Name: Duje Ercegović
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Captain
Position details:
Languages: Not specified
Description: Duje graduated from the Maritime School in Split and holds several advanced maritime licenses, including Yachtmaster 500 GT. Over the past two decades, he has captained yachts such as Sveti Vid, Milena, and Luna. For the last three seasons, he has proudly led the crew of Nocturno, a yacht he considers his second home.
As Captain, Duje is responsible for the safe navigation of the yacht, the overall running of the charter, and the wellbeing of guests and crew. His role combines long experience at sea with calm leadership and a strong sense of responsibility on board.
Outside of work, Duje enjoys football, basketball, hiking, and swimming. He brings energy, focus, and a natural connection to life at sea.
Name: Stipe Ercegović
Nationality: Croatian
Position: First Officer
Position details:
Languages: Not specified
Description: Stipe brings over a decade of maritime experience, including five years on various passenger ships, three years aboard Dalmatino, and now his third season on
Nocturno. His background reflects strong seamanship, reliability, and a deep connection to work at sea.
As First Mate, Stipe supports the captain in the safe and smooth running of the yacht. His role includes deck operations, guest support, and helping ensure that each day on board runs efficiently.
In his free time, Stipe is drawn to spearfishing, racing simulators, and PlayStation games. He brings precision, energy, and a strong team spirit to the deck crew.
Name: Marko Žuljević
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Chief steward/ess
Position details:
Languages: Not specified
Description: Marko holds a diploma in electrical engineering from the Technical School in Omiš and brings 14 years of experience at sea. He spent seven years on Barbara and six seasons on Dalmatino, and is now entering his first season on Nocturno. He also holds a Level 1 Sommelier certificate and a Mixology Masterclass, adding refined
service knowledge to his onboard role.
As Chief Steward, Marko is responsible for guest service, interior organisation, and the smooth flow of daily hospitality on board. His role combines professionalism, presentation, and a strong focus on guest comfort.
When off duty, Marko spends time fishing and DJing. He brings good energy, a polished service style, and a welcoming presence to life on board.
Name: Ago Gluhajić
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Head Chef
Position details:
Languages: Not specified
Description: Ago trained at the Hospitality School in Opatija, first as a chef and later in tourism and hotel commercial studies. His experience includes several years in restaurants and Hilton hotels in Croatia, France, and Austria, where he
worked in à la carte service, events, banquets, and buffet operations. Most recently, he worked on board M/Y Taleya as Sous Chef, gaining valuable yachting experience.
As Chef, Ago is responsible for planning and preparing meals for guests, organising the galley, and making sure every dish is served with consistency and care. His role combines creativity, discipline, and a good feel for different guest preferences.
Ago is focused on learning, teamwork, and building his culinary path through both traditional and modern cuisine. He brings calm energy, adaptability, and a
strong work ethic to life on board.
Name: Mijo Mandurić
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Chef
Position details:
Languages: Not specified
Description: Mijo holds a high school diploma in Hospitality and Tourism from Omiš. With eight years of experience in hospitality, including five years at the well-known Hotel
Plaža in Omiš, he built a strong foundation before moving into yachting. For the past three seasons, he has been part of the team on board Nocturno.
As Sous Chef, Mijo supports the head chef in daily galley operations, food preparation, organisation, and making sure service runs smoothly throughout the charter.
Outside of work, Mijo stays active through football and running, and also likes to spend quieter time fishing.
Name: Ivana Čorić
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Stewardess
Position details:
Languages: Not specified
Description: Ivana graduated as a Tourism Technician from the Hotel and Tourism School in Omiš and later completed the Badel Masterclass to further develop her service skills. Her experience includes two years at Hotel Plaža in Duće, a role as assistant hotel manager in Iceland, and front-of-house work at Caffe Bar Taboo in Omiš. She brings both hospitality knowledge and an easy, professional way with guests.
