Captain Roger Perkins sailed from England in 1979 to circumnavigate the world. Arriving in the Caribbean, he was so taken with the beautiful islands, the people and the sailing, that he decided to stay and share his way of life with others.

     Roger is a skilled engineer and enthusiastic sailor, who worked in the boat building industry in Guernsey for many years. He loves to help others learn and appreciate the finer points of sailing. He is also a certified SCUBA diver and is mad about windsurfing and hiking. 

 

 

     Ellen (aka. Ronnie) Perkins hails from Southern California where in 1984 she left the bustling lifestyle and a career in real estate to pursue dreams of sailing the high seas. After several ocean passages crewing as navigator and cook on various yachts, she met Roger and Illusion II.  Now, she has been amazing their quests with the fabulous cuisine that comes out of her galley. She also loves snorkeling and hiking, and is more than willing to take guests on guided tours of the islands above as well as blow the sea.

 

     Roger and Ellen have a home in Lompoc, California where they reside during the hurricane season. Roger is a classic car and motorcycle enthusiast. Ellen is an avid gardener, painter, and spends a lot of time perfecting her menus. Both Roger & Ellen spend a lot of time road cycling and camping.

 

     Both Roger and Ellen are non-smokers.

 

SAMPLE MENU

 

"You will be surprised and delighted at the quality and ingenuity that comes out of Illusion II's galley."

 

Breakfast
Fresh fruit, Tropical Juices, Expresso Coffee
Fresh Baked Croissants, Blueberry Muffins, Banana Bread
French Rum Toast, Eggs & Sausage, Banana Pancakes
Lunch
Seafood Pasta Salad w/Bread Sticks, Mexican Fiesta Salad,
BBQ Cheeseburgers in Paradise, Roast Beef Sandwiches,
Quiche Lorraine w/ Spinach Salad, Curry-Cashew Chicken
in Cantaloupe, Linguine with Clam Sauce
Cocktail Hour Hors D'Oeuvres
Conch Fritters, Hot Spinach Balls,
Imported French Pate and Brie,
Jalapeno and Picapepper Cheese
Dinner Entrees
Salmon with Wine-Mustard Sauce, Asparagus and
Fettuccini Alfredo
Calypso Roast Port w/Brandied Apples and Wild Rice
Chilled Lime-Garlic Shrimp With Lemon Rice
BBQ Local Steaks--Tender & Flavorful! Baked Potato
         Honey-Ginger Roasted Game Hens w/Apple Stuffing
                                Desserts
                      Flan, Double Chocolate Layered Cake,
                    English Trifle, Pistachio Moose
                  House wine to Accompany Meal

 

      ENTRIES FROM ILLUSION II GUEST LOG

 

"Thank you for a true vacation. Truly appreciate not having to cook as well as being spoiled with a delicious menu! The week went by all to fast. It is wonderful having time with you and my family without all the distractions of our busy life. Thanks for your cheer and good spirits."                                                          Ann O.  Boston, Mass.

 

"What a sailing adventure! Could never believe two weeks could go so quickly. It has been a relaxing experience for both of us. We have seen and done more things than we ever thought possible. Believe it or not, you have whetted our appetite for more. Who knows what we will do next."                            Carl & Kathleen H. Mountain View, Ca.

 

  "Thank you for a great week! Everything was just perfect. Ellen, the meals were so terrific. Everything was just to our liking. Each night was so different, so many wonderful spots you took us to."                                         Russel & Kitty B.  Canton, Mass.

 

                                            

 

 We will be happy to provide you with current refreneces from past guests.