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RESPITE AT SEA Yacht Description
Advertised by DMA Yachting, the majestic charter yacht RESPITE AT SEA is a 56 ft sailing catamaran. RESPITE AT SEA spends the summer and winter season in British Virgin Islands. She was constructed by the renowned boatbuilder Lagoon in 2018. The spacious yacht layout features 3 large cabins and easily accommodates a group of 6 guests.
RESPITE AT SEA is presented primarily as a sailing catamaran. The the core layout is spread out from the main saloon, which connects to the aft deck. The aft deck features a variety of seating areas and that's where the guests spend most of their time. The immersive cabins offer unbeatable views in the morning and are located just below deck. The cabins offer unbeatable views in the morning and are located just below deck. Multiple portholes supply a sunny feeling, with the option for darkness and privacy.
and a generator.
Accommodation
RESPITE AT SEA features 3 guest suites, 3 with queen berths, all with full A/C and ensuite toilet and shower. Starboard forward cabin is reserved for crew.What is the cabin arrangement of RESPITE AT SEA?
- 3 VIP cabins
RESPITE AT SEA
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Weekly price: $33,000 - $44,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 56'
- # of Guests: 6
- # of Cabins: 3
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Lagoon
- Cruising Speed: 8
- Max. Speed: 10
- Built Year: 2018
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RESPITE AT SEA 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 2024 to 2025 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2025 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2025 to 2026 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
RESPITE AT SEA Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 66,000$ to 88,000$ | 13,200$ to 26,400$ | 79,200$ to 114,400$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 33,000$ to 44,000$ | 6,600$ to 13,200$ | 39,600$ to 57,200$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 16,500$ to 22,000$ | 3,300$ to 6,600$ | 19,800$ to 28,600$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 33,000$ / 6 * 3 days = 16,500$ |
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: $33,000
High season rate: $44,000
BVI Customs fees and cruising permits are included in the rate.
*Short Charters Available*
24hr turns available. Please Inquire.
HOLIDAYS:
2024
Christmas Flat Rate $38,000.
New Years Flat Rate 42,000 inquire for pick up and drop off. 7 night minimum.
HALF-BOARD RATES: Discount Applied First
(7/4/3 BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER): $150 off / person
***3 lunches and 4 dinners ashore at client expense***
LESS THAN 6 NIGHT CHARTERS DIVIDE BY 6 RULE:
(Rate / 6 X #Nights)
***(Rate divided by 6N X number of nights*** For 6 nights divide rate by 7 X 6N.
CHILD DISCOUNTS: Discount Applied First
Children 15 and under $500 discount
***must be 15 or under at the time of charter***
SLEEP ABOARD:
$2,500 Sleep aboard the night before the charter departs
Guests arrive to the yacht at 5pm. Snacks and welcome drink served, this is not an open bar. Dinner is ashore on clients expense. Continental breakfast provided next morning. Vessel departs at noon.
BVI Customs fees and cruising permits are included in the rate.
*Short Charters Available*
24hr turns available. Please Inquire.
HOLIDAYS:
2024
Christmas Flat Rate $38,000.
New Years Flat Rate 42,000 inquire for pick up and drop off. 7 night minimum.
HALF-BOARD RATES: Discount Applied First
(7/4/3 BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER): $150 off / person
***3 lunches and 4 dinners ashore at client expense***
LESS THAN 6 NIGHT CHARTERS DIVIDE BY 6 RULE:
(Rate / 6 X #Nights)
***(Rate divided by 6N X number of nights*** For 6 nights divide rate by 7 X 6N.
CHILD DISCOUNTS: Discount Applied First
Children 15 and under $500 discount
***must be 15 or under at the time of charter***
SLEEP ABOARD:
$2,500 Sleep aboard the night before the charter departs
Guests arrive to the yacht at 5pm. Snacks and welcome drink served, this is not an open bar. Dinner is ashore on clients expense. Continental breakfast provided next morning. Vessel departs at noon.
Price Terms
InclusiveRESPITE AT SEA Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Onboard
Additional dives $50 per dive per person.
