Aeolus 77 Description

Aeolus...The Keeper of the Winds. This Lagoon SEVENTY7 is the pinnacle of Luxury Catamarans floating on our seas... Every detail has been designed to maximize your experience and your pleasure while you and your guests are onboard. The SEVENTY 7 is exemplary of Lagoon’s savoir-faire and technical competence, representing the excellence of the brand. Naval architects and designers have conceived a catamaran where harmony unites interior and exterior spaces.

Cruising Area of Aeolus 77

Pref. Pick-upTortola, BVI
Other Pick-upTortola, BVI
Summer PortBritish Virgin Islands
Winter PortBritish Virgin Islands

Accommodations

Guests8
Cabins4
Crew4
Queen4
Showers4
Wash Basins4
TP in HeadsYes
Electric Heads4
Accommodation Details
Accommodates 8 guests in 4 spacious ensuite queen ´plus´ size cabins including an amazing master stateroom.
plus, the port aft cabin can be either two single beds or converted to a queen ´plus´ berth.

Specification

Length77 Feet
Beam36 Feet
Draft6.3 Feet
Built2024
A/CFull
A/C NightYes
Sun AwningYes
HammockYes
DeckshowerYes
Bimini TopYes
Sailing InstructionsYes
HairdryerYes
Guest SmokeStern steps only
Children AllowedYes
InverterYes
Voltages120V
Water MakerYes 2x
Water Capacity425gal
Ice MakerYes
Internet AccessOnboard WIFI
GeneratorYes 2x
Turnaround72hr Required
Communications
Starlink satellite internet access onboard available across the Caribbean within sight of land.

Water Sports

Dinghy (Feet)16.5 ft
Dinghy Hp100
Dinghy Pax10
Dinghy SailingYes
Adult WaterskisYes
Kids WaterskisYes
KneeboardYes
Sea BobsYes
Snorkel GearYes
TubeYes
Wake BoardYes
Floating MatsYes
Standup Paddle4
Kite Boarding Details
Can set-up third party lessons upon request prior to charter.
Swim PlatformsYes
Boarding LadderStern
Beach GamesYes
Fishing GearYes
Gear TypeTrolling & Casting
Fishing Rods2
Fishing PermitIn Progress
Under Water CamYes
Under Water VideoYes
Other Toys
Seabob x2
E-foil x2
Paddleboard x4
Inflatable HobieCat
Tube
Wakeboard
Kneeboard

Floating Dock x2
Dock Loungers
Beanbags
Premium Noodles

Scuba Diving Scuba Diving Symbol

ScubaOnboard
Resort CourseYes
Full CourseYes
LicenseInstructor
Air CompressorOnboard
Tanks12
BCs8
Regulators8
Weight Sets8
Num Divers8
Dives/Week3
Dive Lights8
Diving Info
Michael is a PADI Dive Instructor and Josh is a PADI Divemaster. Between the two of them you are in safe hands exploring the underwater world!

Guests interested in diving are required to fill out a medical questionnaire/liability waiver and potentially obtain doctor´s clearance prior to coming down to the Virgin Islands. Additionally, certified divers must send a copy of their diver certification card prior to the trip.

Aeolus offers a complimentary Discover Scuba Dive (Resort Course) to guests that are not certified divers (10 year old minimum age). This includes a ~1 hour safety and theory course along with a ~30 minute shallow water dive.

Certified divers can dive up to three times throughout the charter. Additional dives will be up to the discretion of the Captain based on the itinerary and weather conditions.

Aeolus offers diving education including PADI Open Water and Advanced courses. All E-Learning will need to be completed prior to the charter and we highly recommend completing the confined water sections with a local shop prior to the trip. This allows you to finish out the course with the open water dives and not consume too much of the trip!
Dive Costs
All the necessary dive gear is complimentary onboard Aeolus. If you have preferred gear that works for you, we recommend bringing it along! Our vessel uses Scuba Pro Gear including everything necessary for PADI courses as well.

