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PARADIGM SHIFT
| Length: | 50 ft |
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| Builder: | St. Francis |
| Year Built: | 2011 |
| Refit: | Constantly-2021 |
| Max Guests: | 6 |
| Cabins: | 3 |
| # Crew: | 2 |
| Max Speed: | 12 kts |
| Cruising: | 7.5 kts |
| Fuel Use: | 1.5 US Gall/Hr |
| Beam: | 26'6 ft |
| Draft: | 4'6 ft |
| Base Port: | St. Thomas / Virgin Islands |
| PARADIGM SHIFT is a luxurious 50-foot 2011 St. Francis catamaran with three guest suites (2 queen's and 1 doubles) each with a private en-suite head (electric toilet, separate showers and vanity/sink). The main salon has a fully applianced galley plus full dining area with flat screen TV for watching movies. The spacious cockpit offers lots of the same for lounging and dining alfresco. The huge forward deck and trampolines can accommodate all guests with sunbathing room to spare. Ideal for two or three couples or couples with children. Lots of water toys, 3 SUP boards, Crystal Clear 2 person kayak, Tube, kneeboards, 14 ft aluminum AB Dinghy with 40 hp Honda. Chef Bonnie is a world class, self taught chef , she won first place in both the Summer Canape and Healthy Cocktail competition at the 2015 Newport Charter Boat Show and is not responsible for how much weight you gain in a week! Captain Steve is a veteran of the North Atlantic fishing fleet from Maine who has spent his whole life on the water. |
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Accomodations:
| 1 master queen berth cabin with private ensuite head (shower, tub, electric toilet & vanity with sink), 2 queen berth cabins with private ensuite heads (shower, electric toilet & vanity with sink), 1 double berth crew cabin, with private ensuite head (shower, electric toilet & vanity with sink), large cockpit for lounging and dining, lovely main salon with galley and seating for 6 for cocktails, games or meals, large trampoline forward. | |
| Queens: | 3 |
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Charter Yacht PARADIGM SHIFT : 2011 50 ft St. Francis Catamaran
Scuba Diving
| Scuba: | Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only |
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| Compressor: | Not Onboard |
Water Toys
| Dinghy: | 14' RIB |
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| Dinghy HP: | 40Hp |
| Dinghy Pax: | 6 |
| Snorkel Gear: | Yes |
| Tube: | 2 |
| PaddleBoard: | 2 |
| Float Mats: | 2 |
| Swim Platform: | Walk down stairs in bow |
| Boarding Ladder: | Walk down stern |
| Beach Games: | Yes |
| DeepSea Fishing: | Yes |
| Fishing Gear: | Yes |
| Gear Type: | Trolling & casting |
| # Fish Rods: | 4 see below |
| UnderWater Cam: | Yes |
| Sail Instruct.: | Yes |
| Other Toys: | |
| Underwater lights SubWing Sunchill 2 Stand-up paddle boards Tubes Floating Mats Snorkle Gear Noodles and floats 2 Ugly stick rod/reels 2 Stinson rod/reels Smashball game Beach Tennis set 2 squirt guns Registered BVI fishing vessel | |
Entertainment
| Internet: | Onboard WIFI |
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| BBQ: | Yes |
| VCR DVD: | Yes |
| Salon Stereo: | Yes |
| Num DVD: | 104 |
| Num CDs: | 750+ |
| CamCorder: | Yes |
| Board Games: | Yes |
| Num Books: | 50 |
| iPod: | Yes |
Amenities | |
| Voltages: | 110v |
| AC: | Full |
| AC Night: | Yes |
| AC Surcharge: | Yes |
| Hair Dryer: | Yes |
| Special Diets: | Yes |
| Kosher Diets: | No |
| Nude Charters: | Yes |
| Guest Smoke: | Aft Deck Only |
| Crew Smokes: | No |
| Guest Pet: | No |
| Children?: | Yes |
| Min Age: | 12 |
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Crew Profile
The crew of PARADIGM SHIFT, A 50 FOOT, St. Francis luxury catamaran, are a delightful and very relaxed husband and wife team with a passion for the sea, swimming, sailing, great food and better wine...they are extremely social and love entertaining aboard their beautiful boat.
