Your Crew
Captain Lukata Samuel, A 100 Ton Master Born And Raised In The Virgin Islands, Has Been Sailing Since The Age Of Eight And Carries An Endless Knowledge Of The Surrounding Caribbean Waters. From Teaching Youth Sailing In St. Vincent And The Grenadines To Leading Charters Across The Virgin Islands And Puerto Rico, Lukata’s Life Has Always Been Intertwined With The Sea. When He’s Not At The Helm, He Can Be Found Running Triathlons, Volunteering Locally, Or Exploring Hidden Beaches With His Partner, Chef Benita. Passionate About Sharing The Authentic Island Experience, He Curates Each Charter With Farm-Fresh Provisions, Local Artistry, And Cultural Immersion—Creating A Truly Tropical Oasis For His Guests.
Captain And Chef Benita Marshall Brings A Radiant Spirit To Life Aboard, Combining Her Love For Wellness, Food, And Caribbean Culture. With Over 5,000 Nautical Miles Under Her Belt And A 100 Ton Master License, She Blends Her Sailing Expertise With Her Six Years In The Culinary Industry To Deliver A “Farm-To-Table” Dining Experience Inspired By Her Family Farms, Meder Mogzit And Greenridge Guavaberry. A Certified Yoga And Fitness Instructor, Benita Believes In Nourishing Both Body And Soul Through
Mindful Movement And Vibrant Cuisine.
Together, Benita And Lukata Offer Guests An Unforgettable Journey—
Where Food, Culture, And Adventure On The Ocean Meet The Warm Essence Of True Island Life.
I can't recommend this type of vacation, this boat or this crew more.
April Corral <br />
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Our group of 8 female friends celebrated a half-century birthday aboard the incredible Ad Astra. we adored our crew - Captain Ziggy and Chef Beni. the food was superb. the scenery could not have been better. the boat was the ideal size for our group of high activity women. we swam, snorkeled, paddle boarded, floated, walked beaches, hiked the caves and baths in Virgin Gorda, hit up all the hot spot beach bars and had plenty of time to lounge around with cocktails! can't recommend this type of vacation, this boat or this crew more.
Thank you for the best trip ever!
Chris Mitchell’s 50th Birthday<br />
January 17–24, 2026<br />
Beni & Ziggy,<br />
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Thank you for taking such great care of us. We loved our time on Ad Astra with you. Your energy was perfect, the food was delicious, and the fun was non-stop!<br />
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— Char & Chris<br />
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Beni & Ziggy,<br />
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Thank you so much for such great care of us this week. The food, the drinks, the laughs, and the stories — we miss you already!<br />
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Much love,<br />
Kathleen & Dave<br />
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Beni & Ziggy,<br />
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Thanks for an amazing week! Food, drinks, beach, snorkel, sharks — ever make it to Chicago, let’s get together!!!<br />
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— Ken & Andrea<br />
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Thank you for the best trip ever!<br />
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— Kassy & Max<br />
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