"Couldn't have dreamed of a better week! The sailing, the scenery, the FOOD! Each would have been great alone...and we got all 3! What a Captain! What a crew! A high bar has been set for any future adventure! Wheeeeeee!!!" —Lori from Phoenix, AZ

"This tops the best of all my adventures so far! Thanks for a great sail. The crew was superb. I'll be back!!!" —Dolores from Fort Plain, NY

"...I had a stupendous, splendiferous, stunning, awe-inspiring, momentous, tremendous, super duper, eyepoppingly amazing week. Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you! See you next year." —Susan from Cold Spring, NY

"Few things in life that we look forward to greatly meet all of our expectations. Fewer still exceed them. May the Taber sail forever!" —Susan from Rexville, NY

"I dreamed about sailing on a schooner for many years. The reality of the sail was 100 times better than my dreams. Thanks to all for an excellent trip." —Lisa and Mike from Harvest, AL

Smallest catch ever

"About 5,000 miles away from home (Kassel, Germany). It just took 3 days to make us feel like longtime members of the Stephen Taber family.... The Stephen Taber is indeed a VERY special vessel, although we have already seen so much of the U.S., this little tiny place is THE BEST!! Thanks (in German DANKE!!) to a great crew, great spirit, great fun, great food. To summarize it- We will be back, it was just ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!!" —Stefanie & Lars from Kassel, Germany

Stonington Gallery

"Thanks for making this one of the great experiences of my life! The crew and Captain were outstanding. Maine is a long way from Texas, but the Taber and her crew made it worth every mile!" —Jeff from Brenham, TX

Marshall Point

Deer Isle Thorofare

"We had a great time and I hope we get the chance to sail with you again. The Taber is the BEST!" —Les & Betty from Ames, NY

"What an adventure! Our trip was beyond our expectations. Great Captain and terrific crew. May we meet again..." —Pam and Chris from Great Barrington, MA

Guests help derig

"...A total escape from daily life, stress and worries. The Taber is wonderful. The crew is incredible, and the sea and scenery are breath taking. We hope to do this again next year. Thanks for everything!" —Stephanie S.

End-of-season beer

"Thank you, Captain Noah and his crew for a wonderful trip aboard undoubtedly the BEST sailing vessel in the Maine fleet. Delicious food!! An experience that will stay with me forever. A big thanks to all of you." —Tom from Manchester, CT

"While searching for a very unique experience..., we found the Stephen Taber. This trip has been one that has far exceeded both of our expectations. We enjoyed the entire sailing experience and we thank you for that." —Eileen and Paul from Trumbull, CT

"Thank you for a wonderful vacation. You all made us realize what we really need. Good friends, great food and a sense of humor. This was a true getaway from our usual routine- a welcome change." —Linda and Jim from Manchester, CT

"I can honestly say that I very much enjoyed this. It is the best sea voyage I ever had. Thanks for your hospitality, and I will remember this experience until the day I die." —Ernie from Mollala, OR

Parade of Sail

Local island transport

Exploring coastal villages

"Thank you all for a wonderful sailing experience: great food, fabulous company, great music, beautiful days and amazing nights aboard the best schooner in the fleet!" —Leo P.

"The experience of a lifetime. It made for a very special 35th wedding anniversary. We'll be back next year." —Ted & Mary from Rockland, ME

Isle au Haut

"Thank you, thank you, thank you once again for sharing a little bit of heaven with us. As always, this was the most fabulous vacation we have ever had. We will be back!" —Bob & Dar G.

Foggy morning

Marlinspike seamanship

"You made a 50 year old dream come true. Thank you, I had a grand time. Hope to see you again." —Fred from Berlin, NH

Family charter

"An excellent trip on all accounts...sailing, weather, food, entertainment, relaxation. We couldn't have asked for a better time. Coming from Memphis, TN it was just the taste of New England that we needed (and have missed) so much!!" —Dave & Sue from Memphis, TN