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Former ANTM winner Whitney Thompson Forrester was a charter guest on Below Deck Sailing Yacht

Did you recognize a familiar face on the last episode of Below Deck Sailing Yacht? The primary charter guest was Whitney Thompson Forrester.

She was the winner of America’s Next Top Model season 10. She was the first plus-size model to win the reality show competition.

Several of Whitney’s friends accompanied her on the trip. They also had different food preferences. This made the charter difficult for Adam.

Chef Adam complains several times about Whitney’s vegan preferences

He complained several times about their preferences.

In the episode, he said , “Honestly, I’d be really bummed out if I were a guest on a boat, and the primary was a vegan. So tonight for dinner, four of my guests will get a juicy, buttery, steak. And everyone else can enjoy their fungus.”

He also admitted in a confessional, “If I have a specialty, it’s cooking meat. Vegan food is easily my least comfortable cuisine. You put bacon in it; it’s gonna taste great.”

Whitney promoted the episode and joked about Adam’s dislike of vegans. She shared a photo on Instagram, inviting fans to watch the episode.

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Whitney Thompson Forrester (@whitneyantm)

She wrote, “Watch me on Below Deck tomorrow night! I had all my favorite Nashville peeps, & we did not make the crew’s life easy! Chef Adam is already complaining about me being vegan. Tune in tomorrow night for all of the drama!”

Whitney shared several photos from her time on Below Deck Sailing Yacht. Longtime fans of ANTM were excited and recognized her on the show.

In one photo, second stew Madison Stalker commented: “I love you.” It seems she was a fan of ANTM as well!

One of Whitney’s friends also makes a comment related to ANTM in the episode of Below Deck Sailing Yacht. She calls Whitney, “America’s Next Top Siren,” while wearing the toga.

Despite some issues with the food, Whitney and her friends reportedly had a blast. They engaged in a toga party, spent lots of time in the hot tub, and tried paddleboarding.

Off-camera, Whitney and her husband own a restaurant in Tennessee

Whitney lives in Nashville, Tennesee. She is married to Ian Forrester, and they have a baby son named Winston Atticus. Whitney and her husband own the restaurant The Copper Vault. It is located in Springfield, Tennessee.

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‘Below Deck’ Charter Guests Break Silence On Low Tip Controversy

The charter guests of Below Deck Sailing Yacht are speaking out about that low tip. In the Monday, March 14, episode, the notorious charter guests only tipped $6,500, which is the lowest in the show’s history. The charter guests are already making history for all the wrong reasons. Fans called them the worst charter guests in Below Deck history.

Erica Rose returned with her mom, Cindi Rae Rose, and her husband, Charles Sanders. Chief stew Daisy Kelliher was not excited about her returning, and the two have been in a war of words ever since. In fact, the charter guests haven’t stopped talking about their time on the yacht.

Erica Rose explains the reason for the low tip

Erica made an appearance on the Another Below Deck podcast . She explained that her fellow guests refused to contribute to their tip. The group knew they were responsible for the tip. While they were aware of the rules, they didn’t want to tip the hard-working crew members.

“The whole group is responsible for tipping. We had to pick up the slack for everyone else because no one else tipped.”

As Below Deck Sailing Yacht fans know, the crew busted their behinds to make the charter guests happy. In a previous episode, Erica’s husband Charles received backlash for calling the food “disgusting” and that he had better at a “ballpark.” He claims that producers told him to call out Chef Marco Spaziani’s food.

The couple said that all of the guests had to contribute to the tip. If that were the case, that would’ve brought the tip to $25,000. She claims they had a serious conversation about the tip before leaving the boat. Yet, her former friends have a different story as well as the proof.

Below Deck Sailing Yacht Season 3 crew got the worst tip in history

Both Erica and Charles got called out for their lies. Per Monsters & Critics , fellow charter guests Rhett and Janelle Flatt said they have proof of a conversation she had with Erica. Janelle took to her Instagram account to share screenshots of their text message exchange. She claims that Erica lied about the tip.

In the text message exchange, Janelle asked Erica how much they should tip the crew. Erica responded, “Our price includes tip! We can bring cash and tip extra if we want. I over tipped last time. I think prices is ($) 5000/ per person including tip!! Not per couple. [SIC].”

Erica also seemingly wrote, “So it’s like ($) 3,000 per person, the $900 required tip and then ($)1,100 airfare is how it comes out to $5,000.”

Rhett became the hero of the show when he called out Charles for slamming the food. In another scene at their beach lunch, Charles called Janelle a “b***,” Rhett approached him and threatened to punch him out. Many Below Deck Sailing Yacht fans praised him for it. Janelle had more to say on Instagram and said they were never friends of Erica and Charles.

Janelle is a hairstylist and Erica was one of her clients. Erica invited her to the yacht trip, and of course, she wanted to go. But the moment they left the yacht, she fired Erica. The two are no longer speaking.

What are your thoughts on the tip? Do you agree that it’s the worst in the show’s history? Sound off below in the comment section. Below Deck Sailing Yacht Season 3 airs Mondays at 8 p.m. ET, on Bravo.

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Haha, sure. You understand that no one believes your made up story.

Not just the worst guests, Charles, Erica, and Cindi are horrible humans. However, producers do pull people aside and give directions for story line. Charles may be telling the truth about that one thing, especially since he praised the dinner at first. Best dinner he ever had, apparently. I wish producers would stop. It doesn’t have to be drama all the time!!!

The most classless was LaQuisah from episode 13 season 10. She requested gold steak. She was a pain in the a– 7 a HUGE glutton. You can tell that she eats at Popeyes, and Red Lobster, and would take all the shrimp even if she didn’t eat it.

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All Below Deck Sailing Yacht Season 1 Tip Money & Charter Guests

Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 1 didn’t get the best response from Bravo viewers. The drama between Chef Adam Glick and Chief Stewardess Jenna MacGillivray annoyed viewers. Deckhand Parker McCown’s immaturity and laziness were grating for most of the season. And fans didn’t even get the satisfaction of seeing Captain Glenn Shephard firing him because he decided to quit. Second stewardess Madison Stalker and third stewardess Georgia Grobler fights with Jenna were largely boring. Meanwhile, the love triangle of Georgia, Paget Berry, and Ciara Duggan didn’t result in a real conflict or resolution. Although the season was mostly disappointing, the crew made some good tips from charter guests . Let’s take a look back at all Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 1 tip money from all the charters.

All Below Deck Sailing Yacht Season 1 Tips & Charter Guests

Engaged Charter Guests Alessia Caprio and Guy Somers argued before they were supposed to get married (Bravo).

The first group included Primary Charter Guests Alan and Jennifer Ward from New Orleans, Louisiana. Alan is a retired high-level software engineer at Apple before he retired, close friends, Italian model Alessia Caprio and Guy Somers who owns a beach club in Indonesia. Alan and Jennifer’s daughter Emily Ward and friend Peyton also attended the charter.

