Rates Per Week
Crew Profiles
| Title | Name | Nation | Born | Licenses | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain | Stefan Huebbe | German | 0 | RYA YM 200 ton | English, German, Spanish |
| Crew | Chloe Salder | UK |
The team on Kings Ransom are focused on health, wellness and wholehearted fun! We all enjoy being active and genuinely love our jobs, where we get to help make memories and holidays of a lifetime for you; our lovely guests. Captain Stefan will always make you feel safe and completely comfortable. Stefan has been a Captain for over 20 years and is also your onboard PADI Dive Instructor and e-foil instructor, plus he is an avid surfer, kitesurfer, wakeboarder, freediver and general watersports enthusiast. Mate Chloe is your extraordinary experience maker aboard, as well as your yoga therapist and meditation coach. She makes every guest feel especially special and elevates every charter into a retreat; not just for your body, but also you mind and soul. We get on with people of all ages and from all walks of life and we speak several languages aboard (English, French, German, Spanish & Afrikaans). We make sure you have everything you need to create magical memories and enjoy THE most wonderful vacation of your lifetime.
CHLOE & STEFAN met 16 years ago outside a supermarket in Bali; the next day they embarked on a worldwide sailing adventure on their own boat and just kept on going… After several years and >40,000nm each of life afloat, they started working on crewed yachts 7 years ago (also runners up ‘best in show’ at the BVI boatshow). Stefan is an open-minded and optimistic Master Mechanical Engineer who’s worked in aerospace, automotive and major civil projects. He has sailed all oceans, designed and built his own boats and is also a well-respected technical author and consultant on boatbuilding. Stefan is our resident merman who loves excels at just about every watersport going. He is also a talented musician, creating soundscapes aboard.
Chloe’s professional background was in teaching (she used to be a University Professor and has worked all over the world; from Borneo to the Canary Islands). After travelling and sailing around the world with Stefan, her passion for health and wellness finally overtook her love of language and literature and she started hosting worldwide yoga and wellness retreats. She also loves dancing, writing, singing and dabbles in guitar and freediving. Together, Chloe & Stefan’s bliss is on the ocean in nature, working with people to create an uplifting and inspiring space based on integrity, respect and wholesomeness.
Chloe and Stefan are joined by a stewardess and a professional charter chef.
BERNADENE began her hospitality journey as a hostess while pursuing a degree in Law. Her natural charisma and dedication to excellence has allowed her to thrive in the hospitality industry. ‘Bernie’ joins the team from super yachts, elevating the hospitality aboard KR to the next level, with incredible cocktails as a professional mixologist, silver service and genuine passion for organizing themed soirées. With a deep commitment to personal growth, Bernie also mentors aspiring female entrepreneurs, helping them achieve their dreams with her Entrepreneur’s Playbook’ course, as a certified life coach and has also published her one gratitude journal.
MARK met Bernadene (his best sushi restaurant customer) and it was love at first sight. They have been married and lived and worked together for the past 7 years. Mark has trained extensively in Japanese cuisine alongside two Master chefs and for the past 20 years has worked in a plethora of prestigious restaurants around the globe, which has shaped a career and invoked a passion for creating edible art.
Mark is an accomplished restaurateur (owner and Head Chef of the world- famous ‘Fushin Sushi’, which won him a spot in the Top 40 Under 40 Business awards), as well as a Diageo Institution Cocktail award. Not only is he an acclaimed and accomplished gourmet superyacht chef, Mark is also a licensed skipper himself, who volunteers for Sea Rescue and is an FAA ‘rated’ pilot. Mark loves flying around the islands and also has a passion for classic cars & vintage motor racing.
Mark is also author of ‘The Superyacht Alchemist’ and has served up spectacular feasts aboard many high-end superyachts, catering to UHNW individuals.
Chef
Mark Oosthuizen
Specifications
Accommodations
Additional Rate Information
Additional Rate Information
Charter Rates Per Week
| Rate Period | Terms | 2 Guests | 3 Guests | 4 Guests | 5 Guests | 6 Guests | 7 Guests | 8 Guests | 9 Guests | 10 Guests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter 2024 to 2025 | Inclusive | $52,000 | $52,000 | $52,000 | $52,900 | $53,800 | $54,700 | $55,600 | $57,500 | $59,400 |
Additional Rate Information
CREW GRATUITY: The prices do not include a tip for your crew. It’s customary to tip your crew at the end of the charter, the standard for good service is 15%-20% of the charter fee.