Captain Steve
A US Coast Guard licensed Master Mariner, Steven has spent his life on the ocean, from sailing with his grandfather in Boston Harbor at six years of age to running a commercial fishing boat in the Gulf of Maine for a decade to sailing extensively in Greece, Turkey, the Caribbean and New England. He grew up and was educated in Africa, the Middle East and Europe before settling down in Annapolis, Maryland graduating from a fully restored classic 42 ft C&C monohull to a 2011 South African built blue water cruising Catamaran. He has a wide variety of interests and a deep appreciation for and considerable experience with, diverse cultures as a result of his life long travels.
Chef Bonnie
Originally a farm girl from Western PA, Bonnie has developed a convert's zeal for ocean sailing, snorkeling and scuba diving. Bonnie and Steven both hold Advanced Open Water PADI dive certifications Her early career included waitressing and eventually managing several fine dining restaurants in Pittsburgh where she worked under several renowned chefs developing her own gourmet style of cooking. She presents a very eclectic menu from down home "comfort food" like fresh baked sourdough bread and chocolate chip cookies to organic free range beef tenderloin, fresh fried snapper to Fetuccini Alfredo..She uses all natural, non-processed ingredients and is as concerned about making healthy food choices as she is about over the top quality and taste. Both she and Steven love sharing their very active lifestyle and will gladly teach beginners how to snorkel, kayak and paddle board.
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Sample Menu
Winner of Best Canapes and Best Healthy Cocktail at the 2015 Newport Charter Yacht Show!
DAY BREAK
Toast and preserves, freshly baked pastries
Fresh teas and coffees
Blueberry Pancakes
Served with bananas or bacon and maple syrup.
Eggs Benedict
With homemade Béarnaise sauce.
Croissant Sandwich
Filled with ham, eggs, and cheese.
French Toast
Served with fresh fruit and pure maple syrup.
Breakfast Burritos
Scrambled eggs with all the fixings.
Bacon & Spinach Quiche
Served with fresh fruit.
MIDDAY
Prawn & Mango Salad
With coriander and lime mayonnaise.
Baja Style Fish Tacos
Creamy coleslaw and salsa fresca.
Homemade Gourmet Burgers
With all the trimmings.
Home-Baked Pizza
Toppings of your choice.
Asian Chicken Salad
Served with a sesame ginger dressing.
Pepperoni Caesar Pasta Salad
Crab & Mango Stuffed Tomato
Served with sliced avocado.
Gourmet Wraps
Hummus spread, tomato, onion, and choice of meats and cheeses, served with chips.
Zingy Pesto Tuna Wrap
Served with salad.
Savory Crêpes
Filled with spinach, bacon, ground beef, and mushrooms.
HORS D’OEUVRES
Thai Crab Cakes
With lime crème fraîche.
Conch Fritters
Served with sweet chili sauce.
Hot Artichoke & Spinach Dip
Baked Brie
Wrapped in puff pastry, served with crackers.
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
In essence.
Super Nachos
Chicken Satay Skewers
MAIN
Chicken Breast
With coconut, coriander, and mixed vegetable rice.
Seafood Crêpes
With prawn, cream, and vermouth sauce.
Ginger-Glazed Mahi Mahi
Served with rice.
Seafood Linguine
Seafood served in a creamy wine sauce over linguini.
Pork Chops
Served with winter squash and a sweet cranberry dressing.
Butter-Seared Fish of the Day
With harvested pea rice, spicy courgette, and green bean salad.
Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry
With vegetables, served over rice.
Elegant Chicken Bryan
With baby potatoes and broccoli.
Fettuccine Alfredo
Served with chicken or shrimp.
Grilled Lobster Tails
With corn on the cob and green salad.
DESSERT
Cheesecake Crêpe Roll-Ups
Banana Spring Rolls
Served with vanilla ice cream.
Chocolate Brownie Sundaes
Fresh Apple Cobbler
Served with ice cream.
Fruit Tart
With cream cheese filling.
