Chloé is a motivated and detail-oriented stew/cook with a strong foundation in both hospitality and high-end culinary service. She brings a confident, polished presence to any yacht, backed by practical experience on a 41m private motor yacht and professional training from top-tier culinary institutions.
Blending her Silwood School of Cookery background with hands-on experience at renowned restaurants like La Colombe and Foxcroft, Chloé excels in preparing refined, high-quality dishes in fast-paced galley environments. From plating intricate canapés to gueridon service and guest-facing stewardess duties, she thrives in dual roles and adapts seamlessly to the demands of luxury yachting.
Onboard, she is confident in managing interior service and maintaining high housekeeping and laundry standards.
Driven by excellence and always eager to learn, Chloé brings a proactive, upbeat energy to every team she joins — making her an invaluable asset for KALINDA as a dynamic stew/cook who can shine in both the galley and guest areas.
Chloé Taylor
Chef
With over 15,000 nautical miles logged across the Mediterranean and Atlantic, Alessandro is a seasoned skipper whose lifelong passion for the sea is matched by his calm professionalism and deep sailing expertise. Over the last five years, he has helmed a wide variety of sailing yachts — from elegant Solaris and Swan models to high-performance catamarans — for both private owners and charter companies.
Guests will immediately feel at ease with Alessandro at the helm. His experience includes luxury charters in iconic destinations such as the Aeolian Islands, Malta, Southern Sicily, and the Aegean Sea, as well as long-range deliveries and regattas including the Rolex Middle Sea Race and Swan Cup.
A qualified RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore with Italian and GMDSS certifications, Alessandro is known for his competence, safety-first mindset, and warm hospitality. He speaks Italian natively and has working proficiency in English, ensuring smooth communication on board.
Whether guiding you through hidden coves or setting the sails for an unforgettable sunset, Alessandro is dedicated to offering charter guests a truly exceptional sailing experience.
Alessandro Di Mare
Captain
Alessia is a highly skilled and charismatic skipper with over 10,000 nautical miles of experience sailing yachts and catamarans up to 60 feet across the Mediterranean. She combines her maritime expertise with a PhD in Marine Biology and a deep passion for the ocean, offering charter guests a truly enriching experience both above and below the surface.
As a certified RYA Skipper and active PADI OWSI Instructor with more than 2,000 dives under her belt, Alessia has led numerous charters in destinations such as Tuscany, Sardinia, Corsica, and the Aeolian Islands. Whether she’s at the helm or leading a guided dive, safety, professionalism, and guest enjoyment are always her priorities.
Her diverse background includes scientific research expeditions, environmental education, and hands-on boat transfers. She is also a certified lifeguard, compressor technician, and experienced in equipment servicing — a true all-rounder at sea.
Fluent in English, French, Spanish, and Italian, Alessia connects effortlessly with international guests. Her calm leadership, warm personality, and wealth of knowledge make her an exceptional asset on board and a favorite among guests seeking adventure, discovery, and relaxation.
Alessia Dinoi
Deckhand