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What a spectacular week we had on Sandcastle with you two! It goes without saying that: the food was great! The snorkeling wonderful! The hiking panoramic! The kayaking energizing! We cannot imagine a better crew! Your patience, warmth, and easy going yet lively personalities not to mention the fantastic gourmet food!! All in all a perfect week and one we will always remember. Sandy and Steve, Colleen and Bob, February 2008 What a wonderful introduction to the islands: great vistas, energizing runs, wonderful snorkeling and fantastic food. We mix that with great conversation on a broad range of topics and we end up with a most memorable trip. Tom and Laurie March 2008 Without you such a perfect trip couldn't ever happen. We all had so much fun together-from sunrise to sunset and after that. Looking forward to the next time. Bill, Ann, Margo, Bob and Jill April 2008 Our favorite vacations have been sailing vacations with you! We loved the sailing, food snorkeling and companionship over the past week. Thanks for the sailing lessons, the recipe swap and the laughs, til we meet again. Marge and Will Dec 2009 After lots of trips to the BVI's I didn't really expect anything different but you made it a whole new adventure for us. The really big cabins were a treat too! The food was delicious, the snorkeling divine, we had a wonderful time. Linda and Bryson,
Pete and Penny Joanie and David,
Lisa and Jim Alice and Chuck We've had a wonderful, relaxing week with you - an experience we will never forget! We will miss the companionship and the gourmet meals, thank you for the wonderful week in paradise. Jackie and Jim
- April 2006 Randy, Jenny
and family - April 2006 Becky, ME -
Feb 2006 Hugh and Patricia
NY - Feb 2006 . Mary Ann and Lowery, MN - Jan 2006 "This was the best vacation we have ever taken, it will stay in our memories forever! Your boat, the company, gourmet meals, adventures and experience were all 5 star. We'll be back!" Gary and Amy, CO - Jan 2005
"Fantastic service, cuisine, hospitality and serenity. Never a dull moment yet also such a laid back, no worries atmosphere with you both, thanks for all the little extras!" Tom and Deb, Tom and K, FL - Apr 2005
"Another wonderful, magical time with you (the best hosts) and your islands that you always make so alive for us. Great anchorages, great food, great company!" Nancy and Donald, Marge and Will, FL - May 2005 "Best in show-best boat, best food, best anchorages, best snorkeling, all around best time- our thanks to you both!" Paul and Gail, Hugh and Patricia, NY - Feb 2005
"Thank you so much! Your hospitality, wonderful knowledge of these beautiful islands, fantastic cooking (it will take weeks to shed the evidence) and personal warmth made our stay perfect! The memories will keep us warm until next time." Rick and Natalie, Becky and Bill IL/IN - Feb 2005
"Thanks for another wonderful trip (our sixth!) sailing, snorkeling, playing in the sand and going on adventures!" Andy, Kelly and Riley (age 3 ˝), Steve and Kim - Mar 2005
"We weren't sure what to expect-but the week was beyond any expectations! The sailing was great, the food gourmet, and your company was outstanding. Thank you for an excellent vacation." Larry and Claudette, Claudia and Jerry, CO - Mar 2005
"How do you do it…every trip is better than the last! Rik you always pick the best places and Ann your food is truly remarkable, get the snorkels, fishing poles, Easter eggs and Veuve Cliquot ready for next year!" David and Wendy, Connor (8 years old) and Caroline (11 years old) NY - Apr 5005
"Thank you both for the most amazing vacation we've ever experienced! You really outdid yourselves and we truly appreciate your hospitality. We look forward to sailing with you again and enjoying another slice of heaven." Bettina and Charles, Kim and Jeff TX - May 2005
Thank you for our 12th wonderful vacation aboard Sandcastle. We enjoyed seeing our favorite anchorages and exploring new ones.The new main sail is a great addition. We enjoyed all of the delights that come out of Ann's galley. Rik's creative mudslides are dynamite. Sandcastle looks beautiful with her new paint and as always, the varnish gleams. It is such a pleasure to be with you both on the ever-elegant Sandcastle. Barb
& Murray Dec 19-28 /03
What a great experience, Rik & Ann you made our trip thoroughly enjoyable. Your easy going attitude and love of the sea rubbed off on all of us.We look forward to a return trip. Jim
& Mary and friends Jan 4-10/04
Thanks for a wonderful adventure we will always treasure! Everything was fantastic. Linda
& Bill, Finn & Brittmarie Jan 04
Kevin& MB, Deb & Doug Jan 04
The snorkeling was great and the food was even better, it truly was the trip of a lifetime. Thanks for being so gracious & fun. Jim & Shannon, Mike & Betsy Feb 1-9/04
Kelly
& Andy, Kim & Steve Feb 11-22/04
Third trip, even better then the past two, loved the sailing. this has to be one of the world's most special places & the Sandcastle crew makes it exceptional! Barb
& Drexel, Mary &Larry Mar 04
Once again the Virgin Islands have been a delightful getaway and Sandcastle is a lovely boat, but the crew makes the magic happen! Toni
& Rick, Robin & Bennet Mar 04
Sailing & snorkeling, gourmet meals and evenings chatting over cocktails were the perfect recipe for our getaway. Everyday was a new adventure thank you! Sherry
& Don, Suzanne & Mike Mar 04
"It's
impossible to pick a favorite stop or meal - everyone of them was incredible,
but the hospitability exceeded all of our expectations. Thank you for
making your home our home for this past week. Thank you for a perfect
vacation" Garry and Cheryl Feb. 7, 2003 "
We had an exquisite week - thank you very much !!! There are no words
to describe your glorious cooking, Ann.
Every mouthful was enjoyed to the fullest. Highlights for us include -
the ruins and wine to celebrate the moonrise, the spotted eagle ray and
turtle at Cam Bay, snooker and cigars, graceful entries into the water
while windsurfing, searching for the perfect painkillers (Rik's of course)
and when in doubt always quote " It's a wonderful life ". Thanks
for enriching our lives with so many wonderful experiences. You both are
such special people - we feel so fortunate to be able to know you and
have sailed with you !" MaryBeth and Joe Feb. 23 2003 "
Thank you for another wonderful year of sailing ( this makes our 4th year
). The food was spectacular as usual and we always enjoy the many talks
over the week. Many thanks " Kelly and Andy March 7, 2003 "We
had a fabulous week....of doing as little as possible. We read alot, swam
a little, and ate and drank. The food was perfect, in both taste and quantity.
I would stay another week if you only fed me your homemade bread. Thanks
for your generous hospitality." Pam and Bob March 21, 2003 "For
a wonderful week on the sea Where
relaxing, enjoyment's the key On
Sandcastle you'll sail With
no phone calls or mail And
dine well amidst great scenery.
A
snorkel and dip just for you An
adventure in sailing the blue And
the best thing afloat On
that beautiful boat Is
her friendly and talented crew" "Thank
you for a magnificent week" Bennett and Robin March 30, 2003
Thank you so much for a fantastic week. The food and drinks were 4 star against a backdrop of sea and sun. Totally enjoyed it! Debbie
& Bill, Jackie & Mike Dec 9-15/03
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