Name: Paul Johnson

Position: Captain
Nationality: British
Languages: English

Paul was born in the UK and grew up sailing and racing boats since the age of four. He was brought up dingy sailing and successfully campaigned many highly competitive seasons in dinghy classes. It seems only natural with such a love for the ocean that Paul wanted to obtain further qualifications to match his experience and establish a career as a captain.

Since then, Paul has been captaining boats for 17 years and has sailed all around the world, from the U.S. East Coast to the Caribbean, South Pacific and the Mediterranean.

One of the highlights was winning Best in Show at the British Virgin Islands charter yacht show in 2011. With this vast knowledge, he is sure to take you on a unique sailing adventure!

Having studied Watersports Activity Leadership at Falmouth Marine School and holding his MCA Yacht-Master Offshore, Paul will take good care of you no matter where your sailing adventures might take you. His passion for watersports can provide unique assistance in diving, wakeboarding, tubing, and snorkeling.


Name: Jean-Richard Knipe

Position: Chef
Nationality: South African
Languages: English, Afrikaans

Jean-Richard's passion for the hospitality industry began at a young age, growing up in the west coast of South Africa, where his father ran a business in the hospitality sector. This early exposure to the industry inspired Jean-Richard to pursue a career in hospitality, with the ultimate goal of becoming a yacht chef.

After completing his culinary arts qualification at the Francois Ferreira Academy in 2013, Jean-Richard began working in fine dining and upmarket kitchens in Cape Town. During this time, he focused on expanding his culinary knowledge and experience, developing his skills in creating high-end, gourmet cuisine using the freshest possible ingredients.

In 2019, Jean-Richard transitioned into becoming a private chef, honing his skills in creating bespoke culinary experiences for discerning guests. As a private chef, he learned the importance of tailoring his offerings to meet the unique needs and preferences of each guest, while still maintaining the highest standards of quality and luxury.

Jean-Richard's love for seafood is likely to be reflected in his culinary creations, as South Africa's west coast is known for its abundance of fresh seafood. With over a decade of experience in the industry, he brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to his role as a yacht chef, ensuring that guests on-board can expect an elite culinary experience that caters to their every need.


Name: Amanda Hyatt

Position: Chief Stewardess
Nationality: US
Languages: English, Afrikaans

Hailing from Virginia Beach, VA, Amanda was born and raised by the sea, and introduced to the water at an early age at her grandparents lake house and also sailing the Chesapeake on her uncle's sloop. This inspired her to take to a life on the sea after college brought her to Florida. She has spent the last five years working on sailing catamarans, which have taken her from the U.S. East Coast, across the Atlantic, through the Med, and feeling at home in ports all across the Caribbean. All the while she gained extensive experience in managing charter experiences, developed her love of cooking and refined her culinary knowledge a few years back at the Ashburton Chef's Academy in Devon, England.

Amanda's friendly and warm personality, can-do attitude and attention to detail will ensure your stay onboard 'E' is second to none.

As a PADI Rescue Diver, and watersports enthusiast, Amanda loves to encourage her guests in the water be it snorkeling, paddleboarding, wakeboarding, or kayaking! Her kind and gentle demeanor makes it easy for her to understand what guests need and want to make their vacation exemplary, all while they relax onboard in between unforgettable meals, sunsets, and their favorite sundowners!


Name: Mateusz Anton

Position: Deckhand
Nationality: Polish
Languages: Polish, English, Spanish

Mateusz was born near Katowice in southern Poland. From an early age his parents have been sparking his interest in all water-related activities like windsurfing and, of course, sailing. At the age of 14 he passed his first yachting exams and obtained the inland skipper and motorboat helmsman certificates. In 2018 he completed a lifeguard course, so he will take good care of you during your water activities, fully mindful and cheerful at a time.

For the past few years Mateusz has been gaining experience in high-level customer service at premium hotels and restaurants. Since 2022 he has held a Private Pilot License and continues his training to become a commercial pilot one day. He is currently also studying Aviation at the University of Technology in Rzeszow.

You never know, maybe one day you could meet him in the air just like now at sea, helping guest to enjoy their travels.