VIRGIN ISLANDS CHARTER YACHTS:
1-800-596-0594
NO INHERITANCE
| Length: | 54 ft |
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| Builder: | Bali Catamarans |
| Year Built: | 2023 |
| Max Guests: | 10 |
| Cabins: | 5 |
| # Crew: | 2 |
| Max Speed: | 10 |
| Cruising: | 8 |
| Beam: | 29 ft |
| Draft: | 5 ft |
| Base Port: | Tortola, BVI |
| The brand-new Bali sailing catamaran, NO INHERITANCE, is a shining illustration of Bali's design prowess. You know you're in for a one-of-a-kind charter experience the moment you step foot in the gorgeous cockpit, including a dining table for eight, and a comfy lounge bench. Making your way up to the flybridge will reward you with breathtaking views of a turquoise bay and the sails from every angle. It's also a lovely site to enjoy some sunset cocktails and light fare while reading a good book. The main salon is spacious and bright thanks to the abundance of windows that surround it. All five of the guest quarters are roomy and well-lit thanks to the numerous windows. There are 4 Queen Cabins and 1 Twin Cabin, each with a private bathroom with a shower and a sound system with both shipwide and in-cabin controls. In addition, all of the staterooms have high-end finishing work befitting a vessel of this quality. NO INHERITANCE is a spectacular experience that offers something for everyone thanks to its many distinct settings. |
Accomodations:
| Guests stay in the 4 queens and 1 twin cabin. Crew are in the starboard aft queen cabin. There is AC in the forepeak w/ bathroom | |
| Queens: | 4 |
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| Twin Cabins: | 1 |
Charter Yacht NO INHERITANCE : 2023 54 ft Bali Catamarans Catamaran
Scuba Diving
| Scuba: | Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only |
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| Compressor: | Not Onboard |
Water Toys
| Dinghy: | 14' East Marine Luxury |
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| Dinghy HP: | 60hp |
| Dinghy Pax: | 8 |
| Knee Board: | Yes |
| Snorkel Gear: | 10 |
| Tube: | 1 |
| WakeBoard: | 1 |
| PaddleBoard: | 2 |
| 2 Man Kayak: | 1 |
| Float Mats: | Yes |
| Swim Platform: | Yes |
| Boarding Ladder: | Stern Sugar Scoops |
| Beach Games: | Yes |
| Fishing Gear: | Yes |
| Gear Type: | Trolling and Casting |
| # Fish Rods: | 2 |
| Other Toys: | |
| 2 Stand Up Paddle Boards 4 Sublue Sea Scooters 2 Subwings 1 Kneeboard 1 Wakeboard 1- 2 Person Inflatable Kayak Snorkeling Gear 8’ X 7” Pop Board Bean Bags, Drone Board Games Beach Games 4 Yoga Mats TRX System & Exercise Bands 4 Beach chairs Fishing Gear | |
Entertainment
| Internet: | Onboard WIFI |
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| BBQ: | Yes |
| VCR DVD: | Yes |
| Salon Stereo: | Yes |
| Num CDs: | Yes |
| Board Games: | Yes |
| iPod: | Yes |
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| Starlink WiFi GoPro available TRX Exercise equipment | |
Amenities | |
| AC: | Full |
| AC Night: | Yes |
| Hair Dryer: | Yes |
| Special Diets: | Yes |
| Kosher Diets: | Inq |
| Nude Charters: | Yes |
| Guest Smoke: | Not onboard |
| Crew Smokes: | No |
| Guest Pet: | Yes |
| Children?: | Yes |
| Min Age: | Water Safe |
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Crew Profile
Captain Eric Warner
The ocean has always been a passion of mine, so I have designed a life on it! I bought my first boat with a close friend in 2016. Our Cantola 34’ was a trimaran that would race between my hometown of Santa Barbara and the one of a kind Santa Barbara Channel Islands National Park. Often ferrying surfboards, dive gear, and a dozen friends, we would take trips rain or shine to catch the best conditions at the islands. Naturally, this led to more boats and crewing local charters as part time work. Sharing the outdoors with others has always been easy with sailing, but to reach a larger audience I also spent years volunteering with outdoor education groups for kids and young adults. In 2020 I began phasing out of my job as a carpenter to pursue sailing further afield. After sailing a variety of yachts across oceans, for deliveries and for fun, I bought my second boat with the love of my life in 2022. Madison and I found our 42’ Albin Nimbus laid up in a boat yard in Nova Scotia, Canada. Our adventures took us down the East Coast and eventually offshore to the Lesser Antilles.
