Date toured: November 2006
I was lucky enough to get onboard the 48 foot sailing catamaran Belline II as she celebrated 10 years in the charter business under the same ownership, and at the same time as she was entering a new phase in her crew operations.

Belline II is a 1991 build that Walter and Lela Wegmann have owned since 1996. Walter serves as charter captain, having cruised throughout the Virgin Islands and Caribbean for the past 16 years. I've heard more than one reputable charter broker say Belline II is a boat that can be trusted, and that is in large part due to the reputation the Wegmanns have earned over the years. Plus, I know that I felt welcome and safe the minute I stepped onboard.

The news for Belline II is that she got a new crew under Walter's supervision in fall 2006. Melissa Libs and her boyfriend, Matt Neidlinger, chartered the yacht themselves for a vacation and decided they enjoyed life onboard enough to stay and become Walter's new crew. (Which is interesting, because that's how Walter got into the business, too, arriving for a vacation and deciding to never go home again.)

Melissa and Matt had been onboard less than two months when I met them, and they were working hard to ensure their enthusiasm made up for their shortcomings in the experience department.

Before signing on as crew, Melissa was a business manager at an upscale French restaurant in Chicago. Matt was also working in America, as a marketing manager for Hyatt hotels. He's a licensed dive master who took on the challenge of learning to serve as first mate, while she opted to become stewardess/chef so she could use what she learned in her culinary and pastry courses at the Chicago Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago.

Those backgrounds certainly bode well for continued excellent charter service onboard Belline II, especially given the pair's obvious enthusiasm and Walter's continued oversight of day to day operations.

Belline II takes as many as eight guests at an inclusive rate of $13,800, or about $1,725 per person before adding in the gratuity.

This yacht does accept MasterCard and Visa, which is relatively unusual in the charter industry. Also noteworthy is that scuba divers can dive straight from the boat for a fee of $30 per dive, or can complete their PADI open water certification during a charter instead of working with a separate local company. Kim Kavin,started by writing Have the Whole Boat: The Insider's Guide to Private Yacht Charter Vacations, the first book ever to offer readers a look at the entire charter industry from bare boats to fully crewed yachts, and how they compare to cruise ships.
 

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August 6th 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

Mel, first of all, you're the greatest cook on the planet! Second of all, if we get to come back, me and you will DOMINATE in Nertz and will get to do much more "hand pumps" and also be able to yell 'Freakin' Nertz MUCH more! You've made the vacation very enjoyable! Thanks a bunch! Hope to see you again!

Matt your impression of the 7 year old gangster was awesome. I don't know how the boat would be clean without you because every where I looked you were the cleaning! I'll miss experiencing the "silent killer" in Nertz! Thanks for making this one of my most enjoyable experiences!

Walter, thanks for helping me get over my fear of Scuba diving! Also, for teaching me how to play backgammon, even though you totally kicked my butt! Hope we see you soon!

Thanks for everything! Natalie
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Walter,
First and foremost, thank you so much for being such a great diving instructor. You made us feel so comfortable and unrushed. THAT was a great experience and worth the trip by itself. Thank you also for letting us "take over" your home for the week; it was a beautiful trip and the boat is just perfect. Also, thanks for the great conversation and the healthy "opinionated-ness", and finally, some kind of thank you is deserved for putting up with our dad.

Mel Obviously the food on this trip was superb. And thank you for being so understanding of our family's relationship with dessert. Everything was great. Thank you for being so cheerful at almost ALL times. Again, you made us feel so welcome and relaxed. Now, for the card playing and chatting thank you! You are freakin' hysterical. You guys MUST come visit if or when you are coming through Indy. You're the greatest! We're coming back with friends.

Matt Thank you so very much for everything you did to help make this trip so enjoyable. You helped me get over (mostly) my unwarranted fear of the barracuda. Climbing the rock was a blast, and thank you for being so patient. Again, thanks for being so easy to get along with. We had a blast just chatting and allowing you to kick our behind in Nertz. Also, I've got some new drinks to try out in Indy. You guys HAVE to come through whenever time allows!

Thanks! Eric and Bridget
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Thanks so much for an incredible trip!

My warmest heartfelt thanks for being so great with my kids in many ways, not to mention also, with me. "Patience", "Understanding", "Kindness" and "Laughter" weren't in the on-line description of what we could expect on a Belline II charter.

