Copper Penny Description
Copper Penny - An Innovative and luxurious offshore cruising catamaran, professionally crewed and available for charter in the pristine waters of the British Virgin Islands. Spacious, and well-equipped with both toys and technology, Copper Penny, a 2011 Lagoon 560, is the perfect vessel for experiencing the beautiful British Virgin Islands. Copper Penny accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 spacious cabins each with a queen sized bed and en-suite. Enjoy a Blu-Ray DVD on the 18´ flatscreen tv in your room or keep in touch and read the news online via the boat´s wireless internet. Watch your favorite college football team play on the 42 inch flatscreen 3-D TV in the salon or spend your time on Copper Penny completely unplugged - it´s your vacation, your way. If you like to be active, we´ve got the gear. Strap on the waterskis, snorkel a reef teeming with tropical fish or throw a line in the water as we sail to Anegada - activities and options abound on Copper Penny. If you´re a certified diver, your crew will happily schedule rendezvous dives for certified divers - you will definitely want to check out some of the great dives in the BVI like the Wreck of the Rhone or Diamond Reef. What more to say? Swimming, snorkeling, hiking, wakeboarding, tubing - or just relaxing with a book and one of the chef´s specialty rum drinks. Copper Penny - what could be better?
Cruising Area of Copper Penny
Accommodations
COPPER PENNY can accommodate 6 guests in 3 cabins. The Master cabin has a queen size bed, walk around floor level , dry head shower and toilet. 2 Guest cabins have a queen size bed, walk-around step up access on both sides , dry heads, shower and toilet. COPPER PENNY is fully air conditioned through out. Crew has a separate head and shower.
Specification
Water Sports
2 Stand-Up Paddleboards
A new Lift electric efoil & towable foil board for beginners
Underwater lights
42´ Satellite blueray TV, 3D movie capability
18´ flatscreen TVs and Blue ray DVD players in each cabin
free internet
Scuba Diving 
Entertainment
Cuisine
Green Initiatives
Eco-friendly cleaners, soaps and shampoo Cloth napkins Recycling where possible Educating guests about protecting our reefs and oceans
Copper Penny Crew Profile
Captain
Chef / Mate
Meet the Crew of Copper Penny
Captain Ben Raley and First Mate/Chef Rachel Haskovec are an energetic, professional yachting and charter host team. Together they have a deep passion for all of the adventures that the Virgin Islands have to offer and enjoy sharing them with others. As a couple they offer a charming graciousness that helps people to feel comfortable and fully relaxed. They work closely with every charterer to match their guest’s level of interest with the right level of activity, dining, and relaxation.
This year will be their eighth season chartering together in the BVI.
Captain Ben Raley
Ben was born & raised on the Gulf of Maine, and has harbored a love of the sea his entire life. Building his first rowboat with his father at the age of six, Ben knew that the ocean was where he belonged. At eight, he started sailing aboard a Rhodes 19’ and by the age of 18, he made his way from Portsmouth, NH to Hawaii via the Caribbean islands and Panama Canal aboard various sailboats. Eventually settling in Washington State’s Puget Sound, Ben taught sailing in a community sailing program during the summer months and apprenticed under a local shipwright in the winters. Finally, aboard his own 32’ sailboat, he was able to fulfill a dream of sailing back to New Hampshire. Adventures along the way to fund his dream included; working as a deckhand aboard ocean going tugboats hauling freight through Southeast Alaska, commercial fishing for giant bluefin tuna, delivering sailboats along the west coast of Central America, and working as mate aboard a luxury charter yacht based in Petersburg, Alaska where he learned the finer points of running top quality charters. Tropical seas calling him, Ben focused his efforts on the Virgin Islands and has successfully Captained three charter catamarans based in the BVI. Ben is excited to be aboard Copper Penny, sailing the crystal-clear waters and trade winds of the US & British Virgin Islands.
Ben is an avid angler, with a particular interest in fly fishing, and has spent many hours discovering techniques and places in the Virgin Islands that can be productive for catching Tarpon, Bonefish, and several other species of hard fighting saltwater fish; the best season for targeting these species is April-July.
As a kitefoiler and paraglider, Ben knows where the conditions will be best on any given day for sailing and sport. Ben´s newest endeavor in the water sports world is hydrofoiling. He loves to teach others how to fly above the water. Copper Penny has recently acquired a Lift electric hydrofoil and a towable hydrofoil, both designed for novices to learn on.