I hold a USCG Masters License and, as a captain, I want to share the joys of sailing with others in a fun and safe environment. I am a waterperson and derive immense joy from diving, wing foiling, and sailing. Ashore, I check in to island time and love to eat my way across town and check out local events. I have a life off the boat too. Time on land is spent visiting family across the US, taking off on rock climbing/mountaineering excursions, and crafts like brewing, wood working, and music. I have sailed throughout the Eastern Caribbean, all the Hawaiian islands, and much of the Pacific Coast of North America. Of all the areas I have sailed, I have found the Virgin Islands to be absolutely idyllic. I would love to share them with you!
Chef Madison Hite
Winner of 1st Place in Rum Mixology at the 2024 VIPCA Charter Yacht Show
My favorite way to get to know someone is over a shared meal. Growing up in the Midwest, my family communed over holidays and special events with big, good food as the centerpoint. Between sharing time in the kitchen with a large family and picking food fresh from the garden, food was a cornerstone of my upbringing.
When I moved to the West Coast at 18, I found myself naturally creating this wherever I landed. Initially, this looked like cooking for nanny clients and working with a holistic nutritionist serving pop-up dinners. Over time, as my career in management took me further from the kitchen, I started hosting themed dinners for friends, cooking my way through different cookbooks and cuisines that intrigued me. This led me to working for a catering company where I really got to hone my skills in a professional setting. While I loved the creativity and total immersion in food, I also wanted to feed my adventurous side…
Eric and I got a wild hare and decided it was time to pursue the dream of cruising full time. So we sold everything, bought a boat, and started sailing! We began in Nova Scotia, CA, sailing down the east coast of the US and then finally through the Caribbean down to Trinidad. Throughout this time, I had more space than ever to dive into my hobbies. While of course that largely meant walking through any grocery store or open air market I could find and tasting new things along the way, it also meant more time for play! Some of my favorite things outside of the galley are snorkeling, rock climbing, stand up paddle boarding, hiking, swimming, drawing, playing ukulele, tattooing, trying to wingfoil, and reading.
While this might make me sound busy (which I can be!), I also find few greater joys than tying a float out behind the boat, sipping a cocktail, and taking in the beauty of the places I get to call home. “Il dolce far niente”, which means the sweetness of doing nothing in Italian, is also such a beautiful part of being in stunning places with good company.
I look forward to sharing the magic of these islands with you and yours.
Sample Menu
DAY BREAK
Lox Bagel Platter
A spread of fresh bagels, lox, cream cheese, and a variety of toppings. Served with a side of fresh fruit.
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Served with lemon curd and powdered sugar. Side of sausage and dressed greens.
Crepe Station
Warm crepes served with sweet and savory fillings to assemble as you please.
French Omelets
Soft scrambled eggs with gruyere and fresh herbs. Side of bacon and dressed greens.
Eggy Avocado Toast
Toasted boatmade bread with fresh avocado, pickled onion, soft-boiled egg, and fresh herbs. Served with bacon and fresh fruit.
Fresh Cinnamon Rolls
Boatmade sticky cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting. Side of sausage, yogurt, and fresh fruit.
Power Fruit Bowls
A blend of fresh fruit, greens, and protein, topped with seasonal fruits and boatmade granola.
