Whiskey Sunset Description

BEST IN SHOW-VIPCA 2025! Whiskey Sunset will accommodate 8 charter guests in 3 spacious queen cabins and 1 sprawling master cabin for those who desire more space. She is a 2025 sailing catamaran offering a 60hp dingy, hydraulic lift, hard top, SeaDek, solar panels, air conditioning, water maker, ice maker, full sized refrigerator, a fully customizable menu, ecofriendly and reef safe toiletries, a well-stocked ship´s bar, and a coffee/espresso machine. Also, guests can enjoy snorkeling, and the many cool water toys like the underwater scooters, subwing, kneeboard, 2 stand up paddle boards, wakeboard, water ski tubes, 10 ft. floating dock, and fishing gear. You´ll also find board and card games, a salon television, and a Fusion 3 Bluetooth-enabled sound system.

Cruising Area of Whiskey Sunset

Pref. Pick-upVillage Cay, BVI
Other Pick-upPlease Inquire
Summer PortBVI / SXM
Winter PortBVI

Accommodations

Guests8
Cabins4
Crew2
Queen4
Showers4
Wash Basins4
Heads4
TP in HeadsYes
Electric Heads4
Accommodation Details
4 queen berth guest cabins each with a private en-suite electric head, stall shower and sink/vanity. All cabins with exception of starboard aft cabin are dry heads.
All cabins have individual air-conditioning controls.
Upper deck includes a lounging and seating space with 360-degree views.
Forward cockpit with lounge and dining area.
Aft cockpit with seating and dining accommodations.
Main deck has a bright and airy main salon (fully air-conditioned) and the galley has direct access to the forward cockpit lounge area.

Crew take starboard mid-ship cabin (twin cabin), but may move to starboard aft cabin on request for $800 fee. Please inquire about availability.

BERTH SIZES:
All queen berths are 5´w X 6´6´L

Specification

Length55 Feet
Beam29 Feet
Draft5 Feet
Built2025
A/CFull
A/C NightYes
DeckshowerYes
Bimini TopYes
HairdryerYes
Guest SmokeYes, only off transom
Children AllowedYes
Min Child AgeWater safe
Voltages110V
Water MakerYes
Water Capacity394 US Gal.
Ice MakerYes
Internet AccessOnboard WIFI
GeneratorYes
Max Speed15 knots
Cruising Speed8 knots
Turnaround48h

Water Sports

Dinghy (Feet)14´
Dinghy Hp60hp
Dinghy Pax8
Adult Waterskis1
Kids Waterskis1
Sea ScootersYes
Snorkel GearYes
TubeYes
Wake BoardYes
Floating MatsYes
Standup Paddle2
Swim PlatformsYes, hydraulic
Boarding LadderYes
Beach GamesYes
Fishing GearYes
Gear TypeTrolling & Spinning
Fishing Rods2
Other Toys
(3) Sea Scooters
10 ft. Round Water Hammock
ZUP board
Bean Bag Chairs

Scuba Diving Scuba Diving Symbol

ScubaYacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Air CompressorNot Onboard

Entertainment

Sat TvYes
Salon Tv/DvdYes
Salon StereoYes
iPod/Device HookupsYes

Cuisine

Special DietsInq
KosherInq
BBQYes

Green Initiatives

Make Purified Drinking WaterYes
Re-Usable Water BottlesYes

Whiskey Sunset Crew Profile

Crew Number2
Captain
CaptainJames Cotter
LicenseRYA Yachtmaster Offshore
Chef
ChefPhoebe Hooker
LicenseSTCW 95


We are thrilled to welcome back James and Phoebe for another season onboard Whiskey Sunset!

Captain James Cotter

James grew up on a farm in the British countryside. From a young age, he was obsessed with anything and everything mechanical, competing in go-kart racing and demolition derbies. He spent summers in his father´s Irish coastal hometown of Dungarvan, where he developed a love for the ocean and entertaining.

He started a career in the luxury eyewear industry working for brands such as TAG Heuer and Calvin Klein, but eventually, his love for the ocean won out and drew him toward a career in the yachting industry. He has worked for three years as a charter captain in various locations including Croatia, French Polynesia and The Virgin Islands.

CERTIFICATES
• RYA Yachtmaster Offshore (Sail, CE)
• RYA VHF Radio
• RYA First aid
• RYA PPR
• RYA Diesel engine maintenance
• RYA Sea Survival
• STCW



CHEF
Phoebe Hooker

Phoebe grew up in a small beach town on the coast of Queensland Australia surrounded by the ocean, the rainforest and her incredibly big family. Her passion for meeting people from all walks of life and serving love through incredible food around a dining table is what she loves most in this world. Her motto is simple, satisfying, nutritious meals packed with flavour that warm the soul.

Phoebe has worn many hats from every corner of the hospitality world, from the service industry, to nanny roles and family social work management, but she really came to life when she joined the yachting industry cheffing and hosting in the Mediterranean. It combines her love of food, people, adventure and she gets to watch every sunrise and sunset over the water!

