June 2009
Thank you for one of the best experiences of my life! This charter has been absolutely amazing! You are wonderful people and I thank you for making my time in Greece so memorable. Efgaristo to a great skipper and the best hostess… I cannot tell you how amazing you both are… professional, courteous, charming and just phenomenal people!Thank you for the best holiday ever! You two have made all the difference by being friends and great hosts! V. Family
July 2009
Dear Venia & George, You are the BEST! Thanks so much for the food, the service, the sailing- but
most importantly- your kind, friendly hospitality. We will always remember this
wonderful trip.
Thank you! NAG - VILAN
July 2009
Thank you for showing us the beauty and warmth of Greece. We have been inspired by the deep blue of the Aegean Sea and the many wonderful places we have seen and experienced together. Marcea I,
July 2009
Thank you so much for giving us the most fantastic and amazing holiday experience ever! We have enjoyed every single moment. You have taken us to such special places and shown us a very different Greece. Simply perfect hospitality. Greece was great, the crew was even better!COCHRANE & WILLIAMS,
August 2009
It has been an amazing week, the memories we have shared with friends promised not to be forgotten soon! Your attention to detail, advice, service and cuisine have passed all my expectations. I am sad that this trip has ended, but I hope that it will be repeated in the future.Guy A.
August 2009
Dear Venia & Yorgos, We have got a brilliant vacation thanks to you! We really enjoyed the time together because of your company, your tasteful dishes, your efforts and care.Best wishes & good luckIvan M.
August 2009
We don’t have words to describe this
week. Everything was just perfect. We don’t know how to say which was the best
part: the yacht, the skipper, Venia or the company! Everything was amazing!
George and Venia were the best. We hope to live that dream again. It was
unforgettable. There are no words, only sentiments.Thanks
for everything, for making us so happy! The Gazpacho’s team
June 2010
First time to the Greek Isles – and how wonderful. George & Venia were wonderful! Great food, swimming & atmosphere. Can't wait do it again. Thank you for a great relaxing sail to all the Greek Is. Ios was our favourite! Till next time. The Porters
June 2010
we are very happy to come to Greece and be with you. You are the best Captain and Venia is wonderful. Maybe I come back and you go to Greece and we swim in hot waters, in volcano. We love you. La Crete, Robert the photographer.
June 2010
I want to thank you for a wonderful vacation. We came to the Greek Islands with many expectations and you have fulfilled them all. Your country is beautiful and Greeks make it unforgettable. Both you are as Greeks. Thanks for everything. Anabella
July 2010
Thanks for everything... It was an amazing trip... I enjoy very very very very very very very very very much!! From Dominican Republic a big hug and kisses. Thank you very much... Loves Patricia
July 2010
Special time, special people, special treat, excellent food. Wise and
important choose of sailing. Thanks for ever. Jose
July 2010
This has been a wonderful experience. We heard that Geece is a very special place, not because of the history, beautiful nature, green and dry landscape, blue skies and crystal hot waters but because of people like you who had made us feel at home, well taken care of, pampered and cared for. The most valuable treasure of a country it's people and that's what we've found in Greece. Thank you for being our crew but most important, thank you for becoming our friends. God bless, Alejandra and Manolo
July 2010
we were impatient to be together again. We were keeping the warm memories from the last year. You were so kind again. The quality, the hospitality, the professionalism are the highest again as last year. The friendship and the adventures, the delicious dishes and surprises – these are the things diserve and coming back to you... We cherish for our next year's coming. It will be perfect if everywhere and everyone worked as you with heart and we receive so kind service as here. Thank you for everything. Buggy, Galia, Vesko, Ivan
July 2010
...thank you for such a marvellous week full of beauty, rest, sun and good living. We all had a memorable time and a real energy. Charlyne We had such a nice week that you will see us next year!!! Thanks to Venia and Yorgos for this beautiful week... Dariane & Pierre
July 2010
I loved our time with you sailing the islands. You both made all of us feel right at home with you. The food was incredible Venia! I gained many kilos with your great cooking. The overnight at Milos was fabulous! Loved the caves. Please come visit us in Montana. Zoey
