ONYX

Captain: Jade Smith
Jade, 30, is an experienced seafarer who has worked on vessels ranging from 26m – 60m vessels. He has an outgoing personality with a positive outlook on life. He’s a natural leader who sets a high example for the team, keeping the crew positive and in high energy throughout the season. His natural charisma and passion for his work are key to giving guests their most sought-after holiday. He ensures to give guests the best balance of relaxation and fun during their time spent onboard. Jade is a South African who can speak English, Afrikaans and Italian and has much experience navigating passages throughout the Mediterranean which will be key to preparing customised routes for each and every guest.

Chef: Marco Cacciapuoti
Marco, 32, was born in Naples, and since the age of 7, he has always shown a strong interest in the world of food & beverage and was already starting to cook. Proud to be from Italy, a country with some of the greatest gastronomy in the world, with recipes handed down from generation to generation. He has worked on motor yachts for charters for many years, developing good knowledge on all the rising points of the Tyrrhenian Sea, and all the traditional foods from Sardinia, Corsica, across the Italian Riviera and Amalfi Coast! He always tries to understand guests’ needs to meet their satisfaction, providing both traditional Italian food and international cuisine. He is always open to suggestions from guests and experiment with something new.

Stewardess: Crystal-Rose Landon
Crystal, 23, is a friendly and bubbly crew member who brings positivity onboard the vessel. She is a South African who can speak English and Afrikaans and has experience on vessels ranging from 26m – 46m vessels. While being an expert at service, cocktail making and guest etiquette, she also has strong skills in cabin arrangements and interior maintenance. Her passion is guest service and thrives to give guests the best possible experience onboard. She is extremely professional and can guarantee a holiday that guests will reminisce over.

Deckhand: Camron Suttle
Camron is an experienced deckhand with a love for the sea and yachts. He is South African and speaks English and Afrikaans. with experience on yachts ranging from 26m – 90m. With excellent training and time spent working on some impressive yachts including, M/Y DREAMBOAT and M/Y MAN OF STEEL he brings confidence and attention to detail to his work and is excited for 2023. He is professional, positive and will provide a welcoming experience. When not onboard he enjoys water sports, golf, rugby and fishing.