CERTIFICATES
• Diploma - Child, Youth and Family Interventions
• Certificate 3 - Early Childhood Education and Care
• Culinary School
• STCW95
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
• Senior First Aid Certificate
• Blue Card Check Certified

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Whiskey Sunset Reservations & Port Locations

Start DateEnd DateDetails (Holds can be challenged)
Feb 01, 2026Feb 08, 2026Booked: Scrub Island - BVI to Scrub Island - BVI
Feb 10, 2026Feb 17, 2026Booked: Scrub Island to Scrub Island
Feb 19, 2026Feb 27, 2026Booked: Scrub Island to Scrub Island
Mar 05, 2026Mar 12, 2026Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI
Mar 14, 2026Mar 21, 2026Booked: Scrub Island to Scrub Island
Mar 22, 2026Mar 29, 2026Booked: Scrub Island to Scrub Island
Mar 31, 2026Apr 05, 2026Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI
Apr 07, 2026Apr 14, 2026Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI
Apr 17, 2026Apr 23, 2026Booked: Scrub Island to Scrub Island
Apr 25, 2026May 01, 2026Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI
May 02, 2026May 09, 2026Booked: Scrub Island - BVI to Scrub Island - BVI
May 12, 2026May 17, 2026Booked: Scrub Island to Scrub Island
May 19, 2026May 26, 2026Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI
Jun 01, 2026Jun 08, 2026Booked: Scrub Island to Scrub Island
Jun 10, 2026Jun 16, 2026Booked: Tortola, TBD to Tortola, TBD
Jun 19, 2026Jun 26, 2026Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI
Jul 17, 2026Jul 24, 2026Hold: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI
Aug 01, 2026Oct 31, 2026Unavailable: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI
Nov 08, 2026Nov 14, 2026Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI
Dec 05, 2026Dec 12, 2026Booked: Tortola, Trellis Bay, BVI to Tortola, Trellis Bay, BVI
Dec 27, 2026Jan 03, 2027Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI

Whiskey Sunset Rates / week

The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.
Low price: $31,000

High price: $35,000

Season2 Pax3 Pax4 Pax5 Pax6 Pax7 Pax8 Pax
2025/26 Winter$31,000$31,500$32,000$32,500$33,000$33,500$34,000
2026 Summer$32,000$32,500$33,000$33,500$34,000$34,500$35,000
2026/27 Winter$32,000$32,500$33,000$33,500$34,000$34,500$35,000


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


MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5
For 6-night charters, divide the weekly rate by 7 nights x 6 nights. For 5-nights, divide the weekly rate by 6 nights x 5 nights.
48 HOURS REQUIRED FOR TURNAROUND
Please inquire if you need a cabin change.

SLEEP ABOARD: The yacht does not offer sleepaboards

LOCAL FARE: Includes: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 5 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 2 dinners ashore at client expense.
For local fare, deduct $150 per person off the charter rate.

CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS (´26/´27): 7 night minimum. Village Cay ports required.
CHRISTMAS 2026: 1-8 guests @ +10% surcharge over 8 pax rate ($38,500) - charter must end no later than 12/27
NEW YEARS 26/27: 1-8 guests @ +20% surcharge over 8 pax rate ($42,000)

SAINT MARTIN / SAINT BARTHS RELOCATION FEE
Relocation fee of $3,000, minimum 48 hours required on either side of charter dates for boat transit (in addition to normal turnaround). Please inquire for availability.

Whiskey Sunset Guest Reviews

November 2025

We truly couldn’t have asked for a better crew or a more meaningful week sailing through the British Virgin Islands. Celebrating my grandparents’ 60th wedding anniversary on this tandem trip was already special, but James and Phee elevated the experience beyond anything our family could have imagined.

Phee was the absolute loveliest—gracious, elegant, and endlessly hospitable. Every meal she prepared was a work of art: vibrant, colorful, and full of flavor. My favorite meal of the entire trip was her poke bowl—fresh, bright, and absolutely delicious. And her desserts were unforgettable. The rocky road bars and macadamia nut cookies were some of the best cookies I’ve ever had—moist, memorable, and the kind of treats you’d expect to find in a fancy New York bakery. Her warmth and care were felt in every detail, from the beautiful table settings to the way she quietly refreshed our cabins each day.

James was an exceptional captain—calm, capable, and always attentive. He kept the trip running smoothly from start to finish, and his cocktails quickly became an afternoon highlight. His skill on the water was matched only by his talent behind the bar.

Some of my favorite moments came from the places we visited. Our day in Little Harbor was a standout—snorkeling among sea turtles, stingrays, and jellyfish felt magical. I also loved walking along the soft, open beaches of Anegada with my mom and sister, soaking in the quiet beauty of the island together.

We were able to celebrate my dad’s 60th birthday during the trip, which made the week even more meaningful. My dad has been bravely fighting a rare cancer called cholangiocarcinoma since last September. After undergoing surgery in December, he is currently showing no evidence of disease—something we are endlessly grateful for—and he will continue regular checkups over the next five years. In so many ways, he is a living miracle. My mom made a beautiful, heartfelt speech to the family that evening, and it was one of the most special moments of the entire trip.

Together, James and Phee created an atmosphere that was both elevated and wonderfully relaxed. The boat truly became a home on the water. We loved the thoughtful touches: the candlelit tables each evening, the personalized Yetis that kept our drinks cool all week, and the fresh towels delivered halfway through the trip that made us feel so cared for. Phee’s quiet gestures—like slipping in to make our beds and tidy our bathrooms—were small acts that made a big difference.

What stood out most was their perfect balance of professionalism and genuine warmth. They joined our conversations with ease and laughter, yet always gave our family the space to connect, reflect, and celebrate together.

James and Phee didn’t just host our trip—they made it unforgettable, in every way that matters. And I hope they know that they now have homes in Georgia, Kentucky, New York, Oklahoma, and Colorado. They will always have a place with us.

February 2025

We had such an amazing time in the BVI´s on the 54´ Bali Catamaran with Captain James Cotter and Chef Phee!

I had sailed on the Oceana with my family of 5 in late july and had to go back again with friends!

The attention to detail to customize our week to meet our needs was off the charters fabulous! Sailing, fishing, snorkeling, swimming, sea scootering, paddle boarding, dining, fabulous drinks, great wines, cab ride with Sweet Willie T, Coco Maya dancing, lobsters in Anegada, hiking, The Baths, beautiful sunsets.....

Everyone had the best time and agrees it´s the only way to vacation!! Can´t wait to do it again!