Stew Cues: The Continental divide at the dining table is drawn on a ‘zigzag’
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan When I have had the pleasure of having a meal with the crew while training on board a yacht, I often find non-U.S. crew staring at …
Career
Culinary Waves: Yachting bears hard workers prepared for success
Culinary Waves: by Chef Mark Godbeer Yachting – my life for 15 years, a life I would not change for anything. I wouldn’t call myself “old school.” I …
Taking the Helm: Reputation can make or break a leader’s influence
Taking the Helm: by Paul Ferdais Influence, not position or title, is the foundation for leadership, and leaders build their influence through behavior. As you …
Crew Compass: Exploring the world is a yachting perk; make it uniquely yours
Crew Compass: by Lauren Loudon Part of our job as crew is traveling the world. This means visiting the places our guests and owners deem the most beautiful, …
Sea Sick: Disabling tick diseases can be hard to diagnose
Sea Sick: by Keith Murray Something about things that feed off my blood tends to raise the hair on the back of my neck. One of those things is a tick. Ticks …
Secure at Sea: Before bringing guns aboard, weigh these factors
Secure @ Sea: by Corey Ranslem “Small vessel rapidly approaching from the port quarter!” is something no captain or bridge watch stander wants to hear …
All Systems Go: ETOs are master troubleshooters onboard
All Systems Go: by Jason Robertson Being an ETO on a super yacht is one of the most exciting jobs in the world. Not only do we get to learn about cutting-edge …
Crew’s Mess: Easy ponzu sauce
Crew’s Mess: by Capt. John Wampler One of the best things about working in the yacht industry is enjoying the fruits of the sea. Wahoo, mahi-mahi and tuna …
Top Shelf: Ease ‘surprise dessert’ panic
Top Shelf: by Chef Timothy MacDonald As a sole chef in the 50-60m category, it’s hard scrabble. It’s harder scrabble floating around Cuba with the …
Rules of the Road: Obtaining DoS not always clear-cut for yachts
Rules of the Road: by Capt. Jake DesVergers Most tasks involving two or more parties are less difficult if each party understands what the others are going to …
