Lammer Law Guestbook

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Hi, we have just returned from a fantastic cruise on the Lammer Law. The Galapagoses are a paradise, the boat is magnificent, the crew has been perfect and Robert, the guide, nice and very prepared. The best trip of my life! Thanks to everybody.
Stefano Quieti <stefanoquieti@libero.it>
Rome, Italy - Monday, January 15, 2007 at 20:48:15 (PST)

Hi there, You can read my Lammer Law trip story and look at the pictures in my new site, http://www.braunstein.co.il/articles.asp?id=6. Hope you'll enjoy.
Michel Braunstein <michel.braunstein@gmail.com>
- Wednesday, December 14, 2005 at 07:52:40 (PST)

have just got back from the Galapagos where we had a great time on the Lammer Law. The boat is just right and the crew catered to every need we had, and with a sense of humour. The diving was beyond our wildest dreams with about 20 whale shark sightings, too many hammerheads and Galapagos sharks to count, a sunfish or two and innumerable manta rays as well as a Galapagos horn shark and red lipped batfish. We had ten days with great diving, and terrific company...you won't be disappointed.
Russ and Sally Williams <sallygriffiths@compuserve.com>
Stratford Upon Avon, England - Sunday, November 27, 2005 at 19:25:57 (PST)

Just to look at this site from time to time lets me remember the great times we had aboard the Lammer law and knowing we were the first couple to get married on board makes it that much more special. 22 years ago we started out on a great voyage and still contiue today Thanks to Ann and Duncan for kicking it off....Thanks Gary & Cathy Hart
Gary M Hart <gchart@charter.net>
Sugar Hill, GA USA - Friday, September 16, 2005 at 11:46:00 (PDT)

Our adventure on the Lammer Law was by far the best experience my husband and I have ever had on any vacation (and we are well traveled). Our entire group felt the same way. We had 6 divers and 10 snorklers and it is hard to say who had a better time. Our group really wanted a balance between diving and land excursions. Our arrangements with Anne Muirhead to customize our trip worked well for everyone. Experiencing the Galapagos with good friends on a cozy boat with Lammer Lawís excellent staff made the trip even more enjoyable. The entire crew was wonderful and I can't say enough about Jason. We were all mesmerized by his clever tails on the history of the islands as well as his narration on the plant and animal life. He also made sure that each of us were well taken care of and happy. The Lammer Law was the perfect place for our medical meeting. As the meeting planner for the group I had to contact Anne Muirhead several times. She recommended a local physician, Gabriel Idrovo, in Puerto Aroya. Dr. Idrovo arranged a tour of their local hospital, an extensive tour of the Hyperbaric chamber, and even joined us on broad the ship for an evening lecture on driving tables. Eric and I hope to return again to the Galapagos on Lammer Law or perhaps arrange another medical meeting with the Cuan Law. Thanks again. Regards, Eric and Judi Disbrow / Patient Care Symposium
Eric and Judi Disbrow / The Patient Care Symposium <helipcs@sbcglobal.net>
Cameron Park, CA - Tuesday, November 18, 2003 at 20:50:16 (EST)

Been meaning to send this for ages - but too busy arranging our next trip on the Lammer Law! Our trip in April 2003 was fantastic and beyond our expectations in every way. We were privileged to have Gabriel & Patricia as our guides, they were wonderful hosts, extremely knowledgeable and entertaining, whilst being very safety/park-rule conscious. The boat crew kept us fed & watered practically every hour, the boat was spotless and the panga service was excellent. The wildlife above & below water was incredible and we enjoyed the land trips and snorkeling almost as much as the diving. Nothing beats the thrill of being among the hammerheads, silky & galapagos sharks (or the joy of playing 'copy-cat' with sea lions). Thanks for everything, and see you in July 2004 for the whale sharks! Turneffe Flats Diving, Fly-fishing & Eco-tourism Resort Belize, Central America
Sam Baker <tflats@direcway.com>
Belize, - Saturday, November 01, 2003 at 16:49:31 (EST)

