PARADIGM SHIFT Yacht Description
PARADIGM SHIFT is a luxurious 50-foot 2011 St. Francis catamaran with three guest suites (2 queen's and 1 doubles) each with a private en-suite head (electric toilet, separate showers and vanity/sink). The main salon has a fully applianced galley plus full dining area with flat screen TV for watching movies. The spacious cockpit offers lots of the same for lounging and dining alfresco. The huge forward deck and trampolines can accommodate all guests with sunbathing room to spare. Ideal for two or three couples or couples with children. Lots of water toys, 3 SUP boards, Crystal Clear 2 person kayak, Tube, kneeboards, 14 ft aluminum AB Dinghy with 40 hp Honda.
Chef Bonnie is a world class, self taught chef , she won first place in both the Summer Canape and Healthy Cocktail competition at the 2015 Newport Charter Boat Show and is not responsible for how much weight you gain in a week! Captain Steve is a veteran of the North Atlantic fishing fleet from Maine who has spent his whole life on the water.
Offered by DMA Yachting, the impressive charter yacht PARADIGM SHIFT is a 50 ft sailing catamaran. The primary distinction of PARADIGM SHIFT are her impeccable styling and alfresco dining areas. PARADIGM SHIFT spends the summer season in the Bahamas. She was completed by the ship builder St. Francis in 2011. A comprehensive refit was fulfilled in Constantly-2021. The well-planned yacht layout features 3 large cabins and comfortably accommodates a maximum of 6 guests.
PARADIGM SHIFT is introduced primarily as a sailing catamaran. The the heart of the yacht is the main saloon, which connects to the aft deck. The aft deck features a variety of seating areas and that's where most of the meals are served. The tasteful cabins are located in the 2 massive hulls. The cabins are located below the main saloon, connected by stairs (inquire about handicapped access). Multiple portholes provide a connection with the natural world outside.
The sailboat features (2) Yanmar 54hp 9Kw generator engines and a generator.
Accommodation
1 master queen berth cabin with private ensuite head (shower, tub, electric toilet & vanity with sink), 2 queen berth cabins with private ensuite heads (shower, electric toilet & vanity with sink), 1 double berth crew cabin, with private ensuite head (shower, electric toilet & vanity with sink), large cockpit for lounging and dining, lovely main salon with galley and seating for 6 for cocktails, games or meals, large trampoline forward.What is the cabin arrangement of PARADIGM SHIFT?
- 3 VIP cabins
PARADIGM SHIFT
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Weekly price: $16,000 - $23,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 50'
- # of Guests: 6
- # of Cabins: 3
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: St. Francis
- Consumption: 1.5 US Gall/Hr
- Cruising Speed: 7.5 kts
- Max. Speed: 12 kts
- Built Year: 2011
- Refit: Constantly-2021
- Turnaround: 48 hrs
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PARADIGM SHIFT Charter Price Details
| Season Name | 2 guests | 3 guests | 4 guests | 5 guests | 6 guests | 7 guests | 8 guests | 9 guests | 10 guests | 11 guests | 12 guests |
| Summer 2025 | $16,000 | $17,000 | $18,000 | $19,000 | $20,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2025 to 2026 | $16,000 | $17,000 | $18,000 | $19,000 | $20,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2026 | $16,000 | $17,000 | $18,000 | $19,000 | $20,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2026 to 2027 | $16,000 | $17,000 | $18,000 | $19,000 | $20,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Price Details
Price from: USD16,000
High season rate: USD23,000
Cruising Grounds: Virgin Islands & Spanish Virgin Islands
Pick Up/Drop Off: Crown Bay Marina / Other port: YHG, Red Hook, STJ or BVI (limited to 7 per year)
Yacht: Based in St. Thomas. USVI pick up and Drop off preferred, but BVI ports also accepted (please check with CA for availability.
No more than 7 BVI pick ups in a year.
BVI Customs & Cruising Permit Fees: Included
This Yacht NOW Offers Spanish Virgin Islands Charters
Yacht will be offering charters in Grenada starting late July.
FULL BOARD CHARTERS REQUIRE 3 LUNCHES AND 3 DINNERS TO BE TAKEN ASHORE.
GENERAL RATES NOTE: All rates are for one week / 7 nights.
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
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JULY & AUGUST CHARTERS IN GRENADA
**GRENADA ITINERARY**
FULL-BOARD ONLY. 5 NIGHT MIN INQUIRE FOR LESS.
