Guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ in early December, 2024, wrote:
Carlos and Maribel,
Thank you so much for a fabulous vacation experience! As Sarah and I say: "It is always an adventure!" We lived up the saying with fantastic snorkeling, sailing, and the enjoyment of visiting each island!
Maribel, your cuisine was outstanding! We will need to go back home and run a marathon!
Carlos, your boating experience and knowledge of each island is top notch. We loved hearing about the history
of your home country and the culture of different people. Thank you again for a trip of a lifetime, one we will not forget! We hope to be back in the future! In the meantime...keep making memories!
Best.
Anne and Sarah
Early December guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ said:
Maribel and Carlos,
We had a fabulous week onboard Alize exploring the BVI. Every sail was a new opportunity to enjoy the beauty of creation. Carlos adding history and background was an added bonus. Maribel, your meals were always amazing. You kept us well fed with your exceptional culinary skills. I especially appreciate your concern for my early days with mild motion sickness. Your "bread ball swallow" trick really worked and
allowed me to fully enjoy the remainder of the trip.
Thank you for sharing your home with us I will never forget my 60th birthday present!
Sharon and Jamie
Winter Garden
Late November, 2024, guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ wrote:
Maribel and Carlos,
Where to even begin...?
This has been the most amazing family vacation we have ever been on. Watching our children experience so many firsts in such a beautiful place is something we will never forget. Every meal was ***** five stars! All four of us enjoyed everything Maribel made. Each meal had the perfect view thanks to Carlos's perfect planning. Thank you for making each day an adventure. We enjoyed
playing with all the toys and visiting all the best snorkeling spots. Watching the boys swim with a sea turtle was magical and something they will never forget. You made us all feel so welcome and comfortable aboard ALIZE.
Thanks again for the trip of a lifetime!!
Betheny, Brian, Marc and Jake
Louisville
Catamaran ALIZÉ's mid November, 2024, charter guests wrote:
Carlos and Maribel,
Thank you so much for an amazing week sailing in the BVI. You were amazing hosts and exceeded our expectations in all areas.
The food was over the top and you managed to finds the best possible weather!
Carol, Nancy, Rick and Andy
Colorado
Guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ in mid-July, 2024, said or their charter:
Thank you for hosting our quiet, quirky family and meeting us where we are. We had such a great time on the ALIZE this week! The restaurant-quality meals from that tiny galley are nothing short of amazing-crispy chicken on a boat is seriously impressive. All of the spots we visited were great, but the highlight for us all was the empty resort at Ocean's Seven, with our private snorkeling reef. It's hard to
imagine anyone taking more care to find us places that were perfect for us. Every detail was well thought and made for a really meaningful family vacation. Even in the midst of changing weather and "Christmas in July" we had the quiet sea-focused week we all wanted. And thank you for being inspiringly interesting, quiet, relaxed people. You two made us feel right at home on the boat, which is saying a lot since most of us had never even slept on a boat before. Thank you so much for all your hard work in making this experience one we will never forget!!
Della, Theo, Vievie, Debbie and Paul
Charlotte, NC
Catamaran ALIZÉ's mid-July, 2024 guests wrote:
Maribel & Carlos,
Thank you so much for making this time we had alone so special!
Thank you! for making the extra effort to find things we would really enjoy! We had a blast hiking, snorkeling, exploring and just being.
What
a fun time at Ocean's 7 in Peter Island. Our own private bar that day!
The meals were so incredible!
Thanks a thousand times!
Trish & David
Nebraska
Late June, 2024 guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ wrote:
Carlos y Maribel,
Somos todos arriba de 80 y disfrutamos esta semana ,gracias a ustedes, como si fueramos jovenes de vuelta. Nos llevamos un gran recuerdo de ustedes dos, Carlos como Capitan y Maribel como gran chef de cocina.
El orden, la pulcritud, la organizacion, el trato humano, hizo que pudieramos pasar unos dias inolvidables.
En
esta etapa de nuestras vidas es muy importante haber podido disfrutar estos dias juntos, momentos que no olvidaremos.
Fernando A.
Maria Delia A.
Fernando G.
Martha G.
"We are all over 80 and we enjoyed this week, thanks to you, as if we were young again. We have great memories of you two, Carlos as Captain and Maribel as a great chef.
The order, the neatness, the organization, the human treatment, meant that we could spend some unforgettable days.
At this stage of our lives it is very important to have been able to enjoy these days together, moments that we will not forget."
