Groovy

7th April, 2026

Thank you for everything. This sailing adventure has been a blast and we've enjoyed every minute of the trip. It has been so fun with exploring all the islands and making new friends. Monika's cooking is amazing and she should be a private chef! Thank you to Steve for all his great sailing tips - it has helped so much. Sean, Fladh, Caroline and Eamo. 



Another note from guests:

Thank you for hosting us this week and being so welcoming to us and the kids. Steve the sailing tips were fantastic and we are so much more confident and independent now. Thank you Monika for keeping us so well fed and the boat so organized - it doesnt happen by magic!

1st Feb, 2026

The Groovy crew were our best sailing adventure yet! 

Thank you for making it the trip of a lifetime for us. The food and meals were amazing as well as the sailing and anchor spots from Steve. After 15 years, getting back to the Grenadines with our friends couldn't have been better. Steve, Debby, Leslie and Tim.

21st Jan, 2026

Monika and Steve - what a wonderful way to celebrate my retirement. A terrific voyage. We enjoyed Steve's stories, expert navigation on both your parts and Monika's meals were top notch. Thank you for arranging a lobster BBQ and all the other shoreside meals. Michele and Chris.

14th Jan, 2026

Thank you for sharing the beautiful Grenadines with us. We had a wonderful time (snorkeling was our favourite). We enjoyed Monika's DELICIOUS cooking and Steve's knowledge and humour along the way. Janet and Peter

13th Jan, 2026

Confidently, we can say that it would have been impossible to find anyone better to guide and sail with us. Steve and Monika, you made this trip unforgettable. Steve your boating skills and easy-going attitude made us feel comfortable the entire way. Monika, you had us looking forward to every meal I think Shakshuka is going to be very common at our house when we get home. Thank you for hosting us. The Guilboard Family

2nd Jan, 2026

What a wonderful and relaxing way for our family to bring in the new year! From snorkeling and sailing to lots (and lots) of book reading, dancing in the new year and Salt Whistle Bay, and the heavenly extra day in Tobago Cays, we loved the food, the conversation, the easy-going comfort of life on Groovy.



Thank you for tolerating Desi's taste in music, Henry's politics and Lee Anne's garlic allergy! All with good grace, humor and good cocktails! Desi, Henry, Beatrice and Chris.

15th Dec, 2025

Monika and Steve are so warm and welcoming. Their knowledge and skills to change tack due to high win and weather made it so we didn't miss a beat. 

Monika you are a culinary master! Everything was delicious and well plated. BUT the piece de resistance - the Italian made coffee!! Simply a treat in the morning :)

Steve, you're a solid captain but we equally enjoyed conversation with you. We were all pleased for you to join us at meals.



Thanks again for everything. Your operation is 'tip top'. We also very much appreciate that you are caring for the island's animals. Great work:)

The Tingley family.

April 16th 2025

It's hard to put into words how wonderful the trip was. This was exactly what our family needed. I don't know how you are able to find the perfect balance between travel companions, hosts and being invisible. The places we went, the things we did, and the food (oh my god the food!) will be stories for us for years to come. Thank you so much for one of the best weeks our family has ever had. 

Clear skies and fair winds! Sarah, Darrin, Millan & Madelyn

April 17 2025

What an unbelievable and out of the ordinary experience from one motley crew to another! The sailing, the vessel, the ❤️ food, the warmth, the laughs, the shared stories, the music and jams will be treasured memories for us all. A thousand thanks and praises. How totally amazing. Upwards and onwards. -Ashleigh

See you around the next campfire soon!! - Scott

Cheers to you Monika and Steve for providing a wonderful experience for our crew, I hope our paths cross again in the near future. All the best -Kurt

01-01-2025- What a week!

What a week and even more what a TREAT! Accommodating us 7 (5 kids- 2 adults) you made our stay seamless. We truly appreciate coordinating with our St. Lucian Friends, the amazing meals, the late night dinghy rides and living us with Steve's guitar tunes. We also learned a bit of boating life lessons:-). We have made memories together this past week and will take home tales to tell for years to come- With much appreciation 

24-01-2025-Thank you!

Thank you for a wonderful week full of great food! Great conversation and beautiful scenery. Truly appreciate your hospitality and letting us stay on your home with you. Jane and Dick



Dear Steve and Monika Thank you for a fantastic time exploring your tropical paradise!!Appreciate you sharing your home, stories and fabulous cooking talent with us! May the season be a good one for you! Sincerely Steve and Lisa



Dear Steve and Monika thank you for a wonderful week in the islands. The sailing and the island stops were always an adventure. We enjoyed snorkeling, discovering new places and your guidance of things to do ashore. Monica's meals were delicious. The variety and Polish dishes were a treat.I don't think I have eaten this much food, so you know it was good. We wish you safe sailing and travels. Mary Lou and John

6th Jan, 2026

Thank you for the perfect voyage. Our return to the Grenadines after 29 years was as wonderful as we had hoped. Michel.



