Post-Yacht Charter Client Review
April 6-13, 2024 Motor Yacht The Peddler
"The crew is absolutely exceptional!
We are loving the yacht it is perfect for us and well appointed.
All is well
Will catch up when we are back.
Well done once again Yacht Guru”
~Bill & Rose Marie Bravo Jackey, Naples, FL
March 29-April 5, 2024 Catamaran Permabear
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What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation?
The crew moved us around a lot, so we covered a lot of beautiful places & that was really appreciated! It was nice not to set up transportation to and from airport (Chef Erin handled that) and taxi to/from one of the restaurants. Sunsets, listening to music, snorkeling in great spots, laughing, relaxing and playing in one of the prettiest areas in the world was a definite highlight!!
~Villaris, Joys and Wahrenbergers from Wilmington, NC
March 23-30, 2024 Catamaran Odyssea
"The Sail was Awesome!"
"One of the things I noticed was there seemed to be a perfect amount of interaction with the Odyssea Crew. Good service without hovering. We were allowed to help ourselves and participate in sailing wherever we chose to.
1. We liked the family friendliness!
2. Knowledge was shared and we talked navigation as we both share in this topic.
3. Top notch. Meals, table settings and presentation were fantastic.
4. The Crew was very professional but courteous. The whole crew bent over to make us welcomed and stress-free without being overbearing. Great mix!
5. Good value. Overall very satisfied.
6. Food was fantastic. Gi is an excellent chef and First Mate Mario will eventually have to workout excessively to burn off all her great meals!!!
7. We sailed 2 times without engines and we like that very much.
8. Captain Dylan always found a calm bay for anchorages and sleeping
9. We only did scuba and snorkeling. girls did paddle board and Jo and I took out the kayaks.
10. The Baths in Virgin Gorda BVI were my favorite onshore highlight.
We have had a wonderful experience booking our second sailing charter vacation with YachtCharters.Gurus. You have made sailing yacht charter catamarans much less stressful!"
~Capt Dan Gronstal, TX
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"The trip was amazing! Crew was super and First Mate Mario is a great addition. I enjoyed the full sailing the most! Dylan was very knowledgeable about the area and did his best to make our overnights in as calm of water as possible. The scuba dives were amazing."
We suggested to have a drink of the day and Mario was all over it! He came up with a drink each day and gave it a name. We loved it! The shore excursions were fantastic! We loved The Baths in Virgin Gorda. They were amazing. Also we went to Saba Rock for dinner which was delicious! I would definitely recommend the Catamaran Odyssea crew!
~Jo Gronstal, TX
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"Everything was fantastic."
~Christine Kinkead
March 19-26, 2024 Justified Horizons
65' Yacht Charter Catamaran Justified Horizons with Capt. Jack, Chef Tanya & Stewardess Shelley~
1. Crew Friendliness: The crew could not have been more friendly. They were always helpful, always asking if we needed anything, always offering new things to do.
2. Crew Knowledge: Jack was particularly knowledgeable about the area. He knew exactly where to go and when to avoid either crowds or increased wind speed in certain coves.
3. Quality of Service: Top notch!
4. The Professionalism of Crew: Top notch
5. Value of the Cost of the Charter: It was our first charter. And while we thought it was initially expensive, we didn't feel like we overpaid when we were done with the trip.
6. On-Board Cuisine: Terrific. We all wanted to take Tanya home with us!
7. Destination / Location: Great. I would do the same destination all over again, but I know Jack would want to take us to different places. He mentioned St. Croix and islands off Puerto Rico that sound interesting. 8. Water-Sports: Loved the toys, especially the sea-bobs and snorkeling.
9. Overall Satisfaction: On a 10 point scale....a 10.
10. What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation? Probably cruising to Anegada completely on wind/sails.
- And night snorkeling with flashlights
- And eating the largest lobster I have ever eaten in my life in Anegada
We can't wait to do it again!
~Blashford, Finley & Wechsler
March 10-17, 2024 Catamaran Relentess II 80
“We were thrilled with our charter - the boat, the crew, the food, the venues, the activities, etc. We can’t say enough about all of the crew!”
~D. Skudder
February 25-March 2, 2024 Catamaran Promiscuous
1. Crew Friendliness: 10
2. Crew Knowledge: 10
3. Quality of Service: 10
4. The Professionalism of Crew: 10
5. Value of the Cost of the Charter: 10
6. On-Board Cuisine: 11 out of 10!
7. Destination / Location: 10
8. Overall Satisfaction: 10
What has been the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation?
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Sitting on the front in the sun and watching the world go by
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The evening dinners and desserts
Any additional comments:
"I can't put into words how incredible this vacation was. Dani and Paul were the two pieces that made the experience all that it was, without a doubt. Their commitment to excellence was second to none and expectations were exceeded in every way. By the way, the two other couples we sailed with were so fun and quickly became friends with them!
Thank you so very much for all your help. I look forward to sailing again with Yacht Charters Guru. Thank you again!”
~Moon & Norton
February 4-8, 2024 Catamaran Southern Charm
Shelly was awesome in helping our group find a great fit for our charter! We had a last-minute emergency which made us reschedule; she was able to make everything work out! Food and boat have been awesome. Crew very friendly and been amazing.
Highly recommended!
~Rusty & Tammy LaRue
December 24-31, 2023 Catamaran Atlas
“What could be better than family time on a beautiful boat, with an amazing crew in the sunny BVI’s? Thank you Brynn & Rosie for a charter that exceeded our expectations.
~From the delicious food (catering to many dietary restrictions) to the wonderful cocktails, fabulous snorkeling, shoot stars and the rare dolphin sighting…you both made our week special!
~We Hope to be back on Catamaran Atlas soon!"
The Nagorsky Family, PA
November 21-28, 2023 Catamaran Mystic
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What did you see new and loved on this charter? EVERYTHING! Rob and B made sure to schedule fantastic family locations for us!
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Did you go diving? How many times? We did a 2-tank dive and it was great. Better in Belize, so we chose to do all the other fun things on the other days.
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Was Thanksgiving another fun feast this year? Seafood, seafood, seafood!! B outdid herself!
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Did you feel the crew is happy working aboard Mystic? They love the boat & the company.
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Would you charter with them again in the BVI or are you looking for something new such as Greece, Croatia, Bahamas, etc? We would do BVIs (definitely with this crew), Greece, Croatia, Fiji, Philippines or Thailand.
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Is there anything Yacht Charters Guru needs to do better or differently for your next charter vacation? No, you’re A+ in all respects! ~S. Moerbe, TX
November 5-12, 2023 Catamaran Ithaka
1. Crew Friendliness: Both Clayton and Jill were very friendly.
2. Crew Knowledge: They both seemed to be very knowledgeable about the area and the boat.
3. Quality of Service: Good.
4. The Professionalism of Crew: Good
5. Value of the Cost of the Charter: very fair
6. On-Board Cuisine: Great
7. Destination / Location: Great
8. Water-Sports: We didn’t do a lot of this. We had the float and paddle board out one day but were busy with other things on the other days.
9. Overall Satisfaction: very good
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation? Spending time with friends that we don’t see often. We loved the Baths.
J. Stanley, FL
November 4-11, 2023 Catamaran Touch the Sky
1. Crew Friendliness: A+
2. Crew Knowledge: A+
3. Quality of Service: A+
4. The Professionalism of Crew: A+
5. Value of the Cost of the Charter: cost is extremely high based on vacations to all inclusive resorts. I Understand it’s not apples to apples but at this price-point, it will be quite some time, if at all, before we can or will do this again.
6. On-Board Cuisine: A+
7. Destination / Location: A+
8. Water-Sports: I was looking forward to waterskiing however adult water skis were available, The boat wasn’t able to pull an adult. This should be updated in boat information.
9. Overall Satisfaction: A+
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation? Ah, that’s hard to say. The wedding, of course was special. Spending time with our friends in paradise.
A. Bagwell, TX
August 15-22, 2023 Catamaran Kimata in Greece
We had an amazing time! The crew was unbelievable. We are sad it is our last night here. I think my favorite stop was Blue Bay in Poliegos - so pretty. Crew was great and the boat was great. Everything was over the top!
T. Kimbell, TX
May 30-June 6, 2023 Catamaran Bagheera
It’s was perfect. The combo of the yacht, crew, attitude was perfect. There wasn’t one thing we found lacking! The food was over the top, better than we expected. Carla has a great attitude and served a labor of love from her galley. Allie could not have have been more cheerful or helpful. The weather was perfect. We had a clear understanding of what we wanted to do and we really enjoyed it.