Original Cheesecake
With warm blueberry topping.
SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
Makin’ Memories Rum Punch
Mango, coconut, and pineapple rum, dark rum, orange and pineapple juice, grenadine.
Tropical Margarita
100% De Agave tequila, Madhava Organic Amber Agave, sweet and sour mix, pineapple and passion fruit juice, fresh lime.
Sunshine Sailing
Vodka, blue curaçao, sweet and sour mix, fresh lemon.
Caribbean Crush
Vodka, peach schnapps, cranberry, orange and pineapple juice, fresh lime.
Island Breeze Martini
Coconut rum, vodka, pineapple juice, grenadine.
Island Mule
Coconut rum, lime juice, ginger beer.
VIRGIN ISLANDS INFAMOUS COCKTAILS
Bushwacker
Invented in 1975 at the Ship’s Store, Sapphire Pub at Sapphire Village in St. Thomas, this creamy, chocolate piña colada-style cocktail is made with dark rum, Kahlua, crème de cacao, Coco Lopez (cream of coconut), and milk, spun in a blender with ice.
Painkiller
Created in the 1970s at the Soggy Dollar Bar in the British Virgin Islands, this fun and fruity mix features Pusser’s Rum, pineapple, orange, and Coco Lopez, served over ice with freshly grated nutmeg.
Rates
| SEASON: | 2 Guests | 4 Guests | 6 Guests |
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| Winter 2024 to 2025 | $16,000 | $18,000 | $20,000 |
| Summer 2025 | $19,000 | $19,000 | $19,000 |
| Winter 2025 to 2026 | $16,000 | $18,000 | $20,000 |
Turn Around: 48 hrs
Preferred Pickup: Crown Bay Marina, STT - Winter
Other Pickup: Newport, RI - Summers
Price Details:
Cruising Grounds: U.S. Virgin IslandsPick Up/Drop Off: Crown Bay Marina / Other port: YHG, Red Hook, STJ or BVI (limited to 7 per year)
Yacht: USVI-Based
*Registered BVI fishing vessel*
FULLY VACCINATED GUESTS ONLY PLEASE
FULL BOARD CHARTERS REQUIRE 1 LUNCH AND 1 DINNER TO BE TAKEN ASHORE.
HALF-BOARD SPECIAL!
HALF-BOARD RATES INCLUDE AN ADDITIONAL $500 DISCOUNT. PLEASE SEE BROKER NOTES SECTION FOR FULL DETAILS.
GENERAL RATES NOTE: All rates are for one week / 7 nights.
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.
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2024/2025 NOVEMBER THRU APRIL
**USVI ONLY ITINERARY**
FULL-BOARD ONLY. 5 NIGHT MIN INQUIRE FOR LESS.
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 6 dinners; 1 dinner & 1 lunch ashore at client's expense.
2@$16,000 | 3@$17,000 | 4@$18,000 | 5@$19,000 | 6@$20,000
HALF-BOARD OPTION:
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Other meals ashore at client expense.
2@$15,200 | 3@$16,050 | 4@$16,900 | 5@$17,750 | 6@$18,600
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**BVI ITINERARY INCLUDING USVI PORTS - 7 CHARTERS PER SEASON**
FULL-BOARD ONLY. 7 NIGHT MIN
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 6 dinners; 1 dinner & 1 lunch ashore at client's expense.
2@$18,000 | 3@$19,000 | 4@$20,000 | 5@$22,000 | 6@$23,000
HALF-BOARD OPTION:
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Other meals ashore at client expense.
2@$17,200 | 3@$18,050 | 4@$18,900 | 5@$20,750 | 6@$21,600
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24/25 HOLIDAYS
RATE - $24,500 (up to 6 guests) -- 10 days or two one week charters with 48 hours turnaround in between
7 night minimum - Requires 1 lunch and 1 dinner to be taken ashore at client expense.
Christmas Dates: December 19th - 26th
New Year: December 28th - January 4th
**SEE BROKER NOTES FOR MORE INFORMATION - WAIVER REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO CONTRACT**
Rate Terms:
(Caribbean Terms) InclusiveAll rates are for the entire yacht and are subject to change without notice prior to actual reservation.
