Captain Mate is an accomplished maritime professional with extensive experience in managing charter yachts across the Adriatic, Aegean, and West Mediterranean. As Captain of M/Y LA STELLA DEI MARI, he ensures seamless charter operations, overseeing everything from itinerary planning and navigation to crew management and guest experience. His hands-on approach guarantees that every detail, from safety to service, is handled with precision.

Fluent in English, Mate excels in creating unforgettable charter experiences by adapting to guests’ needs and ensuring smooth cruising. Supported by respected industry references, his professionalism and dedication make him an invaluable asset to any luxury charter.

With over 13 years of experience as a Chief Engineer aboard M/Y La Stella dei Mari, Ivan Matas brings a wealth of knowledge in yacht maintenance and engineering. His career began at the Split Shipyard, where he gained extensive expertise in electrical systems testing and commissioning. Ivan holds multiple STCW certifications, including Advanced Firefighting, Medical First Aid, and Electro-Technical Rating.

Fluent in English and Russian, he is a dedicated and reliable crew member with a passion for fishing, jogging, and football. Non-smoker, with no tattoos, Ivan prides himself on maintaining the highest standards of safety and performance on board.

Marija Maretić is an experienced yacht stewardess known for her excellent guest service and attention to detail. With a background on yachts such as M/Y Solal (24m), she specializes in cabin care, housekeeping, turndown service, and delivering a seamless guest experience.

Marija has a warm and professional approach to guest service, including table settings, beverage service, and orchestrating guest activities. Fluent in English, Italian, Spanish, and Croatian, she excels in creating a welcoming environment for guests from around the world. With a passion for providing memorable experiences, Marija ensures every detail on board is handled with care and precision.

Ante Žižić is an experienced yacht chef with a deep passion for culinary art and over 15 years of experience in both yachting and restaurant kitchens. His philosophy revolves around combining creativity with traditional Dalmatian cuisine, ensuring an authentic and memorable dining experience on board.

Having worked as a chef on notable yachts like M/Y Joy Me (164ft) and M/Y Baby (Sunseeker 105ft), Ante is skilled in delivering high-end cuisine for charter guests. He also holds a Master Chef Specialist certificate from Culinary School Split, along with essential maritime certifications.

Ante brings professionalism, passion, and a deep appreciation for Mediterranean flavors to every dish he creates, ensuring guests enjoy the finest culinary experience during their charter.

Danko brings several years of hands-on experience in yacht maintenance and guest service, having worked on both sailing and motor yachts across Croatia. With a background in Maritime and Nautical Tourism Management, and STCW Basic Safety Training, he ensures the exterior of La Stella Dei Mari is always immaculate and guest-ready. Danko is a proactive and dependable team player, known for his precision in detailing, anchoring, and tender operations. Passionate about yachting and guest satisfaction, he looks forward to welcoming you aboard.