4 July 2025
It's difficult to add to Ellen's comments about this cruise, all of which we agree with, but we'll try. Firstly, we would like to echo her comments about the exceptional crew - all four of them combined to make this trip unforgettable. To get to St Kilda on our first attempt was amazing and we forgive Jake for weighing anchor at 4.30 in the morning to get us there. The fact that it was a misty, grey day just added to the atmosphere. Now, what didn't Ellen mention? Fantastic beach lunch/barbecue on Vatersay, the hot tub on board - with a dram!, the magical cave on the Shiants and the not quite so magical cave on Eigg, unbelievable numbers of birds on both St Kilda and the Shiants, 50 dolphins bow riding - wow!, fantastic seafood (did I mention that I caught some mackerel? Thanks, Jake) As Ruth said when we got back to Oban - "The only thing that would have made it more memorable would have been if Lauren had spotted a giraffe for us" Thank you James, Emma and the crew of the good ship Emma Jane.
Iain and Ruth Moody
It WAS extra special for us - thank you for helping to celebrate our anniversary with a lovely cake in the sunshine on decks. A very memorable occasion. Chef Jordan consistently provided first class quality food for all meals and there was plenty of it! It was good to hear from him about the dishes as they were served. The boat was very clean and felt comfortable and cared for. It was great to share evening meals with James and Will too. Cabin, saloon and deck areas were all excellent. The scenery was stunning and beautiful and it was good to have a daily briefing about plans for the next day. Go for it!
Stephen Russell-Smith: 30 April 2022Idyllic Islands: Mull, Iona, Staffa & the Treshnish Isles