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Elevator Summary
Experience unforgettable luxury aboard the remarkably designed 54' Bali Catamaran known as the Bali 5.4. Launching in 2019 and displaying a sleek layout with 4 queen cabins, each finely appointed and featuring private en-suite amenities, it fits up to 8 guests. This yacht stands out with its distinctive fly-bridge lounging area, solid foredeck sunbathing spaces, and a full suite of water toys. Manifesting a superior quality of lifestyle on water, the Bali 5.4 is meticulously tailored for gastronomical adventures and exhilarating aqua escapades in the Caribbean's primal beauty.
Accommodation
The Bali 5.4 presents an exceptionally crafted accommodation setup that includes 4 queen berth guest cabins, each equipped with its private en-suite electronic head, stall shower, and sink/vanity. The primary queen cabin is conveniently located on the port side, optimizing space and comfort. Champagne-hued linens and ambient design mark a luxury experience, with each cabin featuring individual contract air-conditioning systems. The main deck enhances shared experiences, boasting a spacious air-conditioned salon with direct access to the forward cockpit lounge area.
Toys & Water Sports
- Hydraulic Tender Lift
- 10 ft. Floating Dock
- Floats / Noodles
- 2x Sea Scooters
This yacht also features a 12 Ft dinghy with a 40 HP engine, accommodating up to 6 individuals for adventurous rides. Guests can also enjoy 2 paddleboards, a wakeboard, and beach games, fulfilling the thrill of sports-loving individuals.
Amenities
- Salon Stereo & Salon TV: Yes
- Onboard WIFI: Unlimited connectivity
- Water Maker: 264 Gal capacity
- Air Conditioning: Full
- BBQ: Yes
- Rendezvous Scuba Diving: Yes
- Board Games & Books: Eclectic collection
Crew
The Bali 5.4 is manned by an accomplished duo: Captain André and Chef Fifi. Together, they bring a wealth of nautical expertise and gastronomical mastery to the seas. Captain André, initiated into sailing from childhood in Portugal, boasts extensive Atlantic voyages, optimizing safety and excitement aboard. Chef Fifi, also from Portugal, pairs her refined culinary skills with an outstanding academic background in Biology and Data Science, ensuring meal experiences that are both delicious and thoughtfully crafted. Their warm hosting sees to a personalized journey, characterized by a mosaic of gourmet feasts and seamless sailing.
Booking & Rates
The Bali 5.4 proposes a range of personalized charter options with rates starting at $28,500. Options include a sleep aboard alternative for early arrivals and a variety of meal plans. The charter operates under inclusive terms with flexibility during the winter and summer seasons throughout the Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI) and Caribbean Windwards.
Her prime season rates reach up to $31,500, ensuring exclusivity and top-tier services. Celebrate special occasions with a spectacular New Year’s charter at $37,500, making that countdown unforgettable.
Accommodation
4 queen berth guest cabins each with a private en-suite electric head, stall shower and sink/vanity. Port side is a luxurious primary queen cabin. The starboard aft cabin does not have a full shower, and has a wet head.All cabins have individually contract air-conditioning for each cabins comfort.
Top desk fly-bridge with lounging and seating with a 360 degree view.
Forward cockpit and lounge and dining area.
Aft cockpit with seating and dining accommodations.
Main deck has a bright and airy main salon (fully air-conditioned) as the galley direct access to the forward cockpit lounge area.
Crew take starboard mid-ship cabin (twin cabin), but will move to starboard aft cabin on request for $800 fee.
What is the cabin arrangement of ISLAND KISSES?
- 4 VIP cabins
- 1 Twin cabin
ISLAND KISSES
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Weekly price: $28,500 - $31,500
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 54'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 4
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Bali Catamarans
- Cruising Speed: 8 Knots
- Built Year: 2019
ISLAND KISSES Charter Price Details
| Season Name | 2 guests | 3 guests | 4 guests | 5 guests | 6 guests | 7 guests | 8 guests | 9 guests | 10 guests | 11 guests | 12 guests |
| Winter 2023 to 2024 | $28,500 | $29,000 | $29,500 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2024 | $28,500 | $29,000 | $29,500 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2024 to 2025 | $28,500 | $29,000 | $29,500 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
ISLAND KISSES Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 57,000$ to 63,000$ | 11,400$ to 18,900$ | 68,400$ to 81,900$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 28,500$ to 31,500$ | 5,700$ to 9,450$ | 34,200$ to 40,950$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 14,250$ to 15,750$ | 2,850$ to 4,725$ | 17,100$ to 20,475$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 28,500$ / 6 * 3 days = 14,250$ |
All prices are generated by a calculator and serve as a guide for new charterers. Any additional information of the Price Details section has priority over above. Availability is always subject to confirmation. Gratuity not included for it's discretionary character, usually 5%-25% of the Base Price.
