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• How to become a Yachtie

So you’re thinking about becoming a Yachtie?

You may have a friend or relative who already works in the industry, or you have watched TV programmes like Below Deck , you know working on a yacht is the right for you, but where do you start? 

With the potential to earn great money, travel, and work with loads of like-minded people, it’s not surprising this job ticks a lot of boxes for many people. 

Becoming a Yachtie and getting paid to work on luxury yachts may seem like a job and industry that only the elite can have access to, or it just seems too confusing to start. 

However, with an understanding of the requirements, certification, and having some expectations of what job role you should be looking for, starting work as a Yachtie will not seem so daunting.

What is a Yachtie?

Before we go any further, let’s make sure we are all singing off the same hymn sheet. 

A Yachtie is a broad term used to describe anyone who works on a yacht. More specifically, it has become the term for people working as yacht crew on superyachts. 

A superyacht is a very large boat that is extremely luxurious and often owned by multi millionaires and billionaires.

These Yachties who work on superyachts hold a number of different positions. Most Yachties will start their superyacht career working as a Deckhand or Stewardess. With more experience and responsibilities, your role will change as you progress up the career ladder. 

It’s worth noting there are other types of yachting and Yachties. The other kind of ‘Yachtie’ could describe those who hold their Yachtmaster qualification and have jobs like skipper charter boats. 

Job roles for new Yachties

Yachties new to the industry (also known as ‘Green’ Yachties) will traditionally apply for entry levels roles, which are Yacht Deckhands or Yacht Stewardesses. 

These are both very different jobs, so you need to be sure which one you want to do and start training for that career path.

Yacht Stewardess (Stew)

A Stewardess, or Steward , looks after the interior of the yacht. This means anything that happens inside the boat, you will be responsible for it. 

Think of any job in the hospitality industry and then combine it into one role on a yacht, that is what you will be doing.

From making beds, doing the laundry, cleaning, serving food, and hosting dinner, you will do it all to a 5-star standard. Anything less than perfect, and your guests won’t be satisfied.

It’s the small things that make the difference between high standards and exceptional standards. You must have a great eye for detail and be able to make sure no stone is left unturned. Everything on board the ship must be 100% perfect at all times.

You will be reporting to Chief Stew, who will be your manager and give you your task list. After a good few seasons as a green Stewardess, you will have enough experience and confidence to apply for Chief Stewardess roles.

Yacht Deckhand

In contrast to the Stewardess role, Deckhands look after the exterior of the boat. 

Predominantly a male role, Deckhands will do everything from general maintenance to cleaning the teak deck, looking after the toys (Jet Skis, etc.), and even driving the tenders.

Deckhands should know how a yacht operates, the basic terminology used onboard, how to tie knots, and loads and loads of enthusiasm. 

Deckhands may also dip in and out of helping the Stewardesses, and it isn’t uncommon for Deckhands to give a hand during busy evening meal preparation and service.

5 steps to Becoming a Yachtie

With an understanding of the job roles available, you can now decide which one best suits you. With the right attitude, qualifications, and knowing where to look for work, becoming a Yachtie is achievable for anyone who wants it. 

• Have the right attitude
• Pass an ENG1 medical
• Complete STCW Basic Safety Training
• Gain experience
• Go to a superyacht marina

1. Have the right attitude

Along with gaining the correct qualifications to prove your competence, to become a Yachtie, you must have certain characteristics to thrive in this industry.

Yachties have to be well presented, articulate, know how to take orders, and be able to work hard, all with a smile and enthusiasm. You have to be able to work incredibly long hours, sometimes under stressful conditions, without losing your patience.

Having a job on a superyacht may sound glamorous, but if it’s your 10th day working in a row and you’ve got your head stuck down a toilet trying to clean it, you may want to think again. To become a Yachtie, you have to be happy with spending a lot of time away from home without seeing your friends and family. This may all seem obvious, but this situation does not suit everyone, and without careful consideration of the negatives, you will leave this industry quicker than when you arrived.

2. Pass ENG1 Medical

The first actionable step you need to take to become a Yachtie is gaining an ENG1 medical certificate. The ENG1 medical is an examination by an approved MCA (Maritime and Coastguard Agency) Doctor to make sure you are fit and able to work at sea.

Every single person working at sea must have an ENG1 medical certificate , without this, you are not able to start working on superyachts. The examination will take around 45 minutes, during which the doctor will go through a checklist to make sure you have no underlying health conditions that may impact the safety of you or anyone else on board the ship.

The most common reason new yachties fail the ENG1 is colour blindness. Surprisingly many people can go through their whole life without knowing they are colour blind. However, on board a ship, this can have huge implications. If you cannot identify signals and lights correctly, it will be impossible for you to help navigate the ship in an emergency. Unfortunately, this means you cannot start work as a Yachtie.

3. Complete STCW Basic Safety Training

Another requirement for working at sea is completing STCW Basic Safety Training . Similar to the ENG1 you can only get a job on a yacht if you have the STCW certificate. 

STCW stands for ‘Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping’. It is to make sure that all Seafarers have an understanding of what to do in an emergency and are aware of the procedures required. 

STCW Courses are action-packed and quite a bit of fun. From fire fighting to sea survival, you will get stuck in learning, and learn loads of new skills.

4. Gain experience 

If you are lucky enough to have a job offer on a superyacht, then having your ENG1 and STCW certificates will be enough.

Don’t worry if you haven’t already got a job offer, it’s quite normal to go through all these steps and not have a job lined up yet. If this is the case, gaining more experience and qualifications is a good idea to give you a competitive advantage over anyone else applying for the same job role. 

This is achieved through signing up to a Deckhand or Stewardess Course. On these courses, you will get your standard STCW certificate and a list of extra qualifications demonstrating your competence, ability, and commitment to the industry. 

Deckhands will learn how to drive a small yacht, engine maintenance, general yacht repair, and how to clean teak properly. Stewardesses will understand wine and how to serve it, the art of flower arranging, and how to drive a powerboat. 

