PURELYBLU
Captain Brad Needham
As a North Carolina native, one of Brad’s earliest memories is going sailing with his father in the Pamlico Sound on the family boat, a 12’ O’day Widgeon. Learning to sail the family boat single handedly by ten, and then attending summer sailing camp every year until old enough to begin working on sailing staff by age 16. Working as a sailing instructor there and at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Brad loves to share his passion for sailing with others by educating people to sail themselves. Having graduated from N.C. State University with a degree in mechanical engineering, he also has a keen awareness of the inner workings of many vessel systems. While pursuing his undergraduate degree, Brad worked in both front and back of house positions in numerous hotels, restaurants and bars.
Working as an engineer for a private company in Homer, Alaska Brad traveled throughout the U.S. and as far as Turkmenistan doing border security installations but soon was soon reacquainted with his need to be on the water after taking a vacation cruising around Florida on a friend’s 28’ Cape Dory. He then restarted his career working on charter fishing boats in Alaska and subsequently got his captain’s license leading to multiple Inside Passage boat deliveries. He now has over 40,000 NM under his belt and enjoys sharing his experience with others.
Chef Zoe Gahan
Growing up in Minnesota, the land of 10,000 lakes, Zoe has never been far from the water, andgrew up enjoying trips up north for fishing and water sports, canoeing in the Boundary Waters, and surfing in California with her father. She believes her love for fine foods began with her first ever bite of solid food: a taste of fresh focaccia from her aunt and uncle’s Italian restaurant. Zoe learned to embrace creativity in the
kitchen from her mother, and growing up with extended family in the restaurant industry gave her a behind-the-scenes view of fine dining and a love for hospitality.
Zoe was raised closely involved in her parents’ business, a community newspaper, and held many roles, eventually managing the company alongside her mother and father. The experience gave her a foundation in customer service, management and organization that she carries into her work as mate and chef on Purely Blu. Earning a fine arts degree further elevated her culinary artistry, and she draws on her lifelong
love of cooking and art to produce not only delicious, but colorful and inviting meal presentations. Zoe’s international travels, including backpacking in South America and time in Italy and France, have always focused on discovering the best local cuisines. With the community newspaper industry facing decline, Zoe decided to forge a new path, and drove to Alaska sight unseen. After her first day working on a charter fishing boat, she knew wanted to make a career on the ocean. Having recently earned her captain’s license after logging over 10,000 NM, she enjoys continually learning aboard every vessel she works on.
Brad and Zoe met in Alaska (for a fun story, ask how!) and have worked on charter boats independently and together for over seven years. They are happiest on the water, whether that be fishing or sharing good food and laughter with new and old friends alike.
Captain Brad Qualifications:
USCG 100 ton
STCW
Marine Radio Operator
First Aid and CPR certified
Chef Zoe Qualifications:
USCG 100 ton
STCW
First Aid and CPR certified
Specifications
Boat Details
Details
Engine Details
2 x Yanmar 4JH80
Locations
Complementary USVI and BVI map to track your charter
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body Wash
Body Lotion
Reef Safe 30SPF Sunscreen
2 sea scooters
2 paddle boards
1 floating dock
starlink wifi
2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | 7 Pax | 8 Pax | ||
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Winter 2023 to 2024 | $22,000 | $22,500 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 | $24,500 | $25,000 | |
Summer 2024 | $22,000 | $22,500 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 | $24,500 | $25,000 | |
Winter 2024 to 2025 | $22,000 | $22,500 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 | $24,500 | $25,000 | |
Summer 2025 | $22,000 | $22,500 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 | $24,500 | $25,000 | |
Short charters available 24hr Turns Available 3 queen ensuite cabins and midship cabin are available to guests. Midship and port forward cabins share head. Crew will take starboard forward queen cabin. HOLIDAYS: 2024 Christmas Flat Rate $25,000 inquire about pick up and drop off. 7 night minimum. New Years Flat Rate $30,000 inquire about pick up. 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*** SHORT CHARTERS: (Rate / 6 x #Nights) SLEEP ABOARD: $2,000 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. CHILD DISCOUNTS: Discount Applied First Children 15 and under $500 discount ***must be 15 or under at the time of charter*** Exclusive Water Taxi available! The Caribe Express provides private transportation to and from your charter yacht on a comfortable Aquila 36. Enjoy complimentary cocktails while our professional crew handles Customs and Immigration Please inquire for pricing. |
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$18,000 per week Captain only rate includes the Vessel, all linens/towels/Kitchenware/Diningware, water toys and the Captain. Not Included: All Running Costs, Food, Drink, Cruising Taxes/Fees/Permits, Fuel, Dockage/Moorings, etc... |
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All Inclusive.Cruising Permit: Paid by BoatLicenses: Paid by Boat |
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