jobs on yachts for couples

Impartial training and careers advice

Call us: +441983 280 641

+441983 280 641

Are There Jobs on Super Yachts For Couples?

• Are There Jobs on Super Yachts For Coupl...

There are relationships that start whilst working on board superyachts, however you may already be in one and wondering whether it is possible for both of you to get a job on the same yacht.

The quick answer is – yes, it is possible for couples to get a yacht crew jobs together, however there are different challenges you may face.

Whilst we can’t be the voice for all superyachts, from our experience of training deckhands and stewardesses , the ones who are in a relationship have gone on to be successful as a couple and work together on yachts.

Initially, you may find very polar opinions from captains and recruitment agencies with regards to working as a couple on a yacht.

Some view people in relationships as being more reliable and settled. This in turn may mean you are less likely to party and/or go astray.

You are probably also willing to go the extra mile to help each other out when work gets tough on board the yacht. This is especially useful on small boats where the team always need to be looking out for one another.

However, every couple in the world will have an argument at some point, which may disrupt and disturb the harmony on board the ship.

Cabin arrangements can be tricky on bigger boats for couples, but smaller boats will be more accommodating, but the salaries are normally slightly lower.

This may sound obvious, but you must also remember to try to join in…some couples spend a lot of time with each other and forget to integrate themselves into the team.

This can be a concern for the captain who wouldn’t want a disjointed workforce.

There will be some jobs you apply for where the captain feels strongly about not having a couple on board, therefore you will just have to accept that boat is not for you and move on.

How to get a job on a yacht as a couple

There will be a few ‘couple friendly’ jobs, but the most common and easiest route to getting work as a couple on a yacht is to apply as an individual.

There will be far more opportunities and this way offers the path of least resistance to get your foot through the door and establish a good working relationship with the boat.

Then when another position becomes available, you will be in a great position to put your partner forward as a candidate.

If you start off working hard and get along with the crew, they will trust your recommendation and chances are you will be working as a couple in no time.  

When applying for roles, keep your yachting CV ’s separate. Having your CV separate will look more professional and remember you are an individual with your own experiences and strengths.

Once you get through the initial screening phase, now is the perfect time to bring up you are in a relationship and your goal is to work together.

The boat will want to know that you have a strong relationship and if you have worked together before. It would be good to be armed with answers and to have a strong reference that can back this up.

So, you may have to prepare yourselves to be working separately for a while but keep focused on that goal of working together.

There is superyacht work out there for couples, so with the right attitude and perseverance, you will be able to find work and start a new exciting career together.

If you decide to do a Superyacht Course with Flying Fish, we can help you as much as possible while you prepare for this incredible industry.

Related articles

• Seafarers Tax

Do I need to pay off my Student loan if I work on a Superyacht?

Good question! First, let me say that the information below is aimed at people who have studied in the UK and took out a Student Loan to cover course ...

Have I got the right experience to work in yachting?

If you’re thinking about working on board a Superyacht, we share the skills and experience you need and how to get into the yachting industry in thi...

Download – Ultimate Guide to Working on Superyachts

So you’re thinking about getting a job on a Superyacht? Having a career on a Superyacht is a dream job: it will change your life forever. You g...

Yacht Crew Job Board

With Bluewater's expertise in crew training and yacht crew recruitment, finding your ideal yacht crew vacancy is simple. We offer yacht management services to a variety of exclusive superyachts. Our team excels in sourcing top-notch yacht crew positions, spanning from 25-meter private yachts in the Bahamas to 50-metre charter yachts in the Mediterranean to luxurious 100+ metre superyachts navigating the globe extensively.

120 yacht crew jobs available now.

Yacht Crew Training

Alongside sourcing the latest yacht crew jobs worldwide, Bluewater offers a range of specialised yacht crew training courses. Whether you're new to the superyacht industry seeking entry-level qualifications, an experienced deckhand or engineer aiming to advance your career, or a dedicated crew member looking to enhance your resume with certifications like HELM (Human Element Leadership and Management), Yachtmaster, or OOW (Officer of the Watch), explore our comprehensive yacht crew training options.

Working on a Luxury Yacht

Working as a crew member on a superyacht is undeniably one of the most rewarding yet demanding professions, calling for hard work, dedication, and professional training. The opportunities within the yachting industry are vast, and at Bluewater, we are committed to helping every crew member discover their ideal yacht crew position. Our recruitment division focuses on finding the perfect yacht for crew members and provides unparalleled professional support. Our recruitment experts guide crew members through every step of their yachting career journey, ensuring they receive the best possible assistance.

Manage Your Yacht Career

Whether you're seeking a yacht crew position as a deckhand, engineer, onboard masseuse, stewardess, chef, chief stewardess, purser, first officer, or captain, take control of your yacht career. Create a profile and join one of the world's largest yachting communities for free.

120 JOBS FOUND

• Rotation 3:1
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, Food & Hygiene Level 2, Crowd Management Training, Crisis Management Training, PDSD, Hairdressing Qualifications
• Experience: 1 Year
• Salary: 3000EUR (DOE)
• Rotation 2:1
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, PDSD, Food & Hygiene Level 2, Crowd Management Training, Crisis Management Training
• Experience: 3 Years
• Salary: 3700EUR (DOE)
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, Food & Hygiene Level 2, PDSD, Crowd Management Certificate, Spa Therapy, Massage & Beauty Qualifications
• Experience: 1 year
• Rotation 1:1
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, Food & Hygiene Level 2, Crowd Management Training, Crisis Management Training, PDSD
• Experience: 3 Years in a Senior role
• Salary: 5000 EUR (DOE)
• Rotational 2:2
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, PDSD, Food handling level 2
• Experience: 3-5 years
• Salary: 5000 euros
• Seasonal until the end of Sept
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1
• Experience: 3+ years
• Salary: DOE
• Seasonal, could become permanent
• Experience: Previous Chief Stewardess Experience
• Salary: €5500
• Until 20th June
• Experience: cooking
• Salary: €4000
• 10 weeks on 10 weeks off
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1,
• Experience: large or commercial vessels
• Salary: 6000 euros
• Qualifications: OOW3000GT
• Experience: 2 years minimum
• Salary: $5,500 USD

Back to Blog

Careers Crew Advice Superyacht Industry Insights

Are couples’ roles on the rise in yachting? 1 August 2023

couples roles crew couples Superyacht Crew yacht crew

In a recent social media poll, 62% of crew said that their yacht was couples-friendly and while we have certainly seen a rise in people looking for couples’ roles, they remain rare.

Just 5% of yacht jobs are actively seeking couples on average, and only a further 5% would be open to hiring a couple if the candidates were right and the timing aligned.

What respondents of this poll probably meant, however, is that their yacht is accepting of developing relationships onboard.

With this in mind, let’s take a look at some of the key characteristics of a couples role in yachting, when and where they might be available and how to nab yourself one if you are half of a loving pair…

Joining a yacht together

Very occasionally a superyacht will be looking for a solid crew couple, and this is most probably down to cabin arrangements. This is likely to be a smaller-sized yacht, and for this reason, a wider skillset would be hugely beneficial in a couple as roles may be cross-department. Think stew/chef or deck/engineer, for example.

Therefore, if you are already in a couple and looking for your next gig together, you might need to downsize.  

Joining a yacht separately

A more common opportunity will be for you and your partner to continue your job search individually, but enquire whether the yacht is open to having couples onboard. This way, you could put your other half forward when a role arises in their department.

