KaYachtic | 2024

Taylor + Xander, On behalf of our family, thank you for an incredible week. We had high expectations coming in and they were all exceeded. From the impeccable boat, to the amazing food, to the calm waters. Safe sailing and beyond… it was all incredible! Thank you for being exceptional hosts and playing all of our murder games with us. We wish you all the best when it comes to wedding planning and whatever may come next! We appreciated all of your album recommendations and song requests throughout the week. We hope you continue the album day tradition. You really gave us a holistic BVI experience and we hope our paths cross again!

Thank you for an amazing 6 night unforgettable bucket list trip! You are both so carefree and kind and professional. This was a milestone trip for our crew and I could not have imagined a more perfect crew duo. Taylor, the food was all so incredible - you are so talented, thank you! We have never been so well fed. Xander, your drinks and navigation were fire - Thanks for putting up with Ray this week and my one million questions and requests leading up to this trip! The itinerary and pace of the trip and days was perfect. I would recommend you all and this boat to anyone! Congratulations to you both and thanks again!

Dear Taylor and Xander, Words cannot describe what a dream this week has been. We appreciated all your hard work to make this truly a dream come true. The meals, service, and activities were all more than expected! Many blessings and much happiness to you both! Congratulations on your upcoming wedding and all the best!

Taylor & Xander, We can't thank you enough for a magical trip sailing! You both made our second trip as wonderful as the first. Our food was amazing as usual and drinks were delish but most of all your hospitality, kindness and the desire to make us happy was always with a smile! We wish you smooth sailing, calm winds, and beautiful sunsets. We wish you a beautiful wedding fill with all the joy and happiness you deserve. Xander and Taylor you are truly wonderful people that we are blessed to have gotten to know even better!

Taylor & Xander,
Wow, what a week! Thank you so much for a trip of a lifetime. We loved visiting and learning about the islands! We appreciate all the amazing food and adventure you provided! Xander, you're an amazing Captain, second only to Taylor's cooking! We loved every minute of this incredible adventure! We wish you all the best.

Taylor & Xander, Wow what do we even say that adequately thanks you for such an amazing week? From start to finish the food was excellent and the service was first rate. Best of luck in the coming year and what a great year you have ahead of you! This was a great trip and we don't know what lies ahead for us as our kids are in their early 20s. So there may no be many more family trips with all the kids with us, but this trip may get them to want to all get together in the BVIs again.

Thank you Taylor & Xander for a magical week! It is hard to imagine anything more perfect - the meals, the stops, the food, the drinks, the adventure! We all agree this trip will forever live large in our memories & our hearts. We so appreciated your patience, your encouragement, your friendship, & of course your resumes (always with a smile). We look forward to a future opportunity to sail with you again. We are sad to go home and we will miss waking up to the sunrise and delicious smell of breakfast. Please come visit us in San Diego! Good luck with the wedding!

Taylor & Xander, This truly was the trip of a lifetime! We are so grateful for y’all and this opportunity! Every detail, every meal, every bay - it was all perfect! I had high expectations and yet y’all exceeded them! Thank you so much for this experience and for everything!!

We had a great time as a family cruising the BVIs on Kayachtic. The yacht was beautiful, clean, and well-maintained. There were multiple areas to sit and we were always able to find shade when we wanted it. The snorkeling equipment was in good condition and our Captain found some great snorkel areas.

The crew was very accommodating and flexible if we wanted to adjust our daily plans. The food was outstanding! Lots of variety, beautiful presentation. Taylor paid close attention to our preference sheets and we enjoyed every meal. Xander & Taylor were a great crew. They were courteous, helpful, knowledgable, and flexible. We would highly recommend sailing with Xander & Taylor to others.

Taylor and Xander, Thank you for an amazing week filled with beautiful memories, fabulous food, and fun adventures. The thoughtfulness, details, and planning were exceptional. You both were wonderful hosts & company! The memories we all shared as a family will be cherished for a lifetime! Hope to be back in the future for more Painkillers, "snacks," and adventures! P.S. Thank you for tolerating "Kenny" music all week!

Taylor & Xander,
Thank you for the most remarkable vacation!!! The food was amazing and you could tell it was made with love!!! Xander, the layout of the trip was Great! The girls loved all the little coves. Thank you both for making Ali’s birthday so special. We will have wonderful memories of you all and our trip!!! The girls loved all the special treats from Taylor. Our Hearts are full leaving here today.

Absolutely loved our Kayachtic experience. Best vacation ever - Taylors food was exceptional and every meal was better than most restaurants we’ve been to. Xander navigated us through an amazing week (while bartending!) for the whole family. Both Taylor and Xander made sure we had a lovely time and were especially wonderful to our 3 young kids! We were comfortable, happy and laughing the whole trip. Can’t wait to sail with them again!

Xander and Taylor,

What an epic trip! Absolutely fabulous from the food to the adventures, we loved it all. You both destroyed trivia nightly and kept us all laughing. You are true professionals and we will forever treasure the memories you helped us to make as a family. Cheers and happy new years!

Xander and Taylor,

Thank you both for the most amazing week! Our best family vacation to date. The food was five stars - breakfast lunch and dinner. Especially loved happy hours :) can’t wait to come back for another week of “snorkel, swim, chill!”

Captain Xander was the absolute best!!! Always super helpful in suggesting plans, super calm and collected amidst a few boat issues we had, and always encouraging of a good time. Not to mention he found us some awesome swim spots and amazing places to eat. We all met as strangers and left as friends. We definitely know our experience would not have been nearly as amazing if it weren’t for him. We can’t wait to request him next time!!

