Serenity Yacht Charters

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Crew

#Crew: 3

Captain: Alex Goineau

Nation: USA/Canada

Licenses:

Chef Hostess: Chef Manon Tremblier

Nation: France

Licenses:

Alex Goineau Captain

Valérie Michaud First Mate/Stewardess

Manon Tremblier Chef

Captain Alexandre Goineau

Born in Florida in 1989, Captain Alexandre discovered his passion for the sea at an early age, navigating diverse waters across the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean. His background as a transport and towing business owner equipped him with exceptional management and problem-solving skills, which he has seamlessly transitioned into his maritime career.

In 2020, Alexandre pursued his lifelong dream of becoming a captain, earning his license and building extensive experience at sea. As a delivery captain for Marine 360, he logged countless nautical miles and mastered a variety of vessels, cementing his reputation as a versatile and skilled professional.

Now proudly at the helm of Serenity, Captain Alex combines his vast maritime expertise with a passion for delivering unforgettable charter experiences. His insider knowledge of the best hidden gems and must-visit spots, paired with his enthusiasm for all water sports, ensures guests enjoy an adventure like no other. With Captain Alex leading the way, every moment aboard Serenity is filled with excitement, relaxation, and the magic of the ocean.
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Chef Manon Tremblier

Chef Manon Tremblier is celebrated for her exceptional French-Caribbean fusion cuisine, delighting guests with every dish she creates. Her passion for the ocean and fresh, locally inspired flavors led her to join Serenity as its Chef. Guests often rave about her culinary artistry, with one remarking, “It felt like dining in a Michelin-star restaurant every night—every meal was spectacular.”

Originally from France, Manon honed her skills across the globe, working in France, Scotland, Canada, and now The Bahamas. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Restaurant Management from the prestigious Institut Paul Bocuse and brings her expertise in classic French gastronomy to the tropical flavors of the Caribbean, crafting unforgettable dining experiences.

Manon’s adventurous spirit, warmth, and passion for creating extraordinary meals ensure every guest’s dining experience aboard Serenity is nothing short of magical. Prepare for a journey of flavors as she transforms fresh, local ingredients into masterpieces, making your time in the Exumas truly unforgettable!
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First Mate/Stewardess Valérie Michaud

Born in Montreal to a family passionate about the nautical world, Valérie developed a love for boating at a young age, earning her pleasure craft operator card in Quebec at just 10 years old. With 18 years of experience in the restaurant industry, she cultivated exceptional skills in service, hospitality, and attention to detail.

In 2022, Valérie blended her passion for service with her love of the sea, transitioning to a full-time career as a stewardess and first mate. Since then, she has accumulated hundreds of days at sea, working aboard yachts up to 80 feet across the United States, The Bahamas, and Canada.

Valérie’s dedication to guest comfort and her impeccable attention to detail make her an outstanding stewardess aboard Serenity. Her warm demeanor, professionalism, and expertise ensure every guest enjoys a truly unforgettable experience, from seamless service to unparalleled hospitality. Valérie takes pride in creating an atmosphere where guests can relax, explore, and make lasting memories on the water.

Sample Menu

Breakfast

Beverages: All breakfasts served with fresh regular or decaf coffee, assortment of teas and juices. Fruit smoothies can be made upon request.

Mix of Continental and Cooked as Pre-requested

Beverages: All breakfasts served with fresh regular or decaf coffee, assortment of teas and juices. Fruit smoothies can be made upon request.

