NO BAD IDEAS Yacht Charter — 48.8m Trinity Yachts motor yacht for 12 guests, with a crew of 9
- Length
- 48.8 m
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 9
- Builder
- Trinity Yachts
- Year
- 2000
48.8m · Trinity Yachts · motor yacht
NO BAD IDEAS at a glance
NO BAD IDEAS is a 48.8m Trinity Yachts motor yacht launched in 2000, sleeping 12 guests in 6 cabins with a crew of 9. Her charter season is Winter 2026 in the Caribbean.
- Length
- 48.8 m
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 9
- Builder
- Trinity Yachts
- Year
- 2000
Blue Ocean Club overview
Trinity Yachts launched her in 2000
Trinity Yachts launched NO BAD IDEAS in 2000, with a refit listed for 2024.
She measures 48.8 m in length, 8.5 m across the beam, 2.4 m of draft.
She has a listed cruising speed of 18 knots.
Interiors
NO BAD IDEAS interiors
The photo set shows “Salon Dining” and “Skylounge Bar”.
Listed on board: air conditioning.
Smoking policy: no smoking.
Accommodation
6 cabins
NO BAD IDEAS sleeps 12 guests in 6 cabins.
Diving
Diving equipment
- Diving insured: No
Route inspiration · Winter 2026
Journeys in the Bahamas
Winter 2026: Bahamas and Leeward Islands. These routes follow waters this yacht is listed for.
On board
Amenities and equipment
As listed for this yacht.
Listed amenities
- Air Conditioning
About the yacht
About NO BAD IDEAS
Description as supplied.
NO BAD IDEAS yacht available for charter. Built in 2000 with a charter price from $225,000 for up to 12 guests in 6 suites with a crew of 9.
Particulars
NO BAD IDEAS specifications
- Length
- 48.8 m
- Length (ft)
- 160 ft
- Beam
- 8.5 m
- Draft
- 2.4 m
- Category
- Motor
- Hull
- Monohull
- Builder
- Trinity Yachts
- Year launched
- 2000
- Refit
- 2024
- Guests (sleeping)
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 9
- Cruising speed
- 18 kn
- Cruising speed (km/h)
- 33.3 km/h
- VAT registered
- No
- USA duty
- No
- Smoking
- No smoking
- Prior name
- LANIDA
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
Blue Ocean Club Yacht Awards · 2026 finalist
NO BAD IDEAS: best transformational refit.
NO BAD IDEAS was selected as one of five finalists in Best Charter Yacht 40–49.9m. Its published distinction identifies the quality that set it apart within the class; the finalist designation does not imply that it won the category.
Why it was shortlisted
- Best transformational refit
Also nominated · 2027
Best Charter Yacht 40–49.9m
The current nomination is judged against the published criteria for this size class; it is not presented as a win while voting and evaluation remain open.
NO BAD IDEAS charter rate & availability
| Season | Period | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Winter 2026 | Bahamas, Leeward Islands | €201,000 per week |
| Summer 2027 | Bahamas, Leeward Islands | €223,000 per week |
The published rate and availability are confirmed for the requested dates.
Need the cost structure first? Read the Blue Ocean Club guide to base charter fees, APA and taxes.
Who NO BAD IDEAS suits
NO BAD IDEAS is a classic Trinity Yachts motor yacht measuring 48.8 m, ideally suited to multi-generational family parties or gatherings of friends. With 6 cabins accommodating 12 guests overnight, she provides generous personal space, supported throughout by a dedicated crew of 9. Refitted in 2024 after her 2000 launch, she maintains a refreshing interior atmosphere with air conditioning ensuring complete comfort during warm tropical voyages.
When set alongside comparable yachts cruising the Leeward Islands, she matches the competition closely in key dimensions and timing. Her length is similar to typical options in the region, and she shares the same guest capacity. Her build year is also similar to alternatives in these waters, though her weekly rate is higher, reflecting her recent 2024 refit, high standards and attentive maintenance.
