GRAND ILLUSION

Melany came to yachting after working as a flight attendant on private jets, and brings that same attention to detail to the interior service aboard Grand Illusion. Guests get table settings, cabins and daily routines handled with a consistent standard throughout the charter.

• South African / Swiss
• Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, and raised on a farm
• Previously a flight attendant on private jets

Nigel has more than 20 years in yachting across all departments, backed by a precision engineering background. His proactive approach to the yacht's systems keeps air conditioning, power and water running quietly behind the scenes while guests are aboard.

• British, born in South West Devon, UK
• Over 20 years in the yachting industry, having worked through all departments
• Background in precision engineering
• Calls the Philippines home

Kyle grew up on the coast in Mauritius and fishing is his main interest, so he is the one to ask about getting lines in the water. He also takes on maintenance tasks onboard, sorting small problems before they reach guests.

• South African / Seychellois
• Born in the Seychelles and raised in a small coastal town in Mauritius
• Just under 4 years in the yachting industry
• Working towards becoming a yacht captain

Yasmin coordinated high profile events in London before moving to yachting, and applies that planning experience to service onboard. Guests benefit from an interior team that keeps meals, drinks and cabin service running to time.

• South African / British
• Born in England and raised in South Africa
• Previously an Event Coordinator for high profile events in London

Richard started in the industry on a sailing yacht during a university summer break and stayed with it. Swimming, snorkeling and fishing are his own interests, which is useful when guests want time in the water off the swim platform.

• South African, originally from Johannesburg
• Studied forensic investigation at West Virginia University in the USA
• First yacht role was onboard a sailing yacht

Marc spent 12 years in the music industry before yachting and is the crew member to speak to about entertainment onboard. Fitness and physical sports are part of his own routine, so he is well placed to get active guests out on the water.

• South African, born and raised in Pretoria
• 12 years in the music industry prior to yachting

Renan cooks Fusion cuisine and is a barbecue specialist, drawing on a career that began in Michelin Star restaurants more than 10 years ago. Guests can expect food built around both taste and presentation, including cooking on the onboard BBQ.

• Brazilian
• Specializes in Fusion cuisine
• Barbecue Master
• Over 10 years as a chef, including Michelin Star restaurants