Yacht Viking Dream
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Viking is Norse for ‘Traveller by Sea’, which could not be more apt to describe our passion for sailing and travel. Mark and Sally look forward to welcoming you on board ‘Viking Dream’ for your very own Caribbean sailing adventure.
Throughout our many years together, sailing, travel and outdoor pursuits have been the hub of our relationship. In 2001 we embarked on an invigorating world tour for 12 months. We travelled extensively through America, Canada, Alaska, Peru, Australia & New Zealand, returning over Asia and Europe. Our yachting experience includes cruising in Croatia, Greece, Turkey, the Caribbean, the Whitsundays, Malaysia and Thailand. Not to mention UK waters! On returning from travelling, we decided to turn a leisure activity we love into a lifestyle.
Cruising the islands and seeking out that idyllic palm fringed bay, where the sea, the sky and the sand invoke that feeling of total tranquillity, and being at one with nature, is what we love to share with our guests. If you’d like to learn about sailing we’re both qualified instructors and love to impart our knowledge, but are equally happy to pass you a cushion and bring you an iced drink while we sail the yacht! We are also very passionate about food and presenting our guests with fine cuisine, wines and cocktails. Sally’s dishes are an exceptional variety of styles, reflecting her extensive travels and experience of different cultures. Mark’s cocktails are legendary, both self styled and classics. We are also known as ‘Captain Cocktail’ and ‘Sally in the Galley’!
Mark - You’ll find me in the water as much as on it, and I love to lead guided snorkelling safaris. Pointing out the amazing richness and variety of fish and wildlife the Caribbean Islands have to offer. I also love to fish and delight in helping you tempt a nice Tuna or Mahi-Mahi to your lure, or a Bonefish to your fly. When at anchor you may like to take some tuition from me on learning to Windsurf. Nothing gives me more pleasure than to assist a total novice in getting up and sailing with a little guidance and encouragement.
Sally - Having sailed with my Father from before I could walk and having helped my Mother in the kitchen from an early age I’ve always had a passion for sailing and food. Graduating from University in Food Technology I have loved creating dinner parties and varied social events or taking part in competitive sailing. I aspire to ensure our guests are able to relax, enjoy good cuisine, and have fun experiencing The Caribbean on their dream vacation.
We have always gelled as a team. Guests enthuse about our professionalism, hospitality, good humour and desire to live life to the full. We excel at creating personalised, unforgettable Holidays.
Viking Dream
MARK & SALLY - Guest Testimonials
October 2005-Mooring 4700 ‘Viking Dream’
“The most amazing time we have ever spent aboard any yacht. Thank you so much. Sally, you put every restaurant to shame, your cooking is incredible.
Mark, thank you for enabling Anthony to relax in your hands. And of course, Tiggie had the time of her life – our Caribbean Cutie.”
Sue & Anthony Steward & Tigs!!! (Director - Robertson & Caine Yachts – Cape town SA)
December 2005- Moorings 4700 ‘Viking Dream’
“What a special time we have shared! Thank you sooooo much for sharing your boat of joy. Every kindness was much appreciated.
We hoped to have a fantastic time but we didn’t realise we would make such great friends too. Come and visit soon.
Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Big kisses from the boys!”
Philippa, Charlie, Fred and Gus Forrestor (BBC TV presenter and family)
May 2006- Moorings 6200 ‘more Amore’
“It’s probably impossible to put down in words how much we really appreciate all you’ve done for us this trip, the meals were absolutely incredible, the sailing instruction and windsurfing lessons were fantastic (100% success rate), but I think that what I appreciated most was getting to know you two, it’s inspirational to see how much you enjoy your lives, your career, and your relationship with each other. Thanks so much for making this an unforgettable week!
