Customer Reviews
It’s important to us that you always have a great experience with The Moorings. Below is the feedback The Moorings customers have given us from their recent vacations with The Moorings.
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This trip was unbelievable! Every single day was the most beautiful experience. Our captain/crew made everything so wonderful. It truly was smooth sailing 😉
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We had a blast sailing from island to island. This part of the world really is a special place that we are blessed to have gotten to experience. The sailing, snorkeling, the food, the Baths, the caves, 3 Indians, the Bitter End, The soggy Dollar, the Pain killers, the exploring on the islands, (A special thanks to captain Lee for making reservations for dinners, moorings and handling all the logistics so would could relax and not worry about anything). The sail boat is the way to go!! We did have minor issues with our boat and the grill not working and issue with the Captians quarter A/C not working, but those were minor and feel bad for the Captain but the beauty of the islands and amazing weather made those non issue that I’m sure moorings will have resolved for the next people on the Shape up II..
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We just returned from a weeklong Moorings catamaran charter through the BVIs and it was nothing short of spectacular—easily one of the top 5 trips of my life.
First and foremost, Captain Lee was the heart and soul of this journey. Her knowledge of the islands, calm leadership, and easy-going personality made every day effortless and unforgettable. She was incredibly accommodating, knew exactly when to take charge and when to let us relax, and handled every detail—from navigation to logistics—with total confidence. Her dinner and mooring reservations were impeccable every single night. We felt like VIPs everywhere we went.
Now for the honesty: there were a couple of hiccups. Unfortunately, our catamaran, Shape Up II, didn’t have a grill onboard (which we expected), and we had some frustrating issues with the AC. But to be fair, the weather was so perfect—plus the beauty of the islands more than made up for the minor annoyances.
The snorkeling was next level—crystal-clear water, vibrant reefs, and sea life galore. We swam with turtles, rays, and more fish than I can count. Evenings were spent under breathtaking starry skies, cocktails and beers in hand, just soaking in the moment.
We’re already talking about when we can do it again. Moorings delivered an incredible experience, but Captain Lee is what made it magical. Highly recommend—and if you can request her as your skipper, do it. You won’t regret it.
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Excellent experience from start to finish. The boat was immaculate and comfortable with great AC and wifi. We had 7 people and had plenty of space. Our captain Keydon was wonderful and helped us navigate our trip perfectly. The BVI’s were amazing!
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Absolutely top-notch experience with Moorings. Captain and crew were brilliant, accommodating and exceptionally good at all that they did.
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We had a spectacular time! Planning, prep, sail, boat, and especially our Captain Dale made it one of our most memorable experiences. We are already talking about another trip.
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We were on “Seas the Day” with captain Andy and his lovely wife (and excellent chef) Linzi.
This was a once in a lifetime experience – the scenery was just spectacular, and the food was perfect! Andy knew where to take us and gave us suggestions as to what places we should explore while we were off the boat. Their preparation for the week was amazing – everything we needed or could have asked for was on board. -
Our Crew, Shelley and Richard, were the best guides. Took us to so many amazing places where we had so much fun! The hospitality and service were top notch.. The daily drink at happy hour was the best and every meal outdid the last one. Can’t want to come back and charter with them!
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Trip was excellent. The boat was virtually brand new. We took a catamaran with skipper & chef, which I thought was an excellent choice to make it a truly relaxing vacation. The crew was very professional and the food was amazing, to the point where we ended up doing almost all meals on the boat. Everything is organized to make it esy and straightforward. It was a vacation we will not forget.
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We just finished our week-long cruise with Andy and Linzi in the BVI. What an amazing and fun experience we had! We were a group of 8 guests and we fit comfortably on the boat. The boat was lovely, clean, and well-appointed. Andy and Linzi had everything we needed and more!
Andy was an extremely knowledgeable captain. He knew all about the boat itself, the technical aspects of yachting, and all about the BVI. He did a combination of sailing and motor yachting during our trip. Andy is also very safety-oriented while simultaneously understanding we are there to let loose, have fun, and enjoy our vacation. It made it much easier to relax knowing that someone responsible and friendly was managing everything. Both Andy and Linzi had good tips and suggestions for us during our trip and knew the must-see places, must-eat foods, and must-drink bars.
