Reef Odyssey

Dear Sirs,

MV Reef Odyssey – Whitsunday Islands Cruises. 15th to 19th October 2005.

Cecil A Creber and son Dr Christopher Creber.

Now that I am back at home in Scotland after a most exhilarating fortnight visit to Australia with my son I am writing to say that the highlight of our holiday was the cruise on the Reef Odyssey around the Whitsunday Islands and out to the Great Barrier Reef. It really was a trip of a lifetime, thanks to Captain Graeme and everyone of the ship’s crew who made us all feel so welcome from the moment we stepped aboard. In no time everyone was on first name terms as if we had all known each other for a lifetime.

Everything was just superb, the accommodation, the cuisine and the general facilities were for us better than a five star hotel and no where would one find a friendlier personal service than that provided by all the crew. The programmed daily trips and activities were absolutely superb and quite unexpected. There was never a dull moment and, although none of us had met before, our fellow passengers were great companions who enjoyed every moment of the cruise.

For us, the cruise was way beyond our expectation, with stunning scenery and unbelievably clear waters, particularly over the Barrier Reef with varieties of fish of all colours and sizes a number of turtles, manta rays and, to everyone’s surprise, even a whale surfaced. The two glass bottom boats were ideal for those of us who were not good snorkel swimmers and I was impressed by the expertise of all who helmed the boats. I was also impressed by all the safety precautions that were taken, including the provision of safety suits against the stings of jellyfish.

The visits ashore to the islands were most enjoyable, such as to the great white sandy beach of Whitehaven and to the exotic holiday Hamilton Island where we were able to have a tour of the island by golf buggy.

The highlight of the cruise for me and an occasion that I will never forget, was the surprise birthday party that the ship’s company put on for me on my eighty second birthday, with an innovative birthday pyramid cake made of profiteroles by the ship’s chef.

For Christopher and myself, our cruise on the Reef Odyssey was indeed the trip of a lifetime, thanks to Captain Graeme and all the crew who were so friendly, competent and helpful throughout.

I would be very grateful if you could kindly pass this letter on to the Captain and crew of the Reef Odyssey.

Yours Faithfully

Cecil A Creber.

Emma Moody Vic Australia

Highlight - Range of activities available was wonderful. Particularly enjoyed the snorkelling where Elvis resides and the visit to Whitehaven Beach. Food was sensational!!

General - Thank you for providing such a wonderful experience in the Whitsundays. I loved every minute of it and will definitely be recommending it to others. It was great to meet so many people from far and wide. A huge thank you to all the staff for their friendliness, fun and passion for the region. 10/10

Michael and Pat Kirston, Bristol UK

Highlight - Going to Whitehaven Beach seeing stingrays off the beach. later seeing turtles and finally watching the dolphins feeding at the back of the boat. A trip we will never forget.

General - All of the staff were brilliant and the quality and presentation of the food was A1. Great holiday, many thanks to you all

Jenny and Peter Coulson................

We wish to pass on our thanks to the crew of the Reef Odyssey cruise . The whole trip was a wonderful experience, thanks to their efforts and the places we visited were a revelation. We had not realised that such places existed. The food was exceptional, the cabin first class and every one of the crew was friendly and helpful. The use that Ian, the dive instructor, put his digital camera to was appreciated by all the passengers, and his film shows made entertaining watching after a gourmet meal by TJ the chef. This cruise was special to us as it was our Coral Anniversary whilst we were sailing the Coral Sea and we will remember this trip for many years to come.

We would certainly recommend your cruises to anyone who wanted something special in the Whitsundays. Once again, many thanks to your organisation and that particular crew.