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BLUEWINDS Guest Comments
Kyle and Tilly Past Charter Reviews 2025 and 2026
NYE 2026 BVI Charter
"Rest and Be Thankful”
-Wordsworth
Kyle & Tilly,
You and “Respite at Sea” have made the above so very, very true. Your effortless hospitality has
made our week with you something none of us will forget.
We are rested and thankful.
XOXO
January 2026 BVI Charter
Kyle & Tilly –
What a special week you gave us! While this was our 4th sail to the BVI, You made it feel like a first, with new stops on the islands! Your service and care of us was top-notch and greatly appreciated. Please come visit us in Dysartum, PA and we can’t wait to host another charter with you both!
Slainté,
Kim & Joseph Jacobson
Dear Kyle & Tilly,
Thank you both so very much for the most incredible charter through the BVI’s. Every single detail was perfect! It truly was an experience our family will treasure forever.
I especially want to thank you for giving Emma & David such a fantastic first sailing experience. You made them feel so relaxed, and cared for, and that meant more to me than I can say.
Tilly, your cooking was absolutely extraordinary. Every meal was thoughtful, beautiful and delicious, and you went so far above and beyond anything we could have expected. The afternoon tea was a special and memorable touch — truly appreciated…
Kyle, you really rocked it this week. Thank you for your steady hands, joyful and fun personality and throwing the guy’s asses way into the air. Hands down best captain on the water. You my friend took this trip to another level for us - thank you!
With our sincerest thanks for an unforgettable week, warmly, Jena
February 2026 BVI Charter
Kyle and Tilly
Thank you both for giving us the benefit of your immense talents and experience - and so much hard work - that permitted us to have such a wonderful eight days with the two of you.
Of course, J, J and P have described the incredible meals, beautiful harbours and (mostly) great weather that we enjoyed. We agree this was all exceptional. But we also greatly enjoyed all of the time spent with each of you. Your humour, patience, knowledge and personalities were the greatest gift that made our time together so amazing.
Please stay in touch.
Phil M and Kelley D
February 2026 BVI Charter
Kyle & Tilly were just amazing. WAY, WAY beyond what we imagined. They both were professional, knew exactly what they were doing, and made outstanding efforts to exceed our expectations every day. We had 3 nice hikes – one at Little JVD and two in St. John. We skipped Coral Bay & had a beautiful anchorage in Ram Head bay with only one other boat. The meals that Tilly prepared were inventive and spectacular every time. We don’t know how she does it. Kyle brought out his drone & gave us some great pictures while we were underway. We had a nice sail to Great St. James and had take-out from floating “Pizza Pi” in the bay on the last night. Bluewinds was very comfortable.
-The Bonans
February 2026 BVI Charter
What an amazing week! John and I so appreciate all that you did to make every day perfect. The meals were phenomenal, the hospitality gracious and the details of each day planned to give all of us a fabulous time. We discovered new places to snorkel and dive, had great dinners and CocoMayas and Cooper Island and were glad you could join us! The weather was gorgeous every day. Thank you for sharing this once in a lifetime experience with us.
We love you!
J & M Barker.
This was such a wonderful week. I am not sure that you've had such sailing juvenile at 72 years young but I tried hard, listened well and want you to know these memories will be with me forever. I will always remember my first crew. Seriously you weren't a crew to me, your ever present smiles and kindness are truly remarkable and you made this boat feel like home for our week. Food was amazing and the snorkel tours were such a treat!
Patti M
Thank you for such an awesome week! It was not our first rodeo so we have so much to compare to - the food was such a great surprise daily. We were all torn on what the best meal of the trip was, Tilly you outdid yourself.
The diving and snorkeling was terrific. Thanks for picking the best spots of the islands. Sharks, turtles, eagle rays, Barracuda and so many more first fishes (oh and the octopus!). Can't wait to do it again. We don't want to leave. Kyle you have such great eyes, seeing and pointing out what we would have overlooked. You are both so great - we had no need you did not address..THANKS!!
see you again soon,
Steve and Lori B
March 2026 BVI Charter
"What an unforgettable week! Thank you for creating such a special experience for our family. You both went above and beyond in ever possible way, it never went unnoticed.
Thank you for making our kids feel so welcome and included. It meant the world to me that I could fully enjoy snorkeling + all the adventures knowing our 4 - year old too as happily "helping" in the galley and being so well cared for by Miss Tilly (our new best friend!). That kind of trust + ease is a gift on a family trips like this.
The girls are heading home with new bartending skills, amazing memories and so many stories - they absolutely adored both of you. And the games! Hands down some of our favourite memories + moments on the trip.
Miss Tilly - you are truly the best at life. Your cooking was incredible, your energy unmatched, and you somehow managed to be a world class chef, entertainer, party planner and obstacle course troll all in one! We are still laughing and we are still full.
Captain Kyle - thank you for your leadership, your patience and for being so wonderful with our kids. You make everything feel effortless and your scuba instruction have us confidence to fully enjoy every adventure.
We are so gratefully for this time and for each of you. This trip was something really special for our family and you guys were the reason why. Untill next time - thank you for everything!!!
With so much appreciation
Mayes Family.
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