Talia was born and raised on Florida's coastline, she has a deep passion for the ocean, travel, and loves delivering exceptional guest experiences. Strong minded and detail oriented, she brings efficiency to the interior and takes pride in adding thoughtful, meaningful touches. Her adventurous spirit and positive attitude brings a great atmosphere to your charter experience.

Christine grew up in Cape Town, South Africa, where she spent most of her time by the ocean and outdoors. Her love for travel and adventure led her into yachting, where she quickly found a passion for the lifestyle and working with people from around the world.

In her free time, she enjoys scuba diving, hiking, beach days, and yoga. Christine brings a calm, friendly energy on board and enjoys creating a comfortable and relaxed environment for guests to fully enjoy their time at sea.

Chris began his career as a scuba instructor in 2005, living and working throughout the Bahamas, Cayman Islands, and Turks & Caicos while earning his Yachtmaster certification. After attending Vancouver Film School, he spent two years teaching film production logistics in China before returning to Vancouver to work on productions including Supernaturaland Netflix’s Lost in Space.
Missing life on the water, Chris returned to yachting in 2019 as a Mate and has since progressed to MCA Chief Mate. His diverse background in diving, filmmaking, and yacht operations has given him a unique skill set and a strong appreciation for teamwork and problem-solving. He is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and continuing his growth within the industry.
In his free time, Chris enjoys drone photography, snowboarding, and hiking the mountains of Vancouver Island, where he now lives.

Born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa, James grew up along the coastline and developed a deep love for the ocean from a young age. From competing in bodyboarding competitions and surfing for fun to instructing scuba diving courses, the sea has always been central to his lifestyle. His passion for the
underwater world also led him to explore freediving. In his free time, James enjoys golf, skating, wakeboarding, and motocross. James prides himself on creating safe, enjoyable, and memorable dive experiences for guests of all levels. Whether you’re taking your first breaths underwater or are an experienced diver, James is always happy to share his knowledge and
enthusiasm for the ocean.

Growing up on his family's yacht along the Solent, UK, Christian Mehlmann developed a deep passion and respect for the sea from an early age. By 17, he naturally transitioned into a professional yachting career, driven by his love for travel and adventure. A quick learner and natural leader, Christian became a captain at just 23 years old. Since then, he has explored countless destinations across both hemispheres, creating unforgettable experiences for owners and guests from diverse backgrounds. Christian thrives on delivering exceptional and personalized yachting experiences, working alongside his dynamic and enthusiastic crew. He takes great pride in ensuring every detail of the journey comes together flawlessly, going above and beyond to make every holiday memorable. In his downtime, Christian enjoys cooking, hiking, golfing, and diving. He's also an avid DIY enthusiast when at home.

With over 15 years of experience in luxury yachting, Samra brings refined service, elegance, and a personal touch to every charter. Hailing from Miami Shores, Florida, she combines her background in hospitality and mixology with a passion for the sea to create an exceptional guest experience. From bespoke cocktails and curated tablescapes to seamless day-to-day service, Samra ensures each moment on board is elevated with style and ease. An avid scuba diver and outdoor enthusiast, her energy and professionalism set the tone
for an unforgettable journey on the water.

Joshua is from the bustling city of Johannesburg, South Africa,
And fell in love with the ocean on a vacation to Cape Town as a child.
Joshua has been in the industry for two and a half years, enjoying the unique life yachting has to offer. His time in the industry has taken him to The United States, the Caribbean, and the Mediterranean, with his favorite country being the island nation of the Bahamas. With a love of the outdoors, Joshua enjoys hiking, diving, golf and a sunny day out at the beach. He loves the thrill of going off the beaten path; solo traveling Wales, Germany, Switzerland and The Netherlands.

USA Born and raised in Southern California, Erica is a globe-trotter at heart. Having traveled to over 40 countries, she has lived in London, Hong Kong, and Barcelona, eventually making her way to the sunny south of France and now Florida. A UC Berkeley graduate, Erica's love for sunshine, beaches, reading, scuba diving, and discovering new cuisines has shaped her journey. Her passion for food and travel led her to pursue a career as a Yacht Chef, honing her skills at Ashburton Culinary School. She specializes in fresh, vibrant dishes with a focus on Mediterranean, Asian, and healthy cooking, using locally sourced ingredients. Her dream yachting destinations include the Maldives,
Alaska, and the Galapagos.

Warren was born in South Africa and has always had a deep love for the outdoors and all types of sports. Passionate about the ocean both above and below the surface, he became a certified diving instructor as well as a kiteboarding instructor. Before entering yachting, Warren served as a volunteer firefighter (Hotshot) in Cape Town, further shaping his resilience and dedication to teamwork.
A keen traveler and avid golfer, he has explored 45 U.S. states-playing a round of golf in every one of them. Warren joined the yachting industry seven years ago as a dive instructor, but his curiosity and technical mindset soon led him to transition into engineering, where he has since built a strong and versatile career.