Crew Profiles

Name: Marino Koceić
Position: Captain
Languages: Croatian, English
Hailing from Croatia, Marino brings over 15 years of expertise in navigation and vessel maintenance. Known for his professionalism, reliability, and approachable demeanor, he is deeply passionate about the sea—a love sparked in childhood by his father, a sailor, and the family boat.
Throughout his career, Marino has served as a Deckhand, Technical Manager, and Captain on charter yachts for over nine years. This diverse experience has honed his leadership, people management, and engineering skills. For him, the safety and security of the vessel, as well as the well-being of guests and crew, are top priorities.
Marino is excited to welcome new guests aboard ORLANDO L and share the beauty of his homeland. In his free time, he enjoys participating in sailing regattas and exploring new destinations.

Name: Vanesa Brezinsek
Position: Stewardess
Languages: Croatian, English, Slovene
The stewardess Vanesa, originally from Slovenia, is excited to take on a new challenge aboard ORLANDO L.
With two years of experience in the yachting industry, she is eager to continue expanding her expertise and further establish herself in the field.
Known for her exceptional outgoing nature, Vanesa easily builds strong connections with both crew members and guests.
Her skill set includes top-notch service, laundry, detailing, and housekeeping.
A versatile, flexible, and adaptable team member, Vanesa is dedicated to making your time aboard ORLANDO L enjoyable and unforgettable.

Name: Bruno Budalic
Position: Deckhand
Born in Croatia, Bruno is a friendly and dedicated team player with a strong work ethic.
A former professional football player for the youth team Hajduk and the Croatian national youth team, Bruno brings discipline and teamwork to every task.
With four years of hospitality experience as a waiter in beach bars, he joined the ORLANDO L crew in the summer of 2022, where he is committed to delivering professional and efficient service to guests.
Bruno is passionate about staying active, with football being a favorite pastime. He is fluent in both English and Croatian, ensuring seamless communication on board.

Name: Matija Mihovanovic
Position: Chef
Matija is a talented and ambitious Chef with an extensive knowledge of diverse cuisines, including Italian, Mediterranean, French, and Asian.
His impressive career includes a prestigious role at the renowned Piazza Duomo restaurant in Alba, a 3-star Michelin gem celebrated for its mastery of Italian and French gastronomy.
Matija’s culinary journey has also led him through a series of other distinguished high-end establishments in his home country, continually refining his skills and broadening his culinary repertoire.
He looks forward to delighting guests with exceptional, unforgettable dishes.