5. Go to a superyacht marina

After you have completed your superyacht training, now is the time to head out to France and look for work. Along with signing up to yacht crew recruitment agencies, going to one of the main superyacht marinas and handing out your CV to Captains is a great way to find work. This is known as dockwalking.

If you complete your Superyacht Course with us, you will have the option of signing up to our recruitment day in Antibes, France. We head out to France as a group, talk you through the process and offer you our industry contacts.

This is a great way to start your journey, and all our students find work in no time.

How much do Yachties make?

So you’ve heard you can make a good amount of money working on superyachts? Along with the travel, the great salary is why many people decide to become a Yachtie.

Like a job within any industry, salary varies. A Superyacht will agree on a crew salary budget with the owner of the yacht.

If you are just starting out, you can expect a salary of around €2,200 – €3,200 per month. However, the industry standard is €2,500 per month. Once you gain more experience and qualifications, your salary will increase. 

When you look at the salary at face value, it looks great but not incredible, however when you are at sea, you have zero outgoings. Working on a yacht means you don’t have to pay rent, bills, or buy food which will save you heaps of money compared with working at home.

If you want to see the salaries of all yacht crew, check out our Salary Guide.

Do Yachties pay taxes?

Another reason why the salary is so appealing is that in most cases Yachties don’t have to pay tax. 

This is a government scheme called the Seafarers Earning Deduction , and providing you are eligible, Yachties can keep 100% of their earnings.

To be able to apply for Seafarers Earning Deduction, you must be working on a ship outside of UK waters for a period of 365 days. This doesn’t mean you have to spend a whole year at once away from home, rather you can only apply once all the days you work on a yacht adds up to 365.

Being able to understand this tax scheme will be hugely beneficial before you start working on a Superyacht. 

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• November 1, 2023

“Ahoy there, future yachties! Are you ready to embark on an exciting and luxurious career on the high seas?” If the idea of working on a yacht, traveling to exotic locations, and catering to the needs of the rich and famous sounds like a dream come true, then you’re in the right place. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the ins and outs of the yachting industry, from the essential skills and certifications needed to make a splash, to tips on building a strong resume and making valuable connections in the yachting world. We’ll also discuss the various career paths available, from starting out as a deckhand to eventually taking the helm as a captain. Finally, we’ll delve into the yachtie lifestyle, and how to strike the perfect balance between work and play while living and working on the world’s most luxurious vessels. So grab your deck shoes and let’s set sail on this exciting journey to becoming a yachtie!

1. Discovering the Yachting Industry: Opportunities and Requirements

The yachting industry offers a wide range of career opportunities for those who are passionate about the sea and luxury vessels. From deckhands and engineers to chefs and stewardesses, there is a position for every skill set and interest. To begin your journey in this exciting field, it is essential to understand the requirements and qualifications needed for each role. This will help you determine which path is best suited for your skills and aspirations.

Before diving into the world of yachting, it is crucial to familiarize yourself with the certifications and training necessary for your desired position. For example, aspiring deckhands should obtain their STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping) certification, while engineers may need to complete an MCA (Maritime and Coastguard Agency) approved course. Additionally, it is essential to have a valid passport, a seafarer’s medical certificate, and potentially a visa, depending on the country you plan to work in.

Once you have acquired the necessary qualifications, it is time to start networking and job hunting . Many yachties find their first job through word-of-mouth or by connecting with others in the industry. Attending boat shows, yachting events, and joining online forums can help you make valuable connections and learn about job openings. Furthermore, registering with a reputable yacht crew agency can increase your chances of finding the perfect position. Remember to create a professional CV and be prepared for interviews, as competition in the yachting industry can be fierce.

2. Essential Skills and Certifications for Aspiring Yachties

Entering the world of yachting requires a unique set of skills and qualifications, which are essential for ensuring a successful career. Obtaining the necessary certifications is a crucial step in becoming a yachtie, as these credentials demonstrate your competence and commitment to the industry. Some of the most important certifications include the STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping) Basic Safety Training, which covers essential safety and survival skills, and the ENG1 Medical Certificate, which confirms your fitness to work at sea.

Aside from certifications, aspiring yachties should also focus on developing their soft skills and practical abilities . Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills are highly valued in the yachting industry, as crew members must work closely together to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction. Additionally, proficiency in various tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and maintenance is crucial, as yachties are often expected to perform a wide range of duties on board. By honing these skills and obtaining the necessary certifications, you will be well on your way to a rewarding career as a yachtie.

3. Building a Strong Resume: Tips for Landing Your First Yacht Job

As a newcomer to the yachting industry, it’s essential to create a compelling resume that showcases your skills, experience, and passion for the job. Start by highlighting any relevant experience you may have, such as working in hospitality, customer service, or a related field. If you have any certifications or licenses, be sure to include them as well. When crafting your resume, consider the following tips:

• Keep it concise: Aim for a one-page resume that’s easy to read and understand.
• Use a professional format: Choose a clean, modern design that highlights your most relevant information.
• Include a personal statement: Write a brief introduction that explains your interest in the yachting industry and what makes you a great candidate for the job.

Networking is a crucial aspect of landing your first yacht job, so attend industry events and connect with professionals in the field. This can help you learn about job opportunities, gain valuable insights, and make a lasting impression on potential employers. Additionally, consider joining online forums and social media groups dedicated to yachting to expand your network and stay informed about the latest industry news.

Finally, be persistent and proactive in your job search. Apply to multiple positions, even if they’re not your ideal role, as this can help you gain experience and make connections within the industry. Don’t be discouraged by rejection – it’s a natural part of the job search process. Instead, use it as an opportunity to learn and improve your resume and interview skills. With determination and a strong resume, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a successful yachtie.

4. Networking in the Yachting World: Making Connections that Matter

Establishing a strong network is crucial for success in the yachting industry. Building relationships with fellow yachties, captains, and industry professionals can open doors to new opportunities and help you advance in your career. Attend industry events, such as boat shows and yacht crew meetups, to meet like-minded individuals and expand your network. Don’t be afraid to introduce yourself and engage in conversations, as this can lead to valuable connections and potential job offers.