Buffet style continental breakfast:

Spread of fresh products from local market
Fresh Bread, Rolls, and Muffins
Cereals (Crunchy Muesli, Corn Flakes, Oats, Granola, Requested Brand)
Oatmeal various types
Dairy Products (Milk, Butter, Yogurt)
Fresh Fruit Platter (or Fruit Salad)

Cooked Options:

Eggs (Sunny Side Up, Poached, Scrambled, Boiled, Over Easy/Medium/Done)
Bacon and Sausages
Pancakes (blueberry, banana, or buttermilk pancakes)
French Toast
Eggs Benedict - toasted muffins with poached eggs and hollandaise sauce,
Smoked salmon bagel with organic cream cheese, lemon and capers
Breakfast sandwiches or burrito with fried eggs, tomato, cheese, bacon
Avocado Toast

Lunch

Lunches are fresh and light, served with fresh ingredients and a choice of beverages and include entrées such as:

Shrimp, Chicken or Steak Kabobs
Chicken, Mahi, Seared Tuna, or Shrimp blackened on a classic caesar salad
Bacon-Blue Cheese Stuffed Burgers with savory sweet potato fries “Cheeseburgers in Paradise”
Fish Tacos with blackened fresh local Mahi-mahi, cilantro lime coleslaw, topped with pineapple salsa
Fresh Captain caught Bahamian Conch Salad
Hand harvested lobster rolls (when in season)
Grouper Spinach Salad
Pineapple braised chicken breast or shrimp quesadillas
Mango Chicken Salad served with stuffed Croissants
Lobster Cobb Salad with Artichoke, Celery, Fennel & Fresh Palm Hearts
Fiesta Steak, Chicken, or Shrimp Fajitas with Assorted Salsas and Vegetable
Bahamian Curry Chicken Wrap (Pulled chicken with mayonnaise, celery and dried cranberries seasoned with curry)
Chipotle Pulled Chicken Sliders with tangy potato salad
Mediterranean Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken served with Pita and Hummus
Customized Beach Picnic: various salads, grilled chicken wraps, local fruits, charcuterie and sandwiches

Beverages: Iced Tea, Lemonade, Soft Drinks, and Open Bar

Happy Hour

Whether you sip Prosecco, sample the yacht’s specialty drink of the day or enjoy your “go to” favorite cocktail, the chef will serve some pre-dinner hors d’oeuvres or amuse-bouche. Here are some example options:

Caribbean Conch Fritters
Plantains wrapped in Bacon with Maple Syrup
Black Bean Nachos
Bruschetta
Shrimp Cocktail
Fresh Ceviche
Spinach Artichoke Dip served with Pita Crisps
Buffalo Wings with homemade blue cheese dressing
Quesadilla bites
Homemade guacamole and mango salsa with chips.
Assorted Hummus with Warm Pita Bread and Veggie Sticks
Charcuterie board assorted fruits, cheeses, and aged salamis accompanied by a variety of pickles, nuts and served with an array of crackers.
Soft baked brie topped with jam and wrapped in phyllo pastry, served with fruit and crackers
Bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers.
Coconut Crunch Chicken Strips with a Creamy Honey Mango Dipping Sauce
Grilled Shrimp with a Mango-Jalapeno Dipping Sauce
Assortment of cold dips - Served with an array of fresh crudités

Beverages: Iced Tea, Lemonade, Soft Drinks, Signature Cocktail of the Day, and Open Bar

Dinner

You can dine in your t-shirt and shorts yet you will be served like royalty. Dinner begins with either a soup or salad and is served with fresh breads, fresh vegetables, and a selection of beverages. The entrée is followed by dessert and cordials on deck. After dinner, your captain will meet with you to plan your next day’s itinerary. Sample dinner menus include:

Sushi Lovers Dinner: Freshest sushi and sashimi platter filled with local wahoo, tuna, mahi, lobster, salmon tartare, and more.
Grilled Bahamian Hogfish with fried plantains and Bahamian peas & rice
Shrimp Alfredo over angel hair pasta
Lobster Quesadilla stuffed with peppers, cheese and creamy sauce.
Pan Seared Grouper with plantain mashed potatoes and mango salsa
Grilled Mahi Mahi with mango salsa, lemon basmati rice and spinach
Seared Scallops with lemon
Seafood Fettuccini with steamed green vegetables
Seared Grilled Tuna topped with mango papaya salsa and drizzled with balsamic glaze
Teriyaki marinated tuna steaks with a wasabi sauce, cream mashed potatoes, red cabbage
Baked Salmon with steamed vegetables, sauteed potatoes or rice
Caribbean Fish and Chips
Lobster Tails with risotto: lobster tails grilled in their shells with dill butter & sea salt, creamy risotto.
Surf and Turf Dinner with a rosemary beurre-blanc and hollandaise
Slow Cooked Caribbean Barbecue Baby Back Ribs
Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon with mashed potatoes, red wine sauce
Wagyu Beef New York Strip with grilled zucchini, squash and red onions
Spaghetti carbonara prepared in a white wine cream sauce with pancetta, onions and parsley
Mango Chicken Curry served on a bed of rice with naan bread with garlic butter
Caribbean Chicken with pineapple cilantro rice and broccoli avocado salad.
Jerk Chicken Kebabs - Caribbean marinated chicken breasts grilled to perfection plated with coconut rice and topped with a mango salsa.

