Lizan was born in Pretoria, South Africa, but grew up in Darling, a small farm town surrounded by wine vineyards in the Western Cape. After finishing high school, she packed her bags and set off to pursue her dream of working on the water, joining the yachting industry where she has now been for two years. Before yachting, Lizan was passionate about pole vaulting and art. She became a national gold medalist in pole vaulting and, when not on the field, could often be found with a paintbrush or pencil in hand, creating beautiful art.
Lizan’s favorite aspect of being a stewardess is the detailing, as she finds deep cleaning to be extremely satisfying. She has cruised the Mediterranean and Caribbean waters, and holds certifications as a Spa Therapist (Swedish Massage), STCW, PDSD, and Food and Hygiene II.
In her spare time, Lizan enjoys art, going to the gym, traveling, bungee jumping, paragliding, canoeing, zip-lining, and exploring architecture.
Lizan Engelbrecht
Stewardess
Flippie is an experienced yacht captain with over 10 years in the maritime industry. Throughout his career, he has navigated the world’s most beautiful and diverse waters, including the Caribbean, Bahamas, the Mediterranean and Asia, as well as extensive travels across the USA both on yachts and a roadtrip in a van. His passion for yachting is matched by his commitment to providing exceptional service and safety for all onboard, ensuring every journey is unforgettable. Outside of work, Flippie is an avid sports enthusiast, enjoying everything from playing golf to watching rugby, and he has a love for adventure, especially when off the grid in South Africa. He resides in West Palm Beach with his wife, Nikki, and their newborn daughter, and cherishes spending quality time with his family and friends.
Flippie van Zyl
Captain
At 36, Jake Rosenberg is a dynamic force in the yachting world, blending his passion for adventure with a love for the sea. A former professional surfer, Jake discovered his affinity for working on yachts while traveling the globe on the surfing world tour. His energetic and extroverted personality shines through in everything he does, whether he's navigating the open waters or connecting with clients and crew alike.
Jake thrives on the thrill of new experiences, bringing his fun-loving spirit and strong work ethic to every project. With an unwavering dedication to excellence and a knack for making every moment enjoyable, he has carved out a unique niche in the yachting industry. When he’s not on the water, you can find him soaking up the sun, sharing stories from his travels, or planning his next big adventure. Always ready to embrace the next challenge, Jake is living proof that life is best spent on the waves.
Jake Rosenberg
Chief Officer
Mariscke has been cooking onboard yachts for 12 years, cruising the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Asia, providing guests and owners with unforgettable meals. She studied Culinary Arts in South Africa and further honed her skills with courses in France, Vietnam, Thailand, and Spain, which have all influenced her unique cooking style. Her culinary approach is primarily fresh Mediterranean, with some Asian influences and a touch of her own South African flair, giving her a diverse and versatile repertoire.
Mariscke is driven by the desire to make each dish better than the last, constantly exploring new techniques and flavors to impress her guests.
Outside of the galley, she enjoys painting, arts, reading, tennis, travel, and immersing herself in different cultures.
Mariscke Galloway
Chef
Mairi grew up in Nova Scotia, Canada, surrounded by water, which sparked her lifelong passion for the ocean. For the past 6 years, she has channeled this love for the sea and her experience in the service industry into a career in yachting. Before embarking on her yachting adventure, Mairi lived in a small town just outside the city, where she worked as a manager and junior brewer at a craft beer brewery. However, her true passion lay in working on her boat and cruising the islands of the South Shore.
Her cruising experience includes the East Coast of America, Europe, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean. Mairi holds certifications in Intro to Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers, PADI Open Water, PADI Cave Diving, STCW, PDSD, Food and Hygiene II, and Powerboat Level II.
In her free time, Mairi enjoys sailing, wakeboarding, traveling, horseback riding, and diving.
Mairi Shaw
Chief Stewardess
Amber has a diverse background in fashion, design, and travel. Growing up in England, she studied fashion design and was a member of her cheerleading team, which became Grand National champions. After university, Amber’s journey took her to the U.S. as a camp counselor in Maine, then to London as a designer, and later to Thailand as a teacher. These experiences deepened her passion for different cultures, and her extensive travels throughout Asia, Australia, and Europe have provided her with a broad global perspective.
A lover of scuba diving, yoga, photography, and videography, Amber enjoys capturing lasting memories through her lens. She also creates custom artworks of pets, people, and homes, blending her creativity with a strong service ethic to ensure exceptional experiences for guests onboard.
Amber holds certifications in SSI Open Water, PADI Advanced Scuba Diving, STCW, Powerboat Level II, and Food and Hygiene Level II. Her cruising experience includes Europe and the Caribbean.
Born in Durban, South Africa, Keith has always been immersed in water sports with friends and family. His entry into yachting came through his uncle, an engineer who had spent many years working aboard yachts. After completing various sailing and STCW courses, his first major experience was a 44-day delivery from Cape Town to the British Virgin Islands aboard a 46-ft sailing catamaran.
This journey sparked his passion for the yachting industry, and he has since built a career with over 16 years of mechanical and electrical experience both ashore and at sea. He has worked on several large yachts, both private and chartered, participated in numerous new build projects, and spent extensive time in shipyard periods. His cruising experience spans regions such as the USA, Eastern and Western Mediterranean, the Red Sea, Maldives, Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Thailand, Hong Kong, Japan, and as far as Australia.
When not on the water, Keith dedicates much of his time to studying and advancing his engineering licenses, as well as pursuing property development. He is committed to continuous professional growth in his field.
Keith Pienaar
Engineer
Eleisha grew up on her family’s sugar cane farm in Mossman, Queensland. Upon graduation, she embarked on a journey away from her small country town to travel the world. During this time, she found herself in a variety of fields: ski and snowboard instructor in Australia, Japan, and Canada; camp counsellor in Mt Poconos, USA; and film crew for reality TV shows, series, and movies including King Kong vs. Godzilla, Ticket to Paradise, Apples Never Fall, and I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here. Eventually, Eleisha found her way to the yachting industry and hasn’t left. In her yachting career, Eleisha enjoys the thrill of meeting her fellow crew mates for the first time and enjoying the bond they create as an unbreakable family, traveling the world, experiencing new cultures, and being part of the creation of guest memories. In her spare time, Eleisha enjoys horse riding, motorbikes, ATVs, fishing, 4WD-ing, camping, skiing, snowboarding, riding, waterskiing, and jet skiing.
Previous yachts: 50m GLAZE, 40m VIN XAN, 45m AIX, 40m IMPULSIVE.
Eleisha Mealing
Bosun