St. Croix 
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Gregerie Channel 
PARADIGM SHIFT Yacht Description
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.
Represented by DMA Yachting, the impressive charter yacht PARADIGM SHIFT is a 50 ft sailing catamaran. The promiment features of PARADIGM SHIFT are her impeccable styling and fantastic layout. PARADIGM SHIFT spends the winter season in US Virgin Islands. She was constructed by the well-known ship builder St. Francis in 2011. An elegant refit was delivered in Constantly-2021. The ingenious yacht layout features 3 large cabins and easily accommodates a group of 6 guests.
PARADIGM SHIFT is offered primarily as a sailing catamaran. The central space of the yacht is the main saloon, which connects to the aft deck. The aft deck features a variety of seating areas and that's where the guests spend most of their time. The tastefully decorated cabins are located below the main saloon, connected by stairs (inquire about handicapped access). The cabins are located in the 2 massive hulls. Multiple portholes offer desirable views, while providing privacy if needed.
The sailboat features (2) Yanmar 54hp 9Kw generator engines and a generator.
Accommodation
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.What is the cabin arrangement of PARADIGM SHIFT?
- 3 VIP cabins
PARADIGM SHIFT
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Weekly price: $16,000 - $23,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 50'
- # of Guests: 6
- # of Cabins: 3
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: St. Francis
- Consumption: 1.5 US Gall/Hr
- Cruising Speed: 7.5 kts
- Max. Speed: 12 kts
- Built Year: 2011
- Refit: Constantly-2021
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PARADIGM SHIFT Charter Price Details
| Season Name | 2 guests | 3 guests | 4 guests | 5 guests | 6 guests | 7 guests | 8 guests | 9 guests | 10 guests | 11 guests | 12 guests |
| Winter 2024 to 2025 | $16,000 | $17,000 | $18,000 | $19,000 | $20,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2025 | $19,000 | $19,000 | $19,000 | $19,000 | $19,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2025 to 2026 | $16,000 | $17,000 | $18,000 | $19,000 | $20,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
PARADIGM SHIFT Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
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| 14 day charter | 32,000$ to 46,000$ | 6,400$ to 13,800$ | 38,400$ to 59,800$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 16,000$ to 23,000$ | 3,200$ to 6,900$ | 19,200$ to 29,900$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 8,000$ to 11,500$ | 1,600$ to 3,450$ | 9,600$ to 14,950$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 16,000$ / 6 * 3 days = 8,000$ |
All prices are generated by a calculator and serve as a guide for new charterers. Any additional information of the Price Details section has priority over above. Availability is always subject to confirmation. Gratuity not included for it's discretionary character, usually 5%-25% of the Base Price.
Price Details
Price from: $16,000
High season rate: $23,000
Cruising Grounds: U.S. Virgin Islands
Pick Up/Drop Off: Crown Bay Marina / Other port: YHG, Red Hook, STJ or BVI (limited to 7 per year)
Yacht: USVI-Based
FULLY VACCINATED GUESTS ONLY PLEASE
GENERAL RATES NOTE: All rates are for one week / 7 nights. For short charters please use the 'divide-by-6 rule' for figuring short charter premiums:
Charters of 6 nights, use 6/7ths (six sevenths) of the weekly rate. For charters of 5 nights or fewer, the fee is calculated by dividing the weekly rate by 6, then multiplying that figure by the desired number of nights of charter.
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2024/2025 NOVEMBER THRU APRIL
**USVI PICK-UP PRICING**
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
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**BVI PICK-UP PRICING**
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
*PARADIGM SHIFT is a registered BVI fishing vessel*
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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
Christmas Dates: December 19th - 26th
New Year: December 28th - January 4th
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MAY THRU JUNE 2025
**BAHAMAS BASED**
FULL-BOARD ONLY:
Extra 14% VAT to be paid by client.
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
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JULY THRU SEPTEMBER 2025
**NEWPORT, RI BASED**
Up to 6 guest: US$19,000 plus expenses- 20% APA
Repositioning fees apply for other ports at $500-$750 per day depending on distance from Newport.
Contract to be used for New England charters is the AYCA Uninspected Passenger Vessel Agreement with maximum of 6 guests.
