LE REVE L620 ESSENCE

March 2026

Thank you Captain Dirk and Chef Sandy for an incredible stay aboard Le Reve, and for opening our eyes to the most incredible spots the BVI has to offer! The trip was everything we could've imagined and more. We see why you and all of your local friends "Treasure the BVI" and we wish you much success! - Tanya



Thank you for teaching me to e-foil, Captain Dirk, and thank you for the delicious food chef, Sandy mahi-mahi with potatoes was the best! - Ian



Thank you for a great trip. - Stew



Dirk and Sandy: incredible sail through the BVI. It was a pleasure to sail with you. Food was off the charts and experience unforgettable. Thank you!!! - Steve

February 2026

We honestly don’t know where to begin—only that this week aboard Le Rêve will live in our family stories forever.

After four incredible charters with you in New England, we weren’t sure how our first BVI experience could possibly top what we already knew and loved—but somehow, you made it entirely its own kind of magic.

Leading the American Yacht Club flotilla as flagship was something truly special. Traveling alongside 35 boats, with Libby and Rob at the helm of such an amazing group, felt like being part of something much bigger—yet every moment aboard still felt personal, thoughtful, and perfectly curated.

From taking over Pirate’s Bight to dancing the night away at Coco Maya’s white party, to sunsets at Saba Rock that didn’t feel real, every stop seemed to outdo the last. Anegada’s raw beauty and the charm of Little Harbour on Jost gave us that perfect mix of adventure and soul. And Oil Nut Bay—what an unforgettable treat. The spa day alone would have made the week, but somehow it was just one highlight among many.



Chef Sandy… there aren’t enough words. Every meal was extraordinary—restaurant quality, yet somehow even more special because it was shared together around the table. And the care you showed for baby Elsie melted all of us. Watching her light up, arms stretched wide with that huge smile every time Sandy approached, was something we’ll never forget. You didn’t just feed us—you took care of us.



Dirk, your ability to keep everything running seamlessly—while somehow still making time to craft the perfect cocktail, guide the fleet, and lead the fun—was incredible. The tandem eFoil moment between brother and sister will go down as one of the most talked-about highlights of the entire trip.

What makes this experience so unique is that it never feels like a “trip.” It feels like being welcomed into something. Into a rhythm, a place, a way of enjoying life that stays with you long after you leave.

Five charters in, and you still found ways to surprise us.

We came as guests, but once again, we leave feeling like family.

See you in Maine in August.

With full hearts and unforgettable memories,

The Alexanders

New Years 2025-26

Thank you, Captain Sandy and Captain Dirk for the incredible time on Le Reve! You were such exceptional hosts aboard Le Reve during our New Year's, 2025/6 holiday (and geopolitical Maduro/Venezuela/airspace restrictions) excursion! You created an experience we will be talking about for years. 



Captain Chef Sandy, your cooking was so tasty. You knocked it out of the park on our family favorites with the sous vide filet, the Key Lime pie and the mahi-mahi and of course, every morning the great breakfasts that gave us the energy to run the e-foil batteries out and knock out multiple dives.



Captain Dirk, you pushed us in all the right ways – wearing us out on foils and guiding us through 13 dives in a week for our first real diving since getting our basic certification in October. The unexpected accomplishment of earning our advanced open water certification under your calm, expert instruction was phenomenal, especially since we didn't want to go more than 30 feet deep when we arrived. To do night diving, wreck diving, swim throughs and caverns gave the kids and myself confidence we didn't know we had. Your knowledge of the BVI's hidden gems are invaluable.  Of course, Ellie will constantly be bragging about her 30 pound barracuda and I'm sure that will turn into a real fish story! Can't wait to come back! 

Tadd, Julie, Ethan and Elie

Thanksgiving 2025

Dirk and Sandy - 

Another incredible week on Le Reve!! We loved every minute, especially the scuba and delicious food (Turkey of the Sea!) Thank you for finalizing our scuba certification – and taking us on some incredible first dives! Sandy, every meal was a hit - and your incredible desserts! Such a special week with the family and we are  so grateful for the memories! Hope to do it again soon! Sincerely, Josephine and Bill Sinclair. (SCUBA mom).





Sandy and Dirk, thank you again for yet another wonderful trip with my son and family. It was just perfect. Sincerely, William.



