Sail Away is a 2014 Lagoon 620 in pristine condition having just undergone additional refurbishment and upgrades. She is one of the few charter catamarans that can take 10 guests in 5 double cabins with queen beds and en suite bathrooms with seperate showers. She is beautifully equipped with luxurious furnishings and extensive electronics and is the ideal boat for families or groups that want a luxurious, comfortable and fast catamaran.
With respect to water sports, her tenderlift is an ideal sunbathing plateform while its 17" and 90 HP tender is perfect for waterskiing, wakeboarding and kneebording. Besides snorkeling gear, fishing rods with stand, she is also equipped with a flybridge with a cocktail table, cushions, mattresses and a bimini. For Sail Away's scuba diving guests, rendezvous diving can easily be arranged.
Sail Away is available for charter throughout the year. She is based in the British and US Virgin Islands from November through May and in the Grenadines (based in Grenada) June though October. Special arrangements have been made with the exquisite Scrub Island resort in the BVI to allow stress free pick up and drop off of charter guests, minutes from the Tortola airport at Beef Island, where they will be greeted and shuttled to Scrub Island by private launch and pampered as VIP guests with preferential care and exclusive discounts for any stay before and/or after charter.
She has a wonderful crew of 3 who will exceed all your expectations including a renowned chef who will amaze you with her culinary skills and carefully adapt the menu to any dietary restrictions.
Crew Profile
Captain: Peter Leube / Leon Venter Two Crews
Two Crews share the helm of SAIL AWAY
Capt. Peter Leube and Purser Colleen Leube - Your Autumn and Winter crew on SAIL AWAY
Peter has followed varied and exciting professions ranging from salvage diving on the African Coast to cattle and game farming in Zimbabwe. For the past 4 years he has been involved with the BVI Charter industry where he has earned the reputation of being a very popular and friendly Charter Captain. He has extensive sailing experience together with 6 Ocean crossings and more than 100,000 sea miles and holds a RYA Yacht Master Ocean Certificate. Your safety will be in good hands. Peter is also a Scuba PADI diving Instructor and takes pleasure in showing his guests the fabulous dive sites that he has found in the Caribbean. He is the perfect charter Captain to take you on your next unique and unforgettable vacation!
Colleen was born in Rhodesia and has traveled and lived throughout Africa, Europe and even Las Vegas! Before marrying Peter, she worked in the travel, airline, hotel, restaurant, tourism and car hire industries. Her motto that "strangers are just friends we have not met" demonstrates her likable and outgoing personality. From an early age, she took a keen interest in cooking and her experience in restaurants and on successful charter yachts has refined her inventive gourmet talents. She has also trained at the Chez Gourmet School of Cooking which adds to her abilities as a warm and welcoming host.
Chef: Lisa Mead (45)
Originally from Queensland, Australia, chef Lisa Mead has spent the past 25 years cooking between Australia, the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. She has created epicurean delights for all walks of life including royalty, heads of state and celebrities on board luxury yachts, in 5 star villas and restaurants. In addition to her time spent living in South East Asia, where she gained valuable experience with the local cuisine, if asked Lisa would describe her cooking as global, pulling from different cultures, using only the freshest of ingredients.
Currently Lisa is being filmed in her own cooking show as chef and host of a series titled: "Galley Gourmet With Chef Lisa".
Spring/Summer Captain & Purser: Leon and Wendy Venter
Leon & Wendy Venter are South African. Both are outgoing and have a love for sailing and water sports, deciding to leave their corporate and business world behind in South Africa to pursue their love for the outdoors in the stunning Caribbean.
Leon had his own engineering business for 30 years +, doing on-site machining for the sugar, petroleum, paper and marine industries throughout Africa.
Wendy was involved in the corporate world of Mercedes Benz for several years and with the Barlows Group previously. Her love for the outdoors, sailing since a young girl with her family in Zimbabwe and then South Africa, as well as her love for diving, made their decision to re- locate to the Caribbean an easy one.
Wendy & Leon have sailed extensively up the East African coastline on their own catamaran. Leon has his Master of Yachts Offshore Captain’s license and has been in the charter industry in the Caribbean since 2011, working from St. Vincent and the Grenadines to St. Martin and then the British Virgin Islands.