Chef/Mate/Yoga Practitioner & Therapeutic Yoga Instructor:
Rachel was born with an adventurous spirit, and grew up hiking, camping, fishing, and eagerly exploring her love for the outdoors on the front range of Colorado, between Boulder and Fort Collins. With a degree in Business Administration from CSU, she worked in sales and marketing for a power tool company and relocated to Boston, quickly developing a passion for the ocean, enjoying swimming, SCUBA diving, sea kayaking and catching and cooking the freshest seafood. Her fascination with sailboats also started in New England, where she called on and worked with the manufacturing facilities of Hinckley Yachts in Maine and observed the construction process from start to finish of some of the finest yachts in the world.
Rachel has also pursued her passion for food and entertaining, working with the Culinary Institute of Montana where winters included skiing and working in fine dining establishments while the summer months involved rock climbing, rafting, and racing sailboats on the largest natural freshwater lake in the western US. Missing the salty air and vastness of the ‘big blue’, Rachel left the US to live and work aboard a sailboat and deliver her from Florida to Bocas del Toro, Panama. Eventually spending extensive time in Central America, Rachel founded Nicaragua Energetic Flow Yoga, working as a full-time traveling yoga instructor at six resorts on the Pacific side of Nicaragua. She also managed and cooked at a B&B guesthouse in the jungle outside San Juan del Sur. As an athlete and therapeutic yoga instructor, Rachel is adamant about using the freshest quality local ingredients to create healthy and delicious meals that feed the body, mind and the soul.
Rachel is a passionate Yoga practitioner and Licensed Yoga Instructor, specializing in therapeutic practices. Over the years in the VI Rachel has had access to beautiful beaches and outdoor venues where she loves to bring interested guests to start their day with a gentle class or meditation. Her teaching style reflects her belief that yoga should be accessible to everyone, whether they have been practicing for years or have never been to a yoga class. These activities can be incorporated into your charter aboard Copper Penny and can add another layer of excitement or relaxation to your experience.
Ben and Rachel will be joined in November, 2023, by ´Bosun´, a 50 lb ´Coconut Retriever´. ´Bosun´, the newest crew member of Copper Penny, is a ´Belonger´ to the British Virgin Islands and spent the first 6 months of his life living aboard a charter boat with his best humans. He´s happy to be returning to the BVI on S/V Copper Penny to bring as much happiness to your charter as your pets do at home.
Copper Penny Calendar
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Copper Penny Reservations & Port Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Details (Holds can be challenged) |
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| Dec 28, 2024 | Jan 04, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI |
| Jan 05, 2025 | Jan 10, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Jan 11, 2025 | Jan 18, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI |
| Jan 19, 2025 | Jan 20, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Jan 21, 2025 | Jan 29, 2025 | Booked: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Jan 30, 2025 | Feb 01, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Feb 02, 2025 | Feb 09, 2025 | Booked: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Feb 10, 2025 | Feb 12, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Feb 13, 2025 | Feb 21, 2025 | Booked: Little Dix Bay, BVI to Tortola, Trellis Bay, BVI |
| Feb 22, 2025 | Feb 24, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Feb 25, 2025 | Mar 04, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI |
| Mar 05, 2025 | Mar 08, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Mar 09, 2025 | Mar 15, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI |
| Mar 16, 2025 | Mar 16, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Mar 19, 2025 | Mar 21, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Mar 22, 2025 | Mar 29, 2025 | Booked: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Mar 30, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Apr 01, 2025 | Apr 05, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI |
| Apr 06, 2025 | Apr 06, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI |
| Apr 09, 2025 | Apr 11, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Apr 12, 2025 | Apr 19, 2025 | Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI |
| Apr 20, 2025 | Apr 21, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Apr 24, 2025 | May 14, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| May 15, 2025 | Jun 06, 2025 | Booked: Tortola - Nanny Cay to Tortola - Nanny Cay |
| Jun 07, 2025 | Nov 01, 2025 | Unavailable: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI |
Copper Penny Rates / week
The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.Low price: $27,000
High price: $28,000
The high and low prices of this yacht depend on both the number of guests and the traveling season. Send us an inquiry for exact pricing.
Yacht terms: All Inclusive
An all-inclusive charter covers all provisioning and running expenses. This includes a captain and crew that is fully trained and committed to your safety and enjoyment of your trip. A chef will provide the kind of exceptional, personalized meal preparation that you would expect of a five-star restaurant. The listed rate may not include all local taxes, cruising permits, premium beverages and scuba activities. Inquire for more information.
