Power Yacht Far Niente

Jason would like to take this opportunity to welcome you aboard M/Y Far Niente and introduce you to the rest of the crew:

Captain (Rotation): Peter Martin | South Africa

Previous Yachts: Arioso (130’), Lady J (142’), Unforgettable (100’), Mystic (150’)

Born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa, Peter spent his vacations on the Cape, where he found his love for the ocean. After finishing high school, Peter decided to try his hand in the service industry and began working in fine-dining restaurants as a waiter, where he quickly climbed the corporate ladder and landed himself in management positions. After spending his early hospitality years overseeing the operations of various restaurants and nightclubs, he decided to venture into restaurant ownership with his childhood friend, and they found themselves opening a Portuguese restaurant called ‘Cescos’. After four years of growing and nurturing his business, Pete decided to explore his ever-growing interest in the yachting industry. He packed his bags and moved to South Florida, the yachting hub of the world. After 3 years working his way up in the industry, Peter proceeded to Captain several successful charter boats, such as ‘Arioso’, ‘Unforgettable’, ‘Lady J’ and ‘Mystic’. He currently holds his MCA Master 3000 and has been running motor yachts for the last 14 years, traveling extensively along the East Coast of the US, Bahamas, Caribbean and Mediterranean. He is extremely competent, enthusiastic, and loves utilizing his hospitality background and hidden talents on charter. When Pete is not onboard, he can be found scratching beats on his DJ decks, cycling through South Florida on his mountain bike or facetiming his pet Frenchie, Dave. Pete has a vast knowledge of yachting and chartering and is more than eager to create a safe and memorable vacation for all onboard M/Y FAR NIENTE.

Hobbies: Surfing, fishing and SCUBA diving

First Mate: Lindsay Semino | USA

Previous Yachts: M/V Aqua Cat, M/Y Vista Blue.

Lindsey was born and raised in Arizona. She previously worked as a trainer Jockey for a horse track but her love for the water convinced her to make a change into the maritime industry. She has been in the maritime industry ever since, 13 years now and counting. She gained extensive experience as a dockhand at a marina and from working at a boat & jet ski rental company. From there she decided to take her career further and worked onboard a dive boat while obtaining her Captain's license. With her passion of the ocean and determination to ensure every guest has a blast onboard, you are guaranteed to have a trip to remember onboard M/Y Far Niente!

Hobbies: Diving, kite surfing, wakeboarding, horseback riding, and traveling

Chef (Rotation): Paul Citatello | South Africa

Previous Yachts: M/Y Eclipse (538ft) Worldwide Itinerary, M/Y Luna (377ft), M/Y Ebony Shine (249ft) M/Y Yalla (252ft)

Paul is originally from the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town, South Africa. Being from Cape Town gave him tremendous love and respect for the ocean. He worked in top Restaurants and Hotels in South Africa, Australia and London for 10 years, then joined the Yachting industry in order to fulfil his wanderlust and passion for travel. Paul loves exploring local markets, sourcing the freshest local ingredients to showcase his culinary knowledge. He has 16 year’s experience in the industry and is looking forward to welcoming you onboard Far Niente.

Hobbies: Surfing, Golf, Tennis & Hiking.

Chef (Rotation): Rico Haring | South Africa/Switzerland

Previous Yachts: Mimi la Sardine (34m), Tatii (42m), Elysium I (34m), Tender To (27m), Good Year (30m), Lady Sharon Gale (33m)

Born in South Africa, Rico moved to Switzerland when he was 5 years old, where he lived for 15 years. Shortly after receiving his diploma from the culinary institute Lausanne, he decided it was time to expand and start his career as a qualified chef. Rico followed his passion for food around the world, working in many European countries as well as

Brazil, Tokyo and Australia to name just a few. He was driven by this untameable hunger and constant need to discover new flavours and spices within different cultures. Once Rico discovered the yachting industry, there was no looking back, he eventually found himself working on mega yachts in the Caribbean. He has resided on the Caribbean Island of St-Martin for 12 years, where he is happily married. Rico is happy to share his knowledge and passion for the culinary arts with his guests should they wish to ask for him it not only about being a chef and preparing meals, it’s way more than that. It’s a lifestyle, taking the best of what Mother Earth provides him with, in all its beauty, adding his knowledge, passion heart and soul and creating exceptional cuisine.