This was just the respite we needed from our busy lives and the cold! Beautiful sailing, beautiful waters, amazing beaches, and lobster that was amazing! Orion and Jonah

25-12-2024 - Xmas onboard Groovy

Thanks for an amazing Christmas on board Groovy. We loved everything about the trip. The beautiful morning locations, peaceful sailing, swimming with turtles on Christmas Eve!! Monika, your meals were all amazing and we leave you very well fed. Steve, thank you for letting me fall in and out of the dingy-I blame the rum punch. It's been a perfect week. Luisa, Richard, Katherine, Louis, from Bristol UK

15-12-2024 Fantastic Trip

Thanks a mill for a brilliant trip -  fantastic food and great snorkeling-could not ask for more. I will remember it for a very long time. Thanks again! Liz

Smooth crossings, blue-blue skies and seas! Fantastic food and good chat. Thank you so much for making it a memorable holiday. Mike

27-11-2024

I want a life like this! Olive 9yo

25 March 2024

Thank you - we had a trip of a lifetime! You guys are amazing!

26th Feb 2024

Guys! What an amazing trip we had with you. Thank you for sharing your home with us and your favourite grenadine experiences. We had a wonderful time. 



Thank you for the unbelievable trip. Always something I wanted to do! Awesome food and drink, not to mention the killer boat! Trip of a lifetime.

Jan 3rd 2024

Wow. We had a glorious week aboard Groovy. The weather. the snorkelling, the islands, lobster .. each day topped the last. Monika and Steve took amazing care of us. The food was delicious and the sailing perfection - not to mention Steve - Os story telling and guided hikes. What a beautiful part of the world. We loved our week onboard Groovy. 



We also loved a reason to introduce our kids to AC/DC and MEN@WORK. Thank you so much! This was so much fun.

27th Dec 2023

Thank you so much for a wonderful week on the boat. We are so luck to have spent Christmas with such a wonderful team/couple. Not only was this week filled with amazing sails, sea creatures, meals and COCKTAILS, but also warmth (not just from the sun) and care that truly made this trip the best. We cannot think of a better time / way /adventure to have had together. 

13th Dec 2023

The most gracious hosts! Staying on the Groovy has been so much fun and relaxing. Steve has taught us a lot about the islands we visited and Monika, your cooking is divine! This vacation was more than i could have ever imagined and i am certain that you two are why it has been so lovely.

Dec 4th 2023

Thanks so much. All our meals were exceptional. Steve - we are not convinced that fish like yellow squid! 

Both of you made this trip a family trip to remember forever. 

25th Nov 2023

Thank you for a fabulous week sailing in the grenadines! Its been a long autumn in Denver and a week away was just what the doctor ordered. Just the right mix of Monika's wonderful meals and some time ashore too. I am pretty sure the girls will remember the wakeboarding more than anything! Thans for your patience in getting them up and going. 

20th May 2023

Skipper:	5/5

Comments	Steve was professional, knowledgeable and friendly at all times.



Rest of the crew:	5/5

Comments	Monika, like Steve, was always professional, knowledgeable and welcoming.



How would you qualify the yacht (comfort, features, general maintenance, etc)	5/5

Comments	Groovy is a lovely comfortable yacht. Whilst we were on board there were no maintenance issues that we were aware of



How would you qualify the itinerary	5/5

Comments	Whilst all of our group had visited the Grenadines before, Steve and Monika’s ideas for the itinerary were really spot on. It allowed us to see more of the true Grenadines and plenty of superb swimming/snorkeling opportunities.



How would you qualify the sports and leisure activities/equipment on board	5/5

Comments	Snorkelling gear used was in good order. And Priscilla the pink flamingo fulfilled her role admirably (if you know, you know 😉).



How would you qualify the food and drinks	5/5

Comments	There are no words that can do justice to Monika’s food. Variety, quality, taste without equal. Both Monika and Steve mixed a good cocktail 😀

	

How would you qualify the entire experience of your trip	5/5

Comments	We have been made to feel very special by everyone we dealt with during this vacation from the day we started planning through to the moment we left Monika and Steve waving us off as we drove away in our taxi at the end of our cruise.

	

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I can honestly say that our experience throughout has been excellent. Mariela, Monika and Steve (not forgetting Groovy) ALL made us feel looked after, very spoiled and special. Everyone and everything exceeded expectations. Our special celebration was just that, special. Thank you all.

April 26th 2023

You two are a great team. We enjoyed our time onboard Groovy so much. It was a bucket list for Karen and a life experience for me which I will seek out again. The snorkelling, learning about sailing and being reprimanded in the fridge were my highlights :) Thank you so much. 

April 16th - Spectacular Trip

Thank you for a spectacular trip! Our family had an amazing tmie and wonderful adventure. The most spectacular coral, beautiful fish, cuddly dogs, delicious food, the occasional rum shack and an exploding 'Noddy'! Many thanks. 



Thank you for such an amazing trip! We loved the food (your bread!!) and of course the cutest dogs, Red Dog! And ofr making my B-day great! Thanks!



Thanks for taking us on an amazing adventure. The kids will remember this long after their sunburns have faded!