This will not necessarily mean you’ll get to stay in the same cabin, but it could be an advantage for the yacht too.

The caveat here, and what we often find, is one of you is usually better at your job than the other. You’ll first need to work you’re a**e off to impress the yacht enough to even consider your other half and then hope that they don’t drag you down, or vice versa.

Falling head over heels onboard

Although not everyone joins a yacht with the intention of starting a relationship, being in such close quarters with people, and being away from home for long periods, will undoubtedly lead to romance for some.

Few yachts have very strict rules prohibiting relationships onboard – or more specifically, casual ones. This does appear to have phased out over the years, but in most cases, you’ll need to disclose relationships to your Captain or HOD.

Strength in numbers

Crews can be clicky at the best of times, so imagine what tension can be caused when a couple fights or breaks up when working on the same boat. And this is, understandably, one of the biggest turn-offs for yachts.

If you’re actively seeking a couples’ role, then you need to prove that you are solid – not only as an experienced crew member, but also as a pair. Longevity in your relationship will be as important as the longevity on your CV.

If you’ve been together for 12 months but working on different yachts, with different leave patterns, then stolen weekends here and there will be more like having a six-week relationship.

Downsides of couples’ roles for a yacht

Cabin arrangements and great crew candidates aside, taking on a couple can be seen as riskier for yacht.

Firstly, a toxic couple can have a terrible impact on the overall atmosphere onboard. Even if you’re totally loved up, you might isolate yourself from the rest of the crew in favour of spending time alone together when you can.

If one resigns, then it’s also likely that the other will follow, meaning there is a higher rate of attrition among couples in yachting.

Finally, if both of you are at a senior or HOD level, then you could be seen to yield too much power onboard.

Want more tips on how to success in a couples’ role? Read these other top tips here from our consultant, Glen, who worked on three different yachts with his now-wife.

About the author

Sophie Wells

Superyacht jobs market update – q2 2023, how to maintain your jet skis onboard, keep up to date sign up to the quay crew newsletter.

I have read the Terms & Conditions and would like to be added to the mailing list

• Superyacht Recruitment Services
• Superyacht Captain Recruitment
• Partnerships
• Meet the Team
• Work for Us
• Land-based Recruitment Services
• Private Residence Recruitment Services
• Current Vacancies
• Crew Resources
• Candidate Registration
• Client Login / Register
• Candidate Login / Register

 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST

Free masterclass, yachting courses, watch my free live masterclass "how to get a job on a yacht" .

back to blog

7 Ways To Nail Your First 7 Days As A Yacht Stew.

Freebie alert: Junior Stews Download now

Blog Categories

Superyacht jobs, life onboard, about yachting, listen now.

Hear about the real yacht life, info on how to kickstart your superyacht career and tips on becoming a super stew.

The Seaworthy Stew: Podcast 

 A Chief Stew with 6+ years experience in the superyacht industry. I help aspiring crew confidently land their first job and teach the skills needed to be a stand out YACHT STEW.

Hey, I'm Jess

5 Tips On Getting A Couple’s Job In Yachting

Superyacht jobs, filed under:.

 Tune in via

Listen now- check out the seaworthy stew podcast here.

Are you wondering about couple’s positions in yachting and if there’s any chance of working together?  In this episode, I share 5 tips for the lovebirds wanting to start a career working on superyachts with their partner.

You may have been planning to do this solo and coincidentally meet the man of your dreams 3 months prior and they decide to be a part of the adventure, it happens! Or maybe it’s been a #couplegoal for you two for a while now!  

Either way it’s possible, you will both just need the right attitude and perseverance, to find work together in the yachting industry

  So I have 5 Tips for getting your first couple’s job onboard…

• If you don’t have any yachting experience apply for jobs individually at first – Think of this as a stepping stone to the couples job. There is a much better chance of you getting a foot in the door if you both get a job separately in the beginning. The industry is competitive and couples positions are in high demand! Most likely if you have no experience onboard and have not been in a relationship for over a year the chance of getting your first job on a yacht will be fairly slim. This stepping stone is what a lot of couples I know had to do in the beginning to work together.  Something important to remember is that you need to be prepared front the beginning to make compromises. From your ideal positions onboard to crew cabin arrangements.  You may get a job together but not share a cabin straight away, this is because cabin arrangements are carefully thought out to accommodate each crew member  and their position onboard.
• Once you have developed a good working relationship on your first boat you can try and put your partner forward as a candidate if a position becomes available. Job turnover is higher than a usual job so you can expect positions to become available after most seasons or at least once a year. It would be good to also make sure not everyone knows everything about you and your partners relationships. It may not increase your chances of getting a job together if the whole crew knows when you have a fight with your partner or you’re upset because of something that was said.  From a head of departments point of view if you hear the relationship could be the slightest bit unsteady it is unlikely we will want to bring your partner onboard. The less drama onboard the better!
• Review your Yachting CV – When applying for your first superyacht job, keep your yachting CV’s separate. Having your CV separate will look more professional and remember you are an individual with your own experiences and strengths. Once you have some experience onboard and are looking to stake the next step then you will need to have Cvs which mirror each other. Both CVs will have the same layout/formatting/style and correct length of time you have been in the relationship for.
• The boat will want to know that you have a strong relationship and if you have worked together before. It would be good to be armed with answers and to have a strong reference that can back this up. So think about this before you start applying toegtehr, you need to be convincing. 
• When you have experience in yachting you should be applying for every job not just couples jobs. You never know what opportunities the boat may havewhen they look at your CV. If they like you as a candidate and you say you are looking for a couples position, better to be honest and put it out there to see if you have any luck!

So there is the 5 tips if youre thinking about couples jobs – Apply separately at first, put your partner forward on a boat you have a great working relationship with, get matching CVS, have a strong reference and apply for every job! When you are looking for a couple position it’s important to make sure you both know the goal, to get a job on the same boat. If you understand you may be working separately for a while but keep focused on that goal of working together it will make more sense when times get a little tough when you’re without them. 

Well I hope that’s helped some of you love birds out there! I will have to do a podcast episode on relationships onboard as that’s a whole other ball game you’re bound to come across at some point! If you would like more information on your first steps to starting your new yachting career, I have a free ebook you can download – Click here

listen to the podcast

About .

I’m a chief stewardess with over 6 years experience working in the superyacht industry on boats up to 88m. I help aspiring yacht crew by propelling them with the know-how and tools to confidently break into the superyacht industry.

Hey, I'm Jess a friendly Yacht Stew here to help!

@THESEAWORTHYSTEW

privacy & terms

© 2020 the seaworthy stew, masterclass, listen on the podcast.

welcome, friend

How To Get a Job on a Yacht as a Couple

Is it easy to find a couples position?

How long does it usually take to get a position together?

Are there many couple-friendly boats in the industry?

Can crew couples actually work together?

These are some of the questions we’ve been getting lately from couples looking to work together and with the Mediterranean season fast approaching, we are quite certain that many couples are already on the lookout for their new role together onboard.

There really is no right or wrong way or hard and fast rule when it comes to working together. Sometimes it is as simple as being in the right place at the right time. Either way, it takes the right attitude and perseverance to find work together in the yachting industry.

Sure, there will be a few ‘couple friendly’ jobs, but the most common and possibly the easiest route to getting work as a couple is to apply as an individual. This will provide far more opportunities and offers the path of least resistance to get your foot in the door and establish a good relationship with the boat, allowing you to be in a better position to put your partner forward when the opportunity arises.