Hobbies: Creating Jewellery, Diving, Surfing, Kiteboarding, Wakeboarding, Hiking

Ask Rico what is your profession?” He will say: I am a food artist".

Chief Stewardess: Leah Anonsen | United States

Previous Yachts: Just Enough (43m), Robbie Bobby (34m), M3 (45m), Take 5 (40m)

Leah comes from a quaint town in Annapolis, Maryland near the water. She was actively involved in extracurriculars and highly competitive in field hockey, which she played well into college. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Relations and Advertising from Towson University. Shortly thereafter, she pursued her love for photography and videography. However, she was craving something different and decided to uproot her life and move to Sydney, Australia and become an au pair. She fell in love with traveling and didn’t want to return home after living abroad and there she discovered yachting. She has a bubbly, friendly personality that makes everyone feel welcome when around her, which makes her perfect for her role as a Chief Stewardess. She has a love for the water but also loves traveling the globe shredding the slopes on her snowboard in her spare time.

Hobbies: Snowboarding, field hockey, hiking, working out, traveling, photography & videography.

2nd Stewardess: Lana MacLeod | Canada

Previous Yachts: Audaces (45m)

Born and raised just north of Toronto, Ontario, Lana attended Nippissing University where she gained her Bachelors degree in Environmental studies. Her passion for sustainability lead her to volunteer in Nassau where she found her place in yachting. With a bachelors degree in Environmental studies and a passion for diving; ocean conservation and sustainability are very important to her. Lana practices a green lifestyle and participates regularly in beach cleanups. Lana has been in the yachting industry for more then 3 years. She enjoys the challenges and takes pride in providing excellent service, devoted to making your stay on board an exclusive and unforgettable one.

Hobbies: Surfing, Hiking, Biking, Design & Photography

Deck Stew: Ilona Fricova | Czech Republic

Previous Yachts: S/Y Sagittarius and S/Y 01

Ilona was born and raised in a tiny village in the Czech Republic. Growing up she had an affinity for the water kayaking the local rivers and even building her own canoe at a young age, with the help of her parents. With her love for the water, she sailed her way into the Maritime Industry leaving her country, ending up on the French Island of Martinique. After cruising both the Windward and Leeward Islands and obtaining her RYA Yacht Master, she joined Far Niente where she has spent the past 6 months working aboard as deck/stewardess and certified rescue diver.

Hobbies: Diving, wakeboarding, kayaking, hiking and traveling

Chief Engineer (Rotation): Jordan Jones | Mexico

Previous Yachts: Fountainhead (288’), El Rey (115’), Moon Goddess (115’)

Jordan was born in Tampico, Mexico but now is settled in Cabo San Lucas where he calls home, and he loves to spend time traveling around the Baja California peninsula. He spent four years in a Merchant Marine School, after he graduated in 2015 he started his internship onboard commercial boats for one year while traveling around the Pacific side of Mexico and South America. After that he got his engineering ticket and moved into the yachting industry in 2017.

Hobbies: working out, chess and reading.

Chief Engineer (Rotation): Marco Tostado | Mexico

Previous Yachts: Fountainhead (288’), El Rey (115’), Moon Goddess (115’)

Marco was Born in Tampico, Mexico. But settled in Mazatlan Mexico. Well known as a quaint fishing town with great seafood, he lives there with his family. After four years spent at Merchant Marine School he graduated in 2015. After a one year internship on large vessels traveling around the Pacific side of Mexico and South America and the Pacific Ocean Marco was given the opportunity to work as engineering Officer on the 930ft Carnival Horizon. After 4 years in the cruise industry it was an easy sidestep into yachting and natural progression.

Hobbies: Working Out, Chess and Reading