Price Details
Price from: $28,500
High season rate: $31,500
GENERAL NOTES:
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 4
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.
48 HOURS REQUIRED FOR TURNAROUND
Requires one dinner off the yacht on Day 4
SLEEP ABOARD: Sleep aboard the night before charter dates. Available for $300 per cabin, with a 3 cabin minimum.
Includes boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and canapes plus a light breakfast the next morning. Dinner is to be taken ashore at client expense.
HALF-BOARD: Includes: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners. Requires 3 lunches & 4 dinners ashore at client expense.
WINTER 23/34: 2/$28,200 3/$28,550 4/$28,900 5/$29,250 6/$29,600 7/$29,950 8/$30,300
CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS:
CHRISTMAS 2024: 1-8 guests @ 36,225
NEW YEARS 24/25: 1-8 guests @ $37,500 - charter may not start prior to 12/28
GENERAL NOTES:
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 4
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.
48 HOURS REQUIRED FOR TURNAROUND
Requires one dinner off the yacht on Day 4
SLEEP ABOARD: Sleep aboard the night before charter dates. Available for $300 per cabin, with a 3 cabin minimum.
Includes boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and canapes plus a light breakfast the next morning. Dinner is to be taken ashore at client expense.
HALF-BOARD: Includes: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners. Requires 3 lunches & 4 dinners ashore at client expense.
WINTER 23/34: 2/$28,200 3/$28,550 4/$28,900 5/$29,250 6/$29,600 7/$29,950 8/$30,300
CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS:
CHRISTMAS 2024: 1-8 guests @ 36,225
NEW YEARS 24/25: 1-8 guests @ $37,500 - charter may not start prior to 12/28
Price Terms
InclusiveISLAND KISSES Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Other Entertainment
This newly upgraded 2020 masterpiece just added a retractable boat lift and swim platform, new Bimini with dimmer lighting, underwater lights, and new cushions in 2023
• Caribbean Made, Eco Friendly and Reef Safe Toiletries
• Coffee /Espresso Maker
• Full Sized Refrigerator
• Ice Maker
• Water Maker
• Dingy / Yacht-tender
• Outdoor Shower
• Rendezvous Scuba Diving
• Snorkeling
• Sublue Underwater Scooter
• (2) Stand Up Paddle Boards
• (1) Wakeboard
• Ski Tube
• 10 ft. Floating Dock
• Fishing Gear
• Fusion 3 Zone Bluetooth Enabled Sound System
• Television in the Salon
• Board and Card Games
• Island Kisses Branded Giveaways
Crew Information
Captain: Andre Carmo
About André and Fifi
André and Fifi are a young couple with a great sense of adventure and love for exploring the world. They have been together for 6 years and are now engaged (summer 2023). They work great as a team and have a very positive and happy attitude towards life. They have been operating luxury charters in Sint Maarten, BVI and Croatia.
<b>About Captain André </b>
Captain André started sailing optimists when he was 7 years old in the Atlantic Ocean. Coming from a family of sailors, the passion for sailing is in his blood. After a couple of years racing, at age 16, he started to instruct young sailors and coach them for racing regattas.
Eventually he started to teach adults and getting his licenses for open water deliveries, thus becoming one of the youngest ocean captains in Portugal.
During this journey, he also kept working on another passion of his: Photography and Cinematography. So it didn’t take long until he joined these two skills and set a goal to be part of the Ocean Race (former known as Volvo Ocean Race). He started his own production company and shot and filmed onboard a lot of performance racing yachts including VO65 and Imocas. He also worked for the biggest sailing YouTube channel in the world: Sailing La Vagabonde. With 4 Atlantic Ocean crossings completed, he has a goal of crossing solo the Atlantic Ocean on a 21 ft. boat racing the mini transat.
André holds the Portuguese ocean skipper license, IYT/MCA 200t and STCW. He has a true passion for the ocean and everything related to it. And together with Chef Fifi, they provide one of a kind charters filled of good times.
<b>About Chef Fifi</b>
Chef Fifi grew up in Portugal, always near the water and sun. Her family had a small boat with which she would explore the beaches in the south of Portugal. She took her day skipper license while studying in college - bachelor degree in Cell and Molecular Biology and Masters degree in Data Science.
