While the days take on a comfortable pace, they are shaped by the joys of friendship and the culinary skills of the First Mate. Gladys loves to cook. So she combines this with secrets gathered around the globe to both entertain and delight at every meal. Experience gourmet dining each evening in the grand salon or amidst island breezes. Gladys' meal preparation considers any dietary restriction without the sacrifice of savory culinary treats. French wines complement evening dining.

Marcel, Captain and Gladys First Mate of the Cavale Stand ready to make you island escapade exceed every anticipation, outdistance every plan.

Landing at the airport, responsibilities are already safely left behind. A short ride to the marina and out to the yacht. Time below to stow the gear, change into comfortable casuals and back up to the cockpit for a celebratory drink. The planning and anticipation are finally behind you. Reality is here. Cool Caribbean breezes fill the sails and you are underway.

You've already told the Captain your grandest hopes for ports of call and quiet anchorages. The chef has stocked the galley with all of your favorite foods and drink. And yet surprises are still in store, because the magic of these islands reveals itself to you through fresh eyes every day, every hour of every day.

Captain Marcel and Chef Gladys

Your crew, comprised of captain, Marcel, once a French sculptor in Paris began his charter career on the Mediterranean. When he and First Mate, Gladys, arrived in the Caribbean over fifteen years ago, they discovered the waters aboard their custom wooden yacht. Now aboard the modern and comfortable CAVALE, they share their thorough knowledge of these exotic latitudes as US Coastguard licensed captains.

Marcel loves to share his skills with his guests. His patience for teaching beginners makes a variety of watersports both accessible and fun. He knows the premier spots for snorkeling, underwater photography and wind surfing. Or let him guide you to a remote anchorage with a perfect sunset and dinner under the stars. Your professional charter crew will guide you beneath the Caribbean's exotic surface to its underlying richness.

CAVALE's interior, recently remodeled especially for charter, features the latest luxury details. A 57-foot yacht of French design, she has ample room for up to four guests. Each of the two identical private double forward cabins included its own airy private head with shower. Crew accommodations and access are forward and separate. The large, well-placed hatches contribute to the splendid comfort of time spent below. On deck, CAVALE's large cushioned cockpit offers space for relaxation in the shade or for dinner on deck. The teak deck with custom cushions affords an ideal place for sun baths. Throughout the yacht, both above and below, are comfortable spots for private relaxation or interaction with shipmates.

Enjoy Cavale

Speaking of Tastes, Click Here for a Sampling of Gladys' Menu

Equipment & Toys

16' Rib Dinghy W/40HP Engine
Floating Sun Cushion
Fishing Gear for trolling & casting
Snorkel equipment
Windsurfer
35Mm Nikonis Underwater Camera
One Man Kayak
Hammock
TV/VCR
CD & Cassette Player
Stereo
Games