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Dock Walking Tips for Green Crew

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Yachting is a very competitive industry to break into. Every year, large numbers of crew are keen to gain their first experiences in the industry, and most entry-level crew gain their first experiences by dock walking. With pre-season preparations and last-minute turnarounds, yachts are often looking for enthusiastic crew to help them get the boat […]

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What Certificates Do I Need to Work Onboard a Yacht?

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If you’re considering a career at sea, you’ll need specific certificates to work onboard a yacht. In this blog, we’ll cover everything you’ll need to kickstart your career, from compulsory qualifications to extra training courses that will impress your future employer. The key certificates you’ll need to work on a yacht To work in the […]

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Yachting Life: An Insider’s Perspective

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Yachting life can be both exciting and demanding for its crew. It offers unique experiences but also comes with its own challenges, which we will explore in this article. Daily Routine Work Schedule The first challenge many face are the long, irregular hours, especially during charters. The days can start early and end late, often […]

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What to bring on board? – Green Yacht Crew Tips

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Congratulations, you’ve secured your first contract to work on board a yacht! You’re probably very excited and want to be prepared and make a list of what to pack. But what do you pack as a green yacht crew member? Our comprehensive list will help you pack all the essentials you’ll need whilst working at […]

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Lien’s Career At Sea Journey

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We sat down with Viking Crew’s Assistant Placement Manager, Lien Eggermont, to learn more about her spontaneous career at sea, and the inspiring opportunities a life at sea can offer. What made you consider a career at sea? Lien: “I hadn’t really considered a career at sea before my time as a stewardess. In all […]

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