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Crew Profiles
| Title | Name | Nation | Born | Licenses | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain | Gavin Van Der Berg | S. African | 0 | RYA Yachtmaster Ocean | English |
| Crew | Marie Perez | Italian | STCW |
Meet the crew!
Meet the crew for season 2022/23!
Captain Gavin
Having been around boats since the age of five, Gavin’s parents were in the process of refitting a boat for a circumnavigation. Due to a tragic accident which lead to the loss of his father, this dream had to be put on hold.
The boating world became his natural choice of career, where he went on to acquire the qualifications to become a certified sailing instructor. Gavin inherited the dream and his ultimate goal is to one day sail around the world. Free diving is his greatest passion with hobbies including surfing, fishing and most water sports under the sun. Gavin has been a charter captain in the British Virgin Islands for the past 8 years and knows the waters better than most. Gavin holds an RYA/MCA Yacht Master Ocean Qualification, a BVI Boatmaster and a SAMSA Yacht Master Commercial.
Some of his current sailing accomplishments are, across the North and South Atlantic, circumnavigated the Baltic Sea, eight seasons in the Caribbean, two seasons in the United Kingdom and France, up the East Coast of Africa, Durban to Kenya as well as stops in Madagascar and not to mention a surf/sail trip in Indonesia.
Gavin has recently returned to chartering in the BVI after living and sailing aboard his own vessel with his wife and two young girls around the Caribbean.
Gavin is looking forward to welcoming you onboard M/Y Philotimo and showing you the vacation of a lifetime!
Chef Marie
Marie was born in the Dominican Republic. In her teenage years she moved to Italy where she studied languages. She worked as interpreter/translator along with Web Marketing. Marie also loved cooking part time in restaurants, where she found herself in tune with her soul and real nature.
In 2010 she totally revolutionized her life by changing profession and started cooking on yachts in the US and British Virgin Islands. Now she is a professional Chef, graduated with Merit from the Ashburton Chefs Academy in Devon, England.
Marie is a superstar in the galley specializing in tasty Italian, European, North America, and Spanish Caribbean cuisine with a flair for unique presentation and gracious service. She gives her best when inspiration launches her at new “Marie’s Creations”, which are very original, tasty dishes, result of a passionate research into new ways to satisfy the most refine palates.
Marie has a passion for client service detail and loves to deliver those special touches that bring smiles to all her guests. You will be asking for her amazing recipes when you reluctantly leave Marie’s kitchen. She speaks English, Italian, Spanish and French but is best versed in the language of excellent service and tasty fun.
Captain
Gavin
Chef
Marie
Specifications
Accommodations
Additional Rate Information
Additional Rate Information
Charter Rates Per Week
| Rate Period | Terms | 2 Guests | 3 Guests | 4 Guests | 5 Guests | 6 Guests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2023 | Inclusive | $37,000 | $37,000 | $37,000 | $37,500 | $38,000 |
| Winter 2023 to 2024 | Inclusive | $37,000 | $37,000 | $37,000 | $37,500 | $38,000 |
| Summer 2024 | Inclusive | $37,000 | $37,000 | $37,000 | $37,500 | $38,000 |
Additional Rate Information
Location Details
Summer Area: Caribbean Windwards, Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Winter Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Location Details: Available in Grenadines – September to October 2023
Available in BVI ONLY – November 2023 to August 2024
Meet the crew!
Meet the crew for season 2022/23!
Captain Gavin
Having been around boats since the age of five, Gavin’s parents were in the process of refitting a boat for a circumnavigation. Due to a tragic accident which lead to the loss of his father, this dream had to be put on hold.
The boating world became his natural choice of career, where he went on to acquire the qualifications to become a certified sailing instructor. Gavin inherited the dream and his ultimate goal is to one day sail around the world. Free diving is his greatest passion with hobbies including surfing, fishing and most water sports under the sun. Gavin has been a charter captain in the British Virgin Islands for the past 8 years and knows the waters better than most. Gavin holds an RYA/MCA Yacht Master Ocean Qualification, a BVI Boatmaster and a SAMSA Yacht Master Commercial.
Some of his current sailing accomplishments are, across the North and South Atlantic, circumnavigated the Baltic Sea, eight seasons in the Caribbean, two seasons in the United Kingdom and France, up the East Coast of Africa, Durban to Kenya as well as stops in Madagascar and not to mention a surf/sail trip in Indonesia.
