Leadership Without Ego: Moving from Doer to HOD
Stepping into a Head of Department role is one of the biggest shifts in a yacht crew career. The technical skills, work ethic and reliability that helped you stand out…
August 26, 2026
What Recruiters Mean When They Say “Not the Right Fit”
Few phrases frustrate yacht crew more than being told they were “not the right fit.” It can sound vague, especially after a good interview or when your experience appears to…
August 26, 2026
Sunreef at Cannes & Monaco: The Ultima 88 and Sunreef 100 Eco
This September, Sunreef Yachts will bring two of its most anticipated models to the water at the Cannes Yachting Festival and the Monaco Yacht Show: the Ultima 88 and the…
August 23, 2026
The promotion pack: how to prove you’re ready for the next role
In yachting, wanting the next step is normal. Proving you are ready for it is what matters. A lot of crew talk about promotion in terms of time served, but…
July 8, 2026
Homesickness: why it hits mid-season, not at the start
Most crew expect the start of the season to be the hardest part. In reality, homesickness often hits later. At the beginning, everything is new. You are focused, busy and…
July 8, 2026
The unspoken rules of guest interaction
Guest interaction is one of the areas where good crew often stand out very quickly. In yachting, it is not only about being polite or saying the right thing. It…
July 8, 2026
Shared cabins: Tips & Tricks to survive without drama
Sharing a cabin is one of the quickest lessons in yacht life. Even if you get on well with your cabin mate, living in a small space with someone you…
July 8, 2026
What captains notice about you before you think they do
In yachting, captains often form an impression of you much earlier than crew realise. It is not only about your CV, your tickets or what you say in an interview.…
June 16, 2026
How to survive your first 30 days onboard
Your first 30 days onboard can shape the rest of your experience. In yachting, first impressions matter quickly. Even if no one says it directly, people are noticing how you…
June 16, 2026
Confidentiality in 2026: NDAs, social media, guest privacy and hidden risks
In yachting, confidentiality has always mattered. In 2026, it matters more than ever. For crew, discretion is no longer only about not discussing owners or guests. It now includes how…
June 16, 2026