Open Water Referral Course: $400pp
Advanced Open Water Course: $300pp
Additional DSD Dives: $100pp

Payment for diving is preferable as Venmo or Cash to the Instructor.

We recommend getting DAN diver insurance or a comparable policy for your trip.

Entertainment

Sat TvYes
Salon StereoYes
iPod/Device HookupsYes
DVDsYes
Board GamesYes
BooksYes

Cuisine

Din-inYes
Special DietsInq
KosherInq
BBQYes

Green Initiatives

Make Purified Drinking WaterYes
Re-Usable Water BottlesYes
Other Green Initiatives
No single use plastic waters bottles on board. Yacht makes its own filtered drinking water from reverse osmosis with essential minerals added back in after purification.

Aeolus 77 Crew Profile

Crew Number4
Crew SmokeNo
Captain
CaptainMichael Wilson
NationalityAmerican
Born1989
SpeaksEnglish
LicenseRYA Yachtmaster Offshore, Dive Instructor
Chef
ChefCasey Strickland
NationalityAmerican
Born1989


Captain Michael
Michael was born and raised in Texas and grew up loving the outdoors with his dad taking him on countless hiking, canoeing, and camping adventures. After university and working in the corporate world for five years, he decided to make a change and enjoy the outdoors through sailing as a career! He started off his sailing career in the Mediterranean and now calls the Caribbean home. He also loves the underwater world and earned his Divemaster in Cozumel followed by his Instructor License in Roatan. His favorite fish is the porcupine fish so you will see him frantically point each one out when you go diving! When away from sailing he is exploring new parts of the world, meeting new people, and eating as many new cuisines he can find!
--Interests: Hiking, Diving, Cooking, Reading, Finding the next board sport to wipeout in.
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Chef Casey
Casey, born and raised in Florida, has always been happiest when on the water. After specializing in hospitality and event management at the University of Florida, she worked at luxury, private golf resorts before transitioning into residential real estate. After years of the work grind, she decided adventure was waiting for her. She left behind the ´norm ´ and caught the travel bug-bad! Before deciding to call the Caribbean home, she was a nomad traveling the world experiencing the kindness of strangers, new cultures, and all things food!

She is a foodie through and through and her passion for food began at a young age always cooking and baking with her mom in the kitchen. She loves incorporating all different cuisines and has a passion for how food can bring people together. She has been a full-time yacht chef in the Mediterranean and Caribbean since 2019. To hone her skills, she’s attended Ashburton Culinary Academy in England and Superyacht Culinary Academy in South Africa.
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First Mate Josh
Growing up in rural Ireland, Josh´s love for the outdoors was engrained into him throughout his childhood. His first time sailing was when his father surprised him and his siblings with a sailing holiday, instead of a theme park, much to their disappointment. With five people crammed onto a 28ft yacht, Josh, who was 7 and the youngest, slept on the floor, over a step. He’s loved sailing ever since. At 18, he began to work on sail yachts which has taken him all around the globe, from Europe to New Zealand and almost everywhere in between. With his RYA Yachtmaster, Padi Divemaster and a love for anything outdoors - from the highest mountains to the deepest oceans - you can be sure Josh will make your sailing holiday as adventurous as you please.
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Stewardess Nicole
Born and raised in Miami, Nicole is one of the many natives who will tell you that South Florida is more Caribbean than American. She has loved the water since birth, and she would never forgive herself for passing up any water sports opportunity. After finishing up two degrees, she took herself to Europe and finished her Master’s, discovered a love of mountains, and a complete devotion to the outdoors. In the last decade, Nicole’s independent adventures have led her around the world, across six continents, in a wide variety of service-oriented jobs. She has returned to the Caribbean bright eyed, bushy tailed, and full of nostalgia. She is confident that her exposure to multiple cultures, etiquettes and cocktails has equipped her with the skills required to help facilitate the warmest hospitality experience possible.