Gavin has recently returned to chartering in the BVI after living and sailing aboard his own vessel with his wife and two young girls around the Caribbean.
Gavin is looking forward to welcoming you onboard M/Y Philotimo and showing you the vacation of a lifetime!
Chef Marie
Marie was born in the Dominican Republic. In her teenage years she moved to Italy where she studied languages. She worked as interpreter/translator along with Web Marketing. Marie also loved cooking part time in restaurants, where she found herself in tune with her soul and real nature.
In 2010 she totally revolutionized her life by changing profession and started cooking on yachts in the US and British Virgin Islands. Now she is a professional Chef, graduated with Merit from the Ashburton Chefs Academy in Devon, England.
Marie is a superstar in the galley specializing in tasty Italian, European, North America, and Spanish Caribbean cuisine with a flair for unique presentation and gracious service. She gives her best when inspiration launches her at new “Marie’s Creations”, which are very original, tasty dishes, result of a passionate research into new ways to satisfy the most refine palates.
Marie has a passion for client service detail and loves to deliver those special touches that bring smiles to all her guests. You will be asking for her amazing recipes when you reluctantly leave Marie’s kitchen. She speaks English, Italian, Spanish and French but is best versed in the language of excellent service and tasty fun.
| Title | Name | Nation | Born | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain | Gavin Van Der Berg | S. African | 0 | English |
| Crew | Marie Perez | Italian |
Captain
Gavin
Chef
Marie
Accomodation
Amenities
Electronics
General
Leisure
Other Specs
11ft. SUP x2
14ft Paddle Skiff
Fishing Gear X 3
Submersible Scooter x 2
Snorkel Gear x 8
Bote Floating Mat
60 HP 16ft Honda Rib
Philotimo can accommodate up to 6 guests in 3 cabins; 1 master queen suite and 2 queen cabins, all cabins offer ensuite facilities.
A sampler from Marie’s Galley
Breakfast
Roasted veggies scramble eggs, served with italian sausages, roasted tomatoes and avocado
Spinach Spanish frittata
Huevos rancheros served with homemade tortilla chips and guacamole
Hash brown based eggs, topped with caramelized bacon
Traditional hearty breakfast – Eggs at your style preference served with crispy bacon or sausages
Gourmet poached eggs served on a cheesed brioche or toast, on a bed of fresh spinach, prosciutto and topped with caviar and truffle oil
Homemade French crepes served with Marie’s fresh made strawberry sauce
Gourmet baghette raisin buns French toasts served with Marie’s fresh made pineapple sauce and maple syrup
Blueberry/apple muffins with smoothies, yogurt and fruits
All our breakfasts come with toasts and fruits or smoothies
Lunches
Mahi mahi with lime sauce and cabbage slaw macerated ( no mayonnaise)
Caribbean grilled chicken with garden avocado salad and fresh bread
Pork tenderloin with mango black beans salad and fresh bread
Carbonara pasta with garden salad
Fish tacos, served with mango salsa, guacamole and homemade pickle cabbage
Homemade Cheeseburgers (in Paradise!)
Shrimp salad topped with Italian crostini
Appetizers/ starters
Creamy zucchini soup, served with Italian crostini
Caprese on a bed of balsamic arugula topped with homemade basil pesto
Conch fritters
Mussels in Italian red sauce
Date pineapple wraps
Tuna poketini
Fish mango ceviche
Polenta fritters topped with guacamole
Seafood salad
Lobster fritters
Mussels in wine sauce
Cheese selection board with sauces, fruits and crackers
Hummus with pita bread and crudities
Date bacon wraps
Dinners
Chicken Rotis, served with homemade mango chutney and spinach salad
Seabass with beure blanc sauce, served with creamy mashed potatoes and roasted asparagus
Rack of lamb with homemade mint pesto, served with golden new potatoes and sauté spinach
Thai shrimp, served with jasmine rice and steamed veggies
Fillet mignon steaks with truffle sauce, accompanied by porchini risotto rice and roasted veggies
Ahi tuna with stir fry rice noodles, topped with wasabi avocado mouse
Salmon with dill sauce, served on a bed of Italian sautéed spinach and coconut rice
Desserts
Chocolate brownies, served with Marie’s passion fruit sauce
Cherry/ apple tart
Panna cotta served with homemade caramel or chocolate sauce
Sorbet
Crème brûlée
Marie’s coconut flan or regular, served with homemade caramel
“Cay” lime pie
Tiramisu
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