"Absolutely top drawer! The best trip ever by far! Sharks, iguanas, birds and fish galore, complete with gorgeous sunsets! Thanks for the pampering - it was a great relaxing family vacation!" - Raina Family, May 2008

"Thank you for an amazing week! We couldn't have asked for a better trip! Best trip ever!" - Craig S., April 2008

"When we arrived the boat was immaculate, clean, tastefully presented and decorated, and ready to board at the agreed time. The boat was kept clean during the charter as well. All advertised equipment was onboard and working properly. We especially enjoyed the diving, the kayak, and the dinghy that we could take ourselves. The boat's cabins, salon, cockpit, sunning space, etc. were comfortable but not opulent- just our style! The Captain,Cliff, was outgoing, professional, and friendly. He was like a good friend in one day, and he WAS a good friend after a couple more! We absolutely felt free to choose each day's activities. Meals were very well prepared and perfect for our somewhat picky kids. All the specific drinks we requested in our preference sheet were onboard and we had all we could want. The meals reflected the requests we made in our preference sheet as well. Our cook was outgoing, professional, friendly and eager to please. Liza was just wonderful- fun, capable, low-key, quiet in her duties- a great match for Cliff. They work as a well maintained engine! The boat is older but very well maintained - perfect for our expectations. The Exumas are a fabulous cruising ground that seems overlooked by charterers. We think it vastly exceeds the BVI in all it offers. We've chartered many crewed catamarans and sailed in many places, but our week on Solstice in the Exumas was a highlight - over the top!" - Francis family, March 2008

"Thank you for your superb organization and perfect execution! A wonderful holiday with wonderful people! Just lovely - a great ship! Many thanks for the great diving!" - Collomb party, Feb. 2008

BROKER SURVEY - APRIL 2006

1. Was the condition of the yacht up to your expectations?
Yes the pictures online were very accurate. The boat was in great condition. It was apparent that it was well taken care of by Cliff & Liza.

2. Did you find your accommodations comfortable?
Yes very comfortable. We were amazed at the space available to us. We traveled w/ 2 other couples & it was wonderful having our own head in each cabin. The captain had crafted a bimini top for the boat so we were able to enjoy either the shade or sun.

3. Was the crew attentive to your needs?
They were extremely attentive to our needs & treated us very well. They planned every day around the weather, winds and our requests.

4. Did you enjoy the meals & beverages served aboard?
We were fed good meals & had plenty of liquid refreshments.

5. Was the itinerary fun and exciting?
The captain made every day an adventure. We felt we got a great mix of sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving & relaxing.

6. Would you charter this yacht again?
Yes!!! We would certainly sail with Cliff & Liza again. We have recommended them to family & friends.

"I know that we already said thank you, but I really need to say it one more time. Tom and I had such a wonderful trip that it is hard for us to explain to our friends and family. The best we can do is to say that it was the best vacation we have ever had, and that we hope to do it again very, very soon. I cannot imagine how difficult it must be to open your 'home' to complete strangers and make them feel comfortable and welcome. You did all of that and more....which meant that our vacation was both wonderful and exciting, and relaxing and fun...all at the same time. And I feel that we not only had a great time, but that we made two new friends as well. Please stay with us if you ever visit Virginia. We are missing you and the wonderful calm beauty of the Bahamas. So for one last time, thank you for providing us with a vacation to remember always." - Pat and Tom H., VA - April 2006

"Dear Broker,

In short, the trip was wonderful and much of it was due to Cliff and Liza. They were just a joy to sail with. We had done a similar trip some years ago in the Grenadines and we thought that crew was great, but Cliff and Liza were just that much better. I'd recommend them to anyone. They are truly interesting and professional people. As far as the boat itself is concerned, it was perfect. Everything worked well and it was clean, comfortable and very nicely appointed. We are already considering another trip next year." - G.H., Feb. 2006

"Dear Broker,

1. Exumas: A 10! There was so much to do or nothing at all. I loved being able to feel like I was in a remote and exotic part of the world without having to travel a great distance to get there.
2. The boat itself: A 10. You never know what you're going to get with a charter but Solstice was set-up and maintained to the smallest detail exactly how I would have my own boat.
3. Cliff and Liza: 11's! They have so much to offer personally, plus I got the genuine feeling that our enjoyment was their enjoyment.
   
   We know it took a lot of work to provision for us exactly what we wanted AND to create a wonderful time once we got there, but they made it seem effortless. So, yes, I would highly recommend the area, the boat and our Captain and Chef. Some of my favorites:
   
   * Cliff diving for lobster. I tried holding my breath just to go down and look for lobster, and it's really, really hard. He was amazing! He caught 3 lobsters and Liza created some wonderful lobster dishes. I'm salivating just thinking about them.
   * Cliff & Liza's local knowledge: Interesting without being boring.
   * Lots of comfortable spots on the boat.
   * Liza anticipating our needs. To be indulged like that was therapy!
   * Friendly iguanas, diving with sharks, amazing sunsets -- I can't wait to go back!
   
   One more note -- the sail from Nassau to the Exumas was exactly what we had envisioned -- a relaxing motorsail while we decompressed from our flight to Nassau. We didn't want to get on another small plane -- one that might luggage restrictions as we discovered in the BVI's -- to go from Nassau to the Exumas. I highly recommend sailing in and out of Nassau if you have a week or more."

"What a wonderful adventure!  Great food and company....snorkeling, star gazing, SCUBA, fishing, lobster hunting, swimming, and yes, even hiking!  Thanks for it all!"

- Anne D./Chip C. & family, New Jersey, December 2005

"Thank you Cliff, Liza and Solstice for the BEST sea adventure we have ever had!  Thank you for a fantastic voyage!"

- Jim and Rob R., New Jersey & Florida, December 2005

"Thanks for the dreams, adventures and stories - for the rapping, deck shows, corny jokes, great food, laughing, adventure scuba, snorkel stars, and for making our honeymoon the best!"

- Gordon & Mary, Massachusetts, June 2005

"Thank you for such a memorable week in your company, for your careful pampering, and for your positive and relaxing attitiude and perspective!  It was a great pre-Honeymoon, and we'll certainly be back for more!" 

- Line & Bogdan, Montreal, May, 2005

"Thank you, for a week of smooth, fast sailing (with no heeling!) and GREAT FOOD!"

- Ress Family, Florida, June 2005