ADDITIONAL RATE DETAILS
Holiday Season
Christmas week: up to 6 guests: US$34,000
New Years week: up to 6 guests: US$36,000
Charters outside the Virgins:
Regardless of whether or not a vessel may or may not include taxes in the vessel´s listed charter fees for Virgin Islands charters, in general, no fees, port dues, nor taxes are included in the charter fee for any charter outside the Virgin Islands unless otherwise agreed.
Copper Penny Guest Reviews
COPPER PENNY GUEST BOOK ENTRIES - May-June 2024
Dear Ben and Rachel (AKA BEST CREW EVER), This has been the most amazing trip we could ever imagine! The undivided quality time with family is something we rarely get and it has been a blessing – because of the two f you! Despite our crazy travel stories, we were welcomed aboard with open arms & ya’ll made it so easy to feel like home. Rachel, thank you for the delicious meals, adventurous (barefoot) hiking, showing us how to find the largest lobster in the world while snorkeling, and serving all of our needs and desires. Ben, thank you for being the best captain ever; getting us to the most beautiful places safe and sound, taking us to the coolest destinations, and doing the behind the scenes work on the boat. Ya’ll are two special people and you make such an amazing team. Many people don’t get the chance to ever do something like this and we are honored we got to charter on Copper Penny with you! We will miss you & Bosun A LOT!!! Love The Hamilton Family (June 2024)
You have made our trip the most amazing experience. This has been a once in a lifetime vacation for my wife and I. Thank you for your hospitality…..I don’t know how we can ever top this trip…..except to do it again! - Don & Robin (June 2024)
WOW!!! We aren’t sure where to start! Our trip from start to finish has been nothing short of spectacular!! You both have been a blessing to our trip. We are truly happy that we have you as new framily! We would love to be able to do another trip together sometime soon. Be Blessed and Stay Safe. – Curtis & Caleen (June 2024)
WOW! Where do we begin? This was a trip of a lifetime for us. We planned it a year ago and counted the months, weeks and days until it began. The two of you and the memories we made exceeded our expectations. The food, the islands, the adventures, all of it are so awesome! We cannot thank you enough and words cannot express how grateful we are. Thank you for the attention to detail and thinking of ALL the little aspects that made this trip one that we will never forget. You will always be considered family and part of our tribe. – Keith & Jill (June 2024)
Thank you both for the most wonderful and relaxing time aboard the Copper Penny. I have heard about you for years from friends who sailed on Soterion multiple times, so I certainly felt like I knew you already; and you immediately made me feel right at home as soon as I boarded! You make everything so special for each guest & it was appreciated. I hope to return soon! - Delisa (May 2024)
What an amazing week it has been on the Copper Penny. From the fantastic meals to the family meetings, it has been an experience we will never forget. Thank you for fulfilling another item on my husband’s bucket list and for being so understanding of my reluctance to swim and snorkel. Thank you both for the hospitality, the joy of being on your boat, on the water & your kindness. It was all fantastic! All the Best to you both! - Barbara & Steve (May 2024)
Few us of choose the road less traveled. Our journey with you gave me a glimpse into what you honor and value in your lives. You inspired me to embrace adventure more. This week has been a joy. Thank you for caring for us and sharing the beauty that you have chose to dwell within. You are two VERY special people. Thank you for this once in a lifetime trip. I feel so very blessed to have spent the week with you. Love, Chris (May 2024)
What an amazing trip. Then BVI’s are beautiful but I don’t think the trip would be the same without the two of you. Thank you for your hospitality and amazing ability to accommodate a range of preferences. You are both truly talented. We absolutely loved having Bosun aboard! What a great addition to our vacation! Stay safe, Max & Joe (May 2024)
COPPER PENNY GUEST BOOK ENTRIES - March & April, 2024
What an amazing week! We so enjoyed our time with all three of you! You never know what great adventures lie ahead or who you’re going to meet. We are so very grateful for the loving kindness that the two of you (and yes, even Bosun) share in your world. Thank you, Ben for all the attention to details when it came to planning each day. Rachel, your meals were fabulously flavorful and flexible. Thank you for truly listening to us. There are no “accidents” in life and your sharing of your yoga practice seems to have been just what the Universe’s message was supposed to be! The BVI and the Copper Penny are very special destinations – the water, the sailing, the light and sand all create a relaxing vacation week. (Really, we have never taken so many naps!) However, it’s the sharing times and attention from you that allowed us to feel safe and sound. We’re looking forward to sailing with you again in 2025! - Tricia, Yolande, Nancy & Sharon (April 2024 - booked 2nd trip prior to disembarking)
