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Charter Rates Per Week
Rate Period | Terms | 2 Guests | 3 Guests | 4 Guests | 5 Guests | 6 Guests |
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Winter 2020 to 2021 | All Inclusive | $56,000 | $57,000 | $58,000 | $59,000 | $60,000 |
Summer 2021 | All Inclusive | $56,000 | $0 | $58,000 | $0 | $60,000 |
Winter 2021 to 2022 | All Inclusive | $56,000 | $57,000 | $58,000 | $59,000 | $60,000 |
Additional Rate Information
Location Details
Summer Area: Caribbean Leewards, USA – New England
Winter Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands, Caribbean Leewards, Caribbean Windwards
Location Details: SUMMER 2021- BOSTON – UNAVAILABLE FOR CHARTERS –
WINTER 2021/2022: CARIBBEAN – Available in ST MARTIN or in ST VINCENT –
SUMMER 2022: TBA


CAPTAIN: Willem J.M. NIEUWELINK
Nationality: Dutch
Age: 39
Diploma: RYA Yachtmaster Offshore, MCA Commercially endorsed. PADI Dive Master
Language spoken: Dutch & English
Captain Willem hails from a small canal town in Holland where his family kept their sailboat tied to the dock at their home and has lived for sailing since he was a young boy. Later as a teenager Willem taught sailing in Greece, Mallorca and England as well as competed in dinghy racing on an international level where he collected multiple awards. As a fully qualified RYA Yacht Master Offshore, Captain Willem has an extensive list of credentials as a skipper with his well-rounded career in both the Charter & Private yacht industry.
Willem joins us from his last position which he held with the same owner & yacht for ten years. He oversaw the build of the vessel and eventually completed a circumnavigation while maintaining the owners request for the yacht to be kept up to 5-star standards. He has cultivated an extensive list of global networks which ensure exclusive connectivity no matter where Namaste ventures.
Willem is at his happiest when guests are perched happily in one of the many comfortable areas on deck while the boat sails effortlessly into the sunset. His calm nature and giddy knowledge of almost all types of yachts will elicit a true sense of happiness while onboard.
An outstanding sportsman on the water Willem looks forward to taking you waterskiing and wakeboarding or exploring the treasures under the sea as he is a certified PADI Dive Master.
Captain Willem is looking forward to this new adventure and with his natural humor and easy-going nature you are assured an unforgettable time. Willem creates specialized itineraries for each guest and will make you feel at ease afloat as he safely steers you to unique & exciting destinations on Yacht Namaste.
CHEF: Howard FOSS
Nationality: American
STCW 2010 and Eng1
Advanced Patisserie – Mixologist/Barrister – Silver Service
Cordon Bleu Grande Diploma
Languages: English
Foss is an adventurous, out-of-the-box thinking, natural-minded chef who loves to incorporate his surroundings, culture, and atmosphere into his dishes. He was brought up in the hospitality industry and he was always surrounded by a variety of people and cultures. His pursuit of culinary excellence led him to start his own private cheffing company, which he successfully sold to pursue his dreams on a global scale, through yachting. Using his classical French training as his base, he strives to achieve an immersive culinary experience that is educational, emotional, and mindful of guests’ health requirements.
“The key is in the detail,” says Chef Foss. Foss prides himself on staying two steps ahead and providing a flawless performance. Creating culinary experiences that are personal and thoughtful is just one way he makes luxury travel even more delightful for the elite traveler.
Above all else, Foss is an outdoorsman through and through. He grew up fishing, water-skiing, and so much more, which gave him a love for what the world offers if you take a chance. His yachting career has taken him on incredible adventures and all he wishes is to share our incredible world with guests on Namaste.
STEWARDESS: Alexis VERRUTO (Lexi)
Nationality: American
STCW95 – NG1
GE Major nursing – Certified SkyAngel Academy
Languages: English
Alexis is an intelligent, poised, and discreet yacht stewardess. She started her yachting career by sailing to Bermuda, and she knew immediately that this was the industry for her. Previously, she was the lead flight attendant with a corporate jet firm, and she has extensive VIP hospitality and exclusive customer service experience. She has a friendly, welcoming, and kind demeanor. Paying strict attention to guest needs, she takes pride in ensuring guests not only have an enjoyable trip but also have an entire experience of luxury at sea.
From sky to sea, she has traveled all over the world and most recently spent a season in Costa Rica. She takes delight in going the extra mile for her guests, spending most of her free time in destinations sourcing local produce, flowers, activities, and any extra items that may pertain to guests’ profiles. Alexis loves living an active and healthy lifestyle and will gladly help incorporate that into your Namaste experience.
Just like Namaste, Alexis is an explorer of the world. She is warm, friendly, and eager to explore the open ocean with you while ensuring that every experience is one to remember.
FIRST MATE: Joey COMPTON
Nationality: British
RYA Yachtmaster Offshore
Languages: English,
Joey got his start in yachting over 10 years ago, tempted into sailing off the docks of a popular Caribbean destination, Antigua, where he was born and still calls home.
With dual-citizenship and having spent most of his adolescence in his other home, New Zealand, Joey has that Kiwi-charm that always keeps those around him in good spirits.
Since his first Atlantic crossing many years ago, he has logged over 65,000 sea miles and sailed in many of the most scenic ports of the Mediterranean, Caribbean and East Coast USA.
Joey holds a RYA Yachtmaster Ocean ticket as well as a host of other yachting certificates.
Between perfecting sail trim, ensuring a fun and safe water sports experience, and keeping things running smoothly in the engine room, Joey always maintains a very hand on approach.
He is a true team player and takes pride in great service and seeing that guests are always happy when onboard.
Title | Name | Nation | Born | Languages |
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Captain | Willem J.M. NIEUWELINK | Dutch | 0 | English, German, Spanish |
Crew | Howard FOSS | American |



