Yachts for Romantic Charter

Thank you so much for such an incredible week on Karma. We had so much fun! It's hard to pick one (or even a few) favorites when we enjoyed so much. The diving was amazing, as were the on land excursions at The Baths, Anegada, and Soggy Dollar. We loved those adventures but also had such a blast on the boat - a magical home away from home for this week. The family breakfast / lunch / dinner table with all of us together is a gift that is somewhat elusive during this chapter of life, and this time together will be cherished forever. And the food. Truly magnificent every time. Works of art!!!
Since I'm delivering these thanks I'll add a special shout-out for the TSwift dance parties - and I'm sure the whole family would concur - the games, music, conversations, and boat vibe provided much needed connection and relaxation!
Thank you!!

I feel that 10 days just wasn't quite enough time with you!
I knew this trip would be epic when our shark whisperer (Grace) came back from a first snorkel with an aquarium of treasures (starfish, conch, baby eels, triggers fish and not one but 2 octopus!). We weathered a couple rainy days with a marathon beading extravaganza of of course a hat beading contest- will remembers jays victory "Help me"- did someone "Say Snacks?". I did my best to soak up every little detail (bump in the road) in this last Bahamas charter for some time.
To say that meals were perfect seems redundant, but its important that you know how gifted you are. We feasted like kings and queens. We couldn't possibly have enjoyed the trip without our fearless leader (and constant good sport)! You are always gracious, and accommodating and we appreciate you more than you know.
Leaving the Bahamas seems bitter sweet as I'll miss the turquoise waters and the mangroves, but adventure awaits in the BVI!
Bless you both

I could fill the entire book with all the wonderful memories that you helped us create, but that would leave no room for others to journal their good wishes...

Thank you for feeding us some of the best food we've ever eaten, motoring us to every "must see" spot in the BVI and entertaining us with stories your own adventures. I feel like we came to Ether as customers, but left as friends.
We truly could not have had a more enjoyable vacation. Thanks for the memories.

Review from crews previous yacht. The trip was amazing but the crew were the real stars. What a wonderful captain with a unique ability to be both fun loving but also in control and was always very aware of things and making sure everyone was safe. Chef is incredibily fun loving, nurturing, and resourceful. We laughed as our boat was the one that was first to beaches, got the best spot and constantly the go to for questions, ingredients and laughter. They have the ability to make everyone feel like family, to ensure an amazing vacation and they radiate joy! Highly recommend sailing with them of ever given the opportunity.

We recently chartered Floatation Therapy for six nights in the US Virgin Islands and we could not have been happier on our charter. The crew were absolutely exceptional and we loved our time with them. From the very beginning, it was clear that they wanted to make sure that our trip met the desires of the whole group. On our pre-call, they asked great questions, were professional and had great communication and were incredibly responsive. Throughout the entire experience, they both were friendly, professional, kind, calm and just really, really good people. They listened to us and created an itinerary that was exactly what we were looking for and made sure that every experience was a positive one – from reserving moorings, reservations, finding great snorkel and dive spots, recommending great restaurants, connecting us with taxi drivers, etc. They absolutely went above and beyond in every situation. Chef’s food is incredible and she made some of the best food we’ve eaten. She baked bread (sandwich bread AND the most amazing banana bread we’ve ever tasted), made homemade pizza crust, created a wonderful blueberry compote from scratch, pickled her own jalapenos and just made everything wonderful without cutting any corners. Her salmon dish and curry pork dish were two of our favorites and we seriously commented after every meal how delicious the food tasted. I also commented that the meal table always got very quiet once the food was served because we were all loving it so much. Most importantly, they are just good people. We loved being around them and enjoyed having them a part of our vacation. We will absolutely be rebooking with the two of them in the future!

Thank you for everything you did to make this week the best family vacation we have ever had. We are grateful for your hospitality and for teaching our girls to snorkel and sail. So many awesome memories.

It is extremely rare in life when you find reality substantially exceeds ones expectations. This was one of those times. Our week was in a word, extraordinary.

Our family gifted ourselves a Virgin Islands trip for Christmas, but we also got a surprise Christmas gift; and outrageous week of memorable first time experience on Island Hoppin. The meals were gourmet quality preparations of fresh fish, prime quality meats, sauces, and accompaniments that easily equalled any fine dining restaurant. Captain’s knowledge of desirable Virgin Island destinations made each day a new adventure! Best of all the hospitality mentally made us feel welcome and simultaneously well served. A great trip on a great boat with fantastic people!!!”

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our trip on Indigo truly amazing! We have never had such wonderful food on a charter trip. The chef tailored every plate for our kids picky needs 🙂 The captain was witty and calming and we felt like family. We have truly made good friends and hope to see you very soon.

We’re so grateful for this trip of a lifetime! We had a great boat and a great crew. Thank you for everything. The island hoppin’ and the food was amazing. We love your key lime pie! The islands are magical. Thanks for the memories!~

This experience was amazing. Exceeded all our expectations. The Wanderlust is gorgeous. Our crew was the best! I highly recommend. Our entire trip was amazing and would love to do it again!

