Creative Minds in Paradise
Sebagai fotografer dalam expedition, lighting dan access adalah everything. Leticia punya both. Sunrise di Komodo Island? The textures on the hills, the shadows — chef’s kiss. Crew help us time landings perfectly. Mereka bahkan prepare a floating platform untuk wide-angle shots. Kabin nyaman, tapi noise dari engine agak terdengar di lower deck. Tapi, earplugs provided. Makanan segar setiap hari — I still dream about the grilled squid with lime. Editing di lounge, dengan angin laut dan teh jahe — priceless. Leticia understands creative travelers. Not just service, tapi support. We left with award-worthy shots and full hearts. This boat gets art, not just tourism.
Diving di Komodo, Level Next
Sebagai bagian dari dive group profesional, standar kami tinggi. Leticia Liveaboard? Delivered 110%. Gili Lawa timur — spot pertama kami — langsung bikin semua diver excited. Coral condition pristine, dan current-nya perfect untuk drift dive. The dive master sangat experienced, always anticipating our needs. Kabin saya di deck bawah tetap tidak berisik, insulasi-nya bagus banget. Yang paling impressed: custom dive itinerary based on our group’s skill level. Tapi, satu hal: diving gear storage bisa lebih organized. Secara keseluruhan, the attention to detail is insane. Malam di Taka Makassar, bintang jatuh seperti di film. Crew even set up a private BBQ session with local fish and corn. Feels exclusive, not crowded. Leticia is not just a boat, it’s a floating sanctuary.
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Faith Anderson
🇺🇸Washington, US
A Thoughtful Voyage, Deeply Felt
I approached the Leticia Liveaboard with some skepticism—so many 'luxury' yachts rely on gloss over substance. But from the first step aboard, the integrity of the build was evident. The teak, the welds, the way the saloon flows into the dining area—it’s a 2021 vessel that feels lived-in and wise. We spent an afternoon at Taka Makassar, where the reef rises like a cathedral beneath the surface. My wife and I, both divers, appreciated the dive team’s conservatism—no rushing, no pressure. Evenings were spent on the upper deck, reviewing photos with a single malt and listening to the crew laugh in the galley. The boat’s size—35 meters, 10 cabins—means it’s social without being loud. We were celebrating my retirement, and the staff arranged a small toast with local palm wine. The only thing I’d improve? More shaded areas on the sundeck. But that’s a minor note in a deeply considered journey.
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Douglas Vaughn
🇳🇿Auckland, NZ
Komodo Through a Luxurious Lens
Leticia Liveaboard offered the perfect blend of adventure and ease. As a couple seeking a meaningful escape, we were drawn to Komodo’s wild beauty—and Leticia’s ability to frame it with grace. Our days began with coffee on the foredeck, watching the sun rise over Padar Island’s jagged silhouette. A morning hike revealed panoramic views that left us speechless. Later, a dive at Manta Point delivered an otherworldly encounter—mantas circling us like silent guardians. The yacht’s 35-meter frame glided through channels with quiet confidence, and the cabins felt like floating suites. The only critique? The dining menu, while excellent, could offer more plant-based entrees. But the chef happily accommodated us. Evenings were magical: barefoot dinners, bioluminescence in our wake, and stories swapped under a sky thick with stars. Leticia doesn’t just sail Komodo—she sings it.
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Fiona Underwood
🇦🇺Melbourne, AU
Pure Magic in the Spice Islands
I’ve sailed Indonesia for years, but Leticia Liveaboard set a new benchmark. The 2021 build shows—every hinge, every finish, feels intentional. We anchored at Pink Beach, where the sand glowed like crushed rose quartz, and the water teemed with parrotfish and clownfish. Snorkeling here felt like swimming through a living kaleidoscope. Later, a guided hike on Komodo Island revealed dragons lazing in the sun—raw, untamed, unforgettable. Back on board, the open-air lounge invited conversation, while the library nook offered quiet with a view. My suite had a writing desk and French windows that opened to the sea breeze—perfect for journaling at dawn. The food was exceptional: breakfasts of dragon fruit and local honey, dinners of miso-glazed snapper. My only note: the lower deck lighting could be brighter for reading. But that’s nitpicking. For a friends getaway, Leticia blends adventure with indulgence flawlessly. This wasn’t just a holiday. It was a pilgrimage to beauty.
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Rafi P. Ginting
🇩🇪Berlin, DE
Dive Trip with Class
Our group of 6 divers wanted comfort without compromise. Leticia delivered. Dive deck organized, tanks always ready, and guide knows the micro-currents like his backyard. Gili Lawa Laut? Coral coverage 90%+, and we saw pygmy seahorse! Kabin bersih, ranjang empuk — recovery after deep dive is crucial. Makanan? Gourmet level. I had miso-glazed tuna with sambal matah — fusion done right. Critique minor: dive briefing room a bit cramped. But otherwise, top-tier. Night at Kalong Island, we stayed late to see the bat exodus. Crew served warm chocolate and blankets. That’s hospitality with heart. Leticia isn’t just for divers — it’s for those who appreciate detail, nature, and grace.
Family Reunion on a Luxe Yacht
We celebrated our family reunion with 8 adults on Leticia, and it was flawless. Spacious common area made it easy to gather, while cabins offered privacy. Trip ke Rinca Island sangat memorable — ranger sangat informative, and we saw komodo feeding up close! The yacht’s library has great guidebooks, which helped prep us. Kids (well, adults) loved the water toys — paddleboard, kayak, even a drone. Satu hal: AC di kabin 3 agak slow, but engineer fixed it fast. Lunch di Pink Beach dengan beach setup? So elegant. Leticia made us feel like royalty, tapi tetap grounded in nature. The staff remembered our coffee preferences by day two — that’s next level service. Would book again in a heartbeat.
企業リトリートに最高の選択
Leticia Liveaboardは、企業のエグゼクティブ・リトリートに理想的でした。10室あるにもかかわらず、全員がプライバシーを保てて、かつコネクションが深まるデザイン。Rinca Islandでのトレイルと、その後の船上ブリーフィングは、自然と戦略的思考が融合するuniqueな空間。Crystal Rockのダイビング後、船上スパでリカバリーしたのはまさにluxe。スタッフが日本語と英語を完璧に使い分けてくれたのが助かりました。ただ、会議用のプロジェクターがもう一台あると、よりスムーズだったかも。それでもoverall、非日常の集中環境として完璧。次はフォトグラフィー・エクスペディションで再訪を計画中。
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Aurelia Harkness
🇺🇸Los Angeles, US
Komodo, Unhurried and Deep
In a world of curated Instagram moments, the Leticia Liveaboard feels refreshingly unposed. We spent a full day at Long Beach—walking its endless curve, diving the outer wall where hammerheads patrol—and never felt rushed. The boat’s design honors its phinisi roots: hand-carved rails, sail-like canopies, but with modern comforts like blackout cabins and a silent generator. As Californians, we’re picky about sustainability, and Leticia impresses—reusable bottles, reef-safe products, a chef who sources daily from Labuan Bajo markets. At Kanawa Island, we swam with turtles without a single drone in sight. The staff remembered how we took our coffee, anticipated our need for shade, and never over-served. My only note? The upper deck sun loungers could use more padding. But that’s nitpicking. This is a voyage for those who want to feel the sea, not just photograph it.
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