July 2010
I had no Idea what to expect of Greece. Now Greece to us is Yorgos, Venia and the IDEA! What a great way to be introduced to Greece. Braun
July 2010
Dears, Thank you for a wonderful experience – the best! Your attention to details and personalization made this , the lifetime things we antieydated. Tony and Karen
July 2010
Venia and Yorgos, We sailed into the Ionian sea. We didn't know what we would see. Our captain and hostess were the best. The guidance and cooking for the great. Many islands we did sail. The trip was great, all dreams fulfilled. We thank you for the Greek islands. Bill, Jonne
August 2010
Thank you for our sun and excellent holiday! We had a wonderful time tanning and swimming. Thank you so much. Max
August 2010
The journey is far more important than the arrival. The trip …. This has been a total break from everyday life. Thank you both so much. PS. Getting old may … be so bad..... It was very special. Thank you. Alistair
August 2010
Thank you guys, so much this an amazing trip for us! I loved every moment of it. Love, Rain
Thank you so much for one of the most incredible trips I've ever been on! Greece is truly stunning but you 2 made it spectacular! Efcharisto, John
One day George, I will do a thousand push ups in a day! and be able to cook as well as Venia! But until then I'll leave it to you two. Thank you for making this a super duper fun trip. Venia you are the best cook in the world! David xxx I love Venia cooking!!! Andrew Will you marry me, Venia? James They're not kidding. Sarah
August 2010
With your wonderful patiencce and skills you made this the first experience of sailing a heaven. The kids and the whole family love you and appreciate youe opened of mind, especially with the difficult challenge of Kosher food cooking. We had a wonderful time. We cannot wait until sailing with you very soon. Sarah, Maurice, Eythan and the whole crazy family (From France)
August 2010
Thank you so much, it was amazing, peaceful and full of small adventures in each island - in the middle of heaven! We love you and foe sure will come back! Deborah, Yoni, Odelia and Emanuel Touitou From Israel
It's my first time to be in a boat and it was very nice!!! With people so good, all the time the food was excellent and very tasty.. and the skipper was very cute and friendly (it's you Yorgos) ha, ha, ha. This week was with lot experience. (I know I don't write this good but anyway) I love you, Odelia
August 2010
Dear George thank you for an amazing trip! This was my first trip to Greece and you made it a very fun one. Hope to sail with you again. Markay and Josh
August 2010
I had an excellent trip. Thank you so much for taking us around and telling us about your wonderful country. You and Venia made it very memorable for me. I hope to be able to return to Greece and that you will be the skipper. Thanks again. Mike Bodell
August 2010
Thank you for everything! We had a great time! I say Tropa you say Caney Tropicana! Mike Mitchel Sincerely,
September 2010
we all had a fantastic time – especially when you took us to the secluded caves and bays. The 1st night at Poisiden was great as were all the others! Thanks again for showing us such a wonderful place. Catie and Mat
May 2011
We had a fabulous time aboard the Idea this week. Alex is a fantastic captain and Erenna is an amazing chef, we are very happy and well fed! Thank you both for everything and remember: I’m on a boat!
Luv AngHovi, Commodore
Bermuda
Thank you for everything Alex and Erenna. Fantastic boat even a better crew.
Kevin Hovi, LT-Commander, Bermuda
P.S. Have a great summer.
An amazing trip with truly awesome crew. Thank you very much for your wonderful care, attention and cooking. Congrats to Erenna and Alex for a brilliant time.
Tony and Janet Midshipmen
I wish there was a better place on this boat to just sit and read and relax so that everyone else could stop being jealous of my spot. Thanks for the rogue waves and great food.
Andrea Sterzuk, It-Commander, Regina, Saskatchewan - Canada
Thanks guys for such an amazing trip. Despite the weather it was a fantastic week J
Sam (Commander)
Thanks to Alex and Erenna. Alex for raising the sails whenever the wind was over 4 knots and Erenna for truly awesome food! Alex-great frappes, Erenna – great margaritas!!Good luck to both of you.
Shara and James (Mid-Shipmen)
Thanks for making our time in Greece such a memorable experience. Had a fantastic time sailing around the Saronic islands and loved the food. Thanx Alex and Erenna
Phil (Commodore, Bermuda)
June 2011
We came from Russia and stayed on board IDEA! For 1 marvelous week. The weather was good if not for weak winds but the last day was a race!
