• The Robertson & Caine Leopard 47 Sailing Catamaran sleeps up to eleven.  She has four cabins with queen size beds, four bathrooms and the saloon will accommodate another 2 persons.  She has ample head room, generous refrigeration, a 7cf freezer space and an upstairs galley.  A full galley with double sink gas stove, oven and microwave.  Providing 1600 watts of solar, there is never a need to conserve.  She is also equipped with a silent 7000-watt generator ready for any extra power needed for hot showers charging batteries when necessary.  Island Thyme is fully Air conditioned, A/C is available at a marina with shore power if you choose to stay in a slip. Please book marina accommodations in advance. Marina fees are not included with your charter and will be payed by the guest to your marina of choice.  This well equipped sailing catamaran features a spacious shaded deck.  S/V Island Thyme is solid, comfortable, powerful and stable boat for exploring the Caribbean.  Suitable for up to five couples, large families or  groups of less than 12. Just bring your favorite playlist!

Onboard Equipment: 

For your comfort, our yacht is extremely well equipped and a short list of equipment is below. If you need details please don’t hesitate to ask, we can normally accommodate extra requests depending on the item.

• Chart plotter

• Other electronics – depth and speed, and in most cases wind instruments.

• Autopilot

• 110V built in inverter or a small portable unit.  These days most charging equipment, laptops, etc. will take dual voltage.

• Safety equipment, well equipped with life jackets, life raft, flares, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, first aid kit, VHF radio, through hull plugs, flashlights

• Navigation equipment – charts, nav tools, binoculars, compass

• Dinghy and outboard motor, normally 9 HP

• BBQ grill (gas)

• Bimini

• Electric windlass

• Refrigeration and freezer

• Bed linens,  including spares for a change of sheets

• Clothes pegs

• Stereo with aux and USB and Bluetooth input for iPhone, android or other storage devices

• Tool kit

• Cockpit cushions

• Cooler

• Galley cooking utensils and dishware

• Cigarette lighter outlet, 12V

• Cabin fans

• EPIRB

• Hand held VHF Radio with Digital Selective Calling & GPS

• 1700 Watts of solar

• Passport. Documentation ill be required if you plan on visiting the British Virgin Islands.

• Towels.  We  provide towels you can also bring your own

• Pillows. We feel that pillows are a personal item so feel free to bring your own.

• Camera.  Capture your memories. Bring your camera or smartphone to capture all of the fun and action as you tour the beautiful USVI & BVI. Be ready to capture images of turtles, fish and other tropical marine life that swim your way!

• Hats, Sunglasses, Cover-ups or T-Shirts.  You want to avoid getting a sunburn in the Caribbean sun so be sure to protect your face and skin from the harmful effects of the sun.

• Flip-Flops.  Flip-flops are easy to kick off when you’ve got your toes in the sand!

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Snorkel Gear.  Bring your own snorkel gear.

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Food and Drinks.  Bring whatever food and drinks you want.  We provide water while onboard our yacht. Some charters will have local complimentary drinks on board depending on type of charter.

• Infant Life Vests.  If you have an infant or young child under 30 lbs, please bring an approved infant/child life vest. We do not carry infant life vests on our boats. Life vests we provide by law are designed for passengers weighing more than 30 lbs.

• Music. Bring your MP3/iPod/smartphone with your playlists to plug into our sound system. Our crew can also provide the perfect Caribbean music as you sit back, relax and take it easy!

• Extra Cash.  For souvenirs, BVI customs and immigration fees, mooring fees, slip fees, and of course, gratuity if you feel the service was above and beyond your expectations. 

Hanging With The Locals, owned and operated by Carmen McAlpin-Clarke started in 2017 and stems from the pride and passion of showing off our beautiful island to several friends and family members who have visited St. Croix over the years.

As native virgin islanders we are offered a quality of life that includes tranquility, historic pride and preservation and great cuisine with a small town feel.

St. Croix is the largest of the islands in its territory that make up the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) and is a hidden gem often overshadowed by her sister island St Thomas who has blossomed from the attention of millions of visitors every year.

St. Croix, known as a twin city, offers a combination of lush landscapes, blue seas and rolling mountains.

Come spend the day hanging with the locals and allow us to show you around and share our beautiful island, culture and customs.