Co-Primary Charter Guests Alan and Jennifer Ward (Bravo).

Stunning model Alessia Caprio on BDSY season 1 (Bravo).

Guy and Alessia were supposed to get married the day before chartering sailing superyacht Parsifal III . However, their plans fell through and the two arrived a few hours late for the charter. The two, clearly heavily intoxicated early on the trip, decided they wanted Captain Glenn to officiate their wedding while on charter. However, things didn’t go to plan, and the two openly argued in front of the yachties. They ended up calling off the wedding, thankfully. However, the two appeared to have had a baby together and married since the show, based on Instagram posts.

After all the drama, the group gave one of the biggest BDSY season 1 tips of $20,000 or $2,222 per cast member.

Primary Charter Guest Whitney Lee Thompson Forrester (Instagram).

The second Primary Charter Guest Whitney Thompson Forrester — from Nashville, Tennessee — took her tightknit group of successful girlfriends and her “BFF” Jeremy Parrish. Her friend Hannah Wilcox and the primary both requested a vegan menu, adding challenges for Chef Adam. Whitney and her husband owned a successful restaurant Copper Vault , which appears to closed shop after the pandemic hit. Whitney now runs an ice cream shop, models and blog, when she isn’t raising her young son. Her charter guest friends Robyn Donnelly and Katie Maclachlan co-owned Nashville’s Walden Bar, back when the show aired, but it also appears to have shutdown permanently after the pandemic.

Whitney and her group didn’t tip very well, leaving the crew only $13,500 or $1,500 per crew member.

The third Primary Charter Guest, from Boise, Idaho, was Sylvia Hampel , owner of Clear View Cleaning Service. She invited her daughter Jessica Shor, son-in-law Adam Shor from Golden, Colorado, and the couple’s one-month old daughter Angelica Shor. Sylvia’s two sons Travis Tipton and Parker Tipton rounded out the group, as well as Parker’s girlfriend Taylor Phal . The group ended up leaving the crew a $14,000 tip, or $1,555 each.

Primary Charter Guest Sylvia’s son’s girlfriend Taylor Phal (Instagram).

Fourth Group Of Charter Guests Were Incredibly Rude But Leave Tie For Biggest Tip Of BDSY Season 1

Primary Charter Guest and Long Island entrepreneur Richie Hosein enjoying his birthday (Instagram).

Fourth Primary Charter Guest and successful entrepreneur Richie Hosein , from Long Island, New York, invited a group of his frat bro buddies to sail in Greece. Richie has ventures in health care, hospitality, nightlife and music, and lives a luxurious lifestyle, including celebrating a recent birthday with Playboy bunnies.

Him and his friends Lenny Michel, Marshall Kessler, Austin Allen, Frank Martinis, Thomas Macari were a drunken nightmare to deal with for the crew. One of Richie’s friends even picked up Madison repeatedly without permission, making her incredibly uncomfortable. Despite their horrendous behavior on the show, they gave $20,000 or $2,222 per crew member for their troubles.

Richie on Parsifal III (Instagram).

Tip Money Stays Steady On BDSY Season 1

Co-Primary Charter Guests Arthur and Yana Greenstein (Bravo).

Fifth Co-Primary Charter Guests Yana and Arthur Greenstein, from Dallas Texas, are owners of Y & A real estate . Yana didn’t want to eat much, instead focusing on taking photos, and ticked off Chef Adam by not eating his meals. The primaries and their group of friends still really enjoyed their time aboard Parsifal III, tipping $17,000, or $1,880 to each crew member.

Co-Primary Charter Guests Maisa Kehl and Chuck Heath (Bravo).

Sixth Co-Primary Charter Guests Maisa Kehl and Chuck Heath from Salt Lake City Utah were next up. Maisa was an international model from Brazil and scout for playboy Slovakia, posed for Playboy several times and now works in real estate investment, according to the preference sheet. Maisa’s Instagram shows she still often models a lot in risqué lingerie and bikinis and loves to travel.

Maisa Kehl modeling while on BDSY season 1 (Instagram).

Masia Kehl with a girl friend while on the show (Instagram).

Chuck is retired and sold a real estate development company. They invited Steve and Sue Demarest on the charter to celebrate Maisa’s birthday. The group were blown away by Chef Adam’s beach picnic and gave the crew $18,000 in tip money, or $2,200 each.

Lyndi hitting on Chef Adam in the galley (Bravo).

Seventh Primary Charter Guest and lifestyle blogger Lyndi Kennedy Lader chartered the sailing superyacht alongside her boyfriend Jesse Thompkins, best friend Missy Ulmer and Missy’s boyfriend Jonathan Pettibone. The mother of three who works as a wardrobe consultant and lifestyle blogger based in Newport Beach, California, also invited her close girlfriends Cathy Cordas and Evelyne Marks who are also moms and bloggers as well. Evelyne works as a fashion and beauty influencer.

Primary Charter Guest Lyndi Kenney Lader and her boyfriend Jesse Thompkins (Bravo).

Lyndi’s Instagram reveals she’s a fashionista and wellness coach with three sons. The divorcee recently did an interview where she talked about her first husband dying in his sleep when she was pregnant with her one child.

While on the show, her boyfriend Jesse proposed to her on a beach but was rejected. He stayed up all night crying and upset. Meanwhile, Lyndi and her girl friends hit on Chef Adam. The group enjoyed a Coachella party, top-notch service, and amazing gourmet food. However, they tipped a low $12,700 or $1,400 each. Lyndi and Jesse no longer appear to be dating.

Beauty influencer Evelyne Marks (Instagram).

Lyndi and Evelyne still remain good friends since their charter in Greece together (Instagram).

Lyndi finding out Jenna was dating Chef Adam after she flirted with him a bunch (Bravo).

Final Two Charters Add To Total Tip Money On BDSY Season 1

Stage-four cancer charter guest Kerry McReynolds and friends about to charter Parsifal III in Greece (Bravo).

Eighth Co-Primary Charter Guests Kerry McReynolds and Dino Cresci from San Diego, California, invited friends to go sailing in Greece. The best friends of 27 years decided to take the trip to celebrate their friendship because they may never get the chance again, as Kerry was battling stage four cancer. Kerry inspired the crew by her positive attitude and her ability to enjoy every moment. In 2020, the year after filming BDSY season 1, Kerry was still battling cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic. She was also trying an experimental treatment. Sadly, Kerry died of cancer at the age of 50 in early 2022.

Kerry was a retail sales manager and Dino works as an interior designer and also manages restaurants in San Diego. While on the show, their friends Jennifer Nesovic, Mark Nitsche, Chris Harrington joined them and they had a wonderful time. The crew did everything they could to give Kerry the perfect trip. The group tipped the crew $12,700 or $1,400 each.

Real estate broker Nicole Gary and friends on BDSY season 1 (Bravo).

