While the boat Tapas was as expected, the crew exceeded all expectations of our charter.

Our extended family—parents, our four adult sons, and two daughters-in-law, recently spent an unforgettable week aboard the yacht Tapas with Captain Matija Pavlović and MC, and the experience exceeded every expectation we had.

From the moment we stepped on board, Matija created a welcoming environment that made all eight of us feel instantly at home. Managing a group of varied ages and personalities isn’t always easy, but Matija balanced everyone’s interests with incredible ease, making each of us feel cared for and completely included.

His knowledge of the British Virgin Islands is outstanding. Every day brought a new highlight secluded beach, a spectacular snorkeling spot, or a perfectly timed sail between islands—each chosen with our family dynamics in mind. He orchestrated the itinerary so seamlessly that it felt like the islands were unfolding just for us.

Matija’s professionalism and mastery of seamanship were evident in everything he did. His calm, confident demeanor made us feel safe at all times, even in challenging winds or busy anchorages. Yet he pairs that competence with genuine warmth, humor, and a positive spirit that made even simple moments onboard feel special.

Whether he was helping the adventurous members of our family find the best places to explore, or giving space to those who wanted to relax and soak in the scenery, Matija always seemed to know exactly what each person needed. His ability to connect with everyone—parents, sons, and daughters-in-law alike—made the trip feel personal and perfectly tailored.

Our week with Captain Matija was truly one of the finest family vacations we’ve ever taken. If you’re considering a yacht charter in the British Virgin Islands, you couldn’t choose a better captain. He transforms a beautiful sailing trip into an extraordinary family memory.

An exceptional experience from start to finish.

In addition to the captain, another of the highlights of our trip was the incredible talent, warmth, and artistry of Chef Mary “MC” Campbell.

From the very first meal to the last, MC delivered a dining experience worthy of a top-tier resort, yet with the comfort, creativity, and personal touch that only a gifted private chef can provide. Every dish she prepared was beautifully presented, perfectly balanced, and crafted with thoughtfulness and care. Whether it was a fresh, bright breakfast, a vibrant island-inspired lunch, or a showstopping dinner, MC turned each meal into an event we looked forward to.

One of the standout moments of the entire week was her extraordinary jerk turkey Thanksgiving feast. Preparing something so special in a yacht galley is no small feat, yet MC delivered a holiday meal that was both festive and unforgettable, flavorful, tender, and infused with her signature creativity. It made celebrating Thanksgiving in the islands feel magical.

MC’s collaboration with Captain Matija was another huge part of what made the trip feel effortless. The two work together with seamless coordination and genuine respect, creating an atmosphere on board that is relaxed, joyful, and incredibly well-orchestrated. Their synergy ensured that meals were timed perfectly with sailing plans, activities, and family energy, helping each day unfold smoothly and beautifully.

Beyond her culinary skill, MC is simply wonderful to be around, warm, thoughtful, upbeat, and always attentive without ever being intrusive. She connected effortlessly with each member of our family, and her ability to accommodate different tastes and preferences made everyone feel cared for.

Chef Mary Campbell is a true gem, an exceptional chef, a gracious host, and an essential part of what made our week on Tapas, one of the best family vacations we’ve ever had. Anyone fortunate enough to sail with her will remember the meals, the creativity, and the warmth long after the trip ends.

These two crew helped us have a great experience in every way. I highly recommend Matija and MC.

"Our skipper was great, super helpful and friendly. Professional and experienced beyond his years! Felt incredibly safe the entire time and had some great conversations.
10/10 couldn’t fault him!"

Matija’s personality and Croatian background makes him a perfect skipper. He was very familiar with restaurants and clubs along the route and helped us plan our stops. He is also very easy going and fun to be around. He made our whole crew feel comfortable. He can also be very professional when called upon. My wife sprained her ankle and he coordinated a trip to an ER on the island that night. When the ER said they couldn’t help much where he then coordinated for us to get an Xray someplace else. Furthermore, he ensured we were back by the afternoon so we could meet back up with the rest of the crew. 10/10 skipper and we look forward to working with him in the future.

Matija was such a fun skipper! He provided awesome restaurant recommendations, and we really enjoyed our experience. We always felt very safe and informed on the boat. I had no idea that we’d bond with our skipper and host so much, and our entire group is super grateful that we had such amazing staff with us.

Matija was an exceptional skipper - his skills as a captain exceeded my expectations, and his ability to entertain while also ensuring the safety of his passengers was perfectly balanced. His knowledge of the area, being a local to Croatia, was invaluable. We could not have asked for a better skipper - and I look forward to sailing with Matija again one day.

Sam is a total legend. He was competent, welcoming, patient, and most importantly, for us, he knew where and how to have a good time.
We made a real friend this week, and wonderful skipper. He’s very personable and went above and beyond for everyone and the crew.

Sam is a smooth operator who is calm cool and collective at all times. He brings a vibe that is easy to match and a contagious smile that eases our worries. I would recommend a sailing experience with Sam to anyone who has a true longing and passion for the sea.

Sam was an absolute legend! He went above and beyond with anything we ever asked. He booked everything, made sure everything ran smoothly, and we had so much fun with him. I love him to be my skipper again!

Captain Sam was very helpful and accommodating. He made sure we all are having fun while keeping us safe.

Sam was amazing! I was trying to make our yacht week experience better, getting off the best places to swim and creating a great atmosphere the absolute best, great job!

Sam, the man. Zero complaints, very professional, his mind on the job. Could be my skipper any day.

Best person ever, very helpful and easy to get along with. He made our trip runs smoothly. It wouldn’t have been the same without him!

Sam was absolutely incredible. We always felt at all times. He was an expert and safe seller. He helped out with everything around the boat and worked hard to make sure we had a great time when we went to all of our destinations. Couldn’t have asked for more!

Sam was absolutely amazing! Every minute of the day he was there to help us with anything we needed! We broke three esky’s for our drinks and he got us new ones! He went above and beyond the call of action.

Sam was incredible. He was a great balance of being a really good skipper but also making sure we had a great time. He made us feel so comfortable and looked after us while we were out. He took us to so many incredible places and always had a smile on his face. He felt like part of our family, and we will miss him!