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Thank you for giving our family one of the best trips of our lives. From the first day to the last, every single one of you made us feel completely cared for and made our kids feel like the most special guests on the water.

Keith, your calm hand on the helm made every passage feel safe and comfortable, and you knew all of the great spots.

Jamison, the food was out of this world and every meal felt like a celebration. Teaching the kids how to make pizza from scratch was a highlight they won’t stop talking about.

Chené, your energy with Lucas and Grace was such a gift from the art and craft to the surprise ingredients in the morning juices. Thank you for being endlessly fun, patient and kind to them. They adore you.

Christo, thank you for making day in the water an absolute blast. The kids call you the “fun guy”; the tubing and the seabobs were amazing and highlights for the kids.

Together, you didn’t just run an incredible boat, you created an unforgettable experience for all of us. Every detail, every touch, every bit of thoughtfulness made the week unique for the family.

We hope our paths cross again someday.

With much gratitude and LOVE

Luis, Greidys, Lucas & Grace ♡

Such an amazing experience with this crew and boat! All of the water sports was a memory I’ll hold with me forever.
– Alina

Thank you so much for an incredible week full of making precious family memories! Your hard work, attention to detail, friendship, and flexibility really was so noticed and appreciated. God bless you all and best of luck. We hope to see you in the near future for another trip.
– Matt Sides

Keith, Chené, Christo and Jamison – Thank you for an incredible week!

Keith, you showed us some amazing new spots in the BVI! Chené, your daily juices and cocktails were such a pleasure. :) Christo, AKA Aquaman, thanks for throwing us off the tube and teaching us to eFoil. Jamison, your poke bowl may be the best and prettiest I’ve ever had. Cheers to sailing again in the near future.

♡ Brooke and Tim

To the Best Captain and Crew—

A dream vacation with our family is the best experience ever.

Thank you so much for your hospitality and kindness.

The food, drinks, video, and laughter made a lifetime of memories.

We will be back!

Cindy & Keith

Keith, Casey, Christo & Chene,

Words cannot express how wonderful our week on Aeolus has been. Barry has dreamed of a sailing trip like this for a long time, and celebrating our 40th anniversary this way made it truly special. This has been, without question, the best charter experience we’ve ever had.

Aeolus looked beautiful online, but the real experience far exceeded anything we imagined. The yacht is incredibly well-decorated, comfortable, and luxurious. The crew is simply outstanding.

Every meal was exceptional—creative, delicious, and full of flavor—paired with unique drinks and beautiful table settings. Truly the best food we’ve ever had.

We were 100% pampered. Every request was met with enthusiasm, and the crew was both professional and genuinely fun.

The water toys were fantastic, and we really appreciated the effort you all put into helping us learn and enjoy them. It’s clear you work incredibly well together as a team.

This is an absolutely beautiful place to experience with such a talented crew. You made us feel safe, cared for, and completely looked after. We would love to join you again.

Hugs to all,
Pam & Barry


What a fantastic journey—Aeolus was AMAZING! Every detail was considered and personalized. We felt incredibly special and cared for throughout.

There were so many thoughtful touches that made each experience unique—custom cocktails, beautifully prepared meals, and seamless service. Casey’s creativity shone through in every dish, and Christo’s attention to detail—especially with the water toys—was impressive. Everything ran effortlessly.

Keith—what can we say—an incredible captain. Each day was perfectly planned, and every location felt like the best one yet.

Saturday was especially memorable—so much fun, and every stop was perfection.

Thank you to the entire crew!



Aeolus Crew—

Thank you for taking such great care of us. The yacht was beautifully maintained and perfectly equipped for us to enjoy the trip.

We loved the balance of sailing and cruising through such stunning islands. The attention to detail in every aspect of the experience was clear.

The food and drinks were outstanding and consistently excellent throughout. We felt safe, relaxed, and thoroughly pampered.

The crew worked seamlessly together—it truly shows.

We hope to see you again soon.



Everything exceeded our highest expectations—truly a trip of a lifetime and the perfect way to celebrate a major milestone.

The experience struck the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. From snorkeling and e-foiling to simply enjoying the surroundings, every moment was memorable.

The food, drinks, and overall service were exceptional. The crew made the entire experience effortless and enjoyable.

We were treated like royalty. Without a doubt, the best crew anyone could ask for.

We will absolutely be back.

Dear Keith, Casey, Chene’ and Christo,



Thank you for the most special trip! Your attention to detail, thoughtfulness, care and attention were unmatched. Everything we hoped for this crew was true and then some! We absolutely loved all of the special spots you took us to. Thank you for sharing the beauty of BVI with us! Each one of you helped to make our trip so special.



Keith – we couldn’t have felt safer. Your knowledge of the boat, marine life, and topography was astounding. We loved watching you sail and how much you enjoy it!



Chene’ – thank you for creating such beautiful tablescapes for us and feeding us insane cocktails. We are going to be dreaming of your cocktails at home!