Greg M.
April 18-27, 2023 Catamaran Manna
On the first day, we caught 2 large lobsters in the U.S. Virgin Islands! Everyone is having a great time! Allen and Lou are amazing, fellow okies too!
K. Schwarz
April 15-22, 2023 Catamaran NeuroSeas
Wonderful group of people, than you for organising their time on NeuroSeas.
We sailed first two days, Brice seemed to enjoy it and got involved. Even anchoring, operating the boat etc. Active group, very kind and fun. We got the special roti delivery for them from the best place we know in whole Grenadines, as they mentioned it couple of times in the preference list.
Capt. Yurko on behalf of Brice M.
April 8-15, 2023, Catamaran The Big Dog
SATISFACTION WITH YACHT CHARTER CATAMARAN THE BIG DOG
1. Crew Friendliness: A+
2. Crew Knowledge: A++
3. Quality of Service: A++
4. The Professionalism of Crew: A++
5. Value of the Cost of the Charter: A++
6. On-Board Cuisine: A++
7. Destination / Location: A++
8. Water-Sports: A++
9. Overall Satisfaction: The entire experience was amazing. Terry and Ruth were wonderful. You can really tell the difference between a seasoned crew and the younger crews we’ve experienced in the past. Terry was always whistling and cheerful, had endless patience teaching us all about Cat vs Mono sailing and the quirks of The Big Dog, answered a thousand questions and never once seemed put out by our endless curiosity and thirst for knowledge.
We dove with Terry 3x and he was a wonderful dive master…taking us to 3 sites with a lot of variation and interest. He is always watching out for everyone’s safety above and below the water and has ninja-like abilities to appear with the dinghy just as you need a ride back to the boat from a shore excursion. The condition and layout of The Big Dog is amazing…everything was spotless and ship shape. Spacious cabins, comfortable mooring/anchoring sites, water maker (water pressure was impressive!) and ice maker were a real luxury too!
Ruth’s meals were outstanding and she is a warm and cheerful presence on the boat. We loved the size of The Big Dog for 8 of us-her spacious deck space, the big fly deck, the cabins…everything. The layout with the galley being down below made it seem as if meals magically appeared out of nowhere. That was a fun surprise as we hadn’t been on a Cat with that configuration before.
We would give this boat and crew our HIGHEST recommendation. This is now our 4th crewed charter in the VI’s and The Big Dog takes the prize in every category. First class crew, first class cuisine, first class vessel.
We will definitely book again and just recommended The Big Dog to another friend who is considering a crewed BVI charter (I also of course recommended Yacht Charters Guru).
N. Ehrhart
P.S Thanks for once again hitting the jackpot Shelly and Randy!!
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"Everything was absolutely amazing! "I particularly enjoyed Ruth's out of this world cooking and Terry's generosity with his patience and his teaching. 10+ on all categories!!!"
P. Monnier
March 28-April 3, 2023, Catamaran Vicarious
"Everything is going great-Great crew, lots of fun!"
M. Carter
March 2-7, 2023, Motor Yacht McGregor III
SATISFACTION WITH YACHT CHARTER MCGREGOR III:
1. Crew Friendliness: “10 Stars on a 5-Star Scale!” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
2. Crew Knowledge: Julie & Capt Tim were warm, friendly & wonderful hosts!
3. Quality of Service: Gracious, fun and thoughtful! Accommodations clean & comfortable!
4. The Professionalism of Crew: Both very professional - sensitive to comfort & safety.
5. Value of the Cost of the Charter: I think the cost was reasonable for the experience and time!
6. On-Board Cuisine: Food was Excellent!
7. Destination / Location: We remained in the USVI due to husbands expired passport, anchoring in beautiful spots!
8. Water-Sports: Snorkeling & Scuba was fabulous! I needed some extra support & Capt. Tim was terrific!
9. Overall Satisfaction: I am truly grateful!
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation? Anchoring in beautiful spots!
Any additional comments you would like to make regarding your vacation experience? We will return for more exploring, snorkeling & scuba!
L. Taylor
We have had a wonderful trip. We are motoring back to the port of call this morning and then off to BlueBeard's Castle for the night.
Thank you for all your guidance and service.
Best,
~Mark T.
February 23-March 2, Catamaran Delana Mae
Thanks for checking in! We’re having a wonderful time!! McKenna has learned how to foil and wants to get on it every chance she gets! And Emme is now an expert paddle boarder! She takes the boards down and goes out without any assistance. They’re living their best lives!!
~M. Jones
February 11-18, 2023 Catamaran La Speranza
Post-Charter Review From Our Clients:
1. Crew Friendliness: Both Sid and Jack were personable and we got to know them well over the course of our 7 day charter. Jack, answered my countless questions about the boat and sailing and Sid was always ready to help no matter what it was.
2. Crew Knowledge: We found the crew very knowledgeable on our destination, the US Virgin Islands, all the sights, attractions and best mooring spots. Sid and Jack were well versed on the operation of the boat and worked well as a team in all phases of its operational.
3. Quality of Service: Everything was top notch, Lisa and I frequently would say "we were so glad that we selected to do a charter.
4. Professionalism of Crew: It was clear that Sid and Jack enjoyed what they do and it showed in the their professionalism and personable level of service they provided.
5. Value of the Cost of the Charter: We feel that doing the charter was a great value. We originally were going to get a hotel, rent a car and tour around by ourselves. But because of the logistics around doing this we considered a charter. We did not select the charter initially because of value but for convenience. In the end Lisa and I both felt the charter was a great value, when factoring in lodging, food, transportation, fuel, sightseeing and the overall fun factor.
6. On-Board Cuisine: We had almost all of our meals On-Board. All of the meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner were different offering great variety. The meals were well prepared, tasty and artfully presented. Lisa has a salt-free diet restrictions and Sid did a great job in the meal preparation to accommodate this.
7. Destination/Location: The main initiative to visit the US VI was to see the National Park on St John Island. They positioned the boat so that we were able to see everything in the park we wanted to see. Also we were able to coordinate doing the reef trail hike, in the down hill direction, and having the boat pick us up off the beach after the hike.
8. Water Sports: Our main water sport was snorkeling and we did it everyday some days at several locations. We also sailed to St Croix and back which was a fantastic experience we will not forget.
9. Overall satisfaction: We loved everything about the charter, our biggest issue is that we can't wait to do it again in other interesting destinations.
~The Maiers
January 9-15, 2023 Catamaran Odyssea
"The trip was perfect in every way! We loved Chef Gi and Capt. Dylan so much! They were great at reading us and knew when to engage. Food was great, activity level was perfect for us. I would highly recommend them. Thanks so much for arranging the perfect trip!"
~Regards, JoJo
December 21-28, 2022 Catamaran Katrina
“Dear Captain Ed and Erin – From the moment we set foot on Katrina, we immediately felt at ease. You both extended a warm and informative welcome that had all five us super excited for some quality boat and sea time. Thank you for making us feel welcome and comfortable, for answering all our questions and for explaining our itinerary each day along with the daily menus.
From the Christmas tree to the holiday floral arrangements and the stockings on the table for Christmas brunch, Erin, you didn’t miss a beat to make sure we had a memorable holiday while at sea. Thank you for helping us stick to a very full itinerary and for the bonus spots that you found for us to explore along the way. You and Ed handled our lost luggage situation with confidence and grace which is how we believe the two of you would handle any situation you were given.
Captain Ed, the sailing was top notch! Thank you for sailing us safely all over the BVIs and for answering all our sailing questions and for constantly ensuring we were safe on the water and on the boat. We are thankful for the extra attention you gave to us by putting out the floating mat and paddle boards, having snorkeling noodles at the ready and taking us to shore in the dingy whenever we pleased. Thank you also for the evening fish viewing.
Erin, thank you for nailing our menu for the week! Every single meal catered to the various food preferences of our family (vegetarian, dairy free, etc.) and they were super delicious. Some of our favorites include your poke bowls, fresh tortellini, Caribbean chicken, breakfast strata, the banana pancake bar, your signature rum cake and your infamous sourdough bread. You are an amazing chef who took significant care to make sure our food preferences were incorporated and each of us had plenty of healthy food. The afternoon snacks, and cocktails were simply the icing on the cake!
Thank you for making it easy and enjoyable for us to be together on this fun and memorable sailing adventure.
Thank you for everything! We hope to see you back on the water soon.”
