Doug and I just want to tell you guys again how MUCH we enjoyed our two weeks sailing adventure in Greece and Turkey... Just want you to know how much we appreciate all the time and work and love and care that goes into making trips such “time out of time”.

The vision you have for Seascape truly is unique in this nutty world of ours. And, we realize that none of these things happen without lots of just-plain-work on your part, even though you make it appear effortless and laid back ... so - thank you! ... the world needs you guys! carpe diem!

(and Ray ... thanks for the Adventure Dancing in the Savannah Bar ... You are a sweetie!)

all the best, big hugs
Janie & Doug, Annapolis, Maryland

Thank you - you have a great concept and we are singing its praises to everyone!
Malcolm & Lisa Watson, Melbourne, Australia

I came back yesterday from my first Seascape trip (I say first, because I intend there to be more!). And I just have to say amazing, amazing, amazing.

I admit I was a little nervous at first, being on a boat full of strangers, but now I see what a waste of time that was. I am so impressed by the types of people you attract. They were all fun, adventurous, intelligent and friendly. Rob and Dave (who I affectionately refer to now as the Odd Couple) were incredible at all of the Skippering responsibilities, which as you know go above and beyond sailing. I’ve been raving about it so much I already have three interested friends.

My only disappointment was that I only got to do it for a week. Oh well, guess I’ll just have to do the whole two weeks on my second trip. I’d better start practicing my winching…

Thanks for everything!
Doreen NY

First, let me just tell you what a wonderful time I had on my trip to Greece and Turkey. David was really an excellent skipper. Having never sailed before, I hadn't thought about the skipper one way or the other before the trip, but in retrospect, he really made a big difference. He encouraged me to try things I didn't think I could do and was endlessly patient with all of us... I don't know how he did it sometimes. I suspect the ability to deal with many different kinds of people in somewhat stressful circumstances is key to being good at the job, but anyway I just wanted to let you know what a great job he did and also what a all-round excellent experience I had on the trip.

Jane, The Netherlands

Read Anna's full trip log...

So I'm sitting at my desk working on the fifth revision of the report that won't die and won't go away... wish we were sailing!

Terri & Jose, Italy

For 7 years my husband Mike and I had been all talk. We told all of our friends and family that we would one day "do Europe". Travel everywhere- see everything.. but we wanted to do it differently. In a unique non touristy- and yet still educational way that's fun! When our good friends Sarah and Olivier got married in France- the 4 of us found our dream vacation -sailing with Seascape. Mike and I could finally show that actions speak louder than words as we started packing for what turned out to be the most enjoyable, memorable vacation we had ever had! We were sailing through the Greek Islands. The bonus was that we were travelling with our friends.. not knowing that we would make other friendships on board- that would last a lifetime.

Our neurotic worries kicked in.. what if it's too much of a confined space on the boat?.. what if we don't get along with the captain and crew?..what if we would get seasick and would feel as if we were at sea for too long? There was more than enough space for all of us 'campers"- no one was ever seasick.... we learned to have so much fun while giving and taking our shared "roles" on board. Some of us cooked while others cleaned up..it just came down to respect . It really worked. Two couples were even on their honeymoons! And they said it was better than they ever imagined because they could have fun with the group-and still find time for themselves.

We were such a diverse group too- we're Canadian, Sarah and Olivier are American and French, Amy and Bill are American and Steve and Andrea are from St. Thomas. The Captain- Ray- became our friend-pure and simple. He has such a big heart- and bigger sense of humour! We would sit up top while sailing and talk and sing.. or not have to say anything at all- and just watch the most amazing blue water and gorgeous scenery you have ever seen! Off and on we would intermingle with the other sailboat with other wonderful passengers from around the world. Diane was their Captain. She is the warmest person.. so easy to talk to. Diane and Ray have made Seascape a company with such integrity. They're really wonderful people.

Mike and I never felt like we were sailing for too long.. we stopped at the most remote islands.. with the most interesting people and amazing sights and sounds. We started in Greece for a week- and then were enjoying ourselves so much.. that we scrapped our Italy plans to sail another week in Turkey.

Our experience with Seascape was beyond our expectations! Please don't hesitate to e-mail us if you have any questions! Thanks Seascape for all of the memories!

ReBecca and Mike, Toronto, Canada

Dear Diane

I can’t thank you enough for our wonderful journey that you organised for us. It was so much more than we ever bargained for. Our first morning aboard, Rob asked if we’d like Bacon & Eggs for breakfast. To be honest, I said no, as I thought he was joking. I had really expected Cereal and fresh fruit each morning. The boat was fantastic, the itinerary couldn’t have been better and I know that our whole family agree, having Rob as our Skipper made the trip. He was such a great guy, entertaining, kept us very well informed of not only what to do onboard, what to do where we stopped and history and information on each island.

Our three lads were especially impressed to have someone young around them. He really was a professional in his handling of the boat and we certainly had some testing weather to deal with and the moorings! What a challenge that was - I never realised that mooring a boat could be so difficult but Rob made it easy for all of us to help and follow his instructions.

As for the itinerary that you planned for us, WOW. Each island had a different experience for us. I think the diving through the tunnel and coming out in the Lagoon was definitely a highlight for everyone. Even though I didn’t take on the challenge, I did manage to row ashore and hand over our digital camera which the boys then proceeded to snap pic’s for me to see what I missed.