MID DAY
Chicken Caesar Salads
Romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing topped with grilled chicken and parmesan crisps.
Ahi Poke Bowls
Soy-marinated ahi tuna served on a bed of rice with pickled veggies, seaweed salad, and edamame.
BLTA
Classic bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado sandwich with a homemade garlic aioli.
Jerk Wrap
Jerk chicken, pineapple salsa, fresh and roasted veggies served with a spicy mayo.
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
Creamy and spicy shrimp tacos topped with mango salsa and avocado crema.
Crispy Tofu Salad
Crispy tofu served on an Asian cabbage slaw. Topped with crunchy wontons, edamame, and sesame seeds.
Elote Nachos
Tortilla chips topped with cotija, shredded pork, crema, corn, cilantro, peppers, and pickled onions.
HORS D'OEUVRES
Bacon Wrapped Dates Glazed with Balsamic
Warm Olives with Citrus and Herbs
Charcuterie Platter: Assorted cheese, cured meats, seasonal fruit, and roasted nuts.
Baba Ganoush: Served with crispy pita and fresh vegetables.
Caprese Salad Skewers
Fresh Made Tortilla Chips and Guacamole
Blistered Shishito Peppers
Flat Bread with Seasonal Produce, Chèvre, and Fresh Herbs
Ahi Tuna Hand Roll: Nori and sesame dipping sauce.
MAIN
Sticky Lemon and Date Chicken
Crispy chicken thighs prepared with preserved lemon and dates. Served with tabbouleh, herby labneh, and pita.
Jammy Tomatoes with Pork
Pork tenderloin and confit tomatoes. Served with roasted broccoli and fresh-baked focaccia.
New York Strip
Seared steak served with a demi-glaze, rosemary garlic mashed potatoes, and broccolini.
Miso Glazed Catch of the Day
Miso and sake-broiled fish served with garlic bok choy, tropical fruit, and coconut white rice.
Grilled Lobster with Chimichurri
Grilled lobster tail topped with cilantro and parsley chimichurri. Served with roasted tahini carrots and smashed potatoes.
Saag Paneer
Indian spiced stewed spinach with cheese. Served with curry-seasoned pumpkin, garlic naan, and jasmine rice.
DESSERT
Caribbean Rum Cake
Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Fruit Galette served with vanilla ice cream.
Fresh Tiramisu
Flourless Chocolate Cake served with fresh whipped cream.
Seasonal Flavors Semifreddo
Margarita Pie with a graham cracker crust.
Crème Brûlée with orange and cinnamon.
Strawberry Shortcake werved with fresh whipped cream.
Oven Baked S’mores
Chocolate Covered Coconut Butter Filled Dates
Panna Cotta with passion fruit.
SHIP'S BAR
Cocktails
Caribbean Rum Punch
Classic Old Fashioned
Jamaica Sangria
Fresh Herb Clarified Margarita
Passion Fruit Gin and Tonic
Pina Colada
Bloody Mary
Ti Punch
Jungle Bird
Non-Alcoholic
Fresh Lavender Lemonade
Turmeric Tonic
Boatmade Shrub Mocktails
Fruit Smoothies
Boatmade Chai
All meals can be made with vegan and/or gluten-free substitutions when given advance notice.
Rates
| SEASON: | 2 Guests | 4 Guests | 6 Guests | 8 Guests |
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| Winter 2024 to 2025 | $33,000 | $34,000 | $35,000 | $36,000 |
| Summer 2025 | $33,000 | $34,000 | $35,000 | $36,000 |
| Winter 2025 to 2026 | $34,000 | $35,000 | $36,000 | $37,000 |
| Summer 2026 | $34,000 | $35,000 | $36,000 | $37,000 |
Turn Around: 48 hrs preferred, Inquire for
Preferred Pickup: Tortola
Other Pickup: Inquire
Price Details:
Cruising Grounds: British Virgin IslandsPick Up/Drop Off: Tortola; inquire for other locations
Yacht: BVI-Based
Crew: Annual Work Permits
BVI Customs & Cruising Permit Fees: Included
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5, Inquire for less.