Mid June, 2024, guests on ALIZÉ wrote:
Maribel and Carlos:
Thank you for such a wonderful trip. Exceeded all our expectations. And we had been dreaming and planning a BVI trip for 30 Years, so that is a high praise! Carlos knew all the good places to go, from snorkeling, to the food; also a great place to celebrate an 11th year old's birthday. Everything was so much fun! Thank you very much! Wonderful trip. Thanks for putting up with our crazy crew. The hidden gem was Peter
Island on the last day. Ocean Seven Club for ourselves was unexpected and so relaxing. Great snorkeling. Thank you so much for the thoughtful planning, especially when thinking about the girls. Spectacular trip. The beauty of the BVI was more than I could ever imagine and your service was top notch. Winnie, our six year old, is speechless!
From our family to yours, our deepest heartfelt thanks.
The Blairs
The Olsons
ALIZÉ's early June, 2024, charter guests wrote:
SUPERIOR hospitality, food and knowledge of sailing the BVI. It was extraordinary! We couldn't have asked for a better 1st time experience sailing. We will be back with our kids next time!
P.S. Can you please get Maribel a restaurant? (In Texas of course!)
The Wombles
A late May, 2024, family chartering aboard catamaran ALIZÉ wrote:
What a wonderful adventure for our family!
This was our first sailing trip and we absolutely loved it. Carlos and Maribel were wonderful hosts and made our trip stress and worry free. The destinations were all beautiful and fun-filled, and the food was superb! Maribel is so talented!
Can't wait to sail with them again!
Early May, 2024, guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ wrote:
This was our fourth week-long catamaran trip in the BVI plus many day excursions for snorkeling, and even though we had snorkeled all the best spots, Carlos surprised us with phenomenal spots we had never snorkeled before! One spot seemed like it was in the middle of the ocean but had beautiful reefs! We loved it! Maribel's culinary skills were also phenomenal! Never had we had such delicious , well presented meals with
such a wonderful variety! Every day we looked forward to her meals. She shared tips and was so much fun! Thank you for sharing your home with us. Despite the rainy weather we had a wonderful trip and experienced new places in the BVI. Both Carlos and Maribel take great pride in their boat and skills and it shows! We are sad it's ending.
Thanks again,
Frank and Becky
Late April, 2024, guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ said:
Dear Carlos and Maribel:
Thank you for the wonderful time, the boat was great and the food and service were fabulous.
Hope to voyage with you again.
Dear Carlos and Maribel:
Thank you so very much for this marvelous experience. First class all the way. I felt very well taken care of, and the cuisine could not be any better. Thanks so very much!
So long... for now.
Betsy
New Jersey
Mid April 2024 guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ with Carlos and Mirabel wrote:
Carlos and Maribel,
Thank you for sharing your home with this rowdy group! We have had a fantastic time. Amazing sunsets, calm blue waters and sunshine!
We came to celebrate birthdays and were surprised with candles and cake. We can't begin to say enough about how wonderful Maribel's cooking was; way superior to any food we had on any island.
Your
hospitality made us feel like family. We can't wait to return and will miss this amazing adventure until then.
Thank you again for everything. Until next time.
Brian, Bryon, Jason, Paige, Kelly and Michelle.
Mid-April guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ wrote:
Carlos and Maribel,
Thank you for another wonderful sailing trip! It was so great for us (Dave and Jody) to share this wonderful experience with Ryan, Sophia and Alex. We prepared them for how great the time aboard ALIZE would be, but it was even better than they imagined!!
Norman Island, Bitter End, Saba Rock, The Baths, Marina Cay were so much fun! The last few days in Peter Island Cove was so relaxing. Giving us time as a family
to really hang out and enjoy the beauty of the BVI. And spend time with one another, which is precious time and creating memories that will last a lifetime!
Thank you for being part of those memories. Thank you for the fabulous experience and the great food!
Jody, Dave, Ryan, Sophia and Alex
Mid-March, 2024, guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ wrote:
We had a marvelous time aboard the ALIZE with Carlos and Maribel! The perfect mix of activity and peacefulness. We came for tranquillity and experienced it to the fullest. Everything that Maribel served was a work of art. Carlos picked up on our preferences for atmosphere and we experienced some wonderful spots. Thank you both for making our time away from reality a blessing!
The Sahjians, Tennessee
Charter guests aboard ALIZÉ in late February and early March, 2024, wrote:
Maribel and Carlos,
No words can describe this experience we have had sailing on the ALIZE. The week has been filled with such joy, relaxation, new experiences, and gastronomical delights! The two of you are the absolute best at hosting and caring for your guests!
Maribel, every dish you prepared was prepared with love. We very much appreciated all your hard work to present us culinary masterpieces! Carlos, we always felt safe as you navigated the seas. The service, the stories, the discussions, the music, and so much more, added to an amazing and unforgettable week!
Thank you both for everything and it would be our pleasure to host you in the States. We will stay in touch and we hope to hear from you about a visit soon.
With love, thanks for making memories with us!