Christmas week: up to 10 guests for 7 nights aboard – US$65,500
New Years week: up to 10 guests for 7 nights aboard – US$69,000
USVI ports: +$2400 each way
Location Details
Summer Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Winter Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
The team on Kings Ransom are focused on health, wellness and wholehearted fun! We all enjoy being active and genuinely love our jobs, where we get to help make memories and holidays of a lifetime for you; our lovely guests. Captain Stefan will always make you feel safe and completely comfortable. Stefan has been a Captain for over 20 years and is also your onboard PADI Dive Instructor and e-foil instructor, plus he is an avid surfer, kitesurfer, wakeboarder, freediver and general watersports enthusiast. Mate Chloe is your extraordinary experience maker aboard, as well as your yoga therapist and meditation coach. She makes every guest feel especially special and elevates every charter into a retreat; not just for your body, but also you mind and soul. We get on with people of all ages and from all walks of life and we speak several languages aboard (English, French, German, Spanish & Afrikaans). We make sure you have everything you need to create magical memories and enjoy THE most wonderful vacation of your lifetime.
CHLOE & STEFAN met 16 years ago outside a supermarket in Bali; the next day they embarked on a worldwide sailing adventure on their own boat and just kept on going… After several years and >40,000nm each of life afloat, they started working on crewed yachts 7 years ago (also runners up ‘best in show’ at the BVI boatshow). Stefan is an open-minded and optimistic Master Mechanical Engineer who’s worked in aerospace, automotive and major civil projects. He has sailed all oceans, designed and built his own boats and is also a well-respected technical author and consultant on boatbuilding. Stefan is our resident merman who loves excels at just about every watersport going. He is also a talented musician, creating soundscapes aboard.
Chloe’s professional background was in teaching (she used to be a University Professor and has worked all over the world; from Borneo to the Canary Islands). After travelling and sailing around the world with Stefan, her passion for health and wellness finally overtook her love of language and literature and she started hosting worldwide yoga and wellness retreats. She also loves dancing, writing, singing and dabbles in guitar and freediving. Together, Chloe & Stefan’s bliss is on the ocean in nature, working with people to create an uplifting and inspiring space based on integrity, respect and wholesomeness.
Chloe and Stefan are joined by a stewardess and a professional charter chef.
BERNADENE began her hospitality journey as a hostess while pursuing a degree in Law. Her natural charisma and dedication to excellence has allowed her to thrive in the hospitality industry. ‘Bernie’ joins the team from super yachts, elevating the hospitality aboard KR to the next level, with incredible cocktails as a professional mixologist, silver service and genuine passion for organizing themed soirées. With a deep commitment to personal growth, Bernie also mentors aspiring female entrepreneurs, helping them achieve their dreams with her Entrepreneur’s Playbook’ course, as a certified life coach and has also published her one gratitude journal.
MARK met Bernadene (his best sushi restaurant customer) and it was love at first sight. They have been married and lived and worked together for the past 7 years. Mark has trained extensively in Japanese cuisine alongside two Master chefs and for the past 20 years has worked in a plethora of prestigious restaurants around the globe, which has shaped a career and invoked a passion for creating edible art.
Mark is an accomplished restaurateur (owner and Head Chef of the world- famous ‘Fushin Sushi’, which won him a spot in the Top 40 Under 40 Business awards), as well as a Diageo Institution Cocktail award. Not only is he an acclaimed and accomplished gourmet superyacht chef, Mark is also a licensed skipper himself, who volunteers for Sea Rescue and is an FAA ‘rated’ pilot. Mark loves flying around the islands and also has a passion for classic cars & vintage motor racing.
