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Leaders in Yachting with Captain Liz Brasler

Jan 30, 2021

All Captains must start somewhere. For Captain Liz, and many others, it was dock walking to get her first Deckhand job. After completing more than one Atlantic crossings with her parents on their sailing yacht, Liz started to dream bigger. The first step involved compiling a resume with her most relevant qualification being PADI Divemaster.

Captain Sally-Ann Konigkramer’s Career in Yachting

Feb 25, 2021

Everyone’s career in yachting is a unique experience, however, we still find common ground in the challenges we face and the triumphs we accomplish. Sally-Ann hails from South Africa, but it was in Italy that she launched her career in yachting. Wide-eyed and eager to learn, her passion for achievement in the industry still burns strong.

Yacht Life While Confined Onboard With Desire Truter

Mar 25, 2021

Running a team on a yacht & entertaining guests can be a tremendously challenging task. Add in the COVID pandemic with its restrictions and life has becomes even more complicated! Chief Stewardess, Desiré Truter, gives us first-hand insight into guest & crew life whilst being confined onboard. She also reveals what measures her team are taking to create a daily positive environment.