Thris and Craig
Mid-February, 2024, guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ wrote:
Dear Carlos and Maribel,
Thank you for having us onboard ALIZE. We are grateful we had the opportunity to do our first catamaran family trip with you on the ALIZE. Your kindness, honest advice and the experience you showed us will forever be a big part of our memories. (Especially Carolyne's) This is probably more educational than one week of school, and memorable... Priceless!
Thank you for sharing your home with us, and for feeding us amazing food from a great chef!
The Quane Family
February, 2024, guests, a group of ladies that were celebrating the 50th. birthday of one of them aboard the Lagoon 44 cat ALIZÉ, said:
Maribel and Carlos,
Your hospitality has been amazing!!
Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us, it has been epic!
Carlos's wisdom, history, and experience added much richness to this trip.
Maribel's culinary richness was such a gift to all of us worn out mammas! Just spectacular!
Thank you and praying many blessings to you both!"
"Words cannot express how thankful we are! You are a five star operation!
Our girls trip was better because of the accomodations, the delicious food, the pre-planning so we could make the most of every day, your knowledge of the boat and the weather conditions and the special party drinks too!"
"Your immaculate boat, smooth rides and delicious meals made this trip extra special!"
Amy, Julianne, Glenna, Rosanna and Sharla
Early February, 2024, guests aboard the Lagoon 44 cat ALIZÉ wrote:
Dearest Carlos and Maribel:
This past week has been the realization of a lifelong dream. Thank you very much for that! Little did we know that our trip would include a world class Captain and Chef... more importantly, a world class couple. Thank you for sheperding us safely through our adventure. We can't wait to do it again!
Love
Georgia
Maribel and Carlos,
Someone once said sailing is not just about the destination, but the journey and adventure along the way.
You have made a dream come true for Pete and I. You opened your home to us and captured our hearts!
Open seas, Carlos, you navigated daily to keep us comfortable and Maribel, your cooking is an extension of your soul and we are all beneficiaries! It was a delightful ride and we are richer knowing you both!
Open seas, Carlos, you navigated daily to keep us comfortable and Maribel, your cooking is an extension of your soul and we are all beneficiaries! It was a delightful ride and we are richer knowing you both!
Thanks just doesn't even cover the wonders of this week!
We will see you again!
Love
Susan and Pete
Georgia
Mid January, 2024, guests aboard ALIZÉ wrote:
Carlos and Maribel,
Once we boarded the ALIZE, after our two day delay, a wonderful adventure unfolded. Thank you both for sharing your talents with us. Fondly,
Jesse and Sandy
Dear Maribel and Carlos,
Thank you for making my 70th birthday special. We could write a novel about our culinary experiences. We loved hearing your adventures from around the world. Until we meet again,
Cathy and Bill
An early January, 2024, family who chartered ALIZÉ in the BVI
Where do we start? Our family normally goes on cruises., but this year we wanted to try something interesting, unique and WOW! We are so glad we did!
From Carlos's exceptional sailing expertise, knowing the BEST snorkeling spots, hiking trails, island restaurants and for recommending the sweetest tour lady named "Patsy".
And Maribel, your food all week was so amazing and scrumptious! We know you attended cooking school and enjoy cooking, but also think you were born with a lot of culinary skills, too. Thank you for baking Brad a birthday cake! Candles and all. So thoughtful of you!
We all had the most memorable vacation because of you both and really appreciate your help with that. Our boys had tons of fun knee-boarding and so did their 54 year old dad! LOL
We will certainly miss you both and our lovely conversations during the day.
Thank you so very much!
Brad, Julia, Kyan, Kendrick, and Kade
The New Years guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ said:
Carlos and Maribel,
We could not imagine a better way to end the year and begin a new one. Your home is amazing and thank you so much for welcoming us into it.
Best memories:
Choosing cabins in Nanny Cay.
1st scuba diving ever for the boys in Norman island.
Revisiting where we got engaged on Jost Van Dyke.
The pool, mostly the slide, in Scrub Island.
Sailing to the Bitter End on New Year's Eve.
Exploring the Caves and the Baths on Virgin Gorda.
Playing on the beach, in Cooper.
Kneeboarding in Peter.
Best quote of the week: "My stomach will never forget Maribel!"
Henry
Really too many memories to write them all.
Thank you for your love and hospitality.
Georgeann, Steve, Henry and George
Virginia
Christmas Week, 2023, guests aboard ALIZÉ wrote:
Carlos and Maribel,
Thank you so much for an amazing week. Even better than we imagined. Such a blessing to spend time with our young adult children. Thank you for making it such a special week. You are both amazing. Love.
Micki
"We had an amazing week and are so grateful for the opportunity!"
Carlos, you are an amazing Captain that is full of knowledge. Maribel, you are a great first mate! Thank you for a wonderful week!
Tim
Carlos and Maribel,
You guys are so awesome and I can't thank you enough for this vacation. Maribel, you make the best food ever, while somehow doing everything else. Carlos, you're the man!...and I know how hard you always work. You guys both ROCK! Good luck in your future and everything you do. Love.
