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Relaxing San Blas thanks to our crew!

Relaxing San Blas thanks to our crew! Huge thanks to Captain Luis and his lovely girlfriend and fabulous cook, Sol! Chartering a live aboard had been a bucket list item for our small family and sailing the mostly uninhabited San Blas with them and our adult daughter, was an off-the-beaten path, experience, we recommend to the adventurous. Meeting Guna people who brought us fish, lobster, and hand made molas to the boat. celebrating Christmas Eve at a very small island with locals and a few tourists (all of us coming and going at night by dingy), going to bed listening to the gentle waves and waking up to beautiful island views was extraordinary. We swam, paddled, read, napped, played cards and listened to music in the beautiful weather. We, sat and watched as rain storms came in across the ocean - soothing and cool to watch. Luis knows the islands and the local people - and, even though we speak little Spanish, his English is great- between us, we communicated fine. Sol cooked three gourmet meals a day (using only a hot plate and a toaster oven~ amazing!!) She grilled lobster for salads and made pastas, an amazing risotto with fish and veggies and shrimp and octopus (don’t eat octopus? 😜they ask for meal preferences before your trip!) In addition, they went above and beyond helping decorate the cabin for Christmas and my husbands birthday. And, they got a cake and extra champagne as I’d requested in advance for a little celebration. They even had balloons (not sure how way off the grid). Now, for the the downside to our once in a lifetime sail. (It had absolutely nothing to do with the crew). unfortunately, the specific boat we ended up on, Edelweiss had seen better days. Launched in 2014, her age showed. even as we arrived by dingy the exterior wear was clear- paint chipped, duct tape holding up solar light, flags tattered and faded, the outdoor shower had broken and owner hadn’t replaced (so no hosing off on deck after being in the water), bathrooms needed floor attention. our crew were skilled and worked around needed repairs. They were professional, fixing and working with what they had. Sol bought new brightly colored pillows that made an immediate, difference, Luis got a new paddle board that we appreciated. But, like a house or hotel, a boat needs love- replacing, repairing and updating with age. It was obvious that the owner hadnt invested in important mechanical or cosmetic issues recently. charter’s aren’t cheap, and booking company photos and descriptions should accurately depict the specific boat - today. Edelweiss now does not look like she did when the photos were taken. Working with Catamaran Adventures was easy, no issues with payment, communications or arrangements for getting to islands. That said, warts should be explained and boats priced accordingly. FYI- We do hear that Edelweiss is now retired. Luis and Sol will Captain another boat soon - ask for them when you book!! https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g1787391-d3865586-r989417965-Catamaran_Adventures_San_Blas-El_Porvenir_San_Blas_Islands_Guna_Yala_Region.html

Customize your adventure...every day! Our adventure and experience with Catamaran Adventures did not disappoint. Communications before and after were solid, the catamaran was beautiful as expected, and the unlimited adventures on and around the hundreds of beautiful San Blas islands leave us wanting to return multiple times in the future. And then...there was our crew. Nicolas and Belen were absolutely THE BEST! So caring, so flexible, so knowledgeable, and so kind. You're in for a treat if you can get these two. We literally created custom adventures multiple times per day...based on how we felt, the weather, and what we were looking to experience. This was an exceptional trip, and we will be going back! https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g1787391-d3865586-r987954017-Catamaran_Adventures_San_Blas-El_Porvenir_San_Blas_Islands_Guna_Yala_Region.html

Customize your adventure...every day! Our adventure and experience with Catamaran Adventures did not disappoint. Communications before and after were solid, the catamaran was beautiful as expected, and the unlimited adventures on and around the hundreds of beautiful San Blas islands leave us wanting to return multiple times in the future. And then...there was our crew. Nicolas and Belen were absolutely THE BEST! So caring, so flexible, so knowledgeable, and so kind. You're in for a treat if you can get these two. We literally created custom adventures multiple times per day...based on how we felt, the weather, and what we were looking to experience. This was an exceptional trip, and we will be going back! https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g1787391-d3865586-r987954017-Catamaran_Adventures_San_Blas-El_Porvenir_San_Blas_Islands_Guna_Yala_Region.html

The BEST! We had the absolute BEST time and were completely spoiled by Belén and Nicolas. Yes, the destination was amazing, the boat was great, but Nico and Belén made sure this trip will always hold a special place in our hearts!! https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g1787391-d3865586-r987700189-Catamaran_Adventures_San_Blas-El_Porvenir_San_Blas_Islands_Guna_Yala_Region.html