Christo – watersports wouldn’t have been the same without you. Thank you for your careful instruction and playfulness. We had such a blast playing on all of the toys!



Casey – wow! Your meals and attention to our very specific dietary preferences took real talent. Every meal felt tailored to us and you really understood us.



The Aeolus crew was all it was cracked up to be. You guys are excellent at crafting a perfect experience. We cannot wait to book our next trip with you!



XXX

Ali, Kelly, Clio, Alex



→ You guys made every activity so much fun and we’ll be watching the efoil olympics to watch you guys – haha. You’re all so experienced with your individual “jobs” and you made our first boating experience so much fun. We will for sure see you soon!!!!



Love,

Clio

Our days aboard Aeolus have been truly exceptional. From serene mornings in secluded anchorages to unhurried evenings beneath beautiful skies, every detail felt effortless and beautifully considered. We are deeply grateful for the warmth, professionalism and seamless hospitality that made this journey s memorable. An experience we will long remember. Thank you for everything - Lauren

Thank you so much for making this the most memorable trip ever! The food was amazing, the sailing was fun, the toys were wonderful and the service was great. The whole trip was an 11/10 and I appreciate everyone that made it so amazing. Thank you all so much for giving us all such an amazing. Thank you. – Audrey 
Wonderful trip. ♡

I echo everything above. This has been a magical trip and we appreciate how well you took care of us. Hopefully we’ll see you again, either in the sunny Caribbean or snowy Canada. 
- Scott 

Thank you so very much for an amazing adventure, wonderful non-stop food and total relaxation. How you can gift us with all of this at the same time is remarkable! Thank you for the beautiful table settings Chené — you have set a new bar for us. The toys for all the water sports, the music, the food and the friendship made this week a true high point in the memories we will relive many times as we reminisce the joy in our lives. Thank you!!! 
- Ruth 

Words can’t express the deep gratitude I feel for the four of you. It has been a truly remarkable experience on this boat. Every moment has been considered, every meal tailored to our needs and every excursion exceeded our expectations. It was the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Exactly what our family needed.

Chené, I appreciated every coffee, breakfast juice + mocktail. And the turndown treats were so fun.

Christo, your toys were so fun for the kids. I think this has been the trip of their lives!

Maria, the food was absolutely incredible — the flavours and presentation was always a delight.

Keith — thank you for taking us to so many cool places — Little Harbour was my fave. Thank you for always being so calm, cool and collected (I’m still not sure when/if I should be taking you seriously 😉).

This has been a very special week. We’ll miss you! And thank you for surprising us with Audrey’s birthday and our anniversary.

XO – Charis 😊

We chartered Aeolus in December, just prior to the holidays. Upon arrival, we found a magnificent yacht, maintained to the highest standards. The crew, led by Captain Keith, was just awesome, with First Mate Christo and Stewardess Chene taking great care of us upon our arrival. Casey, the chef, was just absolutely fantastic. Every meal was extraordinary, from breakfast to lunch and dinner.

We took part in every activity that the toys and gear allowed us to enjoy. We kept the crew and Captain Keith very busy with all of our activities. We used the e-foil, the sea bob and the sailboat, and the diving excursions were fantastic. The best part of our activities were actually sailing the boat. Keith took great effort to ensure that we got to sail as much as possible on our trip.

The entire crew absolutely spoiled us - they had a positive and can do attitude and approach for the entire trip. We can’t think of a single thing that could’ve made this trip any better. Our sincere thanks to the entire crew and we look forward to our next trip on board Aeolus.

Jeff

Keith, Casey, Christo & Chene,

Wow – what an amazing trip!! It was truly magical! 💗 You guys are absolutely THE BEST!!!
Your kindness & amazing attitudes made everything that much sweeter. From the gorgeous anchorage spots, to the very creative tablescapes, to the most delicious food where every meal was better than the next, to the plethora of water toys & Christo’s coaching (move forward!!! 😉) – it was all just the best cruise ever.

Your thoughtfulness in every detail makes us not want to leave, but apparently the next charter group doesn’t want our company!
The icing on the cake is the fantastic video & we will treasure it forever. Thank you!

You are the best crew & made us feel like family, while also spoiling the heck out of us! Looking forward to next time!

Love to all of you,
Jeff, Karen & Connor


 

Dear Keith, Chene, Christo and Casey,

You are the best of the best. Having been to the BVI 10 to 15 times, I simply couldn’t imagine how great a trip with you could be!! Just beyond any expectations. I can’t wait to charter again but only with you! Keith, your wonderful, calm, deliberate manor was so awesome. Casey - there is no restaurant that compares to you and the incredible meals. Chene - your kindness, your attention to detail, the world’s best happy hour and all the service! Christo - somehow you are 6 people all in one! Your attitude & willingness to always bring out more toys… thank you!! Memories of a lifetime with all of us. WE can’t thank you enough!! You are the best of the best. Thank you - George

