ALUNYA
163' 9" Ft
€325,000 - €350,000 / per Week
Summer Base Port:
George Town
Summer Operating Area:
French Riviera & Monaco,Provence Coast & Marseille,Corsica,Italy - North (mainland),Italy - South (mainland),Italy - Sardinia,Italy - Sicily,Croatia,Montenegro,Slovenia,Venice,Albania,Greece - Ionian Sea,Greece - Aegean/Cyclades Sea
Winter Base Port:
West Med
Winter Operating Area:
N/A
Price: €325,000 - €350,000 / Per Week
Length: 163' 9" Ft
Guests: 10
Speed: 15 Knots
Cabins: 5
Build year: 2023
Refit year: N/A
Crew: 11
King Cabin: 1
Queen Cabin: 4
Double Cabin: 5
Twin Cabin: 0
Single Cabin: 0
Pullman Cabin: 0
James has more than 20 years of experience as a seaman in the yachting industry. Holding his Master 3000GT ticket and having completed numerous Atlantic crossings, and extensive cruising in the Indian Ocean, Southeast Asia, Southern Hemisphere, and Mediterranean you are in safe hands with him at the helm!
Prior to yachting, at the young age of 17, James completed training as a Royal Marine Commando in the UK, and served his country for 4.5 years before joining his first yacht over in the States. This elite foundation brings unique insight, safety, and the highest of standards to Alunya and the team he leads. This Alunya team have joined James on board with the chief officer, chief engineer, chief stewardess, purser and head chef all working with James in the past on previous vessels.
James, alongside his crew, will ensure that you have the best possible, bespoke charter experience on board. He consistently strives to prioritise and surpass the expectations of his guests.
When he is not at the helm, James is a keen cyclist and also loves wild camping and long distance hikes. He also enjoys practicing yoga and meditation.
Previous yachts: M/Y AURORA B, M/Y SAMAX, M/Y BATON ROUGE, M/Y ARCTICP, M/Y PREFERENCE, M/Y MANIFIQ, M/Y MARAYA, M/Y ALUNYA
Prior to yachting, at the young age of 17, James completed training as a Royal Marine Commando in the UK, and served his country for 4.5 years before joining his first yacht over in the States. This elite foundation brings unique insight, safety, and the highest of standards to Alunya and the team he leads. This Alunya team have joined James on board with the chief officer, chief engineer, chief stewardess, purser and head chef all working with James in the past on previous vessels.
James, alongside his crew, will ensure that you have the best possible, bespoke charter experience on board. He consistently strives to prioritise and surpass the expectations of his guests.
When he is not at the helm, James is a keen cyclist and also loves wild camping and long distance hikes. He also enjoys practicing yoga and meditation.
Previous yachts: M/Y AURORA B, M/Y SAMAX, M/Y BATON ROUGE, M/Y ARCTICP, M/Y PREFERENCE, M/Y MANIFIQ, M/Y MARAYA, M/Y ALUNYA
James Carlyle
Captain
Ruan hails from Cape Town, South Africa and is your Chief Officer. Having worked alongside Captain James for many years on board their previous vessel, during that time they struck up not only a professional partnership, but a friendship too.
Ruan is extremely capable, safety conscious and a superb crew member to take care of guests onboard Alunya, drawing on his experience as a commercial diver & medic on commercial diving vessels and oil rigs prior to joining the yachting industry. He also holds his PADI divemaster and jet ski instructor qualifications. Since stepping over to the world of super yachts Ruan has earned his Chief Mate 3000GT ticket and has over 8 years experience looking after clients and crew.
On land, you’ll find his interests lean towards snowboarding, personal training, reading and hiking as well as being a keen cook.
Previous yachts: Meridian Adventures LTD, M/Y HORIZON, M/Y MARAYA, M/Y ALUNYA.
Ruan is extremely capable, safety conscious and a superb crew member to take care of guests onboard Alunya, drawing on his experience as a commercial diver & medic on commercial diving vessels and oil rigs prior to joining the yachting industry. He also holds his PADI divemaster and jet ski instructor qualifications. Since stepping over to the world of super yachts Ruan has earned his Chief Mate 3000GT ticket and has over 8 years experience looking after clients and crew.
On land, you’ll find his interests lean towards snowboarding, personal training, reading and hiking as well as being a keen cook.
Previous yachts: Meridian Adventures LTD, M/Y HORIZON, M/Y MARAYA, M/Y ALUNYA.
Ruan Le Roux
First Officer
Hailing from Chile, now residing in Valencia we are proud to introduce Chef Marcelo.