Xander's knowledge about the boat, the sea, each island and yacht week was stellar. He was exceptionally helpful in communicating updates, recommending things to do/dinner venues and booking said venues. He was really great at reading overall energy levels of the group and matching them. Also hyping us up when needed! He was accommodating and understanding - reminding us all that it was our trip and tailoring it to us.

I LOVE TAYLOR. That’s my girl!!!! Food was fire, so so good always. Not only were the meals always different, but always fresh, always creative and so well thought out. We had so many different options, everyone always had enough. We kept saying she couldn’t top one meal, and then she’d top it with the next one. If we ate a lot at breakfast, she was flexible about lunch time. She was very attentive and was quick on her feet to making use of what was available. She was super friendly, talkative, energetic, bubbly, funny, and we loved hanging with her. Especially me I got to talk to her a lot and she was awesome. Up early, working hard, on task, cleaning up, not leaving any messes, washing dishes right after meals, and always so helpful to us on setting up/coordinating dinners and hanging with us. Really feel like I made a genuine friend with her too.

When I think of peaches I think of Taylor. Her energy and smile alone made the week that much more fun. Her food was Michelin 3 stars. She was always on point with everything, from getting our tables set up to helping us with jet skis. Taylor is an Aussie but moving to the US and I can't wait to reunite with her in October.

We challenged you to free us from quarantine and pandemic induced claustrophobic blues while also keeping us safe. You were wildly successful! Xander sailed us to beautiful hidden harbors and secluded beaches without requiring us to look at our watches or a calendar for that matter. Xander accommodated our desire to feel productive by accepting less than effective gestures of help in anchoring and mooring making us feel like contributors despite increasing his workload. Taylor's meals were inspired, delicious, and beautiful gourmet courses. When the local restaurants shut down mid week, new onboard menus were planned and delivered without missing a beat. Not only were you competent at adjusting to unplanned curveballs, you did so in a way that made it seem like the plan all along. By the end of the trip we were calling you "mom and dad" despite us being twice your age. You were the coolest "parents on the boat" since you fed us a never-ending stream of painkillers. We highly recommend you as perfect hosts for any group looking to dip their toes in the water and adolescence, secure that you'll keep them from drowning in either.

Thanks so much for an awesome week. We had so much fun getting to know each of you. You both made the experience one that we will never forget. The food and hospitality were above and beyond. Can't wait to come back! Thanks again!

The food was amazing. Taste, quantity, and quality was all taken well care of.
She made us feel at home. The food was amazing. Taste, quantity, quality was all taken well care of. She always had a smile on her face which made it even more special. Thank you Taylor!

What a wonderful excursion you have created for us!

Xander, your sailing itinerary brought us to so many exquisite island locations. We loved anchoring off Little Jost Van Dyke tucked into a little bay where we faced a tiny island with two cute palms standing side by side. Our starry night with sparkling boat lights while buoyed in North Sound, Virgin Gorda was magical! We loved sailing and returning to Anegada bringing back memories from 35 years ago. Among other special spots and sails you topped it off with a snorkeling destination at the Indians where we found ourselves surrounded by tropical fish of all hues and sizes.

Tay, your culinary talent and offerings were amazing! The presentation is a work of art! We could taste the love in each bite and meal. You outdid yourself with every breakfast, lunch, and dinner! Thank you for all the dietary accommodations. The jerk chicken and jollof rice followed by a gluten free chocolate birthday cake for Gary and me topped off the delectable culinary experience! Your kindness, care, joy, and flexibility made our sailing adventure on Kayachtic’s maiden voyage a dream come true!

Thank you so very much! Xoxo

Reina and Terry

Thank you for making our sailing trip amazing.

Taylor, you thrilled me with delicious vegetarian meals that exceeded anything I would do for myself.

Xander, you’re so kind to answer all my questions about the yacht and to go in the water to take pictures of the group. The two of you work effortlessly together and it's nice to see. Lastly, KaYachtic is a well-outfitted yacht and there was nothing we said “oh I wish it had this or that”. It was perfect.

Truly grateful for the chance to have this amazing trip with our family. What an incredible week we had on the beautiful boat and all the great locations, the fabulous food & drinks, and the sun & fun with you two. Thank you for the memories!

Thank you both for the most wonderful trip aboard Kayachtic! We as a family cannot thank you enough for all the wonderful memories and meals and amazing stories we now have to tell!

Taylor your amazing meals were above 5 stars, everyone onboard agrees that your cooking was everyones favorite part of the trip! Xander, you are an incredible captain. I have never seen my family have so much fun. Both of you guys are amazing and the best yachting experience we have ever had. Thank you both from the bottom of our hearts y’all are now family!

Love the Marlowe and Mitchells

Thank you for the most incredible week on Kayachtic! We had a blast exploring the islands with both of you. Taylor - the food was amazing every single meal was special. Thank you for all your hard work this week its been an absolute pleasure! The Knigins

Thank you for making our family trip amazing! You make a fantastic team and make everything look effortless. Every meal was a gourmet dining experience. Each stop and excursion was an adventure.

deVaux and Laurie Families

Another fantastic trip! Both of you are the best crew! we all enjoyed your delicious menus and expert operation of the catamaran. This trip is a great family experience. Its a week we all look forward to with exciting anticipation.

Hope to do it again. We love it! The Falkin family