The Truth About Stagnant Crew Wages
Here in the Med—and across the industry—it’s a question we hear all the time: why have entry-level yacht crew salaries barely budged in the last 20 years? Back in 2005,…
August 19, 2025
Turning Yachting Experience into Your Next Career
It’s the question every crew member eventually faces: What comes next when the yachting lifestyle starts to lose its shine? Whether you’re craving more stability, seeking new challenges, or just…
July 15, 2025
Yacht Shaming Pages: A Double-Edged Sword in the Crew Community
With the Sanremo and Palma International Boat Shows officially ushering in summer, the Mediterranean and New England cruising grounds already show signs of a dynamic and eventful few months. As…
June 13, 2025
How Oversharing Online Can Jeopardize Your Job
Social media has become a natural extension of life onboard. Yacht crew love to share snippets of their travels, stunning views, and memorable moments…and who can blame them? But in…
June 13, 2025
How Face to Face Meetings Lead to Better Crew Placements
In a world dominated by digital communication and remote interviews, there’s still no substitute for meeting in person—especially when it comes to hiring yacht crew. At Northrop & Johnson, we’re…
May 14, 2025
Mastering the Art of New Build Interior Outfitting: A Northrop & Johnson Masterclass
Tailored for Chief Stewardesses and those aspiring to the role, the Masterclass offered both inspiration and practical insight.
April 23, 2025
CV Scams at Sea: Why Vetting Crew Matters More Than Ever
In recent months, we’ve observed a concerning trend within the yachting industry: a marked increase in forged CVs. While some discrepancies are easy to catch, others are becoming increasingly sophisticated,…
April 16, 2025
Is a Career in the Yachting Industry a Good Fit for Me?
We, Northrop & Johnson, together with Hill Robinson Recruitment, Quay Crew, YPI CREW, Bluewater, Northrop & Johnson, Crew & Concierge, Crew Network, Wilson Halligan, Lighthouse Careers and Viking Recruitment, all…
November 15, 2023
Yacht Crew Salaries: The Current State
The topic of salaries in the yachting industry has gained attention this year, with a growing sense of awareness and discussion. Louisa had the opportunity to speak with several dedicated…
October 12, 2023
Selecting the Ideal Recruitment Agent for Your Yachting Career
The yachting industry has witnessed a proliferation of crew agencies in recent years, a stark contrast to the limited options available two decades ago. With hundreds of agencies now operating…
October 12, 2023
