Name: Emily Jaye
Nationality: Australian
Position: Chief steward/ess
Position details: Chief Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Growing up in North Queensland, Emily always enjoyed the sun and the sea. She decided to give up her job in banking back in 2011 and take on a completely different adventure in the yachting industry. Joining her first vessel in the Mediterranean as a deck/stew and gaining her Yachtmaster, she switched to an interior role, and within a few years gained her first role as Chief Stewardess. Emily has a passion for all things wine and has recently completed her WSET level 2. With a strong attention to detail, Emily loves to interact with the guests and ensure they always have everything they need to make their trip a memorable one.
Name: Kate Hawkins
Nationality: South African
Position: Stewardess
Position details: Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Kate, originally from the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay in South Africa, made the decision to move to London after finishing school to pursue a career in travel and tourism. Driven by her passion to explore the world and soak up the sun, she eventually found her calling in yachting. Since joining her first boat in Europe in 2015, Kate has embraced the opportunity to travel and has never looked back. With a background in interior design, Kate has developed a keen eye for detail which she applies in all aspects of her work. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure excellence. During her free time, Kate loves to immerse herself in the beauty and adventure of the ocean and its beaches, cherishing the tranquillity it offers. Her top priority is to guarantee a pleasurable experience for all guests on NORTHERN ESCAPE, making every effort to enhance your experience and ensure your satisfaction.
Name: Nic Holmes
Nationality: New Zealand
Position: Dive Instructor
Position details: Deckhand/Dive instructor
Languages: Not specified
Description: Hailing from Waihi Beach in New Zealand, Nic carries an enduring passion for travel and exploration. After years working on the Great Barrier Reef and later captaining an explorer‑style vessel throughout the Mediterranean, he has now set his sights on the diving opportunities, new adventures, and underwater horizons of the South Pacific. Energetic, enthusiastic, and deeply committed to guest experience, Nic ensures everyone in his care enjoys the adventure of a lifetime.
Name: Rebekah Sayle
Nationality: British
Position: Stewardess
Position details: Second Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Rebekah (Bex) grew up on a small Island in Wales which immediately taught her to appreciate the smaller things in life. From a young age, Bex always had a passion for the sea, water sports and travel and realised she could combine all 3 within the luxury yachting industry whilst travelling the world. Working in 5-star holiday accommodation, Bex was able to gain experience in what would lead to a role on board her first vessel as a stewardess in 2015. Bex has an effervescent personality which is highly contagious. She genuinely loves to see her guests enjoying themselves. In her spare time, you will always find Bex taking part in water sports be it kitesurfing, wakeboarding or soaking up the sun on a Stand-up Paddle.
Name: Sam Aldred
Nationality: Australian
Position: Captain
Position details: Captain
Languages: Not specified
Description: Sam brings a wealth of knowledge and a positive energy to his leadership role onboard M.Y. Northern Escape. Leaving Australia at just 17 years of age to pursue a career in yachting, Sam has since been travelling the world working on yachts ranging in size from 25m – 85m gaining his qualifications in both his role as Captain and Engineer. With both parents working as Captains on vessels in Australia, Sam’s life always revolved around the water, this is his true passion and first love. It gave him an insight into what the role of a Captain entails from an early age.
Sam’s career started on the Great Barrier Reef, follow by the Carribean & Mediterranean, since then he has travelled the waters extensively gaining a wealth of knowledge of the local areas and the most exclusive anchorages. He has a love for fishing, diving and all things water and is racing off to the closest golf course in his time off. With an emphasis on attention to detail and safety onboard, Sam and his crew are always attentive to the guests’ needs and aims to create a safe and unforgettable experience.
