NEPTUNE'S ESCAPE

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?:

Yacht was perfect for our family. Clean, spacious and well maintained.





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 impeccable in everything they did. I had a strong sense of confidence knowing my families life’s were in Francios’s hands. Nela catered to every need and interacted relentlessly with my wife and teenage daughter. We literally couldn’t have asked for a better pair for our family.



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

Food was incredible. Presentations of food and the table decorations were amazing. She followed preference sheet perfectly and even had backup plans for the kids on the event they didn’t like the meal.



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

Honestly the pace and itinerary was absolutely perfect.



Additional comments about the yacht and the crew?: 

We were beyond blown away by how well the entire process went and how well our family meshed with Francios and Nela.



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?: 

I will be sending a follow up email to everyone that was involved in making this happen for us. Just want everyone to hear from us how impressed we were with the entire process. 

Thanks again for an incredible family vacation.

Don't Think About It - Just Do It

What an amazing trip.

 Francois and Nela were an amazing team! 

Beautiful scenery, snorkeling and beaching.. food was amazing ( Nela is an awesome chef!) 



Don’t think about it.. just do it!!

Francois D.

Set The Bar Very High

Our group was 8 friends (4 couples) in our 20s from Texas and Louisiana. We’re frequent travelers, but this was our first time ever sailing and being on a yacht, so we didn’t really know what to expect. We spent 1 week aboard Neptune’s Escape starting in Tortola and island hopping around the BVI, and the experience completely exceeded our expectations.



From the start, the entire trip felt fully tailored to our group’s desires. The proposed itinerary was amazing and could even be adjusted in real time, which we loved! With 8 people, everyone had different interests, and the crew truly tried their best to accommodate all of our preferences - and honestly, they did a great job. If I had one piece of advice for future guests, it would be to do a bit of research ahead of time to decide how much you want to be sailing and swimming versus being on land (restaurants, excursions, etc.). We mostly went with the flow, which worked out great, but knowing your ideal balance beforehand helps you get the most out of the experience.



What truly made this trip unforgettable was the crew!!! We were blown away by the attention to detail and genuine kindness of our chef, Nela, and our captain, Francois.



 Nela catered to all of our, preferences, and dietary restrictions, and every single meal was homemade, high-quality, and absolutely delicious. She kept us well fed with a variety of international cuisine (I even tried a poke bowl for the first time!).



Francois was cheerful, patient, flexible, and attentive in every possible way. We learned so much from him about yachts, sailing, and the BVI, which made the experience even more meaningful.



Our experience with &Beyond Yacht Charters overall was fantastic, especially as first-timers who didn’t fully know what we were doing. The price for 8 felt reasonable, and Neptune’s Escape itself was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. I honestly think this yacht would be great not just for groups like ours, but also for older travelers and families.



We would 100% book Neptune’s Escape again with the same crew in a heartbeat. This trip set the bar very high for future travel experiences and is something we’ll be talking about for years to come <3



Nazmeidy Walker

Broker Review

That our captain Francois and chef Nela were absolutely amazing!!!



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 nice, clean, and had everything we needed. Modern too :)



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?: 

Everything mentioned in that question!!! 10/10 would love to sail with this crew again



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

Nela catered to all of our needs, preferences, and dietary restrictions, and every single meal was homemade, high-quality, and absolutely delicious. She kept us well fed with a variety of international cuisine (I even tried a poke bowl for the first time!).



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

From the start, the entire trip felt fully tailored to our group’s desires. The proposed itinerary was amazing and could even be adjusted in real time, which we loved! With 8 people, everyone had different interests, and the crew truly tried their best to accommodate all of our preferences - and honestly, they did a great job. If I had one piece of advice to tell future guests, it would be to do a bit of research ahead of time to decide how much you want to be sailing and swimming versus being on land (restaurants, excursions, etc.). We mostly went with the flow, which worked out great, but knowing your ideal balance beforehand helps you get the most out of the experience.





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?: 

Our experience was fantastic, especially as first-timers who didn’t fully know what we were doing. The price for 8 felt reasonable, and Neptune’s Escape itself was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. I honestly think this yacht would be great not just for groups like ours, but also for older travelers and families.



We would 100% book Neptune’s Escape again with the same crew in a heartbeat. This trip set the bar very high for future travel experiences and is something we’ll be talking about for years to come <3

Beyond Our Expectation

My recent experience on Neptune’s Escape with Francois and Nella was “& Beyond” all my expectations. 

