Reviews

Kelley Nichols ; May 2025

“We couldn’t have asked for a more fabulous week! We loved Lexy and Paul! Paul was an incredible captain and made us feel confident in his abilities and experience. Lexi was an incredible first mate whose culinary skills were second to none. The thing that I loved about the week was that it was truly was a vacation. We didn’t have to think about anything. ”

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The Bley Family; May 2025

“We can’t say enough good things about Paul and Lexy! Their attention to detail and genuinely fun vibe put us completely at ease from day one. Paul’s skill as a captain and patience answering our questions made the sailing a memorable and exciting part of the trip, while Lexy’s incredible meals will be talked about – and (attempted to be) recreated in our own kitchen – for years to come.”

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The Nix Family; April 2025

“Our family of four had the most amazing and relaxing spring break of our lives aboard the Iara. The crew was the best part of our trip. Paul ensured we had the right mix of adventure, water sports and relaxation. Lexy is a talented chef, and the meals were fresh and delicious. We lingered over gorgeous sunsets and different cocktails every evening.”

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Jessica, Dustin, and the girls; June 2025

“Although IARA is beautiful, it was the Paul and Lexy that made our trip unforgettable. The food was amazing – Lexy is an incredible chef – every meal was perfection and Paul’s nightly cocktails weren’t bad either!! Each day was planned perfectly… our family experienced a trip of a lifetime. We made lifelong friends and cannot wait to sail aboard IARA again.”

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The Cummings Crew; May 2025

“Captain Paul was a true professional — calm, patient, and always accommodating, even as our group made last-minute changes or had a range of requests. He also proved to be a top-notch bartender. Lexy’s meals were a standout — flavorful, well-prepared, and beautifully presented. Overall, it was a fantastic trip full of great memories.”

Randy & Colleen; January 2025

“It’s impossible to overstate how indulgent, luxurious, comfortable, and invigorating our time was aboard Iara (our hosts’ catamaran). It was truly the most satisfying week I’ve every enjoyed traveling… My favorite spot by far: the webbing (Paul called it a trampoline) on the front of the boat where I laid out and caught sun and the splashing of waves when we were hopping from island to island.”

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The Thompson Family; January 2025

“Paul and Lexy are a dynamic duo. What an incredible week our family of 6 had on IARA. Paul and Lexy provided an expertly curated itinerary and menu. IARA is a spacious boat with comfortable bedrooms and all the amenities you need. We sailed swam and ate our way through the BVIs. Definitely a trip of a lifetime and we owe it to Paul and Lexy!””