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Yuto G. Yoshida
🇯🇵Kyoto, JP
フォトグラファーにとって理想の環境
The Maj Oceanicは、photography expeditionとして選んだ正解だった。特にKalond Islandの夕暮れ、コウモリが一斉に飛び立つ瞬間をdeckから撮影できたのは、アングルとタイミングの両方でperfect。翌日のBidadari Beachでは、crewが朝食をビーチにセットアップしてくれ、その間に空がピンクに染まるgolden hourを逃さずキャッチ。船のblack hull designが水中の色を邪魔しないので、snorkeling sceneの撮影でも自然なトーンが得られた。ナビゲーションの精度も高く、潮の流れを計算したitineraryで、無駄な移動がない。ただ、charging stationがcabins内に一つしかなく、複数のカメラバッテリーを同時充電するのが少し煩わしかった。スタッフは静かにサポートしてくれるが、必要以上に存在を感じさせない。それが逆に、自然と向き合う時間を尊重している証拠だと思う。
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Henry Parker
🇺🇸San Francisco, US
Sixty in Komodo, Done Right
I turned sixty on The Maj Oceanic, anchored off Long Beach, and it’s difficult to imagine a more graceful way to mark the milestone. The team had arranged a small gathering onshore—local musicians, a flame grill, champagne on ice—nothing overdone, just perfectly timed. The boat itself is a study in balance: modern comforts (excellent shower pressure, blackout cabins) without sacrificing the soul of a traditional phinisi. We spent the morning at Manta Point, where the gentle giants circled beneath the tender like slow planets. What stood out was the dive guide’s quiet expertise—he knew the regulars by name. One evening, the chef prepared a Balinese-inspired tasting menu under the stars. My only thought: I wish we’d had seven nights instead of five. There’s a rhythm to life aboard that takes two days to fully settle into. We left feeling not just celebrated, but seen.
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Nathan Booth
🇦🇺Brisbane, AU
Family, Sand, and Slow Time
We took our two teenagers and parents (ages 72 and 75) on The Maj Oceanic—a logistical gamble that paid off beautifully. The boat’s wide decks and shallow entry points helped the elders move safely. We spent a full day at Long Beach, building sandcastles and swimming in calm shallows. The kids loved snorkeling at Manta Point—seeing their first manta was pure joy. The crew adapted seamlessly: early dinners for the grandparents, late-night movies for the teens. The master suite was spacious without being ostentatious. One suggestion: a few more shaded areas on the sun deck. But the al fresco dining, the silent sails at dusk, the way the boat barely rocks at anchor—these details build something rare. We returned not just rested, but closer.
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Rose Parker
🇦🇺Melbourne, AU
Friends, Fire, and Komodo Skies
Five of us—old mates from uni—took The Maj Oceanic for a week, and it was exactly the antidote to our screen-saturated lives. We spent a blissful afternoon at Pink Beach, then hiked the ridge at Padar as the sun dipped. The view from the top—three bays in varying hues of turquoise—was worth every step. Evenings were ours: shared bottles, grilled fish, stories under the stars. The Maj Oceanic’s layout encourages conversation without crowding. The upper deck lounge is perfect for late-night talks. The crew were discreet but deeply capable—especially the chef, who turned out dishes that felt both local and personal. My only note? The tender could be a touch faster when conditions are choppy. But that’s a minor detail. What remains is the feeling of being untethered, in the best way.
Sun, Salt, and No Agenda
After a brutal quarter in finance, I needed to reset—no meetings, no pitch decks, just sea. The Maj Oceanic delivered. I spent mornings reading on the bow net, afternoons snorkeling at Manta Point, where the mantas hovered like silent aircraft. The boat’s pace is deliberate, almost meditative. We anchored at Taka Makassar for two nights—no one else in sight. One evening, the crew set up a private dinner on the beach: grilled lobster, saffron rice, torches in the sand. No frills, just perfection. The cabin, though compact, felt spacious thanks to the light teak and panoramic ports. My only note: the water pressure in the shower fluctuated slightly. But that’s forgivable given the setting. This wasn’t escape—it was reintegration. I returned with clarity, which is more than I can say for any spa.
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Felix Ramsey
🇳🇿Auckland, NZ
Friends Who Dive, Stay Afloat
A group of six of us—friends since university—booked The Maj Oceanic for a reunion, and it exceeded even our hopeful whispers. The layout allowed privacy when needed, but the upper deck became our nightly salon: wine, stories, the occasional guitar. We dove at Manta Point and Batu Bolong, both electric in their own ways. The boat’s dive platform is efficient—no waiting, no clutter. One afternoon, we kayaked around Taka Makassar, then napped in the shade of the sails. The galley surprised us daily: think smoked tuna tartare, jackfruit curry, local coffee brewed just right. My only quibble? The cabins, while beautiful, could use more USB-C ports. But that’s nitpicking. What matters is how effortlessly the crew handled our varied rhythms—early risers, night owls, one non-snorkeler. They made us feel like we’d charted the islands ourselves.