We came for the food, the Scuba certification, the sailing, et al; but the things above are what really made this trip a "one in a lifetime" experience. I'm hoping it will be more than once in a lifetime for us as we look towards future family vacation experiences. This trip would not been the same for ANY of us without EACH of you.

The unexpected things were some of the best things about this trip. Even the “expected” things were "better than expected."

Amazing food, being greeted by Walter with foie gras in hand, Natalie actually Scuba diving and enjoying it with no ear issues, Matt's "mixtures", me and Mel both getting to say "Nertz!" how you made the vacation for me great despite my back issue.

Watching the kids sit in the pulpit seats in the waves, listening to music even my kids didn't know, watching Matt be an "angel" always making sure everyone's ok without being seen. All of these and many more, again thanks, and God bless your lives.

Thank you so much, Mark

July 22nd 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

There really aren't enough words or enough time to adequately describe how warm, wonderful and fun you all are.

You brought us into your home with open arms and smiles. From meeting Walter at the airport (thank you for the honeymoon roses) to your first glass of champagne, to right this second, we felt your love.

The scenery was beyond description, however came to life with your "Guided tours". From the "Reflecting" pool to the hermit crabs to Mad Dog to Snorkeling to the "photo ops". Every moment was made more memorable because of you three.

Every meal was incredible and we really love your "dining room"!

Your attention to detail, your genuine concern, your patience, your attentiveness to our wishes is all heartfelt.

We all laughed, giggled, told stories, had a "few""painkillers and bushwhackers and had tons of fun. We recognize the amount of work it takes to run your boat 24/7!

Mel, your food was ALWAYS RIGHT ON. And so is your smile. Thank you!
Matt, Thank you! Not enough words!

Walter, you are a gentleman, a great sailor, a new friend and oh yeah, a great backgammon player, even though you are not that competitive!

We can't thank you enough.

You are welcome in our home anytime (Mel you will/will not have to cook?)

Thank you for making our honeymoon beyond belief.

Tons of love,
Sue and Michael

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July 14th 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

I can't say anything that hasn't already been said it exceeded my expectations! Great food, beautiful boat, terrific entertainment!

You guys are the best crew!

Matt, thanks for your patience. I can't imagine a better host and "tour guide." We will NEVER forget Foxy's. We will be talking about that for years!! We will be back (with less luggage). If you guys are ever in Houston, I expect a call and visit. Looking forward to next time, you helped make this trip the best anniversary ever!

Steve and Linda
20th Wedding Anniversary
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What an amazing vacation! The food was excellent! We enjoyed getting to know weach one of you, we couldn't ask for a better host. This has been a week we will never forget, what a great experience. Thanks for everything!

We will be back, Debbie and Robert
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What an amazing vacation! It was absolutely perfect! The scenery is breathtaking, the food was amazing, and we loved diving! Walter, thank you for making us feel so comfortable and letting me stay glued to your hip! Matt, thanks for being and awesome tour guide, we loved having you hang out and talk with us! Mel everyone mentions your cooking, which was great, buy you were a lot of fun to talk with…good luck with all of your future plans!

Thank you again for everything,

Ben and Amber
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Thank you for making our first trip to the BVI a memorable one! The accommodations, service and food was more than we could've imagined. We will treasure our experience and your friendships! Best wishes for many, many more wonderful seasons!

Brandon and Ashley

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July 7th 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

When we read these comments, well, it's all been said. So, all we have left is:

"TO"

Cathy and Mac
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Walter What a boat!

Matt Thanks so much for ending the slug fest. Diving, kayaking, noodling, island drinks!

Melissa The food was sooooo good. Don't ever stop! See you in "O" town!

Belline II YOU EXCEEDED OUR EXPECTATIONS!

Thanks for the most relaxing vacation ever! We will carry you in our hearts for the next 25 years! Hope to see you soon!

Sherry and Dave , 25th Wedding Anniversary

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July 6th 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,
A.k.a: Crackin, Pretty Princess, and Will Turner,

Once again, 8+ years later we returned with our children and had the time of our lives. The kids so enjoyed themselves, the diving, the "dolphin", the rock jumping, fish catching, great food, great times, playing cards. We look forward to another trip again, hopefully sooner than 8 years "Ryan is willing to work it off!"

We love you and will miss you!

