A3
A3
Colleen was born and raised in Florida, where she grew up playing on the water. She bought her first sailboat when she was 24 years old, decided to live on it and then sailed it to the Bahamas.
Colleen stepped out of the boating world for a while and managed a mental health office with 10 doctors for several years before moving on to working at a nuclear brain-imaging facility. Then the recession came, and she was unemployed. It didn’t take much prodding to head back out on the ocean and do some more sailing. She literally sold almost everything, packed the rest up and spent the next year sailing the East coast and exploring the cruising grounds from Florida to Rhode Island. There happened to be a group of boats heading to the Caribbean in Virginia and she thought, “What the heck! Let’s check it out and head to the Caribbean!” 14 days later they arrived in Tortola, BVI.
She spent another year playing, exploring and sailing down to Trinidad, and then the money ran out. Colleen started to pick up jobs on charter boats here and there to have some money in her pocket. Over the next few years, Colleen worked as a first mate on a tall ship and sailing day-charter boats, as well as a stewardess and deckhand on a trimaran and crew on mega yachts in New England. But nothing beats working in the Caribbean! Colleen then got her captain’s license, and now feels very fortunate to have a great office at sea where she can share the beautiful place with guests.
Chef Matt Proto
Matt has been in the customer-service industry for the past 25 years. His career as a professional chef has lead him to the Caribbean where he now uses his culinary skills to create the perfect onboard dining experience for guests. He draws from a wide range of experience to deliver a broad spectrum of flavors and genres, keeping each new day full of fresh ideas. Matt grew up in Florida and has spent most of his life either in or on the water, and he’s been an avid scuba diver since 2006. In 2012, he got rid of everything except for one suitcase full of clothes and started doing seasonal work as a traveling chef. After living in Hawaii, Alaska and Cozumel, he found himself in St. Thomas working in a food truck on the beach when a friend approached him with a job offer as a chef on a charter boat. This is where he met Colleen and discovered the perfect gig. Since then, Matt has combined his love of food with his love of the ocean to create the perfect charter for more than just a vacation experience—but a passion for life and nature, and the desire to share those things with like-minded individuals. Matt is a PADI Dive Instructor and will be happy to show you the beautiful underwater world of the Virgin Islands.
Onboard A3, we try to create a fun and safe environment for families to enjoy. We offer a wide variety of activities geared towards keeping a younger audience entertained, even when the weather is not ideal. In the galley, kids have an opportunity to get some hands on culinary training, making cookies, fresh pasta, ice cream, or anything else that might spark their interest. In the salon, we have have an extensive collection of games for all ages, and are always up for challenge. We have thousands of movies to choose from that can be viewed on the outdoor theater, and of course can be enjoyed with the flavor popcorn of your choosing. In the water, we have plenty of toys, including tubes and skis that can be pulled behind the dinghy, as well as scuba and snorkel gear for all ages. If celebrations are your thing, come on down! We love doing birthday parties, holidays, anniversaries, or any other reason you can think of to throw a party! So if you're thinking of bringing the family on vacation, let A3 help make it a memorable one!
****CREW HAS BEEN FULLY VACCINATED FOR COVID-19****
Specifications
| Type | Catamaran |
|---|---|
| Builder | Lagoon |
| Year Built | 2016 |
| Size | 56.00 Ft |
| Beam | 31 Feet |
| Draft | 5 Feet |
| Guests | 8 |
Boat Details
| Cabins: | 4 |
| Queen: | 3 |
