LIVIN

Most Magical Vacation!

Dear Emil & Sophie,



This was sincerely a trip of a lifetime! Thank you for sharing your home with us & giving us the most magical vacation.

We had no idea what to expect - but you made it EPIC!

Your parents should be so proud of you and the special life you have created together.

We will forever keep these memories close to our hearts.



Wishing you lots of love & success on your adventures.

Hope all your days are filled with happy times & sunny skies.

No thank you could ever be enough.

Hope we meet again!



XO Kat, Alan, Ava & Jesse 

Unforgettable Memories

Thank you for making this a trip to remember filled with unforgettable memories & amazing food ♥

xo Ava & Jesse

Broker Review

Your overall star rating?: 5



How would you describe your yacht? Was the yacht comfortable and clean? Well ventilated? Sufficient Shade? Sufficient Space to relax?

It was perfect!! Options for sun, shade, reading, chilling and great spaces to enjoy the sailing!!



How would you describe your crew? Were they courteous? Helpful? Friendly? Attentive? Knowledgeable? Accompanied you on your activities/land excursions? Wore uniforms and acted professionally?: 

Crew was phenomenal!! Warm, friendly, helpful, engaging and professional. We would love to take another trip with Emil and Sophie!



Was the food great and well presented? Did the menus meet your expectations? Did your crew pay attention to your preference sheets?: 

Food was amazing! Beyond our expectations! The menu aligned with the input we provided before the trip.



How did you find the pace and the itinerary of your charter?

Great balance of activities and time to relax.



Additional comments about the yacht and the crew?: 

Emil and Sophie thought of everything. We were spoiled all week long.



Was it easy to travel to and from your yacht?: 

Yes



Did you like the area you chartered in?: 

Yes



In the future, would you consider : Charter again, Book the same Yacht again, Follow the crew onto another yacht, Sail a different destination

Any additional thoughts about your charter experience?: 



Absolutely fantastic adventure! We have done bareboat in the past. Having a talented crew handling the boat and meals allowed us to truly enjoy every minute with our friends soaking in the BVI experience. 



Thank You!

You Are The Best!

Uno Champ



Dearest Emil & Sophie,



You guys are the BEST!!



Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

We are so grateful for the memories we have made on this trip. From the moment we met to our final hours on the boat, we have felt your warmth, love and passion for life on the sea.



Emil, you are a MASTER captain. We are so impressed by your skills, knowledge and love of sailing. You know you’re the best when everyone in the area on Anegada cannot believe their eyes when you pop open the sails before leaving the bay. Wow!



Sophie, I often say, “Food is love,” and boy, you take this to a whole new level. Every single meal was incredible and your friendliness and sense of humor were so appreciated (especially as parents of a 9-year-old!). Thank you for being so kind and patient with Evie.



First lost tooth on Livin!!!

We Cant Thank You Enought!

Sophie & Emil



To say this was once in a lifetime experience isn’t quite accurate because we can’t wait to come back. In every facet of this adventure you have exceeded our expectations!



Sophie, the care you take & the love you put into each & every dish is truly unbelievable. You aren’t just serving us food, you are providing us an experience each & every time. How each meal could get better than the next is truly remarkable. Michelin stars be damned—you’d earn 5!



Emil, you are the GOAT (greatest of all time!)! Your sailing skills are truly remarkable and not only provide all of us confidence but provide the thrill of the sail. You know all the “insider” tips - from the hikes, to the best snorkeling places, to the history of the islands, and you can make a track run memorable for the birthday boy!



To you both, we are so impressed with your relationship, your communication skills, your witty & wonderful sense of humor. We’ve fallen in love with you both. I hope our paths cross again. We can’t thank you enough for an amazing week!



XOXO, 

Scott & Kimi

Tom & Kelley



P.S. There is no detail that goes unnoticed. The beds made daily, the fresh towels midweek, the water on the hikes, always a helping hand!



P.S.S. The wonderful and thoughtful birthday cake made the day (3/23) so special!! TY!

Beautiful Family Memories!

Emil & Sophie 



Wow! What an experience. You two have been absolutely amazing! Thank you for your hospitality and for helping us create beautiful family memories that will stay with us for a lifetime.



The adventures and sailing were amazing… from the beautiful locations to the fun hikes… to the Baths, snorkeling & water sports & much more! Oh… and the unforgettable Moke experience (Ha!);)



Thanks to Emil for guiding us through.



Sophie – thank you for your warm reception & hospitality. The food was incredible at each & every meal. Plated to perfection & absolutely delicious, & even catered to our individual preferences. The meals exceeded our expectations every single time.



Thanks for a wonderful experience and for taking great care of us. You both juggle many roles & do it gracefully. It was great to get to know you both. I wish you the best!



Happy Days “y’all”!

John, Lori, Connor, & Austin

Broker Review

Your overall star rating?: 

5



How would you describe your yacht? Was the yacht comfortable and clean? Well ventilated? Sufficient Shade? Sufficient Space to relax?

Great.



