14 September 2024
Hi Emma - I am sure the other members of our party will drop you a line as I am equally sure I speak for us all today. I cannot thank you enough for organising our trip the other week. In truth all of us had some mild 'trepidations' about what it would be like but I can say that we had a marvellous time. I want to be specific here. Our skipper, Charlie, was a revelation and we owe him a great deal for making our trip so exciting and enjoyable. He exemplifies a 'duty of care'; put all of our minds at rest when we concerned about the weather and adapted his plans to ensure we had the best of times. He ran a great crew and we all felt confident and secure in his leadership. He was also great company and nothing was ever too much. I told him that you have our details here and if he is ever in Merseyside he should contact us. Please pass my details should he ever request. The guide, Lindsay was first class. Knowledgeable, personable and patient with ' elderly knees' she made a great contribution to our trip. We all loved her guided tours of the islands, her knowledge of the wildlife and her choice of the best routes for the conditions. The evening briefing with her and Charlie, reflecting on the day and discussing prospects for the the following day were really enjoyable. Made you feel you were part of something..we all agreed. I have to mention Charlie the cook. Charlie's food was first class. We all agreed that it was rare, and we are well travelled, to have that quality food so consistently. Please thank her. And last but NOT least the 'human dynamo' Sofia. She described her role a the stewardess which we all felt was an understatement. In truth we were constantly amazed at how efficient she was in everything she did. Her dinner table settings, her service and her engaging manner were a delight. A first class employee in my view. They were a great crew and exceptionally well lead. I know you are booked up for the future but I am sure we would all agree that if we ever decide on a trip to the Hebrides we would choose you company..,.and the Emma Jane. Thanks to all - Bill frost
Bill Frost
Emma I would like to thank all the crew who looked after me on my cruise recently. It was an amazing trip and I enjoyed it more than any trip I have done in the last 10 years. The crew worked together in such harmony and made us (the visitors ) feel so comfortable in their company on board, and at the same time helped us get to see some of the most exciting scenes on the visited islands that I have ever experienced. Ritchie, Colin, Lindsay, Ashley and Jordan made life so easy and interesting for us, each in such a different way, all experts in their own field. It was the best holiday decision I have made in a very long time. Thanks to your company and to the crew for their hard work. May I wish you and your company every success in the future; you deserve it!
Mary Strachan: 4 July 2022St Kilda and the isles of the Outer Hebrides