Francois has incredible sailing skills and knows the waters well. He has a wonderful kind demeanor that immediately puts you at ease. 

Nela is a terrific chef that always goes the extra mile with seasonings and presentation. Every meal was a delight. She is a ray of sunshine! 

They were both very professional, but at the same time, felt like part of the family. 

I’d love to charter with them again.

Kathleen S.

Broker Review

Your overall star rating?

5



How would you describe your yacht? 

Lovely





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?: 

Francois and Nela are amazing! Friendly, helpful, positive, and so much fun!



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

Food was FANTASTIC! Beautiful presentation and delicious flavors... I miss it!



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

Very good



Additional comments about the yacht and the crew?

Great crew!



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?

It was a fantastic experience that I will not forget!

Unforgettable

Thank you for an unforgettable vacation — you two are the absolute best ♥

All the best to you both,



Sophia / Lila / Ryan

Incredible Week!

Dear Francois & Nela,

Thank you for an incredible week. The sights were fantastic and your hospitality was unmatched. Thanks for being so patient with all my questions and some fun nights out!



You’re the best,

Jane xx

Amazing Time!

Dear Francois & Nela,

We had an amazing time sailing round the BVI with you. Thank you for an amazing trip!!

Happy New Year



Ro & Zo ❤️❤️

Exactly What Our Family Needed!

Dear Francois & Nela,

Thank you for a relaxing and rejuvenating week aboard Neptune’s Escape!

This was exactly what our family needed. 🙂

We loved dancing together and ringing in 2026!



Happy New Year!

Eric & Melissa



P.S. Foxy’s was epic ⭐

We Will Be Back

What a pleasure it was to sail the US and British Virgin Islands with Nela and Francois. 

They truly went above and beyond in every way to assure our trip was the trip of a lifetime! We will be back…



 Shawn & Lyndie A.

What A Week!

You guys!!! What a week 🙂

Thank you for the epic sailing, above and beyond meals, and then planning the perfect itinerary for our families. The BVI’s have quickly become one of our most favorite places in the world and we could not imagine sailing the Caribbean with any other charter (or crew!). Thank you for the epic memories 🖤



Trav, Jess & Will S.

Steven, Michelle, Stella & Hudson C.

Our Deepest Gratitude

Dear Nela & Francois,



We wanted to express our deepest gratitude for the extraordinary week we spent sailing through the USVI & BVI with you over Thanksgiving. You both made every single day of our vacation truly special and memorable.



Nela, your culinary talents are remarkable! Each meal was not only delicious but beautifully presented — you truly spoiled us with your cooking.



Francois, your creative and picturesque table settings were a delight every day, making each meal special. Beyond that, your dedication to our grandkids and ensuring they had the time of their lives was invaluable. They loved all the water activities you organized and you guided them through it all with such care.



Your professionalism and hospitality made us feel not like guests, but like family. You exceeded our expectations in every way.



Thank you again for an unforgettable experience.



With warmest appreciation,

Ivan & Alexeena S.

Unforgettable Adventure

We had an unforgettable BVI & USVI sailing adventure!



From the time we stepped on board Chef Nela spoiled us with delicious meals easily surpassing restaurant quality. She is a culinary expert 🙂



Captain Francois navigated us to the most beautiful, secluded destinations ensuring we hit every stop on our wish list and some we never heard of! He was incredible with our kids, accommodating them with endless water activities and making sure they had the time of their lives.

The entire crew worked tirelessly. They handled every request with a smile and made us feel safe, relaxed and perfectly looked after. This was a 5-star experience and we are already planning our trip back with this crew!



November 2025

Natalie & Craig M.

Nela's Recent Guest Reviews

Nela! First of all, how you made the food in such a small kitchen I never understand. Your culinary skills should be on a TV show. As good as a chef you are, you were so kind and sweet and made me feel at home the whole week! I want you to cater at my wedding! We plan on coming back next year but only if we can charter with you. I can't say enough about Nela. Truly made the experience way better than. I could have expected!



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Nela, you made the entire trip worth every penny. I would not have enjoyed the week without you. Your food was to die for and you listened to everyone's needs and created such amazing dishes everyday and you got along well with us. You always looked out for us and were so caring and kind. If I am ever on a boat again I would 100% request to have you as our chef.



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I absolutely adore you Nela, you makes the most amazing food! And you made the whole experience feel like home. I wish i could have taken you home with me. You are an absolute gem and you really took our charter to the next level.