Thank you so much for the most wonderful vacation. We all had the time of our lives. The food and drinks were amazing. The chef really outdid herself to make sure every one was happy with the food & trust me; the kids can be very picky! The crew were so good with the kids; they played games with them, jumped off the boat, snorkeled and were always super patient! We hope we can come back on again on a yacht vacation!

 

We can not thank you enough for an UNFORGETTABLE week. You went above and beyond to cater to our liking.You both are amazing and we are so appreciative for you letting us spend time aboard your beautiful yacht, Southern Charm.

Our week with you far exceeded our expectations. Captain, your seamanship is exemplary: Any vessel, any ocean; we would sail with you. Great ride. Chef, you must have been tops in your class because the food you served was simply outstanding. Its not possible to find better. Our best wishes to you both, truly we loved our time with you and our trip was by far the best vacation ever! We will find you and do this again.

 

Thank you so much for the most amazing week. Our family, spanning grandparents, kids, grandkids, and of course in-laws had the greatest time. Your knowledge of everything - from the local seas, to the cooking capabilities, to our family's varying preferences on everything - made it an especially remarkable experience. We had the greatest time, all because of you two. We will share below some thoughts from our own children/grandchildren, to whom you were particularly amazing. With the utmost thanks and highest recommendation.

The boat and crew were amazing! The only thing we had a problem with is having to leave 🙂

We booked the Vicarious Charter which took 6 of us around the USVI AND BVI. Michelle (through Epic Yacht Charters) was great to work with; quick to respond, knowledgeable and gave helpful suggestions when picking a charter. We had an AMAZING time with this crew. The food and drinks were great, the crew was very accommodating to our needs and we cannot say enough good things about Austen and Phily. We couldn't have conceived a more perfect vacation/40th birthday and anniversary celebration with our dearest friends. We were lucky to have found a charter that was able to do both the USVI and BVI in one trip (pretty rare from what I understand). We wanted to ensure we got the same crew that got the great reviews below, so it was reassuring that this crew also owns the boat. We saw a ton of wildlife while snorkeling and Austen/Phily did an amazing job finding the right night spots to give us a feel for the local culture/vibe. It's rare that you find someone trained as a chef and photographer (thanks Phily!). This was a once in a lifetime trip that lived up to everything we hoped it would be. Hardest part of the whole trip was coming home (to cold weather) and having to cook for ourselves again. Thank you Austen and Phily!

Our vacation was beyond amazing!! Thank you!! We had not been on a vacation since 2020 with COVID took over. Your knowledge, attention to detail and overall engaging and friendly demeanor made this vacation extra special. You are PHENOMENAL!! You made us all feel so special. We needed to disconnect and lose ourselves in this most beautiful BVI and so we did because of you!! The new places you took us to, the guided tours, the great food, the time we spent with you, and my surprise birthday celebration are unforgettable memories we will treasure always! We also loved all your toys - full face masks, underwater Gopro, paddle boards, scooters, and the that's what she said card game... lol!

How do you describe perfect and extraordinary? - Our week on Oceana with the two of you. You are neat and tidy - Please come visit us in Montana. This is a genuine invitation!!! God truly blessed us with the opportunity for this trip, celebrating anniversaries, experiencing the beautiful BVI's, but especially the change in crew! Chef your delicious meals day after day truly spoiled us - each day we were excited to discover what you lovingly prepared - you are an artist in the kitchen! Your beautiful smile and sunny personality lightened every day. Captain, we always felt safe with you as our captain. Your skills showed us everything you did we knew without a doubt that you could handle any situation that might arise. You are a joy to be around and a gracious host. We won the lottery with you for our captain. We are already planning our next trip back wiht a grandaughter. BVI 2023 - memories that will last a lifetime!

We had the vacation of a life time. Our itinerary was perfect and exceeded our expectations. The food on the yacht/charter and in the local restaurants and bars was amazing. The crew went above and beyond to keep us full and satisfied. The cocktails were also fabulous, both on the boat and in the bars. We enjoyed the beaches, water sports, dancing, singing, and all the new memories we made.

Everything about the trip was amazing! The food was spectacular: every single meal was new and so delicious. I ate too much because I couldn't stop eating the food chef prepared. Captain did a spot-on job of keeping us away from crowds, finding the best snorkeling spots and setting us up for stunning sunsets. I cannot recommend this crew and the Sandy Cinco enough. The service was perfect, and they know how to give the best BVI experience. We can't wait to come back!

Thank you for a fabulous week. Great times doesn’t even really begin to describe the experience. Your willingness to share your version of heaven has been eye opening! For a kid from the deserts of the west I’ve never experienced what the sea has to offer. Thank you for showing me a world I didn’t understand or really knew existed. I am no sailor, but feel somewhat accomplished in the basics. Thank you all for an incredible experience. Cheers to the opportunity to do it sooner rather than later.