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IARA Guest Comments
January 2026
Our week on Iara was nothing short of amazing. Paul and Lexie took care of every detail. The food was delicious and the drinks were perfect. Best Vacation ever! Looking forward to doing it again.
-Zach and Wendy Smith
January 2026
We had the most amazing trip aboard Iara! From the moment we met, Lexy and Paul made us feel so welcome, and by the end of the trip we truly felt like family. The views were absolutely breathtaking, and five days just didn’t feel like enough!
-Whitney & Tommy
February 2026
Our trip on the IARA was fabulous. Paul and Lexy are superstars. The itinerary was great, the food was five stars and the boat was perfection.
We decided on an itinerary that was split between adventures (snorkeling, hiking, and local restaurants/bars) and time on the boat to relax as a family.
This was our first cruising vacation. We found everything to be organized and efficient. We had a video conference with Paul and Lexy prior to our trip to go over our itinerary and meals. We had done our research on what we wanted to do and see, Paul and Lexy offered some suggestions that turned out to enhance our trip.
Once on board it was easy to immediately relax because Paul and Lexy have such an easy and chill way about them. The food prepared by Lexy was as good and at times better then some 4-5 star restaurants we have eaten in.
The IARA was comfortable, clean, and totally relaxing for our family of six. Plenty of room to all be together and plenty of room to relax and escape when you wanted to. The IARA has a wide range of “water toys” that really enhanced the trip and Paul took us to some spectacular snorkeling spots that we really enjoyed.
We would highly recommend a trip on the IARA with Paul and Lexy.
~Fleming
February 2026
Our week aboard the 50-foot catamaran IARA was truly the ultimate family vacation — one that exceeded every expectation.
From the moment we stepped on board, Captain Paul and Lexy made us feel completely at home. They are the perfect balance of professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm. Traveling with four children (ages 9–15) can sometimes be an adventure in itself, but Paul and Lexy made it seamless and unforgettable for every one of us.
Paul patiently taught the boys a little how to sail and got them involved whenever possible. The boat was stocked with plenty of toys and watercraft to keep everyone entertained, and there was never a dull moment. My husband’s favorite day was visiting the Bitter End and Saba Rock, where we used the BOBs (handheld underwater propulsion devices) — such a thrill!
Lexy is an absolute culinary star. She prepared breakfast every morning (cappuccinos to DIE for) and lunch and dinner on the days we opted for it, and every single meal was creative, beautifully presented, and delicious. Our entire family looked forward to each meal — and with four kids, that’s saying something! She has such a talent for combining fresh ingredients into dishes everyone loved.
We packed so much into our seven days, but my favorite day was visiting Anegada. Paul and Lexy connected us with the perfect vehicle rental, and we spent the entire day exploring the island — such a unique and memorable experience.
The boat itself was spotless, comfortable, and clearly very well maintained. You could tell Paul and Lexy take great pride in IARA, and it shows in every detail.
What speaks volumes is this: I am usually ready to head home toward the end of a vacation. This time? I could have happily stayed another week — especially with Paul and Lexy. Their hospitality, kindness, and attention to detail made this experience extraordinary.
This trip did not just meet expectations — it surpassed them. If you’re considering a charter, IARA with Captain Paul and Lexy is an absolute dream. We will treasure these memories forever.
~Dolniks
March 2026
The boat was excellent and the crew even better. Paul and Lexy are a supremely competent and congenial team. They were calm and efficient handling the boat, even in the face of a squall with winds upwards of 40 mph. The food and drinks were fantastic and continually exceeded our expectations. They dealt well with the idiosyncrasies of our group, were patient and constructive as we fine tuned our itinerary, and were always fun to be around. The boat was immaculate, and we are especially appreciative of the high-end espresso machine. I could not recommend them more highly.
~Wetstone
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