Philotimo

4.8 Review Caribbean Virgin Islands
Built/RefitYEAR 2017
YachtLength 63.00 Ft
Number OfCabins 4
Number OfGuests 8
TotalCrew 3
RatesFrom $30,000

Philotimo (2017)

8 guests, 4 Showers, 4 Wash Basins
Philotimo is a beautiful Lagoon 63 power catamaran with an abundance of space both inside and out, giving guests the freedom to relax in a variety of different social areas. Philotimo boasts luxurious design, superior cruising performance and she is equipped with all the comforts you could need onboard which makes Philotimo the perfect charter option!

$30,000

Meet the crew!

Captain Hugh O'Brien (60) Anglo Irish

Born in England and then lived in more than a dozen countries across Europe, Asia and
The Americas. Now a permanent US Resident living in the Caribbean & Florida, predominantly in the US and British Virgin Islands.
Hugh started competitive sailing and ocean racing in the UK & France in 1987 (35 years of ocean sailing experience). He completed his intensive Royal Yachting Association (RYA) YachtMaster 500 Ton Sail & Power Commercial License in 2002 at the prestigious UK Sailing Academy, and worked as a Captain & Chef in commercial yachting in the Cayman Islands, Virgin Islands, USA & Japan. Hugh also ran 5 Star Sailing with a 50 ft Beneteau Sloop as a Captain Chef in the Virgin Islands from 2007-2011.

A 20 year career in Marketing & Sales for American IT & Database companies saw Hugh working in some 20 countries and heading up operations in Europe, US, Asia & Latin America. In 2017, Hugh purchased a new 60 ft Beneteau sloop (Ocean Star) with his business
partner Nick in Charleston, leading to the maiden season for the yacht and crew in the
Virgin Islands for 2018. Hugh attended culinary classes and schools in France, Japan and America, and specializes in Mediterranean, Latin American and Asian fresh food dishes with premium ingredients.

Hugh is a light social drinker but non smoker, no drugs, no criminal record, clean
licenses and a broad sense of humour especially when trying to catch fish!

Chef Mate: Vivian Swietelsky (58) American Swiss

Vivianne, or “Chef ViVi” is based in St Thomas & Miami. She is known for her authentic interpretations of the world’s great cuisines – American, Mediterranean, Southeast Asian, Indian & Latin American – as well as for being an outstanding pastry chef and
cocktail mixologist.

For as far back as she can remember, Chef Vivi has been passionate about food and the artistry of its preparation. Born in the U.S. to an Italian father and a Venezuelan mother, she grew up in the United States, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, and Mexico, and is fluent in five languages. Her family life revolved around the enjoyment of great food and her mother taught her to cook instinctually, from the heart.

Another one of Chef ViVi’s passions is sailing, and she has enjoyed working on sailboats around the world. She also has an ASA Certificate for Offshore Sailing gained in the U.S. Virgin Islands and has owned and operated several Beneteau yachts.

Chef ViVi attended culinary schools in several different countries & studied hospitality management at the Florida International University’s School of Hospitality & Tourism. She has been a restaurant Pastry Chef, owned her own upscale catering company, “Truffles Catering”, and worked as Chef for clientele in both private homes and on
charter yachts.

What Vivianne enjoys the most about being Chef with Captain Hugh is the daily interaction with their guests and the pleasure of creating wonderful memories for them. From serving them her signature cocktails to preparing their favorite entree or dessert, to creating a dish they have never tried before -and now will never forget- it’s all about delivering a five-star dining experience and exceeding even their highest expectations.

Mate Stewardess: (when needed) Doris Schepian (44) American German

Doris has great skills around the galley and creates amazing meals and cocktails and has several years of charter experience in the Virgin Islands on Catamarans and Monohulls. She is an avid swimmer, snorkeler and hiker.

Engineer Mate: (when needed) Barney Calhoun (43) Scottish American

Barney grew up in Costa Rica then moved to the US. He is an experienced engineer that has lived in the US Virgin Islands for 15 years. He has owned multiple yachts and worked on countless more, he is a skilled yachtsman and active racing crewman and he tells silly family style jokes on request!

The crew look forward to creating memories of a lifetime with you aboard Philotimo!

