Blog Category: Crew Tips
What is the cost of finding a job as a junior deckhand on a superyacht? The industry has seen a growing influx of ‘green’ crew looking to start an exciting career, travelling the world while
Completing a superyacht training course can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be a challenging one. Superyacht training courses require a high level of commitment and dedication, as well as strong
Superyacht seasons refer to the periods of the year when superyachts are most commonly available for charter in a particular cruising destination. These seasons are often based on weather patterns, tourism trends, and other factors
If you're about to embark on your first overseas assignment as a superyacht crew member, you're likely feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. While working on a yacht can be a thrilling and rewarding
Being part of a superyacht crew is an incredible opportunity, but it’s not without its challenges. From learning the ropes to becoming part of a successful team, there are many aspects of being a successful
We are excited to announce the new SYSA deckhand training app that we have been working on for the last year. As a training centre, we have looked at ways to prepare our crew for
Choosing to work as part of a superyacht crew involves a lot of sacrifices but comes with big rewards. But what does it take to work on a yacht? In this blog post, we'll answer
We chatted to Chad Frieslich about his career as a First Mate. The first mate on a ship is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the vessel. This includes tasks such as maintaining the ship's
Super yachting can be an extremely lucrative career path to take if you set yourself some good goals to begin with. It is one of the most lucratively paid careers in the world if you
Being a South African yachtie presents you with a few visa challenges that other countries don’t have. The pandemic has presented new challenges for yachties as travel isn’t as easy and seamless as before and