Utilizing social media platforms is another effective way to network in the yachting world. Join Facebook groups, follow industry influencers on Instagram, and connect with professionals on LinkedIn to stay informed about the latest news and job openings. Be active in these online communities by sharing your experiences, asking questions, and offering advice. This will not only help you learn from others but also showcase your expertise and passion for the industry.

Finally, consider creating a checklist to track your networking efforts and ensure you’re making the most of every opportunity. This can include goals such as attending a certain number of events per month, connecting with a specific number of professionals online, or following up with contacts you’ve made. By setting measurable objectives and regularly reviewing your progress, you’ll be well on your way to building a powerful network in the yachting world.

5. Climbing the Yachtie Career Ladder: From Deckhand to Captain

Embarking on a career in the yachting industry can be both rewarding and challenging. One of the key aspects to success is understanding the various roles on a yacht and how to progress from one position to another. Starting as a deckhand , you will gain valuable experience and skills that will serve as the foundation for your future growth in the industry. As you continue to learn and develop your abilities, you will have the opportunity to advance to higher positions, such as mate, engineer, or even captain.

One of the most important factors in climbing the yachtie career ladder is gaining relevant qualifications and certifications . For example, obtaining your STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping) certificate is essential for working on any yacht. Additionally, pursuing specialized training in areas such as navigation, engineering, or hospitality can significantly increase your chances of securing a higher position on a yacht. It is also crucial to network within the industry, as many job opportunities are found through personal connections and recommendations.

Lastly, developing a strong work ethic and demonstrating professionalism at all times will set you apart from other crew members. This includes being punctual, maintaining a positive attitude, and taking pride in your work. As you continue to excel in your role and gain the trust of your captain and fellow crew members, you will be well on your way to climbing the yachtie career ladder and achieving your ultimate goal of becoming a captain.

6. Living the Yachtie Lifestyle: Balancing Work and Play on the High Seas

Embracing the yachtie lifestyle requires a delicate balance between hard work and enjoying the perks of the job. While the days can be long and demanding, the rewards are often worth the effort. To maintain this equilibrium, it’s essential to develop a routine that allows you to excel in your duties while still finding time for relaxation and personal growth. A checklist can be a helpful tool to ensure you’re staying on track with your responsibilities and making the most of your downtime.

One of the key aspects of living the yachtie lifestyle is learning how to adapt to the unique challenges of working on a yacht. This includes mastering the art of multitasking, being prepared for unexpected situations, and maintaining a positive attitude even when the going gets tough. By staying organized and focused, you’ll be able to enjoy the incredible experiences that come with working on a luxury yacht, such as exploring exotic destinations, meeting new people, and indulging in world-class cuisine. Remember, the key to success in this industry is finding the right balance between work and play, so make sure to take advantage of the opportunities that come your way.

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The South African yachtie guide to visas

Being a South African yachtie presents you with a few visa challenges that other countries don’t have. The pandemic has presented new challenges for yachties as travel isn’t as easy and seamless as before and our green passports don’t give us access to many countries without a visa. 

Every nation has its own system and set of standards, which causes crew members to stress and confusion as they attempt to make sense of it all. Paperwork and travel papers may cause prospective yachties and occasionally established yachties who are trying to relocate a lot of difficulty.  

Working on a superyacht is not working physically on international soil. It is working on a foreign-flagged vessel, and hence the process for applying for visas can be complicated and confusing.

We have gathered as much information as we could on passport and visa applications to help you understand the visa requirements for the region you’re interested in working in.

Why do you need a visa?

A visa is an official stamp or document stamped on/attached to your passport and grants you permission to enter, work, travel within, and remain in a country for the specified duration. You will be refused admission to a country without the proper visa. As South Africans, we require visas for the most popular super yachting destinations, and you need to have the correct tourist visa to allow you to remain and work on a superyacht overseas

The Mediterranean and the Caribbean

The 22 members of the European Union, as well as Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland signed the Schengen Agreement in 1985. Visas are required for entry into the Schengen Area for South Africans. A Schengen Visa entitles bearers to unrestricted travel between the 26 European nations that make up the Schengen States. 

Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland are among these nations. 

You will almost probably need to enter and travel inside the Schengen States if you work as a crew aboard a luxury yacht, therefore getting a Schengen Visa from the embassy of the nation you will be initially visiting is crucial.

The following is an explanation of the Schengen visa requirements for non-EU crew. 

As it stands, non-EU crew are eligible for one of three types of Schengen visas: 

1) Schengen transit (Type B) visa – This visa, often known as an “entrance visa” or “exit visa,” is required for crew who board or depart a yacht within the Schengen Zone. The transit visa is eligible for a transit across the Schengen Area lasting no longer than five days.

2) Schengen visa for temporary entry (Type C) – The entry type for short-stay (Type C) visas might be single, double, or numerous. The Seaman Short-Stay (Type C) visa is the most pertinent visa for yacht crew. To apply for this visa you often need documentation showing that the crew member will work on board a vessel, such as an employment letter, travel insurance, work contract, vessel registration documents, a port letter, an itinerary for the boat, etc.  Depending on the crew contract and other variables including the number of prior Schengen visas the applicant has in their passport, the Seaman Short-Stay (Type C) visa’s validity ranges from one to five years. Most yacht crew will get a visa with boat papers, valid for 1-2 years and will then need to renew accordingly. When you first enter any Schengen state to look for work, it will normally be on a short stay tourist visa, 2-4 months long. Only once you have secured a job onboard a yacht and have been issued with the necessary paperwork, can you then reapply for a longer tourist visa for up to 1-2 years.

3) Long-stay (Type D) Schengen visa – This visa is instead issued for a specific amount of time and can be extended from inside the Schengen Area. The good news about this visa is that it places the crew member as a “national” of the Schengen area and grants them privileges and obligations that are not available to those on short-stay (Type C) visas. If non-EU crew members intend to live in Europe, this visa is the one to obtain. This visa is very hard to get and generally only issued to crew who can prove they have been physically living on land for a certain period of time and can financially do so for the foreseeable future with work contracts in place. The visa you will most likely get during your time working as a crew member onboard a yacht is the Type C visa above.