Hi Annie: We cannot thank you enough - we had a wonderful time! There is just so much that was special. Our friends from last May's Dive Makai trip had said we would be particularly lucky if we got Antonio Moreano as our guide - and as luck would have it - he was our guide. What a terrific individual! He brings and shares so much knowledge to the trip, above and below the water. As Kathrine is a non-diver, we really appreciated including her on the pangas (which Antonio arranged) while the pangas were following the divers so that she could observe the birds, tutrles, sea lions, and dolphins from close up. Here is my "Recipe for an Exceptional Trip": To a well maintained triamaran sailboat, with a friendly, attentive Ecuadorian crew add: 2 Israelis, 2 Swedes, 2 Canadians, 1 Brit, and 8 Americans. Then, add a knowledgable and caring Ecuadorian park guide who has a deep concern for his country and his park. Mix together for nine days in the Galapagos Islands, and you have 15 guests who leave Ecuador talking about the best trip they have ever experienced. Thank you, Annie - We will be looking forward to booking a repeat trip on the Lammer Law - first class all the way. Ken Robertson, Calgary, Alberta, Feb. 6 - 15 trip.
Ken Robertson <scubacat@telusplanet.net>
Calgary, AB Canada - Friday, February 21, 2003 at 22:59:19 (EST)

Dear Annie, I just wanted to tell you how much Susan and I enjoyed our week on the Lammer Law. We were a bit hesitant at first about going in August, but it proved to be a superb time to visit--the wildlife both under and above the sea was abundant, and the divemaster/naturalists were superb in identifying and describing species. The diving was particularly spectacular--I did 15 dives during the week and each one was memorable. Susan, who is not a diver, nonetheless love her time on Lammer Law. The cabins are spacious and comfortable, the crew were friendly and accommodating, and the meals were delicious. Our only mistake was booking for a 7-day trip instead of a 10-day one! Thanks for an outstanding trip.
Eric Schroeder and Susan Palo <ejschroeder@ucdavis.edu>
Berkeley, CA USA - Sunday, November 03, 2002 at 12:17:12 (EST)

We had an absolutely fantastic trip aboard the Lammer Law! The Captain and crew were excellent. Both guides were outstanding! The accomodations and food were wonderful. The trip exceeded our expectations. Leigh Callahan and John Winfield
Leigh Callahan <Leigh_Callahan@med.unc.edu>
Chapel Hill, NC USA - Wednesday, September 18, 2002 at 01:23:18 (EDT)

Well. I just want to thank for some wonderful 10 days in your boat. It's like a drug. Some day i need to get back to watch these enormous whalesharks! Bueno. Solo quisiera decir gracias por onos diez dias maravillosas en su barco. Se va addicto. Tengo que volver para ver los tiburones ballenas otra vez! Saludos a todos!!!
Henrik Sekander <jerryhenke@hotmail.com>
÷stersund, Sweden - Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 12:08:17 (EDT)

I think I need to get my whole family aboard this boat!! Do you have special rates for people named "Lammer"?
Christine Lammer <clammer@pacbell.net>
Carlsbad, CA USA - Wednesday, June 12, 2002 at 23:17:22 (EDT)

I used yahoo as a search engine and got onto your site. I thought that it is clear and very well lade out.
Stephen Tsakiris <ruliz@net2000ke.com>
NAIVASHA, KENYA EAST AFRICA - Monday, April 01, 2002 at 11:30:56 (EST)

Hi Duncan and Annie, We still think of the terrific week we had on Lammer Law in BVI some years ago before you started the Galapagos venture. Also, the memories of watching you build her across the road from our shop. We understand Hal is heading down with the family shortly. Say hello from Sal and I at your end for us, and all the best from the 1000 Islands. Ewart & Sal
Ewart & Sally Richardson <ewartnsal@sympatico.ca>
Gananoque, On Canada - Sunday, February 17, 2002 at 10:39:32 (EST)