Desserts

Rum Mousse with Fresh Fruit
Oven Roasted Banana Rum Cheesecake
Classic Key Lime Pie
Seasonal Fruit Crisp with Oatmeal Crumble Topping
Chocolate Lava cake with a black berry glaze, whipped cream and hazelnuts
Chocolate Mousse Parfait
Bananas Foster with Vanilla Ice Cream
Pineapple Rum Upside-Down Cake
Fresh Caribbean peaches roasted in a vanilla brown sugar glaze served with a scoop of ice cream.
A delightful chocolate charcuterie board
Chocolate fondue
Whipped Sorbet made with Fresh Frozen Fruit
Fresh fruit and cheese selection

Beverages: Iced Tea, Lemonade, Soft Drinks, and Open Bar.

Ship's Bar

Soft drinks, sodas, water, beers are available all day for your enjoyment according to your preference sheet.

Example Selection:

Bud/Bud Lite/Coors Lite/Corona/Miller Lite/Caribe/Kalik
A selection of Red & White Wines are served with dinner
Premium spirits, wines, speciality liqueurs can be added according to guest preferences

Any Time Self-Serve Snacks

Sweet Assortment of Snacks:

Granola Oat Bars
Fruit Bars
Honey roasted nuts
Fruit gummies
Chocolate
Cookies

Salty Assortment of Snacks:

Nuts
Chips
Popcorn

Preference Sheet

Guests will be asked to complete their preference sheet and submit 30 days prior to their charter.

Unforgettable Experience with Captain Yves

Embarking on a sailboat trip with Captain Yves in the Bahamas was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we stepped aboard, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a wealth of knowledge about the islands. Captain Yves skillfully navigated us through crystal-clear waters, taking us to hidden coves and pristine beaches that we could have only dreamed of. The trip was not just about the destination but the journey itself, filled with laughter, adventure, and moments of pure bliss as we sailed under the Caribbean sun. Additionally, Captain Yves played a special role in our journey by officiating our wedding ceremony on one of the most gorgeous islands. His heartfelt words and serene backdrop of the Bahamian seas and sunset made our union even more magical and memorable. We're forever grateful for the extraordinary memories created on our trip in the Bahamas. It was truly an unparalleled adventure that will remain etched in our hearts forever
Charlotte

Super knowledgeable about the areas

I've done two amazing trips with Captain Yves, and the only way I would do this again, would be with Captain Yves. He is the star of the show and the reason why we had such a blast. We watched him fish for our food and listened to amazing stories. He was always of the theory that we could do what we wanted on the boat, his lips were always sealed, so we felt like we had total privacy to just be us. He is super knowledgeable about the areas we sail, a true lover of the ocean, and he is just a really nice, happy-go-lucky, positive man that brings the party wherever we go.

I would love to do trip #3 with him at some point, soon.
Margarida

Trip of a Lifetime

Flashback to the TRIP of a LIFETIME!
(The world shutdown due to COVID a few days after we got back).

Captain Kerouac took our dream vacation to the NEXT level for us with his enthusiasm, passion, knowledge, skill and pure joie de vivre! This trip was perfection from start to finish and we found a friend in Captain Yves. He was just incredible and even officiated our friends’ wedding. We would wholeheartedly recommend this experience to anyone … but only if Captain Yves is at the helm!
Sandi & friends

Merci un million!

