Etiqueta 'Nautical industry'
Superyachts in Palma

Crew focus in Mallorca

Navigating your first week: A guide for new superyacht crew

This guide aims to help you navigate your inaugural week successfully, providing insights into common challenges and essential tips for smooth sailing into your new career.

Erica Lay05/02/2024 11:29

Having started my yachting career in Mallorca I always wanted to live here

Having started my yachting career in Mallorca I always wanted to live here

Having started my yachting career in Mallorca I always wanted to live here.

Erica Lay 29/01/2024

Having started my yachting career in Mallorca I always wanted to live here

Crew focus in Mallorca

From yacht life to shoreline success in Mallorca

This week I’m chatting to South African/British ex First Mate Lyle Skypage, who, after seven years in the yachting industry is now working from his home office in Palma.

Erica Lay02/02/2024 15:44

We made Mallorca our home as we enjoy the climate

We made Mallorca our home as we enjoy the climate

Marianna Long: We made Mallorca our home as we enjoy the climate.

Erica Lay 25/01/2024

We made Mallorca our home as we enjoy the climate

Ship to Shore in Mallorca

From yachting waves to Mallorcan shores

This week I’m chatting to British ex Chief Stew Marianna Long, who is now working in Estellencs as a Private House Manager with her partner Mark Olorenshaw.

Erica Lay26/01/2024 11:53

Tips on being a good team player on a yacht

Lifestyle

How to be a good team player on a superyacht

We know how important it is to be considerate to your team mates but let’s take a closer look.

Erica Lay30/01/2024 09:34

Being a good communicator

Crew focus in Mallorca

How to be a good communicator…

Let’s have a look at one of the skills that’ll really make you stand out from others and be a brilliant crew member.

Erica Lay23/01/2024 09:44

Italian ex yacht chef Michela Saragoni

Chef Spotlight in Mallorca

A chef's journey from yachts to countryside living in Mallorca

This week I’m chatting to Italian ex yacht chef Michela Saragoni, who moved ashore to become a personal chef in 2018.

Erica Lay19/01/2024 10:44

Living on a yacht

Crew focus in Mallorca

How to be a good cabin mate….

One of the biggest things which comes up when I’m talking to captains and senior crew, is respect.

Erica Lay15/01/2024 10:35

Aerial view of Palma's Club Nautico

Aerial view of Palma's Club Nautico

Aerial view of Palma's Club Nautico.

A.S. 28/12/2023

Aerial view of Palma's Club Nautico

Crew focus in Mallorca

I want to work on a superyacht. How do I get my first yacht job? Part Two

Remember: getting your first opportunity can take time and persistence and positivity are everything.

Erica Lay28/12/2023 12:30

I would love to work on an explorer boat which does scientific research

I would love to work on an explorer boat which does scientific research

I would love to work on an explorer boat which does scientific research.

Erica Lay 21/12/2023

I would love to work on an explorer boat which does scientific research

Ship to Shore in Mallorca

A French chief stewardess' odyssey in Mallorca

Meet French Chief Stewardess, Maud Collete-de Chambarlhac. She’s currently looking for a shore based support role for regattas, and would love to be involved in the America’s Cup.

Erica Lay09/01/2024 12:23

My biggest advice to any crew, new or old would be to make the most of every experience

My biggest advice to any crew, new or old would be to make the most of every experience

My biggest advice to any crew, new or old would be to make the most of every experience.

Erica Lay 21/12/2023

My biggest advice to any crew, new or old would be to make the most of every experience

Ship to Shore in Mallorca

Navigating the seas and shores: A yacht chief mate's journey in Mallorca

Meet British Chief Mate Sam Dacombe who has been based in Mallorca working on MY C-Side, a 35m Feadship built in 1972 since 2020.

Erica Lay22/12/2023 10:05

Working in the yatching industry in Mallorca

Ship to Shore in Mallorca

Sailing Dreams: Life, laughter, and yachting adventures with Lelani Le Roux

This week we talk to Meet a South African Stewardess whose currently back in Mallorca after bouncing around the Med all summer.

Erica Lay06/12/2023 09:57

Working on superyachts in Mallorca

Crew focus in Mallorca

What sort of person should work on a superyacht – what do we look for in crew?

I hear some of you are still not sure if yachting’s the right career for you. So let’s talk specifics.

Erica Lay30/11/2023 12:39

Grimaldi links Palma with Italy to boost the Balearic industrial sector

Grimaldi links Palma with Italy to boost the Balearic industrial sector

Grimaldi links Palma with Italy to boost the Balearic industrial sector.

Ruiz Collado 28/11/2023

General view of Palma's port and surrounding area

Crew focus in Mallorca

Wanna be a yachtie in Mallorca?

The Autumn is also quite a good time to be looking; at the end of the summer season lots of crew move around so new jobs will pop up then before many head over the pond to hit the Caribbean season.

Erica Lay24/11/2023 15:39

Aerial view of Palma’s Paseo Maritimo

Crew focus in Mallorca

What’s so great about working on superyachts?

“Working on a yacht provides a pretty unique work environment. Surrounded by luxury, the view from your window is probably better than from an office.”

Erica Lay08/11/2023 15:27