Although growing up in Barcelona, Marcelo studied in his birthplace of Chile to practice Gastronomy at INACAP in Santiago. Travel was integral to Marcelo’s professional career before joining the yachting industry where he worked as a private chef in Ibiza, London and LA. Notably in 2018 Marcelo was in Qatar working as head chef to the Royal Family in Doha.
The following year, looking to broaden his skill set, make new connections and continue to travel, Marcelo moved over to super yachts. His specialties include Mediterranean, Italian and European cooking and he is well versed to cater for various dietary needs and requirements. His passion is cooking over an open fire - sadly not possible on board a boat, but Marcelo explains there is something special about cooking on embers, the smoke and connection between making food and fire together in unison.
Outside the galley Marcelo enjoys history, art and music. Check out his food Instagram page @chefmarcelohqz
We can’t wait for you to feast on his gastronomic delights.
Previous yachts: M/Y ASAHI, M/Y SUMMERWIND, M/Y MANIFIQ, M/Y AFRICAN QUEEN, M/Y CURIOSITY,
Although growing up in Barcelona, Marcelo studied in his birthplace of Chile to practice Gastronomy at INACAP in Santiago. Travel was integral to Marcelo’s professional career before joining the yachting industry where he worked as a private chef in Ibiza, London and LA. Notably in 2018 Marcelo was in Qatar working as head chef to the Royal Family in Doha.
The following year, looking to broaden his skill set, make new connections and continue to travel, Marcelo moved over to super yachts. His specialties include Mediterranean, Italian and European cooking and he is well versed to cater for various dietary needs and requirements. His passion is cooking over an open fire - sadly not possible on board a boat, but Marcelo explains there is something special about cooking on embers, the smoke and connection between making food and fire together in unison.
Outside the galley Marcelo enjoys history, art and music. Check out his food Instagram page @chefmarcelohqz
We can’t wait for you to feast on his gastronomic delights.
Previous yachts: M/Y ASAHI, M/Y SUMMERWIND, M/Y MANIFIQ, M/Y AFRICAN QUEEN, M/Y CURIOSITY,
MARCELO HENRIQUEZ
Head Chef
Steph was born in Didcot, UK but grew up on the Isle of Wight. After studying at Winchester University Steph travelled the world and knew she had the bug to keep moving, learning and meeting new people.
She is here to elevate your experience onboard Alunya. Anything from excursions, restaurant bookings or transportation – speak to Steph and she will work to ensure all logistics are running smoothly.
Prior to becoming a purser, Steph joined the yachting industry 13 years ago and worked onboard yachts first as a stewardess, and then as chef, so she knows her way around a couple of departments!
In recent years Steph has been running her own in business in Manchester brewing and distributing authentic award-winning Kombucha around the North West of the UK. A qualified yoga instructor, when she is not on board Alunya or on her mat she’ll be wild camping, hiking, cold water dipping or snowboarding – anything outdoors and Steph is there… unless it involves her 2 cats which case you’ll find her curled up on the sofa with them and a good book.
Previous yachts: M/Y GEMINI, M/Y HOKULANI, M/Y PREFERENCE, M/Y MANIFIQ, M/Y ALUNYA
She is here to elevate your experience onboard Alunya. Anything from excursions, restaurant bookings or transportation – speak to Steph and she will work to ensure all logistics are running smoothly.
Prior to becoming a purser, Steph joined the yachting industry 13 years ago and worked onboard yachts first as a stewardess, and then as chef, so she knows her way around a couple of departments!
In recent years Steph has been running her own in business in Manchester brewing and distributing authentic award-winning Kombucha around the North West of the UK. A qualified yoga instructor, when she is not on board Alunya or on her mat she’ll be wild camping, hiking, cold water dipping or snowboarding – anything outdoors and Steph is there… unless it involves her 2 cats which case you’ll find her curled up on the sofa with them and a good book.
Previous yachts: M/Y GEMINI, M/Y HOKULANI, M/Y PREFERENCE, M/Y MANIFIQ, M/Y ALUNYA
Steph Carlyle
Purser
Our one-in-a million Chief Engineer, Charlie is responsible for ensuring that everything behind the scenes on board runs smoothly and safely.
Born in Huntington, UK Charlie put his hand to many different job roles over the years from a water sports instructor, a brick layer to a kitchen hand at Glastonbury festival, but it was his passion for motorcycles that drew him down the pathway to engineering, and subsequently he holds his Y1 ticket.
Moving over to yachting in 2012, Charlie has resided in Mallorca for many years, so he might even be able to guide you with a little bit of Spanish!
Charlie is always one to help others, so you may find him in the water using his windsurfing and sailing instructor knowledge, assisting the deck team with wash downs or helping the stewardesses’ with dishes. As well as Motorcycles he is a keen cyclist and loves travelling to unfamiliar places using his time off to explore the world.