Casey
Carlos and Maribel,
Thank you so much for enabling us to have such a wonderful and relaxing family vacation. I have really enjoyed spending time with both of you on the awesome Alize. This has been the most relaxing vacation I've had in a long time, or ever., and I have both of you to thank for that.
Happy Holidays and good luck with the rest of your travels!
Cami
Carlos and Maribel,
Thank you so much for an unforgettable week! It was an amazing experience that I will never forget.
Carter
Early July, 2023, charter guests aboard ALIZÉ wrote:
Carlos & Maribel,
No words are suffice to describe the amazing time, phenomenal food, magnificent views, turquoise waters and incredible adventures we had with you on the beautiful ALIZE!!
You both taught us so much about these truly awesome British Virgin Islands and all they hold! We absolutely cannot wait to return! Every moment awake was gazing at the beauty and the star gazing at night was spectacular as well! Carlos, your knowledge of sailing and making sure we got the most of everything we did was so greatly appreciated! Maribel, your meals were , each and every one, so delightful and so beautiful as well! You work so hard to create mouth watering foods and desserts and you will never know how much it truly meant! Thank you both for a trip of a lifetime!
Late June, 2023, guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ said:
Carlos and Maribel,
Thank you for opening your lovely home to us to truly enjoy the BVI. This was the perfect first sail and we cannot wait to return. Maribel, your food is absolutely amazing and Carlos, you made sure to find us the perfect itinerary. Again, thank you so much for your hospitality.
Tom and Andrea
St. Pete
Mid-June, 2023, charter guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ said:
Dear Maribel and Carlos:
Thank you for making all our wishes come true-and then some!-on our glorious 4th. sail with you two!
From the idyllic snorkeling spots teeming with plant and animal life to the great mix of shore excursions, you made this sail spectacular!
And Maribel's gourmet meals were all so yummy, beautifully plated and were a treat into themselves!
Your attention to detail is so impressive, making sure that all guests have the best possible experience!
We are so blessed not only to have the BEST captain and chef team in the BVI, but also to call you friends!
Love you guys!
Anne
Maribel and Carlos,
What a glorious ten days of sailing with you. Everything was perfect. The food was outstanding! All your recommendations for snorkeling and day trips were fabulous.
Best wishes for a restful "off season".
Love,
Nancy
Maribel and Carlos,
Thank both of you for showing us more amazing adventures from the Sea. We will always cherish these Caribbean gifts from the Sea.
Love,
Colleen
Early June, 2023 guests in the BVI aboard ALIZÉ wrote:
Carlos & Maribel,
Again, words cannot express what a trip this was!
You two are amazing and you make everything perfect and make it seam so easy!! We had the best time and appreciate all you did for us! The meals were out of this world!
Thanks so much!! We love the Alize!!
Randy and Dianne
Riverside
Carlos & Maribel,
Thank you for a spectacular week onboard the Alize!!
Every day was special! Maribel's cooking is the best in the world! We enjoyed getting to know you both so much!
Richard and Lana
Norfolk
Early May guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ:
Carlos and Maribel,
What a wonderful sail! Everything was lovely, the food amazing. Carlos went right along with the laughs and fun! We had a wonderful time.
Cecilia
Carlos and Maribel,
What a wonderful vacation! We enjoyed your tour of these wonderful islands you know so well. I'm grateful for your hospitality, extensive local knowledge, advice and concern for our enjoyment and safety. Maribel's cooking was delicious and she should publish a cookbook! Thanks for hosting us in your beautiful floating home. I'll keep the memories forever!
Jeff
Dear Maribel and Carlos,
Thank you so much for the wonderful sail through the BVI.
Beautiful islands and clear blue/green waters. We loved all the islands we visited, and all your knowledge about the history of the islands. Enjoyed all the activities, both on the ALIZE and onshore.
Maribel, your cooking and presentation was spectacular, the BEST!
Carlos, your above deck and behind the scenes work were much appreciated also!
So relaxing and fun! We all had the best time!
Thank you for everything!
Linda, Romi.
Ohio
Late April, 2023, guests aboard catamaran ALIZÉ wrote:
Carlos and Maribel,
We had the most amazing time! This entire experience onboard ALIZE and meeting you both is something we will never forget and will be talking about for a long, long time.
Maribel, your cooking is incredible!! Your knowledge and passion is an inspiration.
Carlos, you are the best of the best!! The places we experienced and saw are unmatched.
Together, you guys are truly an amazing team. We felt welcomed and at home the moment we stepped onboard. Words cannot describe how much we appreciate your graciousness. We loved spending time talking with you and sharing a moment of your lives with us.
Thank you for an unbelievable and unforgettable journey.
Smooth sailing,
Paul and Melissa
Ohio