When André suggested doing charters together, she of course thought it was a perfect idea as she loves boats, cooking and hosting! So, once she finished her studies, she jumped right away on this adventure. She constantly seeks to perfect her cooking skills, including taking a course in one of the most renowned cooking schools in London- The Avenue Cookery School.
She has since sailed in the BVIs, Sint Maarten and Croatia, cooking local specialties from each place and always loving to host with a big smile on her face.
Menu
● BREAKFAST ●
Buffet Style
Plated freshly baked English muffin, buttered and topped with crispy bacon, poached egg and hollandaise sauce for a delicious eggs Benedict
Shakshuka eggs with cumin,topped with crumbled feta and shredded coriander
Served with fresh toast straight from the skillet
Scrambled eggs with smoked salmon on crisp potato rosti
Pancakes served with maple syrup
Platter of beautiful local fruits
Chia puddings topped with mango and dragon fruit stars
Freshly baked pastries
Cheese and cold cuts
● SNACK TIME ●
Fresh out of the oven, blueberry muffins made perfect to warm you after a late morning swim stop!
Mediterranean mezze platter with cheeses, garlic mushrooms, whipped feta dip, dipping bread, crackers and cold cuts
● LUNCH ●
Locally sourced fresh fish ceviche
Citrus engulfed fish, mixed with creamy avocado, onion, cherry tomato, green chili and coriander
Corn chips to accompany for scooping!
Corn on the cob and slices of baked sweet potato
Grilled salmon with crispy skin served on a bed of cous cous salad, mixed with fresh herbs, pomegranate, feta, cherry tomatoes and a creamy dressing
Freshly baked focaccia bread
Mexican fiesta!
Pulled BBQ pork or bean tacos with crunchy or soft shells - Topped with pickled onion and coriander
Cheesy quesadillas, served warm!
Cheesy nachos, sour cream and Guacamole
Tel Aviv style chicken salad
Juicy chicken mixed with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, olives and onion
Slathered in fresh hummus, and lemon juice while on top of crispy cos lettuce for added freshness and crunch Finally, topped with a boiled egg and some paprika
Selection of sushi platter
Maki, inside out rolls (California rolls), nigiri and hand rolls
All made with a range of fresh fish and vegetables
Accompanied by pickled ginger and wasabi
Vegan harvest bowls
Quinoa, zucchini and carrot ribbons, roasted chickpeas, avocado and tangy nut dressing
Veggie fritters, with broccoli, sweet potato, carrot and chives
Beautifully Golden with a spoon of creme fraiche on top
Served on a bed of arugula
● DINNER ●
Honey & soy glazed chicken, dusted with sesame seeds and fresh spring onion
Red cabbage slaw, with apple and mayo and leafy green salad with ginger vinaigrette
Lemon and garlic butter sea bass, delicate and seasoned
Charred asparagus, topped with roasted almonds flakes and leafy salad, light and vibrant
Polenta and parmesan fries
Crab/ lobster/ prawn boil with old bay seasoning
Accompanied with creamy dipping sauce
Served with lightly dressed arugula salad and baby potato and green bean salad
Creamy Chilli and lemon prawn linguine, topped with two sautéed prawns
Mixed leaf salad with olive oil and balsamic dressing
Freshly baked bread rolls
Peppercorn crusted strip steak with garlic mash, lemon roasted asparagus, balsamic pearls and red wine reduction
Scallops cooked in butter, on squash purée
● DESSERT ●
Fresh strawberry shortcake and cream trifles
Carmel cheesecake with buttery crust
Deconstructed cinnamon apple crumble with dollop of vanilla ice cream
Sweet and tangly lemon meringue squares
Reviews
Beautiful surroundings & a well appointed vessel. Brynn and Amber were a great team, working together to keep us fed, entertained and safe.
Amber is a fantastic chef, creating beautiful and healthy/tasty meals and snacks for us, accommodating food allergies/sensitivities and preferences.
Bryan skillfully navigated us around the BVIs with a great sense of humor and mixology skills! Always helping with whatever needed to be done!
Highly recommend this crew and would certainly do this trip again. Great views, great time and great crew.
Thank you!
Craig & Cindy Perry
Amber may as well be a floating Michelin star restaurant- holy smokes can she cook!
Bryan is an expert navigator whom also "does it all" while keeping people laughing with his wit and a smile on his face.
There is zero doubt, I will be taking this trip again and will be requesting both of them.