Linzi’s food was INCREDIBLE. We had some meals outside of the boat where we honestly would have preferred to eat Linzi’s food. I really loved our daily happy hour events where she would make little snacks which were all so delicious. Snacks were also served with a custom and refreshing cocktail every day. Linzi was also an exceptional first mate who was very skilled with helping Andy moor the boat.
Both of them were friendly, funny, and professional. Lots of laughs and good times were had. I’m so glad we had them as our lively crew and would strongly recommend them to everyone! -
Our 7 – night Crewed Sailing out of the BVI was excellent. Some of the things were out of our control and us just being lucky. The 45 ft. catamaran, Knotty Toddy, crewed by Capt. Richard and Chef Shelly (Birdie) were selected for us (we picked the size and kind of boat). They were the best crew, I don’t think anyone could have been better. Richard planned and delivered a wonderful itinerary based on what we wanted. Shelly prepared amazing meals and was a charming hostess the entire sailing. She must be part wizard to get so much out of that small galley.
The other thing that was amazing was the weather and sailing conditions. We got lucky there (we did pick the dates of our sailing).
Glad we did:
White Bay Beach Day with visit to the Soggy Dollar, Cane Garden Bay, sailing and snorkeling around Virgin Gorda, sightseeing drive around the north end of Virgin Gorda by taxi, the Baths (visit Mad Dog Bar), the view from Hog’s Heaven Bar Virgin Gorda, Saba Rock Resort
Takeaways:
When speaking to the Moorings reservation representatives, ask a lot of questions. The Moorings have a large data base of information they can send you if you ask them.
Talk to your pre-departure concierge as soon as you can, they will help you a lot. Our concierge was Paul Patterson and he as excellent.
If a crewed sailing, be clear on your preference sheet on you likes and wants (remember space is limited on these boats), let your captain know what you want to do. Do not over plan, sometimes conditions dictate.
Yes, we most definitely do it again! -
This was our first experience chartering a catamaran in the BVI. Our trip exceeded any expectations we had. Jos (Captain) and his wife Chivon (Chef & much more) were amazing. The food was better than most high end restaurants. It was very evident that they love what they do and that translated into us having an unforgettable experience. They made sure we got to the best islands on the right days to take advantage of the weather and wind conditions, things we would have never known if we were doing it on our own. We can’t thank Jos and Chivon enough. Hopefully we can have an opportunity to do it with them again some day.
Steve & Cindy
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Our trip was amazing. Captain Richard and Chef Shelly were gracious, attentive and friendly and made us feel welcome. Our trip was everything we wanted and more. The food was delicious and the itinerary spectacular.
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There is no better vacation than a catamaran charter with the Moorings in the BVI’s. We’ve done over a dozen with friends and with family.
It only gets better with a fantastic crew. We had the best. Anis and Tery. Anis is a great skipper/host and Tery is an amazing cook. I didn’t realize how much I liked the Greek cooking style. Subtle but delicious.
We definitely recommend Anis and Tery for a crew and who knows hopefully we will see them again in Greek waters
Full on 10 out of 10.
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My husband and I went to the BVI’s for the first time with 5 other people and bare-boated for 10 days. The Moorings Marina facilities were clean; staff friendly and helpful. We were assigned The White Pearl — a pretty 45′ sail cat, ready on time, spotlessly clean and spacious — elicited excited WOW’s”! Check-in and provisioning went smoothly. The Riteway grocery store was a short walk away to pick up fresh fruit, veggies, bread, cheese and wine (note: buy an extra roll of paper towel for ‘clean ups’). The briefing person noticed the helm wheel was a bit stiff and oiled it up before we departed. Microwave needs to be secured — went flying off the shelf when we were sailing. Water-maker didn’t work (we managed by rationing fresh water), however, the generator, engines, rigging, sails, dinghy and nav gear all in functioning order. Could have used a few more than two tea towels in the kitchen and two personal towels each for a 10-day tour. Overall, would recommend – a magical experience, a few bruises and big grins!
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What an amazing trip! We chartered the Knotty Toddy with Richard and Shelley as crew. The sail was spectacular. The boat was spotless and the greeting from the crew was warm and welcoming. I would give Shelley a Michelin star for the quality of the food she prepared. Off the charts. Captain Richard knows the BVI’s like the back of his hand so we always moored in the perfect spots and saw the best sunsets. I highly recommend sailing with The Moorings and especially with Richard and Shelley as crew.
