Crew Profiles

Guillaume Drouet- Captain

Sail and Work Experience
Originally from the south of France, Guillaume has always been drawn to the sea. For 15 years, he has sailed with passion, guided by his love for the boats and the yachting world. With a rich and varied experience, Guillaume has developed exceptional skills in navigation and crew management. His expertise and deep knowledge of the Mediterranean coasts and beyond make him a trusted captain, ready to ensure safe and memorable journeys. His dedication and enthusiasm for the sea are contagious, making every voyage a unique adventure.


Job Description
Guillaume is responsible for all the machinery onboard, including all control, maintenance and repair systems. He manages all working engines, the generator and any electronics systems, as well as the plumbing and hydraulic system. He also regularly assists the Captain and the First Mate in their duties, which includes navigation watch, radar control and transatlantic communication.

Licences & Certifications
• Captain 500 Master 200GT
• Captain 200 Master 200
• GT Sailing Yacht
• General Operator Communication
• 250 kW Mechanic Certificate
• Medical Level 3
• First Aid

Languages : French, English

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Paul - First Mate/Engineer

Sail and Work Experience
After several years of teaching and racing dinghies and windsurfers, Paul transitioned to a professional career as a sailor on large sailing yachts. With the goal of gaining versatile experience, he had the opportunity to sail on a wide range of yachts across various oceans. Over a decade of navigating from the Arctic to the Caribbean, he honed his knowledge and skills on classic yachts, tall ships, and racing boats. Driven by his passion for sailing, Paul strives to make every day at sea a new and enriching experience.


Job Description
Paul is responsible for the navigation, safety, the overall running and financial management of the vessel, crew and guests. He ensures the safe and efficient operation of the yacht at all times, including compliance with all safety procedures and regulations. He takes care of adhering to flag regulations, port, state, and local laws and regulations, and manages the crew to ensure adherence to, and a full understanding of, the vessel’s policies.


Licences & Certifications
• Captain 200 Master
• GT Sailing Yacht
• Sailing instructor
• General Operator Communication
• 250 kW Mechanic Certificate
• Medical Level 2

Languages : English, French

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Erwan Monsimet - Chef

Sail & Work Experience
Born in Brittany, Erwan is a passionate and eclectic chef, mixing the traditional French cuisine with international flavours, always keeping in mind the location of the boat, sourcing the most local and fresh produce to create his menu. Although he started in hotel and restaurants, he branched out to cruise ships and was exposed to dishes and ideas from around the world. He incorporates these ideas into his menus, aiming for a fusion between showcasing the very best of local ingredients yethis ability to balance them with intercontinental tastes. He is an ambitious chef and has a passion for lifelong learning and developing his talent. Over his time on board, he has developed and enhanced his skills on deck, always smiling and helping out in any areas required. As an integral part of the Fancy team, Erwan aims to delight the guests with his creativity and flair, always available and very aware of the individual needs. Whether these are allergy or diet related, Erwan is keen to work around your preferences.

Job Description
As the Chef, Erwan is responsible for the crew and guest meals throughout the charter, ensuring that the food is enjoyable, the interior of the yacht is clean and serviceable and that all dietary requirements are met. He is a creative cook, varying his meals to provide variety and according to the location of FANCY in order to have as much relevance as possible to the country being visited.

Licences & Certifications
• CAP cuisine
• Graduate from Paris school for temperature-controlled
vacuum cooking.
• Hygiene training HACCP

Languages : French, English


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Axel - Chief Stewardess

Sail & Work Experience
Axel was born in the French West Indies/Carribean but grew up in the south of France. She comes from a family with hospitality background; therefore from a young age, she started working naturally in the same field. She learnt easily all the basics of service, bartending and customer service from a young age. She got the passion of travel from her parents who also travelled a lot during their lives. After going to University where she studied English, Spanish and some Chinese (mandarin), she went to Australia for a year where she could gathered her love for the languages and hospitality at the same time. Axel has a bubbly personality and works with her heart. Thanks to her background in hospitality and few years experience on yachts, she developed a deep understanding of service matching guests preferences. During her free time, she enjoys listening to music, reading and also any kind of outdoor activity!

Job Description
Axel is responsible for organization, management and cleanliness of all interiors. She maintains an accurate inventory of all service items and supplies. She ensures cleaning and preparation of the vessel to the highest standards prior to any and all guest trips. In charge of vessel provisioning for both guests and crew, and all aspects of daily life. When guests are onboard, Axel ensures they are properly cared for and that all their requirements are met.

Languages : English, French

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Deck Stewardess - Marie-Charlotte


Sail and Work Experience
Passionate about sailing and the sea, Marie-Charlotte has always been drawn to the world of yachting and marine landscapes. Working on a luxury yacht allows her to combine these two passions: providing excellent service while being immersed in this exceptional environment. Her goal is to ensure that every guest feels comfortable and enjoys their experience on board to the fullest.

Job Description
Marie-Charlotte splits her time between interior maintenance and assisting on deck. Indoors, she takes care of cleaning, tidying, and service to ensure the comfort of both guests and crew. On deck, she assists with maneuvers, helps with exterior maintenance, and ensures safe operations. She also contributes to provisioning and the daily organization of life on board. When guests are on board, Marie-Charlotte ensures they receive attentive service, whether in the cabins, salon, or on deck.

Licenses and Certifications
• Nautical maintenance certificate
• Deck-hand certificate
• Safety training
• Médical training level 1

Languages:
English, French