Broker provided survey July 2024
Yacht & Crew
Rating of Yacht & Crew: 5/5
Was the yacht comfortable and clean?
Yes
Was the yacht well ventilated?
Yes
Was the crew friendly and accommodating?
Chef Laura and Captain Christian are genuine, friendly, and fun. Their love and respect for each other and what they do infuses the entire experience with joy. We immediately felt welcomed and comfortable with them.
We shared stories, laughed, danced, sang, and played games. It felt like being with dear friends.
Was the food good and well presented?
Chef Laura is a gifted and imaginative chef. She created a full menu for us for the entire week that included fresh gourmet meals, hors d’ oeuvres, desserts and snacks. Everything was so fresh, exciting and incredibly delicious.
We are certain no one on any island was eating better.
8. Additional comments about the yacht and crew?
We cannot thank Captain Christian and Chef Laura enough for the memories we have created with them on our trip.
We were so excited anticipating the trip and they made it even better than we could have imagined.
They were so kind and generous with their time with our 10 year old daughter who was completely enthralled with both of them and all they were doing. She was thrilled to sail for stretches seated between them.
We look forward to sailing with them again.
Cruising Area
Did you like the area you chartered in?
Traveling with Captain Christian and Chef Laura on One Love Cat Charters is the only way to vacation in the USVI and BVI.
We enjoyed an unforgettable week long sail with our 10 year old daughter.
Prior to our trip they sent us a list of questions that enabled them to thoughtfully customize a trip full of activities and food tailored to all the things we love.
Would you like to share your itinerary or a vacation highlight with us?
Captain Christian took us to at least 2 gorgeous snorkel spots daily. He shared his experience about best snorkel routes at each spot and what we might see.
They both shared with us island history and their knowledge from their time living and exploring throughout the islands.
We even witnessed Captain Christian snare (and release unharmed) a lobster we discovered while snorkeling.
They had excellent recommendations for restaurants which could only be reached by boat. Such a unique experience!
It is our pleasure to keep you informed of relevant specials / updates for your next charter. When do you plan to charter next?
Not sure, but we will definitely book with Chef Laura and Captain Christian on One Love Cat Charters again.
June 2024
Dear Captain Christian and Chef Laura,
I had so much fun with you guys this week. I loved every second of it. I hope I can come and be with you guys again maybe sometime next summer. It has been a pleasure being a guest aboard One Love. Best of luck and have fun and don’t forget what your tattoos say… “Imagine more and never give up!”
With Love,
Viviana/Vivi
May 2024
Dear Laura and Christian,
Thank you so much for a simply amazing week aboard One Love! From the pre-trip zoom call to learn more about our preferences and trip goals to the final morning on the boat, we appreciated the planning and attention given to every detail. Christian smoothly sailed us through the beautiful waters while Laura prepared gourmet meals that rivaled any high end restaurant. We enjoyed snorkeling, paddle boarding and swimming in the beautiful waters of the Virgin Islands. Evening activities of ukulele/guitar sing along, card games and of course Pirate/Karaoke night were all so much fun.
Something we didn’t fully appreciate until we were on the trip, was how important it was to get along with the crew while living in close quarters for a week. We would say we not only got along but we all really enjoyed getting to know Laura and Christian. They are warm, friendly and interesting people and we hope our paths cross with them again in the future!
Thank you, Laura and Christian!
The Frugonis
April 2024
Dear Laura and Christian,
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything. You listened to us and created a vacation around our interest and values. We weren’t sure what to expect. You cared for us through our fears, sea sickness, and through our laughter. That level of care and love, helped, create the most amazing experience and relaxation that all of us needed. Laura, the food was incredible. Christian, you were such a joy. Our favorite memory was playing music together as a family. All of this has nourished, our hearts, body, mind and soul. Thank you!
- The Manning's
March 2024
Dear Laura and Christian,
Thanks for an amazing week. We loved seeing so many new fun spots. Thanks for joining in all our family card games. The food was awesome. Especially spider crab night, the best spider crab we have ever had! We loved all the snorkeling spots especially Salt Island. Our week on One Love was perfect and we are grateful for all the fantastic memories we made with our boys. Until next time!
Lime Out and tubing, cactus candy, and petting a goat were some of our favorite activities and memories from this trip along with jumping off the Willie T and Salt Island snorkeling. Dinner at Cooper Island, and finding an octopus again along with swimming with turtles. Karaoke night plus ringing the bell at Woody’s.
-The Louella's
February 2024
This has been a most enjoyable, beautiful, and relaxing charter. Just what we had hoped for!
Thanks, Laura and Captain Christian for all the good conversations and for taking such good care of us. Laura, the food was outstanding, and made with such love. Christian, thanks for making sure we got some good sailing done and for letting the guys help a bit. We wish you both a wonderful future making your dreams come true. If you are ever in Lititz or Gilbert, give us a call!