Name: Tom Pilz
Nationality: Australian
Position: Chief engineer
Position details: Chief Engineer
Languages: Not specified
Description: Growing up on the Northern Beaches of Australia, Tom’s life has always gravitated towards the water. Born into a family of engineers, Tom’s love for the water would soon take his engineering mind where it feels most at home. Tom’s career has not been your run-of-the-mill superyacht career, having started aboard one of the oldest superyachts in the world. With experience in both diesel and steam engines, Tom brings a plethora of knowledge and experience to the Northern Escape team. When he’s not running around behind the scenes, he enjoys spending his time exploring both above and below the water. Whether it’s sailing the oceans or motorbike riding through the remote mountains of Cambodia, Tom’s thirst for adventure is never truly quenched. His career has taken him to some of the furthest reaches of the planet, teaching him invaluable skills along the way. From the AV to the engine room, no task is too big or too small for Tom ensuring that you enjoy your uninterrupted experience aboard Northern Escape.
Name: Ste Booker
Nationality: British
Position: First Officer
Position details: Chief Mate
Languages: Not specified
Description: As the son of a Master Mariner, it was only fate that Ste would embark on a career on the ocean, sharing the same passion and dedication within the maritime industry as his father. From a young age, Ste has been in a leadership role teaching Kitesurfing in Wales and then in 2015 began his career on board his first Superyacht. As the Chief Mate on board M/Y Northern Escape, Ste has a great understanding of seamanship and safety and places a significant emphasis on the guests’ overall experience, ensuring their enjoyment levels are always as high as possible and, of course, include some water sports. Ste loves to spend his downtime kitesurfing, fishing or having a round of golf.
Name: Grant Logan
Nationality:
Position: Chef
Position details: Chef
Languages: Not specified
Description: Hailing from the sun-kissed shores of Port Elizabeth along South Africa’s Eastern Cape, Grant is a culinary visionary whose journey has led him to the far corners of the world. Honing his craft in the most upscale of Cape Town’s dining establishments and exclusive residences, Grant Logan is renowned for his ability to create dishes that captivate every sense. Grant’s culinary odyssey soon led him to the open seas, as he embarked on a gastronomic adventure aboard some of the world’s finest superyachts. From the Caribbean’s azure waters to the expanse of the United States, including an epic Atlantic crossing on the elegant M.Y. Lady Sara, his culinary prowess graced prestigious vessels like M.Y. Double Down. Grant is now head chef on the 41-meter Benetti Oasis yacht, M.Y. Northern Escape, navigating the scenic Mediterranean waters.
Emily Jaye — Chief steward/ess (Australian)
Growing up in North Queensland, Emily always enjoyed the sun and the sea. She decided to give up her job in banking back in 2011 and take on a completely different adventure in the yachting industry. Joining her first vessel in the Mediterranean as a deck/stew and gaining her Yachtmaster, she switched to an interior role, and within a few years gained her first role as Chief Stewardess. Emily has a passion for all things wine and has recently completed her WSET level 2. With a strong attention to detail, Emily loves to interact with the guests and ensure they always have everything they need to make their trip a memorable one.
Kate Hawkins — Stewardess (South African)
Kate, originally from the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay in South Africa, made the decision to move to London after finishing school to pursue a career in travel and tourism. Driven by her passion to explore the world and soak up the sun, she eventually found her calling in yachting. Since joining her first boat in Europe in 2015, Kate has embraced the opportunity to travel and has never looked back. With a background in interior design, Kate has developed a keen eye for detail which she applies in all aspects of her work. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure excellence. During her free time, Kate loves to immerse herself in the beauty and adventure of the ocean and its beaches, cherishing the tranquillity it offers. Her top priority is to guarantee a pleasurable experience for all guests on NORTHERN ESCAPE, making every effort to enhance your experience and ensure your satisfaction.
Nic Holmes — Dive Instructor (New Zealand)
Hailing from Waihi Beach in New Zealand, Nic carries an enduring passion for travel and exploration. After years working on the Great Barrier Reef and later captaining an explorer‑style vessel throughout the Mediterranean, he has now set his sights on the diving opportunities, new adventures, and underwater horizons of the South Pacific. Energetic, enthusiastic, and deeply committed to guest experience, Nic ensures everyone in his care enjoys the adventure of a lifetime.
