LE REVE L620 ESSENCE

Thank you Captain Dirk and Chef Sandy for an incredible stay aboard Le Reve, and for opening our eyes to the most incredible spots the BVI has to offer! The trip was everything we could’ve imagined and more. We see why you and all of your local friends “Treasure the BVI” and we wish you much success! – Tanya

Thank you for teaching me to e-foil, Captain Dirk, and thank you for the delicious food chef, Sandy mahi-mahi with potatoes was the best! – Ian

Thank you for a great trip. – Stew

Dirk and Sandy: incredible sail through the BVI. It was a pleasure to sail with you. Food was off the charts and experience unforgettable. Thank you!!! – Steve

We honestly don’t know where to begin—only that this week aboard Le Rêve will live in our family stories forever.
After four incredible charters with you in New England, we weren’t sure how our first BVI experience could possibly top what we already knew and loved—but somehow, you made it entirely its own kind of magic.
Leading the American Yacht Club flotilla as flagship was something truly special. Traveling alongside 35 boats, with Libby and Rob at the helm of such an amazing group, felt like being part of something much bigger—yet every moment aboard still felt personal, thoughtful, and perfectly curated.
From taking over Pirate’s Bight to dancing the night away at Coco Maya’s white party, to sunsets at Saba Rock that didn’t feel real, every stop seemed to outdo the last. Anegada’s raw beauty and the charm of Little Harbour on Jost gave us that perfect mix of adventure and soul. And Oil Nut Bay—what an unforgettable treat. The spa day alone would have made the week, but somehow it was just one highlight among many.

Chef Sandy… there aren’t enough words. Every meal was extraordinary—restaurant quality, yet somehow even more special because it was shared together around the table. And the care you showed for baby Elsie melted all of us. Watching her light up, arms stretched wide with that huge smile every time Sandy approached, was something we’ll never forget. You didn’t just feed us—you took care of us.

Dirk, your ability to keep everything running seamlessly—while somehow still making time to craft the perfect cocktail, guide the fleet, and lead the fun—was incredible. The tandem eFoil moment between brother and sister will go down as one of the most talked-about highlights of the entire trip.
What makes this experience so unique is that it never feels like a “trip.” It feels like being welcomed into something. Into a rhythm, a place, a way of enjoying life that stays with you long after you leave.
Five charters in, and you still found ways to surprise us.
We came as guests, but once again, we leave feeling like family.
See you in Maine in August.
With full hearts and unforgettable memories,
The Alexanders

Thank you, Captain Sandy and Captain Dirk for the incredible time on Le Reve! You were such exceptional hosts aboard Le Reve during our New Year’s, 2025/6 holiday (and geopolitical Maduro/Venezuela/airspace restrictions) excursion! You created an experience we will be talking about for years.

Captain Chef Sandy, your cooking was so tasty. You knocked it out of the park on our family favorites with the sous vide filet, the Key Lime pie and the mahi-mahi and of course, every morning the great breakfasts that gave us the energy to run the e-foil batteries out and knock out multiple dives.

Captain Dirk, you pushed us in all the right ways – wearing us out on foils and guiding us through 13 dives in a week for our first real diving since getting our basic certification in October. The unexpected accomplishment of earning our advanced open water certification under your calm, expert instruction was phenomenal, especially since we didn’t want to go more than 30 feet deep when we arrived. To do night diving, wreck diving, swim throughs and caverns gave the kids and myself confidence we didn’t know we had. Your knowledge of the BVI’s hidden gems are invaluable. Of course, Ellie will constantly be bragging about her 30 pound barracuda and I’m sure that will turn into a real fish story! Can’t wait to come back!
Tadd, Julie, Ethan and Elie

Dirk and Sandy –
Another incredible week on Le Reve!! We loved every minute, especially the scuba and delicious food (Turkey of the Sea!) Thank you for finalizing our scuba certification – and taking us on some incredible first dives! Sandy, every meal was a hit – and your incredible desserts! Such a special week with the family and we are so grateful for the memories! Hope to do it again soon! Sincerely, Josephine and Bill Sinclair. (SCUBA mom).

Sandy and Dirk, thank you again for yet another wonderful trip with my son and family. It was just perfect. Sincerely, William.

Dear Sandy and Dirk, thank you so much for a great trip. I loved SCUBA diving, eating really really good food and being on the water. Thank you so much for a great trip. Elle

Once again, words, hardly express how grateful we are that you opened your home and your floating paradise to us for another unforgettable week in the BVI.
Some of our favorite memories from this trip include:
• Jeff finally learning how to e-foil thanks to Dirk’s endless patience, steady, coaching and heroic willingness to watch him face plant a dozen times without laughing too hard!
• Dirk, officially becoming our chaperone, doesn’t need to drive her and full-time photographer during our island-wide barhopping – keeping us alive hydrated, and mostly pointed towards the right dinghy
• Being introduced to the world famous big, black dick rum, which we will definitely regret when we get back home 🙂
• All of Sandy’s incredible meals. Five Star Sandy never misses – and the bonus of learning, some of her kitchen tricks along the way! Pretty sure we still couldn’t come close, even if we tried!
• The incredible surprise of the special table at Coco Maya in perfect view perfect food, perfect drinks, and one of the best nights of the trip!

From the brilliant blue water morning to laughing like fools every night, you both continue to make this place feel like a second home. Thank you for everything we can’t wait to come back again.
Abby, Mike, Jess, Shane and Jeff.

