The Grand Floridian

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Grand Floridian provides guests with ample outdoor space from which to take in the breathtaking views as the cruise is underway. The elegant "Sky Lounge" includes a large wet bar under cover as well as a smaller seating area below the captain's bridge for intimate tête-à-têtes.


Grand Floridian's "Main Salon" features a unique environment which can be used for pre-dinner cocktail parties and even onboard corporate meetings with its numerous conversation areas and a large boardroom-style table. The salon also includes flat panel television monitors throughout which can be used for watching DVD programs, satellite television broadcasts and also teleconferencing services.

 
K&A Charters is proud to introduce South Florida's newest luxury party vessel, "The Grand Floridian". This 125 foot, 5 deck mega yacht has been certified by the US Coast Guard to accommodate up to 400 passengers plus 20 crew members in ultimate luxury and style.

Throughout the entire vessel, guests will appreciate unparalleled spaciousness along with full wet bars on each deck. Six spacious rest rooms are available for guests throughout the yacht as well as an elevator accessible for guests needing assistance to all 5 decks, a feature only found aboard this yacht.

Guests board on the main deck and are welcomed to a large, main salon offering a comfortable "private yacht" setting. The "Dining deck", located on the second deck, offers seating for up to 240 guests at round tables. The third passenger deck is fully enclosed and air-conditioned while offering panoramic views through custom tinted glass windows. This deck is designed to be a "Lounge deck" offering a large bar and flexibility to host any type of entertainment or after dinner activities. The "Sky lounge", located on the top deck, offers alfresco seating as well as dedicated bar facilities. The "Sky lounge" is a favorite among guests. The open-air atmosphere, combined with the towering size of "The Grand Floridian", offers the ultimate views of South Florida's waterways. The experience cannot be described in words.

"The Grand Floridian" was custom built to include every possible amenity to ensure its status as one the finest cruising and dining vessels in the world. She offers nearly 15,000 square feet of deck space to allow for the ultimate venue for your special event.

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The Grand Floridian's Menu:
Menu One
Starters:
     Chilled marinated
     Prince Edward Island Mussels with Pancetta, Rosemary and Citrus Vinaigrette
     Baby Spinach Salad with Spicy Pecan Goat Cheese Fritters
     Caramelized onions and Walnut Oil Vinaigrette

Main Plates:
     Shallot Roasted Whole Filet Mignon carved with Imported Gorgonzola and Tawny Port DemiGlaze
     Blackened Key West Dolphin Cilantro Salsa, Couscous and citrus Aiolo

Accompaniments:
     Goat Cheese and Thyme Mashed Potatoes
     Steamed Pencil Asparagus

Dessert:
     Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
     Banana-White Chocolate Mousse Tartelette
     Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Tea


Menu Two
Starters:
     Mixed gourmet greens with Endive, Pecans and Apples
     Blue Moon House made Mozzarella, Beefsteak Tomato and Grilled Portobello Mushroom
     Salad White Balsamic Vinegar, Fresh Basil and Olive Oil

Main Plates
     Macadamia Nut Crusted Chilean Sea Bass, Zucchini Noodles and Roasted Red Pepper Butter
     Char-grilled Breast of Chicken Barley, Roasted Peppers, Wild Mushrooms and Marsala Glaze

Accompaniments:
     Brick oven Blistered New Potatoes, Garlic, Olive Oil and fresh Herbs grilled Summer Vegetables
     Roasted Shallots and Lemon-basil Pesto

Dessert:
     Assorted Mini Pastries
     Strawberry Shortcake with white chocolate shavings
     Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Tea

Menu Three
Starters:
     Blue Moon Fish Company Cured Salmon Gravlax with Citrus, Cointreau and Cracked Pepper Served
    with Lavosh Crackers, Hummus, Black Olives and Roma Tomatoes

     Grilled Vegetable Salad and Feta Cheese with Olive Oil, Nicoise Olives, Fresh basil and Madiera            Balsamic Vinaigrette

