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XANDROS Guest Comments
Past Reviews for Tyler, Cole, and Rachel
Tyler Armstrong – Captain
"Captain Ty was amazing! So knowledgeable about the area and made us feel completely safe. He even fixed our drone when it crashed on the beach! A great mix of professional and fun — couldn’t recommend him more!" - Charter guest, S/V Pelican
“Due to flight delays, we arrived after 9 pm to a beautifully set vessel. Ty and Claire work seamlessly together, are very professional yet personable and approachable. Both were very observant to our individual preferences, crafting the perfect meals and itinerary while still being
flexible. Everything was kept clean and well maintained. Every detail of the week far exceeded our expectations. Ty and Claire felt like family. As our family of adults depart, we already look forward to a return. We have made spectacular family memories.”
- Cindy, S/V Krazy Kat
Cole Lackey – Chef
"We were blown away by every meal. Cole has a real gift for making fine dining feel casual and relaxed. My husband is a chef and even he was impressed! The transatlantic menu alone should win awards." - Guest, Entre 4 (Atlantic Crossing 2024)
Rachel McArdle – Stewardess
"Rachel is sunshine. Every morning she had coffee waiting, a fresh table set, and a smile that just made the day better. Thank you again for organizing the beach bonfire, we appreciate you going above and beyond to make this anniversary unforgettable." - The Cooks, Mare Blu 2025
“We had such a special time on this unforgettable voyage. Thank you for your kindness, humor, and helping create such a relaxing trip! We will
cherish these days forever. We can’t thank you enough for all your hard work and amazing attention to detail. Thank you for putting up with our crazy kids. You made it so special for them.” - The Grossman Family, Mare Blu 2024
November 2025 BVI Charter
Captain Tyler, Stew Rachel, and Chef Cole deliver a level of service that exceeds every expectation. They consistently anticipate our needs—before we even voice them—making the entire experience feel seamless and personalized.
Captain Tyler is an exemplary leader: calm, confident, and clearly highly qualified. His steady presence sets the tone for a stress free trip. Rachel ensures that everyone feels cared for at all times. Her professionalism, kindness, and instinct for guest comfort are top notch. And Chef Cole is, without question, the most talented chef we have encountered in our travels. Every meal is remarkable, both in flavor and presentation. (The lobster donuts are especially noteworthy!)
Their collective warmth, skill, and commitment to excellence made this charter truly exceptional. We would happily book with this crew again and will be recommending them enthusiastically.
Thank you for assembling such an outstanding team. They represent Xandros with distinction.
-The Marin Family
Christmas 2025 BVI Charter
We had had an absolute blast on Xandros! Everything was amazing! The weather, the boat, the food, and especially our awesome crew, Tyler, Rachel, and Cole. This was my first time on a boat like this and it did not disappoint. I would rank this as #1 for family trips!
The Best!
We hope to do this again someday.
-The Cross Family
NYE 2025 BVI Charter
Tyler, Rachel, Cole,
Thank you for such an unforgettable week! The six of us had so much fun diving with Captain Tyler (who we thank for his patience), and enjoying Rachel's Painkillers and Cole's delicious cooking. Thank you again and happy new year!
Best,
The Mumford Family
January 2026 BVI Charter
Dear Tyler, Rachel, and Cole
Thank you so much for a magical week in the BVI! We could not have asked for more. Everything about our trip was amazing. The food was superb and Rachel kept us well hydrated with her delicious drinks! Tyler was and amazing dive mast and activity organizer! Our week here aboard Xandros really helped us to relax and recharge from our hectic lives. This trip was truly special and we thank you for making it that way.
Best regards,
Jackie, Ken, Gillian, Jeremy, Dan, and Deb
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