Dear Sandy and Dirk, thank you so much for a great trip. I loved SCUBA diving, eating really really good food and being on the water. Thank you so much for a great trip. Elle

November 2025

Once again, words, hardly express how grateful we are that you opened your home and your floating paradise to us for another unforgettable week in the BVI. 

Some of our favorite memories from this trip include: 

•	Jeff finally learning how to e-foil thanks to Dirk's endless patience, steady, coaching and heroic willingness to watch him face plant a dozen times without laughing too hard! 

•	Dirk, officially becoming our chaperone, doesn't need to drive her and full-time photographer during our island-wide barhopping – keeping us alive hydrated, and mostly pointed towards the right dinghy 

•	Being introduced to the world famous big, black dick rum, which we will definitely regret when we get back home :-) 

•	All of Sandy's incredible meals. Five Star Sandy never misses - and the bonus of learning, some of her kitchen tricks along the way! Pretty sure we still couldn't come close, even if we tried!

•	The incredible surprise of the special table at Coco Maya in perfect view perfect food, perfect drinks, and one of the best nights of the trip! 



From the brilliant blue water morning to laughing like fools every night, you both continue to make this place feel like a second home. Thank you for everything we can't wait to come back again. 

Abby, Mike, Jess, Shane and Jeff.

August 2025

This has been the most amazing trip. Thank you so much for all your hard work, attention to detail, and it was amazing food looking forward to seeing you in the BVI, Fran and Andy.



Dirk and Sandy American Yacht Club, 2025 summer cruise...

 "Beaches and Bays" also took us up two Rivers, Fishers Island,  Block Island, 3 mile harbor, US Coast Guard academy, Essex. We had a wonderful week of wind and just one might night of bad weather thanks to hurricane Erin. The mighty Byte sailed fast and loved to be tucked in at night next to Le Reve. You both kept Rob, me, Andy, Bill, Fran and Tori, comfortable and well fed. What week all had! 

Thank you Libby A, American yacht club, Commodore.

March 2025

Dirk and Sandy thank you, thank you, thank you for such a wonderful experience. You guys are so amazing – the food, the experiences, the company. I will remember it forever. Memories for a lifetime. Dawn







To the best captains in the world… Thank you! For four years, we've met through FaceTime and paperwork and only now in person – thank you so much for always taking care of my family and now Chris and me. We loved every second of our week with you all and cannot believe the memories that were made. Forever grateful for you two. Thanks for being you and sharing the BVI with all of us. Erica.







Dear Sandy and Dirk – trip number five! How could we have an even more spectacular week with you?? New experiences! Whales, whales, and more whales, catching, tuna, attracting a hammerhead shark! Necker island tour with lemurs, kangaroos, flamingos, etc. and Lisa up on the e-foil! You've managed to top yourselves and I haven't even mentioned all of our fabulous meals and desserts! Sandy introduced me to my new favorite cookie they gochujang caramel cookie! Incredible :-)



Thank you both again, the fantastic company, amazing experiences and lasting memories until next time. Love, Lisa

February 2025

You two! The perfect captain/captain pair. What can you not do? I would go anywhere with you in complete confidence that I would be safe, spoiled, coddled, indulged (appropriately), well exercised and return home in one piece (albeit more of me returned than arrived). I value highly the art of hospitality and you have put in your 10,000 hours. Fair winds and following seas until we meet again, Margo and Frank, New Jersey and AZ desert.



Dirk and Sandy: an encore performance! Once again, we enjoyed our time under Dirk’s, steady hand and Sandy's creative one. Looking forward to seeing you in New England, this summer, Rick and Lynne.



Echo echo, my sailing companions. Sandy and Dirk, thank you for an amazing experience in the BVI a last-a-lifetime, memory and that you two created for us in your capable hands. Thank you again for outstanding competence on the seas. Sincerely Pam and Jay Brian

January 2025

Well guys, you did it AGAIN! A perfect week, this time with family. Thank you for blessing us all with your great care, attention to detail fantastic meals, knowledge and expertise. We cannot say enough. From the excellent accommodations to the breathtaking views and dives, we had the best time making incredible memories aboard Le Rêve.



