Boating in South Africa offers freedom, adventure, and stunning coastlines. Now, at a bustling boating like Cape Town, first-time boaters are bound to be abundant. And many of them make simple mistakes that lead to stress, damage, or danger on the water. In this...
Working on a yacht can be an honour for a few, and perhaps a luxury for others. However, one thing that remains common is that the yacht crew work is Brutal with a B. Yes, the pay is generous, and the work environment is luxurious. But are you willing to leave...
If you want to work at sea internationally, whether on a merchant ship or a yacht, you must obtain an ENG1 Medical Certificate. The certificate of medical fitness proves that you are physically and mentally fit to work onboard vessels where immediate medical...
Choosing the right yacht training school as an aspiring sailor is always a difficult choice. You are looking to curb irresponsible spending while finding the right training package. To do so, you should keep certain things in mind. Let’s find out how you can choose...
If you are getting into boating, sailing, or a career at sea, you have heard the acronyms RYA and MCA thrown around, sometimes interchangeably. At first glance, these names look similar. However, they play very different roles in the maritime world. In this article,...
For casual recreational boaters, obtaining a category C skipper’s license in South Africa is like gaining… fins of freedom. With a Skipper Category C license, you can take your boat further away from the shore. In this article, let's see the process for obtaining a...
If you wish to work on a superyacht or any other commercial vessel, you must obtain the STCW certificate. This internationally recognised qualification is an essential step for anyone pursuing a career in the maritime industry. The STCW ensures that every seafarer can...
In the modern world, certifications that back up your proficiency, experience, and skills push you ahead of the competition. Those little pieces of paper are more valuable than ever; and some of them hold more importance than others in the yachting industry. In this...
After the end of each season, plenty of superyacht crews take a rest and look for new opportunities on different vessels. There could be plenty of reasons why people would want to do ‘superyacht crew hopping’. Some of them are practical, some of them are personal....
One of the most important questions this generation has to answer is how to write a CV. And when it comes to writing a yacht crew CV, the pressure just mounts up further. Well, fret not! In this article, we shall see how you can write a dashing yacht crew CV and land...