Helping you land your
dream job!

I know how challenging it is to work out which courses to book, how to negotiate your way onto a boat, what the industry culture is like and how to manage your finances. It can be very confusing. With Atlantic Crew’s help, you can gain the confidence you need to set yourself apart from other candidates.

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How I can help you:

Being a luxury yacht Stewardess or Deckhand is an amazing job. It’s a chance to work and travel in some of the world’s most beautiful places, and make a great living. But—there are so many things I wish I had known before I joined the industry! How do I get a job? What should I expect? How do I get a Visa?

In my guide I share valuable advice on how Stewardesses and Deckhands can make the most of this amazing opportunity and ensure that they are well-equipped when entering the exciting world of yachting.

This guide will walk you through the luxury yachting industry and provide insights on how to get hired and have a successful career. Below are questions that we answer in this guide:

  • What is luxury yachting?
  • What position should I apply for?
  • What experience is typically expected?
  • What certificates and courses are mandatory?
  • What is STCW Basic Training and how much does it cost?
  • What is an ENG1 / SAMSA seafarers medical and how much does it cost?
  • What should my yachting CV look like?
  • What salary can I expect as a Junior Stew or Deckhand?
  • What is “dock walking” and which ports should I go to?
  • What is “day work” and how much does it pay?
  • How much money do I need to become an entry-level “yachtie”?
  • How do I get a Schengen or B1/B2 visa and how much does it cost?
  • How do I prepare for Europe and how do I get around?
  • How do I get a job on a luxury yacht?
  • How do I prepare for an interview?
  • How do I book accommodation and where should I stay?
  • How long is the Mediterranean season and when is the best time to go?
  • How should I save and invest my hard-earned salaries, tips, or bonuses?

I will begin with an introduction to the industry, a tailored 30-minute consultation to provide advice and proofread your CV. I will also provide advice on how to obtain your Schengen visa.

My 1 on 1 session will help you set sail on your “yachtie” career. I will answer all questions directly related to getting a job on a luxury yacht and guide you through the many options and pitfalls in the industry.

Each session is uniquely tailored to your career goals. In this consultation, I analyse your current CV and give you direct feedback on how to improve it so that it gets you interviews with some of the top Captains and Chief Stews in the industry.

I can advise and guide you on the requirements to obtain a Schengen visa, including sharing trusted companies who will help ensure a successful application.

An Honest Guide to the Luxury Yachting Industry

This guide details all you need to know to become a well-equipped entry-level Steward(ess) or Deckhand, including answers to all your burning questions.

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I’m so glad I decided to use Atlantic Crew. It felt like Renée really cared. It was worth every cent because you don’t get all this information from the yacht training academies, and you’re left with so many unanswered questions.

Iuliana Tosh
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Renee helped me a great deal when I first started my yachting career. Nothing was too much to explain. From small things like transport to bigger issues like visa questions, which can be very tricky for a newbie. A TRUE helping hand in a very demanding industry!

Annarine Nicholson
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Atlantic Crew introduced me to the extraordinary yachting industry and what an extraordinary experience it has been! I recommend Atlantic Crew to anyone who wants to have a life changing experience and the freedom to travel whilst earning a great salary!

Nicolize van der Merwe
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Amazing guide! You can tell with the level of detail mentioned in the guide that a lot of time and care has gone into it. Atlantic Crew went above and beyond to paint the full picture of everything you need to know, including all the little details that you never would have thought of had you not been informed. Highly recommend!

Jess McCarthy
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I needed someone to fine-tune my CV to make it more appealing. Renée took the time to get to know me to help me design a CV that truly represents me but is also in the layout required by the yachting industry.

Teodora Popescu
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Renee took me under her wing and guided me through all the steps needed to become a professional seafarer. Her expertise and knowledge of the yachting industry made me the proud Officer I am today having worked on yachts up to 140m and having sailed all the world's oceans.

Christian Junker
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Thanks to Renée's encouragement and belief in me, I had the courage to move into the yachting industry as an older, more mature crew member. She has a wealth of valuable knowledge, fuelled by her passion for the industry and her heart for people. I really couldn't go wrong, and neither will you if you stick with Atlantic Crew!

Nikki Emerick
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What exceptional service! Thank you, Renée, for introducing me to the yachting industry and guiding me through such a difficult industry to break into. You provided me with such invaluable information that I would never have known if I had not used your services. Beyond grateful for all your efforts, guidance and caring. Thank you!!

Geraldine Baker
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Working onboard yachts has long been a dream of mine. I nearly gave up due to the lack of information and support. I am stoked, because my dream is finally coming true, thanks to Atlantic Crew! Renée made my life significantly easier by sharing her in-depth knowledge of the industry to help make the process less stressful. I highly recommend Atlantic Crew to any new yachtie who would like to start a career onboard yachts.

Tapiwa Gurure

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