Merci un million de fois Capitaine Yves. Merci de nous avoir fait découvrir les merveilleux Exumas. Merci pour ton accueil, ta générosité et ta bonne humeur.

Merci Yves de nous avoir proposé ce voyage unique. Il est au sommet de mes plus belles vacances! Tu es un homme passionné et sur son X. Tu as su partager ton amour des Bahamas et de tous ses joyaux.

Merci pour ta grande generosité, j'en suis très reconnaissante. Il fallait venir pour tout comprendre... et avoir le goût d'y revenir.

Marie-Chantal et Guy-Renaud

Most Beautiful Places on the Planet

It's hard to describe the Joy and elation Julie and I experienced this past week! You've made our dream come true. We spent the week exploring some of the most beautiful places on the planet and at the same time with a way that made us appreciate that mother earth is to be respected.

l check your tides; watch the rocks when snorkling! I've had one of the most relaxing yet exciting weeks of my life aboard Dream Beauty with you Julie and Mike and Paola and for that

I am eternally grateful!

Peace out and see you soon !
Mike and Julie

I feel lucky to explore this part of the world...

Thank you so much for your time, care, and spirit. I feel so lucky to have the opportunity to explore this part of the world with all the people that I love. We were all so fortunate to have Captain Yves again and to meet Chef Brian. I can't wait to do it again. Thank you
Athena.

Thank you so much for an unforgettable experience!

Captain Yves - Thank you so much for an unforgettable experience! We truly enjoyed all the adventures! Walker does not want to get off the boat! Your love of sailing and the sea shows in the customer experience. We hope to book another adventure with you in the future. Thank you for making this so memorable for our family

Chef - You are so talented! What can we say? The food was absolutely amazing. We enjoyed ever meal! Your creativity is the most enjoyable. The lobster on Thanksgiving was the favorite!! Thanks for making the Holiday so special. Also Thank you fur accommodating Walker and Maddie with the daily waffles !!
Thank you BOTH!! Enjoyed Every minute!

All the best
The Francks & McCalleys

Serenity Charter - March 2 - 9, 2024

Client review via their broker:

Did you and your guests feel comfortable aboard SERENITY?
Yes

Was the yacht in the condition you expected and as it was represented?
Yes

Were the crew professional, and did they provide the level of service you would expect aboard a luxury yacht?
The crew was amazing. The captain, Oliver, was very knowledge about the area and was very thoughtful in planning out our agenda. Dion, was very attentive to our needs without being overbearing. Manon, our chef, was incredible. It was as if we were dining in a Michelin star restaurant every night. Every meal was spectacular.

Was there anything exceptional about your charter or anything the crew did that would stand out?
They were attentive without being overbearing. Friendly and responsive to our needs.

Was the itinerary what you had expected? Were there any locations or activities you enjoyed most or did not enjoy?
Yes...everything was great.

Would you say the food provided by your Chef met your expectations, could have been better, exceptional, or other?
Beyond exceeded.

Would you charter this yacht again or recommend it for charter?
YES.

Guest Comment

“Captain David takes extra special care of his guests and crew on board. David is always willing to teach us along the way whether it’s about sailing, safety, spear fishing, sharing knowledge about the islands, water, marine life, culture… and the list goes on. He is an extremely patient person and is great with kids and adults. He is a good man, who genuinely cares about the people he is around and the ocean/environment he is sailing on.”

Guest Comment

What an unbelievable week in the Bahamas! This trip for exceeding our expectation, the food, the adventures, the new friends. Truly – you two outdid yourselves! We feel so lucky to have been the recipients of your hospitality. I am quite sure we will be talking about the exquisite meals, the beautiful hikes, the many snorkels, the games, the dinghy rides, for many years to come! Hope to see you both again soon! Anne and Jason

Tennis Star Engagement Celebration On Board Serenity

These 10 days have been unforgettable for all of us? We can’t thank enough to all of the crew for making this holiday the best ones! Everything you did was perfect in all aspects and you make us feel part of this fantastic family! Thanks again and I really hope to see you soon again! -Rafael Nadal

