The innovative concept of the Open 46 catamaran is based on a sleek and elegant design. The salon and the cockpit have been merged to gain space - it’s the essence of the "Open" concept. The salon of the Open 46 offers beautiful volumes, like an invitation to enjoy daily life in an amazingly elegant and warm atmosphere. The interior is very chic, made of light wood with very bright natural light and neat details in stainless steel.

ILLUSION boast a spacious interior with a contemporary design. She has a breathtaking view of the ocean from the salon with elegant and strong woodwork and veneers. Her 3 cabins are ensuite with ipad dockers and electric fans. The starboard side cabins have a/c and the aft king cabin to port has an excellent electric fan and overhead hatch for fresh sea breezes! All cabins are bathed in light thanks to large hull portholes with numerous storage spaces. For your water time fun she sports paddleboards, kayak, fishing gear, snorkel gear and more.

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ILLUSION

2019 • 6 GUESTS • 3 cabins

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Specifications

Length: 46 ft.

Builder: Nautitech

Year: 2019

Beam: 27 ft.

Draft: 5 ft.

From $15,000 to $18,000 per week

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Features & Amenities

Max Guests: 6
Total Cabins: 3
King Cabins: 2
Queen Cabins: 1
Showers: 3
Electric Heads: 3

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Comfort

Jacuzzi: No

Entertainment

Kids Okay: Yes
Internet Access: Onboard WIFI
iPod / Device Hookups: Yes
Salon Stereo: No
Salon TV / DVD: No
Board Games: No
Special Diets: Inq
Kosher: Inq
# Dine In: Yes
BBQ: Yes
Crew Smokes: No
Guest Smoke: outside only at designated are

Water Sports

Wake Board: No
Tube: No
Knee Board: No
Snorkel Gear: Yes
Underwater Camera: No
Kayak: No
Stand Up Paddle Boards: 2
Floating Mats: No
Jetskis: No
Water Skis: Kids (0)

Diving

Tanks: No
BCs: No
Regulators: No
Scuba: Onboard
Air Compressor: Yes
Dive Lights: No

Location Details: Antigua in Leewards, St Vincent & Grenadines or French West Indies (Martinique or Guadeloupe) Based in Martinique
Summer Base Port: Martinique
Summer Operating Area: Caribbean Leewards, Caribbean Windwards
Winter Operating Area: Caribbean Leewards, Caribbean Windwards
Preferred Pickups: St Vincent, FWI
Other Pickups: Guadeloupe or ANU
Turnaround: 2/3 days Hours
Flag: France

rates & availability

SEASON	PASSENGERS
SEASON	2	3	4	5	6
Winter 2025 to 2026	$15,000	$16,000	$17,000	$17,500	$18,000
Summer 2026	$15,000	$16,000	$17,000	$17,500	$18,000
Winter 2026 to 2027	$15,000	$16,000	$17,000	$17,500	$18,000
Summer 2027	$15,000	$16,000	$17,000	$17,500	$18,000

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the crew

Captain Bruno Franceschi

Bruno has four wonderful children and has had a long and distinguished career as a journalist with French newspapers. He retired as the CEO of the second-largest French newspaper, Sud Ouest, as after spending 30 years in the world of the Press he decided to return to his first passion of yachting and sailing.

Bruno has been at one with the sea for as long as he can remember. At the age of 10, he joined the Marine Scouts in his hometown of Marseille. He was an avid member of the Scouts for nine years. Following Scouts membership, he joined local yacht clubs and was well known for his superb skills in many sailing regattas. Naturally, he was thrilled to own his first boat. He has owned, sailed, and thoroughly enjoyed seven more boats prior to purchasing ILLUSION. On all of his boats, he labors diligently to prepare all equipment and rigging for speed, safety, and the utmost in comfortable cruising.

Bruno graduated with his Captain 200-ton license, and STCW 95 French qualification. He is intimately familiar with the Leeward and Windward Islands of the Caribbean, where he lived and worked for many years as the CEO of the French newspaper France Antilles. Bruno has sailed extensively in France and throughout the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. He has sailed from Grenada through to Puerto Rico and is especially fond and familiar with the French West Indies. He loves nothing greater than showing his charter guests the beauty of the different islands aboard sailing catamaran ILLUSION.

Chef/Mate Chrystelle Larroque

Chrystelle is originally from Metz, France. Her father worked for an oil services company, so Chrystelle was able to live an international life in her youth. Abu Dhabi, Singapore, and Scotland are some of her homes plus other French cities such as Nice and Marseille.

As a student, she pursued many sports such as cross country, horseback riding, and swimming. On board, she enjoys helping guests discover underwater and nature around the boat. Chrystelle is an avid snorkeler, paddleboarder, and reader.

Chrystelle studied at Ecole Hotelier in Toulouse; Pierre Gagnaire Paris and with Michel Guerrard at Eugeny les bains/Les pras dâ Eugeny. She also attended Lenatre (a culinary school in Paris), and worked with Bruno Delorme (Terre de Truffes). She learned the Michelin way of service in those 3 macaroon (star) places. After her interesting education, and before joining up with Bruno on Illusion in 2020, Chrystelle worked for 6 years as director of a luxury senior’s house, complete with a lovely in- house restaurant.