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We took the 6 day crewed charter with Andy and Linzi with 3 couples all celebrating our 60th birthdays. It was simply amazing. The itinerary was perfectly planned out but with a lot of flexibility depending on our wishes. Andy knew when we should arrive at certain places to avoid large crowds. Andy’s main focus was our safety but it was blended with exceptional and friendly service. The real star of the show other than the amazing scenery was Linzi’s delicious food – 3 meals per day plus 5pm “Nibbles” (hint – bring loose clothing). Overall, this trip exceeded expectations and something we would definitely do again.
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We had a blast! 3 couples on a 50′ Sail Cat for 5 days in the lovely BVIs. Moorings did an outstanding job. Check-in and registration was quick and easy. Our boat was clean, in good working order and well equipped. We had a water heater start leaking on the trip and the Mooring chase crew was right there to fix it. We did our charter with a skipper and Captain Laura was amazing. Our previsions were spot on. We will do this again.
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I chartered a boat with crew for my 50th birthday celebration and it exceeded expectations. We had a BLAST. The captain had a great balance of being present and involved but also giving us our space. The food was spectacular. Fresh, delicious, different every meal. And the chef really paid attention to our preferences and all our allergies and restrictions, which was not easy I’m sure. Every meal was a celebration with gorgeous table decor and fantastic service. We honestly rarely left the boat b/c we were having so much fun. Everyone on the trip was already talking about doing this again b/c it was the best vacation we had ever taken together. HIGHLY recommend!
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We had a wonderful trip with friends in the BVI. Captain Richard was knowledgeable, helpful and meticulous. We had unusually high winds that week but he was able to adjust his sailing and moorings accordingly. He also prepared wonderful signature drinks to go along with our appetizers. Chef Shelly ( aka Birdie) worked tirelessly in the kitchen to prepare amazing meals and presented them beautifully. She also never missed a mooring ball and knew her way around the boat too.
I wouldn’t hesitate recommending this charter and crew for your BVI adventures.
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This trip was unbelievable! Every single day was the most beautiful experience. Our captain/crew made everything so wonderful. It truly was smooth sailing 😉
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We had a blast sailing from island to island. This part of the world really is a special place that we are blessed to have gotten to experience. The sailing, snorkeling, the food, the Baths, the caves, 3 Indians, the Bitter End, The soggy Dollar, the Pain killers, the exploring on the islands, (A special thanks to captain Lee for making reservations for dinners, moorings and handling all the logistics so would could relax and not worry about anything). The sail boat is the way to go!! We did have minor issues with our boat and the grill not working and issue with the Captians quarter A/C not working, but those were minor and feel bad for the Captain but the beauty of the islands and amazing weather made those non issue that I’m sure moorings will have resolved for the next people on the Shape up II..
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We just returned from a weeklong Moorings catamaran charter through the BVIs and it was nothing short of spectacular—easily one of the top 5 trips of my life.
First and foremost, Captain Lee was the heart and soul of this journey. Her knowledge of the islands, calm leadership, and easy-going personality made every day effortless and unforgettable. She was incredibly accommodating, knew exactly when to take charge and when to let us relax, and handled every detail—from navigation to logistics—with total confidence. Her dinner and mooring reservations were impeccable every single night. We felt like VIPs everywhere we went.
Now for the honesty: there were a couple of hiccups. Unfortunately, our catamaran, Shape Up II, didn’t have a grill onboard (which we expected), and we had some frustrating issues with the AC. But to be fair, the weather was so perfect—plus the beauty of the islands more than made up for the minor annoyances.
The snorkeling was next level—crystal-clear water, vibrant reefs, and sea life galore. We swam with turtles, rays, and more fish than I can count. Evenings were spent under breathtaking starry skies, cocktails and beers in hand, just soaking in the moment.
We’re already talking about when we can do it again. Moorings delivered an incredible experience, but Captain Lee is what made it magical. Highly recommend—and if you can request her as your skipper, do it. You won’t regret it.