Main Plates:
     Japanese Breadcrumb and Pesto Crusted Bluewater Swordfish with Mango-Curry
     Wasabi and arugula Salad

     Sautéed Texas Gulf Shrimp and Penne Pasta, Tomatoes, Capers, Porcini mushrooms and Cream
     Accompaniments
     Sliced Au Gratin Potatoes with Crème, Celery and Dill, Sautéed Green Beans with Roasted Peppers
     and cayenne Toasted Pecans

Dessert:
     Fresh Berries and Grand Marnier, Flavored Cream Liquid Center Double Chocolate Torte
     Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Tea

Menu Four
Starters:
     Classic Caesar salad and Garlic Croutons with Imported Parmesan Cheese
     Hydroponic Arugula and Shaved Pecorino Cheese with Apples, Lemon, Cracked Peppers and Olive Oil

Main Plates:
     Roast Corn and Lump Crab Crusted Grouper, Citrus Butter and Tomato Couscous
     Macadamia Nut Crusted Breast of Chicken, Goat Cheese Mashers and Mango Curry Coconut Glaze

Accompaniments:
     Sautéed Haricot Verts with Basil, Tomatoes and Lemon

Dessert:
     Assorted Mini Pastries Grand Marinier Chocolate Torte
Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Tea

Menu Five
Starters:
     Grilled Portobello and Mozzarella Stack, Vine-Ripened Red and Yellow Tomatoes, Fresh Basil and Balsamic Vinegar Glaze
     Mesclun Mixed Greens with Berries and Melon, Toasted Almonds and Raspberry Vinaigrette

Main Plates:
     Lobster and Shellfish Pan Roast and Cappellini Cake, Spicy Brandy, Garlic and Tarragon Crème
     Sautéed Veal Scallopine with artichokes, wild mushrooms, spring onions, lemon and garlic butter

Accompaniments:
     Penne Pasta and Imported Romano Cheese, Basil and Cream, Steamed Vegetables with Rosemary Oil

Dessert:
     Chocolate Dipped Berries and Truffles
     Jamaican "Crunchy Top"
     Crème Brulee
     Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Tea


All Menu Packages Include Basil and Tomato Foccacia, Ciabatta, Plantain and Boniato Chips, Roasted
Garlic and Olive Oil.

Optional Upgrades to Menu Packages
Butler Passed Hors D'Oeuvers
Louisiana Crawfish and Dungeness Crab cakes
Assorted Sushi and California Rolls
Shitake Mushroom and Hot Pot stickers
House Cured Salmon Gravlax On Dilled Toast Points
Seafood Bruchetta
grilled Andoulle Sausage in Phyllo Dough
Norwegian Salmon Strudel
Asparagus Tips with Prosciutto
Crab Stuffed Mushroom Caps
Maine Lobster Fritters
CHOOSE THREE $7.50 per person
CHOOSE FOUR $9.50 per person
CHOOSE FIVE $11.50 per person

All Charters Subject to 7% Sales Tax and 20% Gratuity
Platters Crudités Display 35/65 People$110
Imported and Domestic Cheeses 35/65 People $125
Brie En Croute with Orange Marmalade Almonds $95
House Cured Salmon Gravlax 12/35 People $80 35/65 People $175
Jumbo Gulf Shrimp $2.75 each
Assorted Sushi $2.75 each

Menu Packages
NUMBER ONE $62.50 per person
NUMBER TWO $52.00 per person
NUMBER THREE $65.00 per person
NUMBER FOUR $61.00 per person
NUMBER FIVE $68.00 per person

Beverage Packages
BEER AND WINE BAR $18.00 per person (4hrs)
OPEN PREMIUM BAR $25.00 per person (4hrs)

*Prices are subject to change (current as of 1/01/06)

Passengers

Specifications

Equipment

Guests 400   Builder Custom   Full Navigational Electronics
    Type Dinner Yacht  
    Length 125'

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Speed (max / cruise) 12/10 knts

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