Words can’t express how grateful I am for providing us a trip of a lifetime. You are all experts in your craft. you kept us all safe, healthy & incredibly happy throughout our 8 day trip. You are an elegant crew… working seamlessly to bring joy & laughter, fun & support to all. So much respect for all you do. I will cherish memories made on this trip for a lifetime. Best wishes and smooth sailing! - Erin 

Thank you so much for making this such an amazing trip. I loved talking and getting to know all of you. I really appreciate everything you guys did to make this a once in a lifetime experience. Ms. Chene, thank you for being one of the kindest people I’ve ever met and your iced tea was by far the best I’ve ever had. Mr. Christo, thank you for telling me and Geordie about all the best Snorkelling spots (and picking us up when we didn’t want to swim back). Mr. Keith, thank you for being such an amazing captain and taking us to so many cool spots. Ms Casey, thank you for cooking some of the best food I’ve ever had, I always looked forward to lunch, happy hour, and dinner (and I loved the breakfast I got to eat when I woke very late). This trip was better than I could’ve imagined, and you guys deserve all the credit. Thank you so much!! - Charlotte 

Thank you for the most amazing 8 days of my life! Mr. Christo thank you for teaching me that there is always someone bigger who can push me off the boat. Ms Casey thank you for the incredible foood. Captain Keith, thank you for answering all my endless questions. Ms Chene thank you for always making me laugh. Thank you all for working so hard. - Charlie

You made this the very best trip we’ve ever had in the BVI’s… so fabulous!! Thank you for bringing so much joy into everything you did… every meal, every water toy, every playlist, every anchorage, every meal and expedition. You outdid yourselves each and every day and I couldn’t be more grateful! You are all exceptional and I hope to see you all again on a future sail. - Tracy

Thanks so much for all you did to make this an incredible trip. You are the kindest, most professional and fun people anyone could hope to meet. Hard to believe that I did so many things for the first time - none of this would have been possible without your support and encouragement. Good luck and smooth sailing. Daniel 

Thank you so much for giving us the most exciting, fun and unforgettable trip! These 8 days have been filled with amazing memories and even better food. Throughout this week, your guys spirit and joyful attitude made this trip so awesome! Ms. Chene and Mr Christo, thank you guys for always bringing a smile to my face! Ms. Casey, you have made the best food I’ve ever eaten! Mr. Keith, your careful and bight personality was one of the most appreciated aspects of these 8 days! Thank you guys so much for the trip of a lifetime! Thank you!! 
Phoebe 

Thank you for all the amazing memories! I appreciate all of your effort to make this trip as awesome as possible! I will never forget all of the amazing meals and activities with Aeolus! You guys are awesome. Thank you! 
Geordie

Kieran, Chene Christo, Casey
We have travelled the world together as a family and this trip by far is our most memorable and favorite. From the scuba certifications to the fine dining to the endless laughter from the water toys to the beautiful tablescapes and never ending strawberry daiquiris to the warm smiles from AM to PM. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your four are gems as humans and we are lucky to have spent time with you. May our paths cross again in the future. With tons of love.
- Dani & Adam

Dear Aeolus Crew,
We had a great time, we loved it. One thing we loved is the places we visited. Another thing is the food and the water toys. Another thing I liked is doing the bubble maker.
Coco - Age 9

Dear Aeolus Crew,
We had a great time. We enjoyed the beautiful scenery you guys took us on. We appreciate the great service and kindness. We all loved the water toys and the scuba. 
Thank you.
Max - Age 14

Dear Aeolus Crew, 
We all appreciate you guys complimenting us on our manners. The locations we visited were truly astonishing. Also, you were so willing to get a drink or bring out a water toy. You were very accommodating and made us feel right at home.
Jake - Age 12

"To the AMAZING Aeolus Crew - This was an absolutely amazing week!! Every single detail was perfect!! The children had a blast and can't wait to come back #missionaccomplished!
Casey - the food was divine! A culinary experience to say the least! My favorite meal was the lobster, the best I have ever had! You managed to have our children cleaning their plates at every seating! Another mission accomplished. Thank you for all your hard work on our bellies behalf. Only wish we could have seen you more. 
Chene - "Pleasure" doesn't even do you justice! Your kindness cannot be matched and the mixology of ALL things incomparable! Thank you for taking such good care of all of us and laying down the law with our kiddos! Your personal touches were the icing to the memories we will take with us. When we get a boat #youarehired
Christo - Thank you for making the kids' watersporting dreams a reality! You went above and beyond to make sure they knew what they were doing, were safe, and got better every day. I'm happy they figured out the water cannon on their own. You also made each dinner such a delight with your lighting expertise! #youarealsohired 
Michael - Kudos to planning the perfect itinerary! You certainly catered to our watersporting desires. I hope we made this charter memory a lasting one. May the mark of Knox bring a smile to your face when you think of us. You played doctor more than you needed to and filled our brains with boating knowledge we will hopefully need one day! Good luck on your land journey! 
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts" - The RayBaums

