If you're longing for wide, open spaces, blue horizons and wind in your hair, then this holiday is for you. Be a true master of your own destiny with helpful tips and instructions, and a practical lesson before you depart. You'll become Old Salt in no time at all! 😊 Soak up the sun, the scenery and good company for life long memories. I certainly did... Thank you Portland Roads.

Eva, who needs a marketing team or a marketing budget when we have such wonderful guests enjoying and sharing such wonderful experiences (We are a small team of almost none, so no such luxuries) What a cracking 5 Star Review - You have our little local Aussie business walking around on cloud nine - So from everyone here at Portland Roads - Sailing the Whitsundays, we say a HUGE Thank You - www.74islands1boat.com.au

Our dream trip to sail the Whitsundays began in early May *** and we had a magical two weeks on Portland Roads a 420 Lagoon catamaran, with two other couples over our two weeks of sailing, around this amazing environment. The Portland Roads team that supported our holiday was professional, well organised and friendly and made us feel we were very well looked after. We received great hospitality and advice from ***, the principal of the company. *** inducted us the use of the boat and kept us on track. In the last 4 days of our trip when there was just two of us on board, we had Deano as our sail guide, an experience we highly recommend.

As this was our first trip of bare boat sailing we received great advice from *** who drew up a proposed itinerary for our trip around the Whitsunday Islands, including a visit to the lovely Palm Bay resort on Long Island, which we will definitely visit again on our next sail with Portland Roads. One of the great features of Portland Roads was access to the “Ocean Club” at Abell wharf, which provided full bathroom, laundry and BBQ facilities when were docked overnight at the marina. This facility, which was right next door to our mooring, allowed us to have a refreshing shower and access to washing machines, free coffee, a beautiful deck and BBQ facilities.

We will certainly be re-booking over the next few years to re-visit some of our favourite places and explore some of the new places we just did not have time to visit on our first trip. Based on our experience, as a relatively new skipper, I would certainly recommend engaging a sail guide for at least first few days of a bare boat at experience. For us, this would provide us with a reinforcement for all the operations on the boat, but it also provides everyone on board the excitement of the full sailing experience. We can also get an update on the best spots in the Whitsundays where you might be able to swim with turtles, find the best coral reefs and fishing spots.

We totally recommend Portland Roads for your sailing adventure in the Whitsundays.

*** *** and *** Long

Ian and Maryanne; what superb feedback - We are honoured.
From the moment you booked this trip we all fell in love with your enthusiasm for your Sailing adventure; And what a treat to finish it all with Deano getting you back out on the water for a spot of fishing, along with a catch up with John at Palm Bay. Better still, you're getting in early and re-booking with the team at Portland Roads - Sailing the Whitsundays. It will be our pleasure to host you again at www.74islands1boat.com.au

*** & his team went above & beyond to make sure our sailing experience was memorable Thanks we will be back for a third time

Gina, you and your family have become like a second family to us here at Portland Roads - Sailing the Whitsundays. What a treat to have you back again, to hear this news that you're now planning to come back a third time - Whoo Hoo - It is such an infectious style of holiday and adventure, and as you know, we share your enthusiasm. See you all again soon @ www.74islands1boat.com.au

Sailing the Whitsundays aboard *** with family and friends was an unforgettable experience.It is something I would recommend to anyone.We found Deano terrific to deal with and nothing was too much trouble.👍

Thank you Dave, you've summed it up perfectly - 'unforgettable' We have even bottled Deano in a little take home pack as his energy, positive nature and passion should be shared around the globe. Feedback like yours leaves the team at Portland Roads - Sailing the Whitsundays standing a few inches taller. We hope to see you on the water again soon - www.74islands1boat.com.au

What a treat. I hadn't given this trip much thought as l was holidaying with friends and they'd done all the planning. Now here I am at the end of our charter quite speachless.
The Whitsundays are extraordinary, our boat was so cool and the guys and gals from Portland Roads have taught me a thing or two about running an amazing business. Love, love, loved every minute and l do not want to go home. A real treat was the indigenous and Eco connections, so respectful and practical (and some great take home ideas)
Thank you all so much, I really do hope that l can do this again soon - ***

Bungunna kari Pedro; Thank you for your warm words. Acknowledging our Heritage and the Health of our planet are the cornerstones of our business. We try not to preach, we simply try TO DO. From the use of ONYA products to listening to our local elders. The investment speaks for itself. Again, thank you from all of our team at Portland Roads - Sailing the Whitsundays - www.74islands1boat.com.au

What a champ, loved our sailing experience. Thank you for taking us around the Whitsundays. You are amazing.

Flattery will get you everywhere Sharon. Most guests skipper themselves around our island home, but having you and your clan take up our Platinum Package was a real treat. Thanks for making us feel part of your family. Having you all coming back again over Christmas New Year is another reason to celebrate. Thank's for choosing our little Aussie company Portland Roads - Sailing the Whitsundays. It was our pleasure being your host - www.74islands1boat.com.au

Awesome experience. Thank you, John, for the sailing adventure that must be experienced first hand. WOW! it blew us away. I will say the best sailing experience on the Whitsundays. You have my recommendations.

And the team at Portland Roads - Sailing the Whitsundays take your recommendation with real stand-up tall pride. Judy we loved having you and your friends on board and we were especially pleased that you held so much interest in our Ngaro past in these waters. It was special following the Ngaro trail and discovering history together. www.74islands1boat.com.au

Perfect, Great boat! Great people! Best Whitsunday sailing experience.

Thanks for your 5 Star Review and feedback Maggie. A ship load of happiness sailed into port when you guys arrived. It was great to have you as our guests. Please come back and play with us again, here at Portland Roads - Sailing the Whitsundays - www.74islands1boat.com.au