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.
Advertised by DMA Yachting, the majestic charter yacht PARADIGM SHIFT is a 50 ft sailing catamaran. The key elements of PARADIGM SHIFT are her absolute comfort and alfresco dining areas. PARADIGM SHIFT spends the season in the Caribbean. She was delivered by the well-known ship builder St. Francis in 2011. An elegant refit was completed in Constantly-2021. The spacious yacht layout features 3 generous cabins and comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests.
PARADIGM SHIFT is introduced primarily as a sailing catamaran. The yacht layout radiates from the main saloon, which connects to the aft deck. The aft deck features a variety of seating areas and that's where most of the delicious meals are served. The tastefully decorated cabins are located in the 2 massive hulls. The cabins are located in the 2 massive hulls. Multiple portholes add to the feeling of connection with the discovered environment.
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 cabin 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 queen cabins
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 |
Summer 2022 | $18,000 | $18,000 | $18,000 | $18,000 | $18,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Winter 2022 to 2023 | $17,000 | $17,325 | $18,000 | $18,375 | $18,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Summer 2023 | $18,000 | $18,000 | $18,000 | $18,000 | $18,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Winter 2023 to 2024 | $17,000 | $17,375 | $18,000 | $18,375 | $18,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
PARADIGM SHIFT Yacht Charter Price
# of charter days
Base Price
APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc)
Total
Note
14 day charter
34,000$
to
37,000$
6,800$ to
11,100$
40,800$ to 48,100$
Discounts outside the main season are common.
7 day charter
17,000$
to
18,500$
3,400$ to
5,550$
20,400$ to 24,050$
Standard charter rate, base for all calculations.
3 day charter
8,500$
to
9,250$
1,700$ to
2,775$
10,200$ to 12,025$
The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3).
Boat policy might differ.
17,000$ / 6 * 3 days = 8,500$
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.
# of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
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14 day charter | 34,000$ to 37,000$ | 6,800$ to 11,100$ | 40,800$ to 48,100$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
7 day charter | 17,000$ to 18,500$ | 3,400$ to 5,550$ | 20,400$ to 24,050$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
3 day charter | 8,500$ to 9,250$ | 1,700$ to 2,775$ | 10,200$ to 12,025$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 17,000$ / 6 * 3 days = 8,500$ |
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: $17,000
High season rate: $18,500
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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SUMMER 2022: PARADIGM SHIFT is based out of Newport, RI -- repositioning fees apply for other ports at $500-$750 per day depending on distance from Newport. Contract to be used for for New England charters is the AYCA Uninspected Passenger Vessel Agreement with maximum of 6 guests.
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WINTER 2022-2023: from 17th December 2022 through April 2023
Winter rates are FULL BOARD with one dinner & one lunch ashore
***PARADIGM SHIFT is a registered BVI fishing vessel***
Preferred port: Crown Bay Marina / Other port: YHG, Red Hook, STJ or BVI (limited to 7 per year)
These rates are all-inclusive of standard ships bar, port fees, cruising permits with all meals -- except 1 dinner & 1 lunch ashore at guest expense.
Extra BVI Fees to be paid by client.
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CHRISTMAS 2022 & NEW YEARS 2023 RATE - $23,000 (up to 6 guests) -- 10 days or two one week charters with 48 hours turnaround in between
Christmas Dates 19th 26th Dec
New Year 28th - 4thFULLY 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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SUMMER 2022: PARADIGM SHIFT is based out of Newport, RI -- repositioning fees apply for other ports at $500-$750 per day depending on distance from Newport. Contract to be used for for New England charters is the AYCA Uninspected Passenger Vessel Agreement with maximum of 6 guests.
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WINTER 2022-2023: from 17th December 2022 through April 2023
Winter rates are FULL BOARD with one dinner & one lunch ashore
***PARADIGM SHIFT is a registered BVI fishing vessel***
Preferred port: Crown Bay Marina / Other port: YHG, Red Hook, STJ or BVI (limited to 7 per year)
These rates are all-inclusive of standard ships bar, port fees, cruising permits with all meals -- except 1 dinner & 1 lunch ashore at guest expense.
Extra BVI Fees to be paid by client.
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CHRISTMAS 2022 & NEW YEARS 2023 RATE - $23,000 (up to 6 guests) -- 10 days or two one week charters with 48 hours turnaround in between
Christmas Dates 19th 26th Dec
New Year 28th - 4th
Price Terms
Plus ExpensesPARADIGM SHIFT Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
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
Crew Information
Captain
Chef and Mate
1st Mate
Captain
Summer 2020
Captain: Steven Caroll
Crew Profiles:
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: Steven Carroll. 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.
FIRST MATE/CHEF: Bonnie Carroll
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.
SECOND MATE & MASCOT: Sailor Dog
Sailor is aboard for both New England charters and charters in the Virgin Islands.
Sailor is a 1 yr old, 10 lb. Bichon Frieze/Toy Poodle mix that is in charge of making sure all the cushions on the boat are equally comfortable. Her other duties include chasing seagulls on the beach, drinking only fresh water with ice and keeping the Captain and First mate's bunk warm on chilly evenings. She is an extremely friendly, completely non-aggressive, people lover that is hypoallergenic to boot.
Menu
Reviews
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!
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!
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!!!
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
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.