Saturday, December 22, 2012

RECIPE: Ahi Poke Tuna Stack - Catamaran Feel The Magic

We would like to share this award-winning recipe from the Catamaran Feel The Magic, winner of the Fall 2012 St Thomas Charter Yacht Show Culinary Contest.


Ahi Poke Tuna Stack

Crab Salad:
  • 4 oz crab meat, “special” 
  • 1 tbsp lemon-old bay aioli
  • 1 tsp scallion, chopped fine
  • Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
For the crab salad, mix together all ingredients and refrigerate until ready to use.

Mango-Pineapple Salsa
  • 1 tbsp mango, diced
  • 1 tbsp fresh pineapple, diced
  • 1 tsp scallion, chopped
  • 1 tsp red bell pepper, small dice
  • 1 tsp yellow bell pepper, small dice
  • 1 tsp cilantro, chopped
  • ½ jalepano, seeds removed and diced
  • 1 tsp cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
  • Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
For salsa, combine all ingredients, toss well and refrigerate until ready to use.

Avocado Mash
  • ½ ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 tbsp red onion diced very fine
  • Juice from half of a lime
  • ½ jalapeno, seeds removed and diced fine
  • Kosher salt & fresh ground black pepper to taste.
Place diced avocado in bowl, add all remaining ingredients.  Mash with a fork until the consistency of guacamole.

Ahi Poke
  • 2 oz sushi grade ahi, cut into cubes
  • ½ clove of garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp ginger, minced
  • ¼ tsp Siracha sauce
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted
Mix all items and marinate tuna for 1 hour in the refrigerator.

To assemble the stack:
  • Using a ring mold of approximately 3” in diameter by 5” high, spray the inside with cooking
  • spray.
  • Spoon the Avocado mash into the bottom of the mold, top with Ahi Poke, Crab Salad, then Mango-Pineapple salsa.
  • Refrigerate for 2 hours, serve on a chilled plate.  
  • Garnish with sliced cucumber, thin carrot curls, sweet chili sauce, sprinkles of caviar and fried won ton chips.


Hank & Micheale - - - - - Catamaran Feel The Magic
Caribbean Yacht Charters - Virgin Islands Sailing Vacations

Charter yacht Feel The Magic is a 50-foot Voyage catamaran with a crew of two, Hank and Micheale.  Feel the Magic is air conditioned and accommodates up to eight guests in four equivalent cabins with queen-sized berths and ensuite heads/showers.  Feel the Magic has a 15-foot dinghy with 70HP motor, waterskis, kneeboard, wakeboard, tube, a Hobie Mirage kayak that you can paddle or pedal, 2 standup paddle boards (SUPs), 2 surfboards, SeaDoo water scooter, snorkel equipment, fishing gear, floating mats, TV/DVD, onboard wifi where available, guitar, banjo, and other musical instruments, and more (see online brochure).

Feel the Magic plans to charter in the Virgin Islands through July 31, 2013 then returning in the fall for the 2013-14 season. Contact Paradise Connections for current availability and let's start planning your sailing vacation aboard Feel the Magic!


Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book FEEL THE MAGIC
View Feel The Magic's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Catamaran MATAU: Last Minute Christmas Yacht Charter Special Offer

The beautiful 75-foot Privilege Catamaran MATAU is offering a discount for a last minute Christmas 2012 yacht charter in the BVIs.

Charter Yacht Catamaran MATAU - Caribbean Yacht Charters - Virgin Islands Sailing Vacations

Catamaran Matau is available for a Christmas charter ending as late as December 27, 2012 in Tortola, British Virgin Islands.

SPECIAL 2012 CHRISTMAS RATES: EXPIRED

All-inclusive yacht charter except fine wines, port taxes/fees, communications, dockage

Matau has accommodation for up to eight eight guests in four cabins (one King & three Queen) each with private, ensuite head/shower. Exceptional is the word for the master stateroom with its King bed and an ensuite bath that is as large as the other guest cabins, along with the luxury of a full-size jacuzzi tub.
There are so many lounging choices on deck... the trampolines, aft deck, bridge deck, the teak beach, and broad steps aft (very easy water access) that everyone will find their own favorite spot.

There's just enough time to squeeze in a Christmas booking if you act quickly!



Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book MATAU
View Matau's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


Friday, December 14, 2012

Bahamas Charter Special: ONE WEEK ONLY!

Charter Yacht BANYAN, 102-foot Palmer Johnson motoryacht

 Charter motor yacht BANYAN available for yacht charters in Florida and the Bahamas

SPECIAL OFFER: EXPIRED
  • Sleeps up to six guests in three staterooms
  • Zero Speed Stabilizers
  • Cinema Screen - Watch Movies Under The Stars
  • Sat TV plus DVD & CD Libraries
  • 17' Nautica Tender
  • Three Vespa Scooters
  • Four Dahon Bicycles
  • Sport Fishing Chair & Fishing Equipment
  • Treadmill
  • 37' Intrepid

Looking forward to your inquiries...

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book BANYAN
View Banyan's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Special Xmas Deal: Catamaran Nemo

The charter yacht Nemo, a 47-foot Nautitech catamaran, has a special offer for a Caribbean Christmas charter out of Antigua.


Catamaran NEMO - Crewed Catamaran for all-inclusive yacht charters
 Sailing Vacations in Greece (summers) & Caribbean (winters)

Nemo is a 47-foot Nautitech catamaran with a crew of two. Nemo is fully air conditioned and accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 cabins, each with Queen berths and ensuite heads. Family groups of 9 or 10 may use the dinette which converts into a large bed in the salon. Nemo has a 12-foot dinghy with 15HP motor, 2 two-person kayaks, snorkel gear, TV/DVD in salon, hammock, etc. 


SPECIAL CHRISTMAS 2012 RATES : EXPIRED



Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book NEMO
View Nemo's online brochure #1 and online brochure #2
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com



Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Charter Yacht Drumbeat: Sail & Dive the Virgin Islands

Drumbeat is under new ownership



Let's start planning your sailing vacation!


Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters

For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com


Tuesday, December 04, 2012

Charter Yacht Catamaran Catalyst: Open Feb 2013

The charter yacht CATALYST, a 44-foot St Francis catamaran, is a boat that we find difficult to book because he is usually already booked for our timeframe, as Catalyst is a popular dive boat.  But now, we have a window of opportunity and we hope that you can take advantage of it.

Catamaran Catalyst - Virgin Islands Yacht Charters - Liveaboard Diving Sailing Vacations

Catalyst is open for most of February (currently available Feb 2 through March 5, 2013), plus Alan has a bit of time to spare in January (currently available Jan 15-26, 2013).  Inquire for other dates.

The charter yacht CATALYST is a 44-foot catamaran which accommodates up to 6 guests in three cabins, each with private ensuite heads. Owner-operator Alan is a dive instructor and 1 dive/day is included for certified divers. Gear (BCs & regs) may be rented, or bring your own. Inquire for dive instruction. Amenities & Toys include: 16-foot dinghy with 60HP outboard, waterskis, kneeboard, wakeboard, tube, 2-person kayak, snorkel gear...

RATES FOR 2013: 

TWO crew, all-inclusive, full board:
  • 2 guests: $8000/wk
  • 4 guests: $9600/wk
  • 6 guests: $11,800/wk
Alan also offers several other variations for chartering:

ONE crew (Alan), all-inclusive, full board:
All inclusive, the only difference in this charter is that it will be a crew of one. Along with being Captain and dive instructor, the captain will take the role of chef on these select 2-4 pax charters. By choosing this special charter, the guest will get a discount of $500.00, and the absence of the 2nd crew member will be transparent.
  • 2 guests: $7500/wk
  • 4 guests: $9100/wk
ONE crew (Alan), half-board:
Captain only, includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners, happy hour snacks, domestic beer & wine, sodas and standard ship's bar. Note, meals would be casual.
  • 2 guests: $6650/wk
  • 4 guests: $7650/wk
  • 6 guests: $8900/wk
CAPTAIN ONLY (Alan), plus all expenses:
Guests are responsible for provisioning, cooking (as well as providing for the captain), cleaning, plus all expenses including all taxes and permits. Yacht starts with full fuel and water tanks, client pays to top-up at end of charter.
  • up to 6 guests: $5500/wk
Do any of these options and dates work for you? Contact Paradise Connections and let's proceed with booking your sailing vacation with Catalyst!



Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book CATALYST
View Catalyst's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com