How would you describe your crew? Were they courteous? Helpful? Friendly? Attentive? Knowledgeable? Accompanied you on your activities/land excursions? Wore uniforms and acted professionally?: 

Emil and Sophie were very hospitable.



Was the food great and well presented? Did the menus meet your expectations? Did your crew pay attention to your preference sheets?: Sophie made delicious meals and her plate presentation was beautiful. How did you find the pace and the itinerary of your charter?

Very good.



Additional comments about the yacht and the crew?: 

I suggest that at the very beginning you go over the weeks itinerary to see if the customers want to make any changes and to ask again as the week goes on.



Was it easy to travel to and from your yacht?: 

Yes

Did you like the area you chartered in?: 

Yes



In the future, would you consider : Book the same Yacht again, Follow the crew onto another yacht, Sail a different destination. Any additional thoughts about your charter experience?: 

Can’t say enough good things about Emil and Sophie. This was our 4th charter and by far the best.

8 Charter Trips Later

My first BVI sail trip was at age 34 with my 2 kids and my dad (Deeves). Now about 8 trips later at age 72 I have experienced a good amount of crews & vessels.



This was a wonderful trip. Emil is top notch at navigation. Our sail to Anegada was easy. Sophie and Emil are perfect sailing hosts. 

The boat was kept immaculate. Great meals. Very knowledgeable of the islands, friendly and willing to please us with any request.



Most likely in about four years I will need "some BVI and would gladly join Livin and this crew.



Patty Balke

Loved My Time

I could not have asked for more nor wanted for more than what Sophie & Emil provided for us. 



Pleasant, charming & interesting young couple. I cannot say there was a meal that I did not appreciate - loved every meal. They were with fresh ingredients, creative display - always a surprise to look forward to. 

Loved my time on this trip and it was much because of their being there.



Linda W.

Crew Were Terrific

Emil and Sophie were terrific, helpful, skillful, and answered all inquiries. 

Always polite and considerate. They answered all our inquiries and more than willing to accommodate all our inquiries and concerns. 

Held in High Regard

Everything went smoothly. 

Very skillful captain, unobtrusive and accommodating. 

Always willing to meet our desires and give us information that we were unaware of. 

Both Emil and Sophie are valuable assets as they should be held in high regard. 

Very happy with this wonderful crew.

Crew Were Fantastic!

Emileand Sophie 

Both captain + captainess were fantastic! 

The perfect balance between welcoming comfort and service with a smile. They were informative and thorough when we asked questions about the geography and locations we visited but never intrusive as they always gently gave us our privacy.



We also travelled to Anegada and the route was quick and easy opposed to our prior trip to Anegada. They also recommended some unique locations that we were to try.



Howard Berke

Absolute Perfection

Emil & Sophie 



We struggle to find words big enough to express our gratitude for our bucket list BVI sail! From the wind in the sails to the sunset on deck, it was absolute perfection.



You both are exceptional! Hats off to Chef Sophie for the world-class meals plated to perfection and savor beyond belief.

Emil delivered a sailing adventure beyond anything we imagined possible!



We are in awe of your skills + talents and cannot imagine sailing without you both.

We hope to sail with you next year.





Fair winds + following seas… love you!



Jen, Trey, AJ, Greg, Kyra, Wade, Bev & Bob

Austin

Broker Review

Your overall star rating? 5



How would you describe your yacht? Was the yacht comfortable and clean? Well ventilated? Sufficient Shade? Sufficient Space to relax?

Perfect



How would you describe your crew? Were they courteous? Helpful? Friendly? Attentive? Knowledgeable? Accompanied you on your activities/land excursions? Wore uniforms and acted professionally?

Very professional, yes uniforms, accompanied us on excursions, helpful, attentive, all of the above. 



Was the food great and well presented? Did the menus meet your expectations? Did your crew pay attention to your preference sheets?

Payed attention to sheets, beautiful presentation and absolutely delicious



How did you find the pace and the itinerary of your charter?

Perfect



Additional comments about the yacht and the crew?: Excellent duo



Was it easy to travel to and from your yacht?: Yes

Did you like the area you chartered in?: Yes





Any additional thoughts about your charter experience?

Livin was lovely and it was a treat! Such a beautiful week in paradise

Top Notch

What a great week! 

We have  had the best trip — one for the books! 

Every detail is thought out by Emil & Sophie — from name labels on Yeti cups to timing excursions and activities when there were fewer people, to Sophie's  amazing meals! 



Emil & Sophie provide a top-notch experience. 

THANK YOU!!



Jemney

World Class

We have done this trip one other time.

It was an amazing bucket list experience to say the least. To top that trip seems nearly impossible… but that is what happened this time with Emil & Sophie! 

The navigation, service, hospitality and culinary experience was world class. 

Honestly we felt like we were sailing with our brother & sister! 

Hope this duo is around for a long time! Well done ❤️



Keith & Jamie N.

Happy Days

Epic!

Emil and Sophie:



You two are the cutest and sweetest!!

The reality is that because of you this trip was EPIC! 