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Nela, you are an absolute sweat heart. Amazing meals every morning and had great advice for everywhere we went. thank goodness we had her onboard. mazing food, great personality.

Hands down rocks

Unbelievable

Unbelievable and unimaginable! What a fantastic trip. The BEST trip we've been on. You all made our trip. 

Eleanor your cooking skills are beyond reproach. 

Francois your attention to detail was fantastic as well as your knowledge of the islands.

Both of you made this trip so exciting we want to replicate it again and again!

Please let us know if you ever get to the mainland.

Chris and Jose D 

Best Trip Ever

Francois, the coolest captain in the BVI! Thank you for putting up with our annoying requests and being so much fun. 

BEST TRIP EVER!



Eleanor, the best cook in the world. You made every meal look effortless and yet was some of the best tasting dishes I've ever had. Seriously I'm going home and learning how to cook. 

Became Part Of The Family

We had a wonderful week on Neptunes Escape with Francois and Eleanor in the Virgin Islands! Great sailing, adventures and food. The boat was fantastic and the team became part of the family!

Jenna B.

Warm Hospitality and Professionalism

I/we cannot thank you enough for your warm hospitality and professionalism for your warm hospitality and professionalism. This was a trip that will be long remembered.

We hope to see you again.

Rob

Unforgettable

Thank you for an unforgettable week! It was truly an incredible experience. Thank you Eleanor for your cooking mastery and Francois for your impeccable steering!

Thank you 

Sophia

Wonderful Week!

Thanks for a wonderful week! You've become part of the family. We hope to see you again and wish you wonderful guests and adventures until we meet again!

Jenna.

Fantastic Crew and Beautiful Yacht

Our family recently finished our charter in the beautiful BVI on an amazing yacht and with a fantastic crew, Eleanor & Captain Francois! 

The sleek, contemporary trimaran, Neptune’s Escape, matched the crew’s professionalism and taste. We loved the lines, layout, and space! 

She was always beautiful to look at from the beach standing out amongst the other vessels. 



From the start of the trip we felt a sense of relaxation and were at ease. Crew were flexible and had many ideas for us to enjoy our time in the islands. We always felt safe with Francois, as he kept a close eye on everything, even through the night. He is easy going and prompt to tender to explore islands on the dingy. He went out of his way to catch and release fish which my son and I really enjoyed! 



Eleanor had a unique culinary surprise for us each day and would make sure we had everything we wanted. She was always kind to help find something our kids would like, and to try new things! A highlight for us was sitting down three times a day as family for a delicious meal. Eleanor made it easy for us to relax and enjoy each other’s company. She also would help with reservations and planning. 



They both make a great team complementing each other’s roles, enjoying what they do. It was great visiting with them in the evening and hanging out with them on the islands. They really made the trip extra special. We look forward to sailing again with Francois and Eleanor in the future. Thank you for the amazing trip, memories, and hospitality!



Parker J.

Care and Attention From This Crew

Thank you for an incredible week exploring the British Virgin Islands! the trip was absolutely unforgettable, and we truly appreciate all the care and attention that went into making it so special.

A huge thanks to our captain Francois, whose expertise and knowledge of the islands made every moment seamless and exciting. He navigated us to the most stunning spots, each more breathtaking than the last. Another big thank you to Eleanor for your warmth, kindness, and constant dedication to ensuring we had everything we needed.



One of the highlights of the trip was the amazing meals Eleanor prepared for us three times a day. Those times together as a family were truly special - sharing delicious food while surrounded by the beauty of the islands. We created memories we will always treasure.



The memories we made this week - sailing the clear blue waters, exploring different islands, visiting hidden coves, and enjoying the culture of the BVI - wills tay with us for a lifetime.

Thank you again for an exceptional journey. We hope to sail with you again some day! 



parker, Ashley, Jolee, Job and Jules

Magical 50th!

What a magical way to turn 50!! It would have never been the same without you! You are both kind, professional, fun and very special people who we will always remember and want amazing things for.



Every aspect of the trip was perfect - from the decisions and healthy meals to the fine captaining, to the night at Foxy's for New Year- thank you for it all and forever being a part of the best memories of our lives.

We wish you good health, prosperity and everything you both dream of.

Thank you

The C. Family

So Enjoyable!

Thank you guys so much! We had the most amazing time and you guys made it so enjoyable! Thank you again and best of luck in the rest of your lives.



Love Ella C.