Love, Susan
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Walter, had a great time hope to see you after high school.

Mel and Matt, hope to see you when you go to New York . Hope to play cards then.

I'm gonna miss you guys, Ryan

PS. Mel, call us when you get your black jack win in Vegas!
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Thanks for the great vacation, I had a really good time. Jumping off the huge cliff and swimming with the dolphin was awesome. Mel, you're a really good cook. Have a good time on the boat and maybe I'll see you guys soon.

Walter, you're an awesome captain!

Zach
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Thanks for everything. We had a great new adventure everyday. I was able to relax, laugh, sleep, eat and drink at my choice, simple things are the best. Each one of you added a touch of your own personality to our adventures! I look forward to meeting my new (Matt and Mel) and old (Walter) friends again. You're always welcome in our home. Please take me up on the offer, as I would love to be your "host".

Rich

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June 16th 2006
Walter, Mel & Matt,

My first trip to the BVI. I can't imagine doing it any other way. Words can't describe this amazing experience. You all made me feel so comfortable right out of the gate. I am leaving the BVI with 3 more friends and COUNTLESS memories. You can count on seeing me again.

Sail Away, Jim
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Walter,
SCUBA next time! Beautiful boat, great sailing, wonderful stories, and great memories.

Mel and Matt,
Wow! The trip was incredible: snorkeling was amazing, diving from the rock at the Bubbling Pool was awesome. Euchre game is awaiting in Bloomington anytime, you're always welcome!

See you in the near future, Patti
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Thank you so much for such a great week! How did you order the great weather? From the sailing to the SCUBA diving, everything was fantastic. Matt and Mel, if you are in Bloomington you are always welcome at our home and a great meal at Yanko's (we will have Jim pay!) Mel, I have to go back and lose 10lbs because of your excellent cuisine. We'll be back soon,

Blowing Wind in Your Sails, Kelly
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Thanks for all! Couldn't have been better. Everything was wonderful. Thanks again for the wonderful treatment over the last week. All the best!

Cheers! Chris
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It has been seven days since we met you and yet it feels like I have known you longer. I greatly appreciate getting to know each and every one of you and hearing about all your experiences on sea as well as B.S. (Before Sea!)
For me, the sun, water, and swimming were just a bonus.I had more fun getting to know each of your unique personalities and knowing that I have some new friends.

Kindest Regards, Heather

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June 2nd 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

Wow like I have said all week!!

Walter, Mel & Matt, thank you so much for an unforgettable week. Highlights are too many to list but everyday was perfect and an adventure. The food was outstanding as was the captaining!

Jessica
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Completely exceeded every expectation we had for this trip. We felt like we were on vacation with great friends, including the crew. You are like friends. The food was over the top and that comes from a fellow foodie. Thank you for all the advice on where to go to make this such an amazing trip. It included everything we would ever want in a vacation. We'll be finding you again.

Cheers, Mel and Patti
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Words cannot express the amazing time we had this last week on the Belline II. Your hospitality was better than anyone could ever ask for-all three of you are absolutely wonderful people and Derek and I are so happy to have met and spent this time with you. The food, scenery and company will forever be remembered. Thank you so much for the special time spent on refreshing Derek on diving and the beautiful keepsake you brought back for me, Walter!

Good bye for now, hope to see you again.

Derek and Jeana
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We thought after our last charter that we could not have a better time. Well, I was wrong. The weather, the islands and the people were amazing. But what made the difference was the 3 of you. I can't tell you how special you have made this adventure. We talk a lot about changing our lives, but we never do anything about it. You may have been the catalyst to do what our hearts truly yearn for.

Thank you, Brian

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May25th 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

What an absolutely wonderful vacation. Your local knowledge of the islands, reefs, dive spots and friends was a great extra.

Matt and Mel's consistent attention to every detail and our needs was incredible.

Mel's culinary expertise was beyond our dreams. I will be your best word of mouth and you can expect business coming from me!

Will be back ! Whenever in SW Florida, call us, we have many extra rooms and we would love to take you boating.

Dennis and Laura
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It's hard to express how great a time we had. Your hospitality was amazing. We all had such a great time, we don't want to leave! We will be back!

A special thanks to Walter for all of the patience and help with my diving. You really made me comfortable.

Mel, I will think of you every day as I try to lose all the weight I gained!

Matt, thanks for being our tour guide everywhere and taking such good care of us.