With such a background, Chrystelle’s foremost cuisine is admittedly French. A favorite among guests is her fresh fish cooked “Al Forno” in a tasty Mediterranean style. Chrystelle is quietly available and her discreet style of service works well with Captain Bruno’s friendly and entertaining presence. Her friends describe her as honest, kind, and dynamic and her motto is to always Enjoy Life!

Sample Menu

Breakfast:
Fresh fruit juice
Croissants and Pain au Chocolate (French style)
Scrambled eggs – bacon – toast
Pancakes
Appetizers:
A variety will be offered according to guest’s tastes
Main Courses:
Fish tartare and mixed salad with available fresh produce
Marinated chicken with spices and rice
Grilled fish with sautéed vegetables
Indian lamb with vegetable curry
Salad of the sea: shrimp, avocado, lettuce, parmesan, tomatoes
Tuna steak, sautéed potatoes and vegetable stir-fry
Confit of duck and gratin dauphinois with mixed salad
Desserts:
Chocolate fondant with caramel drizzle
Muffins: chocolate, milk, almond, white chocolate, pecan, caramel
Island fresh fruit salad
Baklava
Panacotta with red berries
Cheesecake
Fruit tart (apple, pear and caramel)

Client Feedback

I just wanted to share that I heard back from my client Carlee and she had a wonderful time onboard Illusion. She was super happy so thank you for all your help.
Looking forward to working with you again soon, Camila
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28 December 2024 - 4 January 2025

We made it home to the snow! We loved our trip! Thank you for being a wonderful captain / chef and much more!

New Year 2024/5

We have spent 5 days in the boat and it was amazing! The food made by the Chef Chrystelle was 5 stars!!! Everything was delicious!
The many views, beaches and islands were true paradise!
It was a smooth sailing, thanks to Captain Bruno. Our sons will practice to be able to pull the dinghy!
Thank you for the unique experience!
Pedro, Maria and family.

Broker note -Thanks so much for such great feedback! I´m very glad to hear they had a unique experience and hopefully many more to come! A pleasure to work with you.

2-7 December 2023 - Martinique and Grenadines

I just wanted to let you know that I have spoken to the travel agent who organised the whole trip for my clients and the feedback is “It was absolutely amazing!”
She said the crew were phenomenal and they were blown away by the food.
Please pass this on to Bruno and Chrystal and say thanks so much from me.
Thanks so much
Helen (Broker)

19-26 November 2023 - Honeymoon charter in the Grenadines

You will be dazzled by the beauty of the Nautitech 46 ILLUSION and the knowledge of Captain Bruno. Our previous charter feedback has always been exceptional, so there is no better catamaran to cruise the Grenadines.

Broker's feedback

It was a very good experience !
Tim

November 2021

2 couples and a 6 month old baby, we spent 5 perfect days around the islands of Guadeloupe. A Professional captain, who maintained a quality boat. Everything you need to spend those wonderful moments.
Jean-Christophe

January 2021

Everything was perfect, from the skipper to the boat to the provisioning. As for the itinerary, it certainly met our expectations

Michel

Very happy first guests on Illusion

March 20-27 2019

July 15-22, 2017 St Vincent-St Vincent charter – Spectacular!
We are a family of 4, 2 daughters and we sailed with Bruno and Jessica (his lovely daughter) for a week.
Nothing can measure their open hearts and the homey feeling we had throughout our entire stay.
Their knowledge of Caribbean Sea is not short of spectacular, and so was our trip!
Bruno is like a dad, a friend and great captain to anyone coming aboard and your comfort will be his top priority.
Not only will I recommend Bruno and his boats, but his lovely daughter Jessica as well, whom spoiled us with delicious food every day, baked for my kids and made fresh dishes always.
Thank you for an awesome trip in Paradise Islands.
Bella & Robert

Comments from Capt. Bruno's previous charter yacht Harmony

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I just wanted to share that I heard back from my client Carlee and she had a wonderful time onboard Illusion. She was super happy so thank you for all your help. Looking forward to working with you again soon, Camila ᐧ

We made it home to the snow! We loved our trip! Thank you for being a wonderful captain / chef and much more!

You will be dazzled by the beauty of the Nautitech 46 ILLUSION and the knowledge of Captain Bruno. Our previous charter feedback has always been exceptional, so there is no better catamaran to cruise the Grenadines.

It was a very good experience ! Tim

2 couples and a 6 month old baby, we spent 5 perfect days around the islands of Guadeloupe. A Professional captain, who maintained a quality boat. Everything you need to spend those wonderful moments. Jean-Christophe

Everything was perfect, from the skipper to the boat to the provisioning. As for the itinerary, it certainly met our expectations

Very happy first guests on Illusion

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I just wanted to share that I heard back from my client Carlee and she had a wonderful time onboard Illusion. She was super happy so thank you for all your help.
Looking forward to working with you again soon, Camila
ᐧ

It was a very good experience !
Tim

2 couples and a 6 month old baby, we spent 5 perfect days around the islands of Guadeloupe. A Professional captain, who maintained a quality boat. Everything you need to spend those wonderful moments.
Jean-Christophe