The ninth Primary Charter Guest Nicole Gary from Manhattan is a real estate broker and CEO of the luxury real estate brokerage Nicole Gary Team . Nicole’s Instagram shows her luxurious lifestyle and the beautiful properties she sells in Manhattan, New York. Her good friend and neighbor Noelle Nikpour, as well as other friends Billy Lolly, Jeannette Spinelli, Nick Buchanan also joined the charter. One of her friends was suspected of snorting cocaine aboard Parsifal III. However, Captain Glenn’s search of his cabin turned up nothing. Despite being accused of bringing drugs aboard, the group tipped a decent $15,000 or $1,660 pre crew member.

Nicole Gary still works as a successful real estate broker in New York (Instagram).

When the charter season wrapped up, BDSY season 1’s crew made over $16,000 each. The team earned a total of $143,000 in tip money from charter guests.

BDSY season 1 crew members Paget Berry, Ciara Duggan, and Byron Hissey (Bravo).

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Whitney Lee Thompson Forrester is an American fashion model. She was the winner of cycle 10 of ANTM in 2008.

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Before the show, Whitney worked at Chets Creek Elementary School in the before-and-after-school day care programs and studied at Duncan U. Fletcher High School, and the University of North Florida.

Thompson had been on the cover of Jacksonville magazine three times. [1] [2] [3]

Whitney was the ninth girl to be selected as one of the finalists to enter the house. She received a blonde hair weave for her makeover. Thompson received the first call-out during the music-themed photo shoot. She also won one CoverGirl of the Week title, the last of her cycle. She won three challenges, two of which with a team, during the competition.

Half of the judging panel often criticized her performances and personality as being 'too pageant' and 'fake'. Despite being featured in the bottom two a total of four times, she won the season.

She later made guest appearances in some episodes of cycle 11 , and in episode six of cycle 22 . [4]

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As part of the prize package awarded to her, Thompson received a contract with CoverGirl Cosmetics cosmetics and a contract from Elite Model Management. She also had a cover and six-page editorial spread in the July 2008 issue of Seventeen . Thompson's CoverGirl contract includes a U.S. national TV commercial, print advertising, and a billboard in Times Square.

She has also been signed to Wilhelmina Models. She was in Plus Model Magazine in January 2010, Animal Fair Magazine, and Supermodels Unlimited in September/October 2008. She's also a spokesmodel for Smile Stylists, modeled for Metrostyle, JC Penney, Diana Warner Jewelry, Forever 21, Saks Fifth Avenue, the face for Torrid, Converse One Star, Fashion Bug, and a campaign with Pure Energy/Target, Fall 2010, and the face for Panache lingerie, Winter 2014.

Whitney has featured interviews with People and in the June 2008 issue of InTouch . She made guest appearances on the shows "Live with Regis and Kelly", "Entertainment Tonight", "Extra" and "The Big Idea" with Donny Deutsch.

In 2009, she launched a jewelry and candle collection called "Supermodel".

She made a guest appearance on "Below Deck Sailing Yacht" in 2020. [5]

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Whitney was an ambassador for the National Eating Disorders Association, [6] and a spokesperson for the Right Fit brand of Fashion Bug.

Whitney was noted by Lifestyle MSN as one of the "Most Influential Women of 2008". [7]

She was an honorable mention on MsMojo's YouTube video "Top 10 Best America's Next Top Model Makeovers". [8] Her fight with Dominique ranked number six on "Top 10 Craziest Fights"'. [9]

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Captain Glenn Shephard might be an expert when it comes to getting a sail working properly, but when it comes to a diet that includes no animal products or byproducts? Well, he’s a little confused.

As we learned during the latest episode of Below Deck Sailing Yacht , Captain Glenn was just recently introduced to the word and concept of being vegan! Whitney Thompson Forrester — yes, that one, the cycle 10 winner of America’s Next Top Model — is the latest charter guest on the sailing yacht, and she comes with a food stipulation or two. The model and restauranteur brought her “tightknit group of strong successful girlfriends” and her BFF Jeremy along “for a luxurious vacation,” which proved to be a bit less luxurious for Chef Adam once he glanced at their preference sheets, realizing both Whitney and her cousin Hannah had specific dietary instructions.

“As a vay-gan,” Captain Glenn began before chief stew Jenna corrected his pronunciation of the word, was a new fun fact for the leader of the boat. But for the chef? “It’s just a pain in my ass,” Adam states.

“You know, vegan?” Captain Glenn says in his interview. “Am I saying that correctly?” he laughed. “I live in a bubble, right. I’m amazed by all the shit I see here. Almond milk? I don’t even know how they milk those almonds,” he joked.

“I can say that this is gonna be a difficult charter for me,” Adam realized right away. In his interview he explained, “If I have a specialty, it’s cooking meat. Vegan food is easily my least comfortable cuisine. You put bacon in it, it’s gonna taste great,” he said with a smile.

Oh, and that wasn’t his only challenge, as he explained, “So not only am I hungover as fuck, I’m trying to figure out my menu. I want to make something that everyone can enjoy, not just the vegans.” Safe to say, this chef sure does have a lot on his plate (lol)!

But this is Chef Adam we’re dealing with here, so you already know he came through for the guests, even ordering vegan ice cream in the provisions and substituting steak for mushrooms on the correct plates. If you’re wondering if the guests were pleased, well this Instagram post from Whitney says it all.

View this post on Instagram Forever mood….. A post shared by Whitney Thompson Forrester (@whitneyantm) on Feb 17, 2020 at 5:05pm PST

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Below Deck yacht names revealed - and how much it costs to rent the celebrity superyachts

By Editorial Team |   Last Updated 10 October 2023

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Since 2013, Below Deck has been captivating TV audiences across the globe by offering a voyeuristic peek into life on board multi-million dollar luxury charter yachts . Taking readers behind the scenes, YachtCharterFleet identifies the yachts featured on the show, as well as those which have appeared on the celebrated spin-off series Below Deck: Mediterranean , Below Deck: Sailing , Below Deck: Down Under and the latest iteration, Below Deck: Adventure .

Bravo’s hit reality TV series Below Deck chronicles the lives of crew members who work and reside aboard a luxury yacht during the charter season.

Each season features a different crew configuration, and the episodes show how the crew members interact and deal with personal issues alongside their working lives. The seasons are filmed over six weeks, with every episode featuring a new group of charter guests.

Getting even closer to these Below Deck superstars, we take a look at each of the stand-out features of every yacht that has appeared on the show.

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Many crew members are recurring on the show;  the longest-standing is Captain Lee Rosbach, who been on the show since 2013. A fan favourite, he has been at the helm of every yacht on Below Deck and seen a number of different crew formations.

The latest Below Deck season 10 is rumoured to be his final swan song, although his legacy on the show is such that whoever replaces him will have very big shoes to fill.

Among the crew members, Chief Stewardess Kate Chastain was an integral member of the team from season two to season seven. Alongside her, Chef Ben Robinson was a permanent fixture of the crew from season one to season four, before stepping out for season five.

Throughout the course of the show, the yachts have played an important role. 