If you ever need a testimonial or reference from any future clients/crew, please certainly feel free to give out our email or phone number. We will have nothing but praise to give both your company and Rob.

We arrived home yesterday morning, very weary but so happy to have done what we did. After I get the washing under hand, I will have to start my next task of organising a future adventure. I’m thinking Thailand …..!!!

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU.

With kindest regards

Sue and family, Sydney Australia
P.S. Your home grown tomatoes were the best.

Judy,

It's been hard to settle back into normal life. I just wanted to let you know I count this as one of my best vacations ever! David was an awesome leader while feeling like he was part of our group. We had the perfect combination of people on our boat. The water & islands were the best! We all said we should get the same group of us together again for another sailing adventure. I just cannot say enough to everyone I tell about my vacation what a wonderful experience this was for me!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Cherri, Kirkland Seattle

I did the Seascape Greece week in June as a birthday gift to myself and it was so spectacular, I decided to go back again and do the Turkey week this season. If you've been on a Seascape trip, you know how phenomenal it is b/c you're going back. If you haven't, I doubt you will be disappointed. My friend was so upset when the last trip ended that she cried. This time I'm solo, so looking forward to making lots of new friends! Perhaps even some that I can sail with in the future!

Belinda, Savannah GA

I miss all your smiling faces, and that Retsina! ...I think we had so many great laughs in that little bar, a fun end to a tremendously awesome vacation!. Hope you all had great trips back, except for lucky Diane, Ray, and Barry, who I'm sure all have nicely suntanned bodies by now!

Great Great Great vacation- Diane & Ray, you both are awesome, you should see a few referrals come your way from friends of mine...definitely at the top of my list of favorite vacations.I will treasure the new friends and great fun we had for a long time to come.

Debbie, Seattle

Diane,

Thanks again for everything. I had a really great trip which according to the friends, family and colleagues I've seen since return, appears to have hit the spot exactly!!!

Thanks also to Rob... it was a big group, and he showed the patience of a saint in making sure everyone had a good time, felt included and had fun. A huge fan of Matthew and Jill, you'll be glad to know I'm now a huge fan of your new skipper team of Rob & David!!! Both were superstars - well done you!

Had a great time with Alexis back in Kos, who welcomed me like one of the family. Worked like clockwork, shame I had to leave so fast.

Thanks again for everything, congratulations on the superb show you are running, and see you again some time...

Miriam, Ireland

Hi Diane,

I just wanted to thank you for such a fantastic trip! I would recommend it to anyone - I had the time of my life! I am missing Greece now that I am back at work. I hope to return again some day.

Pass on my thanks to Dave. He was a fantastic skipper and put up with us surprisingly well, especially towards the end of the trip when we started getting cabin fever. (An obsession over triangles developed...I am sure he remembers it well).

I hope you enjoyed Harry Potter (quite the shocker eh?)

All the best,

Sarah (Greece Trip on Angelina August 7-20)

Hello from Columbus! Seems like years ago and also like yesterday that we were enjoying our Seascape cruise! Thanks for a wonderful trip. Ray and Dave were great fun and we have been reminiscing ever since. We are drooling at the descriptions of the Australian and Thailand trips--wish we could get away again so soon! Cheers...Kappy

Subject: THANK YOU!!!

Hi Diane-

I just had to tell you what a PHENOMENAL time I had aboard the Vassilis over the last two weeks. As I told my friends when I got back home yesterday, there was seemingly some sort of divine intervention when it came to assembling all the folks for the trip. It was truly a spectacular group of people (INCLUDING those on the Anna Maria and the Angelina), and though we all seemed to come from these completely disparate backgrounds, I was amazed at how fantastically all of us bonded. Moreover, the skippers were amazing (especially our absolutely adorable Rob, who made even the most - eh hem - inexperienced sailors among us feel completely at ease, and who was a wonderful teacher in addition to being an all-around awesome guy). The ports were all lovely, there was never a moment of feeling any sort of ennui or boredom...it was, in short, THE perfect vacation...and I'm already itching to sign up for another trip of fantastic travels with SeaScape in the not-so-distant future!!

A million thanks again, and all the best, Erika (NYC)

I've been unable to stop talking about the sailing trip--it was truly spectacular--so hopefully you will get some new recruits from all my blabbing--also, i definitely want to book a trip for the turkey excursion next year and am working on getting a group of people together! Taylor, GA

I’ve been back for a week now and despite a pretty easy return to reality, I still wish I was on Angelina. I had a truly fantastic time – the gorgeous weather, the ocean, the boats, the beautiful little bays, the people on our boat, your stories – all of it made for an amazing time. Unfortunately, it all feels like it’s fading away as the weather gets colder here... However, I just imagine your “arghhh” (and saying it to certain clients helps – in my head of course) and it comes back.

Our group was sad to say goodbye in fethiye but I think we’ll keep in touch and hopefully you’ll see us again in another year or two…. I wanted to say thank you again because you made sailing in turkey very memorable – in a good way!

Take care, Alison, Ottawa

You have no idea how much we all miss being on the Angelina! You have an amazing, amazing business and you gave me a life-changing experience. But hey - tell those new people to get off our boat! :-)) Nancy, NYC

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