~Carolann, David, Zach, Maya and Ethan
December 19-26, 2022 Catamaran Get Along
“We are having a blast. A nice combination of activities and relaxation. Kristi is a great cook and her daily drinks are a great idea. Capt. Brad is great as well. Love the boat it is a perfect size.
~L. Callahan, TX
November 21-28, 2022 Catamaran Nowhere / Belize
Ellen is a truly great chef. She’s done an incredible job of meeting our food restrictions while making the food absolutely delicious! As well, her presentation has been terrific. Capt. Reuben is terrific as well. I enjoy chatting with him.
~A. Ryan
November 21-28, 2022 Catamaran Belle Vie
We ABSOLUTELY will charter again, and will most definitely contact you when we are ready. We would also love to charter with Rob & B again in the near future.
~S. Moerbe
November 13-20, 2022 Catamaran Karma
While we were having fun interviewing the yachts & crews at the broker’s charter yacht shows last week in the USVI & BVI, our clients were having the best vacation of their lives aboard 50’ Catamaran KARMA!
See their review: “We cannot rave enough about how amazing Mac and Jake were, how perfect the food was and how impressive the boat was! I’ve been all over the world to many different resorts and have to say the service and experience provided by Capt. Jake & Mac was top of the charts! Absolutely world-class! They are amazing people and made this trip what it was - one we will never forget and one that will be the bar by which future trips are measured! Also, your attention to detail and communication pre-trip were also incredible and greatly appreciated. We will definitely use you to book the next one!“
~C. Sanderson
See Video: https://youtu.be/4rkkIOoHpPc
June 1-8, 2022 Catamaran Euphoria
1. Crew Friendliness: Very good
2. Crew Knowledge: Excellent
3. Quality of Service: Fantastic
4. The Professionalism of Crew: Very good
5. Value of the Cost of the Charter: Good
6. On-Board Cuisine: Superb
7. Destination / Location: Excellent
8. Water-Sports: Fantastic (scuba)
9. Overall Satisfaction: 10/10
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation? Hard to put down just one- the food, sunset hike/picnic over Waterlemon Bay, scuba at Mingo Cay and the Ledges
Any additional comments you would like to make regarding your vacation experience? It was a fantastic experience. The perfect trip to celebrate our daughter’s graduation. Capt Cory and Chef Emily were wonderful. The food was fantastic-every meal we were impressed with Chef Emily’s creativity and skill. Lisa is having some issues with gluten. Emily went above and beyond in creating meals that Lisa could eat- and they were 5 star. My daughter, Anna, said before the trip that one of the things she was looking forward to was the food- she was not disappointed.
We loved the scuba. We are newly certified divers and they made us feel comfortable and safe. We appreciated Capt Cory giving us an itinerary based on his experience- he didn’t disappoint. The trip was perfect for us- we were content to spend time on the boat relaxing/reading while also spending time snorkeling, hiking, scuba, etc. We would definitely sail with Capt Cory and Chef Emily again. ~C. Sward
May 23-29, 2022 Catamaran Grace
Great vacation! Catamaran Grace was a good choice for our family. The trip ticked all our boxes and made us really happy. The food was amazing. We enjoyed our sail to St. Croix. For us as new divers, we feel that Britta did a good job of choosing dive locations. Favorite dive: St. Croix Pier. We felt very safe diving and the crew gave the appearance of having everything under control. The kids loved the sea scooters and wake boarding was fun. I will book with Yacht Charters Guru again and try another new sailing area!" ~M. Colwell
May 19-26, 2022 Catamaran Kuma Too
"Our second trip aboard Kuma Too was just as much fun this year as it was last year!" ~ L. Koenig
April 9-16, 2022 Catamaran Sol Seeker
"Scott and Nikki are great. The food has been wonderful. Everyone is having a great time. A few observations: There is a big difference in flow with a 2 person crew vs 3 person. Guests do more self serve, of course. There is a big difference between a 44 foot catamaran and a 50 foot. 6 feet is much more than it sounds. We’re very comfortable on this boat, but it is not as luxurious. The USVI has exceeded our expectations! There has been so much to do. Nikki really caters to us to make sure each person is happy. She’s very accommodating. We have a lot more say on this charter vs past charters. We’re all very pleased with the whole experience and grateful for our hardworking crew!” ~J. Spencer
Mar 12-19, 2022 Catamaran La Grande Bellezza
Crew is great. Trip and food has been fantastic. Overall very good. ~J. Fite
March 12-19, 2022 Catamaran SeaU
Capt. Jake & Mackenzie are beyond perfection! They were amazing. From the start, I knew it was going to be a great trip. I cannot imagine another crew that would have been a better fit for us! The food was amazing. She catered a lot to our lactose intolerant client. Our meals were SO good and we felt SO good eating better. I felt like we had a 5 star restaurant that was healthy. They were so professional and were able to gauge when when we needed to have our privacy. All the places we visited, they knew exactly what we liked. The band for my birthday was OMG! The fun-est day of my life! I literally cried when I said goodbye! ~L. Dickerson
Feb 19-26, 2022 Catamaran Delana Mae
I was afraid with having so much time for planning/waiting that my expectations may be too high - boy was I wrong. The boat is great. A lot of places to hang out or soak in the sun. RJ and Jenna have been awesome. Great places to have fun, snorkel, shop, hike. Tons of information on the islands, sailing, etc. I thought the food would be good, but Jenna is blowing that out of the water. To do what she does in a kitchen of that size is amazing. We are going to learn pirate dice tonight. We are going to the Lime Out taco place tomorrow. That looks like fun. ~ P. Jones
Feb 13-20, 2022 Catamaran Barefeet Retreat
Bree and Jenn are great and we are having a wonderful time. Mac (7) is the star, trying lots of foods and being fearless on and off the boat. Meals are wonderful. Bree goes above and beyond trying to please all appetites. Jenn is a skilled captain. We feel quite at ease under her command. ~ The Platinum Club
Feb 12-19, 2022 Catamaran Sail Away
Location: British Virgin Islands
It is going great!! Kim is a fab chef and tour guide onshore. Mike and Leslie are wonderful - eager to help, make us feel well taken care of. We are very happy guests!!! ~ Cameron & Huck Newberry
Jan 29-Feb 5, 2022 Catamaran Ventana
SATISFACTION WITH YACHT CHARTER CATAMARAN VENTANA
Location: U.S. Virgin Islands
1. Crew Friendliness: TOP-NOTCH
2. Crew Knowledge: TOP-NOTCH
3. Quality of Service: TOP-NOTCH
4. The Professionalism of Crew: TOP-NOTCH
5. Value of the Cost + Expenses Charter: JUST RIGHT
6. On-Board Cuisine: AMAZING
7. Destination / Location: BEST THAT COULD BE DONE
8. Water-Sports: PERHAPS ADD A KAYAK
9. Overall Satisfaction: EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation? WHO COULD NARROW DOWN TO ONE? LAUGHING ON A RAINY DAY EXCURSION, UNEXPECTED AMUSEMENT PARK RIDE, SURPRISES FOR CHINESE NEW YEAR DINNER, WATCHING THE SEA ANIMALS FROM BOAT AT NIGHT ~ D. Billings
Jan 29-Feb 5, 2022 Catamaran Shangri La
SATISFACTION WITH YACHT CHARTER CATAMARAN SHANGRI LA
Location: U.S. Virgin Islands
1. Crew Friendliness: Great
2. Crew Knowledge: Great
3. Quality of Service: Great
4. The Professionalism of Crew: Great
5. Value of the Cost + Expenses Charter: N/A
6. On-Board Cuisine: Exceptional
7. Destination / Location: Great
8. Water-Sports: Great
9. Overall Satisfaction: We could not have asked for a better crew or experience.
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation? The food and the service provided by the crew.
~ C. Rheiner
Jan 24-31, 2022 Catamaran Easir II
Location: U.S. Virgin Islands
1. Crew Friendliness: Sy and Kara made us feel like family from the beginning of the trip thru the entire week…..could not have better host.
2. Crew Knowledge: Both were very knowledgeable of the islands we visited sharing history and local experiences.
3. Quality of Service: Top notch. Sy and Kara were very accommodating always asking what we needed and what we wanted to do.
4. The Professionalism of Crew: In every aspect Sy and Kara were the consummate professions effectively balancing a professional demeanor while creating a warm and friendly environment.
5. Value of the Cost + Expenses Charter: It is hard to but a value on the experiences we had on our trip as they were exceptional but without a doubt it was a great value. We left knowing we would book another trip in the future.