Previous yachts: M/Y 2 LADIES, M/Y GAZZELLA, M/Y VAAO, M/Y GOLDEN EAGLE, M/Y MANIFIQ, M/Y MYLIN IV, M/Y STARLUST M/Y AUNYA
Born in Huntington, UK Charlie put his hand to many different job roles over the years from a water sports instructor, a brick layer to a kitchen hand at Glastonbury festival, but it was his passion for motorcycles that drew him down the pathway to engineering, and subsequently he holds his Y1 ticket.
Moving over to yachting in 2012, Charlie has resided in Mallorca for many years, so he might even be able to guide you with a little bit of Spanish!
Charlie is always one to help others, so you may find him in the water using his windsurfing and sailing instructor knowledge, assisting the deck team with wash downs or helping the stewardesses’ with dishes. As well as Motorcycles he is a keen cyclist and loves travelling to unfamiliar places using his time off to explore the world.
Previous yachts: M/Y 2 LADIES, M/Y GAZZELLA, M/Y VAAO, M/Y GOLDEN EAGLE, M/Y MANIFIQ, M/Y MYLIN IV, M/Y STARLUST M/Y AUNYA
Charlie Mann
Chief engineer
Raised in a beautiful beachside town called Plettenberg bay in the Garden Route, South Africa, hailing originally from Johannesburg we have Alex, your Deck/ Engineer.
Alex joins Alunya to assist Charlie in the engine room but also to work on deck alongside the deck team.
Studying Civil Engineering in Cape Town lined Alex up for his career in yachting after he decided that working behind a desk wasn’t for him.
His hands on approach and interest to live on the ocean and be part of a strong team meant that he completed his AEC2 and in 2023 he joined his first yacht.
Alex speaks Afrikaans, and is learning Spanish in his spare time as well as enjoying water sports, running, hiking and football.
Right now, he is super grateful be living and working in some of the most beautiful places in the world.
Previous yachts: M/Y CLEOPATRA, M/Y UNIQUE S, M/Y ALUNYA
Alex joins Alunya to assist Charlie in the engine room but also to work on deck alongside the deck team.
Studying Civil Engineering in Cape Town lined Alex up for his career in yachting after he decided that working behind a desk wasn’t for him.
His hands on approach and interest to live on the ocean and be part of a strong team meant that he completed his AEC2 and in 2023 he joined his first yacht.
Alex speaks Afrikaans, and is learning Spanish in his spare time as well as enjoying water sports, running, hiking and football.
Right now, he is super grateful be living and working in some of the most beautiful places in the world.
Previous yachts: M/Y CLEOPATRA, M/Y UNIQUE S, M/Y ALUNYA
Alex Battle
Deckhand
Maria will be your chief stewardess whilst on board Alunya, bringing a wealth of experience in the service industry along with a diverse background hailing from the UK, being brought up in Columbia, now residing in Portugal.
After 4 years in the tourism sector, followed by 7 years at the prestigious boutique hotel Bowlish House in her home town of Shepton Mallet, Maria was in good stead to join the yachting industry at the beginning of 2020.
Maria was looking to step up her experience in the luxury sector, follow in the footsteps of some friends who have also joined the high seas and to fulfill her passion for travel and exceptional service. She is on board to exceed your expectations with her positive demeanor and with a smile on her face!
Not only is Maria fluent in Spanish, she also loves surfing, skating and participating in sports.
Previous yachts: M/Y XO OF THE SEAS, M/Y SEAGYPSY, M/Y SARASTAR, M/Y DOJO, M/Y ASTRA, M/Y ALUNYA
After 4 years in the tourism sector, followed by 7 years at the prestigious boutique hotel Bowlish House in her home town of Shepton Mallet, Maria was in good stead to join the yachting industry at the beginning of 2020.
Maria was looking to step up her experience in the luxury sector, follow in the footsteps of some friends who have also joined the high seas and to fulfill her passion for travel and exceptional service. She is on board to exceed your expectations with her positive demeanor and with a smile on her face!
Not only is Maria fluent in Spanish, she also loves surfing, skating and participating in sports.
Previous yachts: M/Y XO OF THE SEAS, M/Y SEAGYPSY, M/Y SARASTAR, M/Y DOJO, M/Y ASTRA, M/Y ALUNYA
Maria Chant
Chief steward/ess
Bubbly and fun Elzanne (AKA Ellie) was born and raised in Mossel Bay, Garden Route in South Africa. A strong swimmer - Ellie trained as a life guard in her home town. After gaining a degree in Psychology and Sociology, she then found her way into hospitality eventually securing a wine ambassadors position at the Vrede en Lust Winery in the Cape Winelands.
