Captain: Cymba Hubert
French, 30 years old
Spoken languages: French, English
Cymba embarked on his journey in the yachting industry in 2021, starting as a mate on the impressive ELENA, a luxurious yacht measuring 91’86”. His dedication and skills quickly propelled him to the role of second captain on the esteemed SKYRA, which spans 93’. Following this, he further honed his expertise as a deckhand and steward on GEORGES, a cozy 68’89” yacht. In 2022, Cymba joined the crew of KOKONUT’S WALLY, where he continues to showcase his passion for yachting.
Cymba is known for his unwavering consistency in his work, embracing every opportunity for growth and learning. His dynamic personality combined with a serious commitment to his responsibilities makes him an asset to any crew. He is particularly attentive to guests’ comfort, needs, and safety, ensuring that every experience on board is exceptional. With a natural inclination towards discretion and a service-oriented mindset, Cymba fosters these values within his team, promoting a harmonious and professional atmosphere on the yacht.
When Cymba is not on board, he likes traveling and practising water sports.
Chef: Samir Heaton
French
29 years old
Languages spoken: French & English fluent
Samir is not only a young chef but also a remarkably talented one. In 2011, he participated in the Best French Apprentice competition, where he placed third. He also contributed to the inaugural season of a French television program dedicated to recruiting young culinary talent. Samir trained at ‘La table Saint Crescent’, a Michelin-starred restaurant. Since then, he has held various positions, including chef, sous-chef, private chef, and co-owner of a chalet where he managed the restaurant team. Recently, Samir has joined the yachting industry in search of new challenges. Creative, cheerful, and dynamic, he delights in offering guests surprising flavors and textures, ensuring they never experience the same dish twice. His culinary style is rooted in French cuisine, with his signature dish being a potato cream accompanied by a cauliflower pie with peanut and citrus.
When Samir is not on board, he enjoys hiking, traveling and exploring different wines.
First Officer: Benoit Benaddi
French
36 years old
Languages spoken: French & English
Benoit has been in the Yachting industry for more than 4 years. He spent these years gaining experience as a deckhand and tender driver, on M/Y SEA SQUIRTER (93ft), M/Y WHY NOT U (108ft), M/Y SKYRA (93ft).
With his expertise as an electrician craftsman, Benoit possesses in-depth knowledge of electrical and auxiliary components. He has a proven ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems efficiently, ensuring seamless vessel operation. Guests on board are guaranteed to be in a good hand with Benoit assisting the captain in the manoeuvres, navigation and maintenance of the mechanics.
Benoit is serious and organized, with a strong team spirit. Whether it is for tender, water activities, or for the maintenance of the yacht, he has a positive attitude and smile that will please the guests, in addition to his great communication skills.
When Benoit is not on board, he likes to do sports, cooking and traveling.
Chief Stewardess: Margarita Velos
Filipina, 36 years old
Spoken languages: English & French fluent
After 6 years of experience in hospitality at the prestigious Negresco Palace where she developed a strong foundation in luxury service, Margarita joined the yachting industry in 2019, as 2nd Stewardess on M/Y CORNELIA (34m) for 2 seasons, May 2019 to October 2020. Then Chief Stewardess on M/Y ARSANA (30m) for 2 seasons, April 2021 to October 2022, and from April 2023 to December 2024 on M/Y RAPH SEVEN I (37m) and M/Y RAPH SEVEN II (30m). Her main duties included guest services, inventory upkeep and provisioning, laundry, housekeeping, interior maintenance, budgeting and accounting, shipyard preparation.
Margarita brings a wealth of expertise in delivering exceptional service, detail-oriented, and maintaining the highest of standards. Having worked in diverse, fast-paced environments, she is adaptable, skilled in team collaboration, and consistently ensure a seamless and luxurious experience for guests.
She loves to spoil her guests by anticipating their needs, whether it is remembering their favorite drink, setting up a beautiful presented meal.
When she is not on board, she loves traveling, listening to music, hiking and walking
Stewardess: Jade Chiappi
Italian, 32 years old
Spoken languages: Fluent in French, English & Italian
Jade joined the Yachting Industry in 2024 after obtaining her coastal licence, and completed her STCW training. She worked during five seasons as station waiter in several establishments such as Belle Plage Hôtel, Marriot Hôtel, Marco Polo Restaurant and as butler for a Lord’s family. In addition, Jade’s experience in interior design has given her a keen eye for detail and aesthetics. Those experiences enhanced her service skills and provided her a versatile skill set, essential for her development in the service industry.
Her primary focus is to serve the guests, proactively addressing their needs, fulfilling their expectations, guaranteeing they felt comfortable and well-cared throughout their stay.
Discreet, organised and meticulous, Jade has also several other strings to her bow: knowledge about wines, barista skills thanks to dedicated trainings and silver service from her previous jobs. She likes to spoil the guests by serving them improvised cocktails based on the tastes
When she is not on board, she loves traveling, dancing and creating beautiful and harmonious spaces design.
€87,000 July & August including the 12m chase boat to access all restricted areas due to the new Posidonia regulations in France & restrictions in Italy
€70,000 all other months including the 12m chase boat to access all restricted areas due to the new Posidonia regulations in France & restrictions in Italy
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Event charters:
- 70,000 euro per week
- 10,000 euro per day
- 20% French VAT
- €10,000 security deposit
- static : no cruising
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!!!!!!! NOT AVAILABLE FOR DAY CHARTER !!!!!!!
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The owner will not accept LESS than a week charter in July and August and not less than 3 days charter in June & September unless to fit in the calendar