PHILOTIMO GUESTS COMMENTS
Late March 2025 BVI Charter
'The Best Week Ever!' Our entire family agrees on that statement. We had wonderful adventures of paddleboarding, fishing, snorkeling, tubing, and exploring what each island had to offer.
Thank you Captain Gavin and Chef Marie for such a great time with the best food!
We hope to return to this beautiful place. Thank you!
Love the 'Gabes'
Thank you Captain Gavin and Chef Marie for such a great time with the best food!
We hope to return to this beautiful place. Thank you!
Love the 'Gabes'
Early March 2025 BVI Charter
A truly amazing week!
"Marie would always ask for feedback and cared so much about what we ate. Gavin would do whatever we want – tubing, fishing, and finding the best spots!"
— Greyson, 11 years old
"Gavin helped me catch 3 big fish – he spent hours waiting there and teaching me. Marie made amazing filet mignon."
— Mason, 10 years old
"Gavin is the best captain. Marie made the best crepes with strawberry sauce."
— Logan, 7 years old
"Captain Gavin and Marie made our 7 days on Philotimo a truly unforgettable experience. They treated us like we were their own family. Truly grateful!"
— Kurt, dad, age unknown (but credit card known very well!)
"Gavin, Marie, thank you for the warmest welcome in this spectacular home away from home – the whole family had a blast, and we will definitely be back!"
— Cayleigh
"Marie would always ask for feedback and cared so much about what we ate. Gavin would do whatever we want – tubing, fishing, and finding the best spots!"
— Greyson, 11 years old
"Gavin helped me catch 3 big fish – he spent hours waiting there and teaching me. Marie made amazing filet mignon."
— Mason, 10 years old
"Gavin is the best captain. Marie made the best crepes with strawberry sauce."
— Logan, 7 years old
"Captain Gavin and Marie made our 7 days on Philotimo a truly unforgettable experience. They treated us like we were their own family. Truly grateful!"
— Kurt, dad, age unknown (but credit card known very well!)
"Gavin, Marie, thank you for the warmest welcome in this spectacular home away from home – the whole family had a blast, and we will definitely be back!"
— Cayleigh
January 2025 BVI Charter
Captain Gavin and Chef Marie,
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the most amazing BVI trip. From the moment we stepped on the Philotimo, you took such exceptional care of us in every way. We enjoyed every minute of this trip and are so grateful you took a chance on a 6 women charter group. We can't wait for the next time!
Sincerely, The Millionaire Refugees.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the most amazing BVI trip. From the moment we stepped on the Philotimo, you took such exceptional care of us in every way. We enjoyed every minute of this trip and are so grateful you took a chance on a 6 women charter group. We can't wait for the next time!
Sincerely, The Millionaire Refugees.
New Years 2024-2025 guests aboard PHILOTIMO said:
Captain Gavin & Chef Marie -
What a wonderful week this has been - thank you!! Jackson loved the fishing! Every meal was delicious and we each had a different favorite! We wish we never had to go home. Captain Gavin had us in great hands. I still owe him a deck wash. I very much hope to be back and fulfill. Don't forget to take advantage of fishing opportunities, Gavin is very knowledgeable. He runs a tight ship!
The Bell family
What a wonderful week this has been - thank you!! Jackson loved the fishing! Every meal was delicious and we each had a different favorite! We wish we never had to go home. Captain Gavin had us in great hands. I still owe him a deck wash. I very much hope to be back and fulfill. Don't forget to take advantage of fishing opportunities, Gavin is very knowledgeable. He runs a tight ship!
The Bell family
Christmas 2024 BVI Charter
Thank you Gavin and Marie for giving us the best, most memorable Christmas trip with our family. Every day was filled with fun activities and every concern was carefully considered. From Chef Marie's kiwi salad dressing to daily yoga with us, she brought joy and kindness and made us feel like we had known her for years. She went above and beyond to tend to dietary needs and helped cure unsettled stomachs with natural, creative remedies. She is a wealth of knowledge and is a genuine light.
Captain Gavin perfectly planned our routes and days based on each of our interests. His fishing experience and sailing stories entertained us and he stood by Emerson on his quest to catch a tarpon! His knowledge of the islands, navigation around choppy waters and fun facts was very appreciated.
What a team these two make! They went above and beyond to make a birthday special and we could not be more grateful! We can't wait to be back already! Thank you again, Captain Gavin and Chef Marie.
The Fanns
Captain Gavin perfectly planned our routes and days based on each of our interests. His fishing experience and sailing stories entertained us and he stood by Emerson on his quest to catch a tarpon! His knowledge of the islands, navigation around choppy waters and fun facts was very appreciated.