Thank you for making Dayne’s 60th birthday the best ever! What fun we had celebrating Laurel’s 65th as well! Then -- THE SECRET -- You played that perfectly and I know you were probably dying to tell us but you played along and shared in our joy as Jackson and Sarah Kate finally made their announcement! Just wow, it's like you are part of the family now, guys! Thank you also for taking such good care of our divers. I know Addy and Dayne loved their time with Dirk exploring and I always know they are in good hands.  We hope to return again and welcome you to Atlanta or Lake O’Conee anytime. 



Many thanks and God's best to you and your family.

Anne and Dayne 



PS. We are all excited to tune in to Sandy's cooking shows to steal her recipes! Everything was first-rate delish! Thank you for pouring your heart into every dish.



Dear Dirk and Sandy,

 thank you for sharing your beautiful home! What a week of memories and fun. From the comfy beds to the amazing food and bartending, you've outdone yourselves in your level of hospitality, and as far as tour guides, your itinerary to take us to the most beautiful places was top-notch. I loved snorkeling after 10 years, trying to e-foil (Thanks Coach Dirk), and simply relaxing and watching the sails take us to the next breathtaking view. Bless you both and may you continue to share your love for this lifestyle with others, for as long as your hearts desires.

Laurel (Dayne's sister)



Dirk and Sandy, this truly has been a five-star experience. Your hospitality has been amazing and comparable to no other! Your attention to detail across every aspect of this trip did not go unnoticed. Not only that, but y'all had the big task to help shield, Jackson's and my secret, I had the best virgin cocktails aboard! Thank you Dirk! What a sweet story to come back to share with friends and family, and unveiling the truth! I can't wait to share the story with our baby one day. Hopefully y'all are not yet in retirement and we can take them. 

Sarah Kate and Jackson.

New Years 2024-25

Sandy and Dirk -  yes… it was beyond our expectations. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves… And my eldest granddaughter 12 years old, dove with her grandfather and father four times after just receiving her certificate in the in the open ocean. Marvelous!



Your local knowledge… The quality of your vessel and the terrific food all made for a wonderful trip. 



At my age, anything that I can do in conjunction with my son, his wife and two daughters is a treasure. Being on Le Rêve made the experience with them so much better. William Lane 



Sandy and Dirk, thank you for an incredible five days on board Le Rêve! Everything was so well planned, the meals, delicious and your incredible knowledge of the area made us trip perfect. The girls had an amazing time and we are so thankful to the two of you and making their first boat trip so memorable. Thank you! We hope to do it again soon! Josephine and Bill

Christmas 2024

Sandy and Dirk, this was truly the best boat charter we have ever had. Thank you so much for taking such good care of us bringing us to your favorite spots and for such lovely meals and a lovely Christmas! We hope to see you again soon! And of course we thank you for setting us up with our rescue puppy transport, Poppy! 



Greg, Debbie, Sophie and Anna

Thanksgiving 2024

Sandy and Dirk: our family enjoyed a very aspect of our amazing trip from sites water, sports food and of course copious amount of wine but the kind and hospitality topped at all! Hope to see you soon Brodie and Elizabeth  

9 November 2024

Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us this week. Everything was absolutely perfect: the diving, the food, especially the chocolate chip cookies, were beyond amazing. This is definitely the dream trip I had imagined. I can’t wait to see you again. Karin  



Dirk and Sandy, thank you very much for your hospitality this week. You have a beautiful boat and we were very comfortable. The food was amazing and beyond expectations. The dive sites were great and we appreciated the underwater tours. Thank you again, Tom  



Sandy and Dirk. Thank you so very much for a world-class week of sailing, diving and e-foiling. We couldn’t have asked for a better crew or accommodations. The week was stellar. Cory and Seeky

Aug 2024 - New England

Dear Dirk and Sandy, 







First of all thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. Le Rêve is just amazing! Getting to spend time together and relax has been so special. Each day being around the boys and hearing them laugh has just been so joyful. And I cannot remember a time when I got to just relax for long stretches and read. And the food! Each dish was better than the last. Sandy you outdid yourself and how you do it in a storm is beyond amazing. So thank you both from the bottom of our heart for a truly special trip. Warmly, Kate, Scott, Will, and Cullen.

