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Crew Profiles
| Title | Name | Nation | Born | Licenses | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain | Shane McClellan | US | 0 | English | |
| Crew | Lilia Pacheco |
Born and raised in Dallas, I moved to Colorado at the age of 20 to finish up my degree at the University of Colorado. After school I spent 18 years in Colorado and had a career as a financial auditor and a volunteer firefighter. In 2009 I realized my life-long dream of owning a boat and cruising the world. I cruised my boat along the Gulf and East Coasts of America for a year, the Bahamas for another year, and finally made it to the Virgin Islands.
By the time I arrived in the Virgin Islands I learned that entertaining guests aboard my vessel was my favorite part of the experience. Since then I have been a charter boat captain for 12 years and 170+ charters… and counting. I have run charters in the Virgin Islands, the Leeward & Windward Islands, the Greater Antilles, and Central America, becoming quite a staple in the Caribbean charter scene.
I have always had a love for cooking and during my long chartering career I have developed many highly received dishes. In fact, I have written a successful cookbook called “Cooking On The Guiding Light” that is filled with recipes I cook on charter and stories from my cruising life. My homemade bread become famous enough it has earned me the nickname “The Bread Captain”.
In addition to being a captain and chef, I love to teach sailing as an ASA instructor, taking people snorkeling to see what is under the sea, free diving, playing board games, sharing my passion for the history of the various areas I have visited, and basically anything else that makes my guests have the “vacation of their life!” You can say that I have set the standard for certain types of charters.
Lilia Pacheco
I grew up in Guadalajara, the 2nd largest city in Mexico, with 6 brothers and a sister. As a person who always has had a quest for knowledge, I obtained a master’s degree in Design & Development of New Products from the University of Guadalajara. I starting my career as a high school teacher, but realized how awful teenagers can be (haha). Over several years I transitioned to becoming a university professor of marketing, which is a position I held for 17 years.
I have three wonderful grown children. My oldest is 29 and became a social media influencer…after obtaining her medical degree! What a world we live in now!!! My second daughter is 22 and studying to become a lawyer, but has become quite the business woman in the meantime. My baby boy is 21 and studying to become an environmental urban planner through the architecture school.
My Voyage
My time on a boat only started once I met Shane, but I have enjoyed every minute of it since then. We have cruised the Greater Antilles and Central America since I have been aboard. My favorite places to visit were Cuba, the Honduras Bay Islands, and Panama’s San Blas Islands. I never knew how much I would enjoy interacting with guests and making sure everyone is happy while I am assisting Shane to show guests the joys of each new location. My favorite parts of a charter is leading a morning workout on the bow, fixing breakfast fruit bowls, and game nights.
Moving Forward
Since meeting Shane I have moved full forward into this new adventure by retiring from my professor position. During the offseason I have loved the amazing adventures we have taken. From Shane showing my my own country to traveling down the Amazon River on a local river boat.
Motto
Well behaved women rarely make history!
Captain
Shane McClellan
Chef/First Mate
Lilia Pacheco
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2024 | Inclusive | $22,000 | $22,500 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 |
| Winter 2024 to 2025 | Inclusive | $22,000 | $22,500 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 |
| Summer 2025 | Inclusive | $22,000 | $22,500 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 |
Additional Rate Information
Location Details
Summer Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Virgin Islands (US), Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Winter Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Virgin Islands (US), Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Born and raised in Dallas, I moved to Colorado at the age of 20 to finish up my degree at the University of Colorado. After school I spent 18 years in Colorado and had a career as a financial auditor and a volunteer firefighter. In 2009 I realized my life-long dream of owning a boat and cruising the world. I cruised my boat along the Gulf and East Coasts of America for a year, the Bahamas for another year, and finally made it to the Virgin Islands.
By the time I arrived in the Virgin Islands I learned that entertaining guests aboard my vessel was my favorite part of the experience. Since then I have been a charter boat captain for 12 years and 170+ charters… and counting. I have run charters in the Virgin Islands, the Leeward & Windward Islands, the Greater Antilles, and Central America, becoming quite a staple in the Caribbean charter scene.