Craig Platt (Medical Student Yale University)
March 2007- Swan 68 ‘Shiraz’
“Thank you for an unforgettable cruise. Your trip planning was perfect and we got to enjoy a lot of sailing and snorkelling. The food and the meals was by far the biggest positive surprise of the cruise. We have eaten in New York, London, Paris, Tokyo and Hong Kong, and nowhere have we have found this combination of taste, menus, presentation and ingredients. It’s amazing how you can do this on a yacht! We cannot find words to thank you enough. We will become your marketing organisation and tell all our friends about you and our cruise. We’ll miss you, thanks.”Henrik & Marina Roos (Helsinki, Finland)
“Thanks so much for an unforgettable trip. Sally your meals were amazing and the ‘Captain’s Cocktails’ were awesome! We saw so many different places in the BVI, with your company. You are both such wonderful hosts and sailors and we felt totally relaxed.
We WILL be back!
David, Tracey, Nicole and David Jnr Jordan
U.S.A.
Sample Menu
BREAKFAST
All served with succulent local fruits, chilled fruit juices, freshly brewed coffee and a selection of teas. Plus cereals, yogurts and a variety of breads, toast and preserves each day.
Eggs Benedict with Crispy Bacon and English Muffins
Breakfast Sausages with French Toast and Puerto Rican style Plantains
Banana and Honey Pancakes
Cheese & Ham Croissant Bake with Tomato
‘Viking’ Omelettes
Scrambled Eggs wrapped in Smoked Salmon on a Toasted Bagel
LUNCH
To accompany your meal: Ice Cold Water, Chilled soft drinks, a favourite cocktail, beer or wine. With a Selection of Fresh Fruit to follow.
Lobster Catalana, Mixed Bean Salad and Freshly Baked Foccacia Bread
Bacon, Brie and Kalamata Olive Tossed Salad with a Caribbean Mustard, Egg and Potato Salad
Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Summer Pasta with a tossed Green Salad and Hot Baguette Rolls
Caesar Salad with a choice of extras; Smoked Salmon & Salmon, Shrimp, Chicken & Bacon or just plain, served with a Tomato and Balsamic Medley, and Hot Garlic Bread
Sally’s Homemade Gourmet Burgers plus Coleslaw and French Fries
Scallop and Salmon Brochettes on mixed Green Salad drizzled with a Tarragon and Vermouth Sauce, plus Sweet pepper Salad and Freshly Baked Mixed Grain Baguette.
Mushrooms Stuffed with walnuts & goat’s cheese, with Little Gems and Blue Cheese Salad and a Variety of Hot Crusty Rolls
HORS D’OEUVRES
One of Mark’s many Cocktail Specials be it a ‘Viking Vibration’, Bushwacker , Calypso rose, Margarita Classic or a favourite of your own. Mark also has a selection of ‘Virgin’ Cocktails which appeal to all ages. Accompanied by a selection of the following:
Mini Crab Cakes and Spicy Potato Cakes with a Sweet Chilli and Mango Dipping Sauce.
Asparagus or Figs stuffed with Mozzarella wrapped in Bacon
Peking Duck and Cucumber Roll with Hoi Sin Sauce
Cheesy Nachos with Tomato Salsa and ‘Best Ever’ Guacamole
Crab Salsa or Goat’s Cheese and Olive Tapenade on Crostini
Chicken Satay with Crunchy Peanut Sauce
Tiger Prawns in a Lime & Garlic Butter with Aioli
ENTREES
Elegantly served in our spacious cockpit under star studded skies, with iced water and selection of wine to accompany the following:
Redcurrant & Rosmary Chicken ‘en Papilotte’ with Griddled Zucchini & Yellow Squash, plus Spicy Rice
Seared Tuna Steak with Lemon & Herb Butter, alongside are Garlic and Herb New Potatoes, Beans and Cherry Tomatoes
Pork au Porto, Chrispy Steamed Broccoli with Toasted Sesame Seeds and Basmati Rice
Rack of Lamb with a Mustard & Apricot Crust, Timbale of Carrot & Courgette Julienne and Stack of Sauté New Potatoes
Sweet Chili & Ginger Swordfish Steak, Mixed Stir-Fry Vegetables and Wild Rice
Mignon Steak, Roasted Shallots with Wild Mushroom and Sherry Sauce, Chardonnay Baby Carrots and Butternut Mash
Duck Breasts with Soy and Ginger Sauce, Wilted Greens and Egg Noodles
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