Mark is also author of ‘The Superyacht Alchemist’ and has served up spectacular feasts aboard many high-end superyachts, catering to UHNW individuals.
| Title | Name | Nation | Born | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain | Stefan Huebbe | German | 0 | English, German, Spanish |
| Crew | Chloe Salder | UK |
Chef
Mark Oosthuizen
Accomodation
Amenities
Electronics
General
Leisure
Open water certification is offered on a referral basis, providing the theory and medical (where applicable) have been completed and signed off beforehand.
Other Specs
Yoga
2 X E-foils
Yoga retreat
Ice bath
Fishing
2 x Pro Ocean Kayaks
1x 2-person Kayak
Floating island
Wakeboard
Waterskis (Adult & Children)
Highfield Tender
Games Onboard:
Water Olympics
Fish bingo
Scavenger hunt
Sip and paint
Murder mystery for up to 10 people
Chess
Backgammon
Fancy dress box
Scrabble
Cards
Poker with chips
Cranium
Scattagories
Boggle
Pictionary
Apples to apples
Joking hazard
Quiddler
Mapominoes
Puzzle
Uno
Table topics / conversation starters
Frisbee
Watercolor set and canvas
Bat and ball
Jenga
King’s Ransom features a main-deck, king-berth, master suite, and 4 queen berth guest suites. The midships starboard queen suite may be converted into two twin berths.
All the guest heads are electronically operated.
King’s Ransom is fully air-conditioned throughout and each guest suite has its own flat-screen smart TV.
WiFi available throughout King’s Ransom…
A Sampler from Mark’s Galley aboard KING’S RANSOM
Breakfast
Variety of sweet and savory pastries, fresh fruit platter, homemade granola & cereals, pancakes or muffins or banana bread
Eggs benedict (with truffle), pancetta or bacon Creamy scrambled eggs on ciabatta toast Avocado toast on wholewheat with poached eggs Croque madame with chef’s gravlax or crispy bacon Spanish eggs with crispy pancetta/chorizo
Lunch
Asian (chef’s specialty)
A delectable variety of fresh sushi & sashimi tataki, served with chef’s lobster miso, dim sum and seaweed & cucumber salad, Light tempura omakase
Mediterranean
Grilled yellowtail snapper, grilled shrimp skewers, Greek style lamb chops, Served with a tabbouleh, grilled vegetable salad, hummus & pita breads
Italian
Burnt orange & arugula flatbreads with shaved parmesan Grilled chicken caesar salad
Linguini scampi with white wine, butter, garlic & chilli sauce
Mexican
Taco Bar with carnita’s & grilled flank steak
Molcajete platter, savoury mexican rice with roasted peppers & grilled fresh seafood Street corn salad with cotija cheese & chilli
Pico de gallo, sour cream & jalapenos
Spanish
Patatas bravas, spicy tomato aioli
Gambas Al Ajilo (Tiger king shrimp grilled in Garlic olive oil) Paella a la plancha, chorizo, medley of seafood Pimientos de padrón, grilled peppers on a salad medley
Canapés
Perfectly seared scallops served on skewers with a zesty lime and ginger glaze
Grilled zucchini slices rolled with herbed cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, topped with fresh basil leaves
Savoury tartlets filled with a sweet and tangy mixture of caramelised onions and creamy goat cheese, topped with fresh parsley
Seared sirloin steak skewers – wagyu steak with caramelised onions
A delectable variety of crackers & toppings, including smoked salmon, mussels, oysters and baby squid on potato rosti
Main Entrees
Duck Confit with braised carrots, & baby new potatoes Frisee salad with walnuts & goat cheese
Slow braised Bordeaux lamb shanks served on puree de pommes & heirloom greens
Poussins rotis with light citrus & herb, haricots ratatouille, caramelized carrots & arugula salad
Blackened local grouper served with light summer mango salsa, orzo & sauteed zucchini
Oven roasted halibut, served with caper cream, baby new potatoes & grilled garlic heirloom green beans
Ribeye steak, truffle mash, charred broccolini and whole roasted garlic Finished with chef’s crispy red onions & roasted beet coulis
Desserts
Saffron poached pears, pearwood smoke & wildflower honey Mille feuille with crème anglaise
Basque cheesecake
Panna cotta of lemon
Chocolate ganache sphere
Coconut tart
Baklava roulade
Coconut raspberry sorbet
Chef’s specialty birthday / celebration cakes
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