akasha
76 Feet. Sleeps 10 Guests in 1 King, 4 Queens, or 1 Twin
2009 Tortola Charter Yacht Show - 1st Place, BEST IN SHOW & Tied-1st Place, Best Multihull over 50 ft
Rates for 7 nights inclusive from $44,900 to $49,900. 2 SCUBA dives included for certified divers.
James Micklem (30) is from Cornwall, England, and spent his childhood helping on the family farm as well as sailing, competing on a triathlon squad, and playing rugby and hockey. An avid sportsman, James is an accomplished Tennis coach, skier & snowboarder, as well as windsurfer & dingy sailor. After completing an Honors degree in Geography, James managed an award winning bar & restaurant.
James completed his MCA/RYA Yacht Master based in the Solent, and has spent the last 2 years gaining invaluable experience as Captain aboard the highly acclaimed Whitbread 60 and Clipper 60 race yachts with great success, he particularly excelled in teaching and entertaining corporate clients.
Carlene Williams (27) also hails from England, and her natural creative talents led her to achieving an Honors degree in Fine Art. Traveling South America, Asia and New Zealand/Australia inspired Carly’s passion for both photography and culinary crafts, which she honed with culinary courses in Thailand and the UK.
Carly stepped into the yachting industry and landed on her feet working as sous chef aboard a 150 ft motor yacht. During a two year circumnavigation, Carly cooked for up to 14, and assisting the head chef in all areas of galley duties as well as stepping in as head chef when required. A keen scuba diver, she was able to dive with sharks in the Galapagos as well as the beautiful pristine reefs of South Eastern Asia. Whilst in Thailand she learnt the art of fruit carving.
Together James and Carly make an exceptional team, along with their yachting experience, James’s calm and safety conscious nature complements Carly’s creative talents & attention for detail, to make a balanced and professional team.