Ben, Rachel & Bosun, I feel very lucky that I got to celebrate my 40th birthday early on the Copper Penny! Everything was perfectly executed! You are so skilled at what you do, it is seamless. You make it look easy, but I know hosting guests for a week is anything but. We loved sharing your boat home & your furmate! We were so lucky with weather, but am aware that took planning too. We had repeat adventures and new experiences. I appreciate your willingness to accept and love my tribe. Your ability to take care of them makes me happy. I loved sharing with them what I love about this beautiful place and our wonderful “framily” who live aboard Copper Penny. We appreciate all that you did for us, it was a phenomenal week! Bridget, Brian, Karen, Bill, & Lisa (April 2024 - 3rd time returning guests)
Bosun, You know we love your Mom & Dad very much. We are delighted to have met you and hope you’ll consider us for your pack. Pease do bring your folks to Oklahoma. Our dog Happy would love to meet you & show you all his favorite spots. Thanks so much for an awesome trip! Can’t wait to return with our kids! - Mollie (March 2024 - 3rd time returning guest)
Here we are at Treasure Island. Having enjoyed a third voyage with the BEST “Captain & Cheffy” ever. You are treasures in our lives. Your care and compassion are what we strive for in our relationships with folks that come to visit us. You two warm our hearts every time we think of our time together. Thank you for the food, fun and framily. – Karl (Mar 2024 - 3rd time returning guest)
Thank you so much for your kindness and hospitality. You made our very first visit to the BVI a joy! If you’re ever in our neck of the woods, please contact us; we’d love to reciprocate the comfort. – Rodney & Cindy (March 2024)
There aren’t enough superlatives in the English language to describe time spent on the water with you. Thank you for all the planning, flawless execution and pre—arranged perfect weather! We love you lots & look forward to AGAIN AGAIN! - Anne (March 2024)
We embarked on a long-awaited trip with friends and in the process added a couple of new beach buddies and a fabulous pup. I can’t thank you enough for making this the trip of a lifetime. We unplugged, relaxed, refreshed & enjoyed our time with you. That is not always easy in our busy, high stress lives and we so enjoyed every minute. Can’t wait to do it again! - Peg & Rick (March 2024)
We can’t thank you enough for hosting us on your amazing tropical floating home! 27 years in the making and you far and away exceeded all of our dreams. We are looking forward to hosting you at our home anytime so we can share more highs, lows and cheers. You will always be part of our family! - Heather & Rich (March 2024)
Being on the Copper Penny has been a once in a lifetime experience! To spend it with great friends and meet our new friends in you will stay with us forever! Visiting the BVI over 9 years ago I thought was the best trip ever…..but nothing compares to this past week! Seeing new places, experiencing new adventures and doing all of this with your incredible hospitality! We feel like a part of your family and look forward to you visiting us to express the same for you. Your experiences, kindness & utmost professionalism was truly amazing. We learned so much from you and can’t wait to come back again to the Copper Penny! - Peyton & Dana (March 2024)
Thank you so much for helping us make such a special vacation with our friends! So many memories together and w are already talking about our “next” trip aboard Copper Penny! You both made the whole week effortless, exciting & so yummy! Can’t wait until you come visit us!!! - The Bernard’s (March 2024)
COPPER PENNY GUEST BOOK ENTRIES - January & February, 2024
It has been a pleasure meeting you both and being with you the past 10 days! Thank you so much for taking such good care of us on this excellent adventure, and Rachel, THANK YOU for taking care of my “special needs” eating habits. Hope to see you both again! - John & Sera (Feb 2024)
Thank you for making an extra special week for our family! Such a wonderful way to celebrate birthdays, time together + time with you two & Bosun! Bosun is such a great addition to your family! It was really nice getting to know you both on a deeper level. I consider you both friends and am so grateful for keeping in touch. Please never hesitate to reach out in you are in our area, we would love to host the three of you! Thanks for all the adventures! With Love, Hailey (Feb 2024 - 3rd time returning guest)
We can’t thank you enough for another wonderful trip and experience. You two always make us feel so welcome and like family. This is truly an event and experience that we can not duplicate anywhere else. We learn so much when we are here and gain greater appreciation for daily life. Thank you again and please stay in touch. Cheers and best wishes! Ryan (Feb 2024 - 3rd time returning guest)
Thank you again Ben and Rachel for such a wonderful time in the gorgeous BVI’s. You both really know how to entertain and you take such good care of your guests! Looking forward to coming back (AGAIN) to share this experience with more friends and family! Love you both! Jeff & Suzanne (Feb 2024 - 2nd time repeat guests)