An additional premium maybe applied for Holiday Periods such as Christmas and New Year.
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Charter Yacht PARADIGM SHIFT Guest Reviews
Crew Comments
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Hardest Working Crew of Two
Karen - Just back from Maine so before it slips my mind. Steve and Bonnie, as you suggested were just terrific. Great outgoing personalities. Hardest working two person crew we ever saw (and we’ve seen a lot.) He’s a super boat handler, she’s quite competent and more importantly cooks up a storm. Gourmet class cook. In addition to which they cheerfully catered a cocktail party for our closest friends, found two hands to service arriving and departing ducks, and served two other meals at which we had three guests each. Full on first class effort with never a frown. You will not be surprised that I went the full 20%, deposit balance plus check. For something that was lined up at the last minute it was great. Many thanks to you. If they ever need references, happy to provide (or you can just use this note!) Warm regards, G PS - I won’t forget you for next year! With better notice.MARCH 2014
We had a marvelous week on Paradigm Shift. It is an absolutely stunning part of the world and even though I spent a lot of time working I was glad that I was on a yacht in the Exuma Cays! Steve and Bonnie were great, excellent hosts and they took such good care of the kids which made a huge difference for Kate and I. The yacht itself is great, lots of space, modern and well set up. I would highly recommend Steve and Bonnie as hosts and Paradigm Shift as a yacht and as you know I am a little hard to please at times!! Rob Joseph
MARCH 2014
Our charter was fabulous! Paradigm Shift is modern, spacious, comfortable, plus great under sail. The Exumas are spectacular with their deserted beaches, pristine snorkeling, plus oh-so amazing water colors. We found the Exumas to have just enough establishment and entertainment on land to keep things interesting (with visits to some local marinas, bars, and restaurants plus a fun stop to see the swimming pigs), but what makes the location so unique is the feeling of truly being away from it all. In the end, what made our vacation so special was our crew of Steven, Bonnie and their little dog Tabasco. Steven is a great Captain, making you feel comfortable and safe in his care. He has a wealth of knowledge about the Bahamas and picked a perfect itinerary for our charter. Bonnie is a great Chef, producing one yummy gourmet treat after another. She's also a warm, fun, and friendly person and made us feel extremely welcome aboard. Together, they're an interesting and fun couple to spend time with and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with them. Their 3rd crew member, Tabasco, was a real treat to have around and made a perfect and lovable companion for our trip. We look forward to chartering the Paradigm Shift in the Exumas again soon.
SEPTEMBER 2014
We returned last night from the most amazing time! Bonnie and Steve were amazing hosts and made us so comfortable. All of my family - especially the birthday boy Steve, just had a wonderful time. The accommodations were great, the food was delicious and the activities were just enough. We still had plenty of time to just relax and get to know each other better. We had our two new members of our family with us- our future son-in-laws!APRIL 8, 2015 - DAY TRIP
Everything was perfect!! Bonnie and Steve were great!! Couldn't have ask for a more perfect day!!AUGUST 2015
Steve and Bonnie Carroll made our charter everything we had hoped for and more. From the moment we met them, after exchanging sincere hugs, their first priority was making sure we were comfortable with them and being on their boat. Bonnie was an incredible cook for us. She was always making something delicious and was extremely kind in doing so. On a few occasions we watched and helped her prepare meals. It was fascinating for us to learn new recipes and share some of ours with her. What a delight! Steve always made us feel as if we were in good, safe hands. He had total control over the boat at all times. We enjoyed watching him sail and navigate. He took the time to show us what he was doing, explain his high tech navigational system, and together we developed the itinerary that best suited us. In both of their respective roles, they were true professionals with personalities you dream of. They were always aware of everything. They had the perfect blend of asking if we need anything, and knowing when we wanted space. They had so many fun water toys and we all played on them together. Having them participate with us on their stand up paddle boards, walks on the beach collecting sea shells, meandering through island towns, and early morning swims, showed us that if you're lucky, you're crew can have a fun side to them. Steve was happy to show us how to drive the dingy, although i might have made him nervous :) Their dog, Tabasco, was adorable and never felt in the way. Every morning he would climb on my lap while I enjoyed Bonnie's delightful coffee. I'm allergic to dogs, but Tabasco, being hypo-allergenic, never gave me a single problem. Definitely the best dog I've ever met! Steve and Bonnie were genuinely interested in hearing about our lives and it allowed us to feel very easy going. This is a subtle but important trait you want on your charter. After all, you're sharing limited space together. Their casual and relaxed nature made us feel as if we made life long friends. The boat was always very clean, neat, and organized. Whenever we were looking for something, down to the littlest thing such as a toothpick, nail clipper, or tape; they knew just where it would be. This trip was an all time travel highlight for us, and we've been all over the world. While we were still on the boat, we were trying to make a plan for when we can get back on in the future.
