Cruising Area of Sweet Escape
Accommodations
SWEET ESCAPE can accommodate 10-12 guests in 5-6 staterooms (3 King, 2 Convertible Twin/King, 1 single plus 1 bunk), with 5 ensuite bathrooms.
MASTER STATEROOM: Lower Deck, amidships. Full beam Stateroom with walk-around Sleep Number King bed,mini-refrigerator, desk, and settee. Separate His-and Hers en-suite amenities featuring: Jacuzzi tub with overhead shower, sink, head, walk-in closet, and vanity dresser for Her; Steam shower with bench seat, head, sink, and walk-in closet for Him. Entertainment system featuring Bose surround sound, 60HDTV with individual satellite receiver, and iPod docking station. Port holes in the master stateroom as well as his-and-her en-suite create abundant natural light if desired. Complete blackout option also available.
ON-DECK VIP KING STATEROOM: On-Deck, forward: Sleep Number King bed with exquisite views; en-suite with stall shower. Entertainment system featuring Bose surround sound, 55HDTV with individual satellite receiver, and iPod docking station.
LOWER DECK VIP KING STATEROOM: Situated mid-ships to aft. Full beam Stateroom with walk-around Sleep NumberKing bed. En-suite features over sized shower with bench seat, head, and sink. Entertainment system featuring Bose surround sound, 50 HDTV with individual satellite receiver, and iPod docking station.
CONVERTIBLE TWIN/KING STATEROOM TO STARBOARD: Lower deck amidships: Two twin-sized beds (extra-long) convertible to 1 King bed; en-suite with shower. Entertainment system with Bose surround sound, 36HDTV and iPod docking station.
CONVERTIBLE TWIN/KING STATEROOM TO PORT: Lower deck amidships: Two twin-sized beds (extra-long) convertible to 1 King bed; en-suite with shower. Entertainment system with Bose surround sound, 36HDTV and iPod docking station. This stateroom shares the en-suite bathroom with the 6th guest stateroom.
6th Guest Stateroom: One Single bed with adjacent bunk bed to accommodate children or staff. Hanging locker and drawers, 36 HDTV with individual satellite receiver. This stateroom shares the en-suite bathroom with the Port side King/Twin Convertible Guest Stateroom.
All staterooms include individual satellite receivers, individual climate control, robes, hairdryers, and luxury bath products.
Outdoor and Dining:
AFT DECK: Covered, al fresco dining for 12. Full wet bar with fridge and sink, 50 HDTV with individual satellite receiver, and iPod docking station. Access to the swim platform on the starboard side. Passarelle for Med-style boarding. The aft deck has the ability to be enclosed with Eisenglass as well as heating/air-conditioning. Underwater lights. Walk-around decks to bow.
SALON: Large Salon with ample seating areas, game table for 4. Entertainment system with Bose surround sound, 75 HDTV and iPod docking station.
FORMAL DINING: Adjacent to the Main Salon, with a magnificent rectangular dining table comfortably seating 10.
PORTUGUESE BRIDGE hosting a magnificent semi-circular shaped seating area. A private space to enjoy the spectacular sunsets!
SKYLOUNGE on BRIDGE DECK: The skylounge has a superb full bar with bar stool seating for 5. Comfortable lounge area with Bose sound, 60 HDTV and iPod docking station.
BRIDGE DECK AFT: Full sun, but with the ability to create shade with optional sun shade sail triangles. Al fresco dining for 10, chaise lounges, access to sun deck or walk-around to Portuguese Bridge.
SUN DECK: Full sun, but with the ability to create shade with optional sun shade sail triangles Port and Starboard settee seating. 6-8 person Jacuzzi, and sun pads.
After full refit, new Interior and Exterior Photography is scheduled for March 2017. All new Marketing tools to follow soonest.
Sweet Escape Specification
HD 4K Technology TV�s , internet KVH plus cellular and Wifi boosters installed, control-4-home entertainment system, hard drive movie server,
Water Sports
40´ Boston Whaler Outrage towed tender
19’ inflatable tender, AB inflatable with 150hp Yamaha outboard
3 Jet Skis (one designated for flyboarding)
1 x 6 man 19’ Banana
2 x flat doughnuts
Flyboard
eFoil (newest addition)
4 Seabobs (underwater scooters) F5 models
Giant Water Slide
2 Stand Up Paddleboards / 2 Inflatable Kayaks
Waterskis
Wakeboard
Drone, go pro and for underwater photography enthusiasts we just got a Nauticam housing for our canon mark IV. ($10,000 package)
Knee board
SCUBA for Certified Divers Only
All New Scuba Gear
8 BCDs / 4 brand new and all jacket style, we do offer back inflate for more advanced divers
8 regulators
Dozens of booties, fins and masks
Extensive Fishing gear
Snorkel gear (New)
Water golf with tee-off pad and bio degradable golf balls
Game Console, Board Games, Books, Movie Server,
Sundeck Jacuzzi and BBQ
Beach set up ( chairs tables and toys, games)
Inflatable aft platform for easy toy parking and near the toy action sun bathing.
