DELANA MAE is a 50’ sailing catamaran in the Virgin Islands with a 5-star crew—Captain RJ and Chef Jenna—delivering a fun, high-touch charter that’s equal parts adventure and ease. Enjoy over 1,500 sq ft of living space and al fresco dining around the teak table while island-inspired meals keep coming. Sleeps up to 8 in 4 cabins: 3 Queen cabins plus 1 “yacht Queen” cabin ideal for 1–2 kids—each with a private ensuite and individual A/C controls. Standouts: yoga mats + resistance bands, 2 paddleboards, underwater scooters, SNUBA + snorkel gear, fishing gear, a 25HP tender, tube, Bluetooth audio, and a 60” Smart TV. Island hopping, done right—DELANA MAE style.
Yacht Description
“A 50ft Lagoon from 2020.”
Specifications
- Length overall
- 50ft / 15.24 m
- Beam
- 8.14m
- Draft
- 1.43m
- Builder
- Lagoon
- Year built
- 2020
- Refit
- 2023
- Type
- Sailing Catamaran
- Cruising speed
- 78 knots
- Engines
- 2 - Yanmar 80HP engines. Onan generator.
- Generator
- Yes
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 2
Charter Price
From $25,000 per week (2 guests), all-inclusive.
All-Inclusive arrangement — expenses covered.
Weekly rate varies by guest count — $25,000 to $28,000 for 2 to 8 guests. Shorter stays: weekly rate ÷ 7 × nights. All prices generated as a guide. Availability subject to confirmation. Gratuity is at the charterer’s discretion.
This yacht charters on all-inclusive terms — fuel, food, drinks and standard running expenses are covered in the charter price, so no APA deposit is added.
Summer Season
Winter Season
- Total guests
- 8
- Total cabins
- 4
- Queen cabins
- 3
- Double cabins
- 1
- Heads
- 3
- Electric heads
- 3
- Showers
- 3
- Basins
- 3
- A/C
- Full
- A/C at night
- yes
4 staterooms for 8 guests.
DELANA MAE is a 50’ sailing catamaran designed for adventure-filled charters through the US Virgin Islands, with a 5-star crew, Captain RJ and Chef Jenna, delivering a fun, high-touch experience from start to finish. With over 1,500 sq. ft. of living space, she offers plenty of room to relax, gather, and enjoy the islands, including al fresco dining around a beautiful teak table while Chef Jenna serves fresh, island-inspired cuisine.
Accommodating up to 8 guests, DELANA MAE offers 4 guest cabins: 3 queen cabins with ensuite bathrooms featuring full showers, electric-flush toilets, and vanities, plus 1 double midship cabin best suited for children. Cabins include individual A/C controls, 110V and USB outlets, and reading lights for added comfort.
Days aboard can be as active or easygoing as guests wish, from swimming with turtles and exploring reefs to beach bar stops, shopping, hiking, and local entertainment. A strong lineup of onboard amenities keeps the fun going, including paddleboards, underwater scooters, SNUBA, snorkel gear, floats, fishing gear, Bluetooth speakers, a 60” Smart TV, tender, tube, yoga mats, resistance bands, and more. With DELANA MAE and crew, island hopping feels effortless, personal, and full of possibility.
- Captain
- RJ
- Nationality
- American
- Languages
- English
- Crew size
- 2
RJ
Captain
Captain RJ Originally from Alaska, Captain RJ began sailing many years ago in Puget Sound, surrounded by the mountains and skyline of Seattle. Eventually, the call of warmer wind and water inspired him to sell his businesses, downsize his life, and move to St. Thomas to become a sailboat captain. Soon after arriving in the USVI, RJ became co-captain of Rumbaba, a lively 39-foot Hunter monohull day charter boat. With beautiful scenery, snorkeling with turtles, grilled lunches, fresh cocktails, and plenty of island charm, each outing became something special for guests, helping Rumbaba earn recognition as one of the top activities on St. Thomas. RJ’s sailing journey later led him back to Puget Sound, where he joined slick racing sailboats and began teaching at Seattle Sailing Club after earning the proper certifications through the U.S. Coast Guard and American Sailing Association. Teaching quickly became a calling, and it was during this chapter that he met Jenna, who shared his curiosity and excitement for a Caribbean sailing life. About six months after an invitation from his original sailing instructor, RJ moved to Grenada to teach term charter sailing. Sight unseen, he immediately fell in love with Grenada and the Grenadines, enjoying the warmth of the people, the beauty of the islands, and the joy of helping students learn to captain boats of their own. Over the years, RJ and Jenna have sailed more than 20,000 nautical miles together, helped graduate over 300 ASA students, earned two Outstanding ASA Instructor of the Year awards, and created hundreds of new friendships along the way. RJ also enjoys scuba diving, kiteboarding, hiking, traveling, and, when stateside, lacing up his skates whenever he can find an ice rink.