6. On-Board Cuisine: Beyond expectations! Every meal was unique and well prepared with a variety of cuisines. Somehow we both gained weight even though we were active 😊
7. Destination / Location: We visited St. Croix which was a new experience and visited several anchorages at St. John. Each location was memorable.
8. Water-Sports: Many options to chose from. We enjoyed the paddle boards and snorkeling especially at Maho Bay where we saw turtles. Catching a Mahi on the sail back from St. Croix was certainly a highlight.
9. Overall Satisfaction: A+. The trip exceeded our expectations.
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation? Many to chose from but if I had to pick it would be a late afternoon sail as the sun was setting when dolphins appeared on the bow of the boat!
Any additional comments you would like to make regarding your vacation experience? Only that it stands out as one of best vacations we have taken.
“Had the best week ever! Full of sailing, snorkeling, hiking and eating the best food of my life…We’re gonna miss you guys! But we know we will see you soon!”
~M. Carruth
Dec 27-Jan 3, 2022 Catamaran Hero's Journey
Sailing in the Virgin Islands with Capt. Mike & Julie has been one of the best vacations we've experienced. The journey was relaxing, peaceful, enjoyable and memorable for all of us. The boat is great. Its full of spots to enjoy the stunning views- the sea life, beaches, other boats and sunsets are breathtaking. Capt. Mike really know what he’s doing . We felt comfortable & safe at all times. The activities, like paddle boarding, snorkeling, kayaking and swimming were so fun! Julie’s cooking is incredible. We loved every meal and will miss the amazing service. Thank yo so much for giving us an amazing experience that we’ll always remember.
The Tresslar Family, Chicago, IL
Dec 27-Jan 3, 2022 Sailing Yacht Antillean
1. Crew Friendliness: Captain Matthias and Dominic were friendly and fun. We even got to meet Matthias' wife and kids the last night of our trip, which was great.
2. Crew Knowledge: Super-knowledgeable about the waters, the islands we visited, fishing, food.
3. Quality of Service: Dominic's cooking skills are tremendous. We ate the healthiest, freshest and most tasty meals 3 times a day throughout our trip. We were all amazed at what he could accomplish in a galley kitchen. We had fish that Dominic and Matthias had caught themselves every day, and it was all fantastic! Mattias was great problem-solver. When we could not find car rentals with availability in St. Croix, he borrowed a friend's SUV and took us around the island himself - which was so much fun. When the 3 young people in our group got severely seasick on the long sail to St. Croix, he told me where to book seaplane flights for the return trip to St. Thomas, took them to the seaport in the dingy, and then retrieved them at the seaport in St. Thomas. Charlie and I then enjoyed a great return sail with Matthias and Dominic (and no seasick crew) - and the youngsters loved their short and scenic seaplane hop (and a day at a beach bar)!
4. The Professionalism of Crew: Professional yet casual and fun, which was what we wanted, with three young 20-somethings in our group. The Elmer Family
Dec 20-26, 2021 Catamaran Champagne
The broker was very attentive. The crew was awesome. Made our Family Christmas one to remember.
R. Moon
Dec 19-26, 2021 Catamaran Blue Pepper
“From the moment we arrived, the crew was amazing, the accommodations were wonderful and the food was fabulous. We loved the crew!”
Carmine & Christie Cutone, NY
Nov 29- Dec 6, 2021
The crew on Catamaran BAREFEET RETREAT was marvelous!
M. Byrnes
Nov 13-20, 2021 Catamaran Karma
1. Crew Friendliness: Hannah and Tom are really special people…friendly, thoughtful, service oriented, always available to help, professional, lovely. We highly recommend them.
2. Crew Knowledge: Great knowledge of the local area, since this is the second time for us and the first time for the rest of the guests, they made sure we didn’t go to the same places, and got to explore new beaches, dive sites, and other fun experiences that were entirely new.
3. Quality of Service: A+++++++++++, seriously, they are truly amazing crew. I would happily serve as a reference ANYTIME they need one.
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation?
These are not in any order but we couldn’t pick just one:
1. Sleeping on the fly deck and waking up to see the lunar eclipse
2. fresh lobster ceviche made by Tom from the lobster we caught that day, sunset cocktails and delicious appetizers,
3. game nights with the crew and the fact that Hannah knows all the rules to EVERY board game!
N. Ehrhart, CO
Nov 11-18, 2021 Catamaran Anastasia / U.S. Virgin Islands
We absolutely loved the crew and they took great care of us. We hope to meet up with them when they come through Atlanta!
D. Jones, GA
Sept 20-27, 2021 Catamaran OPAL / SPLIT TO DUBROVNIK
When we asked our client sailing in Croatia this week how his trip was aboard 62' Catamaran OPAL, he replied "Thanks for asking! The yacht, crew, and ALL outstanding! We are having great meals and stops at the islands. The weather is wonderful with sunny days & comfortable evenings. Wonderful Cheers! 🍷🎶🇨🇦!"
Sleeps up to 10 Guests in 5 Queen Ensuite Cabins
Sept. 10-17, 2021 56' Catamaran BOOM / ATHENS TO MYKONOS
“Having a great time! Thanks for checking on us!” ~ S.D.
Sept. 4-11, 2021 52' Catamaran Valium52 / ATHENS TO ATHENS
"Dear Yacht Charters Guru,
I couldn’t have asked for a better match with this boat and crew.
The amount of space, especially with the screened-in area above in the Captains area was a bonus. Baby Charlotte really enjoyed that area and Capt. Roberto was always fun to chat with as we cruised along. Josh even used it for sleeping quarters a few nights because his bunkmate was snoring too loud😂
We felt like we had the most experienced and knowledgeable Captain in Greece. His ability to maneuver that boat in tight quarters and to secure us a space at the docks was amazing, especially at Hydra. He ended up helping other boaters that were struggling on a couple of occasions. Maria was also phenomenal. She actually injured her shoulder a few days into the trip but was as tough as could be in continuing to provide docking support, delicious meals, and service.
The nice thing is that we had members in our family who have managed larger boats on the Great Lakes so Joe provided a helping hand with the lines which he actually loved doing and Capt. Roberto and Maria appreciated. Of course, they were always mindful to keep everyone safe.
Charters in Greece are expensive but with the number of people that we had on board, we felt it was a good value. Your advice to increase the allotment for our APA expenses was good advice. We owed a little for fuel at the end but the cost came close and it was nice to not worry about needing to pay anything significant.
Overall we were extremely pleased and would highly recommend Valium 52, Yacht Guru, Roberto, and Maria. Except for some exceptionally windy and cool weather, which the crew managed well with an additional night in port, everything was perfect.
Thanks again for all of the work that you put into servicing this trip. I know it was exceptional with all of the interruptions and uncertainties due to Covid.
BTW we also experienced some milestones with Baby Charlotte on the trip. She learned to crawl, wave and was working on standing unsupported (on a moving boat😬). Standing on land should come quickly. The most memorable part of the trip for me was watching how much fun my kids had with each other and the crew. We could have been anywhere in the world but being in this beautiful location made it all even better.
Thanks again and I am sure this won’t be our last charter." L.P.
Sept. 4-11, 2021 62' Catamaran OPAL-DUBROVNIK TO SPLIT, CROATIA
“Thank y’all for setting this up. The cruise has been great! The boat, captain, crew have been superior. The food has been excellent. Their choices on where to go have been outstanding!” ~Tommy
August 1, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran Allure 64
To Allure & Crew, I’m writing this review on behalf of our family & friends. To say that our vacation was wonderful is an understatement! Capt. Scott & Niki were excellent hosts with impeccable attention to our every need. Each day was planned around our wishes with the perfect combination of adventure relaxation, celebration & laughter. Scott kept us safe with a gentle smile and was always on the lookout for our every need. The meals prepared by Niki were all truly a culinary experience. Every meal was a special treat!
Scott & Niki are true professionals with obvious attention to detail. Their experience in the yachting industry translated into a trip of a lifetime!