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Other Entertainment
Stream2Sea Products Including-
Shampoo
Body Wash
Leave-In Conditioner
Body Lotion
Reef Safe 30SPF Sunscreen
Crew Information
Captain & PADI Dive Master
Chef & First Mate
Captain: Rubrio Joao Fernandes Basilio
Rubrio was fortunate to have grown up in the beautiful island of Madeira, surrounded by both sea and mountains. He was raised on sailing boats and developed a passion for everything both above and below the ocean’s surface, at a young age.
As a water sports enthusiast, he explored all aspects of sailing from professional racing to cruising slowly around the world. He then went on to motor yachts and ran vessels ranging from small power boats and monohulls to large super yachts. Rubrio now has over 25 years of professional captain and commercial charter experience. He is dynamic, sporty, a lover of animals, is easy going and always enters the room with a smile and leaves charter guests with an experience to last a lifetime.
Liza’s love for sailing started at a young age, spending summers on her parents’ sailboat in the Netherlands where she was born and raised. With her two brothers, she spent much of her free time doing adventure sports, either on the water or mountain climbing. Throughout her student years in Amsterdam and Greece, she worked in various hospitality jobs. After obtaining her Master’s degree, she started a 10-year corporate career as a Customer Experience Manager, consulting multinationals on how to create memorable experiences for their customers. After working as a chef on several owner charters in the Mediterranean and working as a crew chef on an Atlantic Crossing, Liza not only fell in love with the Virgin Islands but she also learned how much she loves creating memorable experiences through her food. She is a true believer that the way to people’s hearts is through their stomachs. After working as a sous-chef in the 2024 summer season in the Mediterranean and her Yacht Chef culinary training in London, she is excited to start the next charter season in the Caribbean.
Captain Rubrio Joao Fernandes Basilio
Qualifications
STCW 10 | May ‘24
Marine Engineering Systems course | Lloyd’s Maritime Institute | Feb ‘22
ASA Sailing Instructor 205 | April ‘17
GMDSS License A1, A2 | Nov ’16
Singapore Powered Pleasure Craft Driving License (PPCDL) | June ‘15
Rescue Diver (PADI) | July ‘14
Divemaster (PADI) | July ’14
Coach Certificate | European, Portuguese Sailing Federation | May ‘13
Emergency First Response, First Aid (PADI) | Oct ‘10
Patrão de Alto Mar | Portuguese license Ocean Sailing, 24m, unlimited distance | Dec ’09
RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore (commercially endorsed) | Dec ‘09
RYA/MCA Short Range Certificate | Dec ’09
Enriched Air Diver Nitroc (PADI) | Dec ’08
Chef Liza Marieke Ter Meer
Qualifications
Level 2 Food & Hygiene| Yachtie Careers | May ’24
ENG Medical 1| April ’24
ASA 101 – Basic Keelboat Sailing Certification | American Sailing Association | January ‘24
ASA 103 – Basic Coastal Cruising Certification | American Sailing Association | January ‘24
ASA 104 – Bareboat Cruising Course Certification | American Sailing Association | January ‘24
Booked Courses for Spring Summer 2024
Yacht chef course | Ashburton Chef’s Academy | August ’24
Culinary RX Cooking & Nutrition | Rouxbe| July ‘24
Seafood Literacy | Rouxbe| July ‘24
STCW 10 | May ‘24
<b>Crew fully vaccinated<b/>
Menu
Respite At Sea Sample Menu by Chef Daniella “Dee” Cox
Breakfast
All breakfasts are accompanied by a seasonal fruit platter, cereal/granola, yoghurt, toast/bagels and condiments
Smashed Avocado on Seeded Toast served with Homemade Pesto and a sprinkle of Feta Cheese
Classic Eggs Benedict served with Smoked Ham, Fresh Chives and Homemade Hollandaise Sauce
Middle Eastern inspired Shakshuka with Baked Eggs, Cheese and Fresh Baguette
Homemade American Style Pancake Stack with Berry Compote, Maple Bacon and Freshly Whipped Cream
Smoked Salmon wrapped Asparagus with Folded Eggs served on a Toasted Bagel
Continental Breakfast with Ham and Cheese Platter, Soft Boiled Eggs and Homemade Pastry