Thank you for another wonderful BVI trip! They are the best ever! You two always make us feel like a big family! Love the sailing and wonderful food! - Kenny & Rhonda (Feb 2024 - 2nd time returning guests)
WOW! We knew the BVI’s would be spectacular and create lasting memories for our family. What we didn’t know was that Rachel, Ben & Bosun would turn a great trip into a trip of a lifetime. Their love for the BVI shines bright and their desire to make you feel like family is genuine. I could go on and on about all he amazing places and adventures, but I will simply say a huge THANK YOU to Rachel, Ben & Bosun for sharing their passion with our family and creating memories that will last a lifetime. See you again soon! - Wayne (Jan 2024)
From the moment I met you guys I knew that I was going to feel right at home. I didn’t know what to expect coming into this trip, but my expectations were more than exceeded. I couldn’t have asked for a better captain and chef to guide my adventure in the BVI! In my eyes, you were more than just that, now it feels like I have a little piece of my family in such a beautiful place. For the adventures we shared to the meals we had, I will never forget this experience. To me, this was more than a vacation. I feel that throughout all of our memorable adventures that I also learned a lot from the both of you as well. I loved just talking to you guys and hearing your perspectives on life. I am so grateful that I was able to share this week with you both & Bosun of course! & learn so much. You are both special people and I am so happy we ended up with you as our guides to the BVI. I cannot express how thankful I am for the countless adventures, beautiful meals, amazing cocktails and the overall welcoming culture you guys brought to me and my family. Also, my Mom’s side is very interested in planning an adventure in the BVI and I couldn’t think of better hosts. Thanks for everything! - Jack (Jan 2024)
Thank you Ben and Rachel for giving us the holiday dreams are made of! The BVI is paradise on earth but the trip wouldn’t have been the same without you. – Sara (Jan 2024)
It was really nice to live one week together on Copper Penny with you! Me and my family want to thank you for everything you have done to make our week wonderful. You are not only crew, you are now a part of our family and we will never forget you. – Stephano (Jan 2024)
We will never forget this amazing week with you! Thanks for your passion, devotion and love for your hard work, which is also your life. You showed us the most beautiful and magical corners of the BVI which made for a remarkable vacation! A big hug! - Fillipo (Jan 2024)
Feeling home away from home is not always easy, but you made it so easy! Thank you, Rachel and Ben for making our trip to the BVI the best we could have ever asked for! Please come to Italy! - Rebecca (Jan 2024)
COPPER PENNY GUEST BOOK ENTRIES - November & December, 2023
This trip began as an idea for Mom/Grandma’s 70th birthday milestone. Three generations were here in the BVI and everyone took something special and personal away from the experience. Ben & Rachel, we loved seeing the islands through your eyes. The relationships you forged with people here is remarkable. Nobody from our crew had any reservations and we all were excited for the adventures you prepared. The food, the drink and the laughs were part of the absolute enjoyment that we will all remember for life. Thank you so much for your ability to make us all feel at home + BOSUN, Abby has a special place in her heart for him! Much Love, Karen, Matt, Megan, Curtis & Abby (Dec 2023)
Thank you for an amazing trip! I think we had all highs & no lows this week! We can’t wait until next time! Love Megan (Dec 2023)
Thank you for everything you did to make the perfect experience on the Copper Penny!! Everyday was a unique & extraordinary experience, starting with the delicious breakfasts and ending with beautifully plated & delicious dinners. Your ease and grace with accommodating us was very comforting. I loved our special excursions – Ben your knowledge of the BVI and sailing are some o the fabulous parts that make you the “perfect captain”. Rachel, you’re grounded & kind and talented. Together you make the perfect team & then there’s Bosun. This trip was EXTRA special as he was the most fun, well mannered, and lovable companion. We hope to see you in soon! With love & gratitude, Lisa & John (Nov 2023)
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! This was perhaps the most special trip for me….to be a charter guest. The three of you were so perfect! Everything was amazing. The Copper Penny is an amazing charter yacht & Boat Dog Bosun is perhaps the best crew member I’ve ever met! The food, the adventures, the e-foil, the stories, the memories…..I will be forever grateful and look forward to seeing you three again! - Lisa & Aaron (Nov 2023)
COPPER PENNY GUEST BOOK ENTRIES - June & July, 2023