13 - 20 July - New England Charter

Dirk and Sandy, thank you can’t begin to express the gratitude of 4 girls on a spree.! Fifty plus years of friendship. Chasing dreams. Dreams to do come true! We will all remember this voyage for the rest of our lives. The highlights: the whales! The FOOD!  The delicious and scrumptious meals. The boat! So comfortable here. perfecting getting on and off the tender! In a week you are now forever friends. Debbie, Pam, Dara, and Susan.

12 - 19 May 2024

Dirk and Sandy wow, we cannot thank you enough for your amazing hospitality aboard Le Rêve! We have truly been living the dream this past week. We have loved every decadent meal, stunning golden hour, endless water, sports, and island hopping! Thank you also for the fantastic cocktails and attention to every detail on the vacation of a lifetime! We will be dreaming of this for years to come. Love, the Greenwoods 



Thank you so much for an amazing castaway getaway in paradise. Le Rêve and you both will always have a fun place in our hearts, Dalton and Sarah. 



This was the trip of a lifetime! Truly was the most incredible entertainment at such a relaxed pace. The foil, the snorkeling and the food! Not to mention great company. Thank you for everything Parker 

February 2024

Dirk & Sandy,



We had wonderful trip thanks to your hospitality and skills. We did get the owners cabin, but that was not the key ingredient. It was delicious food and great wines and actually standing up on the e-foil.

You two are a beautiful couple. The magic ingredient to the most perfect vacation. Thank you for your “can-do” attitude. We hope to see you next in Nantucket!



Sandy was a superb chef, all meals were tasty and well presented. The yacht was very clean and comfortable. Dirk and Sandy were very friendly and  professional. We had an excellent time aboard 

Le Reve.



XO- The Andlinger's





Sandy & Dirk-



Thank you for the extra ordinary hospitality and skill operation of Le Reve. Your boat is a beauty and was the perfect vessel to explore the Virgin Islands! Thank you for the recommendations of the various ports of call and snorkeling/scuba/hiking sites. You both are worth your weight and gold, and were especially invaluable with charming personalities. Gourmet food and waters sports you made the trip to the VI unforgettable and we can’t wait to return aboard Le Reve!! Come see us in Chappy!



-Pam & Jay Bryan



I’ve had to put down my champagne glass to write a few words of thanks and admiration for the high-level of hospitality and skill you gifted us with this week. Mastered Yes, Captain! Yes, Chef! As answers to “ would you like another…?” Want to e-foil/scuba/beach snorkel? I’m satisfied and simply & totally relaxed. You haven’t seen the last of me and Frank, who promises to remove his earbuds at some point!



Come visit us in Chappy!



-Margo & Frank Walter

February 2024

The food was very good.  I was particularly impressed with her ability to navigate our situation which included 1 vegetarian, 2 lactose intolerant, and 1 committed carnivore.  All the meals prepared had something that made everyone happy and I’m sure it wasn’t easy to construct a menu within those constraints for 3 meals a day.



We had poor weather for half the trip but our Captain made sure we had safe harbor and as smooth a ride as possible under the conditions.  We also found things to do (the hydrofoil, scuba diving) where the lack of sunshine didn’t matter too much.  They also extend our trip by a half day so that once we did have sun we could take the gang to the Soggy Dollar Bar.  That was very much appreciated by me and the team.



The boat was great - good size for the 6 of us with plenty of space to gather together while also plenty of outside space if someone wanted to be off by themself reading.



Dirk and Sandy overall were very delightful and we enjoyed getting to know them.  Dirk was a master cocktail maker and as noted above Sandy kept us all happily fed.



We would certainly book with them again if we do this trip in the future.



Thanks,

Tom Marriott

April 23 - April 27, 2023

Wow, oh wow, what a spectacular journey we have had a board Le rêve. From the moment we stepped on board in the pouring rain, then the skies cleared and the wonderful good times sailed on in. The food, the wine, the wonderful care and attention you put into every detail and thoughtful efforts made each minute on the boat a dream. Thank you for the special memories we will always cherish. Happiest days!  Gretchen and Jos, Wendy and Jon, James and Katharine

March 28, 2023

Dear Captain/Doctor Dirk and Chef extraordinaire Sandy – seven days has always gone by far too quickly in the past so we found the perfect solution in chartering for 10 days! How fortunate are we?! We loved every single moment of our of our amazing adventure! Thanks so much for yet another unforgettable trip! The food the diving and other activities were fantastic!  See you again next year.

