Daydream Description
One of 4 Leopard 62´s built for Moorings signature charter series. Hull #2 is a performance, daggerboard cat commissioned for the CEO of Moorings at the time. 4´3´ with the boards up, and 8´6´ with the boards down. Galley down layout provides a spacious and comfortable layout, with a massive salon featuring a large dining table and seating for 8, bar with counter, sink, icemaker and fridge, and a sliding glass pass-thru to the cockpit. Spacious cockpit with dining table for 8, and open access to the swim platform. Flybridge accessed by stairs in the cockpit lead to a large lounge area with cushioned mats, beanbags, and a table for 4 for coffee or cocktails. Foredeck features large deck space and trampolines with built in back rests. Cabins are large and comfortable, with more than ample storage for clothing and personal effects, and heads feature separate shower stalls. 2022 refit included new hull paint, new mainsail, new jib, rebuild on both Yanmar engines, rebuild on Northern Lights genset and new shaft seals.
Cruising Area of Daydream
Accommodations
2022 Refit:
New hull paint
New mainsail
New jib
Yanmar engines both rebuilt
New shaft seals
Northern Lights genset rebuilt
4 Queen Cabins for 8 guests
1 Queen & Twin Cabins for crew
NOTE: DayDream can legally accept up to 10 guests if final 2 guests are kids and willing to share cabins or sleep in the salon/cockpit area. Please inquire on pricing for additional guests.
Specification
Water Sports
3 Hammocks
2 Stand Up Paddle Boards
2 Tandem Inflatable Paddle Board
1 Adult Water Ski Set
Wakeboard
Floating Mat
Dive Gear
3 Shimano Trolling Rods (2- 30 & 1- 20)
2 Shimano Spinning Rods (6000 & 2500)
Underwater Metal Detector
Scuba Diving 
Dives with a PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer
Bauer Mariner II Air Compressor: 8.6 cfm or 7.5 min per tank
Night Dives are included and the number of night dives throughout the week will be discussed with guests
Dive cost: $250 per person for the week
Cost of resort course: $300
Cost of Open Water: $650
Cost of Advanced: $550
Entertainment
Games:
Dominoes
Cribbage
Backgammon
Shut the box
Scrabble
Cards
Poker Chips
Cuisine
Daydream Crew Profile
Captain
Chef/First Mate
Captain Rusty Day
Captain Dr. Rusty has a unique combination of qualifications and experience to make him an ideal skipper and guide both above and below the water. Rusty is the founder and Director of MANTA (Marine Science And Nautical Training Academy), a marine science non-profit based in Charleston, South Carolina, and operating its marine science field studies programs in the Virgin Islands since 2009. MANTA recently acquired DayDream, and now uses this beautiful yacht as their base for their marine science education and research activities when it’s not chartering. Your charter proceeds help support the yacht and the student programs, so thanks for your support!
Rusty was raised in a seafaring family from the southern Outer Banks of North Carolina. Growing up on boats, with a love of the ocean and an inquisitive nature made the decision to pursue marine biology quite natural. He earned his BS in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, MSc in Marine Biology from the College of Charleston, and PhD in Environmental Chemistry from the University of Pau, France.
Dr. Day has worked as a marine scientist at a number of labs, including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). He has worked on everything from corals, sea turtles, seabirds, and dolphins, using tools ranging from commercial fishing gear or SCUBA, to lasers and mass spectrometers. Dr. Day is an Adjunct Biology Professor at the College of Charleston, and has authored dozens of scientific publications in top journals and a book chapter.
In addition to Dr. Day’s scientific accomplishments, he also holds a 200 Ton Master Captains License and Sailing Endorsement from the U.S. Coast Guard, has logged 1000s of miles under sail, and is certified as a PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer.
Rusty loves to teach and lead divers in exploring the reefs. So if you’re inquisitive about marine life, he’s happy to do slide shows to teach guests the local reef fish and corals, talk about turtles, give you an expert underwater tour, show you how to spot coral disease or bleaching, or collect specimens to look at under our on-board microscopes. And, he’s also a pretty decent fisherman when dinner time comes around!
Chef Neely Woodson Powell
Neely grew up on her family’s Island, a small boutique resort in the Florida Keys called Little Palm Island. Where she spent her life doing all things hospitality. Her family was very customer experience driven and she learned at a young age the importance treating people like family!
Her family also had a 1971 42’ Bermuda Hinkley, so sailing is second nature.