Leon & Wendy look forward to having you on board the luxurious Sail Away, to pampering you and tempting your taste buds with the delights Wendy brings from the galley, indulging you in your favourite water sport, whether it be diving and re-living the history of the Virgin Islands, snorkeling with the abundance of sea life, testing your skills at paddleboarding, kayaking and exploring the coastline or just simply relaxing on the trampolines, soaking in the sun.
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Menu
A sampler from Chef Lisa's Galley
B R E A K F A S T
Thick cut grilled sour dough toast, topped with middle rasher bacon, smashed avocado, poached egg and sprinkled with fetaBreakfast Burrito filled with scrambled cheesy eggs and bacon crumble, served with home-made salsa and plain greek yoghurt
Buckwheat pancakes filled with smashed banana and toasted pecan nuts, served with a choice of dark chocolate sauce or kailua infused maple syrup and a side of breakfast sausage or bacon
Breakfast Pizza - A traditional Italian pizza crust topped with buffalo mozzarella , egg over easy, caramelised onion and crispy prosuitto.
Fluffy Omelette with your choice of filling with a side of grilled seasoned vine ripened tomatoes.
Frittata filled with roasted potatoes, black forest ham, gruyere cheese and baby spinach, with a side of mixed sautéed mushrooms.
Thick sliced Brioche French toast stuffed with Apple strudel
L U N C H
Bang Bang Vietnamese Noodle Salad, tossed with Jumbo prawns, dried shallots, crushed dry roasted peanuts, bean shoots and fresh torn mint with a light lime, ginger, rice- wine vinegar dressing. (dessert - Mango sorbet)Fillet of Blackened Mahi Mahi on a bed of roasted garlic and sweet potato risotto with a Summer salad topped with beetroot chips.
Made to order traditional Italian thin crust pizzas served with a green salad and poppy seed dressing, (dessert - mini citrus tart)
A medley of pork, chicken and beef satays (marinated meat kebabs), served with mildly spiced coconut, peanut sauce, with a sticky rice and Gado Gado Salad served on a banana leaf. (dessert - mini chocolate chip cookie cake)Grilled Wild salmon on a bed of lentils,brown rice, shredded carrot and roasted garlic with and orange, manuka honey miso dressing served with a garden salad. (a slice of lamington cake)
Middle Eastern dishes - (a selection of mint and cumin lamb balls, falafel , tabhuli, tkziki dip, humus and oven warmed pita bread. (raspberry sorbet for dessert)
Gourmet Steak Sandwich with grilled wagu beef, served in a brioche bun with Red onion jam, Gorgonzola, arugula, and a side of apple slaw. (dessert - warm gooey brownies with vanilla bean ice- cream)
D I N N E R
STARTERS
Shot glass with chilled watermelon and basil soup.
Thai Green mango salad
Mini Goat savoury cheesecake topped with red onion jam
Pumpkin Soup with cracked pepper and infused with vodka
Ensalata Caprese Salad
Tiered Asian pear with crumbled Stilton cheese and drizzled with a lemony honey dressing.
Pan seared in brown butter, sea scallops served in a petite Chinese spoon with a mirin, sushi vinegar dressing
ENTREES
New Zealand herb crusted rack of lamb, resting on a bed of pearlised cous cous with spring vegetables and a drizzle of tamarind balsamic reduction.
