All went extremely well and exceeded all of our expectations!! Kristi was the best - responsive, patient and helpful with booking and planning. Julle and Anna were absolutely wonderful - we felt safe the whole time with Julle and Anna’s food was absolutely incredible. The whole family loved it, all details were cared for (and then some). I will be sharing this incredible trip with all of my friends and family!!!

We booked our trip through Charter Smarter, with Kristi Marquart helping us every step of the way. She listened to what we were looking for and provided us with a list of boats that would meet our needs. Once we narrowed that list down, she provided us with the additional information we needed to get our trip booked. She was patient and very responsive. She also provided us with guidance on hotels, ferries etc. We highly recommend!

Krissy

Really enjoyed working with Emily during our booking process. As a first timer I had a lot of questions and she took care of them all!! Thank you Emily!

Jessica

Very simple process and the best vacation! We'll be using Charter Smarter for our next yacht charter, for sure!

Mackenzie

Our experience booking our charter through CharterSmarter has been great. Kristi Marquart has provided excellent customer service throughout the process, being patient, responsive & very knowledgeable when answering any of our questions and providing any information or help we needed along the way. Thanks Kristi!

Dave

Kristi, our charter Yacht specialist, was great to work with and answered all of our questions.

Pamela

There are few places quite like the BVI to feast your eyes on turquoise waters and marvelous snorkeling. Emily at Charter Smarter was super efficient and responsive throughout the booking process and checked in during our trip. The captain and chef were very accommodating for guests' activity interests and dietary wishes in spite of somewhat limited grocery items available in the islands. Both were very safety conscious and kept close watch on us.

Jennifer

Our family and friends just returned from one of the best vacations we’ve ever had, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the incredible experience. From the start, Kristi made the planning process seamless—she was incredibly helpful, responsive, and attentive to every detail.
Once onboard, our crew, Mitch and Emma, exceeded all expectations. Not only were they highly professional and experienced, but their insider knowledge of the best destinations and ideal timing made our journey even more special. Emma’s gourmet meals were absolutely outstanding, adding a five-star dining experience to our adventure. Beyond that, they went above and beyond by assisting with taxi arrangements and recommending fantastic restaurants for the few meals we enjoyed off the boat.

This trip was truly unforgettable, and we deeply appreciate everything that was done to make it so memorable. If you’re considering a boat charter, we highly recommend Kristi and this exceptional crew—you won’t be disappointed!

Rob

Paul and Lexy were the perfect skipper-chef duo! So easy to be with, so natural, so pleasant, so capable, and so helpful at all the right times. They created a great vibe and itinerary for us to unwind, explore, and relax as a couple.

The food was terrific, the boat was modern, cool, always clean, and felt luxurious. And while we loved the snorkeling, hikes, and beaches, too - in the end I think what I appreciated the most was how easy it was just to be. The only decision we needed to make: which part of the boat to relax on when reading or catching sun. Such a wonderful time - I’d do this again in a heartbeat!

Colleen & Randy

Our recent trip in the Virgin Islands was amazing. Emily at Charter Smarter was so helpful. She responded quickly and helped us organize our entire vacation in no time.

Sean and Julia on Shangri La were the best! Extremely knowledgeable and they genuinely wanted us to enjoy every minute. The food all week was excellent. Julia was very accommodating with a selective eater in our bunch. Sean was great with our kids. Very patient and never tired of the endless questions. Loved all his drone footage too.

We can't wait to book another trip with them.

Kate

We searched several companies to find the best fit for our families to charter in the Bahamas and decided to use Kristi with Charter Smarter. We all have been very pleased with her attention to detail in finding us the best boat at the best price. She was always available to us during the crucial last minute decision-making process and her transparency and experience in the industry was invaluable. We (two families) highly recommend her and Charter Smarter!

Richard

We had the absolute best vacation and booking experience with Whiskey Business booked via Charter Smarter. We loved everything about our trip. We found it to be perfectly sized for our family of 4 and had every amenity we could want.

The crew were perfection! We consider them friends now, and definitely felt they heard our requests and managed to meet all of them. We got to see so much of the islands, but also had adequate time to relax and enjoy the scenery. It was a great mix of changing scenery without feeling nonstop!

Danielle with Charter Smarter definitely advised us well and made all the logistics of booking a charter a breeze!

Whitney

I highly recommend working with Kristi at Charter Smarter for booking your charter. Kristi went above and beyond and made booking a wonderful experience. She was very patient throughout the booking process while my charter guests and I ironed out details for booking. She answered multiple questions and offered several different options. She also made suggestions based on information I provided and offered feedback.

Kristi even provided a list of hotels, restaurants and tips for the area surrounding the yacht club/marina where my guests and I will be boarding our charter.

Thank you Kristi for such a wonderful, friendly experience and for your professionalism. 😊

Gray

Booked through Jill Bailey. We were newbies who were sent her way. She helped us through all the steps of the process, answered our dumb questions, listened to what we were looking for, and gave us excellent advice. She always responded promptly and helped us navigate the process. She ended up pairing us with a perfect boat/crew, which helped us have the trip of a lifetime. Would certainly recommend and would book with them again.

John

The booking process was smooth and everything happened as promised.

Eric