"Words can not truly capture the immense gratitude we feel for the extraordinary crew of Aeolus! To Captain Michael, Chef Casey, First Mate Christo, and the Delightful Chene, our hostess. You all made our week at sea an unforgettable adventure. Each of you brought something uniquely special to the voyage! Captain Michael's steady hand on the wheel kept us safe and sound amidst the wild beauty of the seas! You are a master of the high seas! Chef Casey, you are nothing short of a gastronomic wizardess! Every meal was a feast for the senses and each dish crafted with love and creativity. Your culinary prowess made every moment at the table a delight! First mate Christo, Your swashbuckling spirit and daring heart gave us all a sense of adventure. Your skill on deck, enthusiasm, and amazing backflips off the boom will be a lasting memory! Chene, your kindness and ever cheerful presence were the glue that held us all together! You made every request a 'pleasure'! We all want to take you home with us! Together you make an unbeatable world class team. Thank you for creating a lasting world class memory for us all!" -Jim & Stacey, John & Crystal, Jackie & Steve, Margie & Dan

"Thank you for a wonderful time!! We really enjoyed exploring the islands with y'all. Every spot you took us was amazing. Christo - thank you for hooking us up with all the great water sports. The seabob was a huge hit and it was awesome to see the underwater world. Chene - all the details and decorations were over the top. We loved how you had the dinners set up and your wonderful drinks! Casey - your food was a sure highlight of the trip! From the pork chop to the crab, and of course the steak!! I feel like you hit our preferences perfectly. You gave us our favorites while working in some new things for us to try. Michael - You curated our trip perfectly! The spots you took us to were top notch and your boat skills were always on point. Thanks for answering all of our questions. Your communication skills and delivery of your message is unique and on brand. The epitome of a captain!! We have memories that will last us a lifetime and some karaoke dreams that are best left in the BVIs!" -Jordan, Ashley, Matt, Rhonda

"All the Greek Gods smiled upon us and contributed to our fabulous charter: Dionysus for fun, Poseidon for wonderful seas, Eros for camaraderie, Demeter for fantastic food, Hedon for overall pleasure, and the spirit of Euchrista we wish to thank y'all with graciousness and immense gratitude for the BEST throughout the charter." - Your new friends Jim & Dawn
"Thank you for an AMAZING time in the VIs and BVIs! Everything (Food, Service, Vino, & Cocktails) was A+++. All the best to y'all in your future endeavors!" - Steve, Bobbi, Barb & Steph
"Ti apistefto skafos o Aiolos, to pliroma kai oi filoi tou!" -Todd & Suz

"Thank you Michael, Casey, Chene, and Christo for a most memorable holiday week. Everything was perfect from the moment we arrived to the last morning. We lived in luxury, ate like kings, drank works of art, and learned that laughter on the water was the perfect way to spend days -- much of that laughter was watching each other try to master the e-foil. Each of your talents -- Michael's leadership, Casey's magic skills in the kitchen, Chene's wonderful ability to mix drinks and anticipate every need, and Christo's fabulous energy as he met our every water sport need -- created the perfect trip. The Aeolus winds made the weather just the right amount of sun and clouds too -- All Magical!' - Fondly Matt & Bobbi Hapgood

'Thank you so much. So sad to leave! You guys made the trip so special. Making me reconsider my career!!' - Margaux

'Thank you for making this trip so memorable! This catamaran is beautiful, but you four made it the wondrous place it was during this Christmas week! Thanks for your helpfulness, gentleness, and expertise in everything on board and off!' - Pascale

"Words alone cannot express the special memorable trip this has been! Every sense will trigger a memory throughout the rest of our lives! Michael's leadership and sense of humor, Casey's talents as a chef as well as her continuous thoughtfulness, Christo at the ready for anything we might need as well as being there where the crew needs him and all with a smile! Chene's positive energy and smiles as she tended to our friends and family made every morning bright and sunny! The whole crew made us feel at home, and had lots of patience with every experience. My 60th birthday celebration was so special and makes facing this next decade with ease! beach party and decorated boat with the most delicious birthday cake! Our son's proposal to his girlfriend was pulled off as a beautiful surprise due to every detail the crew took care of, it was unbelievable!" - Kathie & Mike Gianoni

"We cannot thank you all enough for making this the BEST vacation ever!! Everything was absolutely perfect. The food, the views, the watersports, just everything. Every detail was accounted for and the trip was so special. An extra special, huge THANK YOU for giving Mitch and I the greatest proposal we could imagine. It means so much to us, and we are so happy that a really cool crew like you all were a part of it all. Aeolus and the crew will be a part of this memory and special moment forever. Thank you all for taking such great care of us. Saying we had a blast is an understatement. You guys are the best, and your big spiles and great attitudes made it even better. Thank you all!!!" - Mitch & Angie Gianoni