Beef Rendung - ( Slow cooked Balinese dry curry), served with ginger, coconut infused basmati rice and a side of Asian salsa
Linguini zucchini with pistachio pesto Jumbo prawns topped with a Parmesan lace wafer
Pan seared Ahi Tuna encrusted with Japanese seasoning and sesame seeds, on a bed of soba noodles tossed in a wasabi Japanese mayo so sauce, with a garnish of Wakame seaweed salad
Porchini dry encrusted fillet mignon on a bed of roasted garlic mashed potatoes with a confetti of oven roasted grape tomatoes,leeks and shitake mushrooms, with a drizzle of Port wine reduction sauce
Grilled Caribbean lobster on a bed of traditional peas and rice with a pineapple relish, and plantain crisp garnish
Herb crusted pork tenderloin, stuffed with fresh herbs,onion and garlic, on a bed of potato galette stacks with a rosemary mango glaze and pan seared baby bok choy
D E S S E R T
Dark chocolate warm flour less chocolate cake with a raspberry coule
Sticky croissant pudding with dolce leche ice cream
Filo flower filled with Chantilly cream and Summer berries with a soft toffee swirl
Apple and rhubarb crumble with creme AnglaiseMini New York cheese cake topped with passionfruit glaze and persian cotton candyCaramelised banana spring rolls with Nougat ice cream.Mini tirimasu
Testimonials
The Dunnings, a mid-March charter aboard catamaran SAIL AWAY, wrote:
Mike and Lizzy, Thank you for a perfect week! You are both so much fun. We loved getting to know you. We hope to see you again X Angela
Mike and Lizzy, Thank you for the most wonderful trip we could imagine. Your hospitality and friendly attitude were most appreciated. We feel we have made friends for a lifetime. Mark
Mike, Lizzy & Lisa – Thank you for such a fun week in paradise! I truly enjoyed your company and you delicious food. I don’t think this trip can be topped! Sally
Mike, Lizzy & Lisa, What a way to spend my last ever Spring Break! I couldn’t have imagined a better week. You guys made everything perfect! I’m so happy to have met ya’ll. I wish you guys all the best! Syd
Mike, Lizzy & Lisa, This trip was truly the most wonderful time I have ever had! The food was spectacular and the company of ya’ll being here even better! I do hope I get to see you all again one day and I wish you all the best! Dooley
Mike & Lizzy, Thank you for an amazing week full of fun and wonderful memories. You were both so sweet! Nicole
Mike & Lizzy, Fun with the state the world is in, you guys made sure that paradise stayed as is. I can't put into words how much I’ve enjoyed myself so I will just leave you guys with a thanks and a 😊 Ward
Late January, 2020 guests on SAIL AWAY wrote:
Mike, Lizzy and Lisa, We can’t thank you enough for your hospitality and willingness to go along with all the family pranks! Thank you for not just doing your job but making us feel so welcomed. Remember to always live the life you love and love the life you live!
Hugs and kisses
Steve and Monica
THANK YOU! Heaven on earth, treated as royalty, fed like a queen & king, most delicious food and crew who made us experience honestly the trip of a lifetime.
Lisa and Bill
You know you’re an exceptional captain, first mate and chef when your passengers feel like you were part of their family…and I feel like I’ve known you for a long time! You guys are the BOMB! I’ve never felt so pampered. Miss you already!
Cheers. Jan
New Years week 2019-2020 guests aboard SAIL AWAY said:
Such an amazing trip! Mostly because of Mike, Lizzy & Lisa. Thank you so much. Can’t wait to do it again! Mike Head Charterer.
I can’t express how amazing this week has been – the sailing, the food, the fun, the laughter. Thank you, thank you!! See you next time! Kristie Head Charterer
Coolest trip ever!!! Y’all ROCK – thx for the food and the sailing 😊 XX Isabelle
Best Trip Ever!! What would it take for me to stay?! The food was soooo good! Thank you so much. Henry
The most amazing trip EVER!! I had the greatest time of my life! Thank you so much. Eloise
This was by far the best trip ever! I’ve enjoyed getting to know the crew. George
Thanksgiving week, late November, 2019 4-time repeat guests aboard Sail Away wrote:
Like Jerry said – one of the best out of 15 or 20 trips. Thanks. - Karl
Fabulous week! I believe in salt water soaks and sunshine! Thank you for the beautiful memories. - Dan & Sharon
There’s no words to describe how very wonderful this trip was – as the Captain said “Randy grew younger this week!” We are family now! - Melissa & Randy
Great time! So beautiful! Thanks for the great party – best party ever! Don’t want to go home! - Val & Jerry
I had a blast! Thanks for everything. - Frank
Awesome time! Don’t want to leave. - Brandon
Mid November, 2019 charter guests wrote:
Incredible experience. Crew was exceptional! - Tomas
Best trip ever – you all are wonderful. - Elizabeth
So much fun! Love you guys. Thank you for the great memories. - Janice
Dear Sail Away and Crew,
Thank you for a remarkable and amazing experience!
Lots of love - Jenny
Thank you so much for the wonderful vacation! - Luisi
Thank you so much for all the attention and amazing places you took us. Best vacation! Love - Gigi
I didn’t realise the impact this experience had on me until departure where the emotions were overwhelming. Trip of a lifetime! - Renee
Late June, 2019, guests aboard SAIL AWAY wrote:
Everyone was so nice – I would not change a thing!!! Really enjoyed our trip and HOPE to do it again. Best crew and chef!!! Our friends were so happy with the trip!!!
