CREW PROFILE
Captain Nick (Nicholas Fusco)
Captain Nick is an Irish yacht captain whose passion for sailing began the first time he felt a boat move under wind power—and it’s been his focus ever since. Dedicated, hardworking, and detail-oriented, Nick is known for calm leadership, excellent guest rapport, and a strong commitment to safety and seamless onboard operations.
With international experience across Australia, Croatia, Ireland, and the Caribbean, Nick brings a well-rounded background that combines hands-on seamanship with high-level charter management. He has progressed through roles including deckhand, professional sailing instructor, route/operations leadership, fleet management, and base management—giving him a complete understanding of what it takes to maintain high standards on board, support crew performance, and consistently deliver exceptional guest experiences.
Nick’s strengths include tailoring itineraries to guest preferences, coordinating onshore and water-based activities, and keeping vessels running at peak condition through proactive maintenance and smart problem-solving. He’s especially valued for his ability to train and mentor others, drawing on years of instructional work focused on communication, teamwork, risk management, and real-world boat-handling scenarios.
He holds RYA Yachtmaster Offshore (Commercially Endorsed), STCW, ENG1, VHF, and is a PADI OWSI, alongside instructor certifications (Keelboat and Racing). A non-smoker and non-drinker, Nick brings a professional, energetic, and guest-focused presence to every charter.
CHEF: Daša Fiegl
Daša Fiegl is a professional charter yacht chef with experience in both the Mediterranean and the Caribbean, including multiple seasons in the British Virgin Islands. Cooking professionally onboard since 2019, she is known for a creative, health-focused and guest-oriented style, consistently delivering high-quality dining experiences while maintaining excellent galley standards and organization.
Daša is confident catering full-board for charter groups of up to 12 guests, tailoring menus to individual preferences and special dietary requirements. Her strengths include fine and international cuisine, thoughtful menu planning, efficient provisioning and budgeting, and strict attention to food safety and hygiene—ensuring every meal is both memorable and impeccably executed.
She brings strong culinary credentials, having been a finalist on MasterChef Slovenia (2022–2023) and winner of Kuhinja Prihodnosti (Future Kitchen Show), where she was awarded Best Future Chef in Slovenia (2022). Calm under pressure and highly professional, Daša combines creativity with consistency—delivering restaurant-quality food in a fast-paced charter environment.
Daša holds STCW Basic Training, ENG1, and Food Safety & Hygiene Level 2, and speaks English and Slovenian (with basic Croatian and Italian).
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