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HYPNAUTIC Specifications

HYPNAUTIC Accommodations

Sleeps 6 In 3 Cabins

HYPNAUTIC can accommodate 6 guests in 3 cabins with a minimum age of 6.
The Master cabin has a queen size bed, shower and toilet.
2 Guest cabins have a queen size bed, bath/tub, shower and toilet.
HYPNAUTIC  is fully air conditioned through out.  The voltage onboard is 110 volts.  Smoking is allowed on deck.  HYPNAUTIC´s crew share companionway, heads and showers with guests. Guests are not allowed to bring pets onboard.

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Great deck space

Under full sail

Anchored off Peter Island

The huge starboard master suite

Guest head

Hypnautic

Hypnautic - Charging forward

360 degree view from Hypnautic's saloon

The port forward guest suite

The aft port guest suite

HYPNAUTIC Crew Profile

Leo Lynne

Capt. Leo was born and raised in New Jersey, and has been boating since the age of 15. He ‘‘grew up’’ in NYC, so when the University of Southern California presented him with a scholarship he traded cement for sand. With Catalina and Mexico so close, he enrolled in USC’s sailing and deepwater cruising program, and subsequently ended up teaching the courses. When his ‘‘real’’ degree was presented, he entered the world of finance and founded commercial lending offices in CA and NYC.  He purchased a 42’ monohull and enjoyed cruising along the California Coast and competed in the Newport to Ensenada Yacht race. Though he put some hardware on the mantel he realized cruising was more his speed. With the 90hr work weeks beginning to lose their luster, he spent some time traveling Europe and accepted an invitation to sail a 44’ Lagoon from France to the US. Truly enamored with the boat and the lifestyle,  he headed to his favorite playground - the Caribbean, and joined HYPNAUTIC as Captain.   Leo has been coming to the Caribbean for 25 years and has sailed the entire island chain to Venezuela. His experiences have been life changing. His knowledge of the area, coupled with his island friendships, results in a very welcome feel wherever he goes.  With stories from around the world and a love for entertaining, Leo has decided it was time to expand the ‘HYPNAUTIC experience’.

Education & Certification

United States Coast Guard, 100 Ton Master Captain with Sail and Tow Endorsements, since 2005

SeaSchool, STCW Certification, 2011

FirstAid/CPR,Personal Safety, Survival Techniques, Basic Fire Fighting

NAUI Certified

University of Southern California - Bachelors in Finance,

Emphasis: Deepwater Cruising,  Advanced Boat Handling,  Navigation,  Sailing Principles

The School of Sailing and Seamanship, Miscellaneous Coursework, 2004-2010

American Bartender’s School

Amy Emel

With her mother’s Italian influence, preparing enticing meals is a passion for Amy.   With the use of fresh, local ingredients and focus on detail, her meals often exceed the expectations of her guests.  She loves the water and has been blessed to have grown up in Southern California.  She also lived in the Chesapeake Bay area, the islands of the Azores and Florida’s Emerald Coast.  She has sailed the HYPNAUTIC from St. Thomas to the Grendidines.  The opportunity to combine both her passions of cooking and the water was enough for her to take a break from her career of nursing and share the islands with her guests.



Education & Certification

SeaSchool, STCW Certification, 2011

FirstAid/CPR,Personal Safety, Survival Techniques, Basic Fire Fighting



SCUBA Certified

American Heart Association Health Care Provider, 2011

Registered Nurse, State of Florida, current

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois

B.S. Health Care Management, 2008



Pensacola Junior College, Pensacola, Florida

Associate of Science, Nursing, 2002

HYPNAUTIC Menu

Breakfasts:
Breakfast Frittata
Stove top breakfast casserole
Creme Brulee French Toast
Ricotta Cheese and Orange Zest Pancakes
Continental Breakfast with yogurt your choice of cereal and blueberry Lemon Muffins
All breakfasts come with Fresh Fruit

Lunches:
Margarita Fish Tacos with a mango Salsa
Cheeseburgers in Paradise with homemade potato salad
Turkey Roll-Ups with Blueberry Salsa
Apple, Ham, and Camembert Cheese Panini's with Cranberry Sauce
Turkey, Prosciutto, and Provolone Cheese Panini's with Sauteed cherry tomatoes and mushrooms
Bok Choi Salad with Pan Seared Tuna

Apps:
Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Hummus
Lemon Feta Dill Tart under a lemony spinach salad
Spinach Cheese Wheels
Cream Cheese Pineapple Dip
Nutty Sweet Brie served with apples and rice crackers