All three of you truly made this the perfect vacation. Thank you. We will miss you.

Vic and Tamra

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May 14th 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

Great trip-quiet, peaceful, enjoyable, a wonderful escape. Hopefully Walter will be a better backgammon player during our next visit-I will give him some time to practice and maybe Walter can become Backgammon Kind of the World!

Food was wonderful. Harvey and Marcia
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We had a wonderful time. We enjoyed everything (even getting into your arm in the dinghy, Matt). Come visit us.

Don and Eunice
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When you visit Florida, be sure to call! Room for free we can have fun

Had a great time, Tony and Mary Ann

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May 7th 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

We had an incredible week. Since we are new to the sailing vacation, we had no expectations. What we ended the week with was a desire to do more trips like this one.

Thanks for the wonderful food! We definitely ate our share of delectable, gourmet breakfasts, lunches and dinners.

It was a beautiful week that enable us to bond with great friends and a nice crew!

Joan and Gunther
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What a great trip! You ordered up the perfect weather for us! I'm so excited that I have had my first sailing trip of no seasickness, that is a big accomplishment! We had so much fun in all the beautiful spots you took us to, especially the SPA! Can't wait to see those pictures! Snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, walks on the beaches, amazing food a little adventure! It was all great! Thanks for everything! Please keep in touch! I want to hear about all your sunny days on the water! Walter if your friends in Tuscany ever need a house sitter,you know who to call! Hopefully we will be back on the Belline II very soon for another incredible trip!

Thanks so much! Kara

Hey Crazy Midwesterners and CRAZY Swissman-

Don't make me go! I really will break something if you'd make me stay and do dishes to pay off my debt! Alas, I know I must go.

But really, thank you so much for spoiling us, feeding us, getting us drinks or champagne, taking us snorkeling, waterskiing, navy sealing, beaching, floating, knot tying, relaxing. Thanks for everything one of the most relaxing and exhilarating weeks of my life. I SO hope I will be back, and you are all 3 welcome in my gorgeous neck of the woods anytime you need a dose of the mountains.

Cheers!
Allison & Todd
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Our first "Cat" voyage and what a wonderful experience! We've been pampered beyond belief.I believe champagne for breakfast will become a ritual on special days at home! We will hopefully get close to duplicating your tuna tartar and will remember you all when we eat it!

We will share many stories with Joan and Gunther, Todd, Cara and Ali over the years-keeping this week as always, special time for each of us.

Best to you, Karen and Bruce

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April 22nd 2007
Walter,

I must say, of all the times I've passed through these waters, which is many, many times, I have never had the pleasure of experiencing it with your "eyes." You made the reefs seem more vivid, the sky bluer, and the water skiing easier. I really felt I was at your "home" and traveled to your neighboring villages. Thanks for your hospitality, and allowing us to be on this beautiful vessel. This is a definite do-over!

Cathy

PS. Oops, forgot to say how great Matt and Mel were. Constantly there to help and answer my endless questions. Great food too!

My 2nd voyage on Belline (1st time, April 1998)
Thank you from the "noodle navy."
The food was fantastic, again!
The most relaxing week, again!
Caroline says she had a good time with Steve (smoochy).
Honey Bunny and Mountain enjoyed the quiet time.
Scrabble Champ-Dan-lost 3 times! I was just warming up!
Willy T's, Body shots, tattoos, Hoover Dam!
Pirate Drinks, I mean drinks.
Fat Frankie You didn't save me, I was pushing the Dinghy!
Last Resort.

Dan, Caroline and Steve, Frank & Jessica, Kathie (K1) and Cathy (C2).

(All right! Maybe we're not done!)

T'was the morning we were leaving,
And all thru the boat
Not a creature was moving, 'cept Mountain.
Morning coffee, barracudas, painkillers, all them other fish, rain, lightening (who knew?)
It's almost time to go, and we don't want to!!

You did a great job of making this a great vacation.

Thanks!
You have shown us many new and beautiful places. Each day was a great adventure and have made some wonderful
memories.
Thank you for taking such good care of us except for saving Dan it would have been easier just to let him float away, ha ha ha!
Thanks! Frank and Jessica

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April 8th 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

Wow! Our trip was amazing. Thank you so much for making everything just perfect. The dives, the slalom water skiing, the incredible vistas, the fabulous food and most of all, your ability to make everyone HAPPY!

