No Bad Ideas

Broker Feedback:

I spoke with the group on Wednesday and they raved about the charter.  Of course the yacht is fantastic but they said the crew were outstanding.

X, the primary unfortunately injured his leg the day before the trip so he wasn't able to do all of the activities he had planned but even with his limitations he had a wonderful time and his group had an amazing time.

Thank you so much for everything.  I'm sure he will be booking again next year around the same time. 
 

Broker Feedback:

Having now booked several charters onboard NO BAD IDEAS, I can confidently say that this program never disappoints. Every single experience has exceeded expectations, and what truly makes NBI stand out is how perfectly the entire program aligns with the vision guests have when chartering at this level.

From the moment guests step onboard, there is a genuine sense of harmony among the crew. The teamwork, professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail are evident in every aspect of the experience. It is not always the case to find a crew that works together so seamlessly while still making every guest feel individually cared for and special.

The chef is simply magnificent. Every meal is not only beautifully presented, but thoughtfully curated and consistently memorable. My clients could not stop talking about the food long after the charter ended.

Most importantly, the emotional impact this yacht and crew leave on guests is something truly special. My clients returned absolutely thrilled, already speaking about planning next year’s trip before this one had even settled in. Their daughter, X, was so touched by the experience that she wrote a heartfelt letter to the crew and left the yacht in tears saying goodbye. To me, that says everything about the kind of atmosphere and memories the NO BAD IDEAS program creates.

This is not just a charter, it is an experience that stays with people long after they disembark, and I will continue recommending NO BAD IDEAS with complete confidence.

Guest One:

NBI Crew - Thank you for the endless list of things you did to not only make our week special, but the added, unexpected way you all made us feel like VIPs. 

There are way too many examples of this, but Babette's messages were incredible, Robin was the glue of the operation, always willing to help with the best smile, Megan filing in at the last minute and bringing a young, fun, perks to the evenings, and the guys who worked their butts off behind the scenes, putting up with all the hard work to keep us entertained, Jay's AMAZING culinary skills, and Captain Karel's talent at keeping the whole lot (the crew, the boat, the passengers) happy, informed, and smooth sailing in every detailed way.

This trip was bigger + better than can ever be imagined.

Thank you to all.

*Oh and Dylan's video was awesome! That takes time + talent. So appreciated!!

Guest Two:

Captain Karel and Crew. 

Thank you for an incredible week! Thank you for being so professional at your jobs and all the entertainment you gave us daily. 

Everyone went above and beyond to make this a once in a lifetime trip for us and everyone onboard. This week is one we will never forget and will NEVER be able to top.

Thank you all, Love! 

Guest Three:

OMGOODNES! Almost no words as this trip completely exceeded our expectations. 

Chef Jay made amazing meals, the entire crew took such good care of us and each, and each personality made for so so so much fun! We got attached to each of them. ❤︎

The fun and beauty and things to do was over the top! Lastly, the wedding could not have been more special and emotional - a lot of work went into that. 

Much much love to this Boat and Crew + Captain. 

Guest Four:

What a fantastic crew! 

Thank you for all your hard work. We had a blast - as trip of a lifetime. We hope to see you all down the road. 

Chef Jay - what a fabulous culinary experience you took us trough - brilliant.

Best wishes to all of you - much love! 

Guest Five:

Thank you all for making out trip so special. It was beyond our expectations. 

The entire crew is so professional and fun. We are looking forward to more adventures on NO BAD IDEAS. 

With gratitude and appreciation. 

Guest Six:

"A trip of a lifetime“ was had on NO BAD IDEAS this past week. The memories made will be cherished in our marriage for years to come. What started as a birthday celebration with friends turned into a perfect evening for X & I to tie the knot. Our wedding ceremony on the sky deck was amazingly beautiful. The entire crew went over and above to make such a perfect day go as smooth as possible. We have been blessed with great weather & great friends. The limo driver & excursions were a ton of fun. The boat is awesome & extremely comfortable for our party of 12! From the slide, snorkeling, jet skis, hot tub, etc...there was always something to keep us entertained. Captain Karel catered to our wants & desires & went over and above to make sure all of our needs were met. Thank you for making our wedding so special in every way possible.