High of the trip: Meeting you two AMAZING human beings! Low of the trip: Having to go home. Thank ya’ll for making what was an incredible trip, next level INCREDIBLE! Every meal, conversation, fish caught, drink drank, sailing lesson & yoga session was unforgettable all because you ya’ll. I couldn’t have dreamed of a better couple to charter our trip. This will be an adventure that I will take away more than just memories, but life long friends. We can’t wait to come back & see ya’ll in the BVI or come visit us in Texas! Cheers to you! Luke (June 2023)
You are the perfect compliment to our family trip! Present when we needed instruction, thoughtful in your planning & stepping back for family time. You made our trip more complete, and introduced us to new experiences in this area we have loved for 30+ years! And to see your love of the islands like we do too! And you are making a difference here contributing to the local livelihood. Cheers! Lauren & Gary (July 2023)
Thank you both for my FAVORITE vacation EVER! Every day and night seemed to be better than the last. BEST, Drew (July 2023)
Thank you for the trip of a lifetime. Your wisdom, experiences and the beautiful outlook you both have on life is truly inspiring. Thank you for reminding us about the beauty in the little things and the adventure that is life. I learned so much about nature, the people of the BVI and about all the things there are left to see in the world. Please reach out if you ever find yourselves in Columbia, my people would love to take care of you like you did for us. Much Love, Maria (July 2023)
Thank you for the most wonderful week! I was so excited to get up each morning to eat, hear great stories and go on another adventure! The whole week was truly a unique experience led by two big hearted people. You inspired everyone to go outside their comfort zones and take time to reflect internally. Your great respect for the sea +BVI translated to us, showing us how lucky we were. This trip was my first time out of the country, snorkeling, fishing, and having lobster. Thank you for making trying new things so easy & unintimidating. Cheers! Ella & Ryan (July 2023)
Wow! What a special week this has been and what a great sign that our kids wanted to write their own pages in this book to let you know what a great time they had too! Thank you for the personal touches…Yoga on the beach, sharing stories about your lives and being more than 2 people serving our needs. Every day was an adventure and we felt comfortable about the daily plans because we all talked about it. “High, Low, Cheers” was a special part of the evening too! LOVE THAT! And the great food and attention to detail was spectacular. Ya’ll are adorable and we are so happy we can call you new friends! -Peri (June 2023)
Just WOW! And……THANK YOU so much for making our vacation with our kids amazing! Special thank you Ben for your willingness to share your fishing, island, sailing and history knowledge with us (catching tarpon was such a cool experience!) Rachel, you are a doll and I can’t express how much everyone appreciated your cooking & hospitality. We loved the size of Copper Penny, the special drinks, safety, family talks…..what a wonderful week! We will come back and sail with you again! -Mark (June 2023)
What an incredible 7 days spent aboard the Copper Penny. We are so grateful that you got to be a part of our uninterrupted family time. We were able to make memories to last a lifetime thanks to the two of you. Thank you for making us feel safe and secure so that we could have the most fun. Conversations with both of you were so life giving. We loved “lime in da coconut”, “family meetings” and “high low cheers”. It was an AMAZING adventure! -Chesney & Jacob (June 2023)
Ya’ll are an absolute joy to have on this trip. Ben, you always make us feel so safe while sailing and anything we needed. You both took the time to get to know me on a personal level & I absolutely am thankful for that. Rachel, you are such a breath of fresh air that I needed in my life. Your calming personality made this experience more than I ever dreamed of. I am truly thankful for the depth and special conversations had that I will cherish forever! Thank you for an amazing trip that I will never forget! Lots of Love, Margaret (June 2023)
COPPER PENNY GUEST BOOK ENTRIES - April, 2023
There are always apprehensions to booking and committing to a vacation and even more when its more personal like a chartered excursion on a catamaran. Well once we got to our starting point & were welcomed aboard with smiles and confidence from Ben & Rachel. I felt transformed to begin a new adventure & memories to last a lifetime. From the absolutely amazing food, to the sailing to our various destinations it couldn’t have been planned. Thank you for listening to all of us and considering our choices. It has truly been one of the best decisions we’ve made! -Colleen (April 2023)
Thank you for the trip of a lifetime! From the sailing, food, conversation, snorkeling, etc. We feel you have become our friends. You made us feel very welcome and no words can describe it. You can sense what we wanted and it was nice not to be around a lot of other people. The cabins are so comfortable and well maintained. Food & wine were fantastic & well presented. Please keep in touch! -Jean (April 2023)
