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Winner!! Travelers Choice Award – 14 years in a row!!!

Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2025 logo with an owl and laurel wreath.

Ahoy! And welcome aboard!

Yo Ho Ho! And shiver me timbers! It’s time to raise the Jolly Roger. For 14 years running – that’s right, FOURTEEN !! – Stormy Pirates Boat Charters has been awarded a Traveler’s Choice Award by Tripadvisor. No, this award isn’t booty captured by force or shenanigans. It’s recognition that our company is doing what we set out to do: give customers the absolutely BEST experience on the water that is fun, safe, adventurous and most of all memorable. 

Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2025 logo with an owl and laurel wreath.

Our salty crew is taking the accolades to heart and shivering with delight. And yes, we probably broke open a bottle – or two – of rum to celebrate, but receiving the news was also a reminder that we have a fabulous fan base who wrote reviews and made recommendations on Tripadvisor, making this award possible. For that, we are very grateful. 

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Guests at Pizza Pi. Stormy Petrel

So from the bottom of our hearts (and cups!), we salute each and every one of our loyal customers for their efforts. Our goal has always been to help visitors and locals alike to discover, explore and make memories in and around our home in the Virgin Islands. Receiving The Traveler’s Choice Award (formerly the Certificate of Excellence) is like a warm pat on the back telling us that our efforts are paying off. It’s also a motivator for us to improve our services in hopes of meeting even more amazing customers – or “hearties” as we pirates like to call our friends and comrades. After organizing and officiating every kind of gathering aboard our boats from engagements & weddings to birthdays, as well as the spreading of ashes of loved ones, we feel our loyal guests are more family than clientele. 

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How Winners Are Selected

Every year Tripadvisor picks recipients for the Traveler’s Choice Awards based on the quantity and quality of traveler’s reviews and ratings that are posted on the Tripadvisor website over a 12-month period. In other words, winners of the Traveler’s Choice Awards are decided by real travelers from all over the world who share their opinions, recommendations and stories.  

 

To be eligible to receive an award:

*a business must have been listed on Tripadvisor for at least 12 months

* they must receive a threshold number of reviews within the evaluation period

* they must maintain or exceed a minimum bubble rating on Tripadvisor 

Traveler’s Choice Award-Winners Are Among The Top 10% Of Listings On Tripadvisor

Residing in the top 10% of listings on Tripadvisor is no small feat. 

Variety + Excellence + Comfort = Great Boat Days!

Looking to visit the British Virgin Islands for the day? Or perhaps, you’d rather spend your time sightseeing around the US Virgin Islands swimming with turtles and eating pizza? Whether it’s a family fun day or a reunion of best friends looking to indulge in a bit of bar hopping, Stormy Pirates Charters has you covered. With a variety of options –  everything from a catamaran sail to Jost Van Dyke to Circling the islands of St. John, to exploring The Baths National Park on Virgin Gorda. Stormy Pirates Charters offers you a VERY personalized service with options for Power boats or Sailing Catamarans along with a knowledgeable crew, who all call the Virgin Islands their home. Our crews look forward to guiding you on a boat day no matter where your final destination may be.

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Read what other customers have to say and you’ll frequently see comments like “They know all the good snorkeling spots,” “Wonderful hosts,” “Attentive & caring,” “Never felt rushed,” and “Did a great job filling our drink cups.” Over and over again, reviewers stress the crew’s “knowledge, professionalism, and cheerfulness.”

Every Guest becomes a part of the Stormy Pirates Family!

While returning guests have a special place in the hearts of Stormy Pirates crew, we love meeting and entertaining new guests. Whether you’re interested in an extended 6 hour Sunset Sail or half or full day cruise, our staff is committed to making sure you have an amazing time. 

End Notes: As any good pirate would say, “Avast ye! Isn’t it time for you to experience what everyone else is raving about?” If there’s a trip in your future to St. Thomas or St. John, why not pick up the phone and start a conversation with one of the crew at Stormy Pirates Charters. Or, visit their website and book your experience. They’ll gladly put the gang plank down and escort you in style! And for all you attentive pirates out there who caught the more than a dozen “pirate speak” terms in this blog – CONGRATULATIONS!!! Have a read-thru again just to brush up because National Talk Like A Pirate Day (September 19th) is quickly approaching tomorrow!!