SOL SHINE Yacht Description
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2x F5S Seabobs:
Premium underwater scooters for fast exploring, snorkeling laps, and easy surface cruising. -
Starlink connectivity:
More reliable internet for calls and remote work while cruising the Bahamas and Florida. -
Stabilizers at anchor:
Reduces roll at night, so everyone sleeps better and relaxes comfortably at rest.
Refit, then play. SOL SHINE is a 96’ Ferretti motor yacht (built 2014, refit 2023) that leans into what charter guests actually do all day: hang outside, get in the water, repeat.
Stable at rest. With stabilizers at anchor, the yacht stays calmer when you are swimming, eating, or just trying to keep your drink upright. Full air conditioning and Wi‑Fi cover the “real life still exists” basics.
Water access matters. The swim platform is the launch point, with stern sun pads right at the water’s edge. Add the beach setup (canopy, chairs, BBQ) and it is easy to turn quick swims into proper afternoons.
Tender and toys. A 42’ Invincible tender is your fast shuttle for exploring, while two F5S Seabobs and two stand-up paddleboards keep the water time busy. There are also wakeboard and water skis, plus electric bikes for a change of pace. Simple.
Sleeps ten, sensibly. Accommodation is for up to 10 guests in 5 staterooms: a forward on-deck, full-beam king master, plus four queen guest staterooms below, all with ensuite bathrooms.
Accommodation
SOL SHINE accommodate 8 guests in 5 staterooms for ultimate comfortability.She features a forward on-deck, full beam king master stateroom with big, bright windows and a spacious ensuite.
Four additional queen guests staterooms are located below deck, each with large windows and ensuite bathrooms.
What is the cabin arrangement of SOL SHINE?
| Cabin | Bed Size | Bathroom Details | AC |
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| Master Stateroom (Main Deck) | King | Private en-suite bathroom (double sinks, separate shower and head) | Full |
| Guest Stateroom 1 (Lower Deck) | Queen | Private en-suite bathroom | Full |
| Guest Stateroom 2 (Lower Deck) | Queen | Private en-suite bathroom | Full |
| Guest Stateroom 3 (Lower Deck) | Queen | Private en-suite bathroom | Full |
| Guest Stateroom 4 (Lower Deck) | Queen | Private en-suite bathroom | Full |
SOL SHINE
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Weekly price: $60,000 - $69,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 96'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 5
- # of Crew: 5
- Builder: Ferretti
- Consumption: 38 US Gall/Hr
- Cruising Speed: 10
- Max. Speed: 28
- Built Year: 2014
- Refit: 2023
- Turnaround: 48+ Hours
Price Terms
Plus Expenses - add APA to the price you see
Plus Expenses arrangement includes the boat and crew only (without tip).
All additional/variable expenses such as Gas and Food are deducted from an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) - an additional deposit that is added on top of the charter price.
The expenses, such as provisioning, fuel, marina fees, are deducted from the APA. The APA is based on the price of the yacht and ranges from 15% (crewed sailing yachts) to 30% (motor yachts with higher fuel consumption).
For a motor yacht like SOL SHINE, the expected APA is 25% to 40% of the charter price ($15,000 - $24,000), making the charter cost $75,000 to $84,000. Exact amount will be confirmed after inquiry.
You can actively control these expenses in your preference sheet (local vs. imported beverages) and by choice of itinerary (distances traveled).
The remainder of the APA is returned after charter.
SOL SHINE Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
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| 14 day charter | 120,000USD to 138,000USD | 24,000USD to 41,400USD | 144,000USD to 179,400USD | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 60,000USD to 69,000USD | 12,000USD to 20,700USD | 72,000USD to 89,700USD | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 30,000USD to 34,500USD | 6,000USD to 10,350USD | 36,000USD to 44,850USD | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 60,000USD / 6 * 3 days = 30,000USD |
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: USD60,000
High season rate: USD69,000
No delivery to Bahamas with full week booking.
High Rate applies only to Xmas and New Year's
Preferred 7-night Xmas Dates: December 19-26
Preferred 7-night New Year's Dates: December 28 - January 4
10-nights over either/both Xmas/New Year @ low rate/7 x 10 nights
Low Rate for all other weeks of the year. No delivery to Bahamas with full week booking.
High Rate applies only to Xmas and New Year's
Preferred 7-night Xmas Dates: December 19-26
Preferred 7-night New Year's Dates: December 28 - January 4
10-nights over either/both Xmas/New Year @ low rate/7 x 10 nights
Low Rate for all other weeks of the year.
SOL SHINE Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
More Specifications
Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| Seabob F5S | 2 F5S Seabobs for riding on the surface and underwater. |
| Sea scooter | Sea scooter for underwater propulsion. |
| Inflatable Jet Ski dock | Inflatable Jet Ski dock for water access. |
| Tube - towable | Towable tube for being towed behind the tender. |
| Inflatable dock | 2 inflatable docks for water access. |
| Inflatable floating island | Inflatable floating island for relaxing on the water. |
| Inflatable chairs | 4 inflatable chairs for lounging. |
| Inflatable water toy | Inflatable water toy for on-water fun. |
| Floating mats | Floating mats for relaxing on the water. |
| Paddleboards | 2 stand-up paddleboards. |
| Wakeboard | Wakeboard for riding behind the tender. |
| Mono ski | Mono ski for waterskiing. |
| Water skis - adult | Adult water skis for towing behind the tender. |
| Snorkeling gear | Snorkeling gear for guests. |
| Fishing equipment | Fishing equipment for guests. |
Crew
Stewardess
Captain: Mike Wenger
Plans days around the Bahamas, Caribbean, and New England with local knowledge built from years on the water. Started as a deckhand at 18 and progressed to captain, keeping operations controlled for fishing, diving, and watersports-focused charters.
- Born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Started yachting at age 18 as a deckhand on an 80 ft sailing yacht
- Cruising experience in the Bahamas, Caribbean, and New England
Keeps service moving from cocktails to daily reset, with a focus on mixology and detailed table decor. Brings years of Caribbean and Northeast US cruising experience to help the onboard rhythm stay on time.
- Grew up near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Studied environmental engineering at the University of Alabama
- Background as a server and bartender
- Cruising experience in the Caribbean and the Northeast US
Runs deck operations and supports watersports days from her background managing a parasail and water sports company. Her cruising history across the Bahamas, Florida Keys, US coasts, and Mexico helps keep activities organized and moving.
- Born and raised on the East Coast of central Florida
- Entered yachting in 2020; started as a stewardess on a 197 ft superyacht
- Progressed from stewardess to deck-stew to full time first mate
- Cruising experience in the Bahamas, Florida Keys, US East and West Coasts, and Mexico