"Michael, Casey, Christo & Chene! The Dream Team! We cannot thank you enough for making this the best & most memorable vacation EVER! Captain/Doctor/Mechanic/Comedian/Scuba Master Michael, a true jack of all trades! Chef Casey, your skills in the kitchen are incredible! We'll be dreaming/drooling about your dishes for years! Christo, thank you for all the coaching and help with all the watersports and with everything on the boat and at all hours! Chene, we'll never forget your kindness & positivity! IT was absolutely incredible everyday experiencing new & fun cocktails! You are a master behind the bar! We had such a blast on and off the boat with you all! Thank you for helping celebrate Aunt Kathie's 60th birthday and MItch & Angie's engagement!! Thank you so much for the best week ever!" - Matt & Jenn Gianoni

"Aeolus, God of the Winds. A beautiful boat for sure. But good ol' Aeolus has nothing on the crew cause they're the best in the biz! Captain Michael rocks, he can sail, scuba dive, recover sinking hats and foil backwards! Christo has a smile from dawn till midnight, even when he's back flipping off the mast. Casey is a chef and planner extraordinaire, every meal is a wonder of flavor and goodness. Chene looked after every need and want and made some awesome cocktails! Together they made a fantastic team and the best vacation ever. - Gods of the USVI and BVIs, we thank you! Come see us in Charleston - The Mooneys"

To the amazing, marvelous, happiest crew of Aeolus, What an incredible week! Thank you for making our first voyage super incredible. Every single detail was noticed! Every meal was prepared and served so beautifully and delicious! Mr Boor fell in love with Bob and I fell in love with the boat and your hospitality! You truly are wonderful souls. We are so blessed and thankful to share our bucket list with y'all. Looking forward to spending another trip with you! - The Boors" 

It feels just like yesterday we stepped onto this beautiful yacht, but also in such a short period of time we've had so many experiences and been introduced to so many beautiful places and the water! Thank you for making our first charter the most amazing experience we could have hoped for, including our night-time adventure which now has Jay believing he's a full-time captain from here on out!
Michael, thank you for getting us to all our destinations safe, and for the history lesson on the islands along the way, and for putting up with Jay's never ending questions about boating & the seas! Be ready for next year, Jay will be coming aboard with a year of boating research under his belt after this adventure! Casey, every meal was beyond beautiful! We know your cuisine was magic when the life jackets got too snug at the end of the trip. Josh, thank you for night chats and stories, great to get to know you and best of luck on your new boat, Captain! Nicole, you always knew what we needed without us knowing it! Your little touches and attention were so sweet and made us feel like royalty. Thank you for keeping our pale Canadien skin protected at all times! Best of luck on your next adventure with Josh! Love us both - Jason & Stephanie

We can't thank you enough for taking such wonderful care of us on our first boating trip! You are so amazing and made us feel at home the whole week. We truly appreciate all of your hard work and attention you gave us, from our little treats on our beds, to the best food ever, to taking us to quite the dive bar, and making sure we stopped at all the perfect spots on the islands! You were so fun to be around and I'm pretty sure Jimmy would love to become part of your crew! We will definitely miss having fun in the water and playing with all the toys on the boat. There's no doubt that we'll miss all of our gourmet meals when we head back to NYC. But most of all we wish you all the best on your upcoming adventures and travels and know that anyone who comes aboard Aeolus will be very lucky! -Jen & Jimmy Wilent

Thank you all for the perfect cruise. All of us on Aeolus this trip either own or have owned boats of our own and we know what it takes to deliver a special experience and you did that and more. Michael, your can do, laid back style sets a wonderful tone for the Aeolus crew. Josh, we all wish you huge success in your next role as Captain. It was great that we got to see you in action for one of your last trips, go get em! Nicole, superb, sweet, smart, and all over it. Enjoy your new gig and we wish you well in your endeavor. Continue your Adventures! Casey, you spoiled us. Every meal was delicious and special. Great job and now diet time!

"To the amazing, marvelous, and always happy crew of Aeolus - You have exceeded every expectation that I had for my family's first maiden sailing voyage. This 'forced family fun' trip was truly everything I imagined it would be PLUS more. Each of you has a true special gift and you so generously shared with us. Your patience, kindness, knowledge, your caring, and true love of what you do shone through. Every little detail was noticed by Nicole, every special meal request by Casey, every water toy wish by Josh, and Michael the scuba, sailing, and patience with all aboard! You are wonderful people and we are blessed to have spent this Easter week with you!" -- Maja

"Casey - You are an artist with food! Simply Amazing! We all had too many favorites and could not agree on the winning dish. Thank you for being so accommodating with so many special requests! Nicole - you have the best people skills that I've seen in hospitality! You are truly gifted and go the extra mile every time! Josh - your happiness is infectious; you truly enjoy every day and you make this job look like fun!! Gratitude comes easy to you and it shows! Michael - I'm so glad that you traded in Finance for this amazing profession. Your peace and tranquility is a very important quality in this business! Thank you for introducing scuba to my family. I will be forever grateful! To the owners - Thank you for sharing this amazing vessel! As guests, we only see the top 1/3 of the iceberg and know how much work it is to create Aeolus! You've done a great job! The crew is a ten out of ten! Thank you." -- John