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Excellent experience from start to finish. The boat was immaculate and comfortable with great AC and wifi. We had 7 people and had plenty of space. Our captain Keydon was wonderful and helped us navigate our trip perfectly. The BVI’s were amazing!
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Absolutely top-notch experience with Moorings. Captain and crew were brilliant, accommodating and exceptionally good at all that they did.
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We had a spectacular time! Planning, prep, sail, boat, and especially our Captain Dale made it one of our most memorable experiences. We are already talking about another trip.
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We were on “Seas the Day” with captain Andy and his lovely wife (and excellent chef) Linzi.
This was a once in a lifetime experience – the scenery was just spectacular, and the food was perfect! Andy knew where to take us and gave us suggestions as to what places we should explore while we were off the boat. Their preparation for the week was amazing – everything we needed or could have asked for was on board. -
Our Crew, Shelley and Richard, were the best guides. Took us to so many amazing places where we had so much fun! The hospitality and service were top notch.. The daily drink at happy hour was the best and every meal outdid the last one. Can’t want to come back and charter with them!
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Trip was excellent. The boat was virtually brand new. We took a catamaran with skipper & chef, which I thought was an excellent choice to make it a truly relaxing vacation. The crew was very professional and the food was amazing, to the point where we ended up doing almost all meals on the boat. Everything is organized to make it esy and straightforward. It was a vacation we will not forget.
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We just finished our week-long cruise with Andy and Linzi in the BVI. What an amazing and fun experience we had! We were a group of 8 guests and we fit comfortably on the boat. The boat was lovely, clean, and well-appointed. Andy and Linzi had everything we needed and more!
Andy was an extremely knowledgeable captain. He knew all about the boat itself, the technical aspects of yachting, and all about the BVI. He did a combination of sailing and motor yachting during our trip. Andy is also very safety-oriented while simultaneously understanding we are there to let loose, have fun, and enjoy our vacation. It made it much easier to relax knowing that someone responsible and friendly was managing everything. Both Andy and Linzi had good tips and suggestions for us during our trip and knew the must-see places, must-eat foods, and must-drink bars.
Linzi’s food was INCREDIBLE. We had some meals outside of the boat where we honestly would have preferred to eat Linzi’s food. I really loved our daily happy hour events where she would make little snacks which were all so delicious. Snacks were also served with a custom and refreshing cocktail every day. Linzi was also an exceptional first mate who was very skilled with helping Andy moor the boat.
Both of them were friendly, funny, and professional. Lots of laughs and good times were had. I’m so glad we had them as our lively crew and would strongly recommend them to everyone! -
Our 7 – night Crewed Sailing out of the BVI was excellent. Some of the things were out of our control and us just being lucky. The 45 ft. catamaran, Knotty Toddy, crewed by Capt. Richard and Chef Shelly (Birdie) were selected for us (we picked the size and kind of boat). They were the best crew, I don’t think anyone could have been better. Richard planned and delivered a wonderful itinerary based on what we wanted. Shelly prepared amazing meals and was a charming hostess the entire sailing. She must be part wizard to get so much out of that small galley.
The other thing that was amazing was the weather and sailing conditions. We got lucky there (we did pick the dates of our sailing).
Glad we did:
White Bay Beach Day with visit to the Soggy Dollar, Cane Garden Bay, sailing and snorkeling around Virgin Gorda, sightseeing drive around the north end of Virgin Gorda by taxi, the Baths (visit Mad Dog Bar), the view from Hog’s Heaven Bar Virgin Gorda, Saba Rock Resort
Takeaways:
When speaking to the Moorings reservation representatives, ask a lot of questions. The Moorings have a large data base of information they can send you if you ask them.
Talk to your pre-departure concierge as soon as you can, they will help you a lot. Our concierge was Paul Patterson and he as excellent.
If a crewed sailing, be clear on your preference sheet on you likes and wants (remember space is limited on these boats), let your captain know what you want to do. Do not over plan, sometimes conditions dictate.
Yes, we most definitely do it again! -
This was our first experience chartering a catamaran in the BVI. Our trip exceeded any expectations we had. Jos (Captain) and his wife Chivon (Chef & much more) were amazing. The food was better than most high end restaurants. It was very evident that they love what they do and that translated into us having an unforgettable experience. They made sure we got to the best islands on the right days to take advantage of the weather and wind conditions, things we would have never known if we were doing it on our own. We can’t thank Jos and Chivon enough. Hopefully we can have an opportunity to do it with them again some day.