I will often think of you guys and our fun filled days aboard the Belline II. My only regret is having to go home. I am not going to say goodbye, just "we'll see you again", hopefully sooner rather than later. Walter you are the perfect teacher. Matt & Mel, good luck with your endeavor!

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Your friend,Susan
Aka the "Grossmutter", or better yet, "The Spanish Dancer"
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Here are some words to describe our trip:
Good, great, fantastic, amazing, phenomenal, fun, action packed, water sports, sweet, crazy, funny, abnormal, nice.

Christian
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WOW! This trip couldn't have been more fun. You guys are a great bunch of people and I wish we could see you again sometime. Walter, I'm sorry Christian and I had a chocolate fight in your kitchen. Climbing the rocks (more like jumping the rocks) was amazing. You are one of the only people I could trust for that. Your boat is beautiful and hopefully we will see you again sometime.

Matt, thanks a bunch for taking us knee boarding. I don't think I would have left here without nailing my 360! Going through the tunnel when we were snorkeling was pretty crazy. Melly, wow, I'm gonna really miss your cooking. You were my 30 year old friend on this trip. I loved swimming under the boat with you and diving off the cliff. I'm always up for something new and I think you are too.

Anyway, I hope I see everyone soon and thanks so much for making this a very fun and memorable trip. I will always remember you guys.

Love,Courtney

PS: Happy birthday Mel! 30 goes a long way!

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March 31st 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

What an amazing trip. Makes me want to do it all over again. I will be back so we can swim with the turtles and the fish. You guys are an awesome crew. I wish you the best. Hopefully next time Waltie can keep his promise of no rain or clouds, ha ha. Despite the weather, I loved the trip.

Love you guys, Adriana
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Thanks for everything! See you next year!

Love & Kisses, Cissy & Gary

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March 25th 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

What a wonderful time! We can't thank you enough for a fabulous time. We have chartered before, but have never had such a great time before this charter. The three of you were great, and treated us like family. We will never forget you guys and we hope to charter with you again.

Steve & Nina

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March 17, 2006
Walter, Mel and Matt,

Thank you so so much for such a fun week. It was probably the quickest (meaning most fun/amazing week) of my life so far. Maybe if college doesn't work out for Erica and me we can come down and work as crew on the Belline?

Mel, the food was absolutely incredible and I even like dishes and foods that I normally don't. The birthday cake was so good too. Thanks! Matt, those pina coladas were the best especially when paired with dinghy rides and water skiing. Walter, I loved when you took pictures up my top and skirt, and I'm really glad you had so many good times slaloming with your water ski.

This was such a fun week. Thank you so much for everything. Hopefully we'll get to come back sometime. We'll miss you!

Love, Rose
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From the moment we walked through Customs at the airport and were greeted by "tall, dark and handsome" Walter, I knew this would be a wonderful week. Mel and Matt, Midwesterners the only NORMAL people from USA, you two managed to take care of all of us-Matt and skiing, etc, Mel, delicious delights from the galley! Thank you ALL for making us feel so welcome. This will be a week we will always remember fondly!

Goodbye, Belline! Don't forget us! Call us when you come to NYC! We'll take care of you!

Love, Susan
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Thanks for everything! I had an awesome time even though my tonsils were trying to kill me. Good luck with everything and stay cool!

Love, Erica

PS: Get Mel a puppy! 
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What a great week! It really did go quickly. The captain and crew are critical to a charter being a great experience and lots of fun, and I cannot imagine a better group to take us around the BVI's. Susan and I wanted a memorable experience for Rose and Michael and their best friends and you guys hit the mark! We'll be talking and reminiscing about our week on the Belline for a long, long time, which is the best indicator of what a great time we had. Matt & Mel, you have a great teacher and role model, and we look forward to one day hearing of our two friends from America's heartland setting off on their own successful charter. Thank you for everything, it was a fabulous week.

Jay
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Thanks for an amazing trip, II am going to try and convince my mom to come back. The food was amazing. Thank you for taking me wakeboarding, it was lots of fun.

See you soon, hopefully!

Mike
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Thanks for the fun trip. Thank you Matt for taking us water skiing and for the short time tubing before Erica broke the tube. Mel the food was amazing. Walter, have fun sleeping with your skis.

