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West Nautical releases interviews of the Captain & Chef on board Heeus - Bering Yachts 145 Flagship

by West Nautical 7 Sep 2023 13:33 PDT
Captain Russ Strang © West Nautical

She will be based in the South of France for the remainder of the Summer 2023 season, before heading to the Caribbean for the Winter Season in November.

With an experienced Aussie captain and an outstanding chef that is also a talented saxophonist, it's no wonder Heeus has proven so popular during her inaugural Mediterranean charter season.

The winning combination of a class-leading yacht with an extra special crew has Heeus poised for a spectacular winter charter season in the Caribbean, where she will be heading this November.

Meet her captain and chef in the interviews below!

Captain Russ Strang:

Chef Chaim Simmons:

Key features:

  • Huge 92 square-meter sun deck with jacuzzi, bar, dining and sun lounger area
  • 40 square-meter beach club with sea platform, Hammam & steam room
  • Hybrid propulsion system for 'silent' periods at anchor, dock departures, or quiet short-range cruising
  • Outside cinema on sun deck
  • 6th cabin for guests, staff or extra crew
  • Brilliant tender and toy collection including 9.2m chase tender

Prices:

  • Low season: €200,000 + VAT + APA
  • High season: €230,000 + VAT + APA

View her online here

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