Popular super yachting spots in the Northern Hemisphere tend to attract yacht owners and, consequently, crew members during the summer season. This implies that a Schengen Visa must be obtained in order for any non-EU crew to operate aboard boats. The most important thing a non-EU citizen can do is to ensure that all of their documentation is in place so that they don’t miss out on opportunities due to cumbersome paperwork.

According to South African Yachties, when applying for a Schengen visa as a South African you need the following:

• At least two legitimate blank pages should be located on either side of a valid South African passport in acceptable shape. 
• If you haven’t already had your biometrics taken, you must show up in person for your visa appointment. 
• A bank statement showing that you have at least R90,000 in your account or that of a sponsor. 
• Flight confirmation
• A deposit for lodging (up to 450 euros) has been paid for the length of your reserved stay.

United States

Any potential crew member who wants to work on a luxury yacht that is either US-flagged or enters US waters must possess this special, non-immigration visa. 

B1 Visa = Business Travel

B2 Visa = Visitor for Pleasure

The current challenge crew face is the unforeseen delays in being able to make an appointment at a US embassy/consulate in South Africa. The delays in making an appointment nowadays can be as long as 6 months. Crew have to spend days looking at appointment options and grab any new opening the second it opens. 

Our advice to new crew considering entering our industry is to book their appointment and apply for the visa as early as possible. For parents who would like their sons or daughters to enter the industry after school, the beauty of the B1B2 is the fact that the visa is traditionally a ten year visa. This means potential crew can apply and get the visa in advance and its validity is not an issue at all.

If you’re planning to enjoy the almost 60,000 km of Australian coastline during your cruise season and explore the most famous Australian coastal cities from a different perspective, you may be wondering what documents you need to work on super yachts in Australia and whether you’ll need to apply for an Australian visa.

Australia has a special visa for yachties, Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) Superyacht Crew stream. With this visa, you are able to work as a superyacht crew member in Australia. You may remain here for a maximum of one year. With this visa, you can visit and depart from Australia as often as you’d like while it’s still in effect while working as a crew member aboard a superyacht.

It is unusual for a visa stay period of more than 12 months to be granted. The maximum stay for this visa stream is 2 years. The visa is granted with multiple entry. You can leave and re-enter Australia as many times as you want while the visa is valid. If you are outside Australia when the visa is granted, the visa stay period starts on the day that you enter Australia. If you are in Australia, the visa starts on the day that it is granted. 

This visa cannot be extended to allow you to remain in Australia longer. If you need to stay longer to complete your superyacht season/remain in Australia for another season, you will need to submit a new application for this visa.

As a prospective yachtie, it is important to be informed. The important thing is to first research where you want to go and what the visa requirements are before you do anything else. 

The more you know about the requirements to enter different countries, the better you can plan in advance for the challenges you’ll be faced with. This is the best way to ensure success in your journey onboard. It is very important to make sure that you use a professional agency to help you obtain your visa, whether it be a tourist agency or a yacht crew agency. If you do it on your own and things go wrong, and you are either denied a visa or don’t get a long enough one, then you will not be able to find work overseas. Getting your visa is key to finding work.

If you need more information on the visa requirements for the regions you’re interested in working in, chat to our SuperYachting South Africa team who will happily assist you.

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Our sound advice and knowledge to get you trained and ready for a job on a super yacht is built on first-hand experience working on Mega Yachts. We can offer you answers to all of your questions about the Super Yacht industry!

What is yachting all about.

Super yachting is an industry where the rich and famous of the world come to play, and do business. As such, you will be required to offer top 5* service, work long hours in the department you choose (more about that in the info talk), and look good doing it!

To get into this industry you will need to get some basic courses done as a minimum, head over to Europe, and start looking for work – all of which is NOT guaranteed to result in a job!

Your reward for all the effort and money put in, is an amazing salary and experiences of a lifetime. SA Yachties is here to give you some sound advice and tell you all about the details of yachting – before you go book expensive courses, only to find out maybe its not for you!

We are offering a really great, in depth look at yachting for each department – Stewardess (waitress/cleaner/housekeeper), Chef (food slave 😉 ), Deckhand (think.. washing 100 cars a day, and you are almost there), engineer (works under the boat, isn’t so pretty, cleans the pipes (yuk!), makes sure the boat moves and gets paid a lot to do it!).

If you’d like to know more about your particular field, please take a look at the preview to our videos.

REQUIREMENTS TO GET IN

It is not easy to get onto Super Yachts and the requirements are a lot more strict and specific than to those on Cruise Ships. Here is a list of non-negotiable requirements as well as added skills that will make getting a Super Yacht Job that much easier…

Must have’s:

English First Language

Swimming ability

Money for courses, plane tickets and accommodation while looking for a job (+ – R100 000!!)

Valid Passport

Added Skills that will be beneficial (Any of these will help you in getting work on a Super Yacht):

EU Passport

Speaking another language (French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian)

Water sports (Diving, snorkeling, Jet Ski, Water skiing, Surfing, Kite Surfing, etc)

Qualified Chef

Hairdresser

Sailing / skippers license

Yoga/Pilates/Gym instructor

Hospitality experience (5* Hotel/Restaurant)

Electrical/ Marine engineering

Private Security / helicopter training

Butler training

Nurse / medic

Previous boat experience (eg Cruise liners)

Diving / fishing

We have visa offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town and a sister office in Antibes, France called Global Yachties, seaman’s visas, seaman’s books, and crew services.

Please visit www.globalyachties.com . You are also welcome to email [email protected] if you need:

• A sim card (arranged 7 days before you arrive) – 19.99 (100gigs internet & *Free calls)
• CV editing – 20 euros
• Airport transfers – Cost varies
• Antibes orientation (a guided walk around Antibes to get you settled)
• Luggage storage – for those who have packed too much – 1 euro per day
• Offshore bank accounts (this is done when you have found a job)
• And much more!

*T’s & C’s apply

For recruitment please register on www.twwcrew.com (this is our partner recruitment company based in Antibes)

Taelin Jones Director

After working her way up in the yachting industry for the past 6 years, with her refined eye for detail and passion for helping others – Taelin has returned home and taken on a more land-based role; as one of the new directors of South African Yachties.

