CROSSED SABRE Alquiler de Yates

PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y Bojangles, M/Y Africa, M/Y Golden Eagle
Mike was born in Yorkshire where he started his love for sailing at an early age. He then spent time in the South of England, 8 years in the South of France before settling back in the UK. Mike enjoys many outdoor activities including watersports, skiing, golfing, tennis, and squash, and previously taught technology and P.E. in secondary schools and spent over six years making bespoke furniture. With over 160,000 NM Mike is sure to make your journey both safe and enjoyable.
WATERS CRUISED: Mediterranean, Multiple Atlantic Crossings, Caribbean, Cuba, Bahamas, US East Coast
JOB DESCRIPTION: To ensure the safety of guests and crew by creating a happy and safe environment with prudent navigation and operational management of the yacht.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: MCA Master of Yachts <3000 GT, RYA Coach/Trainer/Instructor in dinghies, powerboats, motor and sailing yacht.
HOBBIES: Water-sports, Skiing, Golfing, Tennis, Squash & Keeping Fit.

PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y Touch, M/Y Sealyon, M/Y Nassima, M/Y Adora
Patrick joined the British Merchant Navy at the age of 18 after high school, spending time on deep sea cargo vessels while studying mechanical/marine engineering at the Glasgow College of Nautical Studies. For the past eight years Patrick has been working in the yachting industry as 2nd engineer on larger yachts and for the past six years as sole/ chief engineer.
WATERS CRUISED: Worldwide
JOB DESCRIPTION: The chief engineer maintains all the yacht’s systems in top condition- engines, generators, electrical, air- conditioning, refrigeration, fueling, sanitation, computers and hydraulics. Together with the assistant engineer, the chief ensures everything is in proper working order.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: EOOW unlimited. Dive Master.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Golfing, Snowboarding, Wakeboarding, Diving, Rock Climbing & Fencing

PREVIOUS YACHTS: PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y Le Montrachet, 40m, C/S Mariner of the Seas, Freedom of the Seas.
David grew up in Valencia, Venezuela. David knew from a young age he had a love for working at sea. Immediately after school he joined The Royal Caribbean international cruise ship as an engineer, progressing in his career up the ranks to second engineer. After spending over 10 years working for different cruise ships he decided to join the yachting industry for a more personal experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The chief engineer maintains all the yacht’s systems in top condition- engines, generators, electrical, air-conditioning, refrigeration, fueling, sanitation, computers and hydraulics. Together with the assistant engineer, the chief ensures everything is in proper working order.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: Chief Engineer Unlimited. STCW III/2
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Kite surfing, mountain biking, free diving.

PREVIOUS VESSELS: M/Y Ocean’s 11, M/Y Grand Illusion, M/Y Seven Sins, M/Y Spring, M/V Camila, M/V Tamara.
Santiago was born and raised in Mazatlán, Mexico, located on the Pacific Ocean. He has always enjoyed being on the ocean doing watersports and surfing. Santiago truly enjoys the outdoors, going on camping and road trips. His background in commercial vessels has given him an immense amount of knowledge he applies to the yachting industry. Santiago loves to serve others, and his respect for the ocean and being open minded will make your time onboard a special one.
WATERS CRUISED: Northern Pacific, Gulf of Mexico, Mediterranean, Adriatic Sea, Ionian Sea, Caribbean.
JOB DESCRIPTION: To work with the Rotational Captain along with administrative and safety duties, manage the deck, his team and maintain crew discipline on board. Other duties include boat handling, watch keeping and navigation. The chief officer also has capability to step in for the captain in his absence.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES: Master 3000 GT reg ll/2, Ship Security Officer, ECDIS, Radar Operation, GMDSS Operator, Bridge Resource Management, Fast Rescue Boats, PADI Open Water.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Surfing, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Wakeboarding, Outdoors & Diving

PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y Far Niente 40m, M/Y Just Enough 43m, M/Y Robbie Bobby 34m, M/Y M3 45m, M/Y Take 5 40M
Leah comes from a quaint town in Annapolis, Maryland. She received a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations and Advertising from Towson University. Shortly after, she pursued her love for photography and videography. However, she was craving something different and decided to uproot her life and move to Sydney, Australia and become an au pair. She fell in love with traveling and didn’t want to return home after living abroad and there she discovered yachting. She has a bubbly, friendly personality that makes everyone feel welcome when around her, which makes her perfect for her role as a Chief Stewardess. She has a love for the water but also loves traveling the globe shredding the slopes on her snowboard in her spare time.
WATERS CRUISED: U.S.A, Bahamas, Caribbean & Mediterranean JOB DESCRIPTION: The Chief Stewardess offers the highest standards in all aspects of the interior and service including organizing the interior staff roster for table service, cabin cleaning, meals, and bartending. She orchestrates all guest outings and activities as required and assists with the accounts. LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: STCW, Food Safety & Hygiene Level II, Security Awareness, Wine & Cocktail Training. HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Hockey, Snowboarding, Photography, Videography, Hiking & Traveling.

PREVIOUS YACHTS: PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y Mia Elise 2 60M, M/Y Harmony 55M, M/Y Big Fish 45M, M/Y ZoomZoomZoom 50M, M/Y Drizzle 70M
Dani was born and raised in Wiltshire, England. After studying Journalism at University, she decided she would rather take a chance to see the world after hearing about the Yachting Industry from a friend. She quit her bar job and booked a one-way ticket to Nice, France. 13 years later, Dani has experienced more of the world than she knew existed, all thanks to yachting. Having worked onboard many charter yachts, Dani ensures to provide above and beyond service for clients from across the globe and believes in delivering and maintaining an exceptional experience for everyone, every time.
WATERS CRUISED: Caribbean & Bahamas, Mediterranean, South Pacific
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Chief Stewardess offers the highest standards in all aspects of the interior and service including organizing the interior staff roster for table service, cabin cleaning, meals, and bartending. She orchestrates all guest outings and activities as required and assists with the accounts.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: STCW, Food & Hygiene Level 2, Silver Service, WSET2, Floristry
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Hiking, Pilates, Wine Tasting, Interior Design, Pottery, Floristry

PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y Unknown, M/Y Redemption, M/Y Opera, M/Y Starfire, M/Y TC, M/V True North
BIO: Jennie was born and raised in Gothenburg, on the Swedish west coast with a beautiful archipelago. She first discovered diving in Austrailia in 2009 and went on to do her Padi Dive Masterin The Seychelles. Jennie truly enjoys to travel and has visited over 40 countries. Jennie has been in the Swedish Sea rescue for 3 years where she can live out her passion for the ocean and helping others.
WATERS CRUISED: Kattegat, Indian ocean , Mediterranean and Caribbean.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Assist guests with the water toys and in maintaining the yacht’s exterior in meticulous order. Extensive knowledge of all equipment and maintenance.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: Yacht Master Offshore CE and PADI Dive Master.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Outdoors, Surfing, Snorkeling & Diving

PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y Global 74M, M/Y Lady M 63M, M/Y Galaxy 54m
Ciaran was born in Cape Town, South Africa. He moved to Perth when he was 15 years old. When Ciaran graduated high school he was gifted a lesson of recreational boat license lessons. This is where he first discovered his love for the ocean. He then pursued his love for travelling and the water and went to Thailand where he completed his divemaster qualification. Ciaran decided he wanted his career to combine his two biggest passions, travel and being in the water and there began his career in yachting.
WATERS CRUISED: Mediterranean, Caribbean, South Pacific
JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for maintaining the yachts exterior in meticulous order and water sports.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: Yacht Master Offshore, SSI Divemaster, AEC, PB Level 2, STCW, ENG
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Drumming, Martial Arts, Keeping Fit, Watersports, Diving

PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y QUINTA ESSENTIA 55M | M/Y ACE 87M| M/Y LADY M 24M
Loni was born and raised in Scotland, however a few years ago she decided it was time to swap the cool, rainy Scotland weather for some Palma De Mallorca sunshine! Loni is all about adventure and gaining new life experiences so it was only natural for her to fall into this industry, especially as Palma is such a hotspot for yachts. Since living in Spain she has taught herself Spanish fluently and plans to continue learning new languages. With her polite and bubbly personality, she always builds a good relationship with guests and crew members.
WATERS CRUISED: Mediterranean & Indian Ocean
JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for accommodating guest needs, maintaining the highest standard of the exterior and interior, table presentation, flower arrangements, laundry, housekeeping, service, and bartending. LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: STCW, ENG1, Power Boat License & Jet-Ski License
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Horseback Riding, Photography & Pilates.

PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y Odessa 50M
Sam is from the coastal city of Durban South Africa and is a true water and sports enthusiast. She played various team sports growing up such as netball and tennis doubles. While Sam’s heart belongs to the beach, she also enjoys playing golf in her spare time with family and friends. After studying Marketing Management at University of Pretoria she dedicated the next 6 years to being a merchandiser in the clothing manufacturing industry. During this time she got to travel to different parts of the world and explore new cultures. An undeniable pull towards seeing more of the world drove her to ultimately find her calling in the yachting industry. She is a kind and joyful individual who thrives on connecting with people from all walks of life, relishing the simple pleasures, from breathtaking sunsets to laughing till it hurts.
WATERS CRUISED: U.S East Coast & Bahamas
JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for accommodating guest needs, maintaining the highest standard of the exterior and interior, table presentation, flower arrangements, laundry, housekeeping, service, and bartending
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: STCW, & ENG1, powerboat level 2, interior training
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Tennis, Golf, Foodie, Animals & Puzzles

PREVIOUS YACHTS: All Hooked Up Fishing Charters
Taylor comes from a small town in upstate New York, just outside of Binghamton. From a young age she was heavily involved in athletics starting with basketball and lacrosse, then playing rugby in college. She had an itch to leave her small town so she attended Coastal Carolina University. After graduating with a Bachelor’s in Forensic Psychology, she decided to travel and started to work on the water. Once she saw the sunrise on the water every morning, she knew working on the water brought her life joy and excitement. From being a first mate on a fishing charter to a dockhand for SeaKarts, she was always looks for the next adventure. With her combined passion of being active and love for the outdoors, her decision to become a deckhand came naturally. She has a hardworking mindset and a positive energy that lifts everyone’s spirit around
her. When she’s not on the water she will spend her time with friends and family in South Carolina, either fishing or on the beach.
WATERS CRUISED: U.S East Coast
JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for mainlining the exterior of the yacht in meticulous condition, watch duties and assisting with all watersports and exterior activities, and is our go to fishing expert.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: STCW, ENG1 & PDSD
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Rugby, Yoga, Meditation, Reading, Off-Shore Fishing & Cooking

PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y Zeus 74m, M/Y Alibi 51m, M/Y Volpini 58m, M/Y Solaia 40m, M/Y Oxygen 42m.
Jonathan was born in Cornwell in the UK. After training as a Chef in Chester in the UK he went on to spend 10 years working in some of the most prestigious Hotels and Restaurants in and around the UK. His love for the mountains and snowboarding led him to work at five-star hotels and Chalets in the French and Italian Alps. Jon soon left land life to further his chef career and has been sailing the seas for the last 12 years.
WATERS CRUISED: U.S East and West Coast, Bahamas, Caribbean, Mediterranean, Panama, & Southeast Asia.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Menu design, provisioning and food preparation for guests and crew. Food budgeting, stock control, management of galley safety standards, etc. 
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: City and Guilds Cookery Certificate from West Cheshire College, Food Safety level III.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Fishing, Snowboarding, Reading, Cycling, Trekking & Exploring Different Cuisines.

PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y Agave, M/Y Chetah Moon, M/Y Willow
Fernando was born in Buenos Aires. He lived in England for 6 years working in some of the most prestige restaurants thereafter he moved to the beautiful coast of San Sebastian, Spain as well as Barcelona, for 3 years, working in multiple 5-star hotels and restaurants. Fernando soon left the land life to further his career sailing the seas doing what he loves and has since been sailing for 9 years.
WATERS CRUISED: US East Coast, Bahamas, Caribbean, Mediterranean, Baltic
JOB DESCRIPTION: Menu design, provisioning and food preparation for guests and crew. Food budgeting, stock control, management of galley safety standards, etc. LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: Cookery certificate from IAG, Pastry Certificate from Welsh Institute, HAACP Food Safety and Hygiene (Level II).
HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Reading, Wake Boarding, Water Polo, Trekking, exploring New Cuisines & Traveling