Guest One:

Thank you all for a trip of a lifetime! We will miss you and hope to see you all in Arizona very soon. ♡

Guest Two:

You all are amazing and we are so grateful for such an iconic trip - the water, food, fun, wow!
We hope to see you soon & are so grateful for how above and beyond you went for us! XOX

Guest Three: 

To the whole crew who provided us with the best service, the best experiences, and felt like an extension of our family. THANK YOU! You made this trip unforgettable and we so greatly appreciate you all! Please, come visit us in Arizona! Your friend Y

Guest Four:

NO BAD IDEAS Team - your level of service, attention to detail, kindness, and generosity was a blessing to us all. I am going to cherish these memories for the rest of my lifetime, which is a testament to the content of character you all embody. Thank you for helping X and I in a moment of need. We could never be more grateful. Hope to see you again soon! THANK YOU!!! God Bless

Guest Five: 

I couldn’t thank you all enough for your incredible service & hospitality. You truly all feel like family. You all are such kind & amazing people! I am so thankful our lives crossed paths. See you in Arizona, Your Friend Z XOXO

Guest Six:

NBI Crew: Thank you from the bottom of my heart. This week has been among the most special in my life, and it wouldn’t have been so without your incredible service, fun energy and exceptional personalities. May God bless, your time on this boat, and I hope to meet again someday. Best

Guest Seven:

Thank you all for such an amazing experience. The hospitality that you all showed made us feel so welcome. It was so much fun getting to hear your story and bond with you all. This was truly the trip of a lifetime and it wouldn’t have been possible without every one of you. Smooth sailing ahead, see you all soon! 
P.S. Can’t wait for wedding Robs & Ducky!

Guest Eight: 

Thank you the the NO BAD IDEAS crew for making our joint Bachelorette trip truly unforgettable! The service, hospitality, smiles and energy truly took this experience to another level. All of the team went above and beyond! We love you guys! Come visit us in Arizona! Love


LOVE, THE Ys

Broker Feedback:

The experience that you and your client had working with the Captain
Jon was fantastic to work with. Super accommodating, professional and organized.

Your clients’ experience with the crew
They absolutely LOVED the crew. They had nothing but good things to say about them.

Favorite thing about the yacht
The young fun crew, the tons of toys, the modern updates.

Chef & cuisine
The client LOVED the chef and his meals. They said every meal they had onboard was AMAZING.

Working with the CA
Ashley is always a pleasure to work with. ❤

Any highlights or “wow” moments from the charter
The entire trip was a memory they would never forget about and reminisce about often.

Whether you’d recommend NO BAD IDEAS for future charter
1000% hoping to get another booking on there myself! Can not recommend this boat enough!

Thank you for an AMAZING trip.

 

Guest One:

My wife and I, along with her friends, spent an absolutely incredible week aboard No Bad Ideas in the British Virgin Islands, and it was truly unforgettable.
The yacht itself is amazing - two hot tubs, a one-of-a-kind firepit that quickly became a favorite gathering spot, and an impressive lineup of water toys, including a slide that brought out everyone’s inner kid. The staterooms were spacious and comfortable, with fantastic beds that made it easy to recharge after full days on the water.

That said, we’ve always believed it’s the crew, not just the boat, that makes a charter exceptional, and the crew of No Bad Ideas was second to none. They were fun, engaging, and incredibly attentive, without ever being intrusive. Easily the best, most enjoyable crew we’ve experienced on a yacht. Their attention to detail was remarkable. They quickly picked up on everyone’s likes and dislikes, even ones that weren’t listed on preference sheets. In one case, a guest mentioned in passing that he didn’t like tomatoes, and from that moment on, every meal and salad for him was tomato-free. That level of awareness and care speaks volumes. 

The food and drinks were completely over the top - beautifully prepared, delicious, and perfectly tailored to our group. More importantly, the crew genuinely seemed happy to do whatever we wanted or needed, always with great energy and professionalism. The crew truly made this trip special and memorable. No Bad Ideas delivered an exceptional experience from start to finish, and we can’t recommend it highly enough.

