About “Memory Maker”
**Aquila 44 Power Catamaran**
Welcome aboard *Memory Maker*, our spacious Aquila 44 power catamaran — a 50’ power cat experience designed for comfort, stability, and connection on the water.
With four distinct entertaining spaces and an expansive beam, *Memory Maker* offers one of the most comfortable and versatile platforms in the fleet. Whether your group prefers elevated views, sun-soaked lounging, shaded dining, or climate-controlled relaxation, there is a perfect space for everyone onboard.
This is effortless, social yachting — smooth, refined, and designed for memorable afternoons.
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Design & Features
**Flybridge Lounge**
Elevated seating with panoramic views — ideal for cruising Sarasota Bay in comfort.
**Expansive Forward Bow Seating**
Oversized lounge area perfect for sunbathing and open-water relaxation.
**Spacious Aft Cockpit**
Shaded dining and gathering area that flows seamlessly into the salon.
**Climate-Controlled Salon**
Bright interior with large windows, plush seating, and full galley amenities.
**Twin-Hull Stability**
Wide-beam catamaran design delivers an exceptionally smooth and level ride.
**Swim Platform Access**
Easy water entry for swimming and enjoying calm coastal anchorages.
With generous space across multiple levels, *Memory Maker* is ideal for celebrations, corporate outings, or relaxed afternoons with friends and family.
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Experience
Your 4-hour charter offers the perfect balance of cruising and relaxation. Explore Sarasota Bay, anchor at a popular sandbar, enjoy dolphin sightings, or cruise the coastline in comfort and style.
With four distinct gathering areas, guests can spread out or come together — creating a flexible and elevated experience for any occasion.
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Pricing
Private Vessel Charter
**4 Hours – $2,595**
Maximum capacity: 13 guests.
This experience is offered as a **bareboat charter**. The charterer assumes temporary possession and control of the vessel for the duration of the charter period.
A qualified, properly licensed captain is required for all charters and is contracted separately by the charterer. Fuel usage is calculated based on actual consumption. Customary crew gratuity is not included.
Booking Notes
## ⚓ Welcome Aboard *Memory Maker*
We’re excited to welcome you aboard **Memory Maker**, a 50’ Aquila power catamaran designed with expansive indoor and outdoor spaces for effortless entertaining, coastal cruising, and relaxed days on the water.
**Vessel Owner:** Memory Maker, LLC
Your reservation is structured as a private **bareboat charter** in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations.
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## Next Steps Before Your Charter
### 1. Complete Your Charter Agreement
The Primary Charterer must complete the **Charter Agreement using the link above**.
### 2. Forward the Guest Waiver to Your Guests
We require a completed waiver for **everyone onboard**.
Please forward the Guest Waiver link above to everyone in your party. Adults complete their own waiver, and a parent or legal guardian completes the waiver for minors.
### 3. Complete Your Captain Selection
You will receive a separate email from **captains@hireyourcaptain.com** with instructions for completing your captain selection through **Hire Your Captain**.
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## Your Captain
Captain and crew services are handled separately through **Hire Your Captain**.
You may:
- Select from independent, insurance-approved captains familiar with the vessel, or
- **Bring your own qualified captain**, who can be submitted through Hire Your Captain for approval.
Please watch for the email from **captains@hireyourcaptain.com** and complete the process before your charter.
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## Aboard *Memory Maker*
*Memory Maker* offers four exceptional gathering spaces — the elevated flybridge, spacious forward bow lounge, shaded aft cockpit, and expansive climate-controlled salon — creating a relaxed and social setting ideal for cruising, waterfront dining, sandbar days, and entertaining on the water.
Included aboard:
- Ice and bottled water
- Refrigeration, freezer space, and cooler storage
- Drinkware and dining essentials
- Three full bathrooms
- Spacious flybridge
- Forward bow lounge
- Shaded aft cockpit
- Climate-controlled salon
- Floating swim noodles
- 10’ SunChill floating lounge
- 11’ paddleboard
- Snorkel equipment
- U.S. Coast Guard-required safety equipment
Optional premium water toys, including Seabobs, eFoils, and Flites, may be arranged through third-party providers.
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## Food, Drinks & What to Bring
You are welcome to bring your own food and beverages.
Please remember:
- No red wine
- No glass beer bottles
*(Wine and champagne bottles are permitted.)*
- Lotion sunscreen only
- No spray sunscreen, oils, bronzers, or shimmer products
- Bare feet or clean socks aboard the yacht
Catering, beverage provisioning, celebration décor, photography, and premium water toys can also be arranged.
**Catering:** https://www.kokomocharters.com/catering
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## Fuel, Payment & Gratuity
If you selected the **prepaid fuel option**, it covers the prepaid amount of fuel shown in your reservation. If actual fuel usage exceeds that amount, the additional fuel will be charged after the charter.
Any remaining vessel balance will be processed **5 days before your charter** using the card on file.
Gratuity for your independently selected captain and crew is discretionary. **20% is customary** and may be paid directly to the captain and crew at the conclusion of your charter. We can also assist with a cashless gratuity option.
Cancellation Policy
### Guest-Initiated Cancellation
- **More than 5 days prior to departure:**
A full refund of charter fees paid to the vessel owner will be issued.
- **Within 5 days of departure:**
Charter fees are non-refundable.
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### Weather Determination
Safety is the highest priority.
For this bareboat charter, the **independently selected captain** will make the final determination on the morning of the charter based on actual marine conditions and forecasts.
- Light rain or overcast conditions do not typically constitute grounds for cancellation.
- If the captain determines conditions are unsafe to operate, the charter will be considered weather-canceled.
If a weather cancellation is declared by the captain:
- The parties will first attempt to reschedule the charter.
- If rescheduling is not mutually possible, charter fees paid to the vessel owner will be refunded.
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### Vessel Unavailability
In the rare event the vessel becomes unavailable due to mechanical failure or other unforeseen circumstances:
- The parties will first attempt to reschedule.
- If rescheduling is not possible, a full refund of charter fees paid will be issued.
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### Acknowledgment
By proceeding with this reservation, Charterer acknowledges and agrees to the above Cancellation & Weather Policy.