Guest Ashley Nolan

Thank you for this incredible week on Serenity. Our incredible Captain David led us to explore colorful corals, sea turtles, fish, and also gave us the courage to swim with sharks! Chef Monica meals were extraordinary. Dion showed us his singing and dancing talent (Bob Marley) during our onboard karaoke night. - Alexandre and Marc-Antoine

Spruling Family Guest Comments

When you imagine a “dream” vacation, you dream Big…you imagine perfection and hope that you come close. We surpassed perfection. This vessel was glorious and the crew was superb. They made every day an adventure and every evening Roxanne welcomed us with culinary “love”. By the end of the week, we have left our hears on board and cannot wait to return to collect them. - The Spurling Family

More Serenity Guest Book Comments

This trip has been above and beyond anything we have ever dreamt from the perfect boat, crew … everything was perfect. Thank you for sharing your sweet Serenity! - John & Niki Chambers

Merci pour tous ces fabuleux moments avec vous, on va s’en souvenirs pour toujours vous êtes fantastiques. Merci x 1000. - Mick and Marie-Eve

Fidèle à votre habitude, nous avons été reçu comme des rois. Je ne vous dirai jamais assez merci! Votre générosité est légendaire et exemplaire. Merci ! - Marc-André

It has been an incredible experience! Thank you all for being so nice and enjoyable. We love this crew! Hope to see you soon! - Kyra

Specifications

Serenity

63 Feet

Cat

#Pax:8

Draft:4.3

Cabin Configuration:4 Queen(s)

Wash Basins:4

TP in Heads:

A/C:Full

Cruising Speed:

Length:63 Feet

Make:Lagoon

Showers:4

Heads:4

Helipad:No

Engines/Generators:

Max Speed:

Beam:32

# Cabins:4

Tubs:0

Elec. Heads:4

Jacuzzi:No

Year Built:2019

Locations

Pref. Pick-up:Nassau, Bahamas

C. Permit:Not Included

Other Pick-up:Exumas, Bahamas

License:Not Included

Turn-around:2 Days

MCA Compliance:No

Amenities

Salon Stereo:0

Device Hookups:

Deck Shower:0

Kosher:Inq

Hairdryers:0

Pets Aboard:No

Minimum Age:

Wheel Chair Access:No

Water Maker:

Ice Maker:0

Sailing Instructions:

Salon TV:0

Hammock:

Bimini:0

BBQ:0

Nude:Yes

Guest Pets:0

Gym/Exercise:No

Inverter:

Water Cap.:

Internet Access:

Sat Tv:0

Windscoops:

Special Diets:Yes

# Dine In:

Guests Smokes:

Children Ok:0

Elevators:No

Voltages:

Stabilizers:No

Green Initiatives

Make purified drinking water?:Yes

Re-usable water bottles:Yes

Other Green Initiatives:

Water Sports

Dinghy hp:150

Sea Scooters:No

Wave Runners hp:0

Snorkel Gear:Yes

Wake Board:Yes

SU Paddle Boards:Yes

Boarding Ladder (Loc/Type):Yes

Gear Type:

U/Water Camera:0

Kite Boarding:

Dinghy # pax:8 + Captain

Water Skis Adult:0

Kneeboard:0

Tube:Yes

Kayaks 1 Pax:Yes

Floating Mats:Yes

Beach Games:0

Rods:

U/Water Video:0

Kite Boarding Details:No

Sailing Dinghy:

Water Skis Kids:0

Windsurfer:0

Scurfer:0

Kayaks (2 Pax):0

Swim Platform:Yes

Fishing Gear:Yes

Fishing Permit :

Sea Bobs:No

Other Toys
E-foil
Lily pad
Wakeboard
Snorkel
Spearfishing gear
Paddleboards
Kayaks
Fishing gear
Towable deck tube (inflatable)

Williams Tender: Serenity does have a Williams tender, which can accommodate 9 people. This tender has a hp 150 outboard. It is perfect for wakeboarding and pulling the towable tube.

Availability

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