Justin Hockey Director

 After 7 years in the industry, working onboard various different types of yachts, Justin has decided to step away from his life at sea to settle into the land based role as Director of South African Yachties. His expertise lie in the deck department, with water sports being his forte.

Shalom Salome Banda Johannesburg Branch

Shalom has a BA degree in corporate communication and a background in marketing, administration, customer service and events. She previously worked as a visa consultant for 4 years, specialising in French and Italian applications. She joined the South African Yachties family in 2018 and has been an integral part ever since. Shalom heads the JHB office branch.

Phelokazi Brander Cape Town Branch

Phelo has a national diploma in tourism and 3 years background as a visa processing agent before joining us in 2021, she has since become an integral part of the SA Yachties family. Phelo heads the Cape Town branch office.

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The Ultimate Yachtie Guide To Antibes And Cote D’Azur

The Cote d’Azur has different cities in which you might be sailing, all of them worth knowing! This area is a little bit more expensive than other places in the Mediterranean due to the luxury lifestyle in this area. So stepping off the yacht after a long season will be a hit to your pocket, but hopefully, those charter tips make up for it.

If Antibes is your first port of call as a green yacht crew member, you are in the right place to dockwalk the entire Cote D’Azur. If you are looking to get your first job on a superyacht check out our mega post on starting out in the industry. It will give you extra tips and pointers to help you land your CV on the captain pile.

If you are wintering in Antibes and looking for some long weekend ideas, head up to the French Alps

Contents of the Antibes Port guide for yacht crew

Getting Around

Uber works as a perfect option if you are in a rush, but keep in mind the high costs. A short trip will easily cost 15 euros, and going between ports will jump closer to 100 euros. Your best bet is getting the local train which runs the entire distance and frequently stops at the main stations.

More crew are starting to buy electric scooters, which are handy. Otherwise, keep your bike or skateboard handy. It gets hot in summer, and it’s a bit faster to get around. Antibes port is near to the old town but be prepared for a long walk if you want to hit up the beach bars on the other side. Wear comfortable shoes!

Expect to pay about 1.50 EUR for each minute distance in Uber (approx for consideration) whereas the single train ticket cost starts from 3,10 EUR. Bargain! (side note, you can buy snacks and wine on the train!)

What Ports to dockwalk at in Cote D’Azur

Marseille Old Port – not within walkable distance, you will need a vehicle or Uber to get into the city (10 min ride)

Capitanerie address Address : 44 Quai Marcel Pagnol, 13007 Marseille

La Ciotat – well known for refitting at MB92, you will need a vehicle to move around or Uber Address : Quai François Mitterrand, 13600 La Ciotat

St. Tropez Port Grimaud – located right in the middle of the city Address : Allée du Quai de l’Epi, 83990 Saint-Tropez

Mandelieu La Napoule Port de Cannes Marina – walkable distance to city Address : 150 Allée Calypso, 06210 Mandelieu-la-Napoule

Old port Cannes – walkable distance to city Address : Jetée Albert Edouard, 06400 Cannes

Port Pierre Canto Cannes – walkable distance to city Address : 1 Boulevard de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes

Vieux Port Golf Juan – walkable distance to city Address : Quai Saint-Pierre, 06220 Vallauris

Port Gallice Juan Les Pins – walkable distance to city Address : 47 Boulevard Edouard Baudoin, 06160 Juan-les-Pins, Cap d’Antibes

Antibes Port Vauban – walkable distance to city Address : Avenue de Verdun, 06600 Antibes

Antibes Marina – walkable distance to city Address : Port Vauban, 06600 Antibes Juan les Pins

Nice Port – walkable distance to city Address : 1430 Quai Amiral Infernet, 06300 Nice

Port de Villefranche-sur-Mer – walkable distance to city Address : 1 Chemin du Lazaret, 06230 Villefranche-sur-Mer

Port de Fontvieille – walkable distance to city Address : Quai des Sanbarbani, 98000 Mónaco/Monte Carlo, Monaco

Monaco port – walkable distance to city Address : Quai l’Hirondelle, 98000 Monaco

Local Restaurants

There are plenty of great restaurants along the coast, but these are a few of the standout ones suggested to us by yacht chefs.

Brasseries Foch – Steakhouse Address : 20 Boulevard Gustave Chancel, 06600 Antibes

Romagna Mia – italian restaurants Address : 3 Boulevard Dugommier, 06600 Antibes

La Taille de Guêpe – French restaurant Address : 24 Rue de Fersen, 06600 Antibes

Other popular yacht crew restaurants include Michelangelo, Petit Cageot, Bistro Margaux, Le Figuier de St Esprit and Le Phenicia.

Fine Dining

Restaurant Jan – Michelin Star Restaurant Address : 12 Rue Lascaris, 06300 Nice

Bruno Oger – La Villa Archange Address : Rue de l’Ouest, 06110 Le Cannet

Mirazur – Menton 30, avenue Aristide Briand 06500 Menton

Le Louis XV-Alain Ducasse à l’Hôtel de Paris Address : Place du Casino, 98000 Monaco

Bars in Antibes

This wouldn’t be much of a yachtie guide to the French Riviera if we didn’t include a list of the bars yacht crew tend to spend most of their shore time at!

• Rue Aubernon (Drinkers Club, Café Brun, Melting Pot, Pablo, Happy Face)
• Boulevard d’Aguillon (Latinos, Happy Face)
• The Absinthe Bar

Provisioning

Yacht chefs looking for great provisions for guests or crew are in a great spot being located on the Cote D’Azur. Antibes, Nice and Monaco are all well located to receive provisions and delivery is a breeze.

Download the provisioning contact list here.

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Local Markets

Marseille Farmers Market (Only Wednesdays) Address : Cours Julien, 13006 Marseille

St. Tropez Local Market Address : Place aux Herbes, 83990 Saint-Tropez

La Ciotat Marchè du Port Address : Quai François Mitterrand, 13600 La Ciotat

Cannes Marchè Fortville Address : 6 Rue du Marché Forville, 06400 Cannes

Antibes market Marchè Provençals  Address : Cours Masséna, 06600 Antibes

Nice La Gare du Sud Address : 35 Avenue Malaussena, 06000 Nice

Monaco La Condamine Address : 11 Rue Terrazzani, 98000 Monaco

Supermarkets

Carrefour is the main supermarket along the coast. There are several locations near by each of the ports, just google to find them.