Steve & Cindy
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Our trip was amazing. Captain Richard and Chef Shelly were gracious, attentive and friendly and made us feel welcome. Our trip was everything we wanted and more. The food was delicious and the itinerary spectacular.
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There is no better vacation than a catamaran charter with the Moorings in the BVI’s. We’ve done over a dozen with friends and with family.
It only gets better with a fantastic crew. We had the best. Anis and Tery. Anis is a great skipper/host and Tery is an amazing cook. I didn’t realize how much I liked the Greek cooking style. Subtle but delicious.
We definitely recommend Anis and Tery for a crew and who knows hopefully we will see them again in Greek waters
Full on 10 out of 10.
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My husband and I went to the BVI’s for the first time with 5 other people and bare-boated for 10 days. The Moorings Marina facilities were clean; staff friendly and helpful. We were assigned The White Pearl — a pretty 45′ sail cat, ready on time, spotlessly clean and spacious — elicited excited WOW’s”! Check-in and provisioning went smoothly. The Riteway grocery store was a short walk away to pick up fresh fruit, veggies, bread, cheese and wine (note: buy an extra roll of paper towel for ‘clean ups’). The briefing person noticed the helm wheel was a bit stiff and oiled it up before we departed. Microwave needs to be secured — went flying off the shelf when we were sailing. Water-maker didn’t work (we managed by rationing fresh water), however, the generator, engines, rigging, sails, dinghy and nav gear all in functioning order. Could have used a few more than two tea towels in the kitchen and two personal towels each for a 10-day tour. Overall, would recommend – a magical experience, a few bruises and big grins!
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What an amazing trip! We chartered the Knotty Toddy with Richard and Shelley as crew. The sail was spectacular. The boat was spotless and the greeting from the crew was warm and welcoming. I would give Shelley a Michelin star for the quality of the food she prepared. Off the charts. Captain Richard knows the BVI’s like the back of his hand so we always moored in the perfect spots and saw the best sunsets. I highly recommend sailing with The Moorings and especially with Richard and Shelley as crew.
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We took the 6 day crewed charter with Andy and Linzi with 3 couples all celebrating our 60th birthdays. It was simply amazing. The itinerary was perfectly planned out but with a lot of flexibility depending on our wishes. Andy knew when we should arrive at certain places to avoid large crowds. Andy’s main focus was our safety but it was blended with exceptional and friendly service. The real star of the show other than the amazing scenery was Linzi’s delicious food – 3 meals per day plus 5pm “Nibbles” (hint – bring loose clothing). Overall, this trip exceeded expectations and something we would definitely do again.
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We had a blast! 3 couples on a 50′ Sail Cat for 5 days in the lovely BVIs. Moorings did an outstanding job. Check-in and registration was quick and easy. Our boat was clean, in good working order and well equipped. We had a water heater start leaking on the trip and the Mooring chase crew was right there to fix it. We did our charter with a skipper and Captain Laura was amazing. Our previsions were spot on. We will do this again.
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I chartered a boat with crew for my 50th birthday celebration and it exceeded expectations. We had a BLAST. The captain had a great balance of being present and involved but also giving us our space. The food was spectacular. Fresh, delicious, different every meal. And the chef really paid attention to our preferences and all our allergies and restrictions, which was not easy I’m sure. Every meal was a celebration with gorgeous table decor and fantastic service. We honestly rarely left the boat b/c we were having so much fun. Everyone on the trip was already talking about doing this again b/c it was the best vacation we had ever taken together. HIGHLY recommend!
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We had a wonderful trip with friends in the BVI. Captain Richard was knowledgeable, helpful and meticulous. We had unusually high winds that week but he was able to adjust his sailing and moorings accordingly. He also prepared wonderful signature drinks to go along with our appetizers. Chef Shelly ( aka Birdie) worked tirelessly in the kitchen to prepare amazing meals and presented them beautifully. She also never missed a mooring ball and knew her way around the boat too.
I wouldn’t hesitate recommending this charter and crew for your BVI adventures.
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