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ปรียา ทองมี
🇹🇭กรุงเทพฯ, TH
The Maj Oceanic คือระดับที่สุดของ privacy
จอง The Maj Oceanic ไว้ 5 วัน 4 คืน สำหรับ birthday trip ฉันเอง — ปีนี้อายุครบ 48 เลยอยาก treat ตัวเองสักหน่อย กับกลุ่มเพื่อนสนิท 6 คนจากต่างประเทศ ทุกคนบอกว่าไม่เคยเจอ phinisi ที่ balance ระหว่างความเป็นไทยกับความทันสมัยได้ดีขนาดนี้มาก่อน เริ่มจาก master suite ที่ deck บนสุด โปร่ง แสงธรรมชาติเข้าเต็ม แต่ยังรู้สึกเป็นส่วนตัวสุด ๆ ตอนจอดที่ Sebayur Island เราตื่นมากับเสียงคลื่น แล้วลงไปว่ายน้ำหน้าบ้านได้เลย เด็กครัวเตรียม fresh coconut กับ açai bowl ไว้ให้ริมเรือ วันต่อมาไป Pink Beach แล้วใช้ drone shot ถ่ายจากเรือ วิวออกมาคือ perfect แม้แต่ staff ยังไม่บัง frame เลย ตั้งค่ากล้องให้เราเอง แต่สิ่งเดียวที่รู้สึกว่าอาจปรับได้คือ signal wifi บนเรือ บางจุดมันหลุด ถ้าจะ work remotely จริงจัง ต้องเตรียม hotspot ไปเอง แต่ส่วนตัวฉันว่ามันดีนะ บังคับให้ disconnect บ้าง ที่ประทับใจคือ itinerary ที่ crew จัดมาให้ไม่เร่งรีบ เดินป่าที่ Komodo Island แล้วแวะ Manjarite ช่วงบ่าย นั่งชิลกิน afternoon tea บน deck โดยไม่ต้องเจอเรือใหญ่ๆ เลย รู้สึกเหมือนได้ใช้เวลาจริงๆ
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Marco Romano a
🇰🇷Seoul, KR
The Maj Oceanic에서 보낸 완벽한 babymoon
남편과 저는 babymoon 겸 오랜만에 둘만의 timeaway를 원했고, The Maj Oceanic이 그 모든 기대를 충족시켰어요. 특히 Sebayur Island에서의 private anchorage는 정말 special였죠. 해가 지는 순간, 해변에 둘만 남아 있는 느낌이었고, 승무원이 준비해준 candlelit dinner는 인상적이었어요. 저녁 후에는 sky가 투명하게 보여 별을 유영하듯 감상했어요. Gili Lawa도 일정에 포함되어 있었는데, 거기서 스노클링한 experience는 예상보다 훨씬 풍부했어요—다양한 reef fish와 함께 수영하는 건 마치 다른 world에 온 기분이었어요. 저희 master suite는 넓고 quiet했고, 실내 디자인이 traditional phinisi 요소와 modern minimalism이 잘 어우러져 있었어요. 단 하나 아쉬운 점은 외진 섬에서는 wifi가 약해서 카카오톡이 잘 안 됐다는 정도? 하지만 그것도 디지털을 떠나는 데에는 오히려 잘 맞았어요. 4일 itinerary가 짧게 느껴질 정도로 모든 순간이 quality time이었어요. 다음엔 dive group으로 다시 오고 싶어요.
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Peter Jenkins
🇮🇩Makassar, ID
Solo di Taka Makassar, Feeling Like a Queen
As a solo traveler, saya pilih The Maj Oceanic karena reputation-nya tentang safety and grace. Dan yes, lived up to it. Saya spend a full afternoon at Taka Makassar, baca novel, swim alone, dan just exist. Tidak ada yang memandang aneh—saya merasa free. Crew sangat respectful; they remember my coffee preference by day two. Kabin saya, Starboard Suite, king bed-nya firm tapi comfortable, dan linen-nya high-thread count. Di Batu Bolong, saya diving dengan guide private—experience yang worth the splurge. Visibility outstanding, dan current manageable. Satu catatan kecil: hair dryer di kabin kurang powerful, tapi mereka punya salon-grade di lounge. Tidak masalah besar. Yang saya bawa pulang bukan foto, tapi sense of calm. The Maj Oceanic is not just luxurious—it’s emotionally intelligent.