Jenna
Chef/Mate
Chef Jenna Chef/First Mate Jenna grew up on Newman Lake, Washington, a beautiful lakeside community outside of Spokane. Her love for boating began at a young age, sitting on her dad’s lap while racing the speedboat from shore to shore. Later, her move to Seattle gave her even more access to life on the water, where she enjoyed sailing Puget Sound, boat camping around the islands and bays, and crewing for the beloved Duck Dodge races on South Lake Union. Jenna first met RJ while he was teaching sailing in Seattle. At the time, she was a lighthearted beer can racing sailor, fascinated by his plans to build a Caribbean sailing life. RJ moved to Grenada, and Jenna soon began joining the adventure, first as an ASA student herself and then for more sailing, exploring, and time on the water. As their shared passion for sailing grew, so did their life together. What began as visits and adventures became a full partnership both personally and professionally. Teaching became a calling for them both, and they began offering private couples’ cruising instruction, helping others with similar dreams learn how to make a sailing life a reality. Together, Jenna and RJ have sailed more than 20,000 nautical miles, helped graduate over 300 ASA students, earned two Outstanding ASA Instructor of the Year awards, and built a life full of new friends, adventure, and unforgettable memories. When she is not sailing, Jenna enjoys scuba diving, kiteboarding, hiking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Stateside, she gets especially excited when she can strap on crampons and climb toward the tallest mountain.
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Crew
- Nude charters
- Yes
- Watermaker
- Yes
- Water capacity
- 480
- Special diets
- Yes
- Kosher
- On inquiry
- Gay charters
- Yes
- Smoking allowed
- Sugar Scoops Only
- Children welcome
- Yes
- Min. child age
- Swim Safe
- Generator
- Yes
- Internet
- Onboard WIFI
- Snorkel gear
- Yes
Full Walkthrough of Delana Mae with Captain Ron and Chef Katy
Captain Ron and Chef Katy provide a detailed tour of the 50-foot Lagoon catamaran Delana Mae, showcasing its exterior spaces, galley, salon, and guest cabins.
This is the cockpit area. This is a great spot to hang out, you know, kick your feet up, have a good time.
Captain Ron 0:11
Galley is where I spend most of my time. You can see we have pretty much everything equipped that you would possibly need.
Chef Katy 2:02
Every cabin is a queen size bed, fully equipped with closet space, drawer space. This one is our master mainly because it has a TV.
Chef Katy 2:48
Onboard Entertainment
REFIT DETAILS: During the 2022/2023 season, Delana Mae has had these items replaced or upgraded: new solar panels, new batteries
Diving
Rendezvous Not Included
Sustainability
Registry & Permits
- Flag
- USA
- Homeport
- St Thomas USVI
- License
- 1
- Permit
- 1
- Insurance
- MHG - London Marine
- Turnaround
- 48 hrs, Inquire for less
Charter Reviews
Patty
Jonna
Sarah & Bryan
Gary + Jeanna
Go Bruins and Celtics
Candy & Jerry
Debbie & Ed
Larry, Judy, Jeanna
RJ and Jenna could not have been more hospitable!! They were so gracious to all of us and made sure we were all individually having a great time.
2. Crew Knowledge:
Jenna really knows her stuff in the kitchen for different dietary preferences, and did a great job making delicious and healthy food for all of us. Her plating and tablescapes were creative and inviting. RJ knows so much about the industry, the area, the boat, the technology...we really enjoyed our talks while underway, and how he pointed out interesting stuff we would have otherwise missed. We learned alot, and not just about Pirates' DIce.
3. Quality of Service:
Top Notch. Everything we asked for, we got, including a swim with a turtle!
4. The Professionalism of Crew:
Jenna and RJ were very professional in what they handled, they worked well together, and they did it in an approachable manner. They are a stellar team.
5. Value of the Cost of the Charter:
We really appreciate everyone handling the change from the original charter to the Delana Mae.
6. On-Board Cuisine:
Outstanding
7. Destination / Location:
USVI are beautiful, and getting to see them from a catamaran makes them more so.
8. Water-Sports:
Great toys to use, especially the Hangout. It was used quite a bit.
9. Overall Satisfaction:
This vacation will be difficult to top. May have to repeat.
10. What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation?
RJ is a champ when it came to photos and videos with his GoPro and the drone. He created a library for us to share our photos, and having those to look back on will always put smiles on our faces. It is difficult to pick just one. In general - how attentive and fun RJ and Jenna were. RJ and Jenna know all the fun things to do! We loved having pizza delivery via dinghy and a great highlight was probably our lunch at Lime Out. Such a unique experience!
Thank you guys for the best week ever! The food, the sights, the wedding, the people watching and amazing memories over all. Looking forward to showing you guys how we "rum wid it" in New Jersey!
Yacht: Southern Charm with RJ & Jenna Portmann
Charter Dates: 05/15/2021 to 05/22/2021
Area Cruised: St. Thomas - USVI
Overall Rating: 5/5
1. Was the crew friendly and accommodating?
The BEST crew we could have ever imagined!
2. Was the yacht comfortable and clean?
ABSOLUTELY!
3. Was the yacht well ventilated?
YES
4. Was the food good and well presented?
The food was beyond our wildest dreams. Every meal was a masterpiece and delicious!
5. Did you like the area you sailed?
YES!
6. Additional comments on your charter?
We had the BEST week and enjoyed every minute of the yacht, the crew, the destinations and the food. We could not have had a better week. Thank you, RJ and Jenna, for the most memorable trip. WE can not wait to come back!
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