Submersible aft platform for very easy boarding from the sea, also great for toddler paddling.
Scuba Diving 
Entertainment
Cuisine
Green Initiatives
Sweet Escape Crew Profile
Captain
CAPTAIN - Steven French
Certificates/Education: Marketing Degree, Master 500, Chief Mate 3000
Languages: English
Steven aka “Frenchie” grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa. He spent most of his late teenage years playing professional rugby for the Natal Sharks in Durban and enjoying water sports with family and friends. Steven has a deep passion for hospitality and turned his focus to the yachting industry in 2007 where he started his career as a junior deckhand on large Superyacht, 235’ KOGO in the Mediterranean. Steven spent eight years on this vessel and traveled the world while systemically working his way up to Chief Officer. Steven has also worked onboard 269’ ALPHA NERO, 153’ DAYBREAK, 126’ T-ZERO, and more. Captain Steven has been running SWEET ESCAPE´s successful busy program since 2020, always making sure guests have the best experience while ensuring the safety of everyone onboard. Steve is extremely passionate about fitness and living a healthy lifestyle, and never fails to fit in a workout and a power-packed smoothie, even on a busy day!
ENGINEER - Christian Oliver
Languages: English, Afrikaans
Born and bred in beautiful Cape Town, South Africa, Christiaan’s love for the ocean came at a young age. He spent most of his life surfing, diving and sailing in the icy cold water of the Southern Atlantic ocean. After graduating with an honours degree in accounting, but his heart was still with the ocean.
Christiaan then decided to set sail from Cape Town, to the United States of America, to pursue a career in the yachting industry. He was drawn to engineering and has been working his way up. He now holds an MCA Y3 chief engineer certification, along with 15 years of experience in the industry!
He’s the best person to have around to ensure that our vessel is ready to get underway and embark on a new adventure!
CHEF - Owen Morgan
Languages: English
Owen brings new meaning to “culinary excellence”. He has been a chef for over 15 years and has worked alongside Michelin star chefs, such as Ivan Vilches. Owen has won multiple culinary awards and has even competed at national level. He has worked in high-end fine dining restaurants such as Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast, The Press Club, and Money Order Office in Melbourne.
Both his passion and love for cooking are what drew him into the luxury yachting industry. Owen has worked on several yachts including 213´ DOUBLE DOWN, 164´ INCOGNITO, 161´ HOME among others.
His hobbies include surfing, diving, fishing and gymnastics. Owen looks forward to capturing your culinary dreams onboard with his delicious recipes from around the world- enhanced with his passion and creativity! He will create a unique and unforgettable dining experience for you.
With his impressive resume and ability to impress, we are thrilled to have him on board M/Y Sweet Escape.
CHIEF STEWARDESS - Kristin Stanford
Languages: English, Afrikaans
Nationality: South African
Kristin grew up sailing and always knew that she wanted to join this industry. Right after school, she hopped on a plane to France and climbed onboard the first sailing yacht she saw. Since then, she has done multiple Atlantic crossing and achieved her yacht master’s qualification.
Back in her hometown of Stellenbosch, Kristin had an opportunity to open her own café which she ran for three years. After that, she decided to focus more on the hospitality side of yachting and has now joined chartering motor yachts, which led her to M/Y Sweet Escape. As Chief Stewardess, Kristin ensures that everything in the yacht´s interior runs seamlessly. She possesses a remarkable ability to read guests, and she is unwavering in her commitment to maintaining clear lines of communication to ensure that their every need is met. Kristin´s desire is to create an environment that evokes a sense of being at home, one that is relaxing and deeply caring.
She enjoys spending time outdoors and doing anything active like running, kitesurfing, hiking, and most importantly, traveling. Kristin has so much love for adventure and meeting amazing people along the way. She is excited to get to know all the guests and cater this experience to them - so that the trip is nothing short of extraordinary!
STEWARDESS - Frankie Buckley
Languages: English, Afrikaans
From the Southeast Coast of England, Frankie is our quintessential English Rose amongst the South Africans and Australians on board.
She is well travelled and gets along with everyone. She has the most incredible work ethic and makes it seem like every request is possible. Frankie will ensure that you are well looked after on your holiday!
Although she has a solid decade of hospitality experience and thrives in the
yachting industry, her main passion is fitness. She is dedicated towards her exercise and has recently completed her 500 hour advanced yoga instructors.
She currently lives in the Bahamas and enjoys living the island life!