I have always had a love for cooking and during my long chartering career I have developed many highly received dishes. In fact, I have written a successful cookbook called “Cooking On The Guiding Light” that is filled with recipes I cook on charter and stories from my cruising life. My homemade bread become famous enough it has earned me the nickname “The Bread Captain”.
In addition to being a captain and chef, I love to teach sailing as an ASA instructor, taking people snorkeling to see what is under the sea, free diving, playing board games, sharing my passion for the history of the various areas I have visited, and basically anything else that makes my guests have the “vacation of their life!” You can say that I have set the standard for certain types of charters.
Lilia Pacheco
I grew up in Guadalajara, the 2nd largest city in Mexico, with 6 brothers and a sister. As a person who always has had a quest for knowledge, I obtained a master’s degree in Design & Development of New Products from the University of Guadalajara. I starting my career as a high school teacher, but realized how awful teenagers can be (haha). Over several years I transitioned to becoming a university professor of marketing, which is a position I held for 17 years.
I have three wonderful grown children. My oldest is 29 and became a social media influencer…after obtaining her medical degree! What a world we live in now!!! My second daughter is 22 and studying to become a lawyer, but has become quite the business woman in the meantime. My baby boy is 21 and studying to become an environmental urban planner through the architecture school.
My Voyage
My time on a boat only started once I met Shane, but I have enjoyed every minute of it since then. We have cruised the Greater Antilles and Central America since I have been aboard. My favorite places to visit were Cuba, the Honduras Bay Islands, and Panama’s San Blas Islands. I never knew how much I would enjoy interacting with guests and making sure everyone is happy while I am assisting Shane to show guests the joys of each new location. My favorite parts of a charter is leading a morning workout on the bow, fixing breakfast fruit bowls, and game nights.
Moving Forward
Since meeting Shane I have moved full forward into this new adventure by retiring from my professor position. During the offseason I have loved the amazing adventures we have taken. From Shane showing my my own country to traveling down the Amazon River on a local river boat.
Motto
Well behaved women rarely make history!
| Title | Name | Nation | Born | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain | Shane McClellan | US | 0 | English |
| Crew | Lilia Pacheco |
Captain
Shane McClellan
Chef/First Mate
Lilia Pacheco
Accomodation
Amenities
Electronics
General
Leisure
Other Specs
1 master owners suite, 2 queen cabins
Day 1
Breakfast: Omelets with fruit bowl
Lunch: Tuna ceviche with mango
Dinner: Caribbean meatballs
Day 2
Breakfast: Fruit bowl with yogurt, granola and honey
Lunch: Quesadillas with homemade guacamole
Dinner: Chicken spinach Florentine crepes
Day 3
Breakfast: Avocado and egg toast
Lunch: Chicken breast salad
Dinner: Pork chops with a papaya salsa
Day 4
Breakfast: Banana pancake with a raspberry sauce
Lunch: Club sandwiches
Dinner: Seared tuna w/ carrot & ginger topping
Day 5
Breakfast: Mexican-style muffins with pico de gallo
Lunch: Vegetarian ceviche
Dinner: Lemon pepper flank steak stuffed w/ spinach & cheese
Day 6
Breakfast: French toast
Lunch: Chicken stuffed avocados
Dinner: Sage & ham wrapped fish
Day 7
Breakfast: Waffles with fruit toppings
Lunch: Bread, fruit, cheese salad
Dinner: Lemon asparagus chicken
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Sample Menu Items
Breakfast
Avocado and egg toast
Mexican-style muffins with pico de gallo
Banana pancake with a raspberry sauce
Lunch
Tuna ceviche with mango
Quesadillas with homemade guacamole
Chicken stuffed avocados
Dinner
Appetizers
Coconut lime chicken soup
Caribbean lettuce wraps
Pesto salad
Main course
Seared tuna w/ carrot & ginger topping
Caribbean meatballs
Mango pasta w/ sweet chili shrimp
Dessert
White chocolate & cranberry tart
Key lime mousse
Mojito cake
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