While onboard guests will be encouraged to visit the ´must see´s´, and also to get off the grid and experience the beauty and nature that the Virgins Islands have to offer. Your crew loves helping the guests capture priceless moments with their Drone, DSLR, GoPro, and Polaroid Camera. They are excited to have you onboard and provide unforgettable experiences around these beautiful islands.
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Crew Qualifications
Captain Michael Wilson

-RYA Yachtmaster Offshore
-USCG 100T Masters License
-PADI Dive Instructor
-AEC 1 & 2
-Quarterdeck Academy
-STCW 10

Chef Casey Strickland

-Ashburton Culinary Academy Yacht Chef Certificate
-Superyacht Culinary Academy Advanced Certificate in Galley Competence
-Superyacht Culinary Academy Assessment for IYT Galley Chef Accreditation
-Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene
-Certified Rescue Scuba Diver
-STCW 10

First Mate Josh Bradley

-RYA Yacht Master Offshore
-PADI Divemaster
-AEC 1
-RYA Powerboat Level II (RIB)
-RYA Short Range Radio
-RYA Personal Watercraft Jet ski
-PDSD
-STCW 95

Stewardess Nicole Billitz

-WSET 1
-Christie Norman Wine Certification
-BarSmarts Certification
-PADI Open Water
-PDSD
-ENG1
-STCW 10

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Aeolus 77 Reservations & Port Locations

Start DateEnd DateDetails (Holds can be challenged)
Apr 18, 2024Apr 29, 2024Booked: Trellis Bay, Tortola to Trellis Bay, Tortola
May 02, 2024May 07, 2024Booked: Owner Use to Owner Use
May 08, 2024May 13, 2024Boat Show: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand
May 16, 2024May 19, 2024Unavailable: St Thomas USVI to St Thomas USVI
Jun 15, 2024Jun 30, 2024Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand
Jul 08, 2024Jul 14, 2024Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand
Aug 01, 2024Oct 31, 2024Unavailable: Unavailable to Unavailable
Nov 06, 2024Nov 12, 2024Boat Show: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand
Dec 20, 2024Dec 27, 2024Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand
Dec 28, 2024Jan 07, 2025Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand
Jan 19, 2025Jan 23, 2025Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand
Feb 17, 2025Feb 23, 2025Booked: Trellis Bay, Tortola to Trellis Bay, Tortola

Aeolus 77 Rates / week

The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.
Low price: $84,000
(normal rate)
High price: $90,000
(normal rate)

Aeolus 77 Special Offer!
Discount: 20%!
Offer: Aeolus 77 is offering a 20% discount for charters run through July 2024! BVI ports. No additional discounts.
Old price: $84,000 - $90,000 / week
New price: $67,200 - $72,000 / week (Save: $16,800 - $18,000 / week)
Minimum nights: 6
Travel before: Jul/31/2024

Season2 Pax3 Pax4 Pax5 Pax6 Pax7 Pax8 Pax
2023/24 Winter$84,000$85,000$86,000$87,000$88,000$89,000$90,000
2024 Summer$84,000$85,000$86,000$87,000$88,000$89,000$90,000
2024/25 Winter$84,000$85,000$86,000$87,000$88,000$89,000$90,000
2025 Summer$84,000$85,000$86,000$87,000$88,000$89,000$90,000

Yacht terms: All Inclusive
An all-inclusive charter covers all provisioning and running expenses. This includes a captain and crew that is fully trained and committed to your safety and enjoyment of your trip. A chef will provide the kind of exceptional, personalized meal preparation that you would expect of a five-star restaurant. The listed rate may not include all local taxes, cruising permits, premium beverages and scuba activities. Inquire for more information.

ADDITIONAL RATE DETAILS


BVI Customs fees and cruising permits are included in the rate.