Keep in mind that you are both individuals with your own experiences and strengths so keeping your CVs separate is key. This will show professionalism and that you are able to separate your personal relationship from your career.

Another option is to be completely honest and look for jobs purely as a couple and not consider anything else. Be straightforward about your goal during interviews. This approach will probably take longer but you may be happier. It may be a good idea to give yourselves a timeframe and then assess your plans if it takes longer than your set time frame.

Once you both have a season or two of experience under your belt, getting work together should be much easier. You may need to look on it as a short term sacrifice for the longer term gain.

Does it work for everyone?

Just like with everything else, working together as a couple has its pros and cons. It’s best to remember that even though working together seems like the ideal situation, it isn’t always the best option. Being onboard can sometimes get lonely and one of the best things about working together is that you will always have that someone to talk to after a busy day.

So is working together for you?

Every couple is different just as every boat is different. The bottom line is that there are great amount of things to consider when deciding to pursue a career together on board. It’s not easy an journey, not for everyone anyway. However, if you and your partner are persistent and determined, you will find the perfect positions that suit you both.

We’re here to help

Elan House, 5a Little Park Farm Road, Fareham, Hampshire PO15 5SJ

Yacht Crew Jobs

Available jobs, available yacht jobs.

Yacht, marine industry and estate jobs now available.

Yacht Crew Glossary

Tips for getting a Couples Job

by theyachtstew

We worked on separate boats when Ben & I first met, doing completely different itineraries. It ended up that we only saw each other 11 times during our first six months of dating. And while I wouldn’t change anything about our relationship or how we got to where we are today, I did come to realise just how hard long-distance is! After our first season of long-distance, we both quit our jobs, flew to the UK & then Canada to meet each other’s families & started to look for a job together. In the past five years, we have ALWAYS worked on the same yacht & have been hired as a couple.

Don’t get me wrong, though, it hasn’t always been easy looking for a position together & I’m sure you’re not surprised to hear that our first job as a couple was by far the hardest to find! We started looking before we had been together for a year (which agents said was not long enough) & struggled to find a yacht that took us seriously.

With the Med season fast approaching, I have no doubt there will be many lovebirds looking for a couple’s position, so here are a few of my tips that have worked for us! *As always, these are 100% my opinions, so take what you will from it!

P.S. I am well aware that my EPs are upside down! They were swapped as soon as this photo was taken! 

Matching CV’s When I print out couples CV’s & they look identical in terms of formatting, font & layout, it is visually a lot easier when presenting them to the Captain. It shows you have taken the time to work together on your CV’s, you understand the need to come across as a uniformed front & it looks professional.

Length of Relationship On my CV it says… Team Position: Ben Hulbert (together six years) One of the first questions I ask couples is how long they have been together & being as open & honest in your CV WILL help! Now that we are you are married, I will tweak it to this: Team Position: Ben Hulbert (together six years & married) The longer the length of time, the more stability you offer to a crew  & the higher your chance of being put closer towards the top of the pile.

Be prepared for compromise. One yacht we joined was a significant compromise for Ben. He had already been in the industry for two years and had an additional five years as a qualified boat builder in the UK – so it is needless to say, he was ready to step up to Bosun on a 50m. Unfortunately, the yacht only had 2nd stew (with no 3rd onboard, so after three years on yachts, I stepped into a junior role) and a Deckhand Role. We probably wouldn’t have applied for it as we were just about to resign after a hectic year & wanted a month off. It was, however, THE boat. The one we had spoken about on our first dates, with its dreamy West Coast Itinerary & incredible reputation for fantastic Owners. So we applied & thankfully got the position and ended up staying for three years. I moved to Chief Stew while ben moved to Bosun. None of that would have been possible if we weren’t willing to compromise and step down.

Another compromise we made was concerning cabin arrangements. On our most recent yacht, if we accepted the job together, we were told we would not be able to share a cabin. You guys, this was TOUGH, especially on a guest trip! I thought going into it that it would be easy peasy; what I didn’t realise was how much we relied on the privacy of our cabin to chat, confide in each other and hang out. We ended up meeting outside the crew door after my shift every night to say hi & catch up on the day. Luckily, our Captain was able to make arrangements for us to share a cabin on the Tank Deck not too long after the first guest trip & it made a world of difference having a place to call ours.

Apply to EVERY job Our most recent yacht only posted the Bosun position, not Chief Stew. So Ben applied, sent across both of our CV’s and then we waited. Finally, two weeks later, I received a call from Chief Stew & Captain while Ben was on the phone with the Chief Officer. Yes, it can be a bit annoying being on the hiring side, going through loads of emails from Stews hoping a deck position is also available, but we ALL do it & it’s sometimes the key to getting a job together.

Be Patient &  Resilient Ben has tattoos…15 of them! So you better believe that didn’t help us in our search. There were times when we discussed whether we should work apart until a position came up. I am SO happy we didn’t go ahead with that. Yes, we lost out on 14 different jobs in 3 months because of tattoos, but we also didn’t join separate boats to quit then as soon as a couple of jobs came up. We both worked extremely hard to update our agency profiles DAILY, went to every single networking event, the day worked, reached out to old colleagues & stayed in crew houses with other experienced crew. We made it our full-time job to FIND a job & refused to believe that we couldn’t be hired as a couple. P.S. Ben also went to Sephora, so his visible tattoos were no more… and as soon as he did that, we were offered a job the next day that didn’t care about visible tattoos. But it shows that we took the feedback we got from boats & made sure to fix any reoccurring issues.

Tips from other couples currently working together:

@Aliceroberta_ “I’d say it’s important that you don’t just for you first couples job offer if you bother aren’t happy. Although in a relationship we made sacrifices and compromises for our other half, yachting is along harder working together is one doesn’t enjoy the role/boat.”

@brionylaura26 “My numero uno tip would be to be patient and kind with each other. Going from hardly seeing each other and potentially being in different time zones with different schedules to living and working under the same roof can be a little testing at first. But, you will soon find your groove and work through it to a happy, balanced togetherness!”

@carriefletch “Agree on when to shut off “work mode” and when to have “you and me” mode. Aka, if you need to vent about something frustrating, communicate “, ok, I need to get this out…” and then once you’re done, be done. Focus on still being with each other and growing together. Being in yachting is all-encompassing, made conscious and verbal choices together to only talk about work when you need to, don’t let it dominate your conversations.”

@tmcompain “Keep personal problems (and over the top love and romance) in your cabin. Especially if you are only the couple onboard, it’s not nice making your crew feel uncomfortable.”

@revelintravel “In my experience, the best way to secure a GOOD couple’s job is to network network network. Unfortunately, I have found that some agencies offer meagre salaries and pretend they are doing you a favour by hiring both of you. My response to those provided has always been a firm no. It’s essential to know your worth and chances re that kind of jobs wouldn’t work out tremendously anyway (any relation should start with mutual respect, including an adequate salary).

@tamlawaverly “To assure that boat that even though you are a team, you are still awesome individuals, I find references that can attest to this are the best!”

@aimee_brisk “My biggest piece of advice is to remember what the Spice Girls put so perfectly…if you want to be with my love, you’ve got to get with my friends! Cringey, but TRUE. Girl time is equally as important as spending time with your other half. Balance was always key for me. I also felt as a second stewardess it made the girls and I have a stronger connection the more time I spent with them.”

