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FELICIA Specifications
| LENGTH |
65ft (19.8m) |
BEAM |
34ft (10.4m) |
ENGINES |
2 x 140hp |
FLAG |
United Kingdom |
| DRAFT |
5ft 0in (1.5m) |
TYPE |
Sail yacht |
| YEAR BUILT |
1999 |
REFIT |
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SPEED
CRUISE/MAX |
5kts |
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| DESIGNER |
Privilege |
BUILDER |
Jeantot/Alliaura |
| STABILISERS |
None |
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CREW |
Captain Chris Bennett & Chef Julie Bennett + 1 |
FELICIA Accommodations
Sleeps 10 In 5 Cabins
FELICIA can accommodate 8 guests in 4 cabins.
The optional master centerline king guest cabin has a king size bed, shower and head.
The standard 3 guest cabins have a queen size bed, shower and head.
FELICIA is fully air conditioned through out.
Crew has a separate companionway, heads and shower.
For 9 & 10 pax, families only please, guests use four queens & port forepeak cabins
Please note that Felicia's rates are based on double occupancy. For single occupancy, please enquire.
Felicia's new, flag blue, hull color in 2012
Sparkling new paint for Felicia
FELICIA Crew Profile
Captain Chris Bennett was born in London, England where he received a degree in mechanical engineering. He has been sailing most of his life, starting in the local waters of the English Channel, and since 1992 has made his home on the waters of the Caribbean from the Virgin Islands to Grenada.
Prior to chartering, Chris was the district sales manager for an east coast engineering company. He loves sailing, teaching guests the basics of helmsmanship, and guiding guests on interesting snorkel trips. Chris also loves to find those out-of-the-way spots where his guests can explore quiet anchorages or hike a deserted beach.
For those interested in a bit of local color, Chris will gladly organize a trip to the William Thornton or Foxy's for a beach BBQ and a Jump-Up (party).
Chef / First Mate Julie Bennett was raised and educated a half a world away from Chris, in Kansas. Her degrees include a Bachelor's of Fine Arts and a Masters in Human Resources, which she put to use as a Director of Human Resources before beginning chartering in 1992.
Her culinary talents include the exotic (such as Caribbean & Indian specialties), Nouvelle Cuisine, as well as good old-fashioned heart-of-America dishes.
Julie can tailor your menu to include special dietary needs such as low-fat, vegetarian, or low-carb food plans. She enjoys ensuring people get what they need on their vacation, be it quiet time to unwind with a tropical cocktail in hand, listening to a great selection of music, fishing, snorkeling or a little bit of each.
FELICIA Testimonials
From guests during Winter Season, 2011 -
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Barefoot Pirates!
Chris & Julie,
Thanks for the trip of a lifetime. What beauty you have shown us. Your hospitality was the best ever, man...what a cook,
Ms. Julie. Sheila & John
Chris & Julie,
Thank you so much for a trip of a lifetime. You helped make our 10 year anniversary more than I could have ever dreamed. The food and drinks were "out of this world"! Motion sickness is a "thing of the past". I am sure the captain had a lot to do with it!! Thanks again for your friendship. We look forward to returning to Felicia soon...Many more happy sails.
Love ya! CC & Joey
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Bonjour St. Martin and St. Barths!
Julie and Chris-
Oh we are back to reality! It is amazing how much piles up while we are away, but as always it is good to be home- especially to give Ollie a hug when we come through the door. I know you know how sweet that can be.....
We had a fabulous time and are so glad to have experienced Felicia. It is so nice of you to send the recipes, which I know will bring us right back to the West Indies when I make them here at home.
Thank you, thank you and good luck with the remainder of your charters and hope that your time in France is productive and relaxing for both of you. The house looks amazing with all your hard work. Enjoy a glass- or two!- of Rose for us.
All the best,
Jim and Lauren
Julie & Chris,
We had a fantastic time with you guys and were so happy to see you and your new “wide girlâ€, she is beautiful! It was tough to leave the boat for our....last few days on St. Barths. Hope your final charters in the BVI’s go well!
Cheers,
Chuck & Nancy
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Girls Girls Girls!
Thanks so much Julie and Chris! We are going to get stuck into those Painkillers this summer!! Thanks for sending the DVD up to us! I can't wait to see it and Chelsea and Phoebe really want to show it to their class! Very cute!
We had an absolutely AMAZING time on Felicia. Thank you so much for everything! You guys are the best! Chelsea and Phoebe are BEGGING us to go back next year -- so we will have to see if we can make that happen.
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Anna (& Dean, Chelsea and Phoebe)
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Thanks so much Julie and Chris! We are going to get stuck into those Painkillers this summer!! Thanks for sending the DVD up to us! I can't wait to see it and Chelsea and Phoebe really want to show it to their class! Very cute!
We had an absolutely AMAZING time on Felicia. Thank you so much for everything! You guys are the best! Chelsea and Phoebe are BEGGING us to go back next year -- so we will have to see if we can make that happen.
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Anna (& Dean, Chelsea and Phoebe)
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Fun Filled Days
What a nice email! Our trip home was easy! I am still rocking a bit especially after taking the train to Washington D.C. today to see a friend. We had a great time in the BVIs and miss it already. Even with the short stay it was magical. Next time for sure we want to do 7 or 8 days so we can get out to Anegada and some remote little coves and such!
xxx
Amy
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Familia Columbia!
Dearest Chris & Julie:
Definitely this has been by far the best ever sailing experience Flavia & I have had in all senses: the crew unforgetable! The boat outstanding, the scenery just perfect, the sailing incomparable, the food marvelous and especially the care on Flavia's eating requirements was really appreciated for a whole spectacular trip where we made a new and very special friends which we hope to see again soon. Edgar-Flavia
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From the UK...
We can't put into words what an amazing time we have had. Fell in love with beauty and relaxed charm of BVI, but it was the knowledge of the skipper and the hospitality and charm (not to mention fantastic cuisine) of the "Galley Slaves" that made is such a special New Years experience.
We thought the week in the BVI on FELICIA exceeded all expectations. Chris was undoubtedly not only a skipper who knew how to master the yacht, but had an intimate knowledge of the islands and reefs. Julie was a great cook, utterly charming and all our children adored her and the 'mate' Kris.
All in all, a fantastic experience, the yacht and crew were brilliant!
Thank You!!!
Grahame & Remony, Josie, Bob, Alex, Henry "rum" Micklem (thank you for teaching me how to waterski!!,) Alex & Miranda, a.k.a. Scoopy
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High School Reunion!
Dear Julie and Chris,
Thanks so much for a wonderful vacation - it was the best ever and I smile every time I think of the wonderful week. I loved being on Felicia and will definitely do it again. You both made the experience unforgettable and were such great hosts.
I love some of the pictures you took and can't wait to see the others. I didn't take any but I know some of the other girls did.
I'll keep in touch. I'd rather be on Felicia than in Florida.
Susie
