LADY JOY | Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht

The pace of a Bahamas charter aboard LADY JOY is made all the more enjoyable by a professional crew of 11 led on rotation by Captain Chris Thomson and Captain Dan Waters. Chris combines long-standing yachting experience with an MCA Master of Yachts License and formal marine training, while Dan brings years of commercial and superyacht expertise backed by his Bachelor of Science in Marine Studies and a career that began at sea as a cadet in the Merchant Navy. Their leadership is strengthened by Chief Officer Dylan Lenard, Chief Engineer James Worrel, Deck Engineer Deon Van Tonder, Bosun David Redelinghuys, and Deckhands Rupert Berens and Daniel Ronaldson, whose technical knowledge and positive energy help guests enjoy the Bahamas with complete peace of mind.

On the culinary side, LADY JOY offers the pleasure of rotational dining by Chefs Vincent Vieira and Nicolas Cecchella, both of whom bring strong fine dining foundations and a flair for variety. Vincent’s menus reflect his years in luxury hospitality and his command of French, Italian, Mediterranean, and Asian cuisines, while Nicolas draws on extensive experience in hotels, restaurants, and yachts to create dishes that are elegant, flavorful, and highly adaptable to guest preferences. Whether it is a fresh lunch between swims or a multi-course dinner after a day exploring the Bahamas, dining on board is designed to be one of the defining pleasures of your charter.

Welcoming you each day with warmth and precision is Chief Stewardess Gina Zerman, joined by Stewardesses Cameryn Wahunui, Suzannah Toomey, and Charlotte Timm. Their combined strengths in luxury service, guest care, and thoughtful presentation ensure that life aboard feels smooth from morning through evening. With every suite prepared, every table beautifully set, and every request handled with genuine care, the interior team adds a graceful finishing touch to your time in the Bahamas.

7-Day Sample Motor Yacht Charter Itinerary in the Bahamas:
The Bahamas take on a different kind of beauty when discovered from the deck of the Christensen 157 luxury crewed motor yacht LADY JOY, beginning in Nassau. Your seven-day exclusive Bahamas yachting itinerary can be tailored around adventure below the surface, carefree hours under the sun, flavorful island dining, or a combination that gives you the best of everything. The Boatbookings team collaborates with your crew to ensure that every stop, activity, and pace of day reflects exactly how you want to enjoy this remarkable cruising ground.

There is a special pleasure in returning to LADY JOY after each outing, where comfort, space, and warm service complete the experience. With Boatbookings and its experts arranging a charter that feels both effortless and distinctive, your time in the Bahamas is filled with the kind of moments that remain easy to revisit in your mind.

Accommodation:
Number of Cabins: 6
Cabin Configuration: 4 Double Cabins, 2 Triple Cabins
Bed Configuration: 4 King Beds, 2 Double Beds, 2 Single Beds, 2 Pullman Beds
Number of Guests: 12

Overview:
LADY JOY brings a strong sense of presence to the Bahamas, combining the sleek character of the Christensen 157 luxury crewed motor yacht with a cruising experience that feels smooth, social, and beautifully put together. Her massive, cutting-edge exterior hints at the power beneath, while her onboard layout opens the door to a charter filled with comfort, recreation, and moments designed to be shared. She is the kind of yacht that adapts easily to the mood of the day, whether that means lively afternoons with family and friends or slower hours spent soaking in the view. Throughout the journey, her living spaces create an atmosphere that feels refined without losing its warmth.

The day begins deliciously on the foredeck lounge, where a hearty Bahamian breakfast introduces local flavors such as Souse and Stewed Conch against a backdrop of open water and morning sun. As the light softens, the sky deck aft becomes the natural place to gather for a seafood-themed dinner while anchored near one of the stunning islands of the Exumas. Up on the flybridge, Paradise Island stretches into view while loved ones settle into plush seating with Piña Coladas in hand and conversation flowing easily. When it is time to retreat into pure comfort, the jacuzzi and spa offer two different ways to unwind, whether that means relaxing with a Mojito or disappearing into the calm of a soothing massage.

LADY JOY also understands the appeal of keeping energy high in between long, easy moments of rest. Her sundeck gym gives wellness-minded guests a place to move while staying close to the sea and sky, making even a workout feel part of the holiday. Down by the water, the spacious beach club and swim platform set the stage for everything from laid-back lounging to refreshing swims in the crystal-clear Bahamian sea. It is an area that naturally draws people in, especially when the water is calm, and the fish below are impossible to ignore.

Indoors, the mood turns serene and polished, with a radiant saloon and indoor dining area that work beautifully for hosting guests or simply enjoying the cooler, quieter side of life on board. The cabins continue that sense of comfort, each one finished with private bathrooms, teak details, and off-white fabrics that soften the overall look and make the spaces feel restful. The master cabin is especially impressive, offering a king bed, a dedicated vanity area, a private office with a lounge, and a spacious en-suite bathroom with its own bathtub. Altogether, the accommodations make it easy to feel settled, pampered, and completely at home throughout the charter.

When the itinerary leads you toward Eleuthera, the pace can shift once more into something playful and exploratory. With water toys ready for action, guests can enjoy the sea from every angle, while a tender ride through the mangroves of Shroud Cay reveals another side of the Bahamas altogether. Turtles, rays, and barracudas move through these waters with quiet confidence, turning the outing into something that feels less like sightseeing and more like stepping into the natural rhythm of the islands.

Water Toys:
- 38'/12m Custom SACS Stratos RIB tender with twin 350 HP engines, seating for up to 20 guests, and 3 crew
- 15'/4.6m Highfield RIB dinghy with 70 HP outboard and ski pole
- 2 x Sea-Doo GTR 230 personal watercraft
- 3 x SeaBobs Cayago F5 with adjustable speed controls
- Flyboard
- 3 x Lift eFoils
- Fanatic wing foil board with 5m wing
- 2 x Bote Aero 11' stand-up paddleboards
- 2 x inflatable 2-person kayaks
- Wakeboard
- Water Skis for adults and children, including slalom
- Inflatable banana tube for 5 guests
- Doughnuts and other towables
- Water slide
- 10' inflatable water trampoline
- Premium snorkel gear
- Dive gear for 6 qualified divers
- Fishing gear for trolling and light tackle
- Spearfishing gear
- Beach setup (with chairs, canopy, umbrellas, dining table, and BBQ)
- Beach toys

Diving:
- Rendezvous Diving Only

MYBA Charter Terms:
The Charter Fee includes the yacht's hire and insurance, crew food and wages, and the yacht’s laundry. All other expenses, including fuel for the main engine, generators, water sports, equipment, running costs, harbor fees, food, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, communication costs, and local taxes, are additional.

The following will be added to the weekly charter fee: your expenses (or APA allowance, such as fuel, dockage, food, drink, and all other costs) are generally calculated at 30-40% of the charter fee. VAT is also due alongside gratuities (10-20% of the Charter Fee, at the Charterer's discretion).

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