@kyliejdv “As a couple, you need to be an asset to the boat. By working together, you push each other to be better, and that is always going to be beneficial for the boat!”

There you have it, lovebirds, our tips for finding your next Couples Position!

• Latest Posts

• Managing TWO full time jobs, while changing the world - October 16, 2020
• Mini Series: Dealing with being overwhelmed // Yoga - October 9, 2020
• Mini Series: Dealing with being overwhelmed //Breathing - October 8, 2020

Get inspired! Pop your email in to get our cocktail recipe cards!

Download and print off our recipe cards and take them with you to all of your boats, so next time a guest asks for a cocktail and says “Surprise me”, you’ll have some delicious go-to recipes. By signing up, you’ll also get our weekly “Happy Hour” email with a different cocktail recipe each week, helpful stew tips and the latest exciting updates from The Yacht Stew.

Sign Me Up!

We promise not to spam you! You can unsubscribe at any time.

Related Posts:

The Importance of Pap Smears

Today's blog post is a little different and for a good reason! At the beginning of the year (2020), one of my...

Guest Edit ~ Crew Wellness

Recently, I reached out to Lauren (The Green Stew) to ask if she would be interested in doing a Guest Edit. I...

RECRUITMENT AGENT

After 8 adventurous years of working on yachts, Taryn decided to return to life on land. She currently lives on the coast of sunny South Africa. Fresh off the yachts and having worked in high-end resorts and hotels, Taryn has a broad knowledge of what the industry needs and is well-qualified to find the perfect match for both crew and the yacht. Taryn’s friendly, kind demeanour and passion for the industry ensure to provide excellent and professional communication with clients and crew at all times. When Taryn is not working you can find her on the beach, participating in any form of outdoor activity or sharing a bottle of wine with family and friends.

Ciara joins our team with 5 years of experience in the industry and is based in Bristol, UK. She brings her people skills and passion for luxury customer service into recruitment whilst maintaining a calm and kind nature for both crew and clients. When not working, Ciara continues studying music history and classical music performance and enjoys walks in the countryside with her husband and sausage dog.

Mandy has 8 years of experience in the industry and brings her A-game from the South of France. She brings a unique and energizing perspective with 5 years of land-based recruitment experience in London and is sure to make anyone feel welcome with her kind-hearted nature. When she’s not working, she can be found spending time with her husband and daughter, enjoying the beauty of France.

Eloise brings 3 years of experience in the industry to our team. Currently living in South Africa, Eloise was the first member of the TYSR team and has since built lasting relationships with clients and crew. Eloise splits her time between South Africa and TYS HQ in the UK. She is incredibly caring and ensures all crew and clients get the best possible support, with high standard of customer service. When not working, Eloise spends time with friends and family enjoying wine farms and safaris in sunny South Africa.

Gemma Hulbert

FOUNDER AND CEO

Gemma founded The Yacht Stew in 2016 and has over a decade of experience in the industry. When she founded TYS she wanted to create a community for people in the industry and create an incredible support network that was both informative and nurturing. She brings her keen eye for detail, and her incredibly compassionate perspective to anything she does, and is sure to get anyone inspired. In her spare time Gemma loves to be with family and friends, or out exploring and traveling with her husband.

Thank you for subscribing! Please check your email for a confirmation link!

Cruise Ship Jobs for Couples

Working on a cruise ship with your significant other may seem like a dream come true. Getting paid to travel and spending lots of time together is what may first come to mind, but is that the reality? How difficult is it for a couple to get hired and work on a cruise ship together? Here are some facts on how to apply and get hired for cruise jobs as a couple.

Working on a Cruise Ship as a Couple

There are plenty of challenges when it comes to working and living as a couple on a cruise ship. There are some cruise jobs where you may not be able to share a cabin together. You and your spouse may have different contract lengths and completely opposite shifts. Will you even accept a contract if you aren’t on the same ship?

Cruise recruiters also want to make sure that if they are hiring a couple that there won’t be relationship problems that will interfere with your work. Furthermore, will you be able to handle this unique life onboard?

Cruise Jobs for Couples

Although couples can choose to apply for two different cruise jobs based on what their varied experience is, there is another option. A handful of cruise jobs may be held by couple if the couple is willing to work as a team. Even though this means only one salary, some of the commission based cruise jobs offer a chance to make a healthy salary.

There are many examples on different cruise ships where a husband-wife team or common-law partners work onboard together covering the same cruise job. Some of the most popular options are the Art Auctioneer, Port Shopping Guide, Guest Lecturer or Cruise Sales Manager. One big benefit is that each of these jobs is entitled to their own cabin meaning the couple doesn’t have to be split up, sharing a cabin with someone else.

Typically, cruise lines and their concessions don’t mind hiring couples to cover these particular cruise jobs. It’s like they are getting two people for the price of one. This is one feature a couple should promote during the application process. They should highlight the fact that they can sell more as a couple.

Cruise Line Couples Policy

Onboard Media, the concession that hires Port and Shopping Guides, states their Couples Policy on their website:

“At the time of submitting your application, you MUST include in your cover letter ?your intention of completing a contract as a couple. All applications for couples must include resumes of both candidates along with a video audition featuring the primary candidate and introducing the partner.”

Comparatively, Carnival Cruise Lines website employment pages answer the question, ‘Does Carnival hire couples?’ as follows:

“Carnival Cruise Lines is a very ‘couple friendly’ cruise line, and endeavors to allow couples to work on the same ship whenever possible. For prospective couples seeking employment with Carnival, for the first contract it may prove difficult to keep them together on the same ship as contracts are completed at different times. Further, Carnival prefers to assess employees as individuals before committing to hiring them as couples. Once couples have completed their first contract, Carnival will try its best to place them together for future contracts. However, there are many factors involved and this is not guaranteed.”

Applying For Cruise Jobs as a Couple

If you do want to pursue a cruise job that you would perform jointly then you would apply jointly as well. For the cruise jobs mentioned above, some cruise lines allow a couple to work together. You must specify this to the recruiter at the application and interview process.

A couple with two different types of expertise may also apply separately. Unfortunately this means that one of you could get hired before the other one. You may be hired to work on different ships. And, one half of the couple may not get hired at all. In the case where both partners must work on different ships for the first contract, they may ask to be put on the same ship for their second contract. Unfortunately, there are no guarantees.

There is a way to increase your chances of working on the same ship when applying for two different cruise jobs. After both partners have had their respective interviews with the recruiter is a good time to explain your situation. If you try to explain before hand, the recruiter may feel that your situation is too complicated.

Once both of you have proven that you are right for your respective jobs during an interview then the cruise line recruiter may be willing to make it work for you. On the other hand, you could choose to be upfront with the recruitment agency from the start. In that case you need to apply with a cover letter that represents you as a couple.

Cover Letter for Couples Applying for Cruise Jobs

Depending on the cruise jobs that the couple is applying for will determine the type of cover letter that should be sent. For couples that are applying as a couple, such as for the Port and Shopping Guide, follow the instructions given by Onboard Media above.

In cases where the couple is applying for two separate jobs, it is up to the couple if they want to disclose the fact sooner than later. When working with a recruitment agency, the couple may choose to enclose a joint cover letter with two separate resumes. The cover letter would specify that you are looking to get hired together.

