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With Fran and Steuart it's always fun:
Dive, Relax, Eat, Dream and Laugh. 
Explore the Islands of Tonga


Steuart and Fran Rattle are the essence of what makes Two If By Sea one spectacular vacation yacht.  They're fun, laid back, knowledgeable, resourceful, and exceedingly helpful.

They make you immediately feel at home, while making sure your every need is attended to.

Fran and Steuart take great pleasure in welcoming you aboard Two if by Sea. This delightful couple are two very special people who delight in sharing their love of the islands, sailing, and the water.  

Biographical Information:
Steuart is originally from England.  He's a certified Yachtmaster who takes great pride in maintaining his yacht in immaculate condition.

For the past 25 years, he has worked as professional crew in various capacities on sailing and power yachts. He's sailed around the world including the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Persian Gulf, Coral Sea, Indian Ocean, Baltic and Atlantic Islands, including numerous Trans-Atlantic and Trans-Pacific crossings. 

Steuart and Fran call Queensland Australia their home when they're not on TIBS. 

Fran hails from Northern Ireland, where she earned her degree in Human Communication and Psychology.  She is a natural with children, and her warm and inviting personality gives her and immediate rapport with her guests.

For the past 8 years Steuart and Fran have worked together as crew in the British Virgin Islands, the Grenadines and Belize.  They have been on TIBS for 5 years and are now owners.

Diving is a special experience on TIBS.  Both Steuart and Fran are certified PADI Dive Instructors who delight in sharing the spectacular "other half" of the BVI's.  Full dive equipment and compressor are available.

Fran's an accomplished chef who gained much of her culinary experience working in various hotels and restaurants in Spain and the Channel Islands before setting sail with Steuart on their own charter yacht in the Persian Gulf. Her cuisine reflects their travels throughout the world and brings an international flair to her menu. She specializes in beautifully presented, healthy meals. 

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Steuart catches dinner

 

Ask Steuart to give you one of his famous "Toasts to the Queen"

 

You'll wake up to laughter and a friendly good morning; share the pleasure of a great dive; or just relax; then it's more laughter and some great meals.

 

To set up your special vacation in the Kingdom of Tonga 
on Catamaran Two if by Sea
Use Our Online Form 
Or call our stateside office at 800-811-1475
Or write to us at Twoifbysea@catamaransailing.com

  
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