Hiring a Below Deck yacht will cost from €140,000 per week - and that price doesn't include expenses such as fuel. While some of the yachts were given an alias over the course of filming, their real names can now be revealed below; as well as the exact cost to rent them. 

The largest yacht in the show's history, the 10th and 11th seasons of Below Deck  are set around the Caribbean islands of St Lucia  and Grenada onboard the luxurious 60m (197ft) superyacht ST DAVID . Delivered in 2008 by Italian shipyard Benetti, the yacht has an impressive sleek, supercar-inspired profile that instantly turns heads. 

Onboard highlights include her well-appointed sundeck with sunloungers and sunpads where guests can kick back and relax, a spa pool and her al fresco cinema screen set up for unforgettable movie nights.

One of the yacht's most distinctive features is her sophisticated spiral staircase that leads through all three decks and is lit by a skylight in the spa pool of the sun deck. The yacht is very versatile for a variety of charter party configurations, with room for 12 guests across six elegantly appointed cabins. 

STARSHIP (aka MY SEANNA)

Making an appearance on seasons 9, 8 and 6 of Below Deck , the majestic motor yacht STARSHIP (known on the show as MY SEANNA) is a yacht charter favorite.

The yacht has traveled far and wide for the show cruising to the jaw-droppingly beautiful St Kitts and Nevis in season 9, the sun-kissed Caribbean in season 8 and the  South Pacific  islands of  Tahiti in season 6.

Known for being among one of the most opulent yachts on the charter market due to her ornate interiors and glossy fittings that have been brushed in 22-carat gold, it is safe to say that this yacht is one of the most opulently styled and extensively equipped yachts on the water. Refitted in 2021, the Delta Marine yacht can accommodate 12 guests across 6 cabins and is extremely versatile for a variety of yacht charter party configurations. 

VALOR (aka BG)

Appearing three times on the hit show, the 47m (153ft) charter yacht BG (known on the show as VALOR) featured in seasons 7, 5 and 4 of Below Deck , taking charter guests to a variety of sun-kissed and beautiful locations. The yacht's real name is BG, and she was built in 1990 by the world's most revered shipbuilder Feadship . Since then, she has undergone many interiors refreshes to keep her in tip-top condition. 

The yacht traveled around Thailand in Season 7  where the crew and viewers were treated to a truly memorable South East Asian experience. From the iconic Phi Phi Islands to the beautiful beaches of Ko Yao Yai, there were plenty of fascinating landmarks to see on the way. Season 5 took viewers to the tranquil cruising grounds of  Saint Martin whilst season 4 saw M/Y BG in the glistening waters of the  Virgin Islands .

Accomodating 12 guests across 6 cabins, she is also capable of carrying up to 10 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

EROS (aka STAY SALTY)

Season 3 of Below Deck was announced after a hugely successful second-season finale, which was the highest-rated episode of the series. The new season saw the crew head to the Bahamas onboard  superyacht STAY SALTY  known on the show as EROS. 

She is equipped with an array of luxurious amenities including an eight-person sundeck Jacuzzi, barbecue and yacht-wide sound system. She also boasts timeless interior styling with intricate wood panelling and a neutral colour palette which helps create an inviting atmosphere for those on board.

The yacht was sold in November 2013 - just before filming for season 3 began - for an asking price of $17.9 million.

OHANA (aka STAR DIAMOND)

Premiering in August 2014, season 2 of Below Deck returned with 13 episodes documenting life on board the slightly smaller superyacht STAR DIAMOND in the British Virgin Islands . Among many other features, the yacht is equipped with a large sundeck, outdoor bar and luxury accommodation for 10 guests.

After filming the series, M/Y STAR DIAMOND was sold for an asking price of $10.9 million and is now on the charter market with a charter rate of $160,000/week. Extensively refit in 2022, the work on the superyacht has included a complete interior refresh, the yacht now features light, modern styling - an engine rebuild and a cabin conversion.

HONOR (aka BARENTS )

The first season of Below Deck premiered on 1 July 2013 after being announced in April 2012. Chartering around the Caribbean , the starring superyacht was named HONOR for the show but chartered under the name CUOR DI LEONE which translates to ‘Lion Heart’ in Italian. She now goes by the name BARENTS . 

Built by Italian shipyard Benetti in 1999 and refit in 2021, the famous vessel has undergone a complete makeover, bringing her up to modern standards. She can accommodate up to 12 charter guests and features luxury amenities for guests to enjoy including state-of-the-art TVs and a sundeck Jacuzzi.

Following the show, superyacht BARENTS was sold for around $15 million and her new owner commissioned a major refit. A great deal of money was spent on updating her interior with a classic-modern style of design as well as on brand-new exterior furniture and entertainment systems.

Below Deck: Mediterranean

Following on from the success of Below Deck , the spin-off  Below Deck: Mediterranean premiered in May 2016. While the original series takes place during the winter charter season when the Caribbean is at its peak, Below Deck: Mediterranean is filmed during the summer charter season.

Season one of Below Deck: Mediterranean saw Captain Mark Howard at the helm, but the baton was passed to Captain Sandy Yawn from two onwards. Chief Stewardess Hannah Ferrier was another permanent fixture on the show from season one to five, before leaving the show in season six.

As its name suggests, the show is based in the Mediterranean , the world’s most popular yachting hub from May to October. Despite the change in location, the same format and accompanying on-water antics from the crew and guests alike can be expected. Below, all the names of the superyachts which have appeared on the show, and the cost to rent them.

Season 8 of Below Deck: Mediterranean was aired in September 2023 and brought back yet more antics that included some tense franchise firsts. Set in the Ligurian Riviera, the hit Bravo series returns to Italy for the first time since season 3. The series followed the crew from mid-August until mid-September of 2022 onboard the 180-feet superyacht MUSTIQUE .

Holding up to 12 guests across 6 classically decorated cabins, this yacht is the epitome of elegance with its glossy mahogany paneling and cream upholstery. She is replete with water toys, including kayaks, a seabob, waterskis, and Zapata Flyboards, and has expansive deck areas– offering plenty of scope for both crew and guest antics which make Below Deck: Mediterranean so entertaining.

Season 7 of Below Deck: Mediterranean returned to the screens in July 2022 and brought back more drama and wealthy clientele, creating endless entertainment for viewers at home. Set in Malta , a destination never seen before on the show, the series followed the crew over an eight-week charter season onboard the 49m (160ft) superyacht HOME .

Accommodating up to 12 guests across 6 beautifully decorated staterooms, this yacht is described as a home away from home, the perfect platform for guests to soak up the sunshine, kick back and relax. From her convivial sundeck setup replete with a Jacuzzi and glowing cocktail bar to her panoramic sky lounge and state-of-the-art water toys, this yacht certainly had the wow factor that was required for Below Deck: Mediterranean .

