Name: Mihaela Mijić
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Stewardess
Position details: Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Mihaela is a dedicated and experienced hostess who brings warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail to every charter. With multiple seasons working aboard catamarans, she has developed a strong reputation for exceptional service and guest satisfaction.
She holds a professional qualification for hostesses and a Boat Skipper B category license, ensuring she’s well-versed in onboard safety and operations. Guests consistently praise Mihaela for her delicious breakfast and lunch preparations, impeccable cleanliness, and thoughtful local recommendations that enhance the guest experience at each destination.
Clients have described her as going "above and beyond" to ensure all needs are met, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere on board. With her background in hospitality and a passion for the sea, Mihaela is an invaluable addition to Honeybird crew.
Name: Duje Žaja
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Captain
Position details: Captain
Languages: Not specified
Description: A seasoned and versatile Captain who brings over a decade of experience in the sailing and yachting industry. His maritime journey began with hands-on roles skippering sailing yachts and catamarans in the charter sector, where he developed strong navigational skills, vessel handling expertise, and a client-first approach.
His service in the Croatian Navy further shaped his discipline and seamanship, notably serving as helmsman aboard a 50-meter vessel—an experience that sharpened his ability to perform under pressure and manage complex operations with precision.
Since then, he has captained a wide range of private and charter vessels, currently commanding a 24-meter catamaran on both coastal and offshore voyages. He is known for delivering discreet, highly personalized experiences while maintaining a strong focus on safety and professionalism.
He is STCW-certified across all core safety, medical, and operational areas, including Advanced Firefighting, GMDSS, Bridge Resource Management, and holds the STCW II/1 Officer of the Watch (Yachts less than 3,000 GT) endorsement—affirming his qualification for bridge duties on vessels up to 3000 gross tons.
Outside his command duties, he is an avid scuba diver and spearfisherman, with personal passions for photography, cooking, and meticulous yacht maintenance.
Leading by example, he cultivates a well-organized, motivated crew environment that consistently exceeds guest expectations and ensures smooth, high-standard operations at sea.
Name: Luka Sever
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Deckhand
Position details: Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Enthusiastic and reliable deckhand with hands-on experience in both sailing and motor yachts through charter and private engagements. Skilled in boat handling, navigation support, mooring operations, and general deck maintenance, with a strong focus on safety and smooth onboard operations.
In addition to deck duties, has acted as a skipper on private charters, managing guest trips across the Adriatic, as well as supporting daily motorboat operations during busy summer seasons. Brings a strong team-oriented mindset, excellent physical fitness from a competitive swimming background, and a proactive approach to all onboard tasks.
Detail-oriented, adaptable, and highly motivated to build a long-term career in yachting, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.
Name: TBA TBA
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Chef
Position details: Chef
Languages: Not specified
Description: TBA
Mihaela Mijić — Stewardess (Croatian)
Mihaela is a dedicated and experienced hostess who brings warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail to every charter. With multiple seasons working aboard catamarans, she has developed a strong reputation for exceptional service and guest satisfaction.
She holds a professional qualification for hostesses and a Boat Skipper B category license, ensuring she’s well-versed in onboard safety and operations. Guests consistently praise Mihaela for her delicious breakfast and lunch preparations, impeccable cleanliness, and thoughtful local recommendations that enhance the guest experience at each destination.
Clients have described her as going "above and beyond" to ensure all needs are met, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere on board. With her background in hospitality and a passion for the sea, Mihaela is an invaluable addition to Honeybird crew.
Duje Žaja — Captain (Croatian)
A seasoned and versatile Captain who brings over a decade of experience in the sailing and yachting industry. His maritime journey began with hands-on roles skippering sailing yachts and catamarans in the charter sector, where he developed strong navigational skills, vessel handling expertise, and a client-first approach.
His service in the Croatian Navy further shaped his discipline and seamanship, notably serving as helmsman aboard a 50-meter vessel—an experience that sharpened his ability to perform under pressure and manage complex operations with precision.
Since then, he has captained a wide range of private and charter vessels, currently commanding a 24-meter catamaran on both coastal and offshore voyages. He is known for delivering discreet, highly personalized experiences while maintaining a strong focus on safety and professionalism.
He is STCW-certified across all core safety, medical, and operational areas, including Advanced Firefighting, GMDSS, Bridge Resource Management, and holds the STCW II/1 Officer of the Watch (Yachts less than 3,000 GT) endorsement—affirming his qualification for bridge duties on vessels up to 3000 gross tons.
Outside his command duties, he is an avid scuba diver and spearfisherman, with personal passions for photography, cooking, and meticulous yacht maintenance.
Leading by example, he cultivates a well-organized, motivated crew environment that consistently exceeds guest expectations and ensures smooth, high-standard operations at sea.
Luka Sever — Deckhand (Croatian)
Enthusiastic and reliable deckhand with hands-on experience in both sailing and motor yachts through charter and private engagements. Skilled in boat handling, navigation support, mooring operations, and general deck maintenance, with a strong focus on safety and smooth onboard operations.
In addition to deck duties, has acted as a skipper on private charters, managing guest trips across the Adriatic, as well as supporting daily motorboat operations during busy summer seasons. Brings a strong team-oriented mindset, excellent physical fitness from a competitive swimming background, and a proactive approach to all onboard tasks.
Detail-oriented, adaptable, and highly motivated to build a long-term career in yachting, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.
TBA TBA — Chef (Croatian)
TBA