Cruise Ship Careers as a Couple

Once you have completed at least one contract on a cruise ship, you may think that it should get easier to work together onboard. It seems reasonable to think that once an agency or the cruise line sees that you are committed to the job that it would be easy to get placed on the ship together. Unfortunately, this is not always the case.

Although this may work in your favour if you work together as a team, the same doesn’t hold true for employees working in different departments. Consider that one person may be advancing with their career while the other may not be able to be promoted if they intend to stay on the same ship. There are plenty of pros and cons of working onboard as a couple.

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website.

Superyacht Crew International Jobs Board

Check out available careers on superyachts.

• Do you enjoy an early start in the day or flexible start/finish times?
• Full time role for a skilled housekeeper in a lovely family home!
• Generous salary for the right person!
• Are you an experienced Housekeeper looking for a new role?
• Are you available between 2-3 days per week?
• Immediate Start available!
• Are you looking for a varied and full-time role as a PA/Housekeeper/House Manager?
• Are you a detailed professional who loves keeping busy?
• Accommodation can be provided!
• Are you a skilled housekeeper with a great eye for detail?
• Are you looking for 3 days work per week?
• Long term, part-time permanent role!
• Do you love cooking and are seeking a lovely family to cater for?
• Full time position with salary plus entitlements!
• Long term role for the right person!
• Are you comfortable managing and maintaining a lovely home?
• Are you comfortable managing and maintaining a lovely home? Long term, part-time permanent role!
• Are you looking for part time work starting in March or April?
• Up to 20 hours per week for an afternoon shift?
• Long term, permanent role!
• Are you looking for part time work starting in April?
• Up to 16 hours per week? (Morning shift available)
• 4 month minimum contract with view to permanent for the right person!
• Housekeeper/Cook for couple in beautiful Safety Beach, VIC - SAFM
• Do you love doggos?
• Flexible hours/days up to 10-12 hours per week!
• Are you looking for a permanent part-time position in West Leederville?
• Are you flexible with your availability?
• Do you have experience with babies and toddlers?
• Do you enjoy an early start?
• Do you enjoy cooking breakfasts and preparing meals?
• Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings 7:30am – 10:30am!
• Great opportunity for a Hands-on Caretaker/Property Manager!
• Generous salary package with plenty of benefits for the right person!
• Immediate Start!
• Are you looking for a full-time position and available on a weekend day?
• Do you have a strong eye for detail?
• Immediate Start for the right person!
• Are you looking for a permanent part-time position?
• Do you have some available time preferably 3 x days per week?
• Immediate start for the right person!
• Are you looking for a part-time role with a busy family in the Byron Hinterlands?
• 4 x mornings/20 hours per week+!
• Are you an experienced Housekeeper and love to cook family meals?
• Are you looking for a part-time role up to 10 hours per week?
• Are you looking for a permanent housekeeping role with a lovely, busy family?
• Do you have a high attention to detail with your Housekeeping?
• Are you an experienced Housekeeper and a whiz in the laundry?
• Monday to Friday with an early finish and flexible hours (25 hours per week minimum)!
• Lovely home in Burleigh Heads!
• Are you looking for a new role over winter?
• ASAP Start Date!
• Female due to cabin arrangements.
• Late November start date
• Male due to cabin arrangements.
• Are you a great home-maker who loves children?
• Live-in available on a gorgeous acreage with your own space!
• Full-time with great salary package!
• Are you an experienced Housekeeper who loves laundry duties?
• Are you looking for part-time hours across two days?
• Lovely apartment in the middle of Melbourne!
• Are you looking for a new role helping a busy family with their daily life?
• Do you enjoy running a household and keeping things in order?
• Potential to travel with the family!
• Do you have at least 2 years’ experience as a Dive Instructor?
• Are you available for a November start?
• Do you have at least 2 years’ ‘Lead’ experience on 80m+ Motoryachts?
• Permanent role with 1 November start!
• Do you have at least 2 years experience on 80m+ Superyachts?
• Have you excellent tender driving skills and PBL2 or Yachtmaster qualifications?
• ASAP Start!
• Lovely apartment in the heart of Melbourne!
• Are you looking for a full-time position?
• Enjoy early starts?
• Are you looking for a permanent part-time role?
• Do you have previous experience in housekeeping?
• Are you looking for a Full-Time position in Sydney?
• Are you an experienced Housekeeper? - No heavy cleaning required!
• Possible couples role for an experienced Stewardess!
• Are you an experienced Captain looking for a new position close to home?
• Permanent long term opportunity based in the Whitsundays!
• Are you an experienced housekeeper who loves to take care of laundry?
• Are you available from Tuesdays to Saturdays?
• Are you an experienced housekeeper who enjoys helping out in the kitchen?
• Monday to Friday with varying hours!
• Do you have at least one seasons’ experience on 80-m+ Yachts?
• Are you available for a late May start date?
• Great opportunity to join professional team on board!
• Are you looking for a varied role onboard?
• Are you handy with marine engines?
• Are you a Watersports Wizard?
• Are you a qualified Medical professional, Doctor, Nurse or Paramedic?
• Available ASAP?
• Do you have at least one seasons experience on a yacht?
• Are you ex military or have held prior security duties on large yachts or cruise ships?
• Are you available ASAP?

Yacht Steward / Stewardess Jobs

The latest yacht stewardess and steward jobs on super yachts around the world:.

Refine your search to find junior stew , housekeeping stew , service stew , laundry stew & chief steward/stewardess specific vacancies or view all superyacht steward(ess) jobs below.

The latest yacht stewardess & steward jobs on superyachts around the world:

Refine your search to find junior stew , housekeeping , service , laundry & chief   steward/stewardess specific vacancies or view all superyacht steward(ess) jobs below.

Steward(ess)/Deckhand

We're looking for a stew/deckhand to join a busy 40 meter charter M/Y based in Australia.

This role is ideal for those who love to travel to different destinations in the Southern Hemisphere.

It will be a full time position. Can also be coupled with a chief officer or chef....

Job Details:

Job ID: #7055 Job Type: Full Time Start Location: Australia Start Date: 07 Apr 2024 Qualifications (Essential): STCW Basic Safety Training 95 (2010) Qualifications (Preferred): ENG1 (or equivalent Seafarer's Medical Certificate) Min Yachting Experience: 1-2 Years Gender Required: Female Smokers: No

Second Steward/ess

We are looking for an experienced 2nd Stewardess for a 55m+ M/Y charter and private. Vessel will be doing the Med season with 7-10 weeks of charter and very light owner use.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 seasons charter experience in the 2nd Stew role.

Must have s...

Job ID: #7051 Job Type: Seasonal Start Location: Saint Martin Start Date: 11 Apr 2024 Qualifications (Essential): ENG1 (or equivalent Seafarer's Medical Certificate), STCW Basic Safety Training 95 (2010) Min Yachting Experience: 1-2 Years Gender Required: Female Smokers: No

UGRENT TEMP SECOND STEWARDESS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY!

Seeking an experienced Second Stewardess - New Zealand

Busy 40m private Motor Yacht Seeking a highly motivated, fun and energetic Second Stewardess to join the vessel immediately.

This is a temporary position star...

