Previous Yacht: S/Y Q (52m)
Arnold started to work in this industry in 2018 as a day worker and he joined LA LUNA in 2022 as temporary crew. After several month, he officially joins LA LUNA as a full time Deckhand.
Arnold Abalos
Deckhand
LA LUNA is Shaun’s first yacht.
More information to come.
Shaun Faias
Deckhand
Previous yachts: S/Y BURRASCA (56m), S/Y ANNE (53m), S/Y SPIRIT OF BERMUDA (34m)
Patrick comes from Bermuda, he is a qualified Yacht master Ocean with extensive experience across both sail training and private yachting. He has held leadership roles such as First Mate and Bosun, managing deck operations, maintenance, and navigation. Skilled in varnishing, rigging, and tender driving. He is known for his strong work ethic, hands-on expertise, and commitment to continuous learning.
Patrick Perret
Bosun
Previous Yachts: S/Y MALTESE FALCON (88m), M/Y HYE SEAS II (35m), M/Y NYMPHEA (33m)
Shirly was born in Manila and studied a Bachelor in Office Administration in Cavite, Philippines. Shirly joined the yachting industry in 2014 after having worked at the St Regis Hotel in Singapore. Her passion for travel and her hospitality skills lead to where she is now.
When she goes back to the Philippines during her holidays, she spends time with her family travelling and is hands-on with her travel agency. With several years of hospitality and service experience, Shirly will greet you with a welcoming smile.
Shirly Ramos
Stewardess
Between 2003 and 2010, Tomas has worked on different yachts as an Engineer in Miami.
Later he moved to Spain, continuing to work on various charter yachts.
In 2021 he joined LA LUNA as Second Engineer, he’s also a very good and safe tender driver.
Tomas Danisevicius
Engineer
Previous yachts: » M/Y BLUE SAPPHIRE (30m), M/Y ROYAL PEARL (32m)
Geraldine lives in a small city of Cavite. In 2000, she finished her two year course in Computer Science at the Asian Institute. In 2001, she started working as a HR employee.
In 2014, Geraldine started working in the yachting industry as a solo stewardess, she did house keeping, service and cooking. After many cruising years around Asia, she decided to explore the Mediterranean sea and was welcomed on board LA LUNA.
Geraldine Salazar
Chief steward/ess
Previous Yachts: S/Y LUNA (53m), S/Y ALEJANDRA (44m, S/Y ATAIR (24m)
After completing sailing school in Wellington, New Zealand, in 2018, Andrea embarked on
a six-month internship aboard S/Y ATAIR. After this time, he connected with the
crew of LA LUNA, marking the beginning of his career in the yachting industry. He sailed with us from New Zealand back to Italy.
To broaden his experience, Andrea spent a year aboard S/Y ALEJANDRA, gaining valuable insight into the operations of a sail-focused superyacht. In 2023, he returned to LA LUNA as the chase boat Captain in Sardinia.
Andrea progressed to the role of Chief Officer in 2025.
Andrea Volpato
First Officer
Previous yachts: S/Y MALTESE FALCON (88m), S/Y PRINCIPESSA VAIVIA (40m), S/Y BURRASCA (56m), S/Y MORNING GLORY (48m), S/Y GALAXIA (52m)
Alessio was born in Viareggio, Italy. Already as a child his passion for the sea was very strong. As a teenager he began nautical school where he graduated in 1997. He then began sailing on oil tankers and container carriers to increase his experience . At 23 he was called to follow his first construction as owner's manager at the Perini Navi shipyard. Fascinated by these jewels of the sea he decided not to leave them anymore.
Alessio Caselli
Chief engineer
Mauro was born in Carrara. He attended hospitality and culinary management school in Italy and worked in many Italian restaurants, before opening his own restaurant in Carrara in 2007. He recently attended different courses in Chef Iaino Massari’s culinary school to master the different types of cuisines to accommodate different needs.
In 2014, he joined LA LUNA, where he was very appreciated for his beautiful Mediterranean cuisine. He sailed around the world on board LA LUNA, having the opportunity to learn the cuisine from different country.
Mauro Andrei
Chef
Previous Yachts: M/Y PHOENIX II (90m), M/Y IMPULSIVE (40m)
Skye is an Australian stewardess with experience on board 40m–90m yachts. Her background in watersports and hospitality makes her adaptable, efficient, and guest focused.
Skye Whiteman
Stewardess