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 4 dinners; 3 lunches & 3 dinners ashore at client's expense. Additional meals can be offered on the boat @ $25 per person per meal
2@$16,000 | 3@$17,000 | 4@$18,000 | 5@$19,000 | 6@$20,000
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2024/2025 NOVEMBER THRU APRIL
**US & SPANISH VIRGIN ISLANDS ONLY ITINERARY**
FULL-BOARD ONLY. 5 NIGHT MIN INQUIRE FOR LESS.
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 4 dinners; 3 lunches & 3 dinners ashore at client's expense. Additional meals can be offered on the boat @ $25 per person per meal
2@$16,000 | 3@$17,000 | 4@$18,000 | 5@$19,000 | 6@$20,000
HALF-BOARD OPTION:
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Other meals ashore at client expense.
$500.00 special discount off regular rate plus an additional $150.00 per person discount
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**BVI ITINERARY INCLUDING USVI PORTS - 7 CHARTERS PER SEASON**
FULL-BOARD ONLY. 7 NIGHT MIN
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 4 dinners; 3 lunches & 3 dinners ashore at client's expense. Additional meals can be offered on the boat @ $25 per person per meal
2@$18,000 | 3@$19,000 | 4@$20,000 | 5@$22,000 | 6@$23,000
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24/25 HOLIDAYS
RATE - $24,500 (up to 6 guests) -- 10 days or two one week charters with 48 hours turnaround in between
7 night minimum - Requires 3 lunches and 3 dinners to be taken ashore at client expense.
Christmas Dates: December 19th - 26th
New Year: December 28th - January 4th
**SEE BROKER NOTES FOR MORE INFORMATION - WAIVER REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO CONTRACT**
Cruising Grounds: Virgin Islands & Spanish Virgin Islands
Pick Up/Drop Off: Crown Bay Marina / Other port: YHG, Red Hook, STJ or BVI (limited to 7 per year)
Yacht: Based in St. Thomas. USVI pick up and Drop off preferred, but BVI ports also accepted (please check with CA for availability.
No more than 7 BVI pick ups in a year.
BVI Customs & Cruising Permit Fees: Included
This Yacht NOW Offers Spanish Virgin Islands Charters
Yacht will be offering charters in Grenada starting late July.
FULL BOARD CHARTERS REQUIRE 3 LUNCHES AND 3 DINNERS TO BE TAKEN ASHORE.
GENERAL RATES NOTE: All rates are for one week / 7 nights.
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
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JULY & AUGUST CHARTERS IN GRENADA
**GRENADA ITINERARY**
FULL-BOARD ONLY. 5 NIGHT MIN INQUIRE FOR LESS.
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 4 dinners; 3 lunches & 3 dinners ashore at client's expense. Additional meals can be offered on the boat @ $25 per person per meal
2@$16,000 | 3@$17,000 | 4@$18,000 | 5@$19,000 | 6@$20,000
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2024/2025 NOVEMBER THRU APRIL
**US & SPANISH VIRGIN ISLANDS ONLY ITINERARY**
FULL-BOARD ONLY. 5 NIGHT MIN INQUIRE FOR LESS.
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 4 dinners; 3 lunches & 3 dinners ashore at client's expense. Additional meals can be offered on the boat @ $25 per person per meal
2@$16,000 | 3@$17,000 | 4@$18,000 | 5@$19,000 | 6@$20,000
HALF-BOARD OPTION:
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Other meals ashore at client expense.
$500.00 special discount off regular rate plus an additional $150.00 per person discount
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**BVI ITINERARY INCLUDING USVI PORTS - 7 CHARTERS PER SEASON**
FULL-BOARD ONLY. 7 NIGHT MIN
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 4 dinners; 3 lunches & 3 dinners ashore at client's expense. Additional meals can be offered on the boat @ $25 per person per meal
2@$18,000 | 3@$19,000 | 4@$20,000 | 5@$22,000 | 6@$23,000
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24/25 HOLIDAYS
RATE - $24,500 (up to 6 guests) -- 10 days or two one week charters with 48 hours turnaround in between
7 night minimum - Requires 3 lunches and 3 dinners to be taken ashore at client expense.
Christmas Dates: December 19th - 26th
New Year: December 28th - January 4th
**SEE BROKER NOTES FOR MORE INFORMATION - WAIVER REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO CONTRACT**
PARADIGM SHIFT Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
SatPhone for emergencies.
Sirius XM radio with speakers through including bow.