Cam

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February 28th 2007
Mel, Matt & Walter,

We were married at Jost Van Dyke and sailed with you on our honeymoon. We wanted a trip where we could relax and that is exactly what we did. Thank you so much for doing EVERYTHING. We really enjoyed ourselves and would recommend the Belline II any day. We will see you in a few years with my Aunt Pat and family!

Love,
Dan and Tara

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Feb 17th 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

Thanks for giving us such a great experience. We can't believe how quickly the time past. Thanks for your hospitality, service and kindness. This will be one of our most memorable vacations.

Mel, thanks for all the great food and attention.

Matt, you're a great mate. Thanks for letting me drive the boat.

Walter, can't say enough about the captain. We learned a lot from you and appreciate all you did.

Jerry and Linda
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Thank you for making this a terrific vacation! It will always be one of our brightest memories. We so appreciate all your hard work and special touches that made it so great. The food was simply spectacular! The Belline is a beautiful boat and the hard work of the crew makes it show to special heights. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

John and Jenny
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You all made our week so special. We truly appreciated all the service and tender, loving care. We loved all the places we visited, the food, the companionship and the weather. Walter we value your friendship. Please give our best to Lela and Samba. We shall return!

Bob and Pam
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Thank you for a wonderful vacation. Everything about it was perfect-food, special drinks & all. Hopefully we'll be able to enjoy your hospitality again soon rather than later.

Patience & David

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Jan 2nd 2007
Walter, Mel and Matt,

2 weeks is not enough. I want to stay here forever. Thanks for your wonderful care, hospitality and warmth.

Mel: Thanks for always leaving the bacon/pork out of my food.
Matt: I can't say other than you are awesome always.
Walter: They broke the mold after God made you.

It has been a great, memorable trip-words cannot describe how we all feel.

Lots of love,Rene, Hina, Alex and Giselle
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Thanks to the best crew ever!
I'll always remember the great food, dives and mixed drinks. My favorite part by far was kicking Walter's ass in backgammon. Better practice up for next time! Have a safe and happy '07.

See you again soon, Alex
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Thank you so much for everything! You guys were amazing and helped make this the best vacation! I wish I could stay here with you guys and not go back to Michigan! You guys are awesome and thank you again!

Love,Giselle
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As I sit here this morning, soaking up the morning sun, knowing I am only a few short hours from departure, I feel a little sad. Sad to leave all this beauty and pampering. Getting back to the "real" world will take a bit of adjustment. You provided us with not only the "required" expectations of any cruise but, many extras as well. Walter, your wit and understanding made for successful dynamics among eight very different personalities. Mel, your cuisine was excellent. If I didn't gain weight, I should have. Matt, what an intelligent, hard working, ambitious, talented person you are. The three of you worked as a wonderfully tuned "team," insuring a fun, relaxed and pleasant trip all the way from St. Martin to Tortola. . Please know that you will hold a special place in our memories and our hearts.

Love,Peter and Jill
 

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Dec 16th 2006
Walter, Mel and Matt,

This week felt like considerable less than 7 days .

Thanks to all of you and a most beautiful environment.

Mel, you only thought you weren't a vegetarian chef. You are the best !
Your tofu meals are just incredible and the variety surprised us every day .

Matt, you do way more than clean Belline ll .

Walter , we never did know you were "sinkin"but they were always good ideas.

And thank you all so much for everything you do way more than simple accommodate our idiosyncrasies and we so appreciate you.

Much, much, much appreciation.

The Khalsa family

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Nov 26th 2006
Walter, Mel and Matt,

I had such a great time and much fun too. The food was great , everything was great , love you all,

Mallory (11)

When I learned that my dad won this trip again I as exited , but I thought than since the first trip was perfect that this one would not be as fun . That was definitely no the case. I had a ton of fun! I liked the scuba diving, sailing, water skiing , relaxing the island and eating !!
YOU GUYS ARE GREAT CREW !
M&M's you are really nice and fun to be around. I am sad thinking of probable not seeing you again so soon wish me luck to be able to come back to see you all again !

Your favorite diver, Spencer, (14)

Once again, you have done a great job of giving us a week full of wonderful memories. I always feel like coming home when I sep on Belline , thank you for a great time and making ME having a vacation too !
M&M's you two will do great this season and on Belline ll and I am so sure you will like it as we do being your guests. You are wonderful hosts!