STEWARDESS - Samantha McCririck
Languages: English
Meet Samantha, a vibrant and multi-talented Stewardess, who brings a wealth of experiences and a zest for creativity on board SWEET ESCAPE. Hailing from the coastal beauty of Australia, Samantha´s childhood was a tapestry of sun, sea, and adventure.
Before setting sail in the world of yachting, Samantha spent seven years as a dedicated primary school teacher in London. Her love for the ocean and working with people of all ages and cultures mixed with her desire to work at sea, naturally drew her to yachting. Samantha´s greatest asset is her creativity, nurtured through her passion for dance, painting, and drawing. She then refined these skills as a waitress and a teacher, setting table decorations for functions, creating exciting and engaging lessons for children, and choreographing dance pieces. On board, Samantha particularly loves serving guests, organizing parties, and mixing beautiful, handcrafted cocktails. She wants charter guests to leave with the feeling that their time on board surpassed their expectations.
For Samantha, the small details are what make a trip memorable. From creative table settings, scented hand towels, welcome drinks, and themed nights to personalized touches like scented knowing the guests´ names and what they will ask for, even before they ask for it. Developing a good rapport with the guests is highly important. Samantha believes having a happy and positive presence will make the guests feel the same.
Dance and yoga are not just pastimes for Samantha; they´re her passions. In her spare time, you can find her engaging in both of these activities, helping cultivate discipline, confidence, and creativity.
With her bubbly personality, she creates a “home away from home” environment onboard M/Y Sweet Escape.
DECKHAND - Luan Groenewald
Languages: English, Afrikaans
Luan grew up in a small village called Gansbaai, on the southern coast of South Africa. Here, he developed a deep connection with the ocean. After high school, Luan started working on a fishing vessel with his father. He then managed to secure his first yachting position on a 200ft Fishing Explorer vessel, where he gained Vast experience!
Luan’s good-natured personality, enthusiasm, and good listening skills brings the best out of people and motivates everyone to enjoy living in the moment. He easily adapts to situations and helps people feel at ease because he genuinely cares about everyone’s well-being.
Luan shows great initiative with guests and will ensure an unforgettable stay onboard M/Y Sweet Escape.
DECKHAND - Benjamin Arce
Languages: English
Ben comes from a small town in Northern Indiana. He has two older brothers that live down in Florida, and after graduating from high school, he decided to follow them. Being around yachts and living on the water, Ben made a few connections and managed to get his foot in the door. He loved the yachting industry and decided to enroll in a few courses. Since then, Ben has been in the industry and has spent some time on board M/Y Sweet Escape. With his hard work, determination and cherry disposition, we keep on calling him back!
Ben is a great addition to our team and will most certainly be a great addition to any charters going ahead. What he loves most about this industry, is the life-long friends made onboard and the treasured memories made together on the ocean.
Ben cannot wait to welcome you all onboard and make sure everyone has the time of their lives on M/Y Sweet Escape!
Sweet Escape Calendar
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Sweet Escape Reservations & Port Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Details (Holds can be challenged) |
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| May 25, 2024 | Jun 01, 2024 | Booked: Nassau, Bahamas* to Nassau, Bahamas* |
| Jun 02, 2024 | Jun 09, 2024 | Booked: Nassau, Bahamas* to Nassau, Bahamas* |
| Jun 30, 2024 | Jul 07, 2024 | Booked: Nassau, Bahamas* to Nassau, Bahamas* |
| Nov 16, 2024 | Nov 23, 2024 | Booked: Nassau, Bahamas* to Nassau, Bahamas* |
| Dec 20, 2024 | Dec 27, 2024 | Booked: Nassau, Bahamas* to Nassau, Bahamas* |
| Dec 28, 2024 | Jan 04, 2025 | Booked: Nassau, Bahamas* to Nassau, Bahamas* |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Feb 01, 2025 | Hold: Nassau, Bahamas* to Nassau, Bahamas* |
Sweet Escape Rates / week
The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.Low price: $115,000
High price: $135,000
The high and low prices of this yacht depend on both the number of guests and the traveling season. Send us an inquiry for exact pricing.
Yacht terms: Plus Expenses
The price includes a professional crew operating your chartered yacht, but all running expenses such as fuel, tax, provisions and any other costs are extra. Calculate between 15-25% for a sailing yacht and 25-35% for a motor yacht on top of the given rate with an APA cash payment made to the ships agent or captain, who will keep an open tap and produce full accounts of all expenditures. Unused APA money will be refunded. Inquire for more information.
ADDITIONAL RATE DETAILS
TERM CHARTERS: Weekly Rate plus 35% APA plus 4% Bahamas Taxes plus 10% Bahamas VAT
DAY CHARTERS: 8 hour day
$18,000 plus 4% Tax, plus 10% VAT for 12 guests.
20% mandatory crew gratuity - needs to be collected at the time of contract (FOR DAY CHARTERS ONLY!)