After college she started a shoe business in Charleston South Carolina. Designing, manufacturing, and growing this to 26 stores around the states and the Caribbean. Where she continued her inherent ability to quickly build authentic relationships, yall will be instant friends! If your real nice she will probably give everyone shoes!
Her favorite past time from a young age is cooking and she has mastered over the years some of the most yummy dishes that are requested over and over!
You will want all her recipes and dont forget about the custom made drinks at your command, shes a mixologist too!
The fun and entertaining chemistry between Captain Rusty and Neely makes for an unforgettable vacation that you will never forget and want to share with them every year.
Daydream Calendar
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Daydream Reservations & Port Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Details (Holds can be challenged) |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2024 | Dec 01, 2024 | Unavailable: St. Croix, USVI to British Virgin Islands* |
| Dec 29, 2024 | Jan 05, 2025 | Booked: British Virgin Islands* to St Thomas, USVI* |
| Mar 20, 2025 | Mar 29, 2025 | Booked: St Thomas, USVI* to St Thomas, USVI* |
| Apr 13, 2025 | Apr 19, 2025 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
| Jun 01, 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 | Unavailable: Unavailable to Unavailable |
Daydream Rates / week
The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter. Inquire for lowest rate.Low price: $28,700
(normal rate)High price: $32,000
(normal rate)Daydream Special Offer!
Xmas Special!
Offer: Exclusive Christmas Savings: Daydream is offering their standard rates for the holiday week!
Minimum nights: 7
Travel between: Dec/17/2024 - Dec/27/2024
| Season | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | 7 Pax | 8 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Summer | $29,000 | $29,500 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,000 |
| 2025 Summer | $29,000 | $29,500 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,000 |
| 2025/26 Winter | $29,000 | $29,500 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,000 |
| 2026 Summer | $29,000 | $29,500 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,000 |
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
CRUISING GROUNDS: British Virgin Islands
Pick Up/Drop Off: Tortola; inquire for other locations
Yacht: BVI-Based
Crew: Annual Work Permits
BVI Customs & Cruising Permit Fees: Included
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5, Inquire for less.
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
SLEEP ABOARD: Available for half of the daily rate. Includes boarding after 4pm, snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast. Dinner ashore is additional. Select option upon booking. EXCLUDES: Christmas and New Year´s weeks.
HALF-BOARD OPTION:
7 nights ($150 off per person) - Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners aboard - with all other meals to be taken ashore at client expense
2@$28,700 | 3@$29,050 | 4@$29,400 | 5@$29,750 | 6@$30,100 | 7@$30,450 | 8@$30,800
LOCAL-FARE OPTION:
7 nights ($75 off per person) - Includes: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 1 dinner ashore at client expense.
2@$28,850 | 3@$29,275 | 4@$29,700 | 5@$30,125 | 6@$30,550 | 7@$30,975 | 8@$31,400
24/25 HOLIDAYS
CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS: 7 night minimum
CHRISTMAS: 1-8 guests @$37,000
NEW YEARS: 1-8 guests @ $39,000
Daydream Guest Reviews
August 2024
The Daydream was an unforgettable experience! Captain Rusty and his crew took good care of us. We had breakfast with a breathtaking view every single day! We had so much fun snorkeling around the Indians and Monkey Point. It a great way to learn about the sea life and experience it! PLUS Captain Rusty is a PHD Marine biologist who has a vast knowledge of the marine life. So if you want to also learn about marine biology, you will have the best professor on board! Our trip was a 8 days and 7 nights trip, where we got to visit Tortola, The Baths, Jost Von Dyke, Norman Island, Willy Ts, Marina Cay, Sabarock, and Scrub Island, just to name a few. Also, not only will the crew accommodate the groups’s preferences but they are more than willing to customize your excursion depending where you want to go too. So if you are looking for a getaway with friends and/or planning a memorable family vacation-- the Daydream is your best call! We cant wait to plan our next Daydream adventure. Thanks CREW!
- Miri & Kenton
July 2024
A week spent on the Day Dream will change vacationing forever. If you want to spend time snorkeling, swimming, island hopping, eating delicious food, and visiting the Baths at Virgin Gorda this catamaran is the perfect trip for you. Plenty of space in the rooms and on deck for a party of ten. Rusty and the crew took excellent care of us and it is a trip I will never forget. Can’t wait to book again.
Jessie