As 2nd Stewardess, Ivana supports guest service, interior organisation, and the daily flow of service on board. Her role helps create a smooth and welcoming
atmosphere throughout the journey.
Ivana likes hiking away from the busy paths, squid fishing at sunset, and spending time in nature and by the sea.
Name: Tanja Milavić
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Stewardess
Position details:
Languages: Not specified
Description: Tanja graduated from the Language Gymnasium in Omiš and brings nearly a decade of experience in hospitality and yachting. She began at Hotel Medistone in Omiš, then spent three years on Luna, three years on Dalmatino, and is now in her third season on Nocturno. Her background reflects long-term experience in guest
care and interior work.
As 3rd Stewardess / Housekeeper, Tanja supports the interior through housekeeping, organisation, and helping maintain high standards of cleanliness and comfort on board.
Tanja is an animal lover and has two dogs. In her spare time, she likes long walks in nature, hiking, reading, and a competitive game of table tennis.
Name: Mario Bartulović
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Deckhand
Position details:
Languages: Not specified
Description: Mario graduated from the Maritime School, Nautical Department, in Split and holds a Category B license together with a D7 certificate for engine room watch duties. His onboard experience includes one year on Cataleya, one year on Luna, and now his third season on Nocturno. He brings solid maritime knowledge and a
strong team-focused attitude to the deck crew.
As Lead Deckhand, Mario is responsible for supporting deck operations, guest assistance, maintenance, and helping ensure the deck team runs smoothly and
efficiently each day.
A former professional football player with several Croatian clubs, Mario keeps his active mindset through sport and also values quiet time spent fishing.
Name: Andrija Kartušić
Nationality: Croatian
Position: Deckhand
Position details:
Languages: Not specified
Description: Andrija graduated from the Technical School for Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics in Split. He holds a Category B license and a D7 certificate for
engine room watch duties. With five years on Luna, one year on Dalmatino, and now his third season on Nocturno, he brings strong technical knowledge and
dependable onboard experience.
As Engineer / Deckhand, Andrija supports both the technical and deck side of life on board, helping maintain the yacht’s systems while also assisting with
daily operations and guest support when needed.
When off duty, Andrija follows motorsports closely, especially high-performance cars and racing culture.
Duje Ercegović — Captain (Croatian)
Duje graduated from the Maritime School in Split and holds several advanced maritime licenses, including Yachtmaster 500 GT. Over the past two decades, he has captained yachts such as Sveti Vid, Milena, and Luna. For the last three seasons, he has proudly led the crew of Nocturno, a yacht he considers his second home.
As Captain, Duje is responsible for the safe navigation of the yacht, the overall running of the charter, and the wellbeing of guests and crew. His role combines long experience at sea with calm leadership and a strong sense of responsibility on board.
Outside of work, Duje enjoys football, basketball, hiking, and swimming. He brings energy, focus, and a natural connection to life at sea.
Stipe Ercegović — First Officer (Croatian)
Stipe brings over a decade of maritime experience, including five years on various passenger ships, three years aboard Dalmatino, and now his third season on
Nocturno. His background reflects strong seamanship, reliability, and a deep connection to work at sea.
As First Mate, Stipe supports the captain in the safe and smooth running of the yacht. His role includes deck operations, guest support, and helping ensure that each day on board runs efficiently.
In his free time, Stipe is drawn to spearfishing, racing simulators, and PlayStation games. He brings precision, energy, and a strong team spirit to the deck crew.
Marko Žuljević — Chief steward/ess (Croatian)
Marko holds a diploma in electrical engineering from the Technical School in Omiš and brings 14 years of experience at sea. He spent seven years on Barbara and six seasons on Dalmatino, and is now entering his first season on Nocturno. He also holds a Level 1 Sommelier certificate and a Mixology Masterclass, adding refined
service knowledge to his onboard role.
As Chief Steward, Marko is responsible for guest service, interior organisation, and the smooth flow of daily hospitality on board. His role combines professionalism, presentation, and a strong focus on guest comfort.
