Sail the Caribbean

Thank you for a trip of a lifetime! We had an unforgettable experience at St. John National Park - #39 for us and our personal favorite. Thank you for your expertise, AMAZING food and endless adventures. I had so much time snorkeling and watching turtles and naps on the net. Thanks again!
Amanda and Allen

Thank you for having us on your boat, into your home, and letting us have a great trip and taking us to the National Park - adding to that great journey!
Rebecca

All I can say is thanks! I think my favorite part was all the stories you guys shared. This trip has been one of the best! I had the best naps, food, laughs, and so much more! I also loved all the turtles and the fact that Kona lives on though them! I hope you guys have so many more amazing Charters!!!!
Sarah

Thank you for a wonderful time! I had so much fun, I know your motto is “Makin’ Memories that last a lifetime” and I think that is the best motto! Thank you so much!
Nalla

Thanks for an awesome week on Makin' Memories! The food was awesome and all the activities you helped us plan. Thanks for being good with Benjen. His favorite part was the water scooter. If you're ever in Tennessee, we would love to host you aboard the 3 Amigos!
Ben, Jen & Benjen

The kiddos reviews from Josh and Melissa's charter week

This trip was so fun! After hearing about the BVI’s, I knew that I needed to snorkel here. Thank you for making this trip AMAZING!
Clara. 13 yrs

The trip was so fun and I loved exploring different beaches and fun areas! It was so fun to snorkel here.
Stella. 11 yrs

I had the best time! Snorkeling was so amazing and I will remember it forever. Thank you all for making this trip so fun!
Rebecca, 17 yrs

I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate my 60th birthday aboard Makin Memories. The weather was perfect, the itinerary was seamless, and every detail was accommodating to our needs. The food and meals were exceptional and we thank you for your thoughtful consideration to our dietary needs. Every meal was amazing! Thank you for creating experiences that we will remember….. memories were definitely made!

Andy, Daniela, Lucas and Catherine, Natalie

Thank you for an amazing week and for taking such great care of us! Your attention to detail is superb in the anticipation of our needs is unmatched.

You have helped us in “Makin’ Memories” as a family at a special time of the year - Christmas! The holiday touches will always be in our memories and treasured in our hearts. Merry Christmas and happy new year!

Barry, Steven, Barbara, Jamie

Rainbows in the front! Sunsets in the back! You are some amazing hosts! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience in the BVI. Everything was so thoughtful from the food to the spots. Thank you!!!

We had an amazing time! We also made wonderful, lifelong memories - the scenery, beaches, food (Oh the food!!!) and the company! Thank you! Thank you!
~ Sara, Jess, Carmin, Gina, Jessica & Bobby Jo

Thank you so much for making this one of the most memorable weeks ever! Everything was spectacular. We can’t wait for the next time!

Thank you for the best trip ever. Everything was perfect and so thoughtful! The food was amazing! Thank you for helping us make memories that will last a lifetime!

You both exceeded our expectations by far!! You are such wonderful people to be around and so fun!!

Every detail was lovely and enjoyable! The food was absolutely divine - every single meal!!!

Thank you both so much for making our vacation perfect! We definitely will miss ya’ll!! Hope we can return on Makin’ Memories again!

Thanks for the wonderful trip! We had the best vacation ever. See you next year!

"Thank you sooooooo much for giving us the trip of a lifetime! it was hands down the best time we've ever had altogether! it was the kind of experience that will stay with us forever! it was the perfect mix of adventure, luxury and friendship. Non-stop laughter and a lifetime of memories! The boat was perfectly equipped with everything we could possibly need - clear paddleboards, a floating dock, top notch snorkeling gear, water scooters - and an endless supply of cold cocktails! Every detail was thoughtful and high-end, yet the vibe was relaxed and welcoming. Waking up to a new stunning bay each day, snorkeling through vibrant coral reefs paddleboarding at sunset, and enjoying gourmet meals under the starts - it was like living inside a dream!

Whether we were enjoying cocktails at sunset from a quiet cove or exploring hidden beaches, we were constantly in awe of the experience! The whole trip was a blissful escape from reality and we cannot thank you two enough!!!!"

"Dearest Courtney and Jim - You are memory makers and magic makers.  Thank you for making our experience so beautiful!  You are the hardest working, but smoothest working couple I've ever seen.  Thank you for taking such good care of the girls.  They fell in love with your kindness, wit, charm, energy and incredibly fantastic cooking.  Thank you for the adventures, laughs, amazing stories, education, and The Circle (aka 360 dock 🙂).  Much love to you both, with so much gratitude!"