LADY MICHELLE (renamed NEXT CHAPTER)

Season 6 of Below Deck: Mediterranean premiered in June 2021 and saw a new vessel,  motor yacht LADY MICHELLE , since re-named NEXT CHAPTER, take center stage. It also saw the return of Captain Sandy and Bosun Malia, plus a brand new crew. 

A floating paradise that turns heads on the water, this heavenly Benetti vessel comfortably accommodates 12 guests across 6 sumptuous staterooms, with additional capacity for up to 12 crew members. She also boasts an open-air cinema, a split-level owner's suite and an impressive array of water toys.

This season takes the crew to one of the most idyllic cruising grounds in the East Mediterranean : Croatia . Abounding with serene golden beaches, crystalline waters and gorgeous coves to explore, it's one of the most popular yacht charter destinations.

THE WELLINGTON (aka THE WELLESLEY)

Season 5 of Below Deck: Mediterranean premiered in the summer of 2020. The show was shot on board the motor yacht THE WELLESLEY , and the superyacht was given the alias THE WELLINGTON over the course of filming. 

The yacht has an elegant 1920's theme, with a chic club lounge complete with a bespoke humidor. She features plenty of marble accents and ample alfresco deck areas, as well as a jacuzzi with innovative spill pool features.

The yachties set course for Spain for this season, cruising around the azure waters of the Balearic Islands . The homeport was Port Adriano on the island of Mallorca .

Featuring in both Season 4 and Season 2 of Below Deck: Mediterranean ,  superyacht SIROCCO  is a yacht charter sensation. An elegant and sophisticated Heesen -built motor yacht, she features plenty of alfresco sunning areas and an 8-person jacuzzi pool; the perfect spot for the charter guests to unwind after a long day exploring.

Season 4 took the crew to one of the most iconic destinations in the Mediterranean ; the South of France . Between the luxury yachting hub of Monaco to the beautiful beaches in St Tropez , this season promises lashings of glitz and glamour. During Season 2 of Below Deck: Mediterranean , M/Y SIROCCO cruised the picturesque waters of  Croatia .

TALISMAN MAITON

Premiering in 2018, season 3 of  Below Deck: Mediterranean saw familiar and new faces head to the sublime cruising grounds of Italy. This time, the crew treated their discerning guests to a world of luxury on board the 54m/178ft motor yacht TALISMAN MAITON .

Built in 2006 and refit to an exacting standard in 2016, the yacht boasts a range of exciting features that make her particularly appropriate for the waters of the Amalfi Coast . Indeed, her entertainment options range from a stunning selection of water toys to a sundeck Jacuzzi and a refreshingly modern interior.

IONIAN PRINCESS

Premiering on 3 May 2016, the very first season of Below Deck: Mediterranean , a spin-off of the increasingly popular franchise, took to viewers' screens. This time the ‘yachties’ took care of their guests onboard the motor yacht IONIAN PRINCESS  in the Mediterranean  destination of Greece . 

The starring yacht IONIAN PRINCESS was delivered from Christensen in 2005 and was later refit in 2016 and again in 2021. Truly opulent, she bears interiors that are sleekly finished with a range of warmly toned woods and plenty of comfortable furnishings. She also boasts one of the largest sundecks for a yacht of her size.

Below Deck: Mediterranean Season 1 yacht IONIAN PRINCESS is not currently available for private yacht charter vacations.

Below Deck: Sailing Yacht

This is the first time the Below Deck franchise branched away from gleaming motor yachts, with the various weather issues that sailing yachts have to contend with adding even more drama and excitement.

The design of luxury sailing yachts  also creates far more confined crew areas than we are used to seeing on the original Below Deck . In general, sailing yachts tend to feature smaller galleys, compact stew stations and cramped crew quarters which are in closer proximity to the guests’ living areas, putting crew under increased pressure to deliver their signature silver service.

In addition, deck crew are placed in a far more demanding role, with sailing yachts requiring increased accuracy and precision to safely maneuver and plenty of deck duties taking place in the midst of guest areas.

PARSIFAL III

An iconic and suitable yacht for the much-loved series Below Deck: Sailing , the 54m (177ft) sailing yacht PARSIFAL III has blessed our screens for all four series of the hit maritime show.

Season 1 saw the sailing yacht cruising around the beautiful islands of Greece , an  East Mediterranean destination that is peppered with an incredible variety of islands. Season 2 was set around the glistening waters of Croatia and in  Season 3 of Below Deck Sailing , M/Y PARSIFAL III came back to where she traditionally charters in the beautiful Balearic island of Menorca . For the latest Below Deck: Sailing Yacht season she ventured around the glittering coastline of Sardinia .

The yacht can comfortably charter up to 12 guests across 5 luxurious cabins with a layout comprising a master suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins.

Below Deck: Down Under

Venturing to the mesmerizing Whitsunday islands in Australia , the much-beloved maritime show released another spin-off of the hit show in April 2022, Below Deck: Down Under . Recorded on Queensland's shores, viewers can see for themselves the impeccable Australian islands and all their beauty as the superyachts, their crew and charter guests travel to some of the most sought-after destinations in the world.  

NORTHERN SUN

Below Deck: Down Under  returns to our screens for its second outing, this time on board the 51m (167ft) explorer yacht NORTHERN SUN , with the coastal paradise of Cairns in Australia’s northern Queensland providing the glittering backdrop.

Headed up once more by the handsome Captain Jason Chambers, he is joined by returning chief stewardess, Aesha Scott, along with a brand new crew, including Chef Tzarina Mace-Ralph, Bosun Luke Jones and stews Laura Bileskaine and Margot Sisson.

Promising another round of crew antics and high drama, the bulk of the action takes place on board the classic explorer yacht, primed for adventure and boasting a wealth of luxurious amenities and an eye-catching exterior, charter guests will be in for a treat.

KERI LEE III (AKA THALASSA)

The perfect yacht for season 1 of Below Deck: Down Under , the 55m (181ft) yacht KERI LEE is the prime candidate for anyone looking for a taste of the superyacht lifestyle. Described as being like Downton Abbey on a boat, the yacht is home to an expansive beauty salon, massage room, gym, jacuzzi and movie theater, so there is definitely enough to keep all charter guests entertained.

In the first season of Below Deck: Down Under , this yacht traveled to some pretty spectacular destinations from the Great Barrier Reef , including the Whitsunday's , Hook Island, Block Reef and Henning Island, giving charter guests the opportunity to witness the outstanding beauty and clear waters of the Pacific .

Below Deck: Adventure

Airing its inaugral season at the end of 2022, Below Deck: Adventure brings more drama than ever before as the show takes viewers beyond the deck and off the yacht as thrill-seeking charter guests embark on a range of extreme and unforgettable experiences around the Norwegian Fjords. Some of the activities include paragliding, exploring unique caves and taking extreme helicopter rides, Below Deck: Adventure provides endless entertainment as well as giving viewers a glimpse of the astonishingly beautiful landscapes in and around  Norway . 

In  Below Deck: Adventure season 1, Capt. Kerry Titheradge leads the crew with Jessica Condy as Chef and Faye Clarke as Chief Stew.