Heaven on the Seas! Wow, it is difficult to imagine a more stellar week on the water. The Caribbean islands and island hopping done to perfection. Thank you Supreme Naval Commander Cottrell for a lights out week! Captain Michael, Casey, Josh & Nicole, thank you for a refined, lovely, gastronomically fantastique and beverage heaven on water. From the underwater scuba paradises to the e-foiling highs and lows, this trip was a flat out blast!! There are simply too many extraordinary, fun, and outrageous sunsets, mornings, swims, etc. to mention. It was a week of giant W's. Thank you Commander for a visit of smart & fun hilariousness and lifelong comraderie and friendship. This was truly a memorable week of limitless superlatives! - W

What a beautiful week. The blessings bestowed upon all of us from Nicole, Michael, Josh and Casey were unbelievable. Nicole - thank you so much for the care you provided this week. You went above and beyond to show us love and care. Your love notes and flowers on our pillows brought me so much joy. Most importantly? I see that you take this seriously and actually love what you do here. It’s so nice and refreshing to see that! Thank you for being you. Casey - I don’t know where to start. Can I whisk you away so me and my family can enjoy your cooking? You had to accommodate so many different dietary restrictions and you did it with so much ease. Everything was superb. I pray in this lifetime I get to experience your cooking again. Thank you. I pray you create a cookbook of all your superb dishes… Josh! Thank you so much for your sweet and calm spirit. I see you working hard and being so present with us with the little things. Thank you for keeping us safe and ensuring we have fun. Continued blessings to you! Michael! Thank you for being our guide, for keeping us safe. Your humor daily was a joy to be around. Thank you for driving this boat with ease and getting us to where we needed to go. I also see your care and compassion for others. People look to you always for direction without knowing you because that’s who you are: a leader. Keep living your dream. If it wasn’t for Brandi and Steve we would have never been able to experience all of your beautiful individual talents. Cheers to Brandi and Steve for choosing the most amazing crew! With love always - LaShawn. 

Aeolus crew! Wowza. Best week ever. Thank you so much for all the fun times! I enjoyed the food so much. My tummy has never been this happy. Thank you to Casey for making amazing food to keep me on my macros. Huge thanks to Michael and Josh for being great tour guides and also educators of the land! In addition, Nicole! You have a personality that lights up the room! You are always there when needed and you make the best drinks and bed time notes! Thank you all for everything! So blessed to spend a week with y'all! See you soon. Much love and light and laughter - Jenna.

The crew of Aeolus is simply amazing! Everything about this trip has been a true journey! Captain Michael is a very capable seaman. He has a great sense of humor and hits every curveball out of the park. Josh quietly works to keep all the toys within reach and is ever present with a warm smile and a helping hand. Nicole will hand you a cold drink. She is a true alchemist, and an expert group facilitator. She keeps everyone’s spirit up just by walking in the room! Casey Casey Casey - oh my - you are a true delight and master chef. Thank you so much for all of your care. You did crush it! Thank you Aeolus Crew! I feel like you really “saw us”. I wish you the very best on your personal journeys. Mental hugs - Rhonda. 

You all provided exceptional service and trust for my first time in the U.S.VI + BVI. You were all so caring, patient, friendly and professional. Words cannot describe being in your presence for a week! Casey, I applaud you for making my meals vegan and being so great at it. I am a big foodie, your meals have been the best I’ve ever had. I know you worked tirelessly to feed us and you’re seen for that. Nicole, your service is beyond first class. You treated us like queens and your drinks were the best thing I’ve ever had! The notes you left on my pillow is something I’ll take home with me to do in my household. Josh, you are quiet but you are seen for all of your hard work, physical work and making this trip so smooth and flawless - you are acknowledged! Michael, you also made the entire week flawless and your patience, humor and personality didn’t go unnoticed. You made a group of seven ladies who have control issues feel 100 percent safe, secure and at peace. Thank you all for your expert concierge! Thank you for the diet accommodation for myself, thank you Nicole for the amazing dance moves and thank you to the boys for making us all feel comfortable. Until we meet again! - Laurel 

This was a trip of a lifetime with 5+ star crew. Sharing a week of adventures with The Lady Sirens was a blast. An amazing group of ladies, leaving as friends with stronger bonds. I can’t thank the crew enough. They made the week flawless. Make a request and they would make it happen. Casey - thank you for the amazing food. You covered us… we never went hungry. You quickly learned preferences and accommodated them with ease (well, you made it look that way). I wish I could even come close to the amazing, healthy meals and treats you made. True talent! Nicole - you are fabulous at your job. The energy. The service. Your notes of appreciation to encourage us. Always there picking up after us. Making sure I had ice water at all times. I wish I could bring you home. Josh - you tend to work in the shadows, but never too far away. I see the hard work you put in each day helping out your coworkers. Michael - you were an awesome captain. I will always remember you bringing out the map to show us the next day’s plan. Thanks for helping to make CrossFit workout happen! You’re the best. I have so much gratitude for all of you. I don’t have the words to express what you have given me. So many memories… a lifetime of them. I am so glad and thankful Brandi hosted this amazing trip/retreat. It was needed more than I knew. The crew made this adventure manifest to more than I could ever even imagine. Keep being amazing! - Candace