Dear Anne, I just wanted to take a few moments to comment on our recent trip to the Galapagos aboard the Lammer Law (Nov. 3-12). This was by far the best vacation my wife and I have ever experienced. The boat was great and the crew was fantastic! We could not have asked any more of them. From the Captain and guides on down to the deckhands they were, to a man, a delight to be around. They always had smiles on their faces and it always seemed to us that they were having just as good a time as we were. I was also very impressed by the way your company handled my situation. As a Police Officer in NYC I was walking on eggshells for several weeks, not knowing whether or not I would be allowed to take this trip, due to the attacks on our city. Your offer to postpone our trip was well received by my wife and I and greatly appreciated. Luckily we were able to make it and we were able to have such a great time when we most needed to. I will be sure to pass this info on to our travel agent and anyone else who expresses interest in a trip to the Galapagos. As far as we're concerned its the Lammer Law or stay home. I hope to have the opportunity to take this cruise again in the future. If I do, you will be sure to hear from me. Once again, thank you very much. Sincerely, Bob and Debbie Pecoraro
Bob and Debbie Pecoraro <hifrogman@si.rr.com>
- Wednesday, November 28, 2001 at 15:31:06 (EST)

I was on the boat the summer of 01 and it was the 9 most wonderful days of my life. Having Bonnie your photographer on the boat made the trip even better. I am looking foward to going again. the crew was great also.
Bruce Leibowitz <ecurblebo@aol.com>
Wayne, NJ - Monday, October 22, 2001 at 22:13:35 (EDT)

We are going to visit you next week. We hope you have good weather and calme sea. We are looking forward seeing you soon. bye bye RenÈ, Anita, with RenÈ j. & Philipp and Lilo and Walter.
RenÈ Haas <a.haas@haasag.ch>
Lachen, CH Switzerland - Thursday, September 27, 2001 at 21:26:14 (EDT)

Kevin & I arrived home from our South American adventures late July and I can't believe a month has passed already. We had an absolutely wonderful trip in the Galapagos and found the Captain and crew and dive masters/guides very thorough, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and lots of fun. Our group enjoyed the comforts of Lammer Law and were very well taken care of and enjoyed their adventures very much. It is an amazing place to see and especially to dive, an experience I will always remember and look forward to doing again. We are looking forward to sending some more clients along now that we know how it all works and a future group trip once the exchange rate improves.
Kevin and Cherie/ Dive 2000
Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 13:42:41 (EDT)

On behalf of my parents, Richard and Marianne, and myself, I would like to thank the Lammer Law staff for an unforgettable voyage into the Galapagos Islands. All our needs were immediately catered to without any problems whatsoever. The diving in Galapagos doesn't just meet its reputation- it exceeds it. Each dive was spectacular in its own way; whether we were greeted by eager young sea lions, or subtly curious, majestic whale sharks, we never found ourselves without a broad smile when returning to the boat. Also, the pangas, or zodiacs, completely eliminate bothersome surface swims, which hightens the enjoyment of the overall experience. In addition, the land excursions were just as spectacular as their underwater counterparts, as the lack of fear found in the wildlife is nothing short of spectacular- Galapagos is truly a photographer's paradise. All in all, if an opportunity arose to return to Galapagos, the Lammer Law would be our certain choice of vessel.
Greg Gimble <ggimble@tulane.edu>
San Juan, PR USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 21:23:10 (EDT)

