Erica Lay
Erica Lay, owner of ELCREW CO International Yacht Crew Agency talks about the yachting community in Mallorca. She has worked in international yacht crew recruitment since 2007. She has developed her own unique way of sourcing and interviewing yacht crew with great success.
Crew focus in Mallorca
Captains, Managers and Owners: Getting the best out of your Crew Agent
Each yacht has its own programme and demands, your crew agent should understandthat, and more importantly understand you.
Yacht Business Focus in Mallorca
Ahoy from Mallorca: Charting Helen Stachini's yachting journey
My business objective is to provide a great service by saving the yacht valuable time and often money too by connecting them to the right people.
Crew focus in Mallorca
Captains, Managers and Owners: Why should you use a Crew Agent in Mallorca?
At the end of the day, you can have the best yacht in the world, but if you have the wrong crew on board, it’s going to cost you in more ways than just financially.
Crew focus in Mallorca
Yacht CV Photos – how to make the best first impression!
Your photo is the first look the captain (or recruiter or manager etc) gets of you.
Chef Spotlight in Mallorca
Nathan Stern, crafting exquisite cuisine in the heart of Mallorca's yachting scene
Nathan’s currently seeking his next long-term role as rotational sous/crew chef, and he’s available for freelance land and yacht positions in the meantime.
Crew focus in Mallorca
Yacht CVs: tips and hints from a pro!
First off let me explain WHY you need a good CV.
Chef Spotlight in Mallorca
Cheryl Amy Jones, From artisan baker to yachting adventure
"I’ve made food for the likes of Oprah Winfrey, Nelson Mandela, Jay Z and Beyonce."
Crew focus in Mallorca
From Ship to Shore: A Freediving journey in Mallorca with Elena Aloisio
This week I’m chatting to Elena Aloisio, ex sailing Mate, who moved to Mallorca full time in 2020. With a background in marine biology and a passion for the underwater world, she is now working as a Freedive Instructor.
Crew focus in Mallorca
Navigating the waves of negotiation: How to request a pay raise on a superyacht
Requesting a pay raise on a superyacht requires careful preparation, professionalism, and effective communication.
Ship to Shore in Mallorca
Sailing dreams: From Palma to adventure
Portuguese sailor, Agata Paula Barbosa de Freitas Pereira is looking for a sailing yacht to join in Mallorca as chef, deckhand, race crew, stewardess or delivery crew!
Crew focus in Mallorca
Mastering dockwalking: A guide to landing a superyacht Job
While the process may seem informal, success in dockwalking requires strategic planning, professionalism, and effective communication.
Ship to Shore in Mallorca
Mark Williams' journey from yachts to land-based living in Mallorca
This week we meet a British ex captain/enginner who has been in the yachting industry for 19 years.
Crew focus in Mallorca
Crafting culinary excellence on the high seas: A guide to becoming a superyacht chef
The superyacht industry is known for its opulence and luxury, and a skilled chef can elevate the onboard experience for owners and guests alike.
Crew focus in Mallorca
Navigating the waves of engineering excellence: A guide to becoming a yacht engineer
Yacht engineers play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and safety of the yacht's intricate systems.
Crew focus in Mallorca
Brushstrokes of success: A journey with Malgo Rutkowska in the world of yacht restoration
This week meet a yacht restorer who has even done work on the superyacht Here Comes The Sun.
Crew focus in Mallorca
A Guide to becoming a superyacht steward/stewardess in Mallorca
Yacht Business Focus in Mallora
Sailor spotlight: Conversations with Mallorca's maritime mavericks
Today I’m speaking with Russell Brown and Mark Timmins, both professional sailors and riggers originally from the UK who’ve recently launched their own company, RM Rigging.
Crew focus in Mallorca
Looking into becoming a deckhand? Here are some tips
As a superyacht deckhand, you become an integral part of the crew responsible for maintaining the exterior of the yacht and ensuring a smooth and safe sailing (or cruising) experience for both owners and guests.
Yacht Business Focus in Mallora
Island insights: Meet Lucy Ireland, elevating superyacht services in Mallorca
Today I’m speaking with Lucy Ireland, originally from the UK, she’s been based in Mallorca 19 years ago. She is the co-owner of Superyacht Uniforms, Superyacht Eco and Orca Superyacht Signs with her husband David.
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Fish are friends in the Balearics!
Although usually not aggressive, the blue shark is a curious creature and could approach human.
Erica Lay 16/05/2024 14:44