What the guests said... Charter guests aboard catamaran SAIL AWAY wrote of their Easter week charter:
Early July, 2017, guests on catamaran SAIL AWAY said:
Just returned home from a fabulous family 7 day vacation aboard Vacoa. Our family consisted of 9 people ages 13, 14, 17, 18, 25, 27, 50, 59. Fun for everyone from the water activities, destinations, cocktails and the food, we could not have been happier! Captain Jason, Steward Lucy and Chef Louis, treated all of us with professionalism and enthusiasm. Every request was greeted with a smile. We can't wait to book our next trip aboard Vacoa! Thanks again for an incredible time!
Jennifer A. - Atlanta
Had a great time on board Sail Away. The crew was wonderful and the boat was a dream. From the great food and music to the beautiful waters and water sports, my trip with Sail Away was incredible. I would highly recommend this boat to anyone looking to enjoy sailing the beautiful waters of the Virgin Islands.
Charles S. - San Francisco
Just got back from being on this boat for a week! It was so much fun. The staff is extremely professional and courteous. If you've never been to the BVI's I highly recommend chartering this catamaran.
Meredith A. - Jacksonville Beach
Mid-June reviews for catamaran SAIL AWAY -
It was our first cruise with friends at the BVI, April 2017. We had an excellent holiday at Sail Away. His crew was fantastic, Jason the captain always open to give us destination suggestions and access our requirements, we did many fun activities with the dinghy, Angie, the best, an exceptional chef delights us day by day with exquisite preparations and the best ever always with a big smile, Lucy was a wonderful hostess kept us at all times solving any issue we requested, with the best encouragement and always cheerful. We had an amazing time at Sail Away and would love to go back.
Rosario B. - Santiago, Chile
Sail Away with our Chilean Flag. What an honor!
May / June guests on Sail Away said:
This is the second time that we vacationed on Sail Away with friends and we had another fabulous week with great weather in the BVI! The crew kept us busy with multiple destinations and activities daily; we loved Oil Nut Bay, Scrub Island, Bitter End and the remote bays where everyone had a blast with multiple water activities! Captain Jason did an unbelievable job keeping us very active while Chef Will was back in the kitchen preparing fantastic breakfasts, lunches, snacks and dinners! Lucy, the second mate, was a joy to be with, she made delicious tropical drinks, cleaned up after us and kept us entertained! A great time was had by all!
Wendy M. - Marco Island
Charter 02th to 09th of July, 2016, Tortola-Tortola:
Message for the broker : I have no words (which everyone will tell youis unusual for me J)! The guests had a fabulous time on SAIL AWAY. The comments keep coming.
“The crew was amazing and Christine was just incredible. We ate likekings all week. Claire and Xavier were so nice and wonderful. Thevacation was amazing! We loved every minute of it....the best vacation ever”.
“It was incredible! I’m readyto look for next year. Call me!”
January, 2017 guests aboard catamaran SAIL AWAY said
We chartered Sail Away in the BVI in January of 2017 and enjoyed every minute of it. The boat is a 620 Lagoon (our second trip on the same model) and I would not charter in the BVI on any other model of boat. The fact that the top deck can accommodate all 10 guests beats any other boat in its class.
The boat is in great condition and the salon and state rooms are well appointed.
Jason and Team did a wonderful job and the food blew away our expectations (which were high from our previous trip on another boat). I'd recommend getting off the boat for cocktails here and there but eating on board as none of the island restaurants can match the quality and presentation of the food.
They had plenty of sports equipment on board -- everything from water skis to wakeboard, to kayaks, to paddle boards, etc.... Full service boat with fantastic crew -- perfect match.
The boat is in great condition and the salon and state rooms are well appointed.
Jason and Team did a wonderful job and the food blew away our expectations (which were high from our previous trip on another boat). I'd recommend getting off the boat for cocktails here and there but eating on board as none of the island restaurants can match the quality and presentation of the food.
They had plenty of sports equipment on board -- everything from water skis to wakeboard, to kayaks, to paddle boards, etc.... Full service boat with fantastic crew -- perfect match.
