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COMMENTS FROM OUR GUEST BOOK: 2004 - 2006 SEASONS
The holidays
‘a fabulous week, relaxing and interesting ‘
Catharine Taylor (UK) and Sue Mackinnon (Australia)
‘a magical week – will return next year’
Mayhill Fowler (Oakland, California)
‘absolutely faultless – a fantastic holiday’
Eleni Fosiropoulos (Greece)
‘this is the only way to explore the ancient sites of the Turkish coast’
Catharine Pownall (Turkey)
‘our holiday aboard was truly memorable’. ‘Odysseus’ should have a Certificate of Excellence for service to sybaritic epicureans’
The Peter Rook group (UK)
‘we have experienced a splendid combination of sea and land expeditions’ Bramleys and Childs (UK), Knights and McDermotts (USA)
‘thank you for the most marvellous first visit to Turkey, I had no idea how beautiful Turkey was and how varied all the sites we visited would be’
Veronica Veenbaas (UK)
‘I will always remember Cnidus at sunset. The atmosphere was so beautiful; one could almost see the ancient Greek city glimmering for a minute’
Caroline Fowler (USA)
‘what an enchanting voyage – the most beautiful coast – anywhere’
Mayhill Fowler (USA)
‘this is the first time I have come on the same type of holiday 2 years running now I an seriously thinking of coming 3 years running!’
Catharine Pownall (Turkey)
‘interesting, informative, relaxing, enjoyable holiday. I feel very pampered’
Sue Mackinnon (Australia)
‘the days were long and relaxing with plenty of variety, opportunities to swim, relax and enjoy the sunshine, read and appreciate all thing Turkish. I long to return and cannot remember such a great week. I feel fulfilled and refreshed’ Marina MacMannus (UK)
‘it has been the most enchanting week’
The Lawrence group.
‘a fabulous week, relaxing, interesting, with time for reflection and stepping back in time’
Catherine Pownall (UK) and Sue Mackinnon (Australia)
‘a week of culture, fun, interacting plus exchanges of ‘entente cordial’
The Carola Cooper group (UK)
‘a fantastic trip on our wonderful and comfortable boat. I enjoyed everything from archaeology lessons, magical coastline, swimming, not forgetting the food and good company‘
Edmee McNally (Austria)
‘the boat was fantastic, the crew was fantastic, the food was fantastic and the weather was fantastic. All in all, it would be very difficult to find fault with anything’
The Robert Colvill group (UK)
‘I want to re-thank you for the wonderful days spent in ‘Odysseus’, the experience has been unforgettable. You have a very good boat and a superb crew, keep them always and your success will be warranted’
The Joaquin Ortega group (Spain)
‘we have all had an excellent holiday experience on a fantastic gullet. We will remember the cruise for a long, long time and will certainly be back’
Karen Guest (UK)
‘the boat has been kept like a jewel case and the diamonds in her sparkling at all time
Karolina Haas de Heveningham (UK)
‘Odysseus was always immaculate – itinerary was perfect’
Marcia Girard (UK)
‘we thank you for your dedication, which has turned a dream into an amazing experience’
The Joaquin Ortega group (Spain)
The Crew; Captain, Master Chef, Steward and sailor
‘wonderful crew, kind and helpful’
Catharine Taylor (UK) and Sue Mackinnon (Australia)
‘a special thanks to Dargan for always making me feel like a houseguest’ and not a customer – a very special quality – rare!’
Catharine Pownall (Turkey)
‘the crew have been AMAZING and so hard working.’
Hannah Vokes (Wales)
‘from dawn to dusk, we were spoilt with wonderful food and service.’
The Peter Rook group (UK)
‘crew excellent!!!! I hope to come back ‘
Lola (Spain)
‘you set the tone by your excellent working relationships and extremely professional knowledge and demeanour – always smiling helpful and courteous’ Bramleys, Childs (UK), Knights and McDermotts (USA)
‘the best crew ever now on ‘Odysseus’
Chris Hanson-Abbot (UK)
‘our gratitude and heartfelt good wishes to this fantastic crew, who together with the magnificent ‘Odysseus’ and Turkey’s scenery, have turned this trip into an unforgettable one, which we will always remember as very special’
The Joaquin Ortega group (Spain)
‘the most wonderful personalised service from a very professional crew who almost knew before we knew ourselves what it was we wanted!’
Veronica Veenbaas (UK)
‘Captain, you are a captain capable of any voyage. I would feel safe sailing with you anywhere.’
Caroline Fowler (USA)
‘a captain to whom one can trust one’s fate.’
Mayhill Fowler (USA)
‘the boat was sailed brilliantly.’
The Peter Rook and group (UK)
‘an impeccable steward with a smile that greets every meal’
Caroline Fowler (USA)
‘the crew were great fun and I loved the luxury and attention to detail’
Marina McManners (UK)
‘the crew have looked after us with utmost graciousness’
The Lawrence group (UK)
‘the crew of ‘Odysseus’ is simply fantastic’
Philipp Haas (Switzerland)
‘the crew could not be faulted and genuinely and enthusiastically went out of their way to pamper us’
The Robert Colvill group (UK)
‘JUST THE BEST. The crew nourished and nurtured us 24hrs a day. Warm and friendly – totally professional. We loved them.’
Marcia Girard (UK)
‘the crew could not have been more welcoming, efficient, clean; working every hour of the day to please and smile, providing every desire, wish and laughs. Well above excellent.’
Karolina Haas de Heveningham (UK)
The cuisine and dining experience.
‘we were spoilt with wonderful food and service’
The Peter Rook group (UK)
‘the chef’s skill in the galley is a marvel and dining on deck was memorable on each occasion.’
The Lawrence group (UK)
‘the excellence of the gourmet meals.’
Mayhill Fowler (USA)
‘food has been beautiful – especially for me as a vegetarian, I really appreciate the effort of the chef went to.’
Hannah Vokes (Wales)
Swimming and the sea
‘we all enjoyed daily exhilarating swims – even the reluctant swimmer. The water was always warm and inviting, endearing us to this lovely country of Turkey.’ Bramleys, Childs (UK), Knights and McDermotts (USA)
‘warm seas just right for swimming and trips ashore’
Veronica Veenbaas (UK)
‘cruising these turquoise waters has been a veritable odyssey, that will have indelible memories with us all.’
The Lawrence group (UK)
The gulet ‘Odysseus’, 75ft, five double cabins.
‘A luxury hotel afloat with charming little extras in cabin and at table.’
Chris Hanson-Abbot (UK)
‘There are many gulets, but few, which have been surveyed by the undersigned, to compare with ‘Odysseus’, which is a British-flagged and managed luxury gulet with interior design by the British owner. It is equipped to European Standards rather than Turkish tourist standards. It is quite unusual to find this level of safety equipment on a Turkish gullet.’
Richard Naylor, Chartered Marine Surveyor acting for our Insurance Company (UK)
‘Odysseus’ itself, what a magnificent boat’
Mayhill Fowler (USA)
‘from the moment we boarded this gleaming and beautiful gulet, we know that a very special week was beginning.’ Bramleys, Childs (UK), Knights and McDermotts (USA)
‘Odysseus’ is a beautiful yacht and it has truly been a privilege to be on board’ The Lawrence Group (UK)
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