***BOAT Prefers 72 HOUR TURNS*** Please inquire for shorter turn-arounds.

HOLIDAYS 2024
Christmas Week 2024 $100,000
New Years Week 2024 $100,000

CHILD DISCOUNTS: Discount Applied First
Children 15 and under $500 discount
Must be 15 or under at the time of charter.

LESS THAN 6 NIGHT CHARTERS DIVIDE BY 6 RULE
(Rate / 6 X #Nights)
Rate divided by 6N X number of nights. For 6 nights divide rate by 7 X 6N.

Exclusive Water Taxi INCLUDED!
The Caribe Express provides private transportation to and from your charter yacht on a comfortable Aquila 36.
Enjoy complimentary cocktails while our professional crew handles Customs and Immigration

Aeolus 77 Guest Reviews

February 2024 BVI Charter

Thank you so much for going above and beyond to make sure we has an enjoyable vacation and that it definitely was!

We all said how quickly the days flew by, time truly flies when you are enjoying every moment! You all took such great care of our family, allowing us to recharge and savor some beatuiful downtime.
Robbie, your skills are second to none-snorkel scouting, diving, and captain work!
Sofie, you are an amazing chef, you kept us all happy and well fed-hard to fo with my family.
Kirstin, your bartending skills are amazing-love the new cocktail and how you were inspired by what flavors we liked. We will cherish our new friendships, special memories, and the exciting adventures.
We hope to see you again very soon-good luck and congrats Robbie and Sofie with the wedding and Kirsten all the best with your big move!
Love
The Botta Family

Previous Vessel ´23 Review

Thank you both for being such kind and thoughtful vacation planners, our trip was wonderful. We made a lot of memories together and are grateful for everything you did to make it happen! Here are a few of our favorite memories: Gumption and all he entails: entrepreneur, DJ, Tour Guide, Lemur expert, photographer, and promoter! Michael´s pants being assaulted by the chair in Anegada; may they find the courage to be worn again in public. Billy Ocean and Casey´s bellowing laughs on Murder Mystery Night. Mom and her lost and found jewelry and hat nearly being blown to Puerto Rico. Of course we will always miss and remember Casey´s delicious food. Thanks for being so flexible with us; it´s going to be a sad farewell at the end of this vacation. We wish you both well in your next adventure and hope to see you on the islands next season!
- The Wusterhausens

Previous Vessel ´23 Review

After our last charter, I think we all wondered if it was possible to match that experience...you guys exceeded it!! This was an amazing week with you both and it was so needed after a crazy, challenging few years. Casey, the food and service was perfect - we´ll all be thinking of you when we´re back in the gym. Thank you for making it amazing!! Michael, the quiet competence with a side of Texas sass. You did such a great job being our Captain, host, and guide. Thank you - we´d follow you both to any boat or place. This place is special to all of us and you made it more so. Thank you for taking such good care of us.
- Matt & Leni

Thank you both for such an amazing and fun trip.
- #10 & #12 chair champs Derick & Shannon

Michael you were a good first mate, Casey you were an amazing Chef. Thank you both for an amazing charter. You made the experience!
- Chase & Taylor

Previous Vessel ´23 Review

We stumbled aboard late, tired, stressed, and excited to start our week. Within the hour we were casually laughing and getting into the groove of the vacation of a lifetime. Words cannot express our thanks for all the delicious food, special cocktails, patience, jokes, and most of all just taking care of everything so we just had to sit back and relax. Everyone agrees: Exceeded our Expectations!
One thing is for sure, this trip would have not been as amazing, fun, and memorable without our Crew - Michael & Casey. You are the VERY BEST. We feel so lucky to have selected Liquid Zen and spent our week with you. Can´t thank you enough.
The Booze Cruise - Jenna & Keith, Meredith & Matt, Meredith & Derrick