**SEE BROKER NOTES FOR MORE INFORMATION - WAIVER REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO CONTRACT**
Cruising Grounds: U.S. Virgin Islands
Pick Up/Drop Off: Crown Bay Marina / Other port: YHG, Red Hook, STJ or BVI (limited to 7 per year)
Yacht: USVI-Based
FULLY VACCINATED GUESTS ONLY PLEASE
GENERAL RATES NOTE: All rates are for one week / 7 nights. For short charters please use the 'divide-by-6 rule' for figuring short charter premiums:
Charters of 6 nights, use 6/7ths (six sevenths) of the weekly rate. For charters of 5 nights or fewer, the fee is calculated by dividing the weekly rate by 6, then multiplying that figure by the desired number of nights of charter.
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2024/2025 NOVEMBER THRU APRIL
**USVI PICK-UP PRICING**
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
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**BVI PICK-UP PRICING**
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
*PARADIGM SHIFT is a registered BVI fishing vessel*
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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
Christmas Dates: December 19th - 26th
New Year: December 28th - January 4th
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MAY THRU JUNE 2025
**BAHAMAS BASED**
FULL-BOARD ONLY:
Extra 14% VAT to be paid by client.
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
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JULY THRU SEPTEMBER 2025
**NEWPORT, RI BASED**
Up to 6 guest: US$19,000 plus expenses- 20% APA
Repositioning fees apply for other ports at $500-$750 per day depending on distance from Newport.
Contract to be used for New England charters is the AYCA Uninspected Passenger Vessel Agreement with maximum of 6 guests.
**SEE BROKER NOTES FOR MORE INFORMATION - WAIVER REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO CONTRACT**
Price Terms
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Amenities
Specifications
Features
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More Specifications
Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Sirius XM radio with speakers through including bow.
WiFi hot spots are numerous in the BVI
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Crew Information
Chef and Mate
1st Mate
Captain: Steven Caroll
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.
Menu
Winner of Best Canapes and Best Healthy Cocktail at the 2015 Newport Charter Yacht Show!
Breakfasts
• Toast and preserves freshly baked pastries
• Fresh teas and coffees
• Blueberry Pancakes with bananas or bacon and maple syrup
• Eggs Benedict with homemade bernaise sauce
• Croissant filled with Ham, Eggs and Cheese
• French Toast served with fresh fruit and pure maple syrup
• Breakfast Burritos with scrambled eggs and all the fixings
• Bacon & Spinach Quiche with fruit
Lunch
• Prawn and mango salad with coriander and lime mayonnaise
• Baja Style Fish Tacos with creamy coleslaw and salsa fresca
• Homemade Gourmet burgers with all the trimmings
• Home baked pizza with toppings of your choice
• Asian Chicken salad served with a sesame ginger dressing
• Pepperoni Caesar Pasta Salad
• Crab and Mango stuffed tomato served with sliced avocado
• Gourmet wraps with hummus spread, tomato, onion, and choice of meats and cheeses served with chips
• Zingy Pesto Tuna wrap with salad
• Crepes with spinach, bacon, ground beef and Mushroom Filling
Appetizers
• Thai crab cakes with lime crème fraiche
• Conch fritters with sweet chili sauce
• Hot artichoke and Spinach Dip
• Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Crackers
• Jumbo shrimp cocktail
• Crispy Bacon-wrapped Scallops in Essence
• Super Nachos
• Chicken Sate Skewers
Entrees
• Chicken breast with coconut and coriander and mixed vegetable rice
• Seafood crepes with a prawn, cream and vermouth sauce
• Ginger Glazed Mahi Mahi with Rice
• Seafood served in a creamy wine sauce served over linguini
• Pork Chops served with winter squash with a sweet cranberry dressing
• Butter-seared fish of the day with harvested pea rice, spicy courgette and green bean salad
• Mongolian Beef stir fried with Vegetables, served over rice
• Elegant Chicken Bryan with baby potatoes and broccoli
• Fettuccini Alfredo served with chicken or shrimp
• Grilled Lobster Tails with corn on the cob and green salad
Desserts
• Cheesecake crepe roll-ups
• Banana Spring Rolls and vanilla ice cream
• Chocolate brownie sundaes
• Fresh Apple Cobbler with Ice Cream
• Fruit Tart with cream cheese filling
• Original Cheese Cake with a warm blueberry topping