| Single Cabins: | 1 |
| Showers: | 4 |
| Wash Basins: | 4 |
| Heads: | 4 |
| Electric Heads: | 4 |
Pick Up Locations
| Pref. Pick-up: | Village Cay, BVI |
| Other Pick-up: | Nanny Cay |
Details
| Refit: | - |
| Helipad: | No |
| Jacuzzi: | No |
| A/C: | Full |
Engine Details
| 2 x 110 HP engines. 21KW generator. | |
| Fuel Consumption: | 2 |
| Cruising Speed: | 8 |
| Max Speed: | - |
Locations
| Winter Area: | Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI) |
| Summer Area: | Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI) |
Amenities
| Salon Tv/VCR: | Yes |
| Salon Stereo: | Yes |
| Sat Tv: | WIFI available aboard the yacht. |
| # of Videos: | - |
| # DVDs/Movies: | Yes |
| # CD's: | Bose Surro |
| Camcorder: | - |
| Books: | Yes |
| Board Games: | Yes |
| Sun Awning: | Yes |
| Deck Shower: | Yes |
| Bimini: | Yes |
| Water Maker: | Yes 60 gal |
| Special Diets: | Yes |
| Kosher: | No |
| BBQ: | Yes |
| # Dine In: | 8 |
| Minimum Age: | 8 |
| Generator: | 21KW |
| Inverter: | Yes |
| Voltages: | 110 |
| Water Maker: | Yes 60 gal |
| Water Cap: | 240gal |
| Ice Maker: | Yes |
| Sailing Instructions: | No |
| Internet Access: | Onboard WIFI |
| Gay Charters: | Yes |
| Nude: | No |
| Hairdryers: | Yes |
| # Port Hatches: | - |
| Guests Smokes: | On stern steps |
| Crew Smokes: | No |
| Pets Aboard: | No |
| Pet Type: | - |
| Guest Pets: | - |
| Children Ok: | Yes |
| Hammock: | Yes |
| Windscoops: | No |
Water Sports
| Dinghy size: | Highfield 14ft |
| Dinghy hp: | 60 |
| Dinghy # pax: | 6 |
| Water Skis Adult: | 1 |
| Water Skis Kids: | 1 |
| Jet Skis: | No |
| Wave Runners: | No |
| Kneeboard: | 2 |
| Windsurfer: | No |
| Snorkel Gear: | Yes |
| Tube: | Yes |
| Scurfer: | No |
| Wake Board: | 1 |
| Kayaks 1 Pax: | No |
| Kayaks (2 Pax): | No |
| Floating Mats: | 1 |
| Swim Platform: | STERN SCOOPS |
| Boarding Ladder (Loc/Type): | Stern |
| Sailing Dinghy: | No |
| Beach Games: | Yes |
| Fishing Gear: | No |
| Gear Type: | - |
| Rods: | - |
Scuba Diving Details
DAY BREAK
Beetroot Salmon Shingle
Dill Avocado, Soft Boiled Eggs, Shallots, Broccoli Sprouts, Galley Fresh Artisan Wheat, Fresh Fruit
Tamagoyaki Japanese Omelet
Shaved Daikon, Miso Glazed Japanese Sweet Potato, Seven Spice, Fresh Fruit
Acai Breakfast Bowl
Fage, Hemp Hearts, Granola, Chia Seeds, Toasted Cashews, Galley Fresh Muffins, Fresh Fruit
Banana Kahuna Cakes
Smokey Sea Salt Bacon, Toasted Almonds, Dark Rum & Brown Butter Cane Syrup, Fresh Fruit
Tapas Breakfast Board
Seafood Croquets, Gruyere Souffles, Salchichas, Piquillo Shard Salad, Galley Fresh Muffins, Fresh Fruit
Chicken n’ Waffle Wake-Up
Hillside Farms F.R.O.G. Jam, Zucchini Hash Rounds, Fresh Fruit
Florentine Benedict
Wilted Spinach, Sweet Potato Chorizo Hash, Green Peppercorn Sabayon, Fresh Fruit
MIDDAY
Papadum Chaat Salad
Cucumber, Mango, Pomegranate, Radish, Chick Peas, Mint Yogurt Chutney Cracked Black Pepper Papadum
Cuttlefish Ink & Crab Mezzelunes
Fennel Leek & Pecorino Ragout
Summertime Chopped Salad
Shrimp, Sweet Corn, Snap Peas, Pancetta, Strawberries, Gorgonzola, Sunflower Seeds, Red Oak Romaine Cider Vinaigrette, Grilled Garlic Toast Points
Chicken Katsu Bento Box
Edamame Salad, Ribbon Vegetables, Tonkatsu Sauce, Steamed Rice
Pomegranate & Tarragon Lobster Salad
Shaved Fennel, Baby Frisee, Poppy Seed Water Crackers
Grilled Everglade Chicken Sandwich
Pepper Jack, Bermuda Onion Confit, Sweet Potato Fries, Orange Blossom Aioli, Galley Fresh Sour Dough
A3 Bison Burger
Port Salut, LTO, Yuca Fries, Sweet n’ Spicy Tomato Chutney, Galley Fresh Brioche Bun
Blue Corn Shrimp n’ Grits
Tomato Bacon Relish
HORS D'OEUVRES
Takoyaki
Octopus, Okonomiyaki Sauce, Bonito Flakes
Citrus Segment Shrimp Cocktail
Sweet Scotch Bonnet Basil Vinaigrette
Salmon Lomi Lomi
Wasabi Rice Crackers
Herb Encrusted Steak Carpaccio
Ricotta Salata, Arugula, Peppadews, Mignonette, Galley Fresh Focaccia
Cauliflower, Crab & Cave Aged Cheddar Dip
Blue Corn Tortillas
Trinidad Doubles
Mango Chutney, Kucheela, Curry Chick Peas, Bara Bread
Peruvian Ceviche