*Rate includes:
- 8 hour cruise
-Continental Breakfast, Surf and Turf Lunch, Snacks, Open Bar and Beverages for up to 12 guests. (house wines, beer and standard liquor - no premium brands)
- Dockage at Ocean Club Marina is also included but transportation to Ocean Club Marina is charterer´s expense.
- 19´ inflatable tender, AB inflatable with 150hp Yamaha outboard
- Gratuity is not included in the rate and is usually 20%
Sweet Escape Guest Reviews
***April 16-23, 2023***
It was outstanding! Too many memories and amazing times to describe on e-mail specially on the first day back!
The crew, the detail, the meals! Amazing!
Thank you!
The M´s
Dear all Crew,
Thank you for a “Sweet Escape”, it has been an amazing voyage, all you guys have been absolutely welcoming and thank you all for your amazing experiences, hospitality and amazing food, service and amazing cookies!
Thank you for a life experience we will never forget!
Lots of Love to all the crew,
— Love from the M’s xxx
January, 2019
The M. Family
This trip was the dream-vacation of a lifetime, planned to celebrate W’s birthday and W & C’s 60th Wedding Anniversary. Our our entire immediate family of ten, nine were able to come with us and spend this dream-week onboard “Sweet Escape”. It was an astounding week of togetherness, family fun, fabulous meals, beautiful sights and loving attention from the outstanding crew. A finer group of people could not be found anywhere. They anticipated our every wish and need, minute-by-minute, hour-by-hour, day-by-day. Thank you.
—The M. Family
September, 2018
The M. Family
Dear Captain Paul
What an incredible week we had on Sweet Escape, in large part because of you and your wonderful crew.
Wow! I don’t know where to begin to thank you for an experience our family will talk about for years to come. As you know from our conversations our family is fortunate to have traveled a lot. We picked Croatia because none of us had been there. That was a good start because it is wonderful. Then we really hit the jackpot when our charter broker recommended Sweet Escape.
What an experience! Our family wanted to stay on board, read, talk and do water activities—and did they ever do the water toy program! Your crew went beyond the call of duty to be patient with us learning how to ride all the toys. We loved it.
The food was outstanding. All the meals were a delight and the service of the wait staff was over the top. My wife and daughter (who is an interior designer) took a picture of every table setting because they could have all been in a magazine. We loved the food so much and found the portions to be so perfect that we never felt as though we’d eaten too much nor did we all gain a lot of weight. Congratulations for that. Very well done.
Now, about you, Capt. Paul. You were terrific. Thank you for running a safe, tight, well supervised boat. It is noticed and appreciated. Please receive my family’s most sincere thanks and gratitude for taking such good care of our family.
Bottom line. This was an unparalleled experience that we will not soon forget.
Thank you, thank you, thank you,
—The M. Family
July, 2018
The L. Family
What an amazing trip! We worked and planned this adventure through Croatia for a year, and it surely paid off! The fabulous crew of Motoryacht Sweet Escape took absolute care of all our needs before we even knew what we needed ourselves. They could not have been more attentive! We will all miss them! The yacht was a gem, we never lacked for an activity! The food was fantastic each day. Our family thanks you all, each and every one, for the most wonderful trip of a lifetime. We hope to see you all again in the near future. XO.
— The L. Family
July, 2018
S, R & Family
Dear Captain Paul & Crew,
This last week has truly been a blessing and a lifelong memory for our family. While Sweet Escape is phenomenal and our natural surroundings incredibly picturesque, it has been your care and service to our family that has made this vacation!
We cannot remember another holiday opportunity when we have all felt so cared for. From the moment we woke up in the mornings until our heads hit the pillows each night—one of you was always looking out for us. Thank you so much for truly caring not only for our comfort but also for our safety. We will never forget all of the wonderful meals, our squeaky clean cabins, the hours & hours & hours on the “toys”, our trips into quaint towns, champagne conversations, safe and professional travel and most of all, your company and friendship. Thank you again for caring for us. We will always cherish this week!
Sincerely,
—S, R & Family
June, 2018
T, C & Family
Dear Crew,
Thank you so much for such a wonderful week. You all have showed us such kindness. We truly appreciate all of the work you have put in to make this the best trip possible. It has been great to get to know you as you all have such wonderful and special personalities. We hope you have a fabulous rest of the season and year. Thank you for your patience, understanding, and kindness. We couldn’t have asked for better people to share this trip with.
Sincerely,
—T, C & Family
March, 2018
D & C Family
To the entire crew of Yacht Sweet Escape,
Thank you so very very much for your unbelievable help, thoughtfulness and kindness over the past week. Our trip was phenomenal because you went out of your way to make every experience special. You did this with patience, dignity, elegance and respect. And most of all you made us feel at home and very welcome. We were not lying when we said to “look us up” if you are ever in our towns.
We wish you all the best always,
—D & C
March, 2018