WiFi hot spots are numerous in the BVI
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Crew Information
Captain
Chef and Mate
Captain: Kendall White
Captain Kendall
Captain Kendall is a lifelong waterman whose sailing journey began on the shores of Maryland and has taken him across oceans. Holding a USCG 100 Ton Master’s License, advanced medical certifications, and thousands of miles under sail—including a transatlantic crossing aboard a 52’ catamaran—Kendall brings seasoned seamanship and calm, confident command to every charter.
His connection to the sea runs deep. At just 14, Kendall was working the crab boats of the Chesapeake Bay. By high school, he was racing Hobie Cats and exploring the coastline aboard Catalina sailboats. His twelve years of service in the U.S. Navy sharpened his discipline and navigation skills, including four years stationed in Sardinia, where he refined his yacht-handling aboard a 12-meter Bruce Roberts cutter in the Mediterranean.
Today, Kendall is right where he belongs—sharing his passion for the water with guests aboard Paradigm Shift. As captain, his approach is equal parts professional and personal. He’s known for his easygoing nature, thoughtful leadership, and deep love for creating unforgettable moments under sail. Guests consistently remark on how quickly they feel at ease aboard, free to relax and truly disconnect.
Ask anyone who knows Kendall, and they’ll tell you—few people are more at home on the water. The only one who might rival him is his wife and first mate, Kari.
Chef Kari
Kari is a foodie at heart—believing the table is where everyone can come together to share love, connection, and joy. Her travels to Italy, Greece, Mexico, and Japan have deeply influenced her culinary style, bringing global inspiration to every plate she prepares. She holds STCW safety training and an advanced certificate from The Private Chef Academy.
Kari grew up in California’s Central Valley, where the aromas of her family’s café helped shape her earliest culinary memories. As a young adult, she worked in many of the beloved restaurants of the Monterey Peninsula, including Il Fornaio Cucina Italiana and the world-renowned Pebble Beach Resort. There, she developed a love for freshly caught seafood, seasonal produce, and bold, vibrant flavors—elements that continue to define her cooking today.
As chef and first mate aboard Paradigm Shift, Kari brings a laid-back, California-coastal approach to her cuisine—colorful, clean, and deeply satisfying. Her dishes highlight fresh herbs, citrus, and subtle spices, crafted with a nurturing spirit that makes guests feel truly cared for from the very first bite.
Kari’s inclusive, grounding energy comes naturally—she’s a mom herself and instinctively creates a space where guests feel safe, seen, and well-fed. Whether she’s serving island-style drinks and appetizers, guiding a morning stretch on deck, or leading a paddleboard session in a quiet anchorage, Kari helps guests exhale, feel at home, and savor every moment. Together with her husband, Captain Kendall, she brings ease, warmth, and joy to life on the water.
Menu
Winner of Best Canapes and Best Healthy Cocktail at the 2015 Newport Charter Yacht Show!
DAY BREAK
Toast and preserves, freshly baked pastries
Fresh teas and coffees
Blueberry Pancakes
Served with bananas or bacon and maple syrup.
Eggs Benedict
With homemade Béarnaise sauce.
Croissant Sandwich
Filled with ham, eggs, and cheese.
French Toast
Served with fresh fruit and pure maple syrup.
Breakfast Burritos
Scrambled eggs with all the fixings.
Bacon & Spinach Quiche
Served with fresh fruit.
MIDDAY
Prawn & Mango Salad
With coriander and lime mayonnaise.
Baja Style Fish Tacos
Creamy coleslaw and salsa fresca.
Homemade Gourmet Burgers
With all the trimmings.
Home-Baked Pizza
Toppings of your choice.
Asian Chicken Salad
Served with a sesame ginger dressing.
Pepperoni Caesar Pasta Salad
Crab & Mango Stuffed Tomato
Served with sliced avocado.
Gourmet Wraps
Hummus spread, tomato, onion, and choice of meats and cheeses, served with chips.
Zingy Pesto Tuna Wrap
Served with salad.
Savory Crêpes
Filled with spinach, bacon, ground beef, and mushrooms.
HORS D’OEUVRES
Thai Crab Cakes
With lime crème fraîche.
Conch Fritters
Served with sweet chili sauce.
Hot Artichoke & Spinach Dip
Baked Brie
Wrapped in puff pastry, served with crackers.
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
In essence.
Super Nachos
Chicken Satay Skewers
MAIN
Chicken Breast
With coconut, coriander, and mixed vegetable rice.
Seafood Crêpes
With prawn, cream, and vermouth sauce.
Ginger-Glazed Mahi Mahi
Served with rice.