Job ID: #7050 Job Type: Temporary Start Location: New Zealand Start Date: Immediate Start Qualifications (Essential): STCW Basic Safety Training 95 (2010) Min Yachting Experience: 1-2 Years Gender Required: Female Smokers: No

Chief Stewardess 60m+ motor yacht

Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Chief Stewardess to join a 60m+ single season private vessel. The yacht is looking for someone with at some solid Chief Stewardess experience on similar sized vessels and proven longevity. The vessel has a great crew dynamic on board, they are all in to their health and fitness and love to do activities as a crew. Requirements: STCW ENG1 Food and Hygiene Level 2 Package: Salary: DOE Leave: 90 days leave per year. Start date: February

Hairdresser / Housekeeper 120m+ Private Motor Yacht

Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Hairdresser / Housekeeping Stew to join a 120m+ Private Motor Yacht. The ideal candidate will be confident in cutting, colouring and styling male and female hair. Unfortunately due to cabin arrangements only female candidates can be considered. Requirements:

STCW ENG1 Food & Hygiene Level II Hairdressing Qualification

Salary: 3000 Euros Leave: 60 days / 5:1 Start: ASAP

Chief Stewardess 50m+ Private Motor Yacht

WIlsonhalligan are looking for a Chief Stewardesson a 50m+ single season Private Motor Yacht. We are looking for someone with at least 1 year's experience in a Chief Stewardess role on a similar sized vessel. The vessel is only used during the summer months, but is always very busy during this time. Team of 3 within the interior, very much a hands on role with concierge duties. Requirements: STCW ENG 1 Level 2 food and hygiene Package: Salary: DOE Leave: 60 days within the winter months. Start date: ASAP

Sole Stew 27m MY Private and Charter Based in Nice Cruising France, Spain and Italy Seasonal position 4 crew 3000 Eur

Point of contact [email protected]

Busy Private 33m MY looking for Chief stew Seasonal Med based position 1April to 1Nov 4500Eur True non smoker 2 in the interior

Point of contact: [email protected]

50m looking for 2nd stew 2 seasons of experience Charter/Private 3000+/- Seasonal contract Med Based single season

Looking for 3rd stew 50m Private and Charter Single season, Med based Open to green crew with solid hospiality experience on land Salary2500Eur

Point of contact: ivana@njcrew

POSITION: CHIEF STEWARDESS SIZE OF THE YACHT: 40 m PRIVATE/CHARTER: CHARTER BASE/ITINERARY: ITALY/SPAIN NUMBER OF CREW: 7 NUMBER OF CREW IN INTERIOR: 2 SEASONAL START DATE: END OF MARCH HOLIDAYS: 3 DAYS PER MONTH SALARY RANGE: DOE

POINT OF CONTACT: [email protected]

50m MY New Build Private and busy Charter Dual season, from 2025. 3 in the interior 38 days leave Looking for strong 2nd/relief CS 3 years of experience 2 on charter yacht Itinerary this summer: Croatia, Turkey, Italy Salary DOE

Looking for very experienced 3rd Stew for a busy 40m Private yacht. ASAP start Itinerary: Greece, France, Monaco and Italy. Permanent position, single season, Med based

-Strong service background -Housekeeping; STRONG eye for detail, the owner is meticulous, wardrobe management, laundry; crew, owner and guest bedding -Both to work in a team work and the ability to work alone -Self starter/a motivated individual -Organised and presentable

Stewardess Position available for a Private/Charter 63m M/Y

Seeking a stewardess that has at least one season experience for an exciting and healthy, busy program Ideally seeking candidates that are currently in South Florida for interviews

Start: Immediately Location: Florida/Bahamas Winter-Mediterranean Summer Package: $3,000-$3,500 38Days Leave

Skills: Minimum a Season's experience as a Solo or Stewardess on 30m + M/Y or S/Y Excellent organization skills Meticulouswith all housekeeping and laundry Charter experience preferred Professional Appearance

Qualifications: STCW (Fully Updated) with PDSD Seafarer's Medical Certificate Food Safety and Hygiene L2 Valid B1/B2 Visa

Females due to cabin arrangements Non-Smokers/No Visible Tattoos

Point of contact: Sharryn Matte [email protected]

Stew/Cook/Deck- Non liveaboard

Seeking an experienced, polished Sole Stewardess/Deck/Cook for a 28m M/Y. Vessel is based out of South Florida and does day trips- cocktail cruises Full Job Description Vessel stays in North Miami and is a non liveaboardposition.

Family used vessel for the most part with occasional business/client entertaining. Owners are lovely and very respectful.

~ Must be good with younger children (owners have 4 grandchildren that are under the age of 10). ~ Strong eye for detail and the ability to keep the vessel in guest ready condition at all times. ~ Bartending skills and wine service. ~ Ability to assist with lines/fenders and help Captain with washdowns

B1/B2 visa or US Citizen (preferred). STCW, ENG1 Nonsmokers only, minimal visible tattoos that are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Fully vaccinated. Start~ As soon as possible Salary~ DOE

Point of contact is Christine Hodgson. Email your interest directly to [email protected]

Temporary Chief Stewardess-54m private

Looking for a personable, well presented, experienced Chief Stewardess to fill in on a private 54m M/Y. Must have prior Chief Stewardess experience on similar sized vessels. Vessel is currently in a shipyard period in Savannah. Further details to follow on schedule.

******Candidates is the US or close to will have first preference.

Great Captain and crew.

B1/B2 visa, STCW, ENG1

Start: March 25th or slightly later if need be. Finish: Late April Salary: $ 400 per day

Point of contact is [email protected]

TEAM Deckhand & Stewardess – 52m Private

TEAM ONLY POSITIONS

Looking to fill the below positions for a beautiful,52 m, FF vessel. The Interior position is to start ASAP, preferably onboard in Caribbean by the 22nd of March.

Great crew and owners. Caribbean/MED

Deckhand - (To start May 1st or thereabouts) 1 - 2 seasons experience preferred, but also willing to train green crew who have some daywork experience and a great attitude. Strongly prefer someone who has boating experience, even if it is not in the yachting industry. Experience commercial fishing or sailing dinghies or really anything boating related. Fishing / diving / tender driving skills would be a HUGE plus.

Stewardess / Galley Assistant It is a split role with about 70% of the time in the interior and 30% in the galley. Could be a great fit for a stewardess who has an interest in cooking and would like to get some experience in the galley and learn from two amazing rotational head chefs. When on Interior the role includes almost exclusively housekeeping, laundry and crew mess duties and we would like someone experienced in theses areas and happy with this rotation.

B1/B2 in hand (Schengen if applicable) , ENG1, STCW

Salary~ At the higher end of industry standards- DOE Start ~ Immediate for the Stewardess, Early May for the Deckhand Full medical, MLC contract with 38 days leave, 1 R/T flight per year

experienced Stew

Looking for experienced stew for a busy 80m MY Private and light Charter. Starts at 3250 going up to 3500 after probation 60 days leave Dual season Interior team of 7

Will only consider candidates currebtly in Europe.

Seasonal 3rd stew 40m Private and Charter MY Must have season of experience or solid background in hospitality. Only considering candidates in SOF and available for face to face interviews.

DC6031 – PERSONAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED FOR THIS UHNWI/PRIVATE RESIDENCE IN DUBAI

Start date: Flexible Itinerary: Dubai, Paris and beyond We are looking for a Personal Assistant for our client who will look after the day-to-day coordination and communication wherever the client might be at home, his yacht or travelling. This is more like a chief stewardess role and nothing to do with the principals business. More info to follow at interview stage. stage. REQUIREMENTS Previous experience in a similar role Hospitality experience from Hotels preferred Chief stewardess on yachts a plus Good educational background French language PACKAGE Salary: 4000-5000 EUR DOE Leave: 45 days negotiable Accommodation Transport Flights Medical insurance

How to obtain a superyacht steward/stewardess job:

Are you new to the superyachting industry? Find out all you need to know about how to find a steward(ess) job on a yacht or superyacht.

