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Boat Tour options
#31021
12/29/2014 03:27 PM
12/29/2014 03:27 PM
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Posts: 680 Burlington, Ontario, Canada
JohnandBev
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Hi, looking for info on boat tours. We have taken the Celine in the past, very happy with Captain Neil and the Celine experience, but unfortunately no more Celine – very sad. I have tried to contact Neil, but no response, so guessing no tours at this time. Looking for input into other choices, either sail or power is ok, a head is required! Pat had mentioned Quality Time – the ECO tour on her trip report [Pat, it’s called the Eco tour as they go the French Nature Preserve] Any other reco’s, things we liked about the Celine were the lunch, not very crowded, nice crew Thanks J&B
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Re: Boat Tour options
[Re: JohnandBev]
#31022
12/29/2014 03:39 PM
12/29/2014 03:39 PM
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Posts: 14,654 Brookfield, CT.
pat
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If you haven't already done the Eco Tour on Quality Time, I would highly recommend it.
We thoroughly enjoyed our day, but besides that, it meets all of your specifications as you've noted them. The crew was great, unobtrusive but ever vigilant and aware of the guests needs as they arose. They moderated the trip to the degree they pointed out the various locations of interest but they didn't ramble on to the point of boredom setting in. I'm pretty sure we will do this trip again.
And thanks for explaining the name - now I get it! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/duh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/duh.gif" alt="" />
The other day sail I wouldn't hesitate to recommend is the Passaat out of Simpson Bay. It's an older and beautifully maintained schooner. Owner operated as a day sail worth doing. We've also done their sunset sail which we also thoroughly enjoyed. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />
At least, I think it's called a schooner........but it is definitely a beautiful boat with another great and caring crew.
Last edited by pat; 12/29/2014 03:44 PM.
Respectfully,
pat
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Re: Boat Tour options
[Re: kellyc]
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12/31/2014 02:29 PM
12/31/2014 02:29 PM
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kellyc said: I highly recommend Souiliga Tours for a great day of snorkeling and boating. Captain Bob and his son Brett are super people and work VERY hard to make sure everyone is enjoying the day. Lunch is provided ( at Enolds in Grand Case if I remember correctly). I really liked that he took the time to chat with everyone on board, learned everyone's name, and checked in often to see that everyone was comfortable and happy. I started to recommend the Soualiga tour with Captains Bob and/or Brett but I backed away because they're personal friends and we haven't actually done their trip. That said, before we came to know them, we were watching Bob one morning while enjoying our breakfasts at Chesterfields as he was prepping one of the other boats he used to handle and we were very impressed with the way he prepared the boat and his various clients as they arrived. Over a lot of years we've done a lot of different trips and you could tell his was a labor of love rather than just a job to be done. Since they've gotten their own boat I asked for an honest opinion regarding whether theirs might be a trip we'd enjoy and after asking some questions regarding our preferences, they recommended something other than a power boat trip for us. I can only offer my personal respect for their integrity and I'm sure theirs would be an awesome snorkel trip if that's what the OP is after. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />
Respectfully,
pat
"Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat them."
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Re: Boat Tour options
[Re: candu]
#31030
12/31/2014 03:02 PM
12/31/2014 03:02 PM
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I'm so sorry to hear that.
The day we went out with them they were totally professional in appearance and demeanor. The Dutch mate actually swam into Calmos after hearing one of the ladies on board had left her hat there, and when DH's favorite JB Air Mangoes bb cap blew into the water, they slowed the boat and the young assistant to the mate gaffed it and fished it out if the water for him.
I'm really sorry you didn't enjoy the day though I have no idea why they wouldn't have let you off the boat to swim ashore at Simpson Bay if that's what you wanted to do? Rules, perhaps? I guess the moral of the story is don't go out on a boat-trip on a rough day with Russian bimbos aboard if you can avoid it. But I really am sorry you didn't have as nice a day as we experienced. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />
Respectfully,
pat
"Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat them."
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Re: Boat Tour options
[Re: pat]
#31032
12/31/2014 03:50 PM
12/31/2014 03:50 PM
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pat said: I'm so sorry to hear that.
The day we went out with them they were totally professional in appearance and demeanor. The Dutch mate actually swam into Calmos after hearing one of the ladies on board had left her hat there, and when DH's favorite JB Air Mangoes bb cap blew into the water, they slowed the boat and the young assistant to the mate gaffed it and fished it out if the water for him.
I'm really sorry you didn't enjoy the day though I have no idea why they wouldn't have let you off the boat to swim ashore at Simpson Bay if that's what you wanted to do? Rules, perhaps? I guess the moral of the story is don't go out on a boat-trip on a rough day with Russian bimbos aboard if you can avoid it. But I really am sorry you didn't have as nice a day as we experienced. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> I almost fell off my chair! It just goes to show everyone has a different experience, Russian bimbos! Well, my son wears low-cut French swim trunks, his mate wears tiny bikinis, there are some days that are rougher than others, it may not be a good option for some people. And yes, we have had a few bimbos on board, we are open minded & we do not discriminate. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" /> Lyn
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Re: Boat Tour options
[Re: Lreserve]
#31033
12/31/2014 04:09 PM
12/31/2014 04:09 PM
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I knew there was a reason - at least one? - that I love you guys!! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/jester.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/jester.gif" alt="" />
Respectfully,
pat
"Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat them."
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Re: Boat Tour options
[Re: candu]
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12/31/2014 09:50 PM
12/31/2014 09:50 PM
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Posts: 14,654 Brookfield, CT.
pat
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Candu,
TY......
I always feel bad when I make a recommendation and it falls short of my sentiments in someone els's experience.
Like you, we've done a lot of boats throughout our many trips though not the Celine or the Lord Sheffield, but over the years we did the Random Wind, the Marinaut, the original Bluebeard, Rubiyat and Swaliga and recently the Passaat and most recently, this one and one pure booze cruise boat whose name escapes me.
I don't think we ever experienced anything quite like your Russian bimbos but reading your last comments, I think I'm getting why you didn't enjoy the day. Too bad because DH and I both considered this trip, along with the Random Wind a few owners back and the current day Passaat to be about the best three we've done in St. Maarten.
I would definitely book the Passaat in advance of your next visit as it truly is a great sail, much as I wonder if I should say that given my track record with recos to you. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/jester.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/jester.gif" alt="" />
Respectfully,
pat
"Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat them."
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