Palmer Johnson149m10 guests5 cabins
Palmer Johnson · Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts
Overview
NORMA JEAN works best when the charter is planned around clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, not treated as another name in a list. Palmer Johnson, 149'11 / 45.7m, 10 guests The strongest fit is a larger group day where deck flow matters around Spain and Mediterranean, with clear timing, guest flow, and season checks.
Charter fit
NORMA JEAN is best considered for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, with full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. The useful planning angle is a larger group day where deck flow matters, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
NORMA JEAN should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Spain and Mediterranean. The decision should weigh 149'11 / 45.7m, 10 guests, 5 cabins, 2009 | 2024 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
NORMA JEAN is not a generic inventory pick. It is a better match when the client wants full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space, a larger group day where deck flow matters, and a route shaped around Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising.
The local decision is less about distance and more about timing. Around Spain and Mediterranean, NORMA JEAN should be planned with boarding point, lunch stop, swim time, and return window in one brief. In practice, match the yacht to the charter area before treating global availability as realistic.
peak season dates, when cruising area, berth access, and crew availability should be checked early. For this yacht, confirm preferred dates, guest count, cabin needs, and cruising area together so the quote reflects the real plan. the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change.
For guests, the difference is felt in pace: where people sit, how lunch is handled, where swimming fits, and how the return feels. NORMA JEAN should be evaluated against that rhythm, not only against specs.
NORMA JEAN should be compared against at least one alternative if the brief is flexible. The useful difference may be cabin layout, crew style, speed, toys, berth access, or how naturally the yacht fits Spain and Mediterranean.
Ask the broker to state the limitation as plainly as the advantage. For NORMA JEAN, the check should cover availability, owner approval where relevant, cruising area, APA, fuel, and whether the planned route still works in real weather.
Technical profile
Charter price
NORMA JEAN is positioned around $160,000 p/week + expenses, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Palmer Johnson build, 149m class
The value is in the way the yacht supports guests: cabins, deck space, crew flow, toys, tenders, service rhythm and the ability to make the route feel effortless.
Fuel, provisioning, berths, delivery, local taxes and crew gratuity should be clarified before treating any weekly or day rate as the full charter budget.
Guest fit
Strong
NORMA JEAN gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.
Strong
The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.
Selective
For event-style use, confirm legal guest capacity, deck flow and whether the yacht is intended for cruising or static hosting.
Inspect style
Interior mood, deck style and service tone should match the client. The right yacht is not only the largest available yacht, it is the yacht guests want to live in.
Charter fit scorecard
5/5
The 149m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.
4.5/5
The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.
4.5/5
Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. NORMA JEAN should be compared on guest fit, refit status, deck flow, crew programme, toys, range, availability and the route you actually want to run.
The strongest shortlist is not the newest yacht by default. It is the yacht whose layout, service style and operating assumptions match the client, the port and the itinerary.
Profile
When not cruising Norma Jean has onboard an incredible selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to connect with the waters around you. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. Additionally, there are two F5 SEABOBs, that allow you to skim along the surface or steer under the crystal water and see a variety of aquatic sea life. Another excellent feature are wakeboards so guests can show off at speed. If that isn't enough Norma Jean also features fishing equipment, inflatable water toys and paddleboards. When it comes to Tenders, Norma Jean has you covered - with two tenders, including a 11.28m/37' Sunseeker Chase Tender. Based in the magical waters of the Caribbean all year round Norma Jean is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Norma Jean Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Caribbean. With its superlative combination of luxurious styling and superb amenities, open yacht Norma Jean has everything you could possibly want for unforgettable yacht charter vacations.
The 45.7m/149'11" 'Norma Jean' open yacht built by the American shipyard Palmer Johnson is available for charter for up to 10 guests in 5 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by Italian designer Nuvolari Lenard. Dynamic Norma Jean can zip across the waters at a thrilling pace, and particularly impresses guests with her outdoor spaces perfect for lounging and sunbathing.
Built with a aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure, she has impressive speed and great efficiency thanks to her planing hull. Powered by twin MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 15 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 27 knots. With a shallow draft of 1.77m/5'10" Norma Jean can anchor closer to coves and sheltered bays overnight.
Built in 2009, Norma Jean offers guest accommodation for up to 10 guests in 5 suites comprising a master suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 8 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
On your charter, you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained including a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. Norma Jean benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter including Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.
Onboard
Commercial
$160,000 p/week + expenses
Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts
$160,000 p/week + expenses
Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts
Cruising
Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts
Planning notes
Availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether NORMA JEAN fits the route.
FAQ
Yes, if the route is planned around matching yacht size, cruising area, and guest profile before comparing rates. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
NORMA JEAN is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The broker should compare the yacht against the occasion, the route length, and the level of privacy expected on board.
Send dates, number of guests, preferred start port, and any must-do stops for NORMA JEAN. That gives the charter team enough context to check availability and realistic alternatives.
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A charter expert stays visible from enquiry to shortlist, with email or WhatsApp follow-up when timing, routes or guest needs change.
We qualify the request, then coordinate with suitable charter broker partners so availability, terms and negotiation are handled through professional charter channels.
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