Guest Reviews for

Tony & Claudia

Relax! They’ve got you!
I could not have chosen a better way to celebrate my 70th birthday than with Voyage Charters. From the beginning, Shawn Paulus kept me informed and was available for every question over the 3 month planning. I don’t think she has a hold button on her phone. She answered in two rings or less which blew me away! Her attitude was totally to be of service however she could which made me not afraid to “bug” her with questions. Captain Tony Cook and wife/chef Claudia Fioravanti were perfection! As a former galley slave myself from many bare boat sails around the world with my sailing club, I treated myself and my sailor buddies to letting Tony and Claudia spoil us rotten and boy did they ever! Tony is TOO fun, knowledgeable, skilled and capable of handling emergencies (he rescued me from my snorkeling inadequacy and found my sunglasses at the bottom of the cove!). Plus he makes a mean painkiller! Claudia worked tirelessly chopping and baking all day to create beautiful, mouthwatering and HEALTHY meals for us morning, noon and night including snapper, steak, birthday cake and more! Plus it was just nice to be in the presence of such a happy couple who love their work and their passengers. Be nice to them! As a 42 yr retired flight attendant, I know how selfish and obnoxious some passengers can be. Don’t be one of those! Respect their craft! The boat, Home Again, was top notch! Pristine with large, comfortable rooms you can stand up in and separate shower and toilet (often not the case on many boats). Air conditioning was another treat I’ve not had sailing before! How nice! Electric heads made for easy flushing instead of manual pumping. There is plenty of lounging space for the 12 of us, though I might have ordered a few bean bags if I’d known that I could. The towels and linens were of great quality as good as any 5 star hotel. The excursion with Sherwin’s Sea Adventures was too fun where we saw flamingos and dove for conch at an easy snorkeling reef full of beautiful fish. Plus we learned everything you’d want to know about conch and even ate some! So in a nutshell, I think it was the most relaxing vacation I’ve ever had. Just feel the breeze and meditate on the gorgeous blues of the sea. And don’t think. No worries, man!
Susan B - Dallas, United States: Jan 2023
Thank you Tony and Claudia!
Seeing the BVI on a 60-foot catamaran is a completely different experience than the typical resort vacation, or even a cruise ship. Rather than spending the bulk of your time on a crowded beach or waiting 2 hours for a hamburger while being anesthetized with rum punch at some crowded tourist trap, the bulk of the day is spent on a boat, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing, swimming, or just enjoying the natural beauty and serenity of the Caribbean. Yet while the nature and state-of-the-art boat are the big draws, the true stars of the trip were Captain Tony and his wife Claudia, who were on duty 24 hours a day to serve as skipper, navigator, lifeguard, repairman, bartender, steward, seamstress, cook, waiter, dishwasher, social director, DJ, entertainer, psychologist, all while drawing upon a seemingly infinite reservoir of grace and charm. It is impossible to overstate the effort they put in to provide all twelve passengers with a memorable vacation, and I remain in awe that they are able to do it so successfully. It is their commitment, professionalism, and passion that elevated what was already a perfect vacation into one of life's rarest and most precious commodities: truly special moments, with special people, in special places. Thank you both!
Stephen W - Atlantic Highlands: Jan 2023
All inclusive catamaran charter
Captain Tony and our chef Claudia were amazing hosts as we explored the BVI with our families. They were professional, extremely skilled but friendly and approachable! The kids loved them. They led hiking, snorkeling and paddle boarding experiences and were quick to teach us new skills. Highly recommend them and Voyages for your family charter.
Dan D - Falls Church: Jul 2022
Epic experience!
This was our second charter with Voyage and just like the first it was a phenomenal experience! They tailored the itinerary and menus to what our group requested. The boat was clean and in pristine condition. The layout was so well thought out. We had 12 people in our party and never felt crowded on Sol Liv. Tony and Claudia took great care of us and made sure we all had fun. We have experienced other charter companies before and it is not the same as Voyage. We will definitely travel with Voyage again in the future!
Dana J: May 2022
The Perfect Vacation!
This was our 3rd trip with Voyage Charters and they've all been fantastic! We had the best time with Tony & Claudia. Tony was a riot and so much fun! Claudia prepared the most amazing meals and was so accommodating. It was the most relaxing trip and the closest thing to paradise that I could imagine! Missing it already...
Debra F: May 2022
Amazingly wonderful time
My family and I recently returned from 8 days aboard "Electrified" with Captain Tony and his wonderful wife and Chef, Claudia, and had the most amazingly wonderful time! There was plenty for all of us to do - my kids are 14, 12 and 8, and it was the perfect mix of a relaxing and active vacation. Captain Tony knew of our interests from the Preference Packet ahead of time and set a course of travel through the BVIs based on our interests. Once he got to know us even better during the trip, at various times he asked us our preference of activities and was flexible to amend the schedule to accommodate our interests. His sailing expertise made us ALL feel very comfortable and relaxed! (We had never lived on a boat before!) Chef Claudia made delicious meals for us every day! She too had carefully read our Preference Sheets and knew what types of food my family likes best. The variety and depth of the food was amazing, and the timing of when we eat was always perfect! Together, they created a vacation that included lots of snorkeling, swimming, sunning, paddle-boarding, kayaking, and hiking (when we stopped on land). They know the BVIs so well so therefore knew all the best places - both known and less known!, and shared those with us. Not only was it a vacation we will never forget, but I am confident we will be lifelong friends with Tony and Claudia! Thank you Voyage Charters for the trip of a lifetime!
Christie Rana: April 9, 2022
Our favorite vacation
I couldn't have had a better vacation! Our Captain Tony was so much fun and offered us a great balance of play and rest. Claudia prepared the most delicious and beautiful meals for us. The boat was impressive to say the least! Accommodations were pristine and comfortable and the views are stunning. I would say this is our favorite vacation and we will continue to visit whenever possible!
Debra Fraze
Exceptional level of care
Regarding our trip on 'Sol Liv' in May, 2022, we had a wonderful time with Capt. Tony Cook and his lovely wife Claudia. They took care of our every need and blended in immediately with our group of twelve. All of us were thrilled with the exceptional level of care. Captain Tony coached, bartended, entertained and dozens of other tasks with an eye on customer service. He clearly loves his wife. Claudia had delicious and creative meals and abundant midday treats for us. She made special dishes for dietary concerns. She is the quiet center in the swirl of activity around the boat. They are wonderful people and we were fortunate to spend time with them. Certainly one of our best trips to the islands!
William Wilson
Phenomenal experience!
This was our second charter with Voyage and just like the first it was a phenomenal experience! They tailored the itinerary and menus to what our group requested. The boat was clean and in pristine condition. The layout was so well thought out. We had 12 people in our party and never felt crowded on Sol Liv. Tony and Claudia took great care of us and made sure we all had fun. We have experienced other charter companies before and it is not the same as Voyage. We will definitely travel with Voyage again in the future!
Gibbon Joseph
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