Born and raised in San Diego, California, the ocean has always been a part of Leslee’s life. She had a strong passion for travel and a pull to adventure from a young age, leading her to live in many countries such as Japan and Australia. Leslee was studying to be a paramedic in Australia when she discovered yachting and never looked back. She has now been a stewardess for nearly 10 years and a chief for 7 years working on many vessels cruising throughout the Caribbean, North America, the Mediterranean, and the Baltic. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, rock climbing, visiting national parks, good food, good wine, and sitting in the sunshine with a good book. Leslee is passionate about her job; she loves to meet new people and is grateful for the adventure and experience it brings. She takes great care in ensuring that you have a relaxing and fantastic time while onboard Acacia.
Leslee Williams
Chief steward/ess
Bio coming soon.
Fernando Nordahl
Chief engineer
Marcus comes to us from Lami Town, Fiji. He grew up in a house on the water in the Bay of Islands with his three brothers and many friends whom he spent time sailing, surfing, diving, fishing, spearfishing, and kayaking. He attended the International School in Suva, Fiji, completing his IB Diploma, and afterwards attended the University of the South Pacific studying Management and Tourism. At 21, he moved to Australia and obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in management. Marcus joined the yachting industry in 2008 working his way up through the ranks, spending the majority of his career on 50m+ reputable charter yachts. He has cruised the world extensively including Australia, New
Zealand, Tonga, Vanuatu, Fiji Islands, the Baltic, Mediterranean, and North and South America. Having spent his entire life on the water and with his long yachting career you can rest assured you are in excellent hands with Captain Marcus. When not on the open seas Marcus enjoys surfing, swimming, biking, and, fishing.
Marcus Bay
Captain
Third stewardess, Jodie was born and raised in Durban, South Africa where her family is involved with the Maritime Industry. Belonging to a catamaran manufacturing family, she spent her time sailing which quickly developed into a passion for being on the open water. Jodie then moved to Cape Town to pursue a degree in Fashion Marketing and Merchandising and after graduating decided she wanted to gain experience outside of her home country. With Cape Town being a large yachting hub, Jodie learned from friends about the travel opportunities a career in the industry offered and completed all of her courses where she was thoroughly trained in Interior Operations. Jodie’s kind nature and drive is appreciated by all and she has a passion for Housekeeping, working at the highest of standards to ensure your stay is comfortable and immaculate.
Jodie Hulbert
Stew
Bio Coming soon.
Calvin Wiltshire
Deckhand
Bio Coming soon.
Price: $140,000 - $155,000 / Per Week
Length: 131' 4" Ft
Guests: 10
Speed: 23 Knots
Cabins: 5
Build year: 2011
Crew: 9