Metro, you will need a card to enter, if you are a commercially registered boat you can register at the entrance with the boat’s papers. There are several Metro in the Cote d’Azur, below address for the one in Nice Address : CCPlaine 1, 60 Avenue Pierre Isnard B.P. 215, 06200 Nice

Crew days off

All of the cities are coastal cities, therefore, all of them have beautiful beaches.

Stroll the laneways of old Town Antibes , find the beautiful markets and have lunch at a local cafe.

Visit Grasse , the city famous for the creation of perfums (30 minutes ride by car) 

Hike Cap D’Antibes for sports lovers (2 hours Trekking) and find the Plage of Garoupe, a hidden public beach.

You can hire kayaks off the beach in Juan Les Pins.

Things to do in the surrounding city if you had a full day to explore

Visit Eze , a beautiful city to walk and explore (City between Nice and Monaco) The hike out there is popular, and you can have a chilled glass of rose at the end of it in the village!

Visit Cannes, Antibes, Nice, Monaco all of them are just 30-40 minute distance between them – if you are in any of these cities you will love to visit these neighbouring cities and explore. You can easily take the train and walk to your destination.

For something totally different- try Tandem paragliding in Greolieres .

Hire a car (or take the crew car if you can!) and drive out to the Gorges du Verdon . It’s a stunning spot just a few hour’s drive away where you can kayak, white water raft or do Via Ferrata.

If you take the train to San Remo , there is a cycle track that loops from the railway station to San Lorenzo and back. It’s 30 km in total and San Lorenzo is the perfect place for a nice lunch before you cycle back. You can easily rent a bike from one of the many places around the station carpark.

Take the crew car again, and go Paddleboarding at Lac St Cassien or the Esterels . The tourist offices have guidebooks for mountain biking, horse riding and local hiking trails.

Hiking, there are so many, some are close by, for example, a walk up a valley from Biot to Vallbone. Download the app called AllTrails for more ideas.

There is a forest canyon ropes courses and zip lines in Ville Neurve Loubet which make for a great day out. Also, plenty of bike trails winding through castles, and villages and offering something different from Antibes usual vibe.

If you are wintering in Antibes and want to get away, Isola or Auron , are ski stations less than 2.5 hours drive from Antibes.

Antibes Beaches

Being based in Antibes has its perks for you- there are so many beaches to explore. A word of caution though, during summer these are absolute hot spots, so get there early to claim your patch of “sand”

• Plage de la Gravette (aka the toilet bowl) is a sandy beach right in the heart of town, located right beside Port Vauban – it gets busy in summer because of its location.
• Plage de la Salis and Ponteil are two sandy beaches a short distance from old town Antibes – there are ‘snacks’ (food kiosks) located there, public toilets and a sailing club where you can hire kayaks, windsurfers etc.  
• If you want a private beach, Royal Beach has a nice outlook on the sea and offers loungers and umbrellas for a fee.
• A bit further from Antibes, Plage de la Garoupe has a small public beach (super busy in summer) and private beach clubs at Plage Keller and Plage Joseph .

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Charting Your Course: Decoding Travel Insurance for Yachties

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Now, I know what you’re thinking – insurance, the ultimate buzzkill, right? Fear not, dear sailors, for we’re about to dive into the world of travel insurance.  

Picture this: you, a yacht, the Mediterranean or the Caribbean as your playground, and the prospect of landing that dream job on a luxurious vessel. It sounds like a plot straight out of a Hollywood blockbuster, but let’s not forget that life isn’t always smooth sailing. From unpredictable weather tantrums to navigating the choppy waters of job hunting in a foreign port, yachties face a unique set of challenges.  

Enter travel insurance – your trusty anchor in the sea of uncertainties. We’re not here to bore you with nautical jargon; instead, let’s explore how this financial superhero can swoop in to save the day.  

Factors Affecting Travel Insurance Costs  

Get a quote, trip duration: the long and short of it.

Imagine your trip duration as the wind in your sails – the longer it blows, the higher your insurance costs. It’s like paying for extra sunsets and starry nights, but in insurance lingo. So, whether you’re planning a quick job hunt or a months-long job hunt , your wallet might feel the breeze. The maximum number of days you will be able to get a policy for is 120 days.  

Destination: Where in the World is Your Premium Going?

Age of the Insured: Navigating the Waters of Aging

As much as we’d like to believe in eternal youth, insurance companies aren’t as optimistic. Older yachties, like a fine wine, may face higher premiums. It’s not about your wisdom and experience – it’s those pesky health risks that come with age. So, prepare to shell out a bit more if you’re in the distinguished captain’s age bracket.  

Coverage Options: The Gold, Silver, and Bronze of Protection

Just like picking your yacht’s paint colour, selecting coverage options is a crucial decision. The more gold-plated your insurance plan, the shinier it looks – and the costlier it gets. From basic hull coverage to all-inclusive protection against unforeseen calamities, your choices will sway the price tag. It’s the difference between a dinghy and a luxury yacht in the insurance world.  

What is Covered with travel Insurance? 

Trip cancellation and interruption insurance: when plans hit stormy seas.

Trip cancellation and interruption insurance swoops in like a superhero to rescue your hard-earned money. Non-refundable trip costs? Fear not! Whether it’s a sudden squall in your personal life or an unexpected twist in your travel plans, this insurance has your back. It’s like a force field around your voyage dreams, keeping the unexpected at bay.  

Medical Insurance: Healing Touch on High Seas

Picture this: a majestic yacht, azure waters, and a sudden bout of seasickness. Fear not, for medical insurance is the ship’s doctor you never knew you needed. From unexpected tumbles on deck to unforeseen ailments in foreign ports, this coverage ensures your health is as robust as your sea legs. Doctor visits, hospital stays, and medications – consider them all part of the crew.  

