Crew Profiles

DUJE BAUČIĆ - CAPTAIN
Duje Baučić, captain of the classic yacht Gallant, was born in 1981. in Split, where he finished high school as a marine machinist. After high school he was working on cargo ships for a few years, when he was given the opportunity to join Ivan Antišić on his former boat Tajna Mora as a deckhand/machinist. He has proven himself as a good employee, hardworking with a great interest in boats and nautical tourism.
Within the next 10 years he patiently gathered experience starting from the lowest rank and clearing the deck, slowly progressed and then finally earned the title captain in coastal navigation. This hardworking attitude and patience characterize him as a person, and guests love him because he is mild in nature but also very communicative.
In his free time, he continues to spend his time in nature. Replacing the sea with mountains, he enjoys hiking and free climbing. Nature has always been his driving force and that is why he enjoys nautical tourism so much because it allows him to show guests all the beauties of our breathtaking coast.

IVAN ANTIŠIĆ - OWNER/CHIEF OFFICER
Growing up in a family that is one of the founders of nautical tourism in Croatia, Ivan Antišić could not go in any other direction in his life than in the direction of the sea and sailing. For more than 30 years now the sea and the boats have been the center of his universe. He was working as the skipper on large sailing yachts, technical director of a yacht company, fishermen and the owner of the fishing boat so he got to know the sea and nautical tourism from all perspectives.
This gave him the experience needed to step into This gave him the experience to step into marine tourism independently. With fresh ideas and gained experience, he built two new ships and reconstructed one from the ground up, always bringing innovations to Croatian nautical tourism, proving himself to be an excellent host. He did the same thing with his new project – classic motor yacht Gallant.
He wanted to bring life back into a wooden ship and give him new meaning and purpose. Starting only from the hull he built an almost new ship with one and only goal to provide guests with a new level of luxury. And with more than 30 years of experience in hospitality industry he was just the right person to do that.
In the meantime, he decided to gradually leave everything in the hands of young forces, trying to slowly train them and pass on to them the experience he had accumulated over the years. Therefore, now on Gallant he is Duje’s right hand. Ivan’s hobbies are cooking and oenology so he enjoys he can show his guests Croatia from this perspective.

TOMAS FRANIĆ - DECKHAND
Tomas Franić was born is on 14 March 2002 in St. Veit an der Glan, Austria. He is a motivated and reliable sailor with two years of hands-on experience on mini-cruisers. He possesses a strong work ethic, a high level of responsibility, and full readiness for physically demanding tasks in any weather conditions. Team-oriented and a quick learner, he is eager to further develop his skills in the nautical industry. From April to October 2024 and again in 2025, Tomas worked as deckhand and sailor, where he assisted in kitchen duties while performing deck
cleaning and maintenance, handling anchoring (anchor-stern), mooring, and daily deck tasks, as well as supporting serving, cabin cleaning, and navigation assistance.
He completed his education as a Woodworking Technician and Designer in Split. Tomas speaks Croatian as his native language, English excellently, and German fluently. His key skills include food preparation and desserts, galley assistance, deck maintenance, anchoring and mooring, navigation support, general onboard duties (serving and cabin service), along with reliability, precision, and strong teamwork.

DAMIR HRNIĆ - CHEF
Damir is an experienced and dedicated chef with over 35 years in the culinary and hospitality industry, specializing in yacht and gulet kitchens. Born on 19th September 1967 in Croatia, he lives in Split and brings a calm, professional approach combined with strong organizational skills and a passion for preparing high-quality meals at sea. After completing his culinary training (4th degree Chef) at the Center for Vocational Education Hvar in 1986, Damir began his career at Sunny Hvar as a chef for 5 years and then worked for several private employers in Split before joining the yachting sector.
His yacht experience includes serving as chef aboard 5 vessels. In addition, Damir spent 10 years working as a chef for various employers in Germany, further sharpening his skills in international cuisine and high-volume service. He speaks fluent German and English, in addition to his native Croatian. Damir is known for his reliability, creativity in the galley, and ability to deliver consistent, high-quality meals in a dynamic onboard environment.

JASMINKA PINJUŠIĆ - CRUISE MANAGER/STEWARDESS
Jasminka Pinjušić is a dedicated and professional stewardess and cruise manager with extensive experience in luxury yacht and gulet hospitality. Born on 10 April 1970 and holding Croatian nationality, she excels in delivering personalized service, maintaining five-star standards, and working efficiently in fast-paced, multicultural environments. Between 2018 and 2025, she served as stewardess/waitress on several vessels, providing high-level hospitality, impeccable cleanliness, elegant food and beverage service, cocktail preparation, fine dining, guest activity coordination, and seamless crew collaboration with discretion and attention to detail.
She completed Nautical High School as a Ship Agent, holds a Seaman’s Book, STCW D2 and D4 certificates, and a Boat Skipper Category B license. Jasminka speaks fluent English. Her strengths include excellent interpersonal skills, building positive relationships, confident communication with international guests, strong listening and problem-solving abilities, professionalism in multicultural settings, and clear communication under pressure.

JUDITA ANTIŠIĆ - HOSTESS
Judita Antišić, born on April 14, 1995, in the vibrant coastal city of Split, has always had a passion for languages and physical activity. This passion guided her educational path through the II. Language Gymnasium, and later, a degree from the Faculty of Kinesiology. Her academic journey not only honed her physical prowess but also developed her command of English, and her ability to hold conversations in Portuguese and Italian. These language skills, a testament to her love for diverse cultures and communication, have been instrumental in her professional journey. She began her career at the reception of a local gym, where she was the first point of contact for clients, managing appointments and ensuring a welcoming environment. Her expertise in fitness then led her to become a trainer, where she excelled in group and private training sessions. Judita has also worked as a hostess and cook on board various vessels, a job that allowed her to merge her hospitality skills with her passion for travel and cuisine. This role was a perfect fit for her outgoing and friendly personality, as it involved interacting with people from all walks of life and managing the dynamics of life at sea. Beyond physical activities, she enjoys pastry making and drawing, allowing her creative side to flourish. She is an avid reader and appreciates the quiet moments of getting lost in a good book. Long walks with her dog and traveling to new destinations are integral to her lifestyle.