March 12, 2023

"John B.! John B! John B.!"   (this is a reference to Le Rêve starring in the hit series Outer Banks.)



We had such a great last sailing with you guys! Tethered swims, floating in the water chairs, and of course the infamous Dirk rescue mission to save the fallen beer and coozie! We knew Dirk was the man for the mission - it was like watching a member of seal team six spring into action as Dirk dove from the boat with precise and determined focus. surfacing minutes later successful - fulfilling the mission objective. 



Sandy, broken foot and all, danced around the galley preparing beautiful and delicious meals for us to enjoy – not the run of the mill fare but tastes and aromas that made each meal and experience we thoroughly enjoyed. Then there were the appetizers on the flybridge completely twinkling stars and a beautiful full moon… We could go on (to quote "Steve Perry from the band Journey) and on and on and on! Thanks for an amazing week you guys are the best keep sailing Le Rêve!  Love, The “Kids”

Feb 20 - 23, 2023

Dear Sandy and Dirk, what an incredible once in a lifetime experience! I said years ago for my 40th I dreamed of going on a boat with dear friends. You made my dream come true and beyond! I'll never forget getting my piña colada served my ocean seat and my wine at sunset in the water watching stars come out, or tubing to Saba rock!  So much laughter! And relaxation and beauty! And you both bring such a sense of calm and ease to everything.  The food is SENSATIONAL, gorgeous, delicious and nutritious! Such a glorious time and a dream come true. Thanks for being our new friends and opening this new world to us! We will see you again! Jenny and Katie, Jesse and Michael, Shilpi and Bryan

January 28, 2023

It's hard to express how wonderful you have made this past week. You welcomed us into your home and treated us like favorite family members! We are so thankful for your fun spirit, attention to detail and outstanding knowledge of all things BVI! Your recommendations were spot on and we appreciated your flexibility. You are definitely people people and your love of the sea shines through you both. We wish you so much success with all of your endeavors and we sincerely hope that our paths cross again. Pam, Don, Mary, Kirk, Allison and Hoby

January 2022 - Broker provided survey

How did you find your crew?  Were they friendly, knowledgeable, attentive and accommodating? 

Dirk and Sandy were one of a kind.  They were amazing hosts and we have even been communicating with them since we've returned. We absolutely love them.  They were fantastic in every sense of the word, and we could not have asked for a better crew;   Kind, knowledgeable, fun, experienced, and simply great to be around.

 

Was the yacht comfortable, clean and well ventilated? What was your favorite aspect of the yacht?  

Le Reve was pristine and spacious.  We loved all the different areas to “hang out.”  Additionally, we certainly appreciated the freshwater maker, scuba locker with tank refilling capabilities, air conditioning, tender, shower on the stern, and ensuite bathrooms. The beds were more comfortable than home!  She was a beauty.

 

Was the food enjoyable and well presented? Did the chef customize the menu to your preferences? 

Every meal was out of this world.  Sandy is an outstanding Chef! We met prior and she customized the menu based on our conversations.  Scale of 1-10, we’d give her a 12!  She was even willing to share her recipes.  It’s clear she loves what she does and it’s even more clear that she’s a rock star at it!  It’s also worth noting that not only was Dirk a great captain, but he also whipped up some amazing cocktails for us (we are still craving them stateside).  Additionally, he was one heck of a lobster hunter and experienced Dive master.

 

Did you enjoy the itinerary and the area you sailed?  

Winds were light so we didn’t get to go under sail much, but moreover, we were extremely happy to have the calmer waters.  It was a great balance of water activities and relaxing.  We loved all our destinations and candidly wish we were there now!

January 5, 2023

We celebrated a week with family and friends in a charter over New Year's. It will be a time we will never forget. Our experience aboard Le Rêve was awesome.. Captain Dirk and Chef Katy (who filled in for Chef Sandy since she was filming her cooking show in New York) were fantastic they took us to save a rock for New Year's Eve, foil boarding, cave exploring, epic snorkeling, serene sales on the blue water side of Cooper, Norman and five star meals we can go on… Thank you for everything! - The Kirkuk and Piceu Families