Here's an excerpt from The Insiders' Guide to Becoming a Yacht Stewardess: Confessions from My Years Afloat with the Rich and Famous: I Must Confess… We yachties sort of frowned upon what life might be like aboard the ol’ cruise ships. We … [More]
Official Yacht Stewardess Job Descriptions and Salaries (Including a Salary Chart)
June 12, 2018 By
For some even more straight-from-the-book fun, I present to you below the official job descriptions for the various yacht steward/ess roles. These are pulled directly from The Insiders' Guide to Becoming a Yacht Stewardess Chapter 3—a chapter that … [More]
Yacht Crew Hiring Ports Part 2: When to Go to Get Hired
March 23, 2018 By
In Part 1 of this series on yacht crew hiring ports, I covered worldwide locations where yacht crew must move to find work on a superyacht. While I listed the Tier 1, 2, and 3 destinations for getting hired quick, my advice for entry-level crew is … [More]
Yacht Crew Hiring Ports Part 1: Where to Move to Get Hired
February 18, 2018 By
To Move or Not to Move? There Is Little Question. (MOVE!) I get this question all the time from wannabe crew who feel they're ready to make the leap into yachting: But do I have to actually pick up and MOVE to a hiring port—as in, not plan on … [More]
Yacht Stews Must Be Prepared for Anything Demanding Guests Request (or Might Request)
July 25, 2017 By
A sample “Confession” from The Insiders’ Guide to Becoming a Yacht Stewardess: Confessions from My Years Afloat with the Rich and Famous… Julie and her fellow stews went "overboard" to make sure the billionaire guests on a megayacht chartered for the … [More]
Theme Night Party Suggestions for Yacht Stewardesses (or anyone!)
June 6, 2017 By
One of the joys of being a yacht steward/ess is keeping things fun—for the guests, and even the crew. If you have a knack for entertaining, you will love this aspect of your job: having theme dinners and throwing parties! Remember, your guests are … [More]