CAPTAIN
Willo



CHEF
Howard FOSS



STEWARDESS
Alexis VERRUTO



FIRST MATE
Joey COMPTON
Accomodation
Ammenities
Electronics
General
Leisure
Engine: Webber 850 H.O, 150 HP jet turbo
Segway personal transporter: 2 x Segway personal transportor, model i2 SE
14 foot bottom inflatable tender with a 25 HP outboard
Mono & Bi water skis for adults & children
2 Wakeboard - 1 kids and 1 adults, 1 wake skate
2 Inflatable Starboard: Zen WindSUPs
2 Inflatable Hobie: Mirage i12s - 1 person kayak & 1 Inflatable Hobie: Mirage i14t - 2 person kayak
2 double seat tubes, 2 tubes, 1 banana ride
3 seabobs with harness
1 knewboard
Noodles
Beach toys
Deep sea fishing gear: 2 sets deep sea trolling gear 3
Snorkeling equipment for 8
Diving equipment for 6 people
Rendez-Vous diving on request
Underwater camera and video
Extended inflatable swim platform
Namaste is offering 3 double cabins including a Master as below :
On the forward portside, the MASTER CABIN with one bed: 1820 mm (beam) x 2000 mm (length) & leather sofa, Separated heads & steamshower
Aft portside, the first DOUBLE CABIN with bed 1635 mm (beam) x 2000 mm (length) and separated heads & shower
Aft starboard, the second DOUBLE CABIN with bed: 1635 mm (beam) x 2000 mm (length) and separated heads & shower
All of them equipped with hair dryer, plugs 1 for the shaver + 1 for the vanity (110v & 220), Rj45 & 4 X USB
Also with private A/C control, TV sets, BOSE minisoundlink,Wi-fi and blue tooth
Crew quarters: 1 cabin located on the forward starboard with hull and the cabin mid-portside
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SAMPLE MENU by Howard FOSS
BREAKFAST
Fruit salad, home flavor yogurt, granola, variety of hams and cheeses
Eggs Florentine with roasted heirloom tomato with optional Parma ham crisps
French toast, honey, toasted pine nuts, Crème Fraiche
Fruit platter, yogurt, seasonal fruit compote, freshly made bread and pastries
Blueberry pancakes, custard, mint blueberry salsa
Namaste breakfast sandwich: bacon, cheddar, fried egg, arugula
Fruit platter, Namaste power acai bowls, whisky cinnamon oats,
fresh made cheese puffs with melted butter
Shakshuka, poached eggs, ghee rubbed pita bread topped with feta
Full English breakfast: eggs of choice, bacon, sausage, roast baby tomatoes & potatoes, mushroom,
homemade baked beans
LUNCH
Grilled seabass with whole grilled lemon, grilled asparagus topped
with lemon beurre blanc, toasted almond and green bean salad
Homemade ricotta chicken, med quinoa salad, cold beetroot salad
with chevin and dill, mixed seasonal green salad
Lamb cutlets, whole grilled carrots, roast pepper parcel,
whole butter fried oyster mushrooms, home-made mint jelly, toasted pita
Roast duck, orange roasted carrot salad, mixed berry sauce,
kale and spinach tossed in olive oil, lightly seasoned
Smoked burger, aged cheddar, tomato, lettuce, red onion,
homemade mustard mayonnaise, sweet potato fries
Steamed clams and mussels, grilled lobster, corn on the cob,
coleslaw, potato salad, grilled sourdough bread, garlic butter
Fish 5 ways: a mixed raw affair of Asian style cuts of fish with sushi rice,
julienne of carrots, cucumber, radish, nori, seaweed salad
Panko style mixed seafood, wild rice, lemon sauce, steamed asparagus, Parmesan crisps
Tomahawk family tacos: tomahawk steak sliced thin with burnt butter, red onion, sour cream, coriander,
chimichurri, toasted tacos, side of beef stock butter beans
DINNER
Pasta alle vongole topped with parsley, toasted anchovy toast, Caprese salad
Rabbit ragu, polenta, roast broccoli, lemon zest
Filet, truffle puree, red wine jus, grilled baby bone marrow, fresh peas
Scallops, celeriac, fennel, spinach puree topped with toasted lavender sauce and syrup
Tomahawk steak, mushroom bourbon sauce,
Parmesan roasted baby potatoes, steamed vegetables and salad
Roast pork belly, roasted apple, apple sauce, steamed sweet peas,
butternut squash, poached pickled pepper
Whole baked fish of the day served tableside with potato gratin,
warmed corn off the cob, dill sauce, greens of the day
Beef curry – cooked for 12 hours, jasmine rice, toasted coconut, banana,
tzatziki, poppadoms and naan bread
Lamb shank slow braised, mash potato, Yorkshire pudding, steamed greens
DESSERTS
Rum cake
White chocolate mousse, meringue, mixed berry sauce
Homemade nougat ice cream, almond praline
Peach cobbler
Molten lava cake
Pavlova
Deconstructed cheesecake
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