July 31, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran Ocelot
"Thank you for amazing memories, sporty sea shanties, froo-froo drinks & breezy sails. We love it all! It was a really fun & relaxing week. I'm so thankful to have had a crew we could joke around with! ~ The Turners"
July 19, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran Respite At Sea
"It is hard to put into words how wonderful our vacation was. Ross and Dee are over the top! They work so well together and are so attentive. The food was incredible, and the presentation was so beautiful. Ross has some mad napkin folding skills! They were so respectful of the catamaran. You would have thought it was their personal property. The diving and snorkeling were fantastic. From the time we arrived until we reluctantly had to be dropped off they made us feel so welcome. We would definitely recommend them to friends or book another trip with them. Thank you so much for booking us with them!” ~Jo G"
July 17, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran Shangri La
"Having a great time!" and the photos show it! The LeBert Group
July 17, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran Nutmeg
"We are having a great time. Just dived Wreck Alley off Cooper Island. Diving the Wreck of the Rhone tomorrow & going to the Willy T. the next day! Talk to you soon, -Jeff T."
July 5, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran White Coral
"White Coral is a beautiful boat and we've been having a great time. The captain and chef are nice. We would book it again. Thanks!" ~ N. Broadbent
July 5, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran Azulia II
"Loved our charter in the USVI. The crew was great. The food was fancy and delicious and there were lots of activities to do each day. The boat felt like home and all the cozy touches & elevated details made a big difference. The crew worked within everyone's dietary restrictions & interests for a fun family vacation. Excellent! Don't hesitate to book!"
July 3, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran Seahome
"Wow, Wow! What an amazing adventure you guys took us on! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the wonderful experience. Everything was perfect. You are the very best at what you do! Cheers!" ~ The Hawkins Family
July 1, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran O.V.
"We’ve been on the go so much I wanted to sit down and spend time on the review because it deserves my attention. You were amazing to work with and the crew on the OV amazing! We will be back next summer! We may book a larger yacht through you. But seriously cannot thank you enough for your amazing service. And captain RJ and his wife…. Wow! ~ The Turners
June 13, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran Callista
"Everything is going great! We couldn’t have asked for a better crew! Yacht Charters Guru provided personal and professional service in every aspect of our trip. From selecting the boat, crew and itinerary, even airline assistance, everything was covered. Most importantly when the corona crisis doomed our trip, they guided us through the process of rescheduling our June 2020 trip until June 2021 with no additional cost. While we were fortunate that the yacht owner graciously accepted our rescheduling request, we would never have been successful in accomplishing this without the Yacht Gurus. I can't thank them or recommend them enough! ~ T. Robins
May 31, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran Abundance
May 17, 2021 Post Charter Review Catamaran Kuma Too
"Not any words to describe how happy we were. They are incredible people, so sweet! The cooking was gourmet every single night. They worked SO hard the whole time. I came out of my cabin every morning and there was a cup of coffee waiting for me. They made us feel like family. I can’t thank you enough! We're rebooking Kuma Too next year!” ~J.G
May 4, 2021 Post Charter Review Touch the Sky
"Crew Friendliness: We have done a few of these charters before and Ben, Jody and Troy were extremely friendly, welcoming and integrated really well with the personalities on the boat.
2. Crew Knowledge: They had an answer for everything. With varying levels of experience in the job, they all knew their role well, had great local knowledge of the islands, reefs, coves we visited. On-Board Cuisine: Excellent. Jody was amazing with the meals she put together for us. Planning and preparing for 12 people 3 times a day is not an easy task and she made it look easy. Also not easy to please everyone every meal (especially with this crowd) and she did a great job accommodating everyone. Destination / Location: The islands in the USVI are beautiful. Ben was really accommodating with getting us to daily/nightly destinations that met the groups' preferences. We stayed in some amazing, quiet and secluded spots which was our preference. There were really only a couple destinations that were a bit crowded." ~ D. Rubenstein
May 4, 2021 Post Charter Review Winter's Coming
"The vacation was amazing. We set some really high bars on our last 3 catamaran trips and we are thrilled to report that the boat/crew far exceeded them. Definitely, the best food we’ve ever had on a boat and Sergio/Neen’s attitude/energy was fantastic. The USVI's greatly surprised us as well - excellent snorkeling, dive spots, scenery, etc.
Back to the real world ... nothing fun about that! I’ll fill out your questionnaire soon after I put out all these fires.
And BTW - you’ve been the best broker we’ve ever used! I like how you reached out to us before, during, and after the vacation. Will return to y’all in the future!"
April 18, 2021 Post Charter Review for Catamaran Shangri La
How was your satisfaction with...
1. Crew Friendliness: great
2. Crew Knowledge: great
3. Quality of Service: great
4. The Professionalism of Crew: great
5. Value of the Cost + Expenses Charter: OK
6. On-Board Cuisine: great
7. Destination / Location: Good.
8. Variety & Quality of Water-Sports Equipment: good
9. Overall Satisfaction: great
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation? The entire trip was very good.
Any additional comments you would like to make regarding your vacation experience? No addtl comments." ~O.K.
April 10, 2021 Post Charter Review for Motor Yacht Beachfront
"The trip was absolutely AMAZING! I would give the entire crew a 10 on every question below. I could not imagine a better crew. BEACHFRONT is a great choice for cruising the Bahamas. ~C. Koon
"The trip was awesome. The crew was great. The toys were better than advertised Some serious pampering. ~ C. Allison
March 8, 2021 Post Charter Review for Catamaran Anastasia
The trip was fantastic aboard Catamaran Anastasia. 10/10 on everything. The food was delicious and Lesli and Ryan did a great job of making sure we were comfortable at all times. The memorable highlight for me was the day Ryan took us to shore. We returned to a decorated yacht. Lesli had hung streamers/balloons and birthday decorations to celebrate my birthday. She definitely went the extra mile to make sure I felt special! I feel like we made a couple of new friends in Lesli and Ryan. I would definitely recommend them to someone interested in touring the Virgin Islands.
Thanks.
Reggie, Colleyville, TX
February 28, 2021 Post Charter Review for Catamaran Azulia II
"We had a delightful week with Dan and Sarah aboard Azulia II. They are both warm, positive, smart, and interesting people. As Barn and I approach our 70th birthdays, the time together with our wives relaxing onboard in beautiful surroundings is really what appeals to us. Dan and Sarah recognized that we were quite happy in and around the yacht without having the need or desire to off-board each day. We enjoyed a hike in Reiff’s Bay, a snorkel somewhere (I forget where), swims around Azulia, sunbathing on board (Queen), a lunch at Lime-Out, and a dinner at ZoZo’s.
I’ll answer your specific questions below:
1. Crew Friendliness:
Wonderful. Both Dan and Sarah are positive seeking to help their guests enjoy their week in any way they can. We hit it off with them immediately and for the full duration of our stay.
2. Crew Knowledge:
Outstanding. We were fully confident in their expertise in every aspect of their work whether sailing, meals or repairs. They also helped when I twinged my back and Mary cut her foot.
3. Quality of Service:
Excellent. Always with a smile.
4. The Professionalism of Crew:
Excellent. It became clear quite quickly that our crew was eager to provide a high level of professionalism in all aspects of service. Yet they displayed a genuine warmth and excitement that we enjoyed. Crew and guests all enjoyed saying “Attitude”.
5. Value of the Cost + Expenses Charter:
Obviously the corona virus pandemic made this a more expensive trip than we had originally planned. Nevertheless, Barn and Ginny and Mary and me felt the trip well worthwhile. A week on Azulia was heaven. The yacht is magnificent, well maintained and roomy (especially with just four guests).
6. On-Board Cuisine:
Outstanding. Sarah is an excellent chef. You would be pleased. We enjoyed fabulous meals every day.
7. Destination / Location:
We thoroughly enjoyed exploring areas of St. Thomas and St. John but we did miss the BVI. The past year has taught everyone to be more flexible and we thoroughly enjoyed our USVI sail. I don’t think it will surprise you we hope to add the BVI back in future sails.
8. Quality & Variety of Water-Sports & Equipment:
For our age, we are in excellent shape; however, water sports are no longer a priority.
9. Overall Satisfaction:
10 of 10. We loved it.
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation?
The sail yesterday from Magen’s Bay to Charlotte Amalie was a marvelous finale. We “raced” another yacht head to head for much of the sail. It was spectacular.
Thanks for all of your help to line up a perfect week.~The Platinum Club
February 25, 2021 Post Charter Review for Catamaran Neuroseas
1. Crew Friendliness: Extremely friendly
2. Crew Knowledge: Captain knew the routes, the best places to harbor, and brought us to some terrific locations.
3. Quality of Service: Excellent
4. The Professionalism of Crew: They were terrific, but not so professional that they were unable to fit in and be fun
5. Value of the Cost + Expenses Charter: I didn't pay, so not sure!
6. On-Board Cuisine: 4 star - actually, probably 5 star. Amazing food!
7. Destination / Location: Delightful! And a picnic on a small deserted beach one day that was breathtaking
8. Quality & Variety of Water-Sports & Equipment: Good enough.
9. Overall Satisfaction: VERY SATISFIED! We had a great time!
Barbara B.