Fresh Catch of The Day, Leche De Tigre, Garlic Crostinis
MAIN
Bronzed Mesquite Diver Scallops
Mango Strawberry Sherry Salad, Roasted Garlic Potato Pave, Blood Orange Ginger Gastrique
Wine Pairing
Château Lamothe White Bordeaux – Bordeaux, France
Charred Black Powder New York Strip
2” Thick C.A.B., Horseradish Potato En Croute, Micro Herb Salad, Truffle Crème Fraiche
Wine Pairing
Big Smooth Cabernet Sauvignon – Lodi, California
Citrus Seared Sea Bass
Peruvian Potato Puree, Red Onion Curtido, Chimichurri, Pao de Queijo
Wine Pairing
Basa Verdejo – Rueda, Spain
Canard Au Poivre
Muniere Parsnip Puree, Sunflower Salad, Cherry Hazelnut Compote
Wine Pairing
Louis Jadot Beaujolais – Burgundy, France
Lobster Flight
Cold Culantro Lobster Wonton, Ginger Carrot Curry Lobster Tempura, Togarashi Lobster Medallion
Wine Pairing
Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio – Controllata, Italy
Moroccan Lamb Tangine
Toasted Almond Cous Cous, Medjool Date &Tangerine Sumac Salad
Wine Pairing
Bodegas Muga Reserva – Rioja, Spain
Harissa Roasted Airline Chicken
Artichoke & Pea Tendril Salad, Lemon Brie Cream
Wine Pairing
Peter Yealands Sauvignon Blanc – Marlborough, New Zealand
DESSERT
Galley Fresh Brittle Brownie Ice Cream
Hazelnut Ganache
Galley Fresh Banana, Baileys & Coconut Ice Cream
Monkey Dust
Lilikoi Lemon Bars
Fresh Passion Fruit
Mexican Chocolate Tres Leches
Bandito Dust
Key Lime Tart
Citrus Meringue
Strawberry Rhubarb Galette
Galley Fresh Vanilla Ice Cream
Apfelstrudel
Fresh Cream
SHIP’S BAR
Marg-A3-ta
Patron Silver, Blue Curaçao, Fresh Mandarin, Orangina, Lime, Smoked Sea Salt Rim
Planteurs Punch
Arundel Rum, Spiced Cane Syrup, Guava, Pineapple
Tuscan Sun
Aperol, Prosecco, San Pellegrino, Peychard Bitters, Blood Orange
Mermaid Kiss
Butterfly Pea Infused Vodka, Passion Fruit Nectar, Sparkling Pink Grapefruit, Kelp Sea Salt Rim
Orange Hemingway
Blue Chair White Rum, Fresh Orange, Fresh Lime, Maraschino Liqueur
Poquito Picante
Hendricks Gin, Cointreau, Cucumber, Cilantro, Lemon, Jalapeño Infused Simple Syrup
Yuzu Lychee Fizz
Prosecco, Yuzu Juice, Lychee Nectar, Lemon Grass
| 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | 7 Pax | 8 Pax | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2023 | $29,500 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,500 | $34,500 | |
| Winter 2023 to 2024 | $29,500 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,500 | $34,500 | |
| Summer 2024 | $29,500 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,500 | $34,500 | |
| GENERAL NOTES: A3 is a BVI based vessel. Please use BVI ports only. MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5, Inquire for less. 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. If cruising area includes BVI, rates are PLUS permits, licenses and fees which are to be paid by client. HALF-BOARD: Includes: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners. Requires 3 lunches & 4 dinners ashore at client expense. 2/$29,200 3/$29,550 4/$29,900 5/$30,250 6/$30,600 7/$31,450 8/$33,300 LOCAL FARE MEAL PLAN: Includes: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 1 dinner ashore at client expense. 2/$29,350 3/$29,775 4/$30,200 5/$30,625 6/$31,050 7/$31,975 8/$33,900 SLEEP ABOARD: Sleep aboard the night before charter dates. Available for $600 per cabin, with a 3 cabin minimum. Includes snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast. Dinner is to be taken ashore at client expense. CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS: 7 night minimum CHRISTMAS: 1-8 guests @ $40,000, charter must end on 12/26 or earlier NEW YEARS: 1-8 guests @ $42,000, charter may not start prior to 12/27 **SEE BROKER NOTES FOR MORE INFORMATION - WAIVER REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO CONTRACT** Copy link below & paste into browser to submit waiver: https://bit.ly/cyawaiver |
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| All Inclusive.Cruising Permit: Paid by BoatLicenses: Paid by Boat | ||||||||
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