14/01/2025
Celebrating 30 Years – The VOYAGE Story
First Five Years - Part I
An Invitation to Celebrate
We invite you to join us on a very special VOYAGE as we celebrate 30 wonderful years. Let’s start at the beginning, revisiting the first five years of VOYAGE charters in the BVI, while also highlighting the family members, staff, and owners who have been instrumental in making VOYAGE the success it is today.
A Family’s Gratitude
This story is told with deep gratitude, especially to Jack and Noon Downing, Robin’s blessed parents, who helped turn their children’s vision and dreams into reality.
The Arrival in Tortola
It all began on October 25, 1995, when Robin and Jo Downing, owners of VOYAGE charters, arrived in Tortola. They fell in love at first sight with the colorful, quaint West End location on Frenchman’s Cay, known as Soper’s Hole. There was no doubt—this was “The Special Spot” they had dreamed of to house a VOYAGE catamaran fleet. Back then, the fleet consisted of just one 40-foot boat, “Scubadu.”
Robin’s Passion for Boats
Robin's passion for boats began as a teenager on fishing trips with his grandfather off Durban's coast. These outings sparked his love for the water and naval design. At the age of 25, he built his first boat, AVA, a 37-foot Endurance, in his backyard. After launching AVA, Robin sold his house and began living on his yacht full-time. Around this time, he also started dating Jo, his childhood friend since age 11, and they married in 1991.
As we mark 30 incredible years, we’ll be sharing our history and milestones all year long. Stay tuned!
VOYAGE charters is offering an celebration special: call us 1.888.869.2436 or http://voyagecharters.com/forms/anniversary-special
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