Un phinisi d'exception pour expatriés
En tant qu’Indonésien vivant à Bali, je suis critique sur les phinisis 'made for tourists'. Le Cirox 2 Phinisi est différent — il honore la tradition tout en offrant un confort international. J’y étais avec mes parents et mes deux enfants pour une semaine familiale. Les cabines, surtout le Master Suite offert à mes parents, étaient spacieuses et bien isolées. L’équipage local, souriant et compétent, parlait un anglais parfait mais aussi un peu de français pour nos invités européens. L’itinéraire à Batu Bolong et Komodo Island a été un succès — les enfants ont adoré les poissons-clowns, et mes parents ont apprécié la lenteur du rythme. Le seul point faible : la clim dans une cabine a eu un petit souci technique, vite corrigé. Mais ce qui m’a marqué, c’est l’attention aux détails : eau fraîche toujours disponible, serviettes de plage pliées chaque matin, et un drone shot de notre groupe à Gili Lawa offert par l’équipage. Un vrai souvenir.
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Sude N. Yavaş
🇩🇪Berlin, DE
Lüks Bir Yatışma
Kuşadası’ndan arkadaşlarla Cirox 2 Phinisi’nde 5 günlük bir friends getaway planladık. Pink Beach’e ilk vardığımızda, suyun tonları bizi büyüledi — Instagram’dan çok daha gerçekçi. Wainilu’da mangrovlar arasında bir kano turu yaptık, crew çok professional şekilde eşlik etti. Standard Cabin bile oldukça spacious ve soundproof. Akşamları güverte de tam bir lounge hissi veriyordu. Manta Point’te dalış deneyimim sınırlıydı ama dive master birebir destek verdi. Drone shot çekmek istedim ama sadece sabahları izin veriliyor, ki bu da diğer misafirlerin rahatını düşünmesi açısından anlayışla karşıladım. Wifi biraz zayıf ama bu kez, bu durumu olumlu şekilde kullandık: telefonlardan uzak, daha çok sohbet ettik. Sadece Wae Rebo’ya gitme fırsatımız olmadı, orayı kaçırdığımız için biraz üzgünüm. Ama overall, Cirox 2 Phinisi’nde geçirdiğimiz her an, şehir gürültüsünden uzak, derin bir nefes gibiydi.
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Grace Carter
🇨🇦Quebec City, CA
Solitude with Purpose
Travelling alone, I feared the risk of awkward silences or forced group dynamics. The Cirox 2 Phinisi avoided this entirely. The layout allows for both engagement and retreat—perfect for a solo traveler seeking depth. I spent hours on the bow seat, reading Rilke as we glided toward Sebayur Island. Snorkelling there felt like drifting through a living herbarium. The staff, notably the first mate, offered quiet companionship without overfamiliarity. Dining alone was never lonely; the long table invited conversation, but no pressure. At Wae Rebo, the morning trek rewarded us with a view over the valleys, the fog lifting like stage curtains. The only thing missing? A dedicated reading nook with curated maritime literature. But that’s a personal want, not a flaw. This yacht understands the rhythm of solitary travel.
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Penelope G. Vaughn
🇨🇦Calgary, CA
Komodo Island from the Deck
I joined a women’s leadership retreat aboard the Cirox 2 Phinisi, and the setting elevated every conversation. Sailing near Komodo Island, we watched dragons bask on sunbaked rocks from the upper deck with binoculars and morning coffee. The boat’s salon became our workshop space—whiteboards on easels, natural light flooding in. Evenings were reserved for reflection: wine, slow conversation, and the occasional bioluminescence sighting in our wake. The Master Suite had a writing desk facing the sea—perfect for journaling. The crew balanced discretion with attentiveness, never intrusive. One night, the generator failed briefly—resolved quietly, no drama. The itinerary included a short hike on Kanawa, followed by a seafood spread on the beach. For a group focused on depth, not distraction, this yacht was ideal.
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Marco Bianchi 6
🇩🇪Berlin, DE
Luxury Sailing dengan Nuansa Asli
Saya sudah coba beberapa luxury phinisi, tapi Cirox 2 Phinisi berbeda — lebih authentic. Mereka tidak pakai template itinerary, tapi adjust berdasarkan guest preference dan kondisi cuaca. Kita spend extra time di Padar Island karena group kita suka hiking, dan captain langsung reschedule anchor spot. Sunset di Gili Lawa benar-benar cinematic — the sky turned orange to purple, dan crew siapkan champagne toast tanpa diminta. Kabin Master Suite sangat well-designed: natural wood, linen premium, dan bathroom dengan rain shower. Makanan mostly farm-to-table concept, dengan seafood ditangkap same day. Satu minor note: noise dari generator kadang terdengar malam hari, tapi hanya beberapa menit. Tapi overall, the human touch dari crew — ingat nama, preferensi kopi, bahkan lagu favorit — itu yang bikin beda. Ini bukan sekadar trip, tapi connection.