Seafood Linguine
Seafood served in a creamy wine sauce over linguini.
Pork Chops
Served with winter squash and a sweet cranberry dressing.
Butter-Seared Fish of the Day
With harvested pea rice, spicy courgette, and green bean salad.
Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry
With vegetables, served over rice.
Elegant Chicken Bryan
With baby potatoes and broccoli.
Fettuccine Alfredo
Served with chicken or shrimp.
Grilled Lobster Tails
With corn on the cob and green salad.
DESSERT
Cheesecake Crêpe Roll-Ups
Banana Spring Rolls
Served with vanilla ice cream.
Chocolate Brownie Sundaes
Fresh Apple Cobbler
Served with ice cream.
Fruit Tart
With cream cheese filling.
Original Cheesecake
With warm blueberry topping.
SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
Makin’ Memories Rum Punch
Mango, coconut, and pineapple rum, dark rum, orange and pineapple juice, grenadine.
Tropical Margarita
100% De Agave tequila, Madhava Organic Amber Agave, sweet and sour mix, pineapple and passion fruit juice, fresh lime.
Sunshine Sailing
Vodka, blue curaçao, sweet and sour mix, fresh lemon.
Caribbean Crush
Vodka, peach schnapps, cranberry, orange and pineapple juice, fresh lime.
Island Breeze Martini
Coconut rum, vodka, pineapple juice, grenadine.
Island Mule
Coconut rum, lime juice, ginger beer.
VIRGIN ISLANDS INFAMOUS COCKTAILS
Bushwacker
Invented in 1975 at the Ship’s Store, Sapphire Pub at Sapphire Village in St. Thomas, this creamy, chocolate piña colada-style cocktail is made with dark rum, Kahlua, crème de cacao, Coco Lopez (cream of coconut), and milk, spun in a blender with ice.
Painkiller
Created in the 1970s at the Soggy Dollar Bar in the British Virgin Islands, this fun and fruity mix features Pusser’s Rum, pineapple, orange, and Coco Lopez, served over ice with freshly grated nutmeg.
Reviews
Best,
Patti
Sealy & Mark Hopkinson
Chuck Allen & Rilla DeLorier
I wanted to convey our appreciation and gratitude for the care and attention to detail you both showed us on our wonderful Christmas / New Years charter….Nicole and I had fabulous week, Bonnies’ food was exceptional... the freshness , variety and portions were perfect for us. Captain Steve was able to fast track the paperwork required to enter the BVI which was our goal on this trip as we had been denied entry in 2020 due to Covid restrictions. All in all an amazing trip, both relaxing and fun when we needed it…best charter ever! Thanks again Steve & Bonnie..
PS: We miss Sailor dog every minute and hope you are sneaking treats to her in our absence!!
Best,
Bernard and Nicole
Bonnie, Steve and the Paradigm Shift exceeded all expectations. This is not our first rodeo. We have enjoyed sailing in the BVI's many times but this was, by far, our best overall experience, even though Covid limited our cruising area. Bonnie and Steve knew where to take us to maximize our experience. Snorkeling off Culebra was a highlight. We will definitely be back on the Paradigm Shift!
Dear Bonnie, Steve and Sailor,
We knew this would be a trip of a lifetime but thank you for making it better than we could have ever imagined! You guys ROCK!
Bonnie and Steve were awesome!! We can’t imagine a better week. They were more than accommodating!! The boat is perfect and you can tell they take pride in it. Bonnie is an awesome cook and nailed every meal....and drink😉
They are amazing people and we had a ton of fun with them. They were a perfect match for us. Hopefully they had fun with us 🙂
We can’t wait to get back!!!
We chartered it for a day for a work retreat with my New York office. Our group was 12. It was fantastic. The boat is new and spotless, Bonnie's food was outstanding (think high expectations for big-city foodies), and Steve was a great captain, making sure we went to the best places for our group and pulling out all the toys for us throughout the day (tubing, snorkel gear, SUPs, games, etc.)!
I have seen most of the charters in the VI so this review should save a lot of research time. If you like new and clean, high-quality food, the best layout of a catamaran I have seen, and a very professional and fun host couple, this is your boat. I will be taking my family on an overnight charter next.
Jeff Picket
Visited December 2015
You will not be surprised that I went the full 20%, deposit balance plus check. For something that was lined up at the last minute it was great. Many thanks to you. If they ever need references, happy to provide (or you can just use this note!) Warm regards, G
PS - I won’t forget you for next year! With better notice.
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