January 13-20, 2021 Post Charter Review for Catamaran Rumba
We had a fabulous time. This trip was with great friends that we have traveled with before and for our 24th anniversary! We would definitely book again and loved every minute of it. I wrote a review on google but wanted to include this below:
on a 1-10 scale, 10 being the highest
1. Crew Friendliness: 10
2. Crew Knowledge: 10
3. Quality of Service: 8 (maybe a room towel and linen change at least one time)
4. The Professionalism of Crew: 10
5. Value of the Cost + Expenses Charter: 10
6. On-Board Cuisine: 9 (more seafood!!! And maybe more attention to the preference sheet)
7. Destination / Location: 10
8. Water-Sports: 11 on the snorkeling
9. Overall Satisfaction: 10
We had the best experience. Hope this helps with your next charter. It was our first charter so nothing to go off of and we had a fabulous time. The crew was awesome.
D. Arndt
November 21-27, 2020 Post Charter Review for Catamaran Ventana
1. Crew Friendliness: A++
2. Crew Knowledge: A++
3. Quality of Service: A++
4. The Professionalism of Crew: A++
5. Value of the Cost + Expenses Charter: Well of course, we would love for it to cost less but you get what you pay for!
6. On-Board Cuisine: OMGOSH: THIS WAS ABOVE AND BEYOND IN EVERY WAY ON EVERY MEAL.
If you have not experienced Christina's culinary extraordinaire experience, then I think you guys need to indulge.
7. Destination / Location: Absolutely love the location of the USVI's and even more now that I do not want to spend our money where it is not welcomed, i.e., the BVI's
8. Water-Sports: I did not personally do any water sports other than stand-up paddleboard and apparently, I am not very good but still had fun. Kids loved them.
9. Overall Satisfaction: Completely satisfied with all that you delivered. We will go again when we can.
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation? The Thanksgiving Feast prepared by Christina (Seafood Feast); Captain Richard's knowledge and love of what he is doing. Pure relaxation and enjoyment had by our two families.
Any additional comments you would like to make regarding your vacation experience? We would highly recommend this charter by your company to others along with the recommendation of The Ventana, Capt. Richard and Christina as crew. They worked themselves to the bone and did so with smiles and love. Also, our driver that picked us up at the airport to dock and return was an absolutely wonderful man too. I would recommend him as well.
We want to thank you for supplying us with all the information we needed to get through the COVIDmania traveling. The only thing that could have made this trip better would have been to delete COVIDmania and allow us to be on shore together at a restaurant. We usually enjoyed going ashore for a meal or two but didn't even bother since we could not sit together and wanted to avoid all the hysteria.
Again, thank you for a memorable experience.
The Clark & Moerbe Families, TX
November 23, 2020, Post-Charter Review for Catamaran Karma
1. Crew Friendliness: Absolutely fantastic, great couple, very professional as crew, they crushed it!
2. Crew Knowledge: Very good. Capt.Tom knows his way around a boat and seems to be able to fix anything. He’s a little less experienced with the nuances of finding the perfect mooring spot or dive site for the conditions (but we are experienced divers and he knew that), eating places, but knew all the beautiful places to see and made sure we found them. Always safe, professional, both are good sailors, super friendly, lovely, and helpful. Hannah is an absolute gem and the two of them work very well together, patient with changes or requests, never intrusive. We really want to adopt them and keep them forever!!
3. Quality of Service: Excellent
4. The Professionalism of Crew: Excellent
5. Value of the Charter: We got a great deal in my opinion. Obviously, the charter was discounted by a huge amount. We didn’t eat out very much (only one lunch and one dinner) because Hannah was an excellent chef and the way the itinerary worked, we really ended up in remote places, but we liked that!
6. On-Board Cuisine: Excellent
7. Destination / Location: Great. I like the BVIs better because of the variety, but we sailed to St Croix which was a first for me, and there are plenty of places around St John and STT to play and enjoy.
8. Water-Sports: Great, both Tom and Hannah did a great job facilitating diving both from the dinghy and the yacht, Tom came snorkeling (and diving of course) with us, we used the paddleboards and floats a lot, wish we could’ve done some tubing which we didn’t have time to try.
9. Overall Satisfaction: Amazingly wonderful. Can't wait to do it again.
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation?
~Sleeping under the stars on the flybridge, star gazing, diving, body surfing at Trunk Bay, conversations, being under sail (cant pick just one)
Any additional comments you would like to make regarding your vacation experience?
Thank you so much for finding us this option. We couldn’t be more pleased with everything!
N. Ehrhart, Colorado
February 20-25, 2020
Post-Charter Questionaire / Catamaran Mahasattva
1. Crew Friendliness: Never having done something similar, I didn’t know what to expect from the crew. After our trip, I can't imagine how we could find a better crew. Not only were they highly professional, they also provided the perfect mix of engagement and space. They knew exactly when and how to interact with us. This crew was outstanding!
2. Crew Knowledge: Excellent
3. Quality of Service: Excellent
4. The Professionalism of Crew: Excellent
5. Value of the Cost of the Charter:
6. On-Board Cuisine: Excellent
7. Destination / Location: Excellent
8. Water-Sports: Excellent
9. Overall Satisfaction: Excellent
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation? Every moment/meal/dance party/ game/ swim break we spent on the back deck eating, drinking and listening to music.
Any additional comments you would like to make regarding your vacation experience?
Would you use the services of Yacht Charters Guru in the future? yes
Would you recommend Yacht Charters Guru to a friend or colleague? yes
~Nick Moulinet
February 15-20, 2020
"The trip with Captain Jake and Stephanie on Catamaran Dreamcatcher was over the top. They are extremely professional and amazing. Each meal was delicious. They provided everything we wanted. They know the area very well. Each location they took us to was perfect. The main point that really stands out is their knowledge of sailing. We hit a strong storm (45 knots). We never felt unsafe because they worked together as a team. I HIGHLY recommend this crew.
You will be hearing from us again as our hope is to repeat this same trip next year and extending it for a full week. Overall this was a fabulous vacation. Working with YachtCharters.Guru on the planning was great. We are definitely going to give you guys a well-deserved review.
Thank you again for all the time and work to give us this perfect vacation.
Can't wait to plan our next trip with you guys" 😊❤️~Jean D.
February 2-9, 2020
To Capt. Terry & Ruth Ross on 62' Catamaran The Big Dog: "Thanks for all of the Dinghy rides, Thanks for all the fabulous FOOD, Thanks for all the special DETAILS. You two ROCK!! You two make a great TEAM! After such a great week, you are now officially part of our family!"
"We loved every minute with you, the food and the excellent service. We hope to see you again soon!"
Love, Barb
"On our first visit-30 years ago, we drove to the airport with tears in our eyes. We knew we had to be back. It will happen again. Today-This time we fell like we are leaving family behind."
Brock J.
January 5-12, 2020
Thank you, Capt. Kyle, Chef Tim and Stew Miranda for a fab week aboard Catamaran Dolphin Daze! Lots of great memories were made; Foxy's (bug bites & all!), a day of pain killer drinks on the beach at the Soggy Dollar Bar and a wonderful windy celebration at the full moon party at Trellis Bay were just a few of the highlights. Ava loved her scuba diving experience & Carson couldn't get enough of jumping off the top of the boat over & over again. Thanks for all the great memories, tasty food & delicious drinks. Team Canada! Michael, Miranda, Ava, Carson, Kathy & Admiral Tom
December 29-5, 2020
“Brittany & Michael on Catamaran Tabula Rasa, Thank you, Thank you, THANK YOU!!! We could not have asked for nor could we imagine any better pair to Captain a week of magic for our family. We LOVED every minute learning from y’all, playing with y’all in and out of the water, and getting to know y’all this week. Thank you for spoiling us in every way possible. We had the BEST week on Tabula Rasa. All thanks to the calm, relaxing, balanced with fun and positive energy you both exude. Did you ever imagine so many questions could be asked? Wishing you both the best until we meet again!