Charles G. - Dallas
Charter 15th to 22th of June, 2016, Tortola-Tortola:
Comment from the broker:
I just wanted to send you an email and tell you how proud I am of Xavier and his crew on SAIL AWAY! He is such a pleasure to work with. My clients had the best trip ever on board with them.
Thank you for all your assistance!
Charter 17th to 24th of April, 2016, Tortola-Tortola:
This charter was by far the best I have been on to date...maybe it was the yacht? Maybe it was the crew? Both were amazing and better than expected. The yacht's condition was impeccable, the accommodations definitely met with our expectations, perhaps even better. We did not fully appreciate the upper deck of the yacht; I think we hung out there most of the time. We also did not realize we had a fourth crew member which was terrific! The crew was phenomenal. Xavier and Claire were so professional and accommodating to all of your wishes. Christine our chef was 5 star!! Every meal was delicious and special - what she was able to accomplish with such limited provisions was truly amazing. The final dinner our last night was a special treat - surprise Pirate Party!! Maxim was our 4th crew member and such a delight. He really took care of all of us...day or night!! The week went by so fast even though it was 7 days on a boat...we went to every location we wanted plus some. Xavier knew exactly when the best times would be for snorkeling, seeing turtles, exploring the Baths (when all of the people had left); he even knew how to keep us out of the stormy weather! We enjoyed hiking on the islands, tennis at two resorts, sailing at Bitter End and spa treatments on shore. They really did an amazing job keeping all of us happy.
Charter 19th to 26th of March 2016, Saint-Martin - Saint-Martin:
I just want to thank you for your advice and organization of my charter on board SAIL AWAY during our Easter break.We had a fantastic tour on board a great boat, run by a very professional, knowledgeable and service minded crew. My family and I enjoyed every minute and we will certainly come back in not too distant future. I can easily recommend this boat with existing crew to anyone that want to have a time of their life experience. Thank you
Charter 24th to 31h of January 2016, Tortola-Tortola:
Just a quick check in after a most delightful week on the water with great friends and a fantastic crew! The chef Christine was also ‘over the top’ on professional skills and food quality/presentation, and always pleasant and open to teaching us about her dishes and how they were prepared. As a business owner myself, I know it is important to get prompt and direct feedback and consider this a ‘100+’ score, simply blew us away! It goes without saying that the captain and crew had our comfort and hospitality in mind 24/7; and clearly a ‘crack’ sailing team.
Charter 08th to 18th of December 2015, St Vincent-Grenada:
Well done! SAIL AWAY and crew were perfect for our team of six non-adventurers. I have already recommended them to other friends. I know we will be in touch again next year.
Charter 25th November -02nd of December 2015: Tortola-Tortola:
Feed back from broker:
"My clients had a wonderful time aboard SAIL AWAY. Thank you very much to you and your excellent crew for an excellent charter!"
Charter 9th-16th May 2015 - St Marteen-St Barth:
Estimado Xavier,
Te envío como recuerdo dos fotos del grupo de navegantes argentinos, de la semana del 9-5 al 16-5-15. Hemos pasado una semana muy linda y nos hemos sentido muy satisfechos por las atenciones de toda la tripulación.
Un cordial saludo para los tres y espero nos podamos volver a re-encontrar.
Cordialmente.
Charter 19th-26th April 2015 - St Marteen:
Feedback from the broker :
« I finally got ahold of M. XXX to get a report on their sailing vacation in St Martin with Xavier and Clare and Christine on SAIL AWAY and he has only superlatives for the boat, crew and experience. He was ecstatic about the food, the service, Xavier’s energy and flexibility with doing water sports with the kids, playing DJ and helping guide the itinerary choices.
They said they wouldcharter that boat again with that crew. »
Charter 05th -13th April 2015 - Tortola
« Our charter has been sensational! Xavier is very skilled and knowledgeable, first mate Claire has been wonderful, and chef Manuela extraordinary, fabulous cuisine.
All of the crew work well together. Susan and I speak French with them, some Italian with Manuela, but they are all fluent in English. They have been particularly patient and helpful with the grandchildren.
The boat itself is super, but the setup of the bathrooms could be better, which has nothing to do with the crew, of course.
I am glad that we held out for SAIL AWAY ».