Breakfast Burritos served with Crispy Potatoes and Homemade Salsa
Lunch
Grilled Cajun Shrimp - Summer Orzo Salad & Fresh Basil Oil
Mediterranean Chicken - Roasted Vegetable Cous Cous Salad, Parmesan Crisp & Homemade Tzatiki
RAS Signature Lunch, Sashimi Yellowfin Tuna - Mango, Avocado, Honey Soy Edamame & Fried Wonton Wrappers
Mahi Mahi Tacos - Mango Slaw, Fresh Guacamole, Pickled Red Onions, Spicy Mayo & Lime
Homemade “Cheeseburgers In Paradise” - Caramelised Onions, Grilled Pineapple, Jalapeños & Brioche Bun
Homemade Salmon Fishcakes - Lemon Rémoulade, Green Salad & Beer Bread
Grilled Steak Salad - Kale, Fried Goats Cheese & Creamy Honey Dijon Dressing
Captain's cocktails served daily around sunset with a surprise appetiser from Chef Dee
Dinner
Surf and Turf with Garlic Potato Puree, Steamed Seasonal Greens and Red Wine Jus
Caribbean Classic - Jerk Chicken served with Charred Corn, Rice and Beans and Crispy Fried Plantains
Dijon Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Homemade English Yorkshire Pudding, Apple Sauce and Sweet Potato Puree
Creamy Shrimp Risotto Topped with Grilled Lobster Tail and Fresh Parmesan
Mediterranean Rack of Lamb with Homemade Chimichurri and Dauphinois Potatoes
Grilled Mahi Mahi served with Coconut Rice, Pineapple Salsa and a Cilantro and Ginger Sauce
Slow Cooked Pork Ribs, finished on the grill with a Sticky Bourbon BBQ Glaze served with Roasted Potato Stack and Homemade Coleslaw
Dessert
Key Lime Pie with Honey & Lime Whipped Cream
Raspberry & White Chocolate Dome filled with Rich Chocolate Mousse
Individual Banoffee Pies
Creme Brûlée
Mini Pavolva with Fresh Berries
Oreo & Baileys Trifle
Classic British Apple Crumble with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Sample Menu
Designed by Chef Hannah Rubino
Breakfast
Middle Eastern Shakshuka served with feta and toasted challah
Avocado toast topped with sprouts, a fried egg and local watermelon radish
Eggs Benedict on a warm English muffin with homemade hollandaise sauce
Soft scrambled eggs on crispy toast with prosciutto and shaved parmesan
Baked vegetable frittata with tomatoes, basil and mozzarella
Fluffy lemon ricotta pancakes served with blueberry compote and maple syrup
Acai bowl topped with assorted fruits, coconut shavings and chia seeds
Lunch
Tuna poke bowls served with warm sushi rice
Mediterranean beef kofte kebabs with a watermelon barley salad and a honey yogurt sauce
Blackened fish tacos with a pickled slaw, grilled pineapple, and a Mexican Kale Caesar Salad
Flank steak salad with vermicelli rice noodles and a Thai peanut dressing
Grilled chicken served over Israeli cous cous with roasted vegetables
Blackened Shrimp Cobb salad with a Jalapeño vinaigrette
Appetizers
Homemade hummus served with crunchy pita chips and a selection of vegetables
Charcuterie & Cheese Board
Caprese salad
Baked brie cheese with fig jam
Flaky puff pastry tart filled with blue cheese, pears, walnuts, balsamic onions and rocket.
Ricotta crostinis with flaky salt and homemade herb oil
Homemade guacamole served with tortilla chips and vegetables
Dinner
Coconut curry crusted grouper with fried sweet plantains, coconut rice and slaw
Sous vide filet mignon with butternut squash puree, roasted baby potatoes and asparagus with a red wine reduction sauce
Mustard sous vide pork tenderloin with mashed potatoes and crispy brussel sprouts
Asian marinated salmon with black rice, carrot ginger puree, and miso glazed Chinese eggplant
Thai coconut curry poached snapper with cilantro lime rice, roasted broccoli with a lemongrass vinaigrette
Overnight marinated Caribbean jerk chicken with rice and beans and tostones
Herbed scallops with creamy polenta and jammy tomatoes
Dessert
Warm brownies with ice cream
Raspberry and mango sorbet with chocolate covered strawberries
Key Lime Pie with fresh whipped cream
Tom’s famous apple crisp
New York style cheesecake
Kahlua Cake
Coconut macaroons dipped in chocolate
*This is a sample menu for illustrative purposes. All recipes are subject to Guest preferences, Dietary Requirements and produce availability in the islands. Bon Appetit!