Previous Vessel ´23 Review

What a ride (literally)! Our Iowa YPO group will forever remember your phenomenal hospitality. The week couldn´t have been more perfect from the beautiful spreads of delicious food, the humor sprinkled in with fun music, flexible timing for our excursions, and tolerance for our ´wild ones.´ You have found your calling and we are fortunate to have been your guests. We greatly appreciate your smiles, your never ending friendliness, and the quick-witted comments. We wish you the best because you are the BEST. Hope we get to do it again sometime! You´ve opened my eyes to a whole new world. Thanks for everything!
-Mike & Ann, Josh & Brooke, PJ & Jeanne-Marie, Chris & Nicole

Previous Vessel ´23 Review

Friends,
It is difficult to re-create unique and magical moments. Congratulations, you did it! This has been an amazing week. The two of you go above and beyond to create the best experiences. We will leave with hearts full. The beautiful stops, yummy meals, exploring, and lots of laughter. As a group we had several discussions on how we really enjoyed getting to know you both more. You both are precious! Thank you for Everything! Don´t you dare come to Florida without stopping to see us in Ocala!
Love Angie, Clint, RJ, Todd, Nicole, and Nay

Previous Vessel ´22 Review

This trip was absolutely incredible and that is because of y´all! It was like being at summer camp with the two most fun counselors. You guys kept us in line with good suggestions and lots of delicious food. It was so awesome getting to know y´all, learning cool stuff about the islands, exploring new spots, and so much laughing. Casey - you´re an amazing chef and the kindest person. Michael - you´re an effortless captain and hilarious person. Thank y´all so much for making the week so awesome. We hope to boat with the two of y´all again soon - maybe we can find a few more merch stops!
- Amy & Jon, Chris & Brit, Eric & Monica, & Barry the Barracuda

Previous Vessel ´22 Review

Where to start...a million thank you´s aren´t enough for what has been the very best vacation ever! You´ve far exceeded our every expectation!! Casey - Wow! So impressed with every single meal...I bow to your greatness as your crab cake is way better than mine! :) you are the master of mise en place!! Michael - your´e a gifted captain and instructor. I so appreciate the scuba lessons and next year will get to the bottom.
Wishing you both a very relaxing offseason, safe travels, and precious time with your families!
- Laurie & Stephen

Thank you for the perfect 25th anniversary trip! Both of you made the whole experience far beyond our dreams! Casey, we don´t want ´french trained´ cuisine ever, we just want your amazing ´Chiefdom´!! :) Captain, my Captain - Michael what an amazing leader and host you are! Thank you so much for your patience with my scuba anxiety and your tolerance for our husbands! We cannot thank you enough for all you did this week!
We will miss you both!
-Laura & Joe

Previous Vessel ´22 Review

´To say this was the trip of a lifetime doesn´t even come close to the true experience that you two created for our family. Our two families, though separated by distance, have been coming together for years, and this is by far the BEST trip we have ever taken. The attention to detail, your kindness, and patience truly stood out. We all know 100% for sure that we landed the best crew & boat in the entire USVIs. We all can´t wait to return to meet again & experience the BVIs with you both. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!´
-The Zaps
if you ever need an extra crew member for night watch, you know who to call ;)

´What a treasure it was to be a part of your Liquid Zen world for a week. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making this the best week ever!! It is hard to pick a favorite day/memory from the week. The sunset hike, the ´icing´, the scuba diving, the FOOD, the drinks, pineapple card game, the night time snorkeling, will all be in our hearts forever. Your attention to detail is so impressive. The two of you make the best team and your hard work does not go unnoticed. Grant is already plotting the next boat trip to the BVIS, but we all agree we couldn´t do it with anyone but the two of you! Take care and be safe, and we hope our paths cross again!´
-The Coons (aka future Bote Raft Owners :))

Previous Vessel ´22 Review

´Thank you both for such an incredible experience on Liquid Zen! Even though our parents weren´t able to make it, we had the BEST time and honestly wouldn´t have it any other way (except maybe icing Brad at least *one* more time). This week truly was the best relaxation that I didn´t know I needed.

