NORMA JEAN | Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht

Time aboard NORMA JEAN in the Bahamas is guided by an experienced crew of 8 led by Captain Richie McKee and rotational Captain Blake Kollin, whose combined command creates a charter experience that feels adventurous, safe, and beautifully well run. Richie’s years exploring the Bahamas, Caribbean, Alaska, and the coastlines of North America give him a strong instinct for shaping memorable days across clear anchorages, sandbars, and island passages, while Blake strengthens the bridge with more than 70,000 nautical miles and advanced certifications. Backed by First Officer Miguel Da Silva, Bosun Bobby Mueller, Deckhand Kate Howe, and rotational Chief Engineers David Maitland and Richard Maitland, NORMA JEAN benefits from a capable team whose technical awareness, calm professionalism, and steady coordination allow guests to fully relax as they cruise through the Bahamas.

Chef Katie Ficke brings a flavorful highlight to life on board, curating a dining experience that feels polished, balanced, and wonderfully adaptable to each guest. Drawing from Mediterranean, American, Italian, Asian, and Lebanese influences, she creates menus around guest tastes and dietary preferences while making every breakfast, lunch, and dinner feel thoughtfully prepared. Whether you are enjoying a leisurely breakfast before a swim stop, a relaxed lunch after exploring a Bahamian cay, or a beautifully plated dinner as the islands settle into sunset, her cuisine gives the charter a delicious rhythm that pairs perfectly with days spent in the Bahamas.

The onboard atmosphere is further elevated by Chief Stewardess Pam Colmenares, whose hospitality background and natural ease with people help create service that feels attentive, warm, and never overdone. Supported by Stewardesses Abigail Tate and Brook Ballard, she ensures the interiors remain immaculate, the service flows smoothly, and every guest feels cared for from morning coffee to evening cocktails. Their combined touch makes NORMA JEAN feel inviting, polished, and effortless throughout a Bahamas yacht cruise filled with clear water, soft island light, and relaxed time with loved ones.

Palmer Johnson 150 NORMA JEAN Video


7-Day Sample Motor Yacht Charter Itinerary in the Bahamas and the Caribbean Leewards:
Step into the Bahamas’ soft blue rhythm aboard the Palmer Johnson 150 luxury crewed motor yacht NORMA JEAN in Nassau, where your seven-day exclusive Bahamas yachting itinerary begins with warm air, clear horizons, and a sense of freedom only the islands can give. From Nassau, the route can open into shallow sandbars, calm anchorages, reef-lined waters, and sun-filled deck moments shaped around the way you want to experience the Bahamas.

Whether the week calls for underwater adventures, sun-seeking activities, culinary tours, or a smooth blend of all three, the Boatbookings team will work with your crew to design a journey that feels personal, effortless, and rich with discovery. With expert planning and attentive onboard service, NORMA JEAN turns the Bahamas into a charter filled with clear water, island flavors, relaxed luxury, and moments worth savoring long after the final anchorage.

Feel the Caribbean islands come alive from NORMA JEAN's deck, departing from St. Martin for your exclusive seven-day Leeward Islands yachting itinerary. The journey begins with a lively island backdrop before opening into turquoise passages, chic St. Barths moments, quiet coves, and sun-warmed afternoons on the water.

Accommodation:
Number of Cabins: 5
Cabin Configuration: 4 Double Cabins, 1 Twin Cabin
Bed Configuration: 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds
Number of Guests: 10

Overview:
Seen against the clear blues of the Bahamas, the Palmer Johnson 150 luxury motor yacht NORMA JEAN feels every bit as exciting as the itinerary ahead. Her sleek and sporty exterior gives way to an onboard setting carefully arranged for guests who want their time on the water to feel lively, relaxing, and beautifully looked after. Designed with contemporary amenities for socializing, recreation, and relaxation, she gives everyone on board room to enjoy the charter in their own way, whether that means sun-filled afternoons, elegant dinners, beach landings, or long evenings spent enjoying the atmosphere. The result is a smooth Bahamas yacht charter experience filled with warm island scenes, shallow turquoise waters, and moments worth holding onto.

There is something especially enjoyable about beginning the day on NORMA JEAN’s sundeck, where the sunbathing area, covered lounge, and spacious dining area create an open, sociable, and wonderfully scenic setting. The sweeping views of the Exumas are best enjoyed from this elevated deck, where shifting shades of blue, soft sandbars, and low-lying cays stretch across the horizon in every direction. You can ease into the day with cocktails at the bar, stretch out in the sun, or sink into the jacuzzi while catching up with loved ones as the Bahamas unfolds around you. By night, the sundeck lounge becomes a cozy cinema, adding another dimension to the experience before dinner draws everyone together for a beautifully prepared alfresco dining experience by the skilled onboard chef. Whether you choose to dine on the aft deck or sundeck, the combination of local and international flavors, sea breeze, and calm Bahamian scenery makes each course feel especially rewarding. Up front, the expansive foredeck sunbathing area offers a quieter pleasure, giving guests a peaceful place to settle into the afternoon while the yacht moves through one postcard-worthy anchorage after another.

Beyond the decks, the interiors continue the story with a warm, modern atmosphere shaped by rich wooden finishes and glass accents. Natural light pours through the expansive windows, bringing brightness into the yacht throughout the day and giving the interiors a welcoming sense of openness. Once the day’s adventures are done, the guest cabins provide a comforting retreat, each one complete with a private ensuite bathroom and all the privacy needed to properly recharge. The master cabin takes that experience further with a king bed, couch, dedicated work space, and marble ensuite, giving the room a calm, residential feel after long days spent exploring the Bahamas.

As NORMA JEAN moves through the Bahamas, her premium water toys and sports equipment invite guests to experience each anchorage at their own pace. Some moments are made for fast-paced fun on the water, while others are better spent drifting over clear shallows, stepping onto secluded beaches, snorkeling over reef life, or watching the colors shift across the sandbanks. The last day is best spent in Eleuthera, where calm waters, colorful marine life, and thriving coastal habitats create a rewarding finale for swimming, snorkeling, and slow discovery. This balance of energy, scenery, and easygoing island time gives the journey its satisfying variety, allowing each guest to find their own rhythm while moving through one beautiful Bahamian destination after another.

Water Toys:
- 32ft (10m) Boston Whaler Outrage Tender with 2 x Mercury Verado 350 HP Engines
- 15ft (4.6m) Williams Inflatable Tender
- 2 x 2022 Sea-Doo Spark Trixx Jet Skis
- 2 x F5 SeaBobs
- 1 x Fliteboard
- 2 x Paddleboards
- 1 x Adult Wakeboard
- 1 x Kids Wakeboard
- Aquabana Setup with Party Bana, 2 Loungers, and Jet Ski Dock
- Full Fishing Gear, including 2 x Deep Drop Reels

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 (15-20% of the Charter Fee, at the Charterer's discretion).

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