Reviews
-Lisa
This was our first catamaran charter sail and it was wonderful! The snorkeling, swimming, and sailboat are all amazing! First rate and top notch! However, what stands out the most were the impeccable meals, stellar service, and non stop attention to detail from both of you!! I cannot imagine a finer duo anywhere on the seas. I cannot sing your praises loud enough or long enough. You're both so sweet, accommodating and perfectionists in every way. Thank you both so much for a magnificent time and memory. Your futures are bright as you're both amazing together. We love you guys!
-Daryl and Arnie
We can't truly express the extent of our regard for the amazing our amazing vacation and more specifically for the two of you. We feel like you guys are part of our family. Your professionalism and expertise were astounding, only exceeded by your charm and warmth! Thank you for your wonderful hospitality. We can see how much pride you take in your enterprise here on Respite at Sea. I hope the owners realize how good they have it with you as their champions! We will seek you out when we seek another trip to your paradise. In Texas we bid adieu to those we are leaving with the phrase "Happy trails to you!" Til we see you again, we can "happy waves."
With great admiration and fondness
-Skip and Suzette
Being in the service business I greatly appreciate the attention to detail, planning and hospitality. What we all knew was going to be one of our best trips ever was far exceeded with this past weeks amazing experience.
You have two of the most unbelievable hosts attending to every detail all while making you feel so special throughout each day.
Dee’s menu and cooking was nothing less than 5 plus Stars on every meal! Each surpassing the next.
Both their passion for what they do so well and their attentiveness to their guests is unequaled. It might be your boat, but they act as if it is theirs.
I am sure you are aware but wanted you to know. I could go on and on about our trip of a lifetime all while knowing each of us having traveled throughout the world to amazing places and exceptional service.
They are the absolute best in every way, and we look forward to hopefully being able to experience their amazing hospitality again sometime soon.
Let's talk about the crew, our new lifelong friends Ross and Dee... I am really struggling to find words to capture how great these two individuals are and how much we value the experience Ross and Dee provided us. Let me do my best...
The love and passion that Dee put into each meal resulted in some of the best food we have ever had anywhere much less from a confined galley. Each meal blew our minds and was better than any restaurant we dined at during the trip and frankly most of the top restaurants anywhere in the world. I realize this sounds fabricated, but "Dee-licious" as we called her, could not be more talented or passionate about ensuring the group had top notch meals and service. Simply out of this world and we have pictures of each dish to remind us of how good we had it during our week onboard. Thank you Dee, you spoiled us for the week and we are forever grateful! Having the boat decorated for Kristina's actual Bday was incredibly thoughtful and speaks to your character as genuine and caring....
Onto Captain Ross... There is something special about someone who has a deep pride in his craft which is exactly how I would describe Ross. He ensured we saw all the key spots the BVI has to offer and made our experience magical. Ross is meticulous in all he does to ensure the experience each day beats expectations. He is very knowledgeable of the area and some of our favorite memories are sitting on the fly bridge with a Carib in hand listening to the history of the area. The passion Ross has for the boat and ensuring it's upkeep makes you believe he is the owner! Each drink poured and each dish cleared was met with a smile and a "Pleasure" from Ross that we will never forget. We will forever remember our morning map sessions with Ross where he outlined where we had been the previous day and where we were headed that day. Thank you Ross, we cannot have imagined a better Captain and now friend.
I think in summary there are a few thoughts... I considered Ross and Dee part of our crew by day 2. Seriously... we enjoyed having them part of the group and it was a treat to have them join in on all we did throughout the week. We all agreed that when Ross gets the chops to ask for Dee's hand in marriage our group will be there wherever/whenever in the world it goes down! (Sorry buddy, I had to get that in there!). The final testament to how special of a week we had was the tears my wife shed during our goodbyes...
I did my best, but I still don't think I did justice to our experience... The only other item is the Respite itself which was perfectly appointed and provisioned. We did not want for anything and were completely comfortable in the spacious rooms!
