"Carlos and Maribel,
I am so glad that Anne introduced us to you. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. From anchoring at Long Bay, V.G. and discovering lobsters, turtles, and beautiful marine life, to showing us the breathtaking beauty of Mahoe Bay and Savannah Bay. Diamond reef was also incredible. We had not seen a reef so alive like that in along time. We saw large schools of Tangs, Parrot fish and amazing purple fans.
Maribel, your cooking was exceptional! Every meal was absolutely delicious. It was a gastronomical delight. I'm excited to try the new recipes you shared with us. I will definitely be waiting on your cookbook.
Thank you for welcoming us so warmly. The memories we made will stay with us forever.

Dear Carlos and Maribel,
We want to say thank you for such a nice trip this week. Your boat is so comfortable and beautiful.
Maribel, your food was truly magnificent. Every meal was incredible and you gave us new food to try when we get home.
Carlos, thank you for visiting the islands we most wanted to visit. It was our first trip to the BVI and I am sure we will visit the area again to see more of its beauty and charm.
We made so many family memories this week. Thank you again and wish you both all the best.
Sincerely,
Mark, Sherry, Colton and Taylor.
North Carolina

Carlos and Maribel,

We have been dreaming of a catamaran vacation for years. Thank you for bringing that dream to life. Each stop held something unique and special for us to discover. Avery, our eight year old, loved every minute of snorkeling and being in the water. Fiona, our thirteen year old, is harder to please, but she found home relaxing, reading, and some spa pampering at Scrub Island. My wife, fell in love with Savannah Bay. We could have spent a week there alone. As for me, I loved the quiet mornings with coffee and my Bible, as well as stargazing on the trampolines at night with the cool air surrounding me. Watching my daughters experience so many firsts truly made this a trip of a lifetime.

Thank you.

Anthony

Texas

The experience:
Our trip on Alize with Carlos and Maribel was our first experience island hopping on a crewed charter boat and  we fell in love with it.  Sailing to the destination island in the morning after breakfast, mooring in a protected cove or bay, exploring the island’s beach and attractions during the day, returning to our boat in the late afternoon to lounge or enjoy the water, having dinner on our boat, and then lounging until bedtime with fantastic sunsets, and beautiful island scenery.  Then doing it again the next day with a different island, different beach, different attractions.  Even though the boat is typically one of many (15-20?  I never counted, honestly) moored in a given location, it’s still a very private-feeling environment and vibe.  While of course there’s no controlling the behavior of others, in general, there seemed to be a common respect and consideration that resulted in mostly very peaceful evenings and nights.  It’s an experience we didn’t know existed, but we’re so glad to have found out and we’re definitely looking forward to doing it again.

The boat:
The Alize itself was roomy, super clean, and really comfortable.  Sitting in the front lounge area while sailing was so relaxing and just a great way to take in the scenery.  The aft lounge area and deck was great for meals and hanging out in the evenings with our friends after a day of activity. When it was time to turn in, the cabins were cooled to perfect sleeping temperature and the beds were totally comfy and roomy.  

The hosts/crew:
The islands, the water, and their attractions are there regardless of who is taking care of you.  But the crew is the key to getting the most out of the experience.  Carlos and Maribel are not only experts at captaining and managing yachts, but they have the experience in the BVIs to be able to craft the best itinerary for what you want to do.  They have the connections and knowledge that facilitate getting the best provisions, being in the desired locations at the best possible times (for example, visiting popular attractions when there's no cruise ship in port), and other intangibles you may never even be aware of that make the experience better.  Knowing what we were interested in doing, Carlos put together an itinerary that maximized our ability to do those things and give us the most privacy possible.  So many times on our trip, crowds showed up only after we'd had a few hours completely to ourselves.  We had several virtual private island experiences simply because of smart planning.  And on the boat the vibe was comfortable, everything was clean and functional, and it was so easy to relax and just enjoy the scenery and peacefulness of being moored in a beautiful cove or bay for the night.  Maribel is a professionally trained chef and all the food was fantastic.  Not having to shop, cook, and clean while on vacation is a treat.  Having such high quality meals served to you is another level of luxury.  Knowing you're in good hands in all aspects of the trip really allows you to enjoy the experience to the fullest, stress-free, and completely satisfied with your decision to charter a yacht in the BVIs.

We would sail with Carlos and Maribel on Alize again in a heartbeat and highly recommend it to anyone.

Dear Carlos and Maribel,
Our family cannot thank you enough for providing us with a trip of a lifetime. The itinerary fit our family perfectly. You shared the beauty of Norman Island, The Baths, and Peter Island, but more importantly, created an environment for a family to smile and laugh together.
Maribel's cooking was delicious and encouraged a family to sit around a table together without distractions and the rush, sometimes present at home. I hope you know that your care has had a significant positive impact on our family.
We appreciate you both very much!
Thank you!
Petersen Family