Signature Yachts & Charters — Intimate, Curated Voyages
I’m Gina Donati. I design quietly paced yacht voyages — private charters and boutique small-cabin sailings tailored to what matters most to you.
I’m Gina Donati, founder of An Epicurean Voyage and curator of Aqua Luxe Voyages. The sea has always been a place of quiet discovery — slow, luminous days where a single shore visit or an unhurried meal lingers long after the journey ends.
Alongside our small luxury ship experiences, I curate refined yacht voyages with distinguished partners such as The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, Scenic, Emerald Cruises, and Four Seasons, as well as a select collection of private yacht charters designed for a more intimate experience — often hosting just twenty guests or fewer — across the Mediterranean and Aegean.
My approach is thoughtful and personal: to match the right vessel, crew, and onboard experience with what matters most to you — whether that’s privacy, exceptional cuisine, wellness, cultural immersion, or simply a slower, more intentional pace.
Share the tone of the journey you envision, and I will design a tailored proposal — including recommended vessels and a glimpse into the rhythm of your days at sea.
Why a yacht with Aqua Luxe Voyages?
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Tailored rhythm & program — Every day shaped around what you most want to experience.
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Intimate scale & discreet service — Small groups, generous space, and crews who attend to details with ease.
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Private access & local depth — Shore moments and guides that larger ships cannot offer.
Suggested Vessels & One-Day Samples
Scenic —
Scenic Ikon
Essence: A discovery yacht that marries curiosity with refinement — expedition spirit, chef-led dining, and thoughtful programming.
Sample day: Embark in Barcelona; a private art walk in Cadaqués followed by an afternoon sail and a Catalan tasting dinner aboard.
Four Seasons —
Curated Yacht Sailings
Essence: Four Seasons hospitality at sea — understated, modern luxury with consistent, high-touch care.
Sample day: Porto Heli villa visit, an artisan lunch ashore, and a restful deck evening with a seaside tasting.
The Ritz-Carlton
Yacht Collection —
Evrima
Essence: The Ritz-Carlton’s hospitality translated to sea — warm, hotel-trained service with elegantly curated shore experiences.
Sample day: Morning archaeology on Delos, a languid afternoon in Mykonos, and a seaside sunset dinner with family-style plating.
Selected Private-Yacht Operators —
Intimate Charters
Essence: Family crews and boutique owners offering fully bespoke charters — the purest form of private, flexible yachting.
Sample day: A private island picnic, snorkeling in a secluded cove, chef-prepared seaside lunch, and a slow evening sail.
Emerald Cruise —
Emerald Azzurra
Essence: Boutique, small-cabin comfort — polished service and an intimate feel that suits Adriatic and Ionian discovery.
Sample day: Lavender fields in Hvar, a private winery lunch, and a calm evening on the seafront.
Typical response within 48 hours. I’ll follow with a brief planning note and 2–3 yacht suggestions tailored to your request.
FAQs
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Yes. I’ll recommend the vessel scale and format that best suit your group and objectives.
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Most charters include crew, daily breakfast and dinner, water toys and tender transfers, and standard port charges. Exact inclusions vary by operator and are confirmed with the proposal.
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Private yachts often accommodate up to ~20 guests; small-cabin yachts commonly carry 8–18. I’ll guide you to the right scale for comfort and privacy.
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Yes — private chefs, wellness specialists, and bespoke programs are standard on our signature partners and are arranged as needed.
Bespoke Yacht Suggestions
Two curated yacht experiences — sample days that show the pace, tone and possibilities of a private yacht voyage.
Below are two bespoke yacht suggestions I’ve prepared to show the kind of daily rhythm I design for clients. Click View Yacht to read a short note and a full sample day for each voyage — these are illustrative only (no prices). If an option resonates, we’ll prepare a tailored plan.
Scenic — Scenic Eclipse
Discovery yacht that pairs expedition curiosity with refined dining.
The Ritz-Carlton — Evrima
Signature luxury service translated to yacht life.
Stay in the Know with Aqua Luxe Voyages
Gentle updates on upcoming journeys, hosted sailings, and thoughtfully chosen escapes.
If you’re drawn to intimate journeys and thoughtfully paced travel, I’d love to keep you in the loop. Join the Aqua Luxe Voyages Interest List for gentle updates on upcoming sailings, hosted trips, and curated itineraries as they unfold.