My family all from Texas booked a day on the Nightwind along with grandparents, aunts, uncles, and little ones. Everyone had a GREAT time. If you are traveling either by cruiseline or to the island YOU MUST EMBRACE THE OPPORTUNITY! Captain Rick even let my grandfather, who served as an airplane pilot in WW2, STEER THE BOAT! Of course he... More

We had an amazing time on the Nightwind. This is the best way to experience St. Thomas and the surrounding islands! They took us to the most amazing beaches and snorkeling spots. Rick and Cathy were so nice, knowledgable and hospitable! We felt right at home on their boat and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our trip. Food was delicious.... More

Captain Rick and Cathy were great! It was nice to get some history and legends of the surrounding islands. We had two little ones with us so they really made it special by taking us to calm waters and beaches. The food and drink was great! Fiona was awesome, and gave us some good advice on local places to eat!... More

Captain Rick and wife Kathy were amazing hosts. They took us to two wonderful spots for snorkeling in St. John. They prepared a delicious home cooked lunch for us. They were very attentive, patient with first time snorkelers, informative on the history of the islands and just all around pleasant people. It was a terrific experience! More

Wow! One word could sum it up, but why limit myself. This was an awesome day in St. Thomas/St. John which all should experience. My wife and I are 3rd time cruisers; our teen and "tween" were on their 1st. Prior to this trip we have generally taken tour ship excursions. This experience on the Nightwind was so much more... More

My family and I along with our friends took an excursion on The Nightwind Yacht while vacationing in St. Thomas. The owner, Rick O'Dell , a very friendly and pleasant gentleman welcomed us as the marine at Sapphire Beach along with his first mate Kim.The yacht, a lovely 56 foot sailboat was well maintained ans seaworhty.We were treated to breakfast... More

If you like a sailboat that is not crowded with a crew that knows your name this is for you. This is a real sail boat and it lays over in the wind giving you the sailing experience. You feel like you can touch the water you are so close. Food was great, plenty of beverages and Captain Rick took... More

We sailed with Captain Rick on our honeymoon in mid-December. We were lucky enough to have a windy day which made for an exiting trip. Breakfast and lunch were great with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages being served, everyone was very knowledgeable about each area we visited and the types of fish we would expect to see. Overall, this was... More

We sailed with Captain Rick on 3/5/12 and it was truly an experience we will always remember. Traveling the southern carribean on Carnival Victory, we booked excursions for every island we visited. This was the excursion that was the most amazing ! Captain Rick keeps a very clean sailboat and is very knowledgeable about all the islands around St Thomas.... More