Nothing short of an adventure, this trip truly went above and beyond all of our expectations....... Your South African hosts, Roux and his lovely partner Christine, made us feel welcome as soon as we stepped aboard there lovely boat “Era” aptly named after a music group from there homelands, and possibly also a start of a new era in there lives too, and who knows....maybe for anyone who steps aboard also??!!. Looking for an escape from dry land and a chance to see this beautiful part of the world from the water, It truly didn’t disappoint from the off....a trip to Bequia was our first port of call and after a spot of fishing on the way and a glass in hand that was never empty, our captain Roux effortlessly sailed us across, all the years of their sailing experience shining through. Before we knew it, we where moored in the beautiful bay of port Elizabeth, a great snorkelling spot and without hesitation we were both in and taking in the wonders of underwater life! lobster, small colourful fish and even a turtle put in an appearance. As the sun set, Christine was busy in the kitchen.....the smells of cuisine wafting from the galley and we knew we were in for a great dinner! Never experiencing South African cuisine before, and after many interesting conversations with them about the different cultures residing in South Africa, the dinner and every subsequent meal so flawlessly cooked, really took the taste buds on a journey.....amazing!. Living in close quarters with anyone who you have never met before could be a daunting thought....hence the “wild card” Your hosts Roux and Christine will make you feel so welcome that, before you know it, it’s like they are old friends you haven’t seen for ages! your living space is half of the boat, private bathrooms etc and rather ideal is located on the same side as the bar area!!!....all mod cons are on board, and the pair of them have tailored it to suit perfect living at sea! Many stories from there journeys play a big role in your day and the pair of them are a wealth of knowledge not just in sailing but in the rich tapestry of life also, you really can’t help but be honoured with the time you will spend with them and the memories you will gain.......priceless! Upon returning from Bequia back to St Vincent we had a few days sailing on the leyward side of the island, mooring in the evenings in quiet bays and watching the sun go down from various aspects offered by being on a boat.....and one that gives you many different spaces to find your selves sitting and looking.....relaxation at its very best!. We would both strongly recommend you playing a “wild card” put yourselves in the very competent hands of such an amazing couple, for an experience you will never forget and an “era” you will want to get back to!

We had 4 lovely nights onboard Era, traveling between the various Grenadine islands. Waking up each morning to a different sandy beach, often in bright blue crystal clear water (clouds got in the way a couple of times) was a wonderful experience. If you are used to boats, you know the cabins (rooms) are usually small, but this unique catamaran had a larger cabin than I am used to. Christine and Roux are wonderful people, they will do so much to make your trip wonderful. Roux has a lot of life's experiences to share, and loads of trivia. Christine makes amazing meals, my favorite being a South African dish called Boobooti. She makes awesome drinks too! Don't pass lobster night on the beach in the Tobago Cayes. If you love music, be sure to bring your collection to play, they have a nice sounding stereo system.

I can't say enough great things about the week we spent sailing with Roux & Christine aboard Era. They were like family and treated us so kindly, especially our daughter who learned a lot about sailing. We sailed around to great beaches, snorkel spots, and delicious grilled lobster on secluded beaches. It's the perfect getway with wonderful hosts. The meals were always tasty, especially when you catch dinner from the yacht. Ample opportunities for relaxation, but plenty of chances for adventures as well. You'll love your stay onboard Era!

We recently spent time on Era with Roux and Christine and what a great time we had! So many lovely moments to remember, here are but a few…Beautiful sunrises on the trampoline with good coffee; Sailing and fishing around the islands; Exploring the islands while eating, drinking and meeting colorful locals; Exhilarating snorkeling with turtles, stingrays, nurse sharks and amazing Caribbean aquatic life; Simply breathtaking sunset and green flash spells on the trampoline with rum; Christine’s delicious cooking and long tranquil nights with philosophizing and rum! Roux and Christine are both caring and entertaining hosts and Era is comfortable and well appointed. If you are looking for a wonderful boat holiday or an unforgettable Caribbean experience, Era with Roux and Christine as hosts are highly recommended!

We absolutely loved our time onboard yacht Era with Christine and Roux. Their hospitality was second to none. Roux has a story and a joke for every occasion so the laughter was flowing and Christine has an exceptional culinary talent creating YUMMY food! Yacht Era is spacious and comfortable. We had good ventilation in our cabin provided by the two big hatches and the bed was super cosy. Roux and Christine's knowledge of the Grenadines made all the difference taking us to the best spots to really soak up what the place has to offer.

Sail around the most beautiful islands in the world. Snorkel in blue warm water amongst abundant marine life. Visit Grenada's famous St. George's underwater sculptures. Go onshore for some excellent restaurants in the Marinas and visit some cool and characterful "hole-in-the-wall" blues joints. All of this with your ocean-crossing hosts with unusual experiences and stories to share from Africa, the Atlantic Ocean and other interesting places . Then catch your own fish, and if you are lucky, Christine will prepare a delicious meal for you! When you do not want to do anything but relax, that's good too.