Thank you both for being such kind and thoughtful vacation planners, our trip was wonderful. We made a lot of memories together and are grateful for everything you did to make it happen! Here are a few of our favorite memories: Gumption and all he entails: entrepreneur, DJ, Tour Guide, Lemur expert, photographer, and promoter! Michael's pants being assaulted by the chair in Anegada; may they find the courage to be worn again in public. Billy Ocean and Casey's bellowing laughs on Murder Mystery Night. Mom and her lost and found jewelry and hat nearly being blown to Puerto Rico. Of course we will always miss and remember Casey's delicious food. Thanks for being so flexible with us; it's going to be a sad farewell at the end of this vacation. We wish you both well in your next adventure and hope to see you on the islands next season!
- The Wusterhausens

After our last charter, I think we all wondered if it was possible to match that experience...you guys exceeded it!! This was an amazing week with you both and it was so needed after a crazy, challenging few years. Casey, the food and service was perfect - we'll all be thinking of you when we're back in the gym. Thank you for making it amazing!! Michael, the quiet competence with a side of Texas sass. You did such a great job being our Captain, host, and guide. Thank you - we'd follow you both to any boat or place. This place is special to all of us and you made it more so. Thank you for taking such good care of us.
- Matt & Leni

Thank you both for such an amazing and fun trip.
- #10 & #12 chair champs Derick & Shannon

Michael you were a good first mate, Casey you were an amazing Chef. Thank you both for an amazing charter. You made the experience!
- Chase & Taylor

We stumbled aboard late, tired, stressed, and excited to start our week. Within the hour we were casually laughing and getting into the groove of the vacation of a lifetime. Words cannot express our thanks for all the delicious food, special cocktails, patience, jokes, and most of all just taking care of everything so we just had to sit back and relax. Everyone agrees: Exceeded our Expectations!
One thing is for sure, this trip would have not been as amazing, fun, and memorable without our Crew - Michael & Casey. You are the VERY BEST. We feel so lucky to have selected Liquid Zen and spent our week with you. Can't thank you enough.
The Booze Cruise - Jenna & Keith, Meredith & Matt, Meredith & Derrick

What a ride (literally)! Our Iowa YPO group will forever remember your phenomenal hospitality. The week couldn't have been more perfect from the beautiful spreads of delicious food, the humor sprinkled in with fun music, flexible timing for our excursions, and tolerance for our "wild ones." You have found your calling and we are fortunate to have been your guests. We greatly appreciate your smiles, your never ending friendliness, and the quick-witted comments. We wish you the best because you are the BEST. Hope we get to do it again sometime! You've opened my eyes to a whole new world. Thanks for everything!
-Mike & Ann, Josh & Brooke, PJ & Jeanne-Marie, Chris & Nicole

Friends,
It is difficult to re-create unique and magical moments. Congratulations, you did it! This has been an amazing week. The two of you go above and beyond to create the best experiences. We will leave with hearts full. The beautiful stops, yummy meals, exploring, and lots of laughter. As a group we had several discussions on how we really enjoyed getting to know you both more. You both are precious! Thank you for Everything! Don't you dare come to Florida without stopping to see us in Ocala!
Love Angie, Clint, RJ, Todd, Nicole, and Nay

This trip was absolutely incredible and that is because of y'all! It was like being at summer camp with the two most fun counselors. You guys kept us in line with good suggestions and lots of delicious food. It was so awesome getting to know y'all, learning cool stuff about the islands, exploring new spots, and so much laughing. Casey - you're an amazing chef and the kindest person. Michael - you're an effortless captain and hilarious person. Thank y'all so much for making the week so awesome. We hope to boat with the two of y'all again soon - maybe we can find a few more merch stops!
- Amy & Jon, Chris & Brit, Eric & Monica, & Barry the Barracuda

Where to start...a million thank you's aren't enough for what has been the very best vacation ever! You've far exceeded our every expectation!! Casey - Wow! So impressed with every single meal...I bow to your greatness as your crab cake is way better than mine! :) you are the master of mise en place!! Michael - your'e a gifted captain and instructor. I so appreciate the scuba lessons and next year will get to the bottom.
Wishing you both a very relaxing offseason, safe travels, and precious time with your families!
- Laurie & Stephen

Thank you for the perfect 25th anniversary trip! Both of you made the whole experience far beyond our dreams! Casey, we don't want 'french trained' cuisine ever, we just want your amazing 'Chiefdom'!! :) Captain, my Captain - Michael what an amazing leader and host you are! Thank you so much for your patience with my scuba anxiety and your tolerance for our husbands! We cannot thank you enough for all you did this week!
We will miss you both!
-Laura & Joe