When off duty, Marko spends time fishing and DJing. He brings good energy, a polished service style, and a welcoming presence to life on board.
Ago Gluhajić — Head Chef (Croatian)
Ago trained at the Hospitality School in Opatija, first as a chef and later in tourism and hotel commercial studies. His experience includes several years in restaurants and Hilton hotels in Croatia, France, and Austria, where he
worked in à la carte service, events, banquets, and buffet operations. Most recently, he worked on board M/Y Taleya as Sous Chef, gaining valuable yachting experience.
As Chef, Ago is responsible for planning and preparing meals for guests, organising the galley, and making sure every dish is served with consistency and care. His role combines creativity, discipline, and a good feel for different guest preferences.
Ago is focused on learning, teamwork, and building his culinary path through both traditional and modern cuisine. He brings calm energy, adaptability, and a
strong work ethic to life on board.
Mijo Mandurić — Chef (Croatian)
Mijo holds a high school diploma in Hospitality and Tourism from Omiš. With eight years of experience in hospitality, including five years at the well-known Hotel
Plaža in Omiš, he built a strong foundation before moving into yachting. For the past three seasons, he has been part of the team on board Nocturno.
As Sous Chef, Mijo supports the head chef in daily galley operations, food preparation, organisation, and making sure service runs smoothly throughout the charter.
Outside of work, Mijo stays active through football and running, and also likes to spend quieter time fishing.
Ivana Čorić — Stewardess (Croatian)
Ivana graduated as a Tourism Technician from the Hotel and Tourism School in Omiš and later completed the Badel Masterclass to further develop her service skills. Her experience includes two years at Hotel Plaža in Duće, a role as assistant hotel manager in Iceland, and front-of-house work at Caffe Bar Taboo in Omiš. She brings both hospitality knowledge and an easy, professional way with guests.
As 2nd Stewardess, Ivana supports guest service, interior organisation, and the daily flow of service on board. Her role helps create a smooth and welcoming
atmosphere throughout the journey.
Ivana likes hiking away from the busy paths, squid fishing at sunset, and spending time in nature and by the sea.
Tanja Milavić — Stewardess (Croatian)
Tanja graduated from the Language Gymnasium in Omiš and brings nearly a decade of experience in hospitality and yachting. She began at Hotel Medistone in Omiš, then spent three years on Luna, three years on Dalmatino, and is now in her third season on Nocturno. Her background reflects long-term experience in guest
care and interior work.
As 3rd Stewardess / Housekeeper, Tanja supports the interior through housekeeping, organisation, and helping maintain high standards of cleanliness and comfort on board.
Tanja is an animal lover and has two dogs. In her spare time, she likes long walks in nature, hiking, reading, and a competitive game of table tennis.
Mario Bartulović — Deckhand (Croatian)
Mario graduated from the Maritime School, Nautical Department, in Split and holds a Category B license together with a D7 certificate for engine room watch duties. His onboard experience includes one year on Cataleya, one year on Luna, and now his third season on Nocturno. He brings solid maritime knowledge and a
strong team-focused attitude to the deck crew.
As Lead Deckhand, Mario is responsible for supporting deck operations, guest assistance, maintenance, and helping ensure the deck team runs smoothly and
efficiently each day.
A former professional football player with several Croatian clubs, Mario keeps his active mindset through sport and also values quiet time spent fishing.
Andrija Kartušić — Deckhand (Croatian)
Andrija graduated from the Technical School for Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics in Split. He holds a Category B license and a D7 certificate for
engine room watch duties. With five years on Luna, one year on Dalmatino, and now his third season on Nocturno, he brings strong technical knowledge and
dependable onboard experience.
As Engineer / Deckhand, Andrija supports both the technical and deck side of life on board, helping maintain the yacht’s systems while also assisting with
daily operations and guest support when needed.
When off duty, Andrija follows motorsports closely, especially high-performance cars and racing culture.
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