Become a superyacht steward/stewardess

What does a steward/stewardess job entail?

The role of a steward/stewardess varies depending on the size of the yacht as well as the structure of the interior department.

Find out more about the structure of the steward/stewardess department

Complete the correct training to acquire a job as a yacht steward/stewardess

Certain yacht steward(ess) training courses are essential for you to qualify for a yacht steward(ess). Obtaining the correct certification can help you stand out in a competitive job market.

Find out more about yacht steward & stewardess training

Fi nd a Steward(ess) job with no experience:

If you are looking for your first job as a yacht steward or stewardess, we advise you to search for junior stew jobs and ensure that you have created a professional yacht cv , to help you stand out from other yacht crew.

Username or Email Address *

Remember me Lost your password?

Username or Email

Get New Password

Ulster Sullivan Your Local News for Ulster and Sullivan Counties, New York

Liberty Contractor Accused Of Scamming Thousands From Grahamsville Couple

A contractor from the region was charged with larceny for allegedly scamming a couple out of thousands for a roofing job he never performed.

David Gizinski

Sullivan County resident David Gizinski, age 37, of Liberty and the owner of Gizinski Construction, was arrested on Friday, Feb. 16 for the incident in November 2023.

According to Undersheriff Eric Chaboty of the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office, Gizinski received $13,656.38 from a Grahamsville couple as a 50 percent down payment for a roofing job. 

The victims could not contact Gizinski after he took their money and never started the work, Chaboty said.

Gizinski was arraigned before Neversink Town Justice Michael Scagnelli and released under New York State’s bail reform law on his own recognizance. 

He is due back in the Town of Neversink Court on Tuesday, March 19.

Sullivan County Sheriff Mike Schiff urges citizens to screen contractors carefully before giving them money.

“Do your research, look at internet reviews and social media to see what other people’s experiences have been with a contractor that you are thinking of hiring," Schiff said. “If a contractor wants full payment in advance or asks you to give them a positive review before they even start the job, that’s a red flag”. 

The department is asking anyone who has been a victim of Gizinski to call the Sheriff’s Office at 845-794-7100.

Click here to follow Daily Voice Ulster Sullivan and receive free news updates.

SCROLL TO NEXT ARTICLE

trending now

Kanye West's wife Bianca Censori rocks completely see-through...

Kanye West pulls down wife Bianca Censori's low-slung neon...

Kris Jenner reveals sister Karen Houghton has died at 65

Kate Middleton all smiles in first sighting from outing that...

Rose Hanbury responds to Prince William affair rumors

Andy Cohen joins internet trolls in claiming 'fake' Kate...

Whoopi Goldberg admits to using Mounjaro to slim down after...

Kate Middleton's professional look-alike Heidi Agan denies being...

• Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
• Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
• Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)
• Click to copy URL

49ers quarterback Brock Purdy and wife Jenna honeymoon in Turks and Caicos after Iowa wedding

• View Author Archive
• Get author RSS feed

Thanks for contacting us. We've received your submission.

Changing locations.

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy and his wife, Jenna Brandt, jetted off to Turks and Caicos for their honeymoon after their Iowa wedding earlier this month.

On Monday, Brandt took to Instagram to share a carousel of snaps from their tropical getaway, which included fishing, a romantic boat ride and the couple riding four wheelers across the white sand.

Want more celebrity and pop culture news?

Start your day with Page Six Daily.

Thanks for signing up!

Please provide a valid email address.

By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy .

Want celebrity news as it breaks? Hooked on Housewives?

“Honeymoon w/ my husband🙌🏼,” she captioned the post .

The couple’s vacation comes more than a week after they said “I do” during an intimate church wedding in Des Moines, Iowa, on March 9.

Brandt stunned in a white strapless wedding dress with a matching veil, while the groom looked dapper in a classic black-and-white tuxedo and bowtie.

Following the nuptials, Brandt shared snaps from their big day, including one of the NFL star kissing the bride as they posed with their wedding party and a photo from their reception.

“Best day of our lives🤍 I get to call my best friend my HUSBAND for forever and ever!!!!” she wrote March 11.

Purdy, 24, and Brandt, also 24, met when they were both freshmen at Iowa State University in 2018.

The pair went Instagram official in November 2022 when Brandt shared a photo of herself and Purdy standing in a hay field.

For more Page Six you love…

• Listen to our weekly “We Hear” podcast
• Shop our exclusive merch

“my roots and my boy🤍,” she  captioned a post .

The athlete popped the question to Brandt in July 2023 on a dock in Saint Cloud, Fla.

“My Jenna girl forever. I can’t wait to be your husband and grow together in Christ. Here’s to forever babe. I love you JB!” he  captioned a series of images  from the special moment.

After Purdy and his teammates lost the 2024 Super Bowl to the Kansas City Chiefs , Brandt supported her beau with a sweet message on Instagram.

“What a season to be proud & thankful for❤️,” she wrote alongside a snap of them kissing on the field.

Share this article:

Advertisement

• Share full article

Advertisement

Supported by

Grenada Prison Escapees Are Charged With Murder of American Couple

The couple, Ralph Hendry and Kathy Brandel, went missing while sailing off the coast of Grenada.

By Aimee Ortiz

Three men who had escaped from a prison in Grenada and were accused of hijacking an American couple’s yacht to flee have been charged with their murder, the police said on Thursday.

The couple, Ralph Hendry, 66, and Kathy Brandel, 71, went missing while sailing off the coast of Grenada . They had been spending the winter cruising in the Caribbean in their catamaran called Simplicity, which was found abandoned in neighboring St. Vincent and the Grenadines on Feb. 21.

There was no indication in the latest police statement that the bodies of the couple had been recovered as of Thursday.

Trevon Robertson, 23; Atiba Stanisclaus, 25; and Ron Mitchell, 30, face two counts of “capital murder by intentionally causing the death of Ralph Hendry and Kathleen Brandel,” the Royal Grenada Police Force said.

The authorities from police forces in Grenada and St. Vincent and the Grenadines have given different ages and name spellings for the escapees.

The men were also charged with escaping lawful custody, housebreaking, robbery and two counts of kidnapping; Mr. Stanisclaus is also facing a rape charge, the police said, but no details were offered on those accusations. The three men made their first court appearance on Thursday, and are due back on March 27. The Royal Grenada Police Force did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

The police had said in a statement released on Feb. 22 that three men who escaped from a prison in Grenada on Feb. 18 and made their way to St. Vincent using a yacht that had been docked in the St. George area of Grenada.

The prisoners were recaptured on Feb. 21, the same day that the couple’s yacht was found. At the time, the police said they were “currently working on leads that suggest that the two occupants of the yacht may have been killed in the process.”

At a news conference on Feb. 26 , Commissioner Don McKenzie of the Royal Grenada Police Force that “information suggests that, while traveling between Grenada and St. Vincent, they disposed of the occupants.”

During a Feb. 26 news conference , Junior Simmons, superintendent of the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force, said the joint investigation into the disappearance with Grenada police was ongoing, and he said the couple was presumed dead.