We loved the sailing and the food aboard!! The most quiet coves were the best.
Saba Rock was interesting. The views, the sunsets, all so beautiful!
-Frank & Susanne Dombrowski and Dave, & Kathy Byrne
December 2023
Meeting Laura and Christian was one of the best parts of the trip. Snorkeling was amazing, catching lobster and spearing lion fish are memories we will keep forever. The cave exploration was awesome along with so many other activities.
We could not have picked a more perfect crew! Laura is a master chef and she never cease to amaze us with her creations. As delicious as they were each, and every meal was fantastic. Mahi, snapper, wahoo, shrimp and scallops, all prepared with an Asian flair!
Our captain, Christian was equally amazing with his quick wit and skills. Always willing to share tips and advice on sailing and island activities. Our trip definitely exceeded our expectations!
-Abbe & Jen
Amazing Trip
This has been such an amazing trip. Laura and Christian have been great. Laura makes the best Mojito! :) Every meal that she created was beautiful and scrumptious. Christian was super funny, entertaining and kept us all safe. Both of them made this trip even better and relaxing!
-Kami & Jon
June 2023
Christian and Laura thanks for all the wonderful memories. The food was amazing along with how nicely you set up the tables. Thanks for making everything easy and the extra coffee. Chris, thanks for having so much fun with the kids and making it such a memorable time. Some of our favorite memory will be a reading on deck, dinners with games, paddle boarding into the sunset with the beautiful views. Adventures in the reefs, sharks encounters.
All the best,
Riley, Caro, & boys – the Romano family
May 2023
Captain Jet Black and Chef Lola,
Thank you for making our vacation most memorable. You two are a special couple who bring joy to others!
Love, Julle
What a beautiful May to celebrate my birthday, mothers day, and life at sea with the family. It is a rare find to see you both enjoy your "work" while making the entire family feel at home on the ocean. Truly "One Love"
-Matt
You two are a special pair, you mad the trip perfect, every day was another day full of the best memories. Loved all the games. Thanks so much -Josh
CAPPP!!!!!!!!!! I feel like we are now life long bros. Let's go on a dive/surf time in the future. Chef Lola, thanks for the great food and drinks. -Noah
Christian & Laura,
I will cherish the memories we have made traveling the USVI this past week. You both have such great personalities and energy that is contagious! Let's connect soon!
-Madelyn
Laura & Jet Black,
Thanks for an amazing trip, you both made it so enjoyable for our family, so many memories were made. We will be in touch for the next trip! Laura, the food was out of this world.
-Adam
May 2023
Favorite memory:
Waterlemon bay, 5 course meals, pan fried fish, laughing, dancing, singing, ukelele, music, snorkeling sites, beach days, spike call, skipping calls, paddle board, coconuts, lobster, Flannigan, Dik Dik, desserts.
Message:
You two are amazing hosts. We have been on a a few other charters and nothing compares to One Love. We were comfortable at all times, never a dull moment. Unique mooring spots, well thought out 5 star meals and captain and chef made us feel right at home on the sea. Rating is a 10!
-Matt, Julle, Noah, Adam, Madelyn & Joshua
March 2023
Favorite activity:
Long sails, outstanding snorkeling, sail to St Croix wandering through Christiansted - a lovely historic town
Message:
Laura and Christian are amazing hosts and guides. Their attention to detail and accommodating what we wanted to do. The food was exceptional - yum, yum
Thank you for an amazing sal!
We will be back :)
-Gordon & K
March 2023
Favorite memory:
Snorkeling!!! Everything brought different seascapes and fish not seen previously.
Message:
A wonderful trip from the moment we got on board. The cat was the prefect size for two couples and cozy. Plenty of spots for sun, shade and lounging. Laura and Christian were exceptional hosts. Professional, attentive, knowledgeable, engaging, friendly and flexibly. The skills of chef Laura were exceptional.
Perfect vessel, perfect location, perfect crew, perfect week! Readers make sure you taste Laura's amazing food now because in a few years it will be a six month wait at a restaurant at her farm to table restaurant. Christian is the embodiment of island cool.
Fair winds my friends and best of luck wherever the winds take you!
New Years 2023
We had a great time and loved hanging out with you guys. The food was amazing and we loved the hikes, snorkeling, and all the other activities. Thank you so much!!
Favorite memory: Snorkeling and hanging out on the boat.
Makai & Heather
Colorado
New Years 2022
Had a great time! More coming soon...
Christmas 2022
Favorite memory: Sailing into 20-25kt wind
Great to be back on the water sailing. We took a bare boat to the BVI many years ago. Nice to have a crew look after all the details. Enjoyed many new places. Much nicer than our fine romance experience of LI Sound.
Christian is an excellent captain and Laura is a wonderful chef. Many flavors and presentations. Our week went by too fast, but we will take great memories with us.
-Jim and Laura
Sarasota, FL