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights.
For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
SLEEP ABOARD: Available for half of the daily rate. Includes boarding after 4pm, snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast. Dinner ashore is additional. Select option upon booking.
EXCLUDES: Christmas and New Year's weeks. No commission on sleep aboard.
10 PX OPTION:
Crew has reached it's 10px charters max for the season. Please inquire if needing to book a 10px charter.
HALF-BOARD OPTION:
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Other meals ashore at client expense.
2@$32,700 | 3@$33,050 | 4@$33,400 | 5@$33,750 | 6@$34,100 | 7@$34,450 | 8@$34,800 | 9@$35,150 | 10@$35,500
LOCAL FARE OPTION: Includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Other meals ashore at client expense.
2@$32,850 | 3@$33,275 | 4@$33,700 | 5@$34,125 | 6@$34,550 | 7@$34,975 | 8@$35,400 | 9@$35,825 | 10@$36,250
25/26 HOLIDAYS:
7 night minimum.
CHRISTMAS: 1-10 pax $43,000 Must end on or before 12/27
NEW YEARS: 1-10 pax $45,000 May not start prior to 12/28
**SEE BROKER NOTES FOR MORE INFORMATION - WAIVER REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO CONTRACT**
Copy link below & paste into browser to submit waiver:
https://bit.ly/cyawaiver
Rate Terms:
(Caribbean Terms) InclusiveAll rates are for the entire yacht and are subject to change without notice prior to actual reservation.
An additional premium maybe applied for Holiday Periods such as Christmas and New Year.
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Charter Yacht NO INHERITANCE Guest Reviews
March 2024
While I have sailed on boats worldwide, Eric is one of the most engaging and interesting crew members I have had the pleasure of sailing with. I watched him often anticipate client needs, seamlessly balance helping and giving us space, and pitch in when something needed to be done without missing a beat. He offers great conversations and a great sense of humor, and his kind presence ensures an enjoyable experience for all aboard. I highly recommend this wonderful human. All the best, SarahMarch 2024
Yum…there wasn’t a meal that wasn’t liked all week long. Food is such a fun and important part of vacation and Maddie nailed it. Meeting the needs of a large group, we had 8, is no easy feat and our entire grouped enjoyed the unique and flavorful meals Maddie thoughtfully prepared. I think the real testament is the opinion of our kids - we had 4 kids in tow (ages 8-11) and they ate every single thing prepared, often asking for more! I personally valued and loved Maddie’s true passion for food, quality ingredients, and unique presentation. You won’t go hungry! -SharonMarch 2024
Sailing and I do not go hand in hand. I get the kind of seasickness that propels me into another dimension. So when my partner suggested we take a trip out to the Channel Islands, I considered breaking up with them. But, she assured me she’d heard great things about Eric and Madison from a friend of ours and to trust that it would be fun. Ultimately, she was right. Maybe it was the killer cocktails Madison made or the fact that she comforted me while I leaned over the side of the boat about to be sick the first half an hour, but I ended up feeling totally safe and comfortable with them as our guides. Eric found a great snorkeling spot for my girlfriend and I stayed behind to snack on the appetizers Madison made and listen to chill indie rock. All & all a fun time. I’m glad we went and thanks to M & E for their support in getting me out there. -BryanMarch 2024
We had such an amazing week with Madison and Eric! The food and drinks were out of this world. I tried to take Madison home with me! We were a spilt group with high/low energy and everyone had a great time. -ScottMarch 2024