As seen in season 1 of Below Deck Adventure , the 49m (164ft) motor yacht MERCURY is a high-quality and highly reliable Dutch-built luxury charter yacht. Delivered by Amels in 2001, the yacht is to the highest standard and pedigree and boasts a wealth of convivial spaces, perfect for relaxing, unwinding and socializing onboard. 

Home to an impressive array of amenities, standout highlights include an expansive Jacuzzi, a large swim platform for easy access to the water and a gym. An advanced stabilization system on board reduces the side-to-side roll of the yacht and promises guests exceptional comfort levels at anchor or when underway.

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10 below deck charter guests who will never return to the franchise.

While the charter guests who appear on Below Deck have a great time while filming the show, many aren't invited back for a number of reasons.

• Some charter guests on Below Deck have caused unnecessary drama and won't likely return due to bad behavior.
• Captain Glenn Shephard from Below Deck Sailing Yacht faced backlash from Barrie, who called him two-faced.
• Former guest Dr. Francis Martinis will not return to Below Deck after he was arrested for faking prescriptions.

The Below Deck franchise has featured many charter guests since 2013, many of whom will never return . The Bravo series focuses on expensive charters with wealthy guests who have attitude problems and over-the-top demands. That includes Charter guest Alexis Bellino, who boarded Captain Lee Rosbach’s yacht with her boyfriend at the time, Andy Bohn. She was disrespectful and made everyone uncomfortable with her and Andy's PDA. She even insulted crew members after featuring on the show.

Like Alexis, Delores Flora from Below Deck season 8 was a terrible guest. Not only did she misbehave, but she also got drunk and s wam while intoxicated, which is not only not allowed, it frightened the crew members. Delores got kicked out of the yacht the next day. These guests created unnecessary drama on the boat and will likely never return like a few others from the franchise.

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8 barrie & tony, below deck sailing yacht.

Barrie and Tony Drewitt Barlow had a decent time in the Below Deck Sailing Yacht seasons 2 and 3. Despite that, they left with a bitter taste because of Captain Glenn Shephard. In 2021, Barrie participated in a podcast, Pita Party: The Podcast , where he claimed that Captain Glenn bothered him while using his phone .

Barrie said, “he (Captain Glenn) was a two-face b*stard,” adding that he just didn’t like his presence.

7 Frank Fay

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In Below Deck Mediterranean season 7, Charter guest Frank Fay had a thing for second stew Kyle Viljoen. He pursued him on the yacht, but unfortunately, their relationship didn’t last. Frank will likely never return to the series as long as Captain Sandy Yawn allows Kyle to work for her. Even if Kyle quits, Frank wouldn’t want to be in an environment that would remind him of his failed relationship.

6 Erica Rose

Erica Rose appeared on Below Deck Sailing Yacht two seasons in a row. Erica was highly offensive toward the crew member, as well as her husband, Charles Sanders, and to make things worse, she left the crew with a measly tip , leading fans to slam her on social media. Ultimately, Erica had to apologize for her bad attitude but never returned to give the crew the tip they deserved. Nobody on Below Deck Sailing Yacht would ever want to return.

5 Justin Guarini

Justin Guarini’s time on Below Deck Sailing Yacht was not dramatic at all; however, he’ll probably never return to the series. Justin wouldn’t return because he wasn't the primary guest. He joined his friend, Kim, who wanted to enjoy a luxury yacht trip. It was more of a one-and-done deal. Secondly, nobody recognized him at all. Viewers later realized who he was and how he was the runner-up on American Idol season 1. Justin is a theatre artist and has made a name for himself. However, it was embarrassing that so many fans had no clue who he was .

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4 johnny damon.

Johnny Damon’s time at Below Deck Med was full of explosive moments. Once, he sent the food back, citing that the experience wasn’t “five stars.” On another occasion, his wife, Michelle, created drama by yelling at the owner of another yacht . Overall, the experience was simply terrible on both sides. Crew members didn’t love Johnny and his wife, and the couple didn’t respect the crew members. It is unlikely that Captain Sandy would want to host the couple again as long as she’s in charge.

3 Krystal Murphy

Former charter guest Krystal Murphy boarded Captain Lee’s yacht with her friends. She immediately began showing red flags, drinking, and just being a menace. Krystal fought with her friend, Chelsea, creating unnecessary drama. She even passed out and punched a friend in the face. Former Chief Stew Kate Chastain disliked serving Krystal and called her a “spoiled brat;” she wanted to throw her off the yacht. Nowadays, Krystal has seemingly become a more private person. It doesn’t seem like Krystal would want to be on TV again.

2 Steve Bradley

Below Deck fans should remember Steve Bradley as he made many appearances on the show. In Below Deck season 3, he wanted a foam party and demanded the crew to figure it out and follow his commands, acting like a king. In Below Deck season 6, Steve made more outrageous requests. Apart from being a wild guest, Steve was entitled and acted inappropriately at times . No Below Deck captain would want to host him again as he didn't come off as very likable.

1 Dr. Francis Martinis

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Dr. Francis Martinis from Below Deck Med and Below Deck Sailing Yacht has a zero chance of returning. While the former charter guest didn’t have too many issues on the show, his personal life issues will stop him from appearing on Bravo again. According to TMZ , Dr. Francis and his wife, Jessica, were arrested for filling out fake prescriptions in December 2023 . The couple used the names of Below Deck stars and got caught red-handed. The Below Deck franchise would never want to welcome felons, especially when their mugshots are all over the internet.

Below Deck airs Mondays at 9 p.m. EDT on Bravo.

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Below Deck is a popular reality TV franchise that focuses on a group of crew members as they work on luxurious yachts and cater to their client's needs. After the original series proved to be a success, Bravo developed a handful of spinoff shows including Below Deck Selling Yacht, Below Deck Adventure, Below Deck Down Under, and Below Deck Mediterranean.

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Below Deck Sailing Yacht , one of the spin-offs of Bravo's Below Deck, welcomed Justin Guarini, a new charter guest with a familiar face. BDSY is one of the successful spin-offs of the original series and garnered attention after first airing in 2020. The series follows Captain Glenn Shephard as he and his crew charter a 177-foot sailing yacht throughout various luxury locations. Like others in the franchise, the series features a rotating cast comprising the ship's crew, and cameras follow their lives throughout the charter season. With deckhands and stews intermingling throughout the installment, the guests can sometimes take a back seat to the crew's drama.

Typically, the crew brings guests out on their charters, giving them tours of beautiful, luxurious locations and spending time on the open water. While Below Deck Sailing Yacht is typically focused on the lives and happenings within the crew, it can sometimes focus on the charter guests throughout their time on the yacht. When guests have more prominent names or exciting stories, Below Deck tends to share more about them. One of the guests aboard the Parsifal III on Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 4 , Justin, is somewhat famous, although he may be difficult for some to place.