Just returned from Galapagos having spent 10 days aboard Lammer Law. Once again Captain Patricio, Fabian, and crew of Lammer Law did an outstanding job. It was great to see so many of the crew still there after two years. On this trip I experienced my first whale shark encounter (after over 700 dives) and I'll never forget the feeling. After several dives at Wolf and Darwin, we lost count of how many whale sharks we saw and at one point I found myself surrounded by hundreds of dolphins, hammerheads, and some very curious Silky and Galapagos sharks. Incredible!! Thanks again to everyone at Lammer Law for such an incredible adventure.
Bonnie Pelnar <underwatercolours@excite.com>
Irvine, CA USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 17:27:00 (EDT)

i saw the program on sport diver and this would be one of my choises hope to come and visit you's soon
lorraine <dudes2171@sympatico.ca>
sudbury, canada - Monday, July 23, 2001 at 09:50:41 (EDT)

The trip, it was excellent. I can't think of one thing that didn't exceed my expectations. The Lammer Law, the crew, the other passengers, and of course the islands, everything was excellent. It was a truly unique and unforgetable experience and be sure your boat contribute to a great extent in making it that way. Once again thank you for your interest and help and look forward to having the opportunity to travel again in one of your boats.
Marco Turrent
- Thursday, May 03, 2001 at 18:02:40 (EDT)

Our trip on the Lammer Law was outstanding, more than we anticipated. It will always have a special place in our memories. The staff were wonderful, the food was great! Hi to Ney, Julio, Jorge, and Gabriel. Can't wait to try a trip on the Cuan Law. That's our next adventure. Thanks again for an awesome time. Gail, Dale, Matthew and Mallory Leshaw
Gail, Dale, Matthew and Mallory <matmal8590@aol.com>
Woodland Hills, CA USA - Tuesday, April 24, 2001 at 18:39:46 (EDT)

Best vacation ever! My family and I loved the diving, the islands the boat and the crew! Antonio, our naturalist, was amazing--Thank you. Santiago, the divemaster, made it easy for a relative beginner like me to have fun. Thanks also to the Captain, Patricio, and the crew: Alberto, Roberto, Hacinto, Ney, Delfos, y Julio--Muchas gracias! We will be back we need to hit the Northern Islands in search of the Whale sharks! Kathy, Larry Josh, Shaina & Matt Klein.
Kathy klein <Ktms2@aol.com>
Flossmoor, IL 60422 - Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 17:35:18 (EDT)

Did a trip on the CUAN LAW back several years ago and it was fantastic! The dive club I belong to is thinking of a "dream vacation" for next year and we are considering the LAMMER LAW. We'll be in touch! The websites are just beautiful by the way!....great job!
Cris Romatowski <cris@themedicalletter.org>
Bronx, NY USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 13:45:01 (EST)

we had a fantastic dive week on the Lammer Law. Pictures can be found on http://www.fredrik.baeza.com
Peter Baeza <peter@baeza.com>
Gothenburg, Sweden - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 05:56:31 (EST)

2/3/01 - 2/10/01 IT WAS WONDERFUL!!! A trip of a lifetime! All that was promised and more. Our group is always very lucky spotting things and we saw it ALL, including an orca spotted. No whale shark is the only thing we didn't see underwater. We were a mixed group and wanted lots of land time too, but the 9 dives we did were great and the snorklers saw everything the divers did too. The playful sea lions constantly with us in the water were a favorite. Our naturalists Fabian and Antonio MADE the trip and were ever cheerful and knew everything about the islands. The Lammer Law was beautiful and so spacious, the perfect boat for our group of 16. The cook and captain were great too, as were all the hardworking crew. As warned, the delightful week we spent on board was too little time to do the area justice ...so we'll have to come back for a longer trip on LL :)! Linda and the Mountain Maraders "Go for Galapagos" 2001
Linda Hickam <LTeryy@Hiwaay.net>
Huntsville, AL USA - Friday, February 23, 2001 at 12:11:32 (EST)

Has the most fantastic dive trip around the Galapagos in November 2000. Thanks to the guides Antonio and Fabiano, the excellent crew, (and the whale sharks!).
Ian <ICB@cliffhanger.com>
Sydney, Australia - Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 21:35:08 (EST)

