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What the Deck! Career tips to land that next-level job

What the Deck! Career tips to land that next-level job

Chief Officer Wesley Walton shares his tips on landing that next-level job in the latest edition of What the Deck! ...

What the Deck! Arctic adventure tips

What the Deck! Arctic adventure tips

Check out Chief Officer Wesley Walton’s tips for an Arctic Adventure in the latest What the Deck!

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What the Deck! The trouble with toys

What the Deck! The trouble with toys

The joy toys bring to guests is completely opposite to how crew feel about them. Here are some tips on how to manage toys well so you can continue keeping guests happy while not stressing out.

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What the Deck! How to drive your mates mad

What the Deck! How to drive your mates mad

While working in an industry of extremely high standards and pressure, we all become hyper focused and develop certain pet peeves that get on each other’s nerves. My deck crew and I came up with this list of a...

What the Deck! Quick tips for deckhands

What the Deck! Quick tips for deckhands

Don’t leave anything wet laying on the teak deck or furniture, as it will leave bad watermarks. ➣ Coil all hoses and lines in a clockwise direction. ➣ Make sure the hose is completely drained before you pack it away. ➣ ...

What the Deck! Quick tips for deckhands

What the Deck! Quick tips for deckhands

When removing moldy caulking from shower or basin areas, use a mixture of bleach and alcohol. This way the mold will be removed and the moisture will be dried out before resealing.Never leave a pole or any equipment standing...

What the Deck! Quick tips for deckhands

What the Deck! Quick tips for deckhands

Try to use battery-powered tools whenever possible. Yachts are wet environments exposed to rain and sea spray, and power cables falling into water or being wet are very dangerous. When you have made a dent in the teak after...


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Capt. Kelly Gordon Discusses Mental Health

Capt. Kelly Gordon Discusses Mental Health

Capt. Kelly Gordon recently spoke at the U.S. Embassy in London in February about crew mental health, both what she has witnessed and her personal experiences.

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The Cost of Crew Replacements

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