Guest Two:

Good morning!!! I just have to say - this has been such an amazing trip. & the crew - oh my gosh!!! I don't think we could've asked for anyone better (I don't think there is anyone better honestly!!!). They have all taken such good care of us & we've had SOOOO much fun with all of them!!!!! Thank you thank you thank you for hooking us up with them & the boat!! ♡♡♡

Dear Captain and Crew,

Thank you for making this fantastic adventure for us! You have taken us to familiar and brave new areas of my favorite place on earth and I so appreciate the commitment all of you had to making this an incredible journey.

I want to thank you for the time and effort you put into making our fantastic race amazing - so much laughter. A special thanks to Ely for making food that I could eat and enjoy. We found every meal to be extraordinary... and to Paul for keeping those hot tubs going and the great tour of the workings of the yacht - you may have been 'the man behind the curtain' but we appreciated your interactions with us (most engineers haven't engaged)... to Bo, Tay, Suné for the exceptional service, the laughter and conversations... to Pete, Jack, Zack for all the set-ups, the banter and making it so easy for us to get around in these crystal blue waters... And to you Captain for the early morning cruising, your flexibility in the itinerary and showing us another side of these gorgeous islands. 

But mostly, I want to thank you all for all your smiles and making us feel at home on this awesome yacht.

I hope we did not make too much work for you or cause too much trouble. 

It was a pleasure getting to know you and my wish for all of you is that you follow your dreams - and dream big! May life take you on wild and exciting journeys! I speak for all of us in saying we wish you only the best of everything life has to offer!

P.S. I thought about hiding the tip all around the yacht with riddles and clues for you to find it - but I ran out of time.

I am delighted to share feedback after having a discussion with Mrs. I’m going to bullet point it as it is easier. We had a long conversation, she was very complimentary of everything:

-We had a great time
-The crew was awesome
-Not one weak leak in the crew, they were all terrific
-Very happy with service
-Chef Ely was incredible, “he really listened to me about what I wanted and it was fabulous “
-It is a beautiful yacht , A+, we loved the refit and the style
-Really enjoyed being anchored in only a few spots and exploring by tender
-Loved all of the adventures, the diving portion was terrific

This is their 6th charter and we talk a lot before and after so please know these are great compliments and feedback, also largest tip yet 😊 and of course I am happy to be an excellent reference anytime. Captain Jon and crew thank you for going above and beyond with the drinks and getting them on board, the treadmill exchange back and forth, etc. Please pass along my sincere thank you to all of the crew please.
 

Guest One: 

What an amazing trip with an amazing staff - you all made it perfectly perfect. Thank you so much!

Guest Two:

Such an amazing trip! Nothing will ever compare to the experience or the crew!

Guest Three:

What a great experience! Everything was perfect! Thank you "NO BAD IDEAS"!

Guest Four: 

Could not have asked for a more amazing week - perfect crew and wonderful memories!

Guest Five:

This exceeded every expectation. The crew made this experience exceptional and were so gracious and willing to help us do anything. Re-entry will be difficult.

We are home (sadly), and I want to make sure and give you a review on the trip.

It was incredible! Obviously a different trip from Italy as we had the kids vs 6 adult couples. The boat was beautiful and very well laid out. All of the spaces were very comfortable and attractively designed. The tenders and toys were all great, and we used them all extensively. But as I found out in Italy, it’s the crew that makes the trip and that was certainly the case here. Everyone was amazing! Jon, Pete, Zach and Jack were so good, as were Xan, Bo, Suné and Tayla. Chef Warren absolutely killed it with the food…and we ate every single meal on the boat. He even had the girls help him with every dessert. We even got to see Divan a good bit, which is surprising for how little we saw the engineers on Broadwater.

It really was a perfect trip…we cannot come up with anything we would change. I highly recommend this boat and crew for future charters…especially at that price. I think you’ve got a gem of a boat and especially the crew in this one.

Guest one:

Thank you for all the attention, you are the best crew. I personally had a great time and lots of thanks to you all!

Guest two:

Thank you so much for everything, you guys were what made it so special.

Guest three:

Thank you very much for everything, you are incredible people, I will miss you. I hope to see you later.

Guest four:

Nothing to say except a big thank you! Amazing what an incredible experience you offer to your clients. Best birthday ever.