This website is great. It is very informative and easy to use. Ever since I was a child I have had a dream of visiting the Galapagos, and I can't wait to someday see the things that are shown on this site!
Theresa Moniot <kingpnguin@aol.com>
Milwaukee, WI USA - Sunday, February 04, 2001 at 00:02:47 (EST)

to Anne for booking our arrangements in Ecuador. As for you, the diver who is thinking about partaking in this wonderful adventure. Don't think twice. The Lammer Law is the only way to go. Excellent staff, spectacular trimaran. We dove with 9 whalesharks, tons of gigantic sea turtles, dolphins, penguins, sealions, and hammerheads!!! There's not a day that goes by that we don't think about our Galapagos adventure on the Lammer Law! Thanks again, Eric and Lori
Lori and Eric Pasley <ehpasley@cs.com>
Eagan , MN USA - Wednesday, January 24, 2001 at 00:54:55 (EST)

Long time no see. (How about 23 years!!) I was following up on you two and wondering about a Galapagos vacation, but it likely won't happen this year. Perhaps next spring (2002) we'll book Lammer Law for a group of us. (Including three kids, oldest daughter 17 (!) who's a diver.) Hope to get to the BVI this year... how can we look you all up? My kids still kid me when I start "Did I ever tell you about Misty Law....) Drop me a line when you have a chance.
Peter Schwarzenbach <peter@darbrook.com>
Marblehead, MA USA - Saturday, October 28, 2000 at 16:48:31 (EDT)

very nice web page....!!!!!! recommended by your frien raul ehlers........ hopefully some day i'll be able to pack my bags for a nice dive. rgds mariana montero
mariana montero <mafer@prodigy.net>
miami, fl usa - Monday, October 23, 2000 at 14:07:09 (EDT)

Dear Annie, The trip could not have been more fabulous! Since the day we have returned, not a day goes by that Dad and I wish we could be back on the Lammer Law. We were so sad to leave. The boat exceeded all expectations, and the crew was wonderful. Dad and I are already talking via internet with a few of the other passengers about a reunion trip next summer; we will definitely keep you posted. Thank you again for all of your wonderful help.
Allie Gentry
- Friday, August 11, 2000 at 01:07:25 (EDT)

I wanted to send you a mail but I have been so busy since I came back home. Listen, I have to tell you that the trip on the Lammer Law was simply historic! It was so wonderful, everything was perfect, much more than I could even think before! The boat was so nice, the crew was wonderful, so kind and our guide, Antonio, was, sorry but I can't find enough superlatives to qualify him. His knowledge, his kindness, his ability to see things under the water, he was just perfect. About the fishes, they were so diverse, so nice and even that the visibility was not always the best, the dives were wonderful. We saw plainty of sharks of all kinds but mostly hammerheads and also sealions, dolphins (a lot!!!), sea turtles, eagle rays, sea horse... We had the chance to see at Darwin about 22 or 23 whale sharks all together and I saw about 18. I've finished about 25 rolls of films in 10 days, I didn't see the pictures yet but I hope I'll have some good shots. I came back so happy from that trip and I hope I could come back again. Thank you for all.
Michel Braunstein
- Sunday, July 23, 2000 at 12:07:14 (EDT)

After planning our trip for almost two years, we had high expectations. To our surprises and delight Galapagos, Lammer Law and her crew delivered. Thanks Annie and Duncan for a trip of a lifetime. If you want to know more, there is a ten-page report and hundreds of pictures, above and below the water, chronicling our trip. Go to http://www.rbdg.com/reb/dive/ and point at the Galapagos 2000 link. Elisa, Danna, & 'Crusty' Russ Berger - March 2000
Elisa, Danna, & 'Crusty' Russ Berger <russberger@airmail.net>
Dallas, TX US - Sunday, July 16, 2000 at 22:04:16 (EDT)

Lonia and I had a great time in Galapagos...the islands were magical both above water and below. With hundreds of schooling hammerheads, 10 whale sharks, dozens of dolphins, penguins, sea lions and the rest of the creatures, we were busy most of the time. The crew was outstanding and the food was great.
Robert and Lonia Merte
- Monday, July 10, 2000 at 13:38:47 (EDT)