November 23-29, 2019
Capt. Dylan & Chef Gi on Catamaran Slivochka
Thank you for making this first voyage for our kiddos such a success! Jack & I have dreamed of introducing then to such a vacation. Your patience, attention to all of the details, and special touches made it a perfect trip. Magdalene (9 yrs old) will forever remember the snorkeling, getting to touch a jellyfish diving down to touch a rock, seeing a grand sea turtle, and of course her new special friend “Rob” the Conch. :) Capt. Dylan, your patience & guidance helped make all of these things possible. Jaxie (8 yrs old) loved sitting on the nets with the wind blowing on her face, snorkeling tubing & of course the early morning chats with you both. Maverick (4 yrs old) first tubing experience, searching for shells, and he will likely keep dreaming of Gi’s sweets for years to come! Truly, a wonderful, fabulous journey with you both. The pirate Thanksgiving lunch was a terrific treat.
Until next time,
Amanda & Jack, Magdalene, Jaxie & Maverick
July 2019
“The kids have just loved this Greek sailing adventure on Sea Energy V and they’re having a blast! This crew is wonderful. Today we saw dolphins and a red full moon and we barbecued on the beach! Every day has been packed with fun activities and special moments”.
1. Crew Friendliness: Excellent!
2. Crew Knowledge: Excellent!
3. Quality of Service: Very good
4. The Professionalism of Crew: Excellent!
5. Value of the Cost of the Charter: Excellent!
6. On-Board Cuisine: Good
7. Destination / Location: Good
8. Water-Sports: Excellent!
9. Overall Satisfaction: Excellent!
What was the most memorable highlight of your yacht charter vacation?
Paros nightlife, dolphins, the red full moon, big waves, the beach barbeque!
❤️~ The Spencers, July 21, 2019
“We are having the time of our lives here with Captain Ben and Michelle on Catamaran Excess. They are taking the very best care of us. We explored all of the island today and plan on doing some diving in the morning.”
~Mark & Courtnia, Georgia
July 20, 2019
June 2019
We just completed a week in Greece aboard charter catamaran Sea Energy V for 10 guests. For most people chartering a boat is a big deal. It's a financial commitment and requires advanced planning. I would only want to charter a boat using Capt. Randy & Shelly via YachtCharters.Guru as our broker. They were the key to making the entire process smooth and stressfree all the way from the boat selection, the contract review, answering a million questions that we had, plus coordinating with the boat captain. Professionalism and customer service were 100%. Our vacation was spectacular! The boat, meals and the crew, and our itinerary exceeded our expectations. Shelly even checked in with us during the trip to ensure we were happy. Thank you for being a big part of making our dream vacation come true!
L. Martin
June 23, 2019
Shelly & Capt. Randy Tucker at Yacht Charters Gurus are truly top-of-the-line professionals and I can't recommend them highly enough! They helped us plan an amazing crewed charter vacation to Greece on Catamaran Valium 62 and were available both during the trip and in the months leading up to it with answers to all our questions, even the silliest ones. They are extremely knowledgeable, friendly and responsive and I highly recommend them! We will be using YachtCharters.Guru again soon!
S. Caparella
June 19, 2019
Our charter on Valium 62 beat all expectations. Wonderful food, friendly people, beautiful country. The Valium 62 was definitely our favorite part. We were spoiled rotten for 7 days while cruising the Cyclades by the fantastic crew who we now call our friends. I highly recommend it!
J. Buettner
June 16, 2019
A+++ trip!
What can we say about our vacation with Jason, Kate and Miss T on 62' Catamaran Foxy Lady? We’ve been blessed to take some nice trips in our life and this was, without question, the best vacation we’ve ever taken. A fabulous vessel with attention to detail, kindness, service, creativity, amazing food, fishing, snorkeling, skiing, tubing, wake-boarding, exploring, special attention to birthday celebrations (two 50-year-olds and one forty-year-old celebration), games, laughter, music, friendship....we could go on and on.
One more important note, the captain and crew treated our 13-year-olds like their own, constantly keeping them entertained and having fun; which is not always easy. I would trust them again with our children...100%. We also knew safety was the top priority from the moment we stepped on our boat.
When we left for home, we were sad to see the week go by so fast but happy to have gained three new friends. My hope is that we can stay in touch and cross paths again.
Thank you Kate, Jason, and Miss T!
Much love, The Kelso’s and Hawkins
June 8, 2019
April 2019
"We all truly enjoyed our cruise on Xenia 62 last week … Myself, Paul, our daughter, and her family ... The boys were particularly delighted to enjoy all the warm weather activities a couple of months ahead of our summertime! Both Capt. Matt and Tara were fun, pleasant, attentive, and most helpful in creating this memorable week in The BVI’S." Paul & Sandra G., NY
April 22, 2019
Catamaran Viramar: "What a team. Tyler and Erika made this trip very special. They are super easy going and ready to cater to your destination, entertainment and comfort wishes. Their knowledge of the area and the terrific things to do made our trip so much fun. We sailed. We fished. We scuba dived. We explored. And, we partied! Tyler is an excellent leader for all things boating and Erika is too… and is also a fabulous host and cook. She made every meal artfully and delicious too. Can truly say they are our friends. Can’t wait to catch up with them again." P. Pessel, VA / Our Vacation Video: Cold Harbor Films,
April 11, 2019
Catamaran Azulia II: "Graham and Pam were exceptional. They were incredibly professional, extremely competent, and wonderfully experienced. The food was absolutely phenomenal. The vessel was perfectly immaculate. They always went above and beyond for each and every one of their guests. We would definitely sail with Graham and Pam again and again." T. Hetherington, VA
April 11, 2019
"I loved the actual sailing, so I was happiest when the boat was moving!
1. Crew Friendliness: 10
2. Crew Knowledge: 10
3. Quality of Service: 10
4. The professionalism of Crew: 10
Any additional comments you would like to make regarding your vacation experience? Just to send my gratitude to you all. I appreciate the communication and friendly reminders. I will totally recommend you to our friends and I hope to use you again someday!" K. Ingles, CA
April 6, 2019
March 2019
“Our most recent charter on Catamaran Bagheera was perfect for our group with a great time enjoyed by all - great food, beautiful beaches. Wonderful memories for all! We have worked with Randy and Shelly Tucker over the past 10 years. We are so loyal because they always exceed our exceptions and perform at the highest level. We just returned from a weeklong charter in the BVI’s on a yacht they brokered through their Yacht Charters Guru business: our trip was amazing and a 100% success!” D&A, New Mexico
Mar 18, 2019
"It could not have been better. Five Manhattanites blissfully chilling out. Capt. Ben and Michelle on Catamaran EXCESS couldn't be lovelier. Capable, welcoming and great hosts. We are all so happy!" M. Liscio,
March 12, 2019
February 2019
The crew on Catamaran THE ANNEX was really a nice group of people. First Mate Lloyd just smiled and laughed the whole time. Chef Jess was very sweet and warm and Capt. Ricky kept us moving. And yes, it was a very good idea to have dinner with them early on as we did get to know them quicker.
"We chartered Catamaran PLAYTIME out of St. Thomas and sailed around the BVI’s for the week. Fabulous!!" Donna, Franklin TN ~ June 16, 2018
"I polled our group that went on a charter vacation aboard Catamaran ULTRA and they all said that they would do it again! Jack, NY ~ May 20, 2018
"Everyone had a wonderful time. I thought 10 days was the perfect amount of time onboard Catamaran MANNA . Wayne & Emily bent over backward to make sure we were happy. I liked how Wayne made sure everyone was comfortable scuba diving and he is a good instructor. The boat was nice and we thought it was the perfect size for 6 guests. Emily is a great cook. The whole experience was good & we would like to book Catamaran Manna again!” Stuart, Marathon, FL ~ May 15, 2018
"We loved Catamaran MARIANN . Thanks for the recommendation! We will definitely do it again...not soon enough!" Michelle, TN May 14, 2018
"Yacht Charters Guru was the best for planning our charter. Shelly answered all our questions promptly and we enjoyed every minute of our vacation!!"🏝Christine ~ March 9, 2018
“We had the most amazing adventure. But in a nutshell, everyone should sail with Risa and Marcus on Catamaran NEVERLAND once in their life. You made life and the planning so easy thanks for everything”. Jamie ~ March 6, 2018
January 2018
"110%!! You are the epitome of what excellent customer service/experience feels and looks like. From the moment I first made an online inquiry you have been attentive, thoughtful, asked all the right questions, didn’t beat around the bush and kept us very informed. You provide a very personalized touch and approach. Extremely attentive and responsive. You have been just wonderful!”
"Really wonderful and helpful company, look forward to booking with them again in the future."
"Randy and Shelly know everything there is to know about booking your charter yacht vacation. They've been guests and chartered themselves. They are literally experts in this arena. You won't be disappointed."