Headed home to try to replicate Bryan's painkiller cocktail!
Eric Schoppmeyer - Charlotte, NC
- The Comer family
Please answer the following questions pertaining to the yacht you chartered and the crew.
Rating of Yacht & Crew:
(5 Being the Highest) 5
Was the yacht comfortable and clean?
YES, boat and crew were awesome
Was the yacht well ventilated?
Yes
Was the crew friendly and accommodating?
Yes
Was the food good and well presented?
Yes
8. Additional comments about the yacht and crew?
I would book with this boat again.
Cruising Area
Did you like the area you chartered in?
yes
Captain Lily handled the boat expertly and meticulously with an eye on our safety at all times, from the first safety briefing to our very early in the morning departure. On top of that she is always pleasant , flexible and eager to be of service. She is also full of fun stories when encouraged to share and happy to share her sailing knowledge. She planned a great itinerary for us around the islands, keeping us COVID safe, and was flexible to accommodate changes as circumstances changed. The water at the Baths were too ruff when we arrived, with red flag out, so she took us to another bay, and with our Chef Amber, arranged for a taxi to take us to the Baths by land. They were spectacular and a highlight of our trip. Lily worked in great partnership with Amber to create a seamless team providing for all our needs and going well beyond. I eagerly look forward to our next trip with Captain Lily. She and Amber make an amazing team. Peter.
Chef Amber creating culinary delights:
Chef Amber loves to be creative with her cooking and ensuring she meets every passenger’s culinary needs. Our meals were always very nutritious, healthy, delicious and beautiful to look at. We took pictures of every meal, they were that good looking. Could not have asked for better. For me I wanted to make sure not to over eat so I asked Amber to adjust my portions. She made sure that I got the right portions for me every time. Amber was fantastic with deserts. I am a chocoholic and have sampled many chocolate brownies, but Amber’s was the best I have ever had. On top of all that she is always smiling and eager to be of service. Can’t wait for our next trip on Island Kisses to sample Amber’s new creations. Peter.
Knowledgeable. Flexible. Good communicator. Cool, calm & collected. Made us feel safe. Explained things very well. Great balance of being with us and yet not being in our business and professional. Only regret is not playing more Mexican train with her. Excellent at tubing.
Chef Amber
Delicious food. Wonderful variety and flexibility. Positive disposition and again, cool, calm & collected. It made us feel at home for a week. Can level up to adults and level down to children with great ease. We were all happy campers with our chef and she took it from good to great for us.
MXXXI Family
Hands down the best captain. She radiates skill, confidents and poise. When you step on the boat you know immediately that she has everything under control. She makes you feel comfortable and safe. Not only is she a phenomenal captain, she is genuine and fun. Her cocktails are amazing and her cultural knowledge that follows it is very impressive. You will want her on your team when playing games!
Chef Amber -
It is impossible for Amber to make anything less than five stars. Her creations are next level and truly elevate the boating experience. She is extremely considerate of your dietary needs and you will never be hungry. Along with her phenomenal cooking skills is a hilarious personality. Her mannerisms and comedic timing are impeccable. I look forward to the day her cookbook is published!
-Emily, Kim & Nadine
Talent, confidence, calmness and experience all combined in one amazing person. Thank you for making our work a trly memorable one.
-Mike & Brenda
Chef Amber -
Dang girl - you can cook! We loved having your creations excite both our eyes and our taste buds. The love you add to every meal or snack is truly amazing and appreciated. The experience would not have been the same without your smiling face presenting another incredible delight.
-Mike & Brenda
S/V Island Kisses -
Beautiful vessel with all the comforts of a 5-star motel. It is incredible that a sail boat can be this comfortable and capable. Thank you to the crew for maintaining her so well.
What a treat it was to be your guest this week! We loved all of your itinerary suggestions and all the extra touches that ensured the most wonderful holiday week aboard the yacht! We felt like royalty on the prettiest boat (also prettiest crew) with the most skilled captain in the BVI. Thank you for taking all the craziness that comes with our family with grace, warmth & humor. 10/10 above and beyond!!
Amber Rose -
There are no words to describe how amazing our week has been. From our first incredible lobster pasta to the last Christmas brunch. Everything was incredible. Who else would make a daily specialty cocktail, daily "happy muchies" along with honoring every single request made by my crazy family. Thanks even more for being a fun mate, a friend to my girls, and a lovely addition to our squad. If I could sail with you again, my response would be IMMEDIATELY YES!!
Love Ann-Marie
