Philotimo Description
Philotimo is a beautiful Lagoon 63 power catamaran with an abundance of space both inside and out, giving guests the freedom to relax in a variety of different social areas. Philotimo boasts luxurious design, superior cruising performance and she is equipped with all the comforts you could need onboard which makes Philotimo the perfect charter option!
Cruising Area of Philotimo
Accommodations
Philotimo can accommodate up to 6 guests in 3 cabins; 1 master queen suite and 2 queen cabins, all cabins offer ensuite facilities.
Specification
Water Sports
12 ft. Double Kayak
11ft. SUP x2
14ft Paddle Skiff
Fishing Gear X 3
Submersible Scooter x 2
Snorkel Gear x 8
Bote Floating Mat
60 HP 16ft Honda Rib
Scuba Diving 
Entertainment
Movies/shows available for guests entertainment onboard
Cuisine
Green Initiatives
Philotimo Crew Profile
Captain
Chef/First Mate
Meet the crew!
Meet the crew for season 2022/23!
Captain Gavin
Having been around boats since the age of five, Gavin’s parents were in the process of refitting a boat for a circumnavigation. Due to a tragic accident which lead to the loss of his father, this dream had to be put on hold.
The boating world became his natural choice of career, where he went on to acquire the qualifications to become a certified sailing instructor. Gavin inherited the dream and his ultimate goal is to one day sail around the world. Free diving is his greatest passion with hobbies including surfing, fishing and most water sports under the sun. Gavin has been a charter captain in the British Virgin Islands for the past 8 years and knows the waters better than most. Gavin holds an RYA/MCA Yacht Master Ocean Qualification, a BVI Boatmaster and a SAMSA Yacht Master Commercial.
Some of his current sailing accomplishments are, across the North and South Atlantic, circumnavigated the Baltic Sea, eight seasons in the Caribbean, two seasons in the United Kingdom and France, up the East Coast of Africa, Durban to Kenya as well as stops in Madagascar and not to mention a surf/sail trip in Indonesia.
Gavin has recently returned to chartering in the BVI after living and sailing aboard his own vessel with his wife and two young girls around the Caribbean.
Gavin is looking forward to welcoming you onboard M/Y Philotimo and showing you the vacation of a lifetime!
Chef Marie Perez
Marie was born on the Dominican Republic. In her teenage years she moved to Italy where she studied languages. She worked as interpreter/translator along with Web Marketing. Marie also loved cooking part time in restaurants, where she found herself in tune with her soul and real nature.
In 2010 she totally revolutionized her life by changing profession and started cooking on yachts in the US and British Virgin Islands.
Now she is a professional Chef, graduated with Merit in Devon-England at Ashburton Chefs Academy.
Marie is a super star in the galley specializing in tasting Italian, European, North America, Spanish Caribbean cuisine with a flair for unique presentation and gracious service. She gives her best when inspiration launches her at new “Marie’s Creations”, which are very original, tasty dishes, result of a passionate research into new ways to satisfy the most refine palates.
Marie has a passion for client service detail and loves to deliver those special touches that bring smiles to all her guests. You will be asking for her amazing recipes when you reluctantly leave Marie´s kitchen. She speaks English, Italian, Spanish and French but is best versed in the language of excellent service and tasty fun.
Philotimo Calendar
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Philotimo Reservations & Port Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Details (Holds can be challenged) |
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| Dec 22, 2024 | Dec 28, 2024 | Booked: Peter Island, BVI* to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI |
| Dec 29, 2024 | Jan 05, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI |
| Jan 11, 2025 | Jan 17, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI |
| Feb 01, 2025 | Feb 08, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Mar 17, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI |
| Mar 22, 2025 | Mar 29, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI |
| Apr 01, 2025 | Apr 04, 2025 | Booked: Trellis Bay, Tortola to Jost Van Dyke |
| May 03, 2025 | May 09, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI |
| Jun 07, 2025 | Jun 14, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Village Cay, BVI to Tortola, Village Cay, BVI |
| Jun 25, 2025 | Jun 25, 2025 | Booked: Scrub Island to Scrub Island |
Philotimo Rates / week
The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.Low price: $37,000
High price: $38,000
| Season | 2-4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Summer | $37,000 | $37,500 | $38,000 |
| 2024/25 Winter | $37,000 | $37,500 | $38,000 |
| 2025 Summer | $37,000 | $37,500 | $38,000 |
| 2025/26 Winter | $37,000 | $37,500 | $38,000 |
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 PICK UP & BVI ITINERARY ONLY***
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5
GUEST PAX: 6
EMBARKATION: 12PM
DISEMBARKATION: 12PM
LESS THAN 7 NIGHT CHARTER RATES: 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: 1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at client´s expense. Includes; boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and breakfast the next morning and early start.