-John
Thank you for taking such great care of our family. This trip will forever more be remembered as our “favourite vacation” of all time. There wasn’t a detail missed and we noticed all of them. We can’t wait to see you again, this will not be our last. We appreciate you more than you know, Mr Greminger.
Dee and Ross,
The cure for anything is salt water.... OR a superb meal from chef Daniella OR a perfectly chartered cruise to the most beautiful bay by Captain Ross. Thank you for the trip of a lifetime. You are now friends and mates, until next time. Bon voyage, Mrs Greminger.
My favourite moment was arriving on this gorgeous boat to such a warm welcome full of so much promise. Your hard work, attention to detail, easy laughter and clear knowledge were all very much appreciated. You won’t be rid of us so easily - we will be back. Thank you for a week full of incredible memories, new family games and a relaxed husband! With Gratitude, Mrs Miller.
To our new friends, Dee and Ross,
This experience exceeded very high expectations! Thank you for the celebrating my 50th with me and introducing sailing to my children. Your hard work and good cheer is exemplary, as is your patience, attention to detail and fine cuisine! I am so confident we will meet again soon, with immense gratitude, Mr Miller.
Captain Rosco and Dee were just simply the best hosts that we could have possibly imagined and Tyler as first mate – he typically being a captain himself, only made the situation even more incredible! Rosco made us all feel at ease immediately with his affable nature but we knew when it came to on-board safety and sailing particulars he was serious and in total control and there would be nothing for us to concern. At the same time Dee was just nothing but wonderful in spirit and magnificent at preparing the trip’s meals! Meals, snacks, drinks, coffee, teas – everything was phenomenal! And Tyler was just an all-around everything whether assisting in sailing, food preparation, handling bags and gear, diving – he was right on point and a pleasure to be around. The entire trip was there immediately if we needed them and seemingly invisible if we didn’t.
Wherever and whenever we sail in the future we will hope that this crew is available on Respite at Sea!
Dee and Ross could not have done one more thing for us to make it any more amazing. It was simply perfect! We all feel as though we made friends for a lifetime. They are fabulous and we loved them.
The boat is beautiful and spacious. Clean as can be. You could eat off the floors and you can tell they put so much effort into taking care of it.
The food was incredible. Dee made Gourmet meals every minute. JP (my 18 year old) actually tried new things every day and ate everything. He usually eats like a 10 year old!
Ross made delicious new cocktails every night like you get at a trendy bar.
We spent 99% of our time on the boat. We went to lovango. It was fine. We had a nice day and it was pretty, but I’m not sure it was worth the price to go and I dont think I would go back. Especially when you love the boat and crew as much as we did, you just want to spend every minute on the boat. We also went to lime out. The floating taco place. That was great. We all loved it. And the final place we went was dinghys. Fun cool beach bar. I guess they are trying to compete with soggy dollar type of bar. That was fun too. We just went for a short time for drinks.
They catered to us on every level, From meals, drinks, appetizers, water sports,(water skiing, seabobs wakeboarding, snorkeling), not to mention relaxing... my kids loved them as well. We didn’t sit still much...we actually cried when we said goodbye to our new friends. For us...the boat is important...but, the crew makes the trip. They certainly did not disappoint. We had a blast on every level.
Susan
Her skills in the kitchen are incredible, she can transform everything into excellent dishes, from presentation to the variety of what she offers. She is very attentive to the preferences and needs of the customer. She has delighted us with always different dishes, she has managed to enhance the local raw materials, she has always satisfied our requests.
In addition, she always knows how to involve children (our 10 year old twins) in fun activities. It's nice to see her always with a smile. We have always felt very safe in skipper Ross' hands, even in the most difficult weather situations. Ross is very precise, responsible and skilful in finding solutions to every problem in order to make the customer feel at ease and will not let you miss anything. The unique places he has made us discover have been chosen with care, he informs about everything and these are the best qualities that a skipper can have. Ross has always organised fun activities for us, so as to involve the whole family. Ross is also a sunny person who always welcomed us with a smile. Last but not least, he knows how to prepare excellent cocktails!
I believe that Daniella and Ross are a winning couple, of the highest level, able to turn your holiday into a dream. And we hope to spend our holidays with them next year too.