I took my first charter with Eric and Madison and had the best time. It was a great bonding experience for me the loved ones I was with, they made us feel so comfortable and the views were so beautiful. Thank you so much, I can’t wait to get out there again!! -Amy G.June 2024
From the moment we walked on seeing Eric and Madison’s big smiles to the very last second, there are not enough words to describe the fun we have had. ; food was top notch- breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cocktails delicious! The memories will last a lifetime from the theme nights to the inappropriate jokes, to the snorkeling to the water spots. THANK YOU Eric and Madison! Love you. Mean it❤️June 2024
Best trip ever!!! We will definitely be back. We also expect Madison and Eric to come visit us “Christmas in July”. They are part of the family now. This has been the most beautiful and fun trip. We can’t thank you enough for everything. ❤️ Always BonnieJune 2024
There are no words to describe the week we’ve had on the water with Madison & Eric. The days of peaceful sailing, dolphins, snorkeling, floating, eating and more eating. Madison’s meals were fantastic and Eric playing his ukulele was a highlight. We ❤️ you like family and can’t wait to do this again! “CHAT!” McKeon & Grab
July 2024
Wow! We just finished 7 nights aboard No Inheritance with Captain Eric and Chef Madison, and I don’t know if I can find the words to say just how incredible this trip was. We were four families doing a tandem charter with C Sisters, including 6 teenagers and an 8 YO, with Hurricane Beryl heading west across the Atlantic as we embarked on our journey. We felt at home immediately upon arrival, greeted with champagne and a fresh lobster salad lunch, and we continued to be blown away with their hospitality, gentle nature, and each made from scratch meal and cocktail. My personal favorites included homemade pasta carbonara, fresh mahi and polenta, homemade bagels, pretzel bites and breads, crème brulee and fruit meringue desserts, and the many Aperol spritz and Painkiller cocktails . We had a lot of wind at times from Beryl to the south, but the sails were spectacular with Captain Eric at the helm. Our destinations were stunning, each unique in its own way, including Soggy Dollar and Hendos at White Bay (best part was floating in the crystal clear water), hiking to the bubbly pool on Jost, the kids soccer game on Sandy Spit, Marina Cay floating, the Baths, dinners at Coco Maya and Saba Rock, Hiking to the Norman Island helipad, Virgin Gorda Peak and sugar mills at Cinnamon Bay, Cocktails at Willy T’s, the Dinghy Bar, Quarter Deck at Bitter End and we loved the bushwhackers from Rumrunners. The kids will always remember their night swim under the boat with huge tarpon followed by lights out and stirring up the water to see bioluminescence, tubing and wakeboarding with Captain Eric, snorkeling the Norman Island caves and swimming through the passthroughs at the Indians, and of course their kids only dinner nights followed by trivia or the game Bang with Eric and Maddie! We knew we loved the USVI/BVI, we didn’t know that it could be the MOST INCREDIBLE TRIP with Captain Eric and Chef Madison. They are truly the GOAT at what they do, we may have to book again next year just to spend the week with you both again! Wishing you the very best for your upcoming pre-honeymoon and wedding! Love, the Claytons (Cory, Sarah, Cory Jr, Jackson and Willy T) and the MacLellans (Jerry, Karin, Brady and Berkley) A huge thanks to Captain Johnny and Chef Darryl from C Sisters also! We loved our adult dinners and everything you did to make this a seamless tandem vacation!