The investigation revealed that while sailing from Grenada, “the suspects committed several criminal acts including bodily harm to the couple,” he said.

The couple, who were married for 27 years, were “veteran cruisers,” according to the Salty Dawg Sailing Association , a nonprofit that brings together a community of sailors engaged in long-distance cruising on their boats. The couple were longtime members, the organization said in a statement, and “they both contributed to building the S.D.S.A.”

In a joint family statement posted on the association’s website on Feb. 27, Nick Buro, the son of Ms. Brandel, and Bryan Hendry, the son of Mr. Hendry, said that “if we have learned anything from this tragic event, it’s that we know they left this world in a better place than it was before they were born.”

“Ralph and Kathy lived a life that most of us can only dream of,” the message said. “Sailing the eastern coast of the United States, living on their home Simplicity, making friends with everyone they encountered, singing, dancing and laughing with friends and family — that’s who Ralph and Kathy were and that’s how they will be remembered in our hearts.”

Aimee Ortiz is a reporter on the Investigations desk. She was previously a general assignment reporter on the Express Desk. More about Aimee Ortiz

Governor Maura Healey and her partner, Joanna Lydgate, sit down with the Love Letters podcast

How a couple always in the spotlight copes with the glare.

• Sign-up for the newsleter
• Follow on Twitter
• Read more letters

Rare is the day Governor Maura Healey doesn’t make headlines.

In the past several weeks alone, she’s faced questions about where she was during her days off in February, and about her decision to nominate a former romantic partner to the state’s highest court.

She announced a sweeping decision to pardon people convicted of marijuana possession. And she’s repeatedly—and publicly— taken on the leadership of troubled Steward Health Care.

That doesn’t include the stories about the thousands of migrant families arriving in Massachusetts, the state budget, the beleaguered MBTA, or taxes.

All of this attention makes sense, of course. She’s the governor. She signed up for it.

Advertisement

But when I asked her on the Love Letters podcast how it affects her personal life, Healey said it probably takes a toll in more ways that she knows.

“Sometimes I get critiqued in the press over things that are my official actions ... Sometimes it’s critique over things that are more personal,” she said. “For me, it just becomes probably a cumulative toll that I’m not even aware of.”

Healey said she needs to do a better job “recognizing that and taking a moment to reset.”

How does Governor Healey reset? This is something I’ve wanted to know.

As a relationship journalist, I’m especially curious how her high-profile job—one where she is accountable to so many—affects her romantic partnership.

In January 2023, shortly after Healey was inaugurated, she introduced Joanna Lydgate as her significant other. Lydgate is an attorney who runs the States United Democracy Center, a nonprofit which works for fair elections. They told Globe columnist Yvonne Abraham that they’d been a couple for almost two years.

This season on the Love Letters podcast, our theme is: “Thanks for the help.” It’s all about who and what helps people navigate their romantic relationships. Guests have come on to talk about counsel they’ve received from mentors, parents, groups of supporters, and even exes.

I asked Healey’s team if she would come on the podcast to talk about who helps her and Lydgate handle the ups and downs of public office. Healey said they both wanted to talk about how their biggest helper has been music. No matter what happens in her job and in the world, Healey said, music helps bring her and Lydgate back to a better place.

Healey is a longtime music fan who had Grammy-award-winning singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile perform at her inauguration party at TD Garden. She’s been to the Boston Calling music festival and been spotted at live shows around New England.

We spoke with Healey and Lydgate at their Arlington home on March 1. They wore matching slippers. They talked about everything from their first live shows—Healey’s was Kool & the Gang on Boston Common; Lydgate’s was the Rolling Stones—to all-time favorite artists such as Tracy Chapman, to the warm-up songs Healey played as a high school and Harvard athlete.

Healey said she and Lydgate often turn to playlists and live shows to stay connected to each other.

“With our schedules we’re so often ships in the night ... and I think one of the things we’ve been able to do over the last year, and during the campaign the year before, was organize around concerts, just going to shows,” Healey said on the podcast. “And that’s been really nice because we may be grouchy at one another or angry at one another, or we may be caught up with the drama or the stress of our individual days ... but I think it’s really been helpful to us to kind of like get out to to see live music. Because there’s nothing better than live music and it really takes you out of your head.

Healey and Lydgate also gave Love Letters a playlist of the songs they most enjoy together. Here’s a track list:

1. “ You and Me on the Rock ,” Brandi Carlile

2. “ Starting Over ,” Chris Stapleton

3. “ Happy Children ,” Lori McKenna

4. “ Eyes on You ,” Sara Bareilles

5. “ Look Up ,” Joy Oladokun

6. “ The Day My Heart Goes Still ,” Tanya Tucker

7. “ You’re Gonna Wanna Remember This ,” Mark Erelli

8. “ Tiny Things ,” Tiny Habits

9. “ The Bones ,” Maren Morris

10. “ Mess ,” Noah Kahan

11. “ Turbulence ,” Pink

12. “ Sunscreen ,” Ira Wolf

13. “ You’re Not Alone ,” Allison Russell featuring Brandi Carlile

Healey and Lydgate talk about why they chose those songs and more on the episode. You can find it here or wherever you get your podcasts. [ Listen on Apple | Listen on Spotify ]

Meredith Goldstein writes the Love Letters advice column and hosts its podcast. Send your own relationship and dating questions to [email protected] or text (617) 744-7007 . Meredith can also be reached at [email protected] .

Black News Hour presented by The Boston Globe

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY! Please check your email for confirmation from us.

Missed the RSVP deadline? Well, you are uninvited from the wedding, says card sent to guests

Couples planning weddings too frequently don't get responses to invitations. Do they send a “missed RSVP” card? Do they give a courtesy call? Or do nothing? We’ve gathered expert advice.

• Share on Facebook
• Share on Twitter
• Share via Email
• Copy Link Link Copied

When Nishma Mistry, a South Asian Atlanta-based woman, planned her wedding, she said the guest list included hundreds, and the events lasted for days. She also said she had to contact many on her guest list to confirm who was coming to what event. 

“I had to call everyone and ask, ‘Are you coming?’ It was such a waste of time,” she told People magazine . “You have a list the size of your arm to get done and you’re trying to appease everyone. People don’t understand the importance of responding back.”

Mistry, a wedding planning expert and creator of Asian Bride Sorority, was thinking of her own experience more than a decade ago and the hordes of other couples frustrated by unanswered RSVPs when she created the “Missed RSVP” card, which wedding hosts can send out after their RSVP deadline has passed. 

“We’re sorry you can’t make it to our wedding. Our RSVP deadline has passed, and unfortunately, you did not respond. We would have loved to have you attend, but final numbers have now been turned in, and your presence will be missed,” the card reads. 

While Mistry’s card has received a mixed response online, with many claiming it’s “harsh,” her card does beg the question: What is the etiquette around RSVPs?

With graduations kicking off in less than two months and spring weddings starting to unfold, the next few months through the end of summer will be filled with significant celebrations, with hosts potentially waiting to get their RSVP answers. 

There are many reasons for failing to respond to an RSVP on time. It’s a prevalent, albeit rude, bad habit. However, as Mistry and many others can attest, not doing so can throw off a person’s planning of a large-scale event. A couple can expect roughly 60% to 85% of their guest list to attend , meaning they can also expect to go hunting for a few RSVPs. While some may not agree with Mistry’s method, nearly all agree some communication from the host is required when an RSVP doesn’t receive