"We had a superior experience booking a yacht with Yacht Charters Guru! We look forward to returning to the Caribbean for a crewed yacht charter. Thanks y'all for helping us make the most of our vacation!"
"Our family had a "once in a lifetime" trip with Yacht Charters Guru! From the moment we booked our boat to the very end of our vacation Shelly helped us every step of the way. She gave us advice on everything from where to fly into and her favorite places to visit in the islands. Even though we said it was "once in a lifetime" we can't wait to do it again!"
"Quick to respond to our questions and great with matching the right yacht for our interests & needs! I can't wait to sail again!"
"Very pleased with the yacht and location!" ~SEF
November 2018
You all had your hands full with the Chris 50th Birthday Cruising and Boozing Crew on Catamaran LIR. We were greeted with smiles and hospitality that never ended!! The boat remained spotless, the food amazing and the sailing beautiful. We were able to get everyone in and out of the tender without any oops! HA HA HA. Chris´s birthday lobster feast was so well set up and well beyond what we expected. We enjoyed a 21lbs Turkey, which only just fitted the oven! It was an absolute feast! Night time fish watching and star gazing. We are BLESSED to have shared this experience with both sets of our parents and two best friends that are like family.
-Greg Vanessa and Amanda are the perfect trio- complementing each other with a full team effort. We cannot thank you enough for making memories of this trip we each will cherish!!!
-Chris & Mel and Birthday Crew
Melanie said it all! Thank you for the wonderful adventure! XXOO
- Mike and Barb
Ditto. Thank you for the unforgettable adventures!! You guys are a wonderful crew!
-Mike and Sherry
Hey Guys, great job! The food was very, very good including the service. Thanks for giving our son Chris, the best 50th birthday party ever! Thanksgiving dinner was better than best . . . amazing! Hope you enjoyed the music! When we get home and look at the pictures, we will be able to enjoy the trip over and over again! Thanks so much for being a part of our lives! God Bless all of you!
-With our love,
Bob & Bernie
July 2017
From Nancy:
"We sailed aboard the yacht Kestrel with Captain Andrew & Chef/ First Mate Kailee July 1st to 8th. There were 8 of us which included our children & grandkids. By far this was our best vacation ever! The boat was spacious, clean, and well maintained and exceeded our expectations. Andrew took us to amazing snorkeling locations, fun, beach bars, shopping, and made sure our every wish was executed perfectly. My husband and I celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary aboard and Andrew served as our officiate for our vow renewal (which was a surprise to me). Kailee was an amazing chef even baked us a special cake for our anniversary. We had 3 hot meals every day that was wonderful. Andrew and Kailee were such great hosts I got teary when we left. It felt as though we were leaving family. We will cherish the great memories of this vacation."
From Joe:
"I was happy that the crew knew immediately how to get in the groove with the younger people on the boat. Of course, Nancy & I didn't have a clue what they were talking about most of the time; but we really liked how the crew connected with everyone. Andrew did a super great job of performing a mock wedding ceremony to celebrate our 20th anniversary and the cake was fantastic. The cabins & beds were plenty big enough. The yacht is really clean & in good shape. I liked how Andrew always managed to anchor away from all the other boats. That gave us some nice space on a busy week. We may never be able to pay for a trip like this for our family again, but we sure are happy that we did it once on catamaran Kestrel."
June 27 2017
"It was truly one of the best vacations I’ve ever had. The crew on Catamaran Lolalita couldn't have done anything better. They were very easy to be around, friendly, humorous & fun to hang around with. All this while doing their jobs with ease & always trying to accommodate us in all areas. We felt like they were part of our "family". They made this trip extremely enjoyable. They were very knowledgeable about all aspects of the boat & made us feel very secure. Every meal was top notch, tasty & presentation was always beautiful. The charter was well worth every penny we paid. Never being to BVI, everywhere we went was better than the one before in some way. Loved it all! Capt. Gio knew exactly where to go for good, dives, snorkeling or to just sit back & enjoy the beauty. There was plenty of things for all of us to do. Overall satisfaction was definitely a 10/10 for me. Can't wait to be able to do it again!! Thanks for all that you did for us YachtCharters.Guru!"
~ L. Thompson, North Carolina
May 23, 2017
Thanks for arranging this amazing trip for us aboard Catamaran Amara!!!! We have loved every second, and Nathan and Penny are the best!!!!"
~D. Howington, Texas
April 3, 2017
To Catamaran Eclipse: Capt. Jack, Jaimey & Mel- We had a wonderful week with you guys. I find it incredible that you can pay attention to all of the details and be so laid back & fun to be with at the same time. The boat, the food, the water sports, the BVI's were all fantastic. Thanks for Everything!
~C. Fernandes, Texas
March 14, 2017
The crew of Catamaran XENIA 74 was very friendly, professional & very knowledgeable about sailing and the Virgin Islands. The service was impeccable! The value of the cost of the charter was good! Cuisine was awesome! The Crew took care of everything! All water sports were offered. We would book Xenia 74 again. Loved every minute and will definitely contact you again for our next charter. Will also share your info with anyone interested in traveling to the BVI! Many thanks! L. Aldridge
March 14, 2017
Allison and I couldn’t of asked for a better trip on catamaran Xenia 74 and staff than any event we’ve ever been on! We give them “10’s” across the board! Please don’t do anything different because you have one hell of a process in play! Thanks again for all you and the crew did to ensure our wonderful vacation!
The Boudreaux Family
March 7, 2017
What an incredible trip on catamaran Xenia 74!! We loved our crew, Gareth, Kristine and Jesse!! They were incredibly knowledgeable, professional and accommodating!! I give all three crew a “10”!! The food was fantastic!! Kristine is a wonderful chef as well as a hardworking crew member!! Everything was presented beautifully and things were always pristine!! I absolutely loved this trip and would recommend it to friends and family!! Thank you again!!
Leslie 'n Craig McDonnold Midland, TX
March 3, 2017
My favorite memory of our tandem yacht charter trip aboard Catamaran Akasha & Catamaran Bamarandi was simply watching the bonding of all of our children & grandchildren with each other. I loved watching all the little cousins play in the water. The food on both yachts was exquisite! I cannot say enough about how both the crews were always there for us, offering whatever we needed and checking on us. This trip was a great way for 13 people to travel together. I particularly liked how whenever I called Shelly at YachtCharters.Guru, no matter if it was day or night, she was always there to answer the phone and my questions. I will miss our regular phone calls! We so appreciate your thoughtfulness. Thanks so very much! Rose Marie Bravo and Bill Jackey
March 3, 2017
Hello, Shelly.
We just wanted to say thank you for all your help organizing our family’s tandem vacation on Catamaran Bamarandi. What a wonderful time away we all had. It far surpassed any expectations we may have had, and will be the topic of choice when discussing our best memories for years to come.
As our family spent most of our time on board Bamarandi, we felt it would be appropriate to comment on our experience. From the first time we stepped on deck, we were welcomed with open hearts. Donald and Audrey worked tirelessly to ensure we were always comfortable, entertained, and extremely well cared for and well-fed! We were so impressed with their level of professionalism and competence. They were always mindful of our children, whether it was looking out for their safety while playing with all the amazing toys, instructing and leading them in scuba diving, or just spending time entertaining them with Caribbean stories, history and card tricks! Of course, the kids enjoyed their time with Richard as well, who made our stay so comfortable, they were wishing he would come home with us!! The boat itself is lovely and modern. It was meticulously kept and very comfortable for our large family of 7. There’s just something so relaxing about being gently rocked to sleep each night! We can’t say enough about our vacation on board the Bamarandi. Our only warning to future guests would be to take care, because once you sail with them, you may never want to go anywhere else ever again!
Best regards, Chris and Diane Jackey
Ava M.
February 24, 2017
We had been waiting for the moment to board the Catamaran Lotus for MONTHS! Our time on the Lotus lived up to all the expectations we had. it is going to be almost impossible to ever go back to a resort or to go back to every night cooking, because the Lotus crew spoiled us (We enjoyed it very much). It was wonderful watching Carson jump in the water and go snorkeling for the first time by himself. I loved my birthday experience! It's something I will never forget! See you next time! Ava, Carson, Miranda, Michael, Tom & Kathy
February 21, 2017
Our charter with Drumbeat 1 was great. Vince and the crew were terrific. I think everyone on the boat had a great time. The food was great and the service on the boat was great. About all I can say is that everything was great. It was a very memorable trip. Thanks for all of your help, GM