Dinners:
Five Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Sauteed Butternut Squash and roasted red grapes
Lemon Pepper Chicken with Rosemary Zucchini, yellow squash, and cherry tomatoes
N.Y. Strip with Red wine shallot sauce served with roasted potatoes and Cawliflower Mash
Orange Marmalade Mahi Mahi with steamed brocolli and Rice Pilaf
Seasame Seed and soy sauce tuna with roasted peppers and portobello mushrooms with a asian cous cous

Deserts:
Poached Pears with a Raspberry Puree
Island Rum Cake
Bananas Flambe
Mango Creme Brulee
Baked Apples stuffed with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and dried fruit

HYPNAUTIC Testimonials

Name:  Paul 

Yacht:  HYPNAUTIC with Leo and Amy

Charter Dates:  March 17 - 23, 2012

Area Cruised:  Virgin Islands



We hope your charter lived up to your expectations.  We would love to know some of your impressions about your yachting vacation.  Please answer the following questions and add any comments you may have.



1.  Was the crew friendly and accommodating?

Absolutely- Could not have been better. We feel like we have two new family members.



2.  Was the yacht comfortable and clean?

Yes- Looked and smelled like new



3.  Was the yacht well ventilated?

Yes



4.  Was the food good and well presented?

Yes, Excellently prepared, plentiful and healthy



5.  Did you like the area you sailed?

Yes



6.  Could we have helped you further in any way?

Yes, a little more attention before the departure date, we didn't hear from you for about three monrhs until I called in January and everyone in the group should have received a copy of the "Cruising Guide to the Virgin Islands" since we all paid the same amount.



7.  May we post this review on our website?

Yes



8.  Additional comments on your charter?

Capt. Leo and Amy could not have been any nicer or gracious. From the moment we stepped on board they made us feel comfortable and at home. The food was excellent, the itinerary was perfect and by the end of the second day we felt that we were all family. We would recommend the Hypnautic to anyone that wants to go first class and have an enjoyable relaxing and renewing trip.WE will be back

We had the best vacation of our lives on HYPNAUTIC. What a beautiful vessel...comfortable and smooth. Leo and Amy did such a great job making sure we were safe, comfortable and had everything we wanted....making it a very relaxing vacation.  Once I even asked about dolphins and Leo jokingly spoke ''cue the dolphins'' into his invisible collar microphone and within 20 minutes they were literally doing flips out of the water right next to the boat!! That earned a new degree of respect for our Captain...  We were introduced to incredible new foods while aboard...Amy prepared some amazing local dishes and plated all of her creations with beautiful garnish. Each meal seemed to top the last. Eight days just wasn't enough! - November 13-20, 2011

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HYPNAUTIC was memorable from the moment we came aboard. Leo and Amy anticipate your every need. More gracious hosts cannot be found. Leo and his puzzles..Amy and her amazing food...including her sensitivity and extra preparation to accommodate a vegetarian in our group. A full moon party, great snorkeling, blue skies and clear water are just a few of the things we enjoyed experiencing. We look forward to our ''2nd time''!  - December 6-13,2011

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The food was simply incredible and the kindness, hospitality and care for our comfort and attention to every detail made it a holiday beyond compare. HYPNAUTIC was a dream. The boat was immaculate and well stocked. Leo and Amy are incredible hosts and new friends. Amy understood we are discerning diners. In regard to meal prep, we upped what in Olympic diving is called 'the degree of difficulty' with Elyse's gluten allergy. Amy earned Straight A's nonetheless. -December 18-26, 2011

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Leo and Amy gave us spectacular 7 nights and 8 days of heaven. Their competence and attention allowed us to completely relax, enjoy nature and bond as a family. The charter went beyond our expectations. Captain Leo and Chef Amy could not have been more accommodating...so pleasant, calm, funny and interesting. This was our first charter and I know it will not be our last given the joyous time we had. We will be back!  - December 27-January 3, 2012

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What an amazing experience. Leo and Amy are tremendous hosts - totally accommodating, generous and kind. They anticipated our wants/needs in a way that no other place/trip in our experience has. Leo is the best captain - knowledgeable about all local sites, and excellent sailor and all around fabulous guy. He put together a fantastic itinerary understanding exactly what we were looking for. Amy is a complete magician in the kitchen - how she manages to produce restaurant quality (in taste and presentation) in a galley that size is beyond us. Every day was a new adventure from snorkeling to water-skiiing to cock-tailing (a lot..thanks to Leo's tasty concoctions). Leo and Amy were like family at the end. WE look forward to staying in touch as they were sincerely great people who really cared that we had a wonderful time. The boat was spotless and very spacious.  January 7-14, 2012

HYPNAUTIC Specifications

HYPNAUTIC Features & Amenities

SPECIFICATIONS

FEATURES

DECK & SYSTEMS

DIVING

DIVING

Diving is $35/diver/dive, guests rent gear, pay for air fills, up to 6 dives during the week.