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Performance and elegance are the hallmarks of the stunning Bahia 46 ? this yacht has superior balance under sail, an expansive and well-protected cockpit, beautifully styled transom steps offering easy access to the water, and a spacious, clean deck lay-out that affords easy movement.
The incredibly spacious saloon includes a bar area that separates the galley. There are 3 queen-sized cabins with 3 ensuite guest heads. The crew quarters are completely separate.
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DIVING
Diving $30 per dive (includes tanks and weights)
BCD, regualtor $40 per dive, $120 max (limited rental equipment on board - otherwise local rental cost to be paid by guest)
IMAGINATION Crew Profile
Captain Shawn Dear
If the third time’s the charm, Shawn Dear has found his true calling as a charter captain.
Career number one, spanning 16 years, put his Honors Degree in Electronics Systems to good use. Now, maintaining IMAGINATION’s communications and navigation equipment keeps Shawn’s electronics skills up-to-date, while career number two as a UK policeman sharpened his people skills to deal with all situations that arise sailing the seven seas.
Captain Dear’s main areas of knowledge are St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada and the BVI’s. His sailing experience includes crewing on private monohull yachts and skippering a variety of multihulls for Tradewinds Cruise Club out of Bequia, St. Martin and the BVI’s. For 18 months he was the First Mate on the Tall Ship Royal Albatross based in Malaysia and Singapore. He has sailed the coast of Southern Africa from NW of Capetown, past the Cape of Good Hope and up to Durban and back - and done an Atlantic crossing from Antigua to Bermuda and on to the Azores.
Shawn is ‘a young-minded, sporty guy’ whose interests revolve around squash, martial arts, fishing, windsurfing, hiking and diving. He enjoys having kids on board who like being on the water and can swim. Describing himself as a very patient PADI MSDT Scuba Instructor, Shawn is fully comfortable taking 10 year olds diving. In his role of Activities Director he has stocked plenty of fishing gear onboard, plus an inflatable kayak, windsurfer, noodles, lots of beach games and scuba gear in an assortment of sizes. There are board games for the rare rainy day and as children first come aboard, they are given a notebook for drawing, painting and writing about their sailing adventures.
Captain Dear does his best to give IMAGINATION’s guests of every age the holiday of a lifetime – whether that will be an activity-filled cruise or lazy days to relax, chill out and recharge.
Chef Ally Cochrane, British
Ally started handling boats as a youngster messing about on sailing dinghies in the estuaries of England. Fast forward a few decades to find her island hopping in the West Indies, confidently handling all the duties of First Mate and Chef aboard IMAGINATION. To ensure her guests enjoy the best provisions and the highest quality local ingredients, Ally prepared, tweaked and re-tweaked dozens of recipes, creating menus to suit a variety of palates and dietary preferences. Her dishes are inspired by the cuisines of the southern United States, Italy and France - with "the occasional Caribbean twist."
With Shawn, Ally has logged thousands of miles on IMAGINATION sailing from St. Lucia to Grenada learning all the best spots to take charter guests. They both love hiking in the rugged beauty of the Windward Islands and discovering the wonders of the Caribbean underwater world. Ally, a PADI Qualified Open Water Diver, is continuing her SCUBA training with the aim of becoming a Divemaster.
Before running away to sea Ally was a Registered General Nurse at Poole Hospital Trust in England for 23 years.
IMAGINATION Specifications
IMAGINATION Testimonials
Good times on S/Y IMAGINATION
From the broker -
I just had a long chat with Mrs. __ about their wonderful holiday. It was a huge success! They loved the Grenadines and are already thinking about their next trip. They were very happy with the service onboard and loved the food and the fact that it was all according to their specifications. You made them feel at home and relaxed and you all got on really well.
The boat was perfect for them. Being used to momohulls, they appreciated the larger space and comfort of a catamaran, especially at anchor.
Thanks to you and Ally for looking so well after the them.
January 17 - 27, Martinique to Martinique
Setting the sails on the Caribbean Sea
It all started in the town of Bequia
In the best of hands with Capt. Shawn and First Mate Ally
So many amazing places, too many to tally.
A trip that was truly like no other
Two strangers who became a sister and brother
Rum punch in hand, but sure, I’ll have another
As Steve says, “You really did it this time, you mother.”
The rules are simple – always turn off your lights
Man overboard? You must never lose sight
Twenty pumps to the left, clear to the right
Two calls of four rings, Shawn will be there at night
We learned if you throw up
Do it through your respirator
Because if you do not
You will certainly die later
Sailing with Shawn and Ally
Is as fun as getting a Hummer
You could say it’s much like
Putting a ‘sugar scoop’ on my summer
Thanks for an incredible time!
Graham & Seth
July 2012
Thanks so much for a wonderful week of laughs, beautiful sites & beautiful views of different parts of the world. Y’all are a great couple with lots to offer.
Robert and Susie, Austin, Texas
July 2012
The experience I had while sailing on the IMAGINATION was the most overall positive experience I've ever had. The islands we visited were fantastic! Shawn and Ali were very gracious and accommodating in every way. They went the extra mile every time there was an opportunity. Shawn's sailing ability was excellent and he took us to all of the places that were recommended to me.
I've traveled the world extensively and my expectations were high. All of my expectations were exceeded. That really says it all.
Richards, July 2012
Best birthday week in a very long time! Thank you for your hospitality & unending answering of questions. If you are ever in the States – look me up.
Pam, Woodstock, GA
May, 2012
Mamma mia, there we go again! We all want to stay another week, but we really have to leave tomorrow.
This trip has been amazing. We did not know what to expect – taking our three kids sailing in the Caribbean. But you are very good hosts, for us and for the children. Ally, you are a great cook. You make delicious ‘roetjes.’
We take good memories home – the turtles, the stingrays, manta and even a real shark we saw!
We hope you can show this wonderful world to a lot of kids on your catamaran.
We wish you the best and hope to come back again for another trip. Maybe we’ll catch a fish . . . .
Hoping that the ‘Mamma Mia’ songs won’t stick too long in your mind!
Katleen, Eric, Bostiaan, Karlyn, Stefanie
April 2012
IMAGINATION Specifications
| LENGTH | 46ft (14.0m) | BEAM | 23ft (7.0m) | DRAFT | 4ft 5in (1.3m) |
| YEAR BUILT | 2001 | BUILDER | Fontaine-Pajot | DESIGNER | |
| GUESTS | 6 | CREW | Captain Shawn Dear & Chef Ally Cochrane | REFIT | 2011 |
| SPEED | 6kts / 10kts | STABILISERS | None | FLAG | United Kingdom |
| ENGINES | Yanmar |
IMAGINATION Accommodations
IMAGINATION accommodates 6 guests in 3 cabins.
The incredibly spacious saloon includes a bar area that separates the galley. There are 3 queen-sized cabins with 3 ensuite guest heads. The crew quarters are completely separate.
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