This has been the most amazing trip. Thank you so much for all your hard work, attention to detail, and it was amazing food looking forward to seeing you in the BVI, Fran and Andy.

Dirk and Sandy American Yacht Club, 2025 summer cruise…
“Beaches and Bays” also took us up two Rivers, Fishers Island, Block Island, 3 mile harbor, US Coast Guard academy, Essex. We had a wonderful week of wind and just one might night of bad weather thanks to hurricane Erin. The mighty Byte sailed fast and loved to be tucked in at night next to Le Reve. You both kept Rob, me, Andy, Bill, Fran and Tori, comfortable and well fed. What week all had!
Thank you Libby A, American yacht club, Commodore.

Dirk and Sandy thank you, thank you, thank you for such a wonderful experience. You guys are so amazing – the food, the experiences, the company. I will remember it forever. Memories for a lifetime. Dawn

To the best captains in the world… Thank you! For four years, we’ve met through FaceTime and paperwork and only now in person – thank you so much for always taking care of my family and now Chris and me. We loved every second of our week with you all and cannot believe the memories that were made. Forever grateful for you two. Thanks for being you and sharing the BVI with all of us. Erica.

Dear Sandy and Dirk – trip number five! How could we have an even more spectacular week with you?? New experiences! Whales, whales, and more whales, catching, tuna, attracting a hammerhead shark! Necker island tour with lemurs, kangaroos, flamingos, etc. and Lisa up on the e-foil! You’ve managed to top yourselves and I haven’t even mentioned all of our fabulous meals and desserts! Sandy introduced me to my new favorite cookie they gochujang caramel cookie! Incredible 🙂

Thank you both again, the fantastic company, amazing experiences and lasting memories until next time. Love, Lisa

You two! The perfect captain/captain pair. What can you not do? I would go anywhere with you in complete confidence that I would be safe, spoiled, coddled, indulged (appropriately), well exercised and return home in one piece (albeit more of me returned than arrived). I value highly the art of hospitality and you have put in your 10,000 hours. Fair winds and following seas until we meet again, Margo and Frank, New Jersey and AZ desert.

Dirk and Sandy: an encore performance! Once again, we enjoyed our time under Dirk’s, steady hand and Sandy’s creative one. Looking forward to seeing you in New England, this summer, Rick and Lynne.

Echo echo, my sailing companions. Sandy and Dirk, thank you for an amazing experience in the BVI a last-a-lifetime, memory and that you two created for us in your capable hands. Thank you again for outstanding competence on the seas. Sincerely Pam and Jay Brian

Well guys, you did it AGAIN! A perfect week, this time with family. Thank you for blessing us all with your great care, attention to detail fantastic meals, knowledge and expertise. We cannot say enough. From the excellent accommodations to the breathtaking views and dives, we had the best time making incredible memories aboard Le Rêve.

Thank you for making Dayne’s 60th birthday the best ever! What fun we had celebrating Laurel’s 65th as well! Then — THE SECRET — You played that perfectly and I know you were probably dying to tell us but you played along and shared in our joy as Jackson and Sarah Kate finally made their announcement! Just wow, it’s like you are part of the family now, guys! Thank you also for taking such good care of our divers. I know Addy and Dayne loved their time with Dirk exploring and I always know they are in good hands. We hope to return again and welcome you to Atlanta or Lake O’Conee anytime.

Many thanks and God’s best to you and your family.
Anne and Dayne

PS. We are all excited to tune in to Sandy’s cooking shows to steal her recipes! Everything was first-rate delish! Thank you for pouring your heart into every dish.

Dear Dirk and Sandy,
thank you for sharing your beautiful home! What a week of memories and fun. From the comfy beds to the amazing food and bartending, you’ve outdone yourselves in your level of hospitality, and as far as tour guides, your itinerary to take us to the most beautiful places was top-notch. I loved snorkeling after 10 years, trying to e-foil (Thanks Coach Dirk), and simply relaxing and watching the sails take us to the next breathtaking view. Bless you both and may you continue to share your love for this lifestyle with others, for as long as your hearts desires.
Laurel (Dayne’s sister)

Dirk and Sandy, this truly has been a five-star experience. Your hospitality has been amazing and comparable to no other! Your attention to detail across every aspect of this trip did not go unnoticed. Not only that, but y’all had the big task to help shield, Jackson’s and my secret, I had the best virgin cocktails aboard! Thank you Dirk! What a sweet story to come back to share with friends and family, and unveiling the truth! I can’t wait to share the story with our baby one day. Hopefully y’all are not yet in retirement and we can take them.
Sarah Kate and Jackson.

Sandy and Dirk – yes… it was beyond our expectations. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves… And my eldest granddaughter 12 years old, dove with her grandfather and father four times after just receiving her certificate in the in the open ocean. Marvelous!

Your local knowledge… The quality of your vessel and the terrific food all made for a wonderful trip.

At my age, anything that I can do in conjunction with my son, his wife and two daughters is a treasure. Being on Le Rêve made the experience with them so much better. William Lane

Sandy and Dirk, thank you for an incredible five days on board Le Rêve! Everything was so well planned, the meals, delicious and your incredible knowledge of the area made us trip perfect. The girls had an amazing time and we are so thankful to the two of you and making their first boat trip so memorable. Thank you! We hope to do it again soon! Josephine and Bill