The nicest boat in the VI
I live in the Virgin Islands and I am very picky on boat charters. Steve and Bonnie have the nicest boat in the VI that I have been on. They just arrived to the area with their absolutely beautiful boat and are the new game in town to beat. We chartered it for a day for a work retreat with my New York office. Our group was 12. It was fantastic. The boat is new and spotless, Bonnie's food was outstanding (think high expectations for big-city foodies), and Steve was a great captain, making sure we went to the best places for our group and pulling out all the toys for us throughout the day (tubing, snorkel gear, SUPs, games, etc.)! I have seen most of the charters in the VI so this review should save a lot of research time. If you like new and clean, high-quality food, the best layout of a catamaran I have seen, and a very professional and fun host couple, this is your boat. I will be taking my family on an overnight charter next. Jeff Picket Visited December 2015
Fish Family Charter
We spent 8 magical days on the Paradigm Shift and as I was stepping off the boat on our last day I turned to Bonnie and Steve and simply said that sometimes dreams really do come true!! I also want a special shout out to Bonnie for being an amazing chef!! The quality of the food was unexpected from the relatively tight quarters of a boat galley!! In summary, I highly recommend Vine Yachts and Steve and Bonnie Carroll on the Paradigm Shift !! The sign of a fantastic vacation is in stating that my family and I can’t wait to do this again!!!!!
We can’t wait to get back!!!
We miss the islands already! We try to keep the island vibe going 😊 Bonnie and Steve were awesome!! We can’t imagine a better week. They were more than accommodating!! The boat is perfect and you can tell they take pride in it. Bonnie is an awesome cook and nailed every meal....and drink😉 They are amazing people and we had a ton of fun with them. They were a perfect match for us. Hopefully they had fun with us 🙂 We can’t wait to get back!!!Better than we could have ever imagined!
Dear Bonnie, Steve and Sailor, We knew this would be a trip of a lifetime but thank you for making it better than we could have ever imagined! You guys ROCK!March 20-28
Bonnie, Steve and the Paradigm Shift exceeded all expectations. This is not our first rodeo. We have enjoyed sailing in the BVI's many times but this was, by far, our best overall experience, even though Covid limited our cruising area. Bonnie and Steve knew where to take us to maximize our experience. Snorkeling off Culebra was a highlight. We will definitely be back on the Paradigm Shift!New Years week, 2022/2023, guests aboard PARADIGM SHIFT wrote:
Dear Bonnie, Steve, and Sailor I wanted to convey our appreciation and gratitude for the care and attention to detail you both showed us on our wonderful Christmas / New Years charter….Nicole and I had fabulous week, Bonnies’ food was exceptional... the freshness , variety and portions were perfect for us. Captain Steve was able to fast track the paperwork required to enter the BVI which was our goal on this trip as we had been denied entry in 2020 due to Covid restrictions. All in all an amazing trip, both relaxing and fun when we needed it…best charter ever! Thanks again Steve & Bonnie.. PS: We miss Sailor dog every minute and hope you are sneaking treats to her in our absence!! Best, Bernard and NicoleLate February, 2023, guests aboard catamaran PARADIGM SHIFT wrote:
Late February, 2023, guests aboard catamaran PARADIGM SHIFT wrote their note in their own hand...