Riding first class from start to finish. True professionals that made everything PERFECT, comfortable and fun! 

So good, so good, so good. ❤️



Jamie N.

Does Not Get Better Than This

Thank you so much for making this a trip we won’t forget! 

Being in business for many years it’s easy to recognize great people and you are just that. 



I'm envious of your life’s experiences at such a young age. I know you will move on and do great things.

My  favorite part of the trip wa night sailing, what a great experience. I wish we could meet again. 

Sophie is a great chef! The food was better than any island food I’ve had. Customer service is key, a must, and it does not get better than this! 

Thank you!



Jeff  F. & Paul A.

Quite The Combo!

Let me start off by saying you two are quite the combo. I wish you both much success, all the happiness, and epic adventures. I had the absolute best time over this past week. Y’all are incredible hosts. You set the bar extremely high. I’m taking home memories that will last a lifetime and you both are a huge part of it. 

Thanks for making my 44th B-Day special. 

New to my grocery list:



Keep livin’ y’all’s best lives.

Kenny F.

Seamless With Genuine Kindness and Care

Emil & Sophie –



This was our first time chartering a boat, and we truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Traveling as a three-generation family with a wide range of needs and wants, you accommodated everyone seamlessly with genuine kindness and care.



Emil, we came aboard with a list of places we hoped to visit, and you not only took us to every one of them but also introduced us to even more special spots along the way. We especially loved spending time walking beaches in search of sea glass, and you brought us to some truly incredible locations that added beautifully to our collections. The fact that you joined us on many of our excursions and generously shared your local knowledge made those experiences even more meaningful.



Sophie, where to begin with your incredible meals. Each one outdid the last, and despite our dietary restrictions added with a couple picky kids, you somehow managed to delight everyone at every meal.



Together, your hospitality, thoughtfulness, and attention to detail made this trip truly unforgettable. You exceeded our expectations in every way. Thank you both so much — we will treasure the memories!



Mike, Melodie, Bryan, Jen,

Liam & Finley

The Most Memorable Vacation

Emil & Sophie,



Matt and I could not have asked for a better experience. This is the most memorable vacation we have ever been on, and that’s because of the two of you.



Emil, thank you for taking Matt on excursions.

Sophie, thank you for your non-stop cooking — amazing food and talent.



Thank you both for sharing your knowledge, experience and friendship with us. We truly enjoyed this week and getting to know the two of you.



We look forward to doing this again and that trip will require the two of you!



Love,

Matt & Rachel

Warm, Friendly and Attentive

Sophie & Emil,



From the bottom of our hearts, we cannot thank you enough for the most perfect week we could have imagined. You made our mom’s birthday the most special and memorable time, everything and more we hoped for.



From the moment we stepped on the boat, we appreciated your warm, friendly energy, attentiveness, and attention to detail in each of our personal experiences, especially food preferences.



Special shoutout: food was impeccable. We truly looked forward to every meal. Additionally, the daily activities, and special island locations were more impressive each day. 

We felt so grateful to experience spending time on our own private beaches and islands.

All in all you both made our trip so special and we can't wait to travel back to the BVI and hope to sail with you again.

Thank you! Thank you!

It was the best week ever!!!

Warmly

Barbara, Madison, Jake and Ofer

Best Trip - 8 Times in the BVI

This trip is “livin’”!!



Thank you for an amazing journey!

Great crew of Sophie and Emil to head our trip



Wonderful food, fun and laughter the whole time.Every day was all in, great meals made with love. So yummy and presented with pride.



We gained weight for sure. Had to clean our plates because each meal was so delicious.

Then we had lots of serious fun with our captain. Hiking, boarding, water sports and the best sailing. 

Thank you — can’t say enough. But know this has been the best trip out of 8 times in the BVI!!! Woohoo! 

It is clear you are a wonderful team and look forward to the next trip with you guys.



Big hugs,

Nick & Krista G.

Where to Start?

Emil and Sophie, where to start?



I have been on a few boats and I have to say that you are a class act. 

Super balance between safe, competent sailing, and great fun.



Food was fantastic – nothing was too much trouble – great cocktails also 🍸🙂.



We covered a lot of ocean in our first week in the BVIs, plenty of relaxation and hikes, boarding and much more too.



A special thank you for sourcing the fishing tackle and getting us into barracuda, jacks, tuna, mahi mahi and needlefish (caught by hand 🙂) – fun fishing.



Thank you to you both – GREAT job.



Jane and Andy B.

Where to Start?

Emil and Sophie, where to start?



I have been on a few boats and I have to say that you are a class act. Super balance between safe, comfort, sailing and great fun. 

Food was fantastic — nothing was too much trouble — great cocktails also 😊.



We covered a lot of ocean in our first week in the BVIs, plenty of relaxation on the beaches, boarding and much more too.



A special thank you for sourcing the fishing tackle and getting me into barracuda, jacks, tuna, mahi mahi and needlefish (caught by hand) 😊 — fun fishing.



Thank you to you both — great job.



Jane and Andy B.