What a team these two make! They went above and beyond to make a birthday special and we could not be more grateful! We can't wait to be back already! Thank you again, Captain Gavin and Chef Marie.
The Fanns
June 2024 BVI Charter
Captain Gavin & Marie... THANK YOU!
We greatly appreciated your hospitality aboard the beautiful Philotimo. It was absolutely wonderful enjoying the BVI during our charter and you each made our trip extremely nice.
All the best, Chad, Katy & Camden
We greatly appreciated your hospitality aboard the beautiful Philotimo. It was absolutely wonderful enjoying the BVI during our charter and you each made our trip extremely nice.
All the best, Chad, Katy & Camden
June 2024 BVI Charter
What an incredible time our family had celebrating my husband's 50th birthday in the BVI on Philotimo. The sights were gorgeous. The boat was fabulous. But the best were having Captain Gavin and Chef Marie. What a team! They were incredibly warm and hospitable. And the food was on another level - so delicious!
We did a little bit of everything - the perfect adventure!
Thank you Captain Gavin and Chef Marie!
Paul & Madeline
We did a little bit of everything - the perfect adventure!
Thank you Captain Gavin and Chef Marie!
Paul & Madeline
June 2024 BVI Charter
Complete Happiness – because of Capt. Gavin and this beautiful boat! We got to see several islands, taste wonderful cooking, and enjoy a relaxed sail. Truly one of our happier trips. Thank you. We want more!
The Morrisseys
And from the kids:
We ❤️ Captain Gavin, he is the best.
Love,
Olivia and Julianna
The Morrisseys
And from the kids:
We ❤️ Captain Gavin, he is the best.
Love,
Olivia and Julianna
May 2024 BVI Charter
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March 2024 BVI Charter
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December 2023 BVI Charter
My trip of the Philotimo was too good to express. From the quality of the boat to the good cooking, it was pitch perfect. Thank you for making my boat trip absolutely wonderful.
Ellanean Miller (10)
Ellanean Miller (10)
November 2023 BVI Charter
Dear Captain Gavin and Marie,
Thank you so much for an unforgettable vacation! The food, stories and company was beyond amazing. The yacht is gorgeous and I thank you for allowing me to spend time with my family which is rare these days when we are always on the go.
Hope to see you soon!
Jamie, Katie, Maggie & Turner
Thank you so much for an unforgettable vacation! The food, stories and company was beyond amazing. The yacht is gorgeous and I thank you for allowing me to spend time with my family which is rare these days when we are always on the go.
Hope to see you soon!
Jamie, Katie, Maggie & Turner
June 2023 BVI Charter
Captain Gavin and Chef Marie,
Thank you for this wonderful experience!! Hospitality was amazing. Everyday we had a wonderful time on this beautiful boat. We leave with a head full of unforgettable memories. Thank you for taking care of us and being aware of every detail.
Teddy, Brayden & Nancy
Thank you for this wonderful experience!! Hospitality was amazing. Everyday we had a wonderful time on this beautiful boat. We leave with a head full of unforgettable memories. Thank you for taking care of us and being aware of every detail.
Teddy, Brayden & Nancy
June 2023 BVI Charter
Thank you so much to Gavin and Marie for such a fabulous week aboard the Philotimo. We loved our fantastic meals aboard and ashore together and always felt safe and secure with our trusty captain.
Thank you!
Jeff & Sylvie
Thank you!
Jeff & Sylvie
May, 2023 charter guests aboard PHILOTIMO wrote:
Capt. Gavin and Chef Marie are truly the Dream Team! Together they coordinated the most amazing trip for us. They are both professional, personable and FUNNY. We will miss Capt. Gavin's knowledge of all things and Chef Marie's yummy food and sunshine face. We miss you both already!
Friends forever ❤️
Chris and Patti
Friends forever ❤️
Chris and Patti
May, 2023 charter guests aboard PHILOTIMO wrote:
What an amazing experience! Thank you Capt. Gavin and Chef Marie. Professional and personable is a difficult combination that your team absolutely nailed. We'll miss the great food and the laughs that we shared. Exceptional from start to finish.
Eric and Jamie
PS: If you are ever in Southern California, give us a call!
Eric and Jamie
PS: If you are ever in Southern California, give us a call!
everything was just excellent!
Philotimo gave us the privilege to have the most amazing time! From the food to the beaches and the waters of the USVI - everything was just excellent! We are very sad to leave but very excited to come back and for the next guests to enjoy this beautiful boat and wonderful crew!
What an amazing week, we wont soon forget!
You guys are just tremendous, the yacht is amazing and the gourmet food was incredible too! What an amazing week, we wont soon forget!