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Justin Guarini Is A Former American Idol Runner-Up

Justin was the runner-up on American Idol season 1. He lost to Kelly Clarkson in the finale of the first iteration of the competition. Though he went on to work with Kelly again in From Justin to Kelly, the entertainer is more well-known for his career in theater than as a recording artist. Justin has appeared in several professional theater productions and has been in viral commercials for Dr. Pepper over the last several years. He is well-known in the entertainment industry but still maintains his mystique in public.

What Was Justin Like On Below Deck Sailing Yacht?

Justin was a charter guest on a recent episode of Below Deck Sailing Yacht, and according to Bravo , his time aboard was marked by some first-time occurrences. Outside of spilling a drink on the staircase of the Parsifal III and praising Chef Ileisha Dell's cooking, Justin was present for one of the most exciting requests ever made to the BDSY crew. During the episode, the primary guest, Kim, asked if she could have dinner with the crew. Though that isn't something that Chef Ileisha usually agrees to, she was able to make a family-style meal to feed the guests and crew, which was exciting for them.

Though Justin wasn't the primary guest on the Parsifal III, it was notable that he was aboard the yacht and enjoyed his time with the crew. Keeping the guests happy is the number one concern of the Below Deck Sailing Yacht crew, and seeing how well they worked with Justin, Kim, and the rest of the charter guests was beautiful. Regardless of Justin's status in the entertainment industry, or his connections, the crew prioritizing his time on the yacht is genuinely what mattered.

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This New Yacht Is Sailing to Gorgeous, Lesser-known Ports in the Caribbean Sea — and I Was on Board With 'Below Deck's' Chef Ben

Emerald Cruises' new Emerald Sakara ship brings guests to smaller ports in the Caribbean and Mediterranean, with an onboard marina and the occasional Bravo-lebrity.

Paul Brady is the news director at Travel + Leisure and the brand's expert on cruise travel. He has been covering the travel industry for more than 15 years for outlets including Condé Nast Traveler , Skift , and The Huffington Post .

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With a couple dozen guests looking on, chef Ben Robinson was showing how to slice and dice a fresh red snapper. “You kind of feel him — but you don’t fondle him,” said Robinson, the fan favorite from the Bravo reality show Below Deck, who’s always ready with a quip. As he pulled a perfect filet off the bone, he explained how to salt the fish and that there’s no more important relationship than the one you have with your fishmonger. “My advice is to always be friendly,” he noted. “I like to support my mom-and-pop [businesses]. If you become familiar with them, they’ll say, ‘Hey, I got this in this morning.’”

The cooking demo, which also featured a ceviche how-to and tips on knife sharpening, was one of many “Chef Ben” moments on my trip aboard Emerald Sakara . It’s the newest 100-passenger vessel from Emerald Cruises, which launched in the fall of 2023, a sibling vessel to the Emerald Azzurra .

During an eight-day voyage in March from San Juan, Puerto Rico, to St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, the reality personality was definitely one of the star attractions. Robinson spent several evenings in the galley, creating special dishes such as a panko-crusted veal striploin stuffed with pesto.

He also hosted a well-attended Q&A about his life in the kitchen — and spent plenty of time connecting with fans, many of whom booked the trip specifically to chop it up with Below Deck alum.

“We definitely booked because of Ben,” said Shannon Welnel , a Montana-based travel advisor who had lots of praise for his cuisine — and the yacht-like atmosphere on board the 100-passenger ship. Other guests I spoke with admitted they hadn’t seen much Below Deck, but were intrigued by the chance to chill with a Bravo-lebrity.

Emerald Sakara

• With a max of just 100 passengers, Emerald Sakara feels at times like a private yacht, with no lines and no crowds, and outstanding service from a highly experienced crew.
• Minimalist rooms recall the stripped down aesthetic of Miami Beach or Mykonos, Greece, with pops of color from Missoni Home accents and a sleek-yet-functional bathroom with plenty of storage space.
• While this small ship has but one restaurant and one poolside cafe, there’s plenty of choice when it comes to meals, whether you’re hitting the breakfast or lunch buffet or choosing from the dinner menu.
• The onboard marina, which is open in favorable weather conditions, offers watersports and swimming off the stern of the ship.
• Easy to understand and mostly inclusive pricing covers meals, beverages at mealtime, many tours, and surprisingly speedy Wi-Fi.

The intimate-ship vibe was also one reason the chef wanted to hop aboard. “This definitely has more of a yacht vibe than any other [ship] I've been on,” Robinson told me one afternoon. “A hundred passengers is not a lot,” he said. “I've been on boats with 2,500 passengers, and you really do feel like you're anonymous. But here, the service is great, and you really are treated as an individual and someone important. And you kind of lose that on the big boats.”

While Robinson doesn’t have immediate plans to join another Emerald cruise, he told me that there were plenty of parallels between his life on megayachts and what the Sakara offers its guests. “It’s been incredible,” he said.

I had to agree. The Sakara certainly has much to offer, both in spite of its smaller size and because of it. While it’s available to book by the cabin, like any cruise ship, it still manages to feel at times like a private yacht, particularly when it sails to less-commonly visited ports such as Culebra, on Puerto Rico, or St. Bart’s. In the latter, we dropped anchor near Eric Schmidt’s yacht, Whisper , and had the whole day to explore the glitzy island and its capital, Gustavia. (After a drive around in the morning, I managed to catch the beautiful sunset from the lovely little Shell Beach, right in town.)

“The benefit of being on a small cruise ship like this one is that we can enter small ports and areas where others can’t,” said Robert Kuznin, the captain of Sakara , who previously worked with several cruise lines, including Paul Gauguin, Seabourn, and Virgin Voyages. “For example, when we dropped anchor in Esperanza Bay,” he explained about our stop at the island of Vieques, “there were only two meters under the keel — and that was the shallowest I’ve ever been!”

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The ability to go places that larger ships can’t was also on display one morning on St. Kitts, one of the final stops of my trip. It was still early in the morning, but already four mega-ships were docked in Basseterre, the island’s capital. Instead of tying up next to them on the busy cruise pier, we dropped anchor just off the beach in South Friar’s Bay, a long sweep of sand in the island’s southern reaches. There were no crowds to contend with, no paperwork hassles, no touts offering dodgy cab rides. A five-minute tender ride to the beach was all it took to meet our local guide. Time from leaving the breakfast buffet to our first stop? About 25 minutes. Even the most efficient mega-ship would struggle to make that happen — and they can’t drop anchor right off the one of the best beaches on the island. 

Other moments aboard Sakara felt like something out of Below Deck . One afternoon, I made my way to the yacht’s marina, a platform at the stern stocked with lounge chairs, refreshments, and water toys such as a floating trampoline and inflatable sea kayaks. I jumped off the stern into the Caribbean and then tried out the ship’s Seabob, a floating gadget that’s like a cross between a Jet Ski and an electric scooter.

As I continued my joy ride, I could see another vessel anchored just north of us. Turns out, it was David Geffen’s private yacht , Rising Sun . Of course, we were there first.