Next time we will go to Cyclades as we like a strong wind!
Special thanks to Alex who despite his young age is a very experienced and professional captain and just a nice guy and wish him all the best. We appreciate Irina’s cooking talent, knowledge of the Greek history and pleasant way of communication .Sorry we ate so little to enjoy more of her delicious cuisine!
The only thing to complain about is that this week passed too quickly!
We are determined to come back !
Thank you and good luck!
Sergey Krivov (04/06/2011-11/06/2011)
June 2011
We came to celebrate Harry's birthday all the way from los Angeles, California and Erinna and Alex made my first sailing experience one that I will never forget.
The catamaran was great ,the Greek Islands we visited beautiful, but what made this trip unforgettable was the delicious greek food Erinna prepared ,the great guidance of our skipper Alex,and their warm & friendliness that they provide & gave us.
Thank you very much.
Jose-Otiz
June 2011
Our sailing experience aboard Idea! Was simply fantastic. The boat, the crew, the food and the destinations all exceeded our expectations. Alex was excellent as our skipper. He made for smooth sailing to a great mix of ports and swimming spots. We enjoyed his company , his expertise and his knowledgeable guidance.Erinna’s food was outstanding.It was like having a Mamma on board (expect much younger and prettier). She is an incredible young woman and was an absolute pleasure to sail with. This has been a long planned celebration for my friend Harry's 50th birthday. He wanted to be with his closest friends and show them a little of his Greek heritage. It could not have been better. This was our first visit to Greece. We will certainly return.
Thank you,
Fred & Jill Gaines
June 2011
A week in paradise!I had high hopes and Alex & Erinna exceeded all of them.You cannot have a better crew. Words are inadequate to express the appreciation we feel –first to Yota and Istion for making the reservation process such a pleasure, including answering all our questions, no matter how trivial .
Alex is a flawless skipper, knowledgeable and always wanting to please. Erinna is a joy to travel with. A fabulous chef, and incredibly knowledgeable about Greece. I could go on and on. Our week was fabulous and we can’t wait for our next sail.
Efharisto poli!
Harry Zinn & Dwight Turner
July 2011
Dear Venia, dear Alexandros!
We just want to say, that it was a wonderful week! It was a lovely time with you and the food was “veniestic”. To Alexandros we want to say, that he is a really good Tender-Driver because he kept going on until we finally had to fall over :D.
Thank you!
YOUR, GERMAN SAILING GANG!
Thank you for all!
The food was delicious,
the bays were beautiful, and the boat was great!
I was very happy this week!
Thank you!
Jonathan J
August 2011
Dear Venia + Alex
The trip was exceptional, the food fantastic + sailing with the two of you was the best vacation we’ve ever had + we travel a lot! Your love for Greece, the boat + the greek islands was evident in everything you did. We will be back and I will write your cruise up in some of my newsletters. Change nothing + keep up the great operation you have here.
Ron + Tami Holland,
The Republic of South Carolina
Alex + Venia,
Our week with you both has been unforgettable. The passion that Alex has for sailing + Venia for cooking + food made the trip amazing. We really hope to keep in touch + see you again.
Bill + Jenni Bilek
Dear Alex & Venia,
Thank you for such a wonderful week aboard the IDEA! We loved every moment, windy + not. The food was out of this world I will be heading home to try my hand at these dishes , though I know I will pull in comparison. See you soon, it will be impossible to keep us away. And If you’re ever in Miami, look us up!.
XOXO Emily + Eli
September 2011
Dear Alex & Irene
Thanks so much for making our “honeymoon” so memorable. We will always treasure the memories of the very short 3 weeks that we spent with you.
Irene, keep practicing your “bow line” and your rope throwing.
Alex, you did a great job of keeping me away from the special fishing spots where the 29kg tuna was.
Love,
Jim & Antonietta
Dear Irene and Alex
We all had a great “Idea” back in Melbourne and decided on Greece for our next sailing adventure. What an Idea that was. Sailing for 3 weeks on Idea! Has been as truly wonderful adventure and experience. Thank you both for making it so: We will never forget this holiday.
Sally & Ian Cessford
Australia
Thank you Alex & Irini,
Jenny & Heinz
We loved the history of your country, and the people are like our brothers!
Sheree & Geoff