I was completly fascinated by your website. It contains so many information which is so valuable to me. It makes me feel as if I were there already. I have not visited the Galapagos Islands yet, but after this it will be on my top list for my vacations. Once again, this website is wonderful and I know that many other people like me would love to visit and learn more about the Galapagos Islands.
Nohelia Garcia
Miami, Fl United States - Thursday, May 25, 2000 at 18:49:19 (EDT)

Hi its angel again. Sorry to bother you but I finally saw all of your website. Very fascinating stuff. If you can give me any info. on Santiago of the Galapagos archipeligo I would be greatly satisfied> thank you for your time- Angel
Angel <Angell127@hotmail.com>
San Antonio, tx USA - Thursday, May 11, 2000 at 20:13:32 (EDT)

Your website is very fantastic!! I was also wondering if you can give me information on Galapagos Islands, such as:physical features,elevations, natural resources, type og government, current leader, main language, capital, type of currency, major exports and imports, economic strenghts and weaknesses, major agriculture and industry, main religions, any unusual customs, and any special festivals they have. Thany you- Angel
Angel <Angell127@hotmail.com>
San Antonio, Texas USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2000 at 18:44:26 (EDT)

I went to galapagos Islands and I really would like to go back. I am doing a project in school at this time, if anyone kows how old lonesome George is please email it to: RoXy12134@aol.com Thank you
Alicia Mariah <RoXy12134@aol>
?, ? ? - Friday, April 07, 2000 at 15:12:24 (EDT)

My husband and I also took a trip on the Lammer Law in March with John and Michelle Politis and we had an excellent time! This trip is a once and a lifetime opportunity and if you ever get the chance to travel to the Galapagos Islands... do not turn it down! Especially on the Lammer Law. The crew and guides made our trip memorable and I would recommend it to ANYONE!!!!
Liz Small <JESMALL@AOL.COM>
Cincinnati, OH USA - Thursday, November 18, 1999 at 09:39:57 (EST)

We were on board Lammer Law in March 1999. Wow! What an experience. The sailing and land visitis were incrdible and the snorkeling unbelievable. The accomodations, crew, food, service and all around tripo was a 10. We had the two best Naturlist guides, Jonathan Greene and Fabian Bucheli were not only full of knowledge but were a lot of fun too. If you are thinking of the adventure of a lifetime this is it. Applause, Lammer Law. Excellence is not a good enough word for this vacation.
John & Michele Politis
Fraser, MI USA - Friday, September 10, 1999 at 22:09:29 (EDT)

We are a Taipei dophin diving member club for 25 year in Taiwan we plan to scuba diving to Galapagos for 16 divers on March 29 to April 12, 1999.
J.C. Pai <jungyang@tptsl.seed.net.tw>
Taipei, Taiwan - Friday, August 27, 1999 at 20:32:57 (EDT)

My friend Kevin Moloney has done nothing other than rave about his time on the Lammer Law. After seeing your webpage I can understand why.
John Boyer
London, sy england - Friday, June 25, 1999 at 04:04:30 (EDT)

I was on the Lammer Law on the same trip as Bonnie and it's every bit as good as the website suggests. Definitely the best dive trip I've ever done and top of the must do again list. Just wish my photography is as good as Bonnie's.
Kevin Moloney <kevin@sharm.demon.co.uk>
London, England - Thursday, June 24, 1999 at 15:12:10 (EDT)

Wow! This web site is fantastic. Certainly one of the most informative and best designed I've ever seen about Galapagos - or for any destination. I visited there many years ago, but now I want to go back. Looks like things haven't changed much. That's good! Your boat is beautiful and so are your photos of Galapagos.
Mark Leonard
Escondido, CA USA - Monday, June 21, 1999 at 21:06:41 (EDT)

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