Where to begin...
It's hard to know where to begin but please sit back and enjoy this note almost as much as we enjoyed our trip with Kelsey and Cassie!
Our very first adventure chartering a yacht and this set the standard for all future charters.
From the first call with Kelsey, about a week before departure, we knew we were in good hands...friendly hands...someone who wanted to make this trip special...and boy did she ever.
We arrived in St. Thomas with a text from Kelsey that a car had been arranged to take us to the dock. (Already, things are being taken care of for us). Then, we met Kelsey...this happy, warm and caring young woman greeting us with open arms and hugs. We were instant friends. We came aboard and met the DELICIOUS Cassie...the chef of chefs. A brief tour, unpacking, and then the start of 6 unbelievable days beginning with special drinks and appetizers.
Our first dinner was 5 star and it only kept getting better and better. Cassie managed to make meals that were unique and delicious and beautiful to look at....AND, she navigate around dietary restrictions while managing to serve everyone at the same time. I gained 8 pounds in 6 days.....I hold Cassie deliciously responsible.
Every day brought a new adventure. Kelsey guided us through the days activities after breakfast each morning. We were in her capable and creative hands. Always going someplace interesting (she knows everything about every inch of the BVI and USVI).
This was an anniversary cruise and birthday cruise gift for my 75 year old husband. These two women made this a trip we will cherish and never forget. We are already looking into more charters as long as we can be with Kelsey and Cassie, since they are the gold standard and why would we want anyone else.
Oh, and Rachel, the rep for the boat....what a delight. Navigating me through every step until we settled on the right boat and crew. She made this first-time adventure something we will HAVE to repeat.
Thank you all. I could go on and on with every detail but I think you get the picture. The Kelsey and Cassie show is the only show in town. I'm still smiling (although 8 pounds heavier).
Hoping to hose Kelsey and Cassie at our home in West Palm Beach when they have free time in Florida.
Most sincerely and with gratitude,
David Cohen and Paul Bernabeo.
Every Moment was Exquisite
Thank you for an unforgettable experience in the USVI and BVI's. Your dedication, skills and kindness made every moment exquisite. The crystal waters you took us to, the painkillers, and Mindy's gourmet dinner-- every detail was perfect! Your passion for sailing and cooking was reflected in every aspect of our trip. Thank your for turning our vacation into a dream come true. We hope to sail together again in the future!!
Extra Special For Our Children
We really appreciate the extra touches that both Captain Jabez and Chef Mindy did to help our trip be extra special for our children. Captain Jabez was very hands on showing them all about life on the boat and fun activities for kids. Chef Mindy created delicious meals that encouraged our picky eaters to try new foods and eat more vegetables. So grateful we were blessed with these two!
New Family
Where do we begin? A trip of a lifetime. Memories with family and new family (Jabez and Mindy) that we will forever cherish.
Remember, Redo, and Recommend!
Thank you for the attentions, the amazing food, the sunset drinks, very cool and relaxing ambiance. Definitely an experience to remember, to redo, and to recommend.
Above and Beyond
This trip was amazing! The beauty of this place is like no other! Jabez and Mindy went above and beyond to make our trip the BEST! We will definitely be back!
Clean Plate Club
Fantastic food all week! I've never cleaned off so many plates of food in my life!
Pleasant Personality
Chef Mindy prepared such delicious food, we want to take her home with us. She also has such a pleasant personality which only added to our experience.
One of a Kind
Literally amazing-- all the places we went were sooo pretty and it's an experience that you can't just have in your camera roll, it just stays in your heart. The food 11/10, places were a million/10. I would for sure come back-- it is a one of a kind place.
Discovered Sailing
BEST TRIP I'VE BEEN ON! (And found my newest interest- sailing!) Plus the best chef and captain!
Absolute Best Time!!
Our girls were in awe. They had the absolute best time. They kept saying that they couldn’t believe how beautiful this is. It was a trip of a lifetime at their age.
Colin and Alicia LOVED IT. They said it is the “most bada** thing they have ever done”.
Mindy and Jabez were absolutely great. Captain Jabez was so confident and was just so grounded, a good head on his shoulders and made us all feel super comfortable. When he wasn’t doing his job he was helping Mindy and asked if he needed anything to drink etc. They were an incredible team. The food was fantastic, and beautifully presented! We looked forward to every single meal. (They also loved the SA meal Jabez prepared) 😊
Jabez was great about getting the girls and ourselves up to do activities. Mindy took the kids over one day to Bitter End and hung out with the kids before the adults came over. It was so sweet of her and the girls loved it. They would hang out if we asked them to hang out but also knew when to give space. There was lots of sailing and we felt like we covered so much ground! Jabez was full of great suggestions. The crew even bought them a map and Jabez drew out their route!
14-50 years old and EVERYONE on the boat had an incredible trip.
Can't wait to do it again!