The amazing opportunity to travel the world, while also being able to support her family, is what attracted Ellie to the yachting industry, and she joined her first boat in 2022. Ellie speaks highly of her past Chief Stewardesses, who trained her well, and as a result, she has developed a real passion for delivering exceptional service.
Ellie loves being outdoors, experiencing and exploring new towns, finding interesting restaurants, particularly expanding her wine knowledge as well as spending time on the beach. Giving back to the community is very important to Ellie, and she also strives to get involved with fundrasaing events where possible.
Previous yachts: M/Y SEABLUEZ, M/Y HURRICANE RUN, M/Y YALLA. M/Y DYNAR, M/Y ALUNYA
The amazing opportunity to travel the world, while also being able to support her family, is what attracted Ellie to the yachting industry, and she joined her first boat in 2022. Ellie speaks highly of her past Chief Stewardesses, who trained her well, and as a result, she has developed a real passion for delivering exceptional service.
Ellie loves being outdoors, experiencing and exploring new towns, finding interesting restaurants, particularly expanding her wine knowledge as well as spending time on the beach. Giving back to the community is very important to Ellie, and she also strives to get involved with fundrasaing events where possible.
Previous yachts: M/Y SEABLUEZ, M/Y HURRICANE RUN, M/Y YALLA. M/Y DYNAR, M/Y ALUNYA
Elzanne Jooste
Stewardess
Hailing from Bristol Eva is your 3 stewardess on board Alunya. Growing up along the South West of England in a coastal town called Bridport, Eva spent a lot of time with her twin sister around the water. During family holidays in Croatia, she also picked up an interest in yacht and dinghy sailing, paddle boarding, canoeing and snorkeling.
Action and sport were cornerstones of Eva’s work life before joining the yachting industry, where she worked as a marketing apprentice and events manager at an indoor adventure centre and fully immersive Viking experience. However, her passion for the ocean and her keenness to explore other countries and cultures prompted her to change tack and jump into a new venture!
Another active crew member on board Alunya; running, Hyrox, going to the gym, skiing, hiking and team sports are all hobbies of Eva’s. She also loves fashion and enjoys reading fiction books.
Previous yachts: M/Y Alunya is Eva’s first vessel.
Action and sport were cornerstones of Eva’s work life before joining the yachting industry, where she worked as a marketing apprentice and events manager at an indoor adventure centre and fully immersive Viking experience. However, her passion for the ocean and her keenness to explore other countries and cultures prompted her to change tack and jump into a new venture!
Another active crew member on board Alunya; running, Hyrox, going to the gym, skiing, hiking and team sports are all hobbies of Eva’s. She also loves fashion and enjoys reading fiction books.
Previous yachts: M/Y Alunya is Eva’s first vessel.
Eva Cornwell
Stewardess
Born in Durban, South Africa, we’re thrilled to introduce Brittany as your Bosun on board. She grew up on a farm riding horses and living life in the great outdoors from a young age. By 13, her family had moved to the coast, where she took up surfing — and from 14 to 19, she competed as a surfer, eventually becoming national champion in both longboard and shortboard categories.
Brittany explains that she would have loved to pursue a professional surfing career, but it placed too much of a strain on her family. Instead, she found her way into yachting through a close friend already in the industry. With her love of salt water, it felt like the perfect fit, and she landed her first role as a deckhand in 2019, based out of Monaco.
She now holds her Yachtmaster Offshore qualification, is a certified PADI diver, and of course is a strong swimmer thanks to her surfing background. When she can’t be in the water, she turns to running and other board sports like snowboarding and wakeboarding. Any extreme sport is fair game — her ultimate goal is to one day base jump in a wingsuit!
Previous yachts: M/Y LADY ANNE MAGEE, M/Y LADY MARINA, M/Y EYE, M/Y ALUNYA
Brittany explains that she would have loved to pursue a professional surfing career, but it placed too much of a strain on her family. Instead, she found her way into yachting through a close friend already in the industry. With her love of salt water, it felt like the perfect fit, and she landed her first role as a deckhand in 2019, based out of Monaco.
She now holds her Yachtmaster Offshore qualification, is a certified PADI diver, and of course is a strong swimmer thanks to her surfing background. When she can’t be in the water, she turns to running and other board sports like snowboarding and wakeboarding. Any extreme sport is fair game — her ultimate goal is to one day base jump in a wingsuit!
Previous yachts: M/Y LADY ANNE MAGEE, M/Y LADY MARINA, M/Y EYE, M/Y ALUNYA
Brittany Gadd
Bosun
