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LA VIE EST BELLE Guest Comments
February 2025
Best vacation EVER. Great itinerary, great food, great crew, great boat. Don’t hesitate, get on this boat in the BVIs!
February 2025
We had an amazing time on “La Vie Est Belle”. From our arrival at Scrub Island, to island hopping to Jos Van Dijk, Norman Island, Guana Island, Peter Island, North sound and Anagada it was awesome! Captain Pepijn did a great job managing our itinerary and all things related to the boat experience. He made sure we knew all the ways to remain safe, and was very confident in his captain abilities. We enjoyed learning more about where he was from and all his sailing experience. Chef Daryl prepared the best meals we have ever had on a charter. From homemade bread and bagels to beautiful fruit and appetizer platters and the most awesome sushi night, we were amazed at every meal. She gave us great tips for things to do on the islands. The layout of the boat was really convenient for four couples, and we loved all the outdoor space. We would definitely recommend this boat and crew for the trip of a lifetime! Thank you!
February 2025
I spent my 60th birthday with my family on this beautiful boat! There are not enough adjectives to describe our vacation on La Vie est Belle! Pepjin and Nicole were amazing! The food and the service was to perfection. And Pepjin was a qualified captain that discussed our itinerary and made our wants a reality. Bottom line, I would highly recommend this boat and this crew! We had the time of our lives! Thanks again!!
December 2025
10/10
Wow! Wow! Wow! La Vie est Belle, Pepijn and Nicole!
We were a group of 8 sailors who have bare boated in the BVI many times. We have never had the experience a fully crewed charter before. One of our group described this perfectly. When you bare boat it is an adventure, but when you have the perfect Captain and Chef it is a vacation!
Pepijn,
You are the most amazing Captain! Your professionalism, your sailing experience and handling of our yacht were bar none! I felt so safe and comfortable. Your ability to fix most anything that may break, like the generator belt on our last night (thank goodness!), your kind and confident presence, and your cocktail making skills are pretty great as well!
Nicole,
You are an amazing Chef! Every meal, 3x a day, was absolutely mouth watering and delicious! From your fresh baked breads, sweets and deserts, to your amazing gourmet lunches and dinners! Your freshly made pasta! On a boat! Wow! Your ginger shots! Home made Pizza night under the stars on the bow, with the beautifully set table was incredible! All of your food and your table settings, everything was amazing!
Pepijn and Nicole are a highly skilled and competent team that work extremely well together. I feel that their partnership is what made our experience so incredible! They were always there when you needed them but never hovering or intrusive. They are a very synergistic team!
Thank you Pepijn and Nicole for giving us a vacation of a life time!
The Lewis Group
ps. La Vie est Belle is a very comfortable and well appointed yacht that is perfectly maintained. She was perfect for our party of 8.
May 2026
We have felt so at home with Jake & Jorja. They have such a pleasant manner and felt like friends that we have known for years from the start.
We quite enjoyed Jakes wit and easy sense fo humor. He is clearly a sailing expert and is at ease in any situation. He is a great guy to hang out with - he answers questions and engages in all sort of conversations.
We also quite enjoyed Jorja's hospitality. She is an amazing chef, but more than that, she is an amazing person. She felt like an extension of our family and created meals that were second to none. We felt so welcomed and at ease.
Jake and Jorja were phenomenal. Thank you so much for a wonderful trip!
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