Here’s a closer look at all the amenities of the Emerald Sakara , which sails seasonally in coastal waters in the Caribbean and the Mediterranean Sea.

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Welcome to your starship: the stripped down, white-and-gray cabins on Sakara feel sci-fi chic, particularly when the accent lighting is switched on. They’re also, thankfully, spacious and super functional, with ample storage space (including a safe), a small minibar, a coffee station, and a clever headboard built-in that’s a great spot for your charging devices and water bottle. Most of the 50 rooms and suites have verandas; ocean-view staterooms are the exception. Bathrooms are just big enough, with plenty of storage, and are stocked with Espa products and a hair dryer. My cabin, 421, was a 300-square-foot balcony suite toward the aft of the ship on deck four: I never once heard noise from the surrounding cabins or in the hallway, though I did occasionally notice sounds and vibrations from the vessel, something that is common on even the largest of ships. A note on power plugs: my stateroom had U.S.-style outlets throughout as well as USB-A charging ports on either side of the bed, a nice touch.

Because Sakara is smaller than most cruise ships, it can’t compete on sheer volume of bars and restaurants. Still, the food on board is solid. La Cucina is the only true dining room, with both indoor and outdoor seating; it has somewhat limited hours compared to the round-the-clock dining options on bigger vessels. That being said, I certainly didn’t go hungry: a breakfast buffet is complemented by traditional à la minute options such as omelets and pancakes; lunch is also buffet style with a carving station. Dinner is more restaurant style, with options from an ever-changing daily menu plus always available classics such as Caesar salad, shrimp cocktail, grilled salmon, and spaghetti bolognese on offer. (Many dietary restrictions and preferences can be accommodated.)

On my voyage, chef Robinson put together several special plates, including what might’ve been the best dish of the week: a sesame-crusted seared yellowfin tuna with celeriac puree. The Below Deck star also put together a panko veal striploin roulade one night and, another evening, offered a citrus-cured hamachi with, in a touch of molecular gastronomy, “mango spheres.” Elsewhere on board, a poolside cafe, Aqua Café, has quick bites like burgers and flatbreads, as well as sweets and coffee pulled from a Cimbali espresso machine. The cocktails served in the Amici Lounge and the Sky Bar were consistently excellent, mixed by a talented team of pros who’ve previously worked on Seabourn ships and in some of Dubai’s top hotels. One weaker spot was the selection of wine on board: pours at mealtimes are included, but they didn’t rock my boat. A short list of “chairman’s wines,” available at extra cost, included a couple by-the-bottle finds such as 2013 vintage Cristal ($650) and some mid-tier Bordeaux and Burgundy options.

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Though small, this ship isn’t an expedition yacht. Rather, it’s specifically designed for warm-weather coastal cruising, meaning it spends the lion’s share of its time in places such as the Caribbean and, in the Northern Hemisphere’s summer months, the Mediterranean. My trip aboard was spent entirely in the Leeward Islands of the Caribbean, where passages between ports were short and the seas were often calm. (We did occasionally encounter some swells of up to two meters, or 6.6 feet. I saw many guests wearing medicated patches to prevent motion sickness throughout the trip.) Sakara typically spends a season of several months in a given region, with a variety of cruise lengths offered, ranging from six to 24 days. In 2024, the ship will spend April through November in the Mediterranean. Sakara will return to the Caribbean at the end of the year, through April 2025.

Tours off the ship were a strong suit for Emerald, at least on my voyage. Most stops offered a variety of activities, ranging from a simple transfer to a nearby beach to a full-on, multi-hour tour. Usually, I found myself ashore with a very small group of folks — fewer than a dozen — and all the guides Emerald arranged were true pros. Passengers raved about a kayak paddle through the bioluminescent bay on Vieques, something I sadly didn’t try myself. I did, however, enjoy a short guided hike on the island of St. John, to the pristine beach along Salomon Bay, which was all but deserted. The organization of excursions felt flawless to me, thanks no doubt to the crew and shore excursion manager, Pilar Atencio. Worth a mention, too, were Atencio’s detailed briefings on what to expect each day. While these sorts of “port talks'' are common on ships of all sizes, they felt particularly useful on Sakara because of how intimate our groups were; many passengers made a point of attending the pre-dinner talks every night, for info on what to expect about our anchorage, historical background on each island, and detailed info about what each tour offering would entail.

Call it small but mighty: Sakara has all the essentials, which is a bit of feat for a ship this size. A cozy spa has wellness and beauty treatments, as well as a small hairstyling and facial studio; morning yoga and stretching are available on deck. The fitness center, with a few cardio machines, a Peloton bike, and a variety of weights and other gear gets the job done. The smallish pool and a top-deck whirlpool were lovely — though I spent most of my time in the ocean: the Sakara ’s marina deck is a key feature, and it was open several afternoons during my trip. It’s like the greatest pool party you’ve ever been to, complete with piña coladas, sea kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and a trampoline, right off the stern of the ship. It is, truly, as much fun as it sounds like, though it is subject to the whims of weather and ocean currents. Also available in some destinations are e-bikes from Gocycle, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis; during my trip, several guests gave them a spin on the island of Vieques. Sakara also carries a ton of snorkeling gear and beach towels, which passengers can borrow whenever they like. In terms of performances, this isn’t the vessel for Broadway-style shows, but guitarist Jamie Ferguson and voyage director Nathalie Millet added plenty of live music to the trip.

The youngest passengers I spoke with on my cruise were in their 20s — and they were traveling with their parents. Sakara is perhaps the perfect ship for families traveling with adult children, since it offers such a diverse array of activities to suit different tastes and activity levels, while visiting intriguing destinations. The ship is also intimate enough that everybody can gather easily for meals — or a swim off the stern — without fighting the crowds common on larger vessels. On the other hand, Sakara is probably not the best choice for families with younger children: there’s no kid-specific programming, and you’re likely to be the only ones aboard with little ones. “Emerald Cruises yachts are recommended for people aged 12 and up, and they must be accompanied by and share a cabin with an adult aged 18 or [older],” a spokesperson shared with T+L.

Sakara is probably best described as somewhat accessible: the ship has elevators to all decks and the crew was, on my trip, very accommodating to those with mobility challenges. There are handrails throughout, and bathrooms feature shower grab bars. That being said, several areas of the ship — the outdoor dining terrace, for example — require navigating at least one step even once you’ve reached the deck in question by elevator. “Due to the nature and size of the ships, wheelchairs and scooters are not allowed to be used on board,” a spokesperson told T+L. When the ship is at anchor, it’s only possible to go ashore by tender or Zodiac, both of which could be challenging for those with limited mobility. As Emerald’s FAQ explains: “Guests with limited mobility will require help from a companion, since the crew is limited.” Also of note: many announcements are made only by loudspeaker with no hearing-impaired alternative.

Seven-night sailings on Emerald Sakara start from $2,775 per person, and you can book at emeraldcruises.com .

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