To Casey: no words other than wow - this trip was filled with the most amazing food and really not sure how I can go back to reality at this point (lol) Thank You! To Michael: Thanks for being such a fun Captain despite our plot to lose the dinghy. Also thanks for initiating Brad into the family by icing him upon arrival. We won´t forget these things along with all the other great memories!

We had such a great time hanging out with you both, and feel like we are leaving with two new friends. It´s been an unforgettable trip & we can´t wait to do it again! (maybe we´ll even let our parents join next time haha). Cheers! Love Mollie, Hastings, Emily & Brad

Previous Vessel ´22 Review

´Thank you for saving our vacation from near-certain tragedy! Not only did we get a great boat, we got an even better crew. You are a great team and top notch across the board. You enabled us to make new friends (including you) while having the time of our lives. Not a boring moment. It is rare to find people in the world who are so good at making others feel so good, have so much fun, and make them eat so much!! We will miss you.´ -Shaun (aka boat man) & Betty

´What a fantastic week...and unexpected given the inauspicious start having our originally planned vacation canceled the morning of our flights. As it turned out, we were lucky. This past week was better than expected - good time with great friends, of course, but with a nicer boat and (I´m sure) a better crew. You two were great, organizing a fantastic itinerary with unexpected surprises - After Irma concert, massages, Lime Out, Zozos...and what wonderful food!!! Thank You!´ - Heather and Lou

´We have lost ourselves in the moment of ´today is today.´ I am hard pressed to think of another time in the last two years when I have felt so relaxed and carefree and slowed down. This was all possible because the two of you made things so easy, comfortable, and your knowledge of the islands and what you knew we would enjoy. There were too many highlights to pick out just one, but what I will remember the most is the belly laughs with the two of you and all our friends. Thank you for absolutely everything!´ - Christine & Rob

Previous Vessel ´21 Review

´Michael & Casey,
Thank you for giving us a week full of experiences and memories that we will remember for a lifetime! From the food that was out of this world, to teaching Shane and Travis to scuba dive, and even showing us the ropes of sailing, we´ve had the most unforgettable week island hopping around the Virgin Islands!

Both of you have shown unbelievable kindness, grace, patience, wisdom, joy, laughter, and love to not only our family, but to each other! Each of you are truly an inspiration to us and everyone you encounter! Thank you for being such a highlight on our trip and welcoming us to your home with open arms. We hope you have an amazing 2022!
Love, The Cristiano Family´

Previous Vessel ´21 Review

Senior Spring Break – March 2021
‘Everything about this trip was absolutely perfect. Michael & Casey clearly love what they do and their passion shows. After a number of boat trips, this is my all time favorite and we will be back!’ – Monica

‘Thanks for the unforgettable week. Best trip we’ve ever had! Next time you’re in Rains look us up.’ – TA

‘Thanks for the perfect trip for us Newbies! The food and adventures – we will never forget. The attention to detail was on point! Can’t wait to sail with you guys again and thanks for making us “seniors” feel young again ’ – Angie

‘Thank you for an amazing week on the sea and in the sun! Top notch crew, my favorite yet, that didn’t miss a thing. I appreciate your attention to detail and how you went above and beyond on the menu and taking us to places we hadn’t been. You will be missed and y’all make us want to come back!’ - Stacey and Big Nate

Previous Vessel ´21 Review

´We´ve traveled all over the world and this has to be our favorite vacation so far! Thank you for taking such good care of us! Michael was a great Captain from working the sails to navigating the dinghy in the dark. Casey - the meals, snacks, and drinks were way beyond our expectations - every meal was the ´BEST MEAL´ (seriously create a cookbook and make some side $$!!). Our trip has ended much too soon - let us know where you are in a year so we can book another charter with you! If you´re ever in Atlanta, you have a place to stay so give us a call (same with Nashville! Come see us & we will take you to Broadway :)). God Bless you in all your adventures!´
-The Grimes, Greg, Melissa, Conner, & Kristen Duluth, GA