Good luck , love, Lisa & Bruce

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Nov 16th 2006
Walter, Mel and Matt,

thank you for the wonderful days in paradise on Belline ll .
amazing food, company, music, and best of all new friends!

We cant wait for next years trip !

Brad

Man, what a great time !

You guys really know how to throw a "party" !
Don't want to leave. So will just take you back to Atlanta with me.
Thank you for everything and will be back so soon !!!

Thanks, why Wayne , why

Words cant describe what a incredible experience this was . this trip far exceeded our expectations . Everything from the food, the crew, the wakeboarding & destinations were amazing.

We will see you soon, love Wendy and Tammy

You are all an amazing and beautiful group .The food was outstanding, the scenery fantastic, and the experience one of a lifetime.
We will talk about you when we hear the music see you next year !

Lee and Laurie

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Recipe for pleasure

1 small sea (about the Caribbean sea)
1 cat (48' in length)
All spices a paradise can offer
A splash of sunshine
2 outstanding and ripe hosts
And finally the proverbial cherry on top SAMBA

If words could only dug into this wonderful experience
Thank you, Jason & Wes

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Aug. 5th 2006
Dear Lela & Walti, Tommy and Samba

I had a great time snorkelling. Thank you Tommy! I liked especially the food, Lela!

Thank you so much for a fantastic vacation. It was definitely more fun we could have ever imagined. We hope to do this soon again !
Thank you for making Tori Beths first sailing experience so much fun !

What a wonderful time we had by all !
Thank you for your gracious hospitality and friendship. Our family will cherish the memories we have made together for years to come. And always think of you fondly.

Dan, Fran & Chad ( Cheddar Boy) Tim, Wendy & Tori Beth , Stantonville & Tullahoma TN

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July 21st 2006
Dear Lela & Walti, Tommy and Samba

Unbelievable time amazing food, amazing diving, amazing sailing. I think you get an feeling for how it went.
So many fun conversations. I don't think I would have wanted to be anywhere else with anyone else in the world.

Thanks so much for a wonderful week in the BVI's. your attentions to details and your wonderful hospitality are much appreciated. A fantastic way to spend a week.

It's a miracle! You have found the fountain of YOUTH ! Slim bodies and joyous hearts. Never I lost 8 lbs so quickly as I have this vacation. Even with lots of food and smooth cocktails I was able to achieve what never before was possible. The world will spread the word, you will be busy with books, movie and product offers. Good luck ! ( Sue Ellen lost her dive belt and it dropped on Tommy's head )

What an excellent week! The food the landscape, the company all top notch! Thanks for an excellent getaway. Call when you're in town and want to drive the viper!

Sue Ellen & John, Grayson & Sam, Austin TX

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July 8th 2006
Dear Lela & Walti, Tommy and Samba

Thank you for the greatest vacation ever! The food was outstanding, beyond our expectations. Tommy was wonderful with the boys. When the children are happy , we are happy! We are both very active families and we were all worn out each day attempting exiting adventures such as the rock climbing at The Baths.

The Clintons & the Stephensons , Rock Hill, SC

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June 25th 2006
Dear Lela & Walti, Tommy and Samba

Its been a great week. The best part was my 100 lb barracuda that was 6ft. long! That's how we tell fish story's in the south. Everything was wonderful the food was fabulous. Thank you !

Thank you for a wonderful week, it was all we expected and more! We all appreciate the extra beer, Crown Royal and Tommy's floor show!

Thank you for a wonderful vacation. This truly was the vacation of a lifetime and it only took me 23 years to get to come to the islands again. Everything was fabulous and done with an impeccable treat!
Who is a pretty girl ??? ( Samba)

The hostess and hosts of all times, we thank you for your impeccable taste, delightful company and cuisine . No matter what time we arose, Lela & Samba were there all night until the last survivor retired you were there.
What meals, wine, sails, walks and just your interesting conversations. Thanks for everything! You have incredible endurance and patience !

Here's to Lela, what a cook
Here's to Walter, she caught him with a hook
And Tommy the "boy" with the look.
Samba, pretty babe,hides in every noon
We love you all, you treated us right
Fed us so could not eat an other bite
Made us drink until we had double site
You will be remembered, in our memories
Love to ya'll !

Phip & Larry, Ron & Maryella, Jim & Debbie, Van & Cheryl , Columbia TN