July 2024
It was a dream trip! The boat is comfortable, everything is new and very well kept and the crew is simply the best!!! Eric and Mady are wonderful people, professional, pleasant, fun and very well connected. Without a doubt, they are both key players in the success of this trip. We will be back as soon as possible. Thank you very much for this unforgettable week. It meant a lot to our family. Love, Ana, Renato, Mencelo, Bruna, Ale, Laine, Pedro, Leonardo, Renata, Bia & Carolina
July 2024
What a fantastic voyage! Eric and Madison were the best! Great vibe, Great company, great food, the list goes on. We hate to leave but will find a way to cruise with them again! Kevin, Linda, Anna, Sara and Will
July 2024
An incredible experience! The boat is great, but the crew is even better!! Eric and Madison are incredible. They go above and beyond. Food was delicious (Madison) and each day Eric had an incredible adventure planned we could not have been happier with the experience. John, Ana, Michael and Emily
July 2024
Best vacay ever. ❤️ Ana Some of the best people I've ever met. Life-changing week. Michael Thank you so much! Emily❤️
July 2024
Loved it! ❤️ Linda Thank you! Sara❤️
July 2024
Might have to look into sailing/ being a crew out here!! I've been inspired! Thank you guys for an awesome week.😊 Anna
July 2024
We just returned from our voyage on No Inheritance and as one member of our group said, “this might have been the best vacation ever.” (and we’ve had some good vacations.) The boat was gorgeous. Obviously, rooms are small, and bathrooms/showers were especially tiny, but overall we were certainly pleased with the amount of space on it (plus, who really spends time in their cabins other than sleeping.) We didn’t anticipate that the 9 of us would all be able to be eat in the front of the boat (excuse me, bow) or the back (stern) or that we’d all be able to be up where the captain drives the boat (not sure what that’s called.) As nice as the No Inheritance is, there is no doubt in any of our minds that Eric and Maddie (I’m not sure how she spells her Maddie, but we’ll got with that spelling) were what made the trip so memorable/fantastic. Eric was a great captain. He is one of those rare people who has the gift of making things appear effortless when he is undoubtedly putting in a lot of effort behind the scenes. He made the effort to really understand what we wanted out of this vacation. No doubt lots of folks love to go bar to bar (and who doesn’t like a good Caribbean bar?), but that’s not what we wanted to do on this trip. We were with the 9 people we wanted to be with, and Eric managed to take us to uncrowded spots (even during Christmas in July) where the snorkeling, hiking, and water were all fantastic. And, even the day when we did hit the Soggy Dollar, he made sure we got there early, had our pains killed, and were on our way before it got crowded. We were traveling with 4 teens, and he took the time to get to know each of them whether it was keeping Emily from getting seasick, letting Michael help him man the controls, or having Will fish and wakeboard. He seemingly knew all of their names (and all the adults’ names) immediately. Obviously, he’s taking us to places he’s been to and seen many times before, but he made it seem like he was enjoying our discoveries just as we were enjoying them. Maddie was a fantastic chef. As I said to her on the boat, I expected a cook and got a chef. We were a challenge, and meals were my greatest concern in the month leading up to the trip. We celebrated an anniversary and two birthdays on the boat. And, we had a vegan, a vegetarian, and someone who doesn’t eat fish. We thought that would severely limit our dining options. Instead, Maddie was whipping up a delicious dish from scratch every day (well, several times a day) that met (and let’s be honest greatly exceeded) our expectations every day. Like Eric, she got to know our kids (and all of us) and paid attention to what we ate and what we didn’t eat and adjusted her plans based on that. She was always happy to answer any questions or just to chat in the kitchen. Simply put, I can’t imagine that there’s a better team out there. While I was impressed with the way they handled their jobs, frankly, I was just as impressed with the fact that they are great people. By the end of the trip, they just seemed like the 10 and 11th members of our traveling party. We talked to them, played games with them, and hiked with them. Now, as we get back to the grind, we miss them. If you have people deciding among several boats, I’d say tell them to just pick the one with Eric and Maddie on it. And, if prospective charterers want to talk to someone who has traveled on the boat, I’m guessing any of us would be happy to talk to them (while I wrote this, I’m pretty confident that Ana, Linda, and Kevin share the same view). Now that I think about it, Linda is probably the best talker of the group. I’m more of a writer, but you can certainly share this letter with anyone who wants an unsolicited testimonial. JohnDecember 2024
No words can do this trip justice - honestly the best vacation ever. Love the boat, love these islands, and most of all love this crew. Maddie & Erik are the best - made this trip one that we will never forget. So sad to leave but so lucky to have gotten this dream family vacation. Thank you! Lucas
December 2024
Thank you so much for this amazing time and for all this amazing food! To the friendliest, most accommodating crew - thank you for the most amazing Thanksgiving week in one of our most favorite places. You guys make family dreams come true! McElhenney
January 2025
Madison & Eric - We can’t thank you enough for making our week off the charts amazing. Loved the sailing, fish, The Baths and of course the FOOD! Happy New Year, xoxo Kelly. ps. The most incredible gluten free week of food I have ever had!! Thank you so much!!!
