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Ragamuffin Charter

P.O. 303476, 00803 , St. Thomas
340-998-2318
Ranked #69 of 94 tours in St. Thomas
4.0 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Ragamuffin 62ft Classic Sailing Yacht, exquisite Teak interior, spacious staterooms, huge main saloon, 27 opening hatches/ports, comfortable...... more » Owner description: Ragamuffin 62ft Classic Sailing Yacht, exquisite Teak interior, spacious staterooms, huge main saloon, 27 opening hatches/ports, comfortable cruiser.Loren & Jo owner/operators cruising Caribbean 20 years, highly interested current events, many personal island friends… never know whom Ragamuffin will meet/invite aboard 7 days BVI early breakfast then morning sail to new island, lunch, snorkel, explore. Happyhour and some dinners ashoreBecome a Ragamuffin, leave books at home, live the adventure.Crew participation encouraged. « less
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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

Underneath Loren's grumpy manner (he had the flu!) is a heart made of gold. He would do anything to keep his pax safe, and to try to make their stay fun and pleasant. Loren is a military man, and likes things done a certain way. But he let me sail the boat, work the ropes, and ride the bow sprit... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

I had the pleasure of bunking on the Ragamuffin for 4 days of fun in January 2012. Loren and Jo created a cozy, comfortable and inviting experience for me and my 4 girlfriends. Sailing around Culebra and mooring at spectacular spots each night made for an experience I will never forget. The highlights for me included Jo's fantastic cooking, snorkelling... More

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Phoenix, Arizona
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012

After reading over all of the reviews thus far, I see that you either love the experience of sailing on the Ragamuffin . . .or you don't. From what I could tell, the majority of the 'complaints' were about Loren's ah er . . personality. Loren does come across as gruff and perhaps a wee bit impatient. But when mechanical... More

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Youngstown, New York
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012

On December 30th I set sail (7 days) with friends on Sailboat Ragamuffin out of St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. We toured the Islands of Jost Van Dyke, Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada, Marina Cay, Norman Island, and St. John. I arrived a day early due to scheduling and was accommodated overnight, free of charge (with meals) by the owners of Ragamuffin.... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012
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Looking at the reviews, there's no inbetween! My wife and I are of the latter...especially 'the captain'. Wow, never thought someone could treat us the way he did when he's in the 'hospitality' business. The places we visited in the BVI were great, but it's the traveling to and fro that was the problem; we were not worthy sailors and... More

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Jo Dechant, Owner at Ragamuffin Charter, responded to this review
17 February 2012

From Loren, sorry if I became upset after having to unplug your toilet numerous times durning your stay. I thought my job as Captain is to keep you out of trouble and off the rocks. Next time you should go on a cruise ship, they also have an ample supply of whisky. From Jo, After being in the service industry... More

New York City, New York
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2011
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person found this review helpful

Jo and Loren are fabulous "to come home" to. I've been on several charters with them. I've sailed with them in fair and foul weather and always felt safe and sound. I love going to all their tried and true sailing spots, visiting the locals, some celebrities, some friends and some characters. A great time is had by all. Ragamuffin... More

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Cathedral City, California
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2011
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I was browsing through Trip Advisor and found reviews for the Ragamuffin. The negative ones astounded me so much I felt compelled to write one about our sailing adventure with Jo & Loren. Short version: we had the time of our life. I booked the week on the Ragamuffin and surprised my husband with it for his 50th birthday. We... More

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Hell, Nord-Trondelag, Norway
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2011

Sailing on the Ragamuffin with Joe, Loren and Squeak is one of my favorite parts about going to the island!! It was a blast! from the time we woke and got on the boat it seemed like a dream! Sitting in the middle of the ocean and having so much fun, I forgot i was on a boat!! The experience... More

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1 review
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2011
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people found this review helpful

Six of us spent a week with Jo, Loren, and Capt. Squeak (the cat) on board the Ragamuffin. Just in case you don't feel like reading a rather long review, we want you to know that we DO NOT recommend sailing on the Ragamuffin. Please read on if you are interested in the details. The good: Jo is a sweet,... More

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Jo Dechant, Owner at Ragamuffin Charter, responded to this review
14 June 2011

Sorry you did not enjoy your early April cruise aboard Ragamuffin.. but.. why now? Then you gave us almost $1,000 in gratuities. More

Denver, Colorado
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2010
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person found this review helpful

"Hey Lo, you guys have guests this week?" " Well no "he answered. "Tell Jo I will be on the next flight in tonite." " Wow" You see I called them in the AM and flew in with my partner Ted by that evening. We were unannounced and we were joined by another unannounced friend of thiers. This was their... More

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