For clients deciding on the best time to charter her, she is scheduled to cruise the Bahamas, the Caribbean and the Leeward Islands throughout summer 2026 and winter 2026. The winter months from January, February, March and April bring settled weather to the Leeward Islands, whilst warm summer itineraries through the Bahamas or the Caribbean present relaxed cruising under gentle trade winds.
Written by Blue Ocean Club from this yacht's listed particulars and checked against them line by line. The yacht's own description is shown separately on this page.
What a week aboard NO BAD IDEAS costs all-in
Our planning estimate, built on the listed weekly rate shown in the rate section. APA, tax and gratuity are typical figures; your charter contract sets the final amounts.
- Charter fee per guest per night
- $2,679 – $2,976
- Weekly rate ÷ 12 guests ÷ 7 nights, before APA, tax and gratuity.
- Nearest airports · Leeward Islands
- St Maarten (SXM) and Antigua (ANU); St Barts (SBH) for small aircraft
- Simpson Bay marinas are about 5–15 minutes from St Maarten airport; English Harbour and Falmouth are about 30–40 minutes from Antigua airport.
- Typical extras
- APA 30% (typical for motor yachts), gratuity 15%.
- Charter taxes and cruising fees vary by island and are not included.
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $225,000 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (30%) | $67,500 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $33,800 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $326,300 |
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $250,000 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (30%) | $75,000 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $37,500 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $362,500 |
The APA is an advance for fuel, food, drinks, berths and similar running costs; unspent APA is returned. Some yachts are offered on all-inclusive terms, in which case the APA line does not apply. Delivery fees, if any, are extra. How charter costs work.
NO BAD IDEAS and similar yachts in the Leeward Islands
| Yacht | Length | Guests | Built | Weekly rate from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NO BAD IDEAS (this yacht)Trinity Yachts | 48.8 m | 12 | 2000 | $225,000 |
| R23AMTEC | 47.4 m | 12 | 2002 | €195,000 |
| TE MANUCodecasa | 49.4 m | 12 | 1998 | $196,000 |
| JUBILEEPendennis Shipyard | 46 m | 12 | 1999 | $180,000 |
| NITA K IIAmels | 52.1 m | 12 | 2004 | $250,000 |
Same type of yacht, listed for the Leeward Islands, closest in length, guests, rate and age. Rates of the other yachts as listed on 31 October 2026; open each yacht for its current rate.
Cruising the Leeward Islands: when to go and where to anchor
Best time
The primary charter season runs from December to April, marked by reliable north-easterly trade winds of 15 to 25 knots and minimal rainfall. Peak demand occurs during the festive period and regatta weeks. May brings lighter breezes and fewer yachts, while the official Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, during which charter operations are significantly reduced.
Practical tips
- Fly into St Maarten (SXM) or Antigua (ANU); Simpson Bay marinas are 5–15 minutes from SXM, while English Harbour and Falmouth are 30–40 minutes from ANU.
- Cruising between island nations requires clearing customs and immigration at designated ports of entry, with passports and ship documents presented by the yacht captain.
- Provisioning is most extensive on St Maarten and Antigua, which have large supermarkets near key marinas, whereas smaller outlying islands have more restricted inventory.
Anchorages to know
- Anse de Colombier, St BartsA sheltered, uninhabited bay within the nature reserve featuring mooring buoys, clear water, and walking tracks to the headland.
- English Harbour, AntiguaA deeply indented, historic harbour offering landlocked shelter, designated anchorages, and direct access to restored naval facilities.
- Green Island, AntiguaAn uninhabited island protected by an outer barrier reef, providing calm waters for tender use and water sports.
- Simpson Bay, St MaartenA broad roadstead anchorage and sheltered lagoon entrance providing well-protected holding and quick access to coastal services.
Also listed
Listed with NO BAD IDEAS
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NO BAD IDEAS yacht gallery
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
NO BAD IDEAS: your questions, answered
The most common questions we receive about chartering NO BAD IDEAS. For anything specific to your dates, guest list or itinerary, message us directly.