February 2025
Eric and Madison - To say this experience was anything less than mesmerizing would be an understatement. Eric, your ability to plan our days to fit the needs/expectations of our group was priceless. We will cherish the full moon fire party - was an awesome experience. The time provided to relax and snorkel was everything! Thank you for the wakeboard session - my forearms are still sore :) Madison, your meal planning and preparation were exquisite. I want all the recipes. It was wonderful watching you both work as a team - beautiful. This week has me planning my next chartered yachting experience. Stay safe and keep living your dream! Courtney Hood
February 2025
Eric and Madison - This has been an amazing time that I will never forget!! The service was remarkable and your level of care for each guest did not go unnoticed. Thank you for catching me when I fell and sharing the ice cream. Jocelyn Stripling
February 2025
Madison and Eric - Thank you for being amazing hosts! This past week has been incredible. Your patience, skills, talents, storytelling, and ability to pivot all in the spirit of following the flow made for the perfect balance of rest and adventure. Thank you for thinking of everything! I look forward to our paths crossing again! Kim Bailey
February 2025
Eric and Madison - You both have been the best captain and 1st mate. This experience was amazing. Your hospitality and meals were perfect. I appreciated you learning our preferences to tailor this vacation to match our needs and desires. All the best and I hope I can do this again with you both again soon. Thank you Both Anita Johnson
February 2025
Eric and Madison - you all made this milestone birthday one to remember for all the right reasons! Your hospitality, smiles, flexibility, technical skills, cooking skills, and EVERYTHING else was GREAT!! Thank you and please let me know your next ventures so I can tag along!! Rebecca BowmanFebruary 2025
Maddie and Eric, you rock! Thanks for an epic week. We will forever cherish this adventure and celebrating our friendship. Love that we made new friends with you. See you next time! Angie and Adam
February 2025
So many memories from this experience. The food, Mexican dominoes, karaoke (don't forget my songs - Brittany, Steele Panther), Fishing, saving Madison's life, friendship and life experiences. Love you two!! Kelly and Tim
February 2025
We had an amazing week! It was beautiful watching you two coordinate our experience. The service was over the top and appreciated. Our love!! Chris and Ande
February 2025
There are no words for this experience. Madison and Eric you made this a trip of a life time. Thank you. Liz
March 2025
From the second we stepped on this boat, everything has been amazing. Eric and Madison made this trip one for the memory books! Everything was well thought through and taken care of in advance. No planning on our part required... which is a GIANT gift!! Parents took on the role as kids, carefree and along for the ride! Thanks to Madison no one wanted to go out for dinner! The best meals on the trip were on the boat. Eric spent extra time teaching us about everything BVI!! Eric and Madison went above and beyond in every single way this trip. They ended up feeling like our extra family members ❤️ - XO Doornbos/Gooch Crew
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From the second we stepped on this boat, everything has been amazing. Eric and Madison made this trip one for the memory books! Everything was well thought through and taken care of in advance. No planning on our part required... which is a GIANT gift!! Parents took on the role as kids, carefree and along for the ride! Thanks to Madison no one wanted to go out for dinner! The best meals on the trip were on the boat. Eric spent extra time teaching us about everything BVI!! Eric and Madison went above and beyond in every single way this trip. They ended up feeling like our extra family members ❤️ - XO Doornbos/Gooch CrewVirgin Islands Charter Yachts is an American Veteran Woman owned and operated company.
