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Elevator Summary
The Port to Vino Samana 59, delivered in 2023 by renowned shipbuilders Fountaine Pajot, is a pristine example of luxury and innovation in modern yacht design. Spanning an impressive length of 59', this catamaran is designed to enhance the sailing experience, providing unmatched comfort and style across both its indoor and outdoor spaces. With an expansive flybridge and trailblazing amenities, it proudly serves the Caribbean Virgin Islands and offers accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 luxurious queen cabins, each equipped with full ensuite facilities.
Accommodation
The Port to Vino offers opulent lodging in its 4 queen staterooms, designed to amalgamate both comfort and luxury, ensuring a splendid on-board experience. The owner's suite is a highlight, featuring a capacious layout and direct access to the cockpit, enhancing ease and privacy.
- Each cabin is equipped with luxury linens, ample storage, and high headroom.
- The air-conditioned surroundings ensure comfort no matter the external temperatures.
- Ensuite facilities in all cabins include modern fixtures akin to luxury hotels.
Toys
The Port to Vino is equipped to deliver exhilarating and memorable maritime experiences. From intense water sports to relaxing paddles, the yacht's inventory is perfectly suited to entertain all levels of adventure seekers.
- Water Skis for adults
- Snorkel gear and Underwater camera for exploring the marine life
- 2 x Paddleboards for serene ocean paddles
- 1 x Wakeboard for high-speed aquatic fun
- Floating mats for leisurely water lounging
Amenities
The Port to Vino prides itself on its expansive range of onboard amenities, ensuring every moment spent on the yacht is one of leisure and elegance.
- Onboard WIFI keeps you connected even while navigating the seas.
- A fully equipped Galley and BBQ setup, perfect for any culinary enthusiast.
- 15 ft dinghy with 70HP for exciting excursions.
- Deck Shower and bimini for sun protection while enjoying the deck.
- Board games, books, and a multimedia system ensure entertainment is always at hand.
Crew
The Port to Vino is manned by Captain Jeff Nichols and Chef Caitlin Nichols, a well-coordinated crew duo experienced in delivering tailored and memorable yacht charter experiences. Their expertise is evident in their custom activity planning and exquisite dining menus that highlight local flavors with a blend of international cuisine.
- Captain Jeff Nichols, a USCG 200 ton Near-Coastal Masters license holder with over 15 years of professional boating experience.
- Chef Caitlin Nichols, renowned for her culinary versatility and emphasis on fresh ingredients, catering to a range of dietary preferences.
Accommodation
Port to Vino showcases one owner queen cabin and three guest queen cabins all with ensuite bath. The cabins are appointed with ample storage and headroom, plus luxury linens and toiletries, for a very comfortable guest experience.What is the cabin arrangement of PORT TO VINO Samana 59?
- 4 VIP cabins
PORT TO VINO Samana 59
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Weekly price: $35,000 - $42,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 59'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 4
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Fountaine Pajot
- Cruising Speed: 10 KTS
- Built Year: 2023
PORT TO VINO Samana 59 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 |
| Summer 2024 | $35,000 | $35,000 | $35,000 | $37,500 | $38,000 | $38,500 | $39,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2024 to 2025 | $38,000 | $38,000 | $38,000 | $40,500 | $41,000 | $41,500 | $42,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2025 | $38,000 | $38,000 | $38,000 | $40,500 | $41,000 | $41,500 | $42,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
PORT TO VINO Samana 59 Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 70,000$ to 84,000$ | 14,000$ to 25,200$ | 84,000$ to 109,200$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 35,000$ to 42,000$ | 7,000$ to 12,600$ | 42,000$ to 54,600$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 17,500$ to 21,000$ | 3,500$ to 6,300$ | 21,000$ to 27,300$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 35,000$ / 6 * 3 days = 17,500$ |
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: $35,000
High season rate: $42,000
Christmas / New Year's 2024/25: 1-8 Guests 50,000
Christmas week to end by December 27th. New Years to begin no earlier than December 28th
7 night minimum
BVI Ports Only
Half Board Rates: Includes All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners.
Deduct $120 per person from rate.
Remaining meals and associated beverages to be taken ashore at guest expense.Christmas / New Year's 2024/25: 1-8 Guests 50,000
Christmas week to end by December 27th. New Years to begin no earlier than December 28th
7 night minimum
BVI Ports Only
Half Board Rates: Includes All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners.
Deduct $120 per person from rate.
Remaining meals and associated beverages to be taken ashore at guest expense.
Price Terms
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Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Other Entertainment
AED Defibulater
Oxygen Tank
Crew Information
2022 Boat Show - 2nd place Cocktail Contest
Captain: Jeff Nichols
Jeff and Caitlin have been working together since they met on the job at a dive shop in coastal North Carolina in 2010. Employment opportunities have taken them around the globe and back, settling in the BVI in 2012. They transitioned to crewed sailing charters from running dive boats in 2014 and haven’t looked back, logging over 150 charters with many happy guests who often return to make more memories. Their specialty is active, adventurous groups who want to explore all that the BVI has to offer above and below the water and love introducing kids to the ocean, so bring on the families! The BVI has been home for Jeff and Caitlin for many years but will always hold a special place as it’s where they were married on a beach in Virgin Gorda.
Captain Jeff holds a USCG 200 ton Near-Coastal Masters license and has been operating boats commercially for over 15 years. Hailing from Mississippi, Jeff cultivated his love for boats and the water in his adult life and can’t imagine doing anything else. He is originally trained as a high level dive instructor and naturally progressed to earning a captain’s license to operate the boats he’d previously worked on as crew. Running crewed charters allows for a more relaxed pace and the ability to tailor charters to each guest’s preferences, something that was more difficult to accomplish on dive boats. Jeff is a wealth of knowledge about the BVI, so make sure you listen in for “story time with Captain Jeff” while on charter.
Chef Caitlin also comes to chartering from a professional diving and marine research background but has been cooking since she was a small child and has the photos to prove it. She grew up in Pennsylvania and spent her formative years in the kitchen with her mom and Italian grandmother. Most of her menu items are cultivated through family recipes and world travels, bolstered by training at Ashburton Chefs Academy. She loves incorporating fresh, local ingredients with Mediterranean and Asian influences. Virtually everything Caitlin cooks is assembled from scratch, including an assortment of breads and pastas. She’s happy to accommodate a range of allergies and specialty diets. When her schedule allows, Caitlin loves getting in the water for guided snorkel tours with the guests, dusting off her marine science degree to talk about fish behavior and biology.
In the off season, Jeff and Caitlin spend time in the mountains of Western North Carolina where Jeff enjoys riding his motorcycle through all the twisting, scenic roads and Caitlin spends time volunteering at the local animal shelter. No better way to recharge after a busy charter season than with mountain views, crisp air, and not a large body of water in sight. They’re not able to have a dog on board during the charter season, so they “rent” as many as possible through the foster program at the shelter and take them out camping and hiking as frequently as they can!
Jeff and Caitlin are fully vaccinated for Covid-19.
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