I’ve been in yachting since 2010, most recently on ARBEMA and SAVANNAH. Before life at sea, I owned a cocktail bar in Val d’Isère and a beach bar in Hossegor, blending a love of hospitality, mountains, and surf. I’m also the proud co-owner of Bones Espresso, a specialty coffee shop in southwest London.

Sport’s a big part of my life! I played rugby for England Schoolboys and Leicester Tigers, and I was Dual Slalom Monoski World Champion in 2014 and 2015 (still chasing a comeback!). I’m into freeride skiing, longboard surfing, and any kind of big mountain or offshore adventure.
Best moments so far? Sailing the Pacific side of Costa Rica and swimming with whales off Italy. My favourite place on earth is either Deia in Mallorca… or at home with my girls - my fiancée Megs and our dog Luna.

Originally hailing from the UK, Holly brings to Altair 5 years of shore side hospitality experience. Before joining the yachting industry, she was employed as Head of Service at a prestigious estate, where she managed and delivered services for weddings, conferences and banquets. Since transitioning to the sea, Holly has worked onboard a variety of yachts up to 52m throughout the Mediterranean. She prides herself in knowing she is positively contributing so that Altair’s guest expectations are always exceeded. You can guarantee she is always working hard to ensure guests are feeling welcome, relaxed and have a trip of a life time. When not working on board, Holly enjoys escaping to the sun as well as walks, retail therapy, socialising with friends and traveling.

Andy joined the yachting industry in 2019 and has since built experience aboard yachts from 28m to 86m, bringing warmth, humour, and a calm confidence to her role as Chief Stewardess aboard M/Y Altair. Nomadic at heart (and still very much in practice), her path to yachting has been anything but ordinary — from leaving behind life as an office manager to work as a cruise ship photographer, to teaching English in China, solo travels through Latin America, and even helping build a successful construction company from the ground up with no prior experience — proof that she is rarely deterred by a challenge. Andy believes places are made memorable by the people met along the way, though Slovenia recently won her heart with its hospitality, natural wines, and wonderfully kind locals. When not onboard, she can usually be found diving beneath the ocean, climbing mountains, or chasing her next adventure.

Roxanne is a passionate foodie from the UK where she completed two years of culinary training giving her a great exposure to all types of cuisine. She has 4.5 years of yachting under her belt and has spent a number of ski seasons in the French Alps as a private chef. She particularly enjoys dishes with Mediterranean influence and sweet treats for dessert. She has worked on yachts up to 65m in Europe, the USA plus the Caribbean and outside of work enjoys horse riding and skiing.

Ellie grew up on a small hobby farm on the southern coast of Australia in the fishing village of Port Campbell. From a young age, she had a strong interest in animals, which she further pursued by studying Zoology at university. After completing her studies, Ellie travelled throughout Europe before eventually landing a role as a deckhand on a yacht in 2014. From there, she was hooked. Over the past 12 years she progressed through the ranks to achieve her Master 3000 captain’s licence. Ellie has cruised throughout the Caribbean, Canadian Arctic, and Mediterranean, with her favourite destinations including Croatia, Greece, and the Balearic Islands. A keen surfer, scuba diver and outdoor enthusiast, Ellie enjoys making the most of her time off exploring nature and the ocean. On rainy days, you’ll find her cooking up a storm in the kitchen, where she is currently perfecting her sushi-rolling technique.

Growing up near the coast in the southwest of England, Oscar has been passionate about the ocean since a young age. With 3 years of industry experience, Oscar is focused on ensuring the yacht is looking in tip-top condition at all times, as well as ensuring all guests have the best fun on the water toys whilst staying safe. He has worked on other yachts such as Lady Britt, Lightning, and Oceana across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and Australia. Oscar enjoys freediving, fishing, and racing mountain bikes in his spare time and looks forward to welcoming you onboard

I was state educated in Scotland; after leaving school I joined the British Royal Navy as a Marine Engineering mechanic. I spent 14 years in service attaining the rank of Chief Petty Officer Artificer in the Submarine Service. I then moved into Yachts in 2001, and in that time, I have worked on 8 yachts. My longest period on one yacht has been 6 years. During the past 24 years, yachting has taken me all over the world and I’m truly thankful for these experiences. I’m a married man and have two children. My interests outside yachting are eating good food and driving fast cars I can’t afford.

Ewan is from the Wirral, a small peninsula just across the River Mersey from Liverpool, the UK city famously known as the home of the Beatles. He began his career after university by taking a completely new path into the marine industry, working for a boat rental and water sports company in Cyprus. During this time, he qualified as a Jet ski Instructor, which ultimately inspired him to pursue a career in yachting. Eight years on, Ewan is now Chief Officer and continues to work toward his long-term goal of becoming a Captain. He has charter yacht experience on board Cyan, Bijin, and Amadeus, where he has focused on delivering the best possible guest experience. Alongside his operational role, he can also offer photography, drone videography, and security support when required. He also enjoys travel and has visited 35 countries including India, Indonesia, and Borneo, reflecting his curiosity and appreciation for different cultures. Ewan is a positive, talkative, and approachable team member who enjoys meeting new people and accommodating guests’ needs with a smile.

Growing up in the coastal suburbs of Perth and being the son of a Harbour Master meant the ocean has always played a huge role in Craig’s life. After working on various fishing boats and ferries through his teens and into young adulthood, he decided to try his hand at professional yachting after being told about the industry by a friend. At the age of 23 he relocated to Antibes and has not looked back since. Craig has taken command on a number of high profile private and charter yachts ranging in size from 45m to 74m. He has cruised extensively throughout the world logging countless sea miles and has loved every minute of it. Craig’s professional approach to yachting is teamed with an approachable demeanour, a keen sense of humour and a lust for life. In his own time, he loves nothing more than spending time with his fiancé, and 3 children (2 daughters and 1 son) and keeping fit by walking, cycling, swimming and trying to play golf. Having a sincere desire to create interesting and inventive itineraries for his guests and a strong emphasis on safety, Craig will ensure your cruise on board ALTAIR will run smoothly, worry free and leave you with memories that will stay with you for a life time.

Marianka is a South African 3rd Stewardess with a Diploma in Business Management and a background in accounting. She traded spreadsheets for superyachts and hasn't looked back since! Before joining Altair, she worked aboard a busy 60m+ private yacht and developed a passion for guest service.
She speaks Afrikaans, English, and a bit of Dutch. When she's not onboard, you'll usually find her scuba diving, in the gym, or chasing the next sunny beach. Her favourite place in the world is Sodwana Bay, South Africa, and her biggest adventure so far was doing a shark dive there - an unforgettable experience that strengthened her love for the ocean. She loves being part of the Altair team, were exceptional service and good humour go hand in hand.