Copper Penny

Thanks so much for a wonderful vacation - it was the best ever and I smile every time I think of the wonderful week. I loved being on Copper Penny and will definitely do it again. You both made the experience unforgettable and were such great hosts. I love some of the pictures you took and can't wait to see the others. I didn't take any but I know some of the other girls did. I'll keep in touch.

We LOVE YA ALL!!
Thanks for such a fun sail.
Thank you so much for everything, we had a fun time and you are the BEST.
Thanks Chef for all the great meals we loved them all.

We had an unforgettable holiday on a wonderful yacht, an interesting and comprehensive program as well as an extremely competent crew. The cooking on board came up to our wishes and expectations – so again thank you very much!

To say we had an amazing time and loved everything is an understatement. The crew were wonderful hosts and did everything we asked for and more. We had an idea of things we wanted to see but their knowledge of the area was a huge plus to help us craft the most enjoyable itinerary. With fun water activities, Scuba diving & seeing some really cool stuff. We all felt comfortable with the captain’s expertise to provide fun experiences but more importantly, safe ones. The chef’s meals & cocktails were highlights of the trip. We enjoyed variety the menu offered. Meeting our dietary special needs isn’t easy for anyone, the chef took it in her stride and never made us feel like it was a bother. Copper Penny was a beautiful vessel with many comforts of home. We all enjoyed our rooms, the dining areas & especially the bridge up top. It was great fun to sit up there enjoying the quiet of the sail while reading or listening to Jerry fill us in on areas we saw or watching the crew at work getting the sails in place and back again. We would highly recommend the team aboard Copper Penny to anyone looking for a bucket list vacation.

Not sure where to even start on this. I could go on and on. This by far was the most memorable trip we have taken. It was absolutely fabulous. The crew were amazing. We could not have asked for a better crew. For the kids and us to get off the boat at the end and feel like we were leaving home as well as new friends, tells it all. The cooking was to die for, accommodating 6 teenage appetites plus getting them to try some new things; and captain’s adventures/tour took us to some new places we have never been too. The yacht was a well equipped boat and very spacious. We were very impressed with what the boat had to offer. Bottom line, no matter the boat, The crew were the key to a successful vacation. I would recommend chartering with them any day. We are already discussing our next adventures with those two! Thanks again for all your help in arranging this and assisting us in our catamaran choosing.

After having a few weeks to reflect on our wonderful vacation we are only more positive that it was the most perfect week we have ever spent together as a family! Far from cell phones, TV, and the pressures of life, we were able to completely relax and connect with each other and the amazing locations, flora and fauna of the BVI. Your enthusiasm and obvious love of life on the water was contagious. We learned so much from you and we carried home with us splendid memories! (snorkeling with the myriad fish we now know the names of, finding the cannons, swimming through the tunnel, hanging out with sea turtles, seeing the lurking barracudas, hiking to the pirate lookout, our own private beaches and secluded bays, fancy frosty drinks and amazing appetizers after a riotous afternoon of tubing, wakeboarding and kayaking, star lit gourmet dinners, fabulous desserts, we could go on and on…) Quite often you just read our minds, like when you whisked us from Anegada to Norman Island just to find the perfect sunset.

A vacation of a lifetime – Gord, excellent captain, gracious host, very knowledgeable tour guide, and entertainer. Ginny, extraordinary chef with every meal ***** the taste, presentation and variety for 7 days was so perfect. The stories of their travels and of the BVI were fascinating. Both Gord and Ginny went out of their way to provide sodas, drinks, beers and food choices we indicated. We both enjoyed the snorkeling immensely – the equipment fit perfectly and the sites we visited were great. We loved the tour of Virgin Gorda and the Baths – the Pirate entertainment – Saba Rock Tarpon feeding – sailing around the islands and all the local flavor of the Soggy Dollar and Foxys. I really enjoyed the hike from the Bitter End. Kenny was fascinated to learn about sailing and the boat equipment. I must repeat – “A Vacation Experience of a Lifetime!”

This was the best vacation ever! We have wondered how our trips are ever going to compare to this and we seriously think the only way is to plan another one with your company and Jim and Amanda. We cannot say enough about how wonderful this trip was. This was my husband's and my 5th trip and it surpassed all the others by miles! Thank you for everything.

This was one of the best vacations that we have ever taken. Amanda and Jim were both outstanding. Amanda´s meals were amazing, great variety and Amanda did an amazing job tailoring her menu to our particular dietary needs. She also doubled as a great underwater guide. She came diving and snorkeling with us and was very knowledgeable about all the different species. Jim was a great captain and master of ceremonies. He put together the perfect itinerary and kept us moving with lots of great activities. He was also like a private instructor helping us windsurf, water ski and scuba dive. We got on the boat after a very busy week for our wedding and Jim did the extraordinary step of even getting some laundry done for us! Can't say enough positive things about them both. They are total pros. I really can't think of anything that was missing. The pace and itinerary of our vacation was perfect. After a long hectic week for our wedding, Jim knew and executed the perfect mix of relaxation and activities. We often anchored at out of the way places which afforded great privacy. Jim and Amanda are a great team and we had a lot of fun hanging out with them. Our charter was only 2 people so we obviously had a lot of attention but I bet Amanda and Jim would be an amazing team for larger groups as well. We are already trying to get a group together to charter with them again.

OMG – the meals belonged in a 5 star, top of the line restaurant in the most famous cities in the world! Each day was a complete surprise and there was never a “let-down” in regards to the delicious treats that Amanda prepared. So yummy!!! Can't wait till we have a chance to have Amanda share them with us!