Breaux Bay · 38m · 1979, refit 2025 · Caribbean winter
BLU
US$95,000 – US$115,000
per week + expenses
Low season US$95,000 · High season US$115,000 · See all rates
01 · The short version
In short
A 38m Breaux Bay power, built 1979, refitted 2025, for 8 guests in 4 cabins with a crew of 6, chartering the Caribbean in winter, with a hot tub on board.
02 · Rates
What a week aboard costs
Philipsburg, St Maarten · In US dollars
Per week. Plus APA (usually 30 to 40%) and VAT where you cruise.
03 · Photo essay
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32 photos04 · Toys and fun
29 toys across 6 kinds. She is serious about fun on the water: nobody in the group runs out of things to try.
Powered
- 2 x Waverunners - Seadoo Spark
- 2 x Wakeboards
- 2 x Seabobs
- Water skis (adult)
Inflatables and slides
- Towables- laydown
- banana boat
Under the water
- Snorkel gear
- Drone / underwater camera
Gym and wellness
- Exercise equipment Yoga mats
Tenders
- 38 ft Invincible towed tender rigged for fishing
- Fishing gear on 25 ft tender: 1 x deep sea fishing rod
Also on board
- Waterslide (20 ft)
- Aquabana gazebo / jellyfish net (seats 8/10)
- Beach setup: Extra-large gazebo
- Cooler/built-in speakers
- Soundbar
- 2 tables 10 chairs
- Games: badminton
- volleyball
- 2 casting rods
- gaff
- bait net
- tackle box with hooks
- weights
- lures
- etc.
- free weights
- Bossu balls
- stretch bands
05 · Crew and service
6 crew for 8 guests.
06 · About BLU
Experience vintage yachting with modern conveniences aboard BLU - based in St Maarten year round. Built in 1979 by Breaux Bay (Louisiana), she underwent a major reft from 1998-2000 and was nominated for The World Superyacht Awards 2001 Best Refitted Yacht. Under new ownership as of 2024, she has been continually up-graded. BLU accommodates 8 guests in 4 luxurious cabins. The interior boasts details of that former owner’s passion for the 30’s Art Deco cruise line era. Period touches include highly-polished nickel hardware and brushed-oil brass accents. The soft goods color scheme is dove gray. The interior is paneled in cherry throughout with the exception of the VIP Queen Cabin on the Main Deck showcasing bird’s-eye maple. On the exterior, the dark blue hull is paired with the cream-colored superstructure, a traditional and distinctive combination. The Main Salon is furnished with two facing sofas, arm chairs and occasional tables. Forward is a powder room and full service bar which separate the Dining Salon forward (seats 8/10). Below is the well-appointed, full-width Owner’s Suite (amidships); a Queen and a Twin Cabin are forward. The Owner’s Suite bathroom features a Jacuzzi tub and separate shower. The striking mosaic floor is handcrafted in mother-of-pearl with gold leaf trim. Calacatta marble and Lalique crystal faucets offer further Deco enhancements. Forward on the Main Deck is the VIP Queen Cabin. Guest bathrooms feature stone tile and counter tops with hammered nickel sinks and crystal fittings. The Main Deck Aft is furnished with a built-in banquette and dining table for 8/10 guests.
The Sundeck is the most popular option for sunset cocktails and alfresco dining. The raised Jacuzzi is aft with sunpads, 2 umbrellas and a settee on either side forward. The shaded helm station forward offers bench seating for excellent view. Behind the helm startion are port and starboard built-in settees, a bar with 3 stools, a service counter and BBQ. The Main Deck is walk around with access aft to the Sundeck. BLU’s array of toys will please watersport enthusiasts. The Invincible towed tender carries guests to the finest restaurants and luxury shops, or to the beach for a gourmet picnic. Or, serious deep sea fishing!
Key features
- Experience classic American yachting-ideal for friends & family getaways
- Versatile Sundeck with alfresco dining, sun or shaded lounging, bar, BBQ, Jacuzzi aft
- 4 Cabins / 3 below: Full width Owner’s King Suite, Queen, Twin. Plus VIP Queen Cabin on the Main Deck
- Variety of watersport equipment including waverunners, water slide, Seabobs, Aquabana, etc.
- 38 ft Invincible towed tender rigged for serious deep sea fishing
- 2024-26: $1M major refit - all new soft goods & exterior upholstery, carpet, window treatments, tableware, etc.
- 1998-2000: Major refit: Multi-million dollars. Nominated for The World Superyacht Awards 2001 / Best Refitted Yacht
Chartering BLU: questions answered
How much does it cost to charter BLU?
BLU charters US$95,000 – US$115,000 per week, plus running expenses such as fuel, food and drinks, usually paid as an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA). Ahoy Club confirms the exact rate for your dates.
How many guests can BLU take?
BLU sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins, looked after by a crew of 6. For a day charter or event she can take up to 12 guests.
Where can I charter BLU?
BLU is available for charter in Caribbean. Ask Ahoy Club where she is for your dates.
Who built BLU?
BLU is a 38m Breaux Bay yacht, built in 1979 and refitted in 2025. Exterior by Breaux Bay.
How do I book BLU?
Send Ahoy Club your dates and group size with the enquiry button on this page. A charter broker checks her availability, confirms the rate and sends the charter agreement.
07 · Specifications
Qantas Points Terms & Conditions apply View terms
*Earn Points: To earn Qantas Points you must be a Qantas Frequent Flyer member. Members will earn 2 Qantas Points per A$1 spent on Australian boat bookings, day charters, boat charters and transfers on Ahoy Club, Ahoy Days and Floatspace. Members will earn 1 Qantas Point per A$1 equivalent spent on international boat bookings, day charters, boat charters and transfers with Ahoy Club, Ahoy Days and Floatspace. Members will also earn Qantas Points (at the same respective rates) on food and beverage packages added to all bookings. For eligible bookings paid in foreign currency, Qantas Points are calculated based on the total booking price converted to Australian dollars using the exchange rate determined by Ahoy Club at the time of payment. Any Qantas Points displayed during the booking process are estimates only and are calculated using the exchange rate at the date of booking. To earn Qantas Points, a member must add their Qantas Frequent Flyer details to their booking at time of booking. Members won’t earn points if a booking is cancelled prior to departure. If a booking is amended, points will be awarded based on the final total value of the transaction.
Use Points: To use Qantas Points on a booking, members must use a minimum of 4,000 Qantas Points and book the charter via Ahoy Club, Ahoy Days or Floatspace. You must provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer number at the point of booking. Alternatively, if you are making a booking over the phone after providing the Ahoy booking agent your Qantas Frequent Flyer number and surname. You will then be prompted to select how many Qantas Points you would like to use by clicking on the Qantas Frequent Flyer card in the Qantas App. A member can choose to use Qantas Points to cover the entire value of a booking product or, choose to use a portion of Qantas Points via Points Plus Pay, where the remaining balance can be paid using an accepted form of payment. Members who want to use Qantas Points to cover some or all of their booking total and want to pay a deposit when booking more than 45 days in advance, need to contact Ahoy Club. Membership and Qantas Points are subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program Terms and Conditions.
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US$95,000 – US$115,000
per week + expenses