"To start off....it was a wonderful Happy Birthday trip! You guys are the perfect people to make everyone feel safe and loved. Even though you were probably annoyed out of your minds from me saying "yeehaw," "circle" or singing some random song. 🙂 I know you'll miss our sunscreen sessions and telling you guys to throw each other off the boat. I hope the turtles and tarpons bring you more table setting sea shells and you don't burn your fingers on the fake candles! 🙂 Jimmy, keep on being your funny jolly self and Courtney keep on being your beautiful hard working self. Thank you both so much, you will be in my heart forever!"

"This experience has been absolutely exceptional! Thank you for making my lovely wife's 50th birthday a memory we will never forget! Your captain, chef and hospitality skills are unmatched! We hope to go on another journey with you again in the future! Thank you!"

"I will definitely remember all the memories we've made! You really should name the boat Makin' Memories! 🙂

Courtney made the best food ever (my mom and dad have a competition). Best of all, you were the sweetest and funniest people ever (sorry dad!)! I enjoyed every moment! I saw an octopus and named it Jim and I saw a turtle and named it Courtney. I will miss riding on the dinghy and finding cuties - my favorite cutie, my tarpons!

Love you guys! Thanks for everything!"

Meeting & Greeting at the Dock of Nanny Cay, very welcoming!
All Aboard! A toast with moët to start the trip.
Knowledgeable sailors, keeping everyone well informed and safe!
In the know of places to go!
Never Disappointed with the creativity & choices of food served.

Mimosa's a plenty! Cups never empty.
Everyday new experiences & opportunities for adventure.
Many duties behind the scenes that do not go unnoticed!
Oh my gosh, Courtney... Paul doesn't fit in his shorts!! LOL
Rum drinks daily by bartender Jim! Creative, again!
Island time & visits were well coordinated by Courtney & Jim
Excellent yacht charter we chose for our trip!
Special team they are together, makin' sure we are...MAKIN' MEMORIES!!

"Thank you for answering our countless questions , putting up with the boys and working so hard to make our vacation one we'll never forget.  It was absolutely incredible, and we cannot thank you enough!  A few of our favorite moments were:  seeing the nurse shark, swimming with turtles, the 33 cuttlefish, the petroglyphs, seeing the bioluminescence on our last night, the incredible food and drinks, our birthday dance party, sailing and listening to your stories and experiences over the years!  We chose this boat because of the two of you and it was the best decision we could have made!"

"Thank you so much for giving us such a special week together on Makin' Memories.  Though some of our belongings may be at the bottom of the ocean, we will leave with amazing new memories of our time here sipping bushwackers, sharing delicious meals, sailing, discovering crazy sea creatures, and attempting to board neighboring vessels.  We loved getting to know you guys and appreciate you sharing your home with us.  Thank you for putting up with us and giving us this beautiful place to unplug from the world and connect.  You know where to find us if you ever need a few deckhands to get in your way!"

"We couldn't begin to thank you both for the experience you have provided to us all.  We're blessed to have this experience!  We will cherish every second we've gotten to spend with you both and all of our friends.  This journey has truly been a once in a lifetime experience that we will remember and cherish for the rest of our lives!  We not only got gourmet meals prepared from Captain Courtney, but we also got to experience a never-ending journey island to island.  From snorkeling with small bus-sized sting rays to jumping off the deck of Willy T's in the middle of the night...we've made so many lifelong memories.  Much like the pirate gold buried beneath the beach, the Virgin Islands have proven to be a treasure trove of new experiences found at every stop we made.  Big thanks to the expert captains/tour guides Jim and Courtney for making it all possible!"

"Thank you for this fun experience.  My favorite part was when we got to explore all of the beaches!  I love how you made every meal special.  You guys were amazing!  We had such a great time.  We were "Makin' Memories" that will last a lifetime for our family!  Thank you!"

"Thank y'all so much!  I am so happy that I got to do all of the cool activities on your boat.  I will never forget how nice and how much work y'all put into the trip to make us have a great time.  This was definitely the most beautiful beach/boat trip I've ever had.  Hope ya'll are able to travel the world!"