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John Davies
🇺🇸Milwaukee, US
Tranquil Rhythm of the Sea
Our babymoon aboard the Cirox 2 Phinisi was a gentle counterpoint to city life. Six cabins meant we had space without isolation—the layout encourages quiet corners. We spent a dreamy afternoon at Pink Beach, where I waded into the blush-hued shallows while my partner sketched. The next day, a short hike on Komodo Island, carefully paced, offered views of the savannah and distant sails. Back on board, the master suite’s ceiling fan moved air just enough, and the blackout curtains ensured rest. Meals were served family-style: grilled squid, turmeric rice, fresh papaya. The steward remembered my tea preference by the second day. Wi-Fi was nominal, which we embraced. One night, anchored near Long Beach, the crew lit citronella lanterns and played soft jazz—nothing forced, just atmosphere. The only slight flaw: the shower drain in our cabin was slow, but it didn’t overflow. It’s a new boat, so perhaps a minor install issue. Still, the attention to detail—linen napkins, chilled towels after excursions—spoke of real care. We left feeling reset, not just rested.
ครบรอบ 15 ปี บนเรือใหม่
ฉันกับสามีฉลอง anniversary ครบรอบ 15 ปี ด้วยการเลือก Cirox 2 Phinisi เพราะอยากได้ความเงียบและ privacy จริงๆ เรือเพิ่ง built ปี 2024 ทำให้ทุกอย่างดู crisp และ modern โดยเฉพาะห้องน้ำใน Master Suite ที่มี rain shower แรงดีมาก แม้อยู่กลางทะเล จุดที่ประทับใจที่สุดคือค่ำคืนที่จอดอยู่ใกล้ Komodo Island ทางเรือจัด private dinner บน deck โดยไม่มีแขกคนอื่น แค่สองเรา กับแสงเทียนและเสียงคลื่น รู้สึกว่ามันเป็น moment ที่ rare มากในชีวิต การเดินทางไป Manta Point ก็ค่อนข้าง smooth แม้ลูกเรือจะบอกว่าอาจมีคลื่น แต่เรือลํานี้นิ่งพอสมควร ข้อเดียวที่อยากให้ปรับคือมี wine selection น้อยไปหน่อย แต่โดยรวมถือว่า itinerary นี้มีจังหวะพอดี ไม่เร่งรีบเกินไป
Фотоэкспедиция на Cirox 2 — уровень выше
Cirox 2 Phinisi стал базой для нашей photography expedition по северу архипелага. Длина судна — 24.8 метра — оказалась идеальной: достаточно манёвренный для узких проливов, но устойчивый при съёмках на закате. Особенно впечатлил подход капитана: он заранее просчитал lighting conditions для Pink Beach и Crystal Rock, чтобы мы успели на golden hour. Камерную зону на палубе превратили в mobile studio — продумано до деталей. Был момент, когда generator дал сбой — на пару часов отключили кондиционер в Standard Cabin, но crew оперативно всё починили. Не критично. Главное — судно даёт доступ к редким ракурсам. С высоты drone shot Manjarite выглядит как из National Geographic. Мы снимали в DNG, и пространство для обработки на борту — отличное. Хочется добавить ещё два дня в следующем itinerary.
Kỷ niệm 10 năm bên nhau
Đánh dấu 10 năm cưới trên Cirox 2 Phinisi – lựa chọn táo bạo nhưng xứng đáng. Chúng tôi muốn một anniversary trip vừa riêng tư, vừa có trải nghiệm tự nhiên thật thô. Tàu mới 2024 nên mọi thứ còn nguyên: từ khăn tắm mềm đến hệ thống đèn LED trong cabin Master Suite. Hành trình đưa chúng tôi từ Loh Liang đến Wainilu, rồi ghé Wae Rebo vào buổi chiều muộn – nơi có vách đá đỏ rực dưới nắng cuối ngày. Tôi nhớ nhất là bữa tối riêng trên deck, chỉ hai vợ chồng, với nến và rượu vang. Có điều thời gian ở Taka Makassar hơi rút gọn do gió mạnh, đáng lẽ nên dành thêm giờ lặn ngắm mantas. Con trai út (8 tuổi) đi cùng cũng không thấy chán – tàu có bộ đồ chơi LEGO và phim hoạt hình trên tablet. Nhân viên rất tinh tế, không gian riêng luôn được giữ kín. Nếu có cải thiện, tôi muốn thêm một lựa chọn vegetarian cao cấp trong menu – hiện tại chỉ có trứng và rau xào. Dù vậy, overall đây là một escape hoàn hảo khỏi thành phố.
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