CAPTAIN360 - CHARTER SMARTER

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Revolutionizing ‘Captain-Only’ Yacht Charters

Through our CAPTAIN360 program, we are committed to providing yacht charter guests who are interested in having only a captain onboard, a vacation of a lifetime uniquely characterized by all-encompassing captainship, upgraded yacht amenities, and unprecedented captain-only charter services.

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How CAPTAIN360 Excels

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  • All services offered with ‘Standard Captain Only’ and ‘Bareboat with a Skipper’ plus:
  • Provisioning assistance
  • Assistance in the galley
  • After meal clean-up assistance
  • Preparing ‘Captain’s Cocktails’
  • Making restaurant reservations
  • Day trip / rendezvous reservations
  • Onshore excursion reservations
  • Daily salon tidying
  • Mid-week linens offering for guests
  • Hassle-free coordination of bookings for moorings, anchoring, trash, ice, etc.
  • Capturing photos to present at end
  • Orchestrates fun water sport activities
  • Kayaks & Lilly Pads
  • Welcome yacht swag to take home
  • Custom itinerary maps provided for take home
Standard Captain-Only #
  • Cruising grounds experience & knowledge
  • Fun and engaging captain safety briefings
  • Themed music & playlists
  • High quality linens & indoor & outdoor towels
  • Sunscreen & bug spray
  • Onboard WiFi
  • Onboard & beach games
  • Paddle boards
Bareboat with a Skipper #
  • Snorkel gear
  • Onshore activity recommendations
  • Restaurant advice
  • Shampoo, soap, toilet paper and paper towels
  • Basic linens & indoor towels
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CAPTAIN360 Training Highlights

Housekeeping Assistance #
Onboard Dining Assistance #
  • How to provision efficiently and be cost effective
  • How to efficiently organize and store food
  • How to be mindful of food allergies and dietary restrictions
  • How to assist in galley
  • How to be aware of food cross-contamination
  • How to organize a snack basket with chips, cliff bars, dried fruit, etc.
  • How to make the best Rum Punch and Painkillers
Local Knowledge #
  • How to schedule an efficient itinerary with navigation timing
  • Best hiking and snorkel spots for USVI and BVI with fun briefings
  • Best secret anchor spots to help save your guests mooring ball fees
  • Craft a list of recommended places for off-the-boat dining
  • Explanation on environmentally-friendly sunscreen and bug spray
Fun Guest Involvement #
  • How and when to make the initial greeting with upcoming guests
  • How to have the best and fun Captain briefing
  • Fun ways to assign a guest as First Mate to help with anchoring, mooring, sailing, etc.
  • How to assign a dinghy captain to assist with cleating the painter, helping get off the boat and ensuring flip flops or shoes are ready for shore excursions
  • How to have your own cocktail list and teach guests how make them
  • How to take photos and present a slideshow at the end of the charter
  • How to design a map of the guests’ charter travels
  • How to hold petty cash from the guest on hand for small expenses
  • How to create the best charter experience possible, charter after charter

Qualified CAPTAIN360 Charter Yachts

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Captain Zack Lanford

Member Since 2025

“Sailing has taken me from the Gulf Coast to the “Sailing has taken me from the Gulf Coast to the Caribbean, and every step has deepened my passion for life at sea. Sharing that adventure with guests—whether we’re chasing sunsets or exploring hidden coves—is the most rewarding part of the job. I’m always learning, always exploring, and always ready for the next unforgettable voyage.”

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Captain Tyler Haley

Member Since 2025

“Growing up in Fort Lauderdale, I’ve always felt at home on the water. From sailing and power yachts to first mate roles on larger vessels, my focus has always been guest comfort, safety, and fun. Whether it’s finding a hidden anchorage or sharing stories over sunset, I love creating unforgettable moments on board. Ready to make some memories together?"

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Captain Thomas Wheeler

Member Since 2024

As a certified Dive Master with a passion for marine life, I am is always eager to share my love for the ocean with others. Down-to-earth and adventurous, I consider myself lucky to be living my best life in the Caribbean, where my greatest joy is creating memorable experiences for all my guests.

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Captain Coming Soon

Member Since 2023