"Thank you both so much for a most wonderful time! We enjoyed every bit of it! The food was amazing and all of the water sports too! Most importantly, thanks for sitting through our 300+ picture slideshow! 🙂"

"I had so much fun on this trip! Y'all made it so special for us! I enjoyed waking up in the morning and being in the water, then y'all would come out and all the fun started. We had such a fun time!"

"Not sure what this was going to look like......but WOW! The trip and the two of you exceeded all expectations. Our family is so grateful for this time, we appreciate all you did to make it so special!"

"Sometimes there are not enough words to describe an experience - but this was truly an experience of a lifetime! The attention to detail in your preparation, itinerary and local knowledge are second to none. Courtney - what can we say - you are a top-notch chef who magically created the most tasty, healthy and wonderful food out of the galley! We felt so spoiled with the beautiful table settings! Jim - we thank you for your bartending and letting our sailors help a wee bit when the sails were hoisted - it made this trip!"

From our hearts, we thank you for making this a trip of a lifetime - one we will never forget!"

"Thank you for the experience of a lifetime! You did such a fantastic job of showing us the best beaches and snorkeling on the islands. The sailing was one of our favorite parts of the trip. Courtney, your culinary skills are top notch! We ate like KINGS! Bartender Jim, your specialty cocktails were delicious. BEST margaritas on the island! You truly live up to the name of Makin' Memories! We will cherish the ones we made here with you! We will definitely recommend this charter to all our friends and family!"

"Thank you for an incredible week! This vacation was beyond our expectations in so many ways - the food - where to start! From Super Bowl steaks to lobster to delicious breakfasts and lunches - we were SPOILED! And it was healthy! Jim was the grill master and best bartender - both of you took such good care of us. We appreciated the attention to detail in every aspect of the experience down to the labeled Yeti water bottles. Your thoughtful itinerary and wisdom to switch it up based on rain and winds was not overlooked. We loved getting to know you both - you were also a highlight to our trip. Turtles, sharks, mating goats, hikes, snorkeling, wet dinghy ride from Skinny Legs, boat exercise, reading on the flybridge... Just a few memories we will carry for a lifetime. Thank you both for an unforgettable week aboard Makin' Memories!"

"We were 'Makin' Memories'!!!

This was a trip of a lifetime!!!! Snorkeling, turtles, morning rainbows, funky beach bars, live music, Jim's drink of the day, paddle boarding, shooting stars, endless giggles, and Courtney's AMAZING meals are just a few of the memories we will take with us. Real downtime in pure relaxation together was what these lifelong friends living in different cities needed. Every detail was so well planned and thoughtful. We loved exploring different islands each day, sleeping in a different cove each night, and even 'battling' a few squalls!

This was not just a vacation, but an ADVENTURE!!! Thank you! Thank you! We appreciate all you did to take care of us, your hospitality, and for opening your amazing home and way of life to us!!"

"What a trip! You showed us one of the best parts of this world and did it with the utmost class and expertise. You accommodated our every want and need. We had a blast at Jost. Virgin Gorda was amazing, and Saba Rock was EPIC - the perfect place to blast into the New Year!  St. John and St. Thomas were the perfect toppers. Every meal on the boat was perfect. The salmon, steak, lobster, risotto, I could go on and on. You cared for our family like it was your own!  THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Until next time…….."

"Thank you, thank you, thank you for everything! Your hospitality was nothing short of incredible and we had SO much fun. Thank you for teaching me that a good Captain will never steer you wrong! All roads lead to rum!
 
Most amazing, fun, lovely, exciting, and special family trip! Thank you for everything! We will never forget your hospitality, especially the food!"

"Thank you, Jim and Courtney, for bringing us on an amazing adventure. You allowed a group of old friends to experience the beauty of sailing the Caribbean together. The itinerary was entertaining and well thought out. Food was amazing. The boat was well kept, clean, organized, and comfortable. Thanks for the memories! We will never forget this trip or the two of you! Cheers!
 
What a trip! I felt pure bliss being on your beautiful boat! Thank you both from the bottom of my heart. We loved the last five days and we will truly never forget!
 
The fastest five days of my life! Thank you for keeping us safe and alive …. Keeping us fed with the greatest meals….. and keeping us completely entertained. Truly had the best getaway of my life! Thank you both!"