Rebekah Sayle — Stewardess (British)
Rebekah (Bex) grew up on a small Island in Wales which immediately taught her to appreciate the smaller things in life. From a young age, Bex always had a passion for the sea, water sports and travel and realised she could combine all 3 within the luxury yachting industry whilst travelling the world. Working in 5-star holiday accommodation, Bex was able to gain experience in what would lead to a role on board her first vessel as a stewardess in 2015. Bex has an effervescent personality which is highly contagious. She genuinely loves to see her guests enjoying themselves. In her spare time, you will always find Bex taking part in water sports be it kitesurfing, wakeboarding or soaking up the sun on a Stand-up Paddle.
Sam Aldred — Captain (Australian)
Sam brings a wealth of knowledge and a positive energy to his leadership role onboard M.Y. Northern Escape. Leaving Australia at just 17 years of age to pursue a career in yachting, Sam has since been travelling the world working on yachts ranging in size from 25m – 85m gaining his qualifications in both his role as Captain and Engineer. With both parents working as Captains on vessels in Australia, Sam’s life always revolved around the water, this is his true passion and first love. It gave him an insight into what the role of a Captain entails from an early age.
Sam’s career started on the Great Barrier Reef, follow by the Carribean & Mediterranean, since then he has travelled the waters extensively gaining a wealth of knowledge of the local areas and the most exclusive anchorages. He has a love for fishing, diving and all things water and is racing off to the closest golf course in his time off. With an emphasis on attention to detail and safety onboard, Sam and his crew are always attentive to the guests’ needs and aims to create a safe and unforgettable experience.
Tom Pilz — Chief engineer (Australian)
Growing up on the Northern Beaches of Australia, Tom’s life has always gravitated towards the water. Born into a family of engineers, Tom’s love for the water would soon take his engineering mind where it feels most at home. Tom’s career has not been your run-of-the-mill superyacht career, having started aboard one of the oldest superyachts in the world. With experience in both diesel and steam engines, Tom brings a plethora of knowledge and experience to the Northern Escape team. When he’s not running around behind the scenes, he enjoys spending his time exploring both above and below the water. Whether it’s sailing the oceans or motorbike riding through the remote mountains of Cambodia, Tom’s thirst for adventure is never truly quenched. His career has taken him to some of the furthest reaches of the planet, teaching him invaluable skills along the way. From the AV to the engine room, no task is too big or too small for Tom ensuring that you enjoy your uninterrupted experience aboard Northern Escape.
Ste Booker — First Officer (British)
As the son of a Master Mariner, it was only fate that Ste would embark on a career on the ocean, sharing the same passion and dedication within the maritime industry as his father. From a young age, Ste has been in a leadership role teaching Kitesurfing in Wales and then in 2015 began his career on board his first Superyacht. As the Chief Mate on board M/Y Northern Escape, Ste has a great understanding of seamanship and safety and places a significant emphasis on the guests’ overall experience, ensuring their enjoyment levels are always as high as possible and, of course, include some water sports. Ste loves to spend his downtime kitesurfing, fishing or having a round of golf.
Grant Logan — Chef ( )
Hailing from the sun-kissed shores of Port Elizabeth along South Africa’s Eastern Cape, Grant is a culinary visionary whose journey has led him to the far corners of the world. Honing his craft in the most upscale of Cape Town’s dining establishments and exclusive residences, Grant Logan is renowned for his ability to create dishes that captivate every sense. Grant’s culinary odyssey soon led him to the open seas, as he embarked on a gastronomic adventure aboard some of the world’s finest superyachts. From the Caribbean’s azure waters to the expanse of the United States, including an epic Atlantic crossing on the elegant M.Y. Lady Sara, his culinary prowess graced prestigious vessels like M.Y. Double Down. Grant is now head chef on the 41-meter Benetti Oasis yacht, M.Y. Northern Escape, navigating the scenic Mediterranean waters.