*Three members of crew aboard for charters of 6 guests or more



Specifications

Type Power Yachts
BuilderLagoon
Year Built2017
Size63.00 Ft
Beam32 Feet
Draft3.11 Feet
Guests8

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: Crown Bay Marina, STT, USVI
Other Pick-up: Red Hook/YHG, STT - West End,

Details

Refit: -
Helipad: No
Jacuzzi: No
A/C: Full

Engine Details

-
Fuel Consumption: -
Cruising Speed: -
Max Speed: -

Locations

Winter Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Virgin Islands (US)
Summer Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Leewards, Caribbean Windwards, Caribbean Virgin Islands (US)

Amenities

Salon Tv/VCR: Yes
Salon Stereo: Yes
Sat Tv: Crews accept cash, Venmo, Paypal or can pay in advance with final balance due - to be disbursed upon approval from client.
# of Videos: -
# DVDs/Movies: Yes
# CD's: Yes
Camcorder: -
Books: -
Board Games: -
Sun Awning: -
Deck Shower: -
Bimini: -
Water Maker: -
Special Diets: Yes
Kosher: Inq
BBQ: Yes
# Dine In: -
Minimum Age: -
Generator: -
Inverter: -
Voltages: -
Water Maker: -
Water Cap: -
Ice Maker: -
Sailing Instructions: -
Internet Access: Onboard WIFI
Gay Charters: Yes
Nude: Inq
Hairdryers: -
# Port Hatches: -
Guests Smokes: -
Crew Smokes: No
Pets Aboard: No
Pet Type: -
Guest Pets: -
Children Ok: -
Hammock: -
Windscoops: -

Water Sports

Dinghy size: 16ft Honda Rib
Dinghy hp: 60HP
Dinghy # pax: -
Water Skis Adult: Yes
Water Skis Kids: Yes
Jet Skis: -
Wave Runners: -
Kneeboard: -
Windsurfer: -
Snorkel Gear: -
Tube: -
Scurfer: -
Wake Board: -
Kayaks 1 Pax: -
Kayaks (2 Pax): Yes
Floating Mats: Yes
Swim Platform: -
Boarding Ladder (Loc/Type): -
Sailing Dinghy: -
Beach Games: -
Fishing Gear: Yes
Gear Type: Light Tackle
Rods: 3
2 Pax 3 Pax 4 Pax 5 Pax 6 Pax 7 Pax 8 Pax
Winter 2023 to 2024 $32,000 $32,000 $32,000 $32,000 $32,000 $0 $0
Summer 2024 $32,000 $32,000 $32,000 $32,000 $32,000 $0 $0
Winter 2024 to 2025 $37,000 $37,000 $37,000 $37,500 $38,000 $0 $0
Summer 2025 $37,000 $37,000 $37,000 $37,500 $38,000 $0 $0
***BVI PICK UP & BVI ITINERARY ONLY***

● MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5

● GUEST PAX: 6

● EMBARKATION: 12PM
● DISEMBARKATION: 12PM

● LESS THAN 7 NIGHT CHARTER RATES: 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.

● SLEEP ABOARD:1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at client's expense. Includes; boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and breakfast the next morning and early start.

● HALF-BOARD OPTION: $100 discount per person
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.

● LOCAL FARE OPTION: $75 discount per person
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.

● CHILDREN DISCOUNT:
$100 discount per child.

● TURN AROUNDS: 24-hour turn arounds available for $250 per charter, otherwise 48-hour turns are standard

● HOLIDAY RATES:
CHRISTMAS: Up to 6 guests for $42,000 - Must end no later than Dec 26th.
NEW YEARS: Up to 6 guests for $43,700 - Must begin no sooner than Dec 27th.

● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE INCLUDES:
Meals & Beverages onboard
Fuel
Mooring fees
Private Yacht & Service of the crew (captain, chef/mate)
Insurance for the yacht and the passengers (civil liability)
Accommodation in private air-conditioned cabins each with an ensuite bathroom and
bedding, towels, and beach towels.

● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Special provisioning requests (inquire for further details)
Cancellation insurance and private insurance
Airport transfers to/from yacht base
Personal Expenses

● TIP:
It is customary to tip your crew at the end of your charter. The amount you leave is totally at your discretion and should be based on the level of service provided. The suggested gratuity is 15%-25% of the total charter fee.
MCA Compliant
All Inclusive.Cruising Permit: Paid by BoatLicenses: Paid by Boat

(15 December -30 April)
Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Virgin Islands (US)
(1 May - 14 December)
Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Leewards, Caribbean Windwards, Caribbean Virgin Islands (US)


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