Emergency Evacuation Insurance: Because Stormy Seas Need Swift Rescues

In the unfortunate event of a serious illness or injury, emergency evacuation insurance is your SOS signal. It’s the lifeboat that whisks you away to a medical haven faster than you can say “anchors aweigh.” Think of it as your personal helicopter hovering above choppy seas, ready to airlift you to safety. Smooth sailing, indeed!  

Lost or Stolen Baggage Insurance: 

If your prized possessions go missing – whether due to sticky-fingered pirates or a momentary lapse of attention – fret not. This coverage reimburses you for the value of your lost loot. It’s like a safety net for your treasures, ensuring you’re not left stranded without your favourite tricorn hat.  

The Cost of Travel insurance 

Below is a table to give you an idea of the cost of travel insurance for 120 days at specific ages, the cost is subject to change and may not be the exact price in this blog when you purchase a policy.

So, you’ve heard the tales of travel insurance – the unsung hero of the yachtie’s adventure. It’s not the villain here to steal your gold but rather the trusty sidekick, ready to ward off the unexpected squalls that might threaten your dream voyage.  

From the choppy waters of trip duration to the unpredictable storms of high-risk destinations, we’ve charted the factors that sway the cost of your insurance. It’s like the art of balancing on the deck during a storm – a skilful dance of choices to keep you steady on your financial feet.  

  Clarity Employee Benefits is an authorized Financial Services Provider – FSP No. 51007. We specialize in international health insurance and travel insurance for yachties, please do not hesitate to contact us if you are in need of travel insurance guidance or advice.  

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Dos and Don’ts for Yachties

As a visitor to our beautiful island, we want to ensure that your experience here is both enjoyable and respectful of our culture and environment.

To help you navigate your stay at the Yacht Club, we have put together a list of do's and don'ts specifically for yachties. We ask that you take the time to read and familiarize yourself with these guidelines, as they will help you make the most of your time here and ensure that your presence doesn't have a negative impact on our community. From respecting local customs to preserving our natural resources, these guidelines are designed to help everyone have a safe and fulfilling experience in Niue.

• Ask us for help before you arrive or during your stay in Niue.
• Follow the Biosecurity ‘Notice to masters’ that can be found HERE .
• ALWAYS give priority to local fishing and charter vessels at the wharf.  Some of these vessels are working to tight schedules so they would appreciate no delays around the crane area.
• ALWAYS return the crane hook back out over the water (close to the wall) and lower down to approx 1m-1.5m above the water line after launching or retrieving.  This allows other vessels to haul out without delay.
• Get out and experience the island scenery, variety of experiences and culture.
• Experience the beauty of Niue and the warm hospitality of our community.
• Buy some Yacht club merchandise or a souvenir membership.
• Tell your friends what a great time you had in Niue – and come again!
• Do not Swim or bathe at the moorings when Vaka (Canoe) fishermen are fishing nearby.  Please be respectful of their needs
• Do not Sunbath naked or topless (for women) on deck. Niueans are conservative when it comes to this, and you can still be seen from land, so please respect the culture
• Do not bring food, plants or products ashore unless purchased in Niue.
• Do not park your Dinghy across the primary access or parking area on the wharf – it will be removed if it is in the wrong place.
• Do not leave tenders tied alongside the wharf or steps (even in calm conditions). This can hamper local vessel operations. Also conditions can change in a short time. Always lift tenders out onto the wharf.
• Do not leave tenders in the crane vicinity; this area must be kept clear at all times.
• Do not leave tenders or vehicles parked directly adjacent on the seaward side of the crane. This area is reserved for the Niue Search and Rescue vessel if required to be launched.
• Sundays are a day of religion and rest in Niue – please don’t use your engines during church times to access the wharf.
• Do not attempt to swim or snorkel with Humpback Whales or Spinner Dolphins when in Niue waters. This includes from your vessel when it is moored or underway or from tenders. There are strict regulations around the protection of all cetaceans. Interactions are ONLY with a Niue Licenced operator. Prosecution may happen should this rule not be followed.
• Do not disguard of "Black Water" or raw sewage when moored. Please use holding tanks and leave the mooring area to empty or discharge all liquid waste. Please ensure your vessel is at least 800M (1/2 NM) from the nearest shoreline.
• Please ensure grey water is confined to holding tanks. also, if unable to hold grey water - strictly no chemicals are to be used and discharged in grey water. These include bleach, acids, toilet cleaner or non-biodegradable detergents.
• Do not pump bilge water with traces of oil or fuel within Niue's Territorial Sea (12NM), this even includes biodegradable degreasers and emulsifiers.
• Please use "reef safe" sunscreen when swimming or snorkelling. Over 70 tons of sunscreen goes into the ocean each year, certain chemicals in sunscreen can affect coral reproduction.
• Do not go bottom fishing when moored. Snagged lines, broken off nylon or braid is a tangle hazard for wildlife and divers.
• Do not leave your rubbish on or around the wharf. Dispose of your rubbish accordingly abiding by biosecurity’s “NOTICE TO MASTERS”. The bins are located halfway up the wharf, which are strictly for yachts only. Please refer to picture below  

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Meet Below Deck Season 11's Late Addition, Deckhand Dylan Pierre De Villiers: "My Jaw Is on the Floor"

Find out which crew member is calling the new Season 11 deckhand "gorgeous."

Following the firing of Jared Woodin and the departure of Cat Baugh , there are two spots to fill in the St. David crew on Below Deck Season 11 — and we now know who will be filling one of them.

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In the preview for Season 11, Episode 8, which will air on March 25, viewers got a brief glimpse at Dylan Pierre De Villiers , who will be taking on a deckhand position now that Ben Willoughby has been promoted to Bosun . 

Meet Dylan Pierre De Villiers, the New Deckhand on Below Deck Season 11

In the preview for Season 11, Episode 8, Dylan meets the rest of the St. David yachties for the first time. 

"Welcome to St. David," deckhand Sunny Marquis says as Dylan arrives in a tender.

"My name's Dylan," the new deckhand says.