"We have gained such respect for your knowledge of Sailing. Thank you for answering our questions and for your catering to our whims and needs. This has been a bucket list vacation, and we are very happy we chose Makin' Memories! Best wishes for your continued success. Just don't put off making your own memories for too much longer! Life is short."

"What a great trip! Full of memories that will surely last forever. We experienced more in our week than we would have ever done in a lifetime on our own. The islands were all amazing, and the food was out of this world. 'The Fun Table' would like to offer a great big 'thank you' for giving us the opportunity to make some memories. Your kindness, hospitality, and patience were felt by all of us. And you are always welcome in our neck of the woods if you ever do get off this boat! We hope to see you again soon! So, until then, thank you and happy sailing!"

"A Makin' Memories charter with Courtney and Jim is the best vacation decision you will ever make! They will customize the whole trip to fit your wishes and needs. The food is spectacular, and the vibes are immaculate. Jim and Courtney are two wholesome individuals who will make you feel like part of the family! 10/10 highly recommend, and plan to travel with them again!"

"Best honeymoon ever! Makin' Memories was our home away from home for a week. Jim and Courtney, you two have become our Caribbean parents. Y'all made us feel so at home and so comfortable throughout the whole trip! We will forever reminisce on the food, snorkeling, and Reece's 'almost fish catch'! We hope to be back on Makin' Memories one day soon to make some new memories! We hope you don't forget your young honeymooners anytime soon." 🙂

"Had an absolute blast for my honeymoon on the Makin' Memories!! The food was excellent, and Jim and Courtney were the best hosts bar none. Every day was picturesque, and the possibilities with them are endless!"

"Thank you both for an AWESOME week! This trip was even better than I ever imagined. The hospitality, drinks and food were GREAT! We have made memories to last a lifetime! Thank you! Thank you!"

"Thank you BOTH so much for the most amazing week of our life! The memories will be treasured forever!! We are truly grateful!"

"Thank you both so much for the vacation of a lifetime! Your hospitality was second to none. You guys make a GREAT team, and we're forever grateful for the MEMORIES we've made this past week!"

"This experience has been unlike any other trip our family has taken. We appreciate so much the way you welcomed us into your home and guided us to the most beautiful, magical sites around the islands. Your knowledge and expertise of the area lent itself to a vacation perfectly catered to our families interest. We came into this trip not knowing exactly what to expect, but we are leaving with every item on our bucket list checked off and with memories that will last forever. Each meal was delicious.   Each bay and cove brought new sites and adventures. We will never forget the sea turtles at Magens Bay or the eagle ray, stingrays, and nurse shark at Watermelon Cay! You curated the most wonderful trip for us, and we are so lucky to have spent this time aboard Makin' Memories! Your teamwork truly does make the dream work. Thank you, thank you, thank you!"

"Thank you for the amazing trip! We had the time of our lives! Including the kids also made it that more special for us. It has been an incredible way to see the islands with family - you both have been so hospitable and accommodating. We appreciate all the hard work and enjoyed the delicious health-conscious meals! Thank you again for sharing your home with us!  We've had a blast"

"What a dream vacation! When David said he wanted to be on a boat for his birthday, in the water with his sons and wife, I knew Makin' Memories exceeded his expectations in mind...The beautiful boat, incredible food, the beautiful beaches and snorkeling. Courtney and Jim, you two made it even better. I can't thank you enough for your level of expertise, attention to detail, and attention to us. We all felt relaxed, and the boys gained so much more confidence in the water and that is priceless! Until the next time...We can't wait to make more Memories with you both!"

"Memories made! Dolphins, spotted eagle ray leaping at sunset, turtles galore and so many fish!   Courtney -  the food was outstanding and thanks for keeping us so well fed. We missed our one chance at a fish, but thank you to the squid who sacrificed himself on the stair for trying to help us 🙂  Thank you to Jim for braving the tropical downpour of cruise Bay to come get us from town in his trusty dinghy!  The bean bags and shade sail, ice cold local ale, all fun and wonderful. Thanks for sharing some of your favorite sites with us and we hope you enjoy your time in Grenada!  We hope you have calm seas and fair winds!  Thank you for making our first trip here so fun!"

 "On Makin" Memories our real trip began. From Colorado, North Dakota and Texas we came! With the sun, sky and drink in my hand, in the noon days light we set our course. The memories made with each day at a unique and beautiful spot will be unforgettable. Your knowledge of everywhere was truly appreciated. This will be a trip that will not be forgotten!"