"To say this was the trip of a lifetime doesn't even come close to the true experience that you two created for our family. Our two families, though separated by distance, have been coming together for years, and this is by far the BEST trip we have ever taken. The attention to detail, your kindness, and patience truly stood out. We all know 100% for sure that we landed the best crew & boat in the entire USVIs. We all can't wait to return to meet again & experience the BVIs with you both. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!"
-The Zaps
if you ever need an extra crew member for night watch, you know who to call ;)

"What a treasure it was to be a part of your Liquid Zen world for a week. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making this the best week ever!! It is hard to pick a favorite day/memory from the week. The sunset hike, the "icing", the scuba diving, the FOOD, the drinks, pineapple card game, the night time snorkeling, will all be in our hearts forever. Your attention to detail is so impressive. The two of you make the best team and your hard work does not go unnoticed. Grant is already plotting the next boat trip to the BVIS, but we all agree we couldn't do it with anyone but the two of you! Take care and be safe, and we hope our paths cross again!"
-The Coons (aka future Bote Raft Owners :))

"Thank you both for such an incredible experience on Liquid Zen! Even though our parents weren't able to make it, we had the BEST time and honestly wouldn't have it any other way (except maybe icing Brad at least *one* more time). This week truly was the best relaxation that I didn't know I needed.

To Casey: no words other than wow - this trip was filled with the most amazing food and really not sure how I can go back to reality at this point (lol) Thank You! To Michael: Thanks for being such a fun Captain despite our plot to lose the dinghy. Also thanks for initiating Brad into the family by icing him upon arrival. We won't forget these things along with all the other great memories!

We had such a great time hanging out with you both, and feel like we are leaving with two new friends. It's been an unforgettable trip & we can't wait to do it again! (maybe we'll even let our parents join next time haha). Cheers! Love Mollie, Hastings, Emily & Brad

"Thank you for saving our vacation from near-certain tragedy! Not only did we get a great boat, we got an even better crew. You are a great team and top notch across the board. You enabled us to make new friends (including you) while having the time of our lives. Not a boring moment. It is rare to find people in the world who are so good at making others feel so good, have so much fun, and make them eat so much!! We will miss you." -Shaun (aka boat man) & Betty

"What a fantastic week...and unexpected given the inauspicious start having our originally planned vacation canceled the morning of our flights. As it turned out, we were lucky. This past week was better than expected - good time with great friends, of course, but with a nicer boat and (I'm sure) a better crew. You two were great, organizing a fantastic itinerary with unexpected surprises - After Irma concert, massages, Lime Out, Zozos...and what wonderful food!!! Thank You!" - Heather and Lou

"We have lost ourselves in the moment of "today is today." I am hard pressed to think of another time in the last two years when I have felt so relaxed and carefree and slowed down. This was all possible because the two of you made things so easy, comfortable, and your knowledge of the islands and what you knew we would enjoy. There were too many highlights to pick out just one, but what I will remember the most is the belly laughs with the two of you and all our friends. Thank you for absolutely everything!" - Christine & Rob

"Michael & Casey,
Thank you for giving us a week full of experiences and memories that we will remember for a lifetime! From the food that was out of this world, to teaching Shane and Travis to scuba dive, and even showing us the ropes of sailing, we've had the most unforgettable week island hopping around the Virgin Islands!

Both of you have shown unbelievable kindness, grace, patience, wisdom, joy, laughter, and love to not only our family, but to each other! Each of you are truly an inspiration to us and everyone you encounter! Thank you for being such a highlight on our trip and welcoming us to your home with open arms. We hope you have an amazing 2022!
Love, The Cristiano Family"

Senior Spring Break – March 2021
‘Everything about this trip was absolutely perfect. Michael & Casey clearly love what they do and their passion shows. After a number of boat trips, this is my all time favorite and we will be back!’ – Monica

‘Thanks for the unforgettable week. Best trip we’ve ever had! Next time you’re in Rains look us up.’ – TA

‘Thanks for the perfect trip for us Newbies! The food and adventures – we will never forget. The attention to detail was on point! Can’t wait to sail with you guys again and thanks for making us “seniors” feel young again ’ – Angie

‘Thank you for an amazing week on the sea and in the sun! Top notch crew, my favorite yet, that didn’t miss a thing. I appreciate your attention to detail and how you went above and beyond on the menu and taking us to places we hadn’t been. You will be missed and y’all make us want to come back!’ - Stacey and Big Nate

"We've traveled all over the world and this has to be our favorite vacation so far! Thank you for taking such good care of us! Michael was a great Captain from working the sails to navigating the dinghy in the dark. Casey - the meals, snacks, and drinks were way beyond our expectations - every meal was the "BEST MEAL" (seriously create a cookbook and make some side $$!!). Our trip has ended much too soon - let us know where you are in a year so we can book another charter with you! If you're ever in Atlanta, you have a place to stay so give us a call (same with Nashville! Come see us & we will take you to Broadway :)). God Bless you in all your adventures!"
-The Grimes, Greg, Melissa, Conner, & Kristen Duluth, GA