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In an interview on the episode, Sunny reacts to the new deckhand's looks. "Wow, my jaw is on the floor," she says, and she's not the only one who is impressed. 

"He is gorgeous, hey?" Ben says when he's with Barbara "Barbie" Pascual and Fraser Olender in the galley. 

"I'm just a little flabbergasted," Barbie says. 

"Are you turned on?" chief stew Fraser jokingly asks Barbie, who emphatically responds, "Yes."

Who is Dylan Pierre De Villiers? Details on the  Below Deck  Season 11 Deckhand

Read Dylan's official Bravo profile below!

Hometown: Cape Town 

Birth date: 7th April

Zodiac sign: Aries 

Years of experience in the yachting industry: 4 years 

Favorite off-boat activities:  "Eating protein powder, benching 225 pounds, working on my cars, building stuff, helping kids get better habits, making videos on YouTube, exploring the world."

Special skills:  "I can do some really cool kicks (did kickboxing for 6 years), I know how to connect with people, I can fix anything mechanical  — just show me once. I can drive boats and cars quite well."

Do you know any other Below Deck franchise yachties?  "I do not."

What Bravo shows do you watch?  " Below Deck, Vanderpump Rules ." 

What do you do in your off-time on the boat?  "I go to the gym, I go out and enjoy my life in moderation. I am super social, so I make friends. I travel. I bought my dream car, so I’m working on that constantly."

Who is your best friend on St. David ?  "Chef Anthony [Iracane] ."

Who do you miss most from home when you’re traveling for work?  "My friends and racing car."

What was your first impression of St. David ? "Well, the name is basically STD. So I mean, hey you love it in the moment and hate it after."

Favorite place you’ve been on charter/place you traveled? "Cannes islands."

What’s one thing about working and living on a boat that would surprise people? "That you actively spend time with the top 10 percent, and if you realize this and utilize this extreme rarity. It can take you places by making the right connections and learning from the best of the best in their fields."

Sum up this season in three words!  "Incompetence, Ego & Hilarious."

Watch new episodes of  Below Deck  on Mondays at 9/8c on Bravo. Stream episodes the next day on Peacock . 

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‘Below Deck’ Sails Into a New Era

With a different captain at the helm and new production elements, the reality show about charter yachts is switching up its style.

By Shivani Gonzalez

Starting a new season of “ Below Deck ” can be similar to returning to summer camp as a kid — you know it’s going to be fun and that you’ll be in the same environment, but some of the people will be different and you’re not quite sure what the vibes will be.

This time around, in particular, feels that way because for the first time in the show’s 11-season run, Captain Lee Rosbach is no longer at the helm. It’s a pivotal moment for a franchise that has become one of the most popular entities in the sprawling universe of reality TV since premiering on Bravo in 2013 . The show’s appeal was built on endless romances between various crew members (“boatmances,” as they came to be known), horrible charter guests and some sort of passive-aggressive fight about how many shackles of the anchor chain should be in the water. And there was always Rosbach presiding over the drama as he trudged around the boat, reeling off one liners like “I’m madder than a pissed-on chicken” and “we screwed the pooch so many times we should have a litter of puppies running around.”

At the center of the show now is Kerry Titheradge (the stern yet goofy captain of “Below Deck Adventure” fame), who is managing the Motor Yacht Saint David with the cheeky chief stew Fraser Olender by his side.

With that change in captain, the energy on the boat — both onscreen and off — is different, according to Olender.

“I feel like Kerry this season, as opposed to Lee, has a no B.S. attitude, which I love with him,” Olender said in an interview. “With Kerry, he taught me a lot and sort of forced to me confront issues directly with my team, work them out, as opposed to making executive decisions too soon.”

This shift in management style changes the central conflict — whereas the drama once focused on the captain swiftly kicking out any unpleasant crew member (as we might have seen with Rosbach), the drama now focuses on the whole crew trying to get along (since Titheradge gives people those second chances).

Additionally, Olender noted that the captain’s relationship with the crew can also affect the drama on board.

“Captains absolutely do get involved, whether they know it or not,” Olender said, adding that for the crew, everything is about “trying to impress your captain.”

This phenomenon plays out early in the new season when the lead deckhand, Ben Willoughby, called out a fellow crew member over the radios about not wearing a life vest — something he easily could have done in private. The drama that followed became an interpersonal conflict between the two of them, both with the ultimate goal of impressing Titheradge. (Of course, the two deckhands had kissed on the previous crew night out, which is more in line with the “Below Deck” drama viewers are used to.)

For “Below Deck” showrunners, the changeovers in the cast allowed them to rethink what the show would look like.

From the season premiere, it was immediately apparent that Rosbach’s absence wasn’t the only change this season: The filming is sleeker, the daily, multicourse meals prepared by the chef are given their own glamour shots and the cameras sometimes cut to the perspectives of yachties running around on deck and through the galley.

“Our showrunner, Lauren Simms, is an avid consumer of all different kinds of media,” Noah Samton, a senior vice president of unscripted current production for NBCUniversal, said in an interview. “She pitches us different ideas on how to stylistically evoke different feelings and change the mood a little bit of ‘Below Deck’ without removing what really works.”

Moving through the rest of the season, and potentially through seasons to come, Olender is aiming to bring a cutthroat management style while also bringing affection for his stews, all with his signature British humor.

On Bravo’s side, there are changes in the works for the other “Below Deck” spinoffs — including “Sailing Yacht,” “Mediterranean” and “Down Under” — which collectively, have 26 seasons. Specifically, Samton said that “Down Under” is currently filming and that even though fans should be ready to see new things, the show will stay true to its original concept.

“These are real yachties doing a real job so you have to stay within those confines because the audience isn’t going to want anything that is too produced or fake,” Samton said. “So we have to find ways to reinvent while staying true to the original concept of the show.”

And as Olender said: “I’m sure that every year if I were to work with this franchise again, that I’ll be thrown a collection of total chaotic and disastrous stews — that’s what makes it watchable.”

Shivani Gonzalez is a news assistant at The Times who writes a weekly TV column and contributes to a variety of sections. More about Shivani Gonzalez

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