark and Chef Heather

Captain Mark Turner grew up in a small village in Leicestershire, England, before moving to the US over 20 years ago. When Mark first moved to the US he lived in Santa Cruz, California where he learned to sail & would go fishing for salmon and halibut in the Monterey Bay. Later he moved to Florida where his passion for being on the water & sailing lead him to become a sailing instructor. He discovered the Virgin Islands around 15 years ago and since that first visit always dreamed of living the island lifestyle. Finally, in 2015 he made that dream a reality. He is really excited to share his passion for sailing and the island way of life with guests enjoying a BVI crewed yacht charter aboard Mariann.

Mark is a U.S. Coast Guard Captain, RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore, open water certified scuba diver, and a U.S. Certified Sailing Instructor. He enjoys traveling to new places and meeting people, making new friends along the way. He enjoys being on the water more than being on land, so its no surprise that his favorite sports other than sailing are wake boarding, scuba diving, surfing, and kiteboarding. On land, he also enjoys watching his favorite football team Leicester City.

Mark’s sailing experience includes sailing the Atlantic, Pacific, Caribbean, and the Mediterranean. His favorite sailing grounds, however, are right here in the Virgin Islands.His local knowledge of hidden places and local hot spots enables him to take his guests to the best places throughout the islands during their BVI crewed yacht charter.

First Mate/Chef Heather Hessler joins Mark aboard MariAnn, and is well known as a highly regarded chef working in the charter yacht industry.

Born and raised in NJ, Heather’s dad had her up on a surfboard since she was three years old. Her passion for the ocean started then. She fell in love with the Virgin Islands after traveling here as a competitive surfer and attending the University of the Virgin Islands

As much as Heather loves being in or around the ocean she has spent equal time in the kitchen. She started working in the restaurant/hospitality business at 16. She learned from great chefs in the super, high-end restaurants of St Thomas where she also became a sought after mixologist creating inspired libations in some of the island’s top martini bars. Guests can look forward to her creative cocktails aboard!

Heather specializes in preparing healthy, flavorful well-balanced meals that are also aesthetically pleasing. She communicates with her guests pre-charter to tailor a menu to suit any dietary restrictions or preferences. She is well versed in vegetarian/pescatarian/vegan/gluten free diets. Heather draws particular inspiration from Latin, Caribbean and Asian cuisine influences.

Together, Captain Mark and Chef Heather offer an unparalleled BVI crewed yacht charter experience aboard MariAnn – great days of sailing and exploring the BVI with delicious cuisine served with a smile.

Sample Menu

 

Standard Ships Bar

Soft drinks, sodas, water, beers & well drinks are available all day for your enjoyment.

Spirits include: Smirnoff and Stoli Vodka, Gordons Gin, Jack Daniels Bourbon, Souza Tequila, 

Cruzan Rum, and an assortment of liqueurs.

Red & White Wines are served with dinner. 

Beers include: Bud & Bud Lite, Coors Lite, Corona, Miller Lite, Caribe and Presidente/Presidente lite. 

Please remember to let the broker know your preferred brand.  If you require premium wines or spirits not included in the above please let us know and we will be happy to put them on board for you but at additional cost to the charter.

 

Charter Calendar

 

BVI Crewed Yacht Charter Rates

Additional Rate Details

Xmas and New Year’s weeks: Flat Rate: $19,360
Half-Board Discount: $150 per person (All Breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 Dinners provided on board only)
Local Fare Discount: $75 per person (1 lunch and 1 dinner to be obtained by guests ashore)

Green Boating Aboard MariAnn

MariAnn is committed to using “green boating” practices to protect and preserve the marine environment. The BetterLife brand of cleaning products is used exclusively on board as well as the Pharmacopeia line of toiletries.

These products are all-natural and do not contain petrochemical solvents or petroleum based cleaning agents, synthetic fragrances, dyes, alcohol or sulfates.

Ask your crew what you can do to be an environmental steward during your Caribbean yacht charter aboard MariAnn!