HALF-BOARD OPTION: $100 discount per person
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client´s expense.
LOCAL FARE OPTION: $75 discount per person
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client´s expense.
CHILDREN DISCOUNT:
$100 discount per child.
TURN AROUNDS: 24-hour turn arounds available for $250 per charter, otherwise 48-hour turns are standard
HOLIDAY RATES:
CHRISTMAS: Up to 6 guests for $42,000 - Must end no later than Dec 26th.
NEW YEARS: Up to 6 guests for $43,700 - Must begin no sooner than Dec 27th.
ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE INCLUDES:
• Meals & Beverages onboard
• Fuel
• Mooring fees
• Private Yacht & Service of the crew (captain, chef/mate)
• Insurance for the yacht and the passengers (civil liability)
• Accommodation in private air-conditioned cabins each with an ensuite bathroom and bedding, towels, and beach towels.
ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Special provisioning requests (inquire for further details)
• Cancellation insurance and private insurance
• Airport transfers to/from yacht base
• Personal Expenses
• Tip
TIP:
It is customary to tip your crew at the end of your charter. The amount you leave is totally at your discretion and should be based on the level of service provided. The suggested gratuity is 15%-25% of the total charter fee.
CAPTAIN ONLY:
Captained-Only - Up to 6 guests: US$26,500 plus expenses (includes Breakfasts, Fuel, Soft Drinks & an Anegada Lobster Dinner!)
Philotimo Guest Reviews
Early June, 2024, guests aboard powercat PHILOTIMO wrote:
Complete Happiness – because pf Capt. Gavin and this beautiful boat! We got to see several islands, taste wonderful cooking, and enjoy a relaxed sail. Truly one of our happier trips. Thank you. We want more!
The Morrisseys
And from the kids:
We ❤️ Captain Gavin, he is the best.
Love,
Olivia and Julianna
May, 2023 charter guests aboard PHILOTIMO wrote:
Capt. Gavin and Chef Marie are truly the Dream Team! Together they coordinated the most amazing trip for us. They are both professional, personable and FUNNY. We will miss Capt. Gavin´s knowledge of all things and Chef Marie´s yummy food and sunshine face. We miss you both already!
Friends forever ❤️
Chris and Patti
May, 2023 charter guests aboard PHILOTIMO wrote:
What an amazing experience! Thank you Capt. Gavin and Chef Marie. Professional and personable is a difficult combination that your team absolutely nailed. We´ll miss the great food and the laughs that we shared. Exceptional from start to finish.
Eric and Jamie
PS: If you are ever in Southern California, give us a call!
everything was just excellent!
Philotimo gave us the privilege to have the most amazing time! From the food to the beaches and the waters of the USVI - everything was just excellent! We are very sad to leave but very excited to come back and for the next guests to enjoy this beautiful boat and wonderful crew!
We would recommend Philotimo to EVERYONE. We will be back soon!
We are filled up with so much positive energy & totally recharged. Captain Hugh and crew are just so great! Crew and Captain are genuinely kind and hospitable people. Ya´ll made our family feel like your family - amazing! We would recommend Philotimo to EVERYONE. We will be back soon!
What an amazing week, we wont soon forget!
You guys are just tremendous, the yacht is amazing and the gourmet food was incredible too! What an amazing week, we wont soon forget!
Vivian and Hugh were awesome
Thanks for an incredible trip, we had a blast! Vivian and Hugh were awesome. Looking forward to the next time!
You made it even more special
Capt Hugh and Vivi, thank you for an amazing adventure. You made it even more special
Thank you very much for such an amazing charter!
Thank you very much for such an amazing charter! The experiences on the water and the amazing meals were unforgettable! We loved seeing turtles, swimming in the ocean, riding the tube and kneeboard, and dancing to the steel drum on our final night. This was a first class experience for each of us
I´m going to miss you so much!
Dear Captain Hugh, I´m going to miss you so much! I hope I get to come back soon. I hope I get to come back to the best boat with the best breakfast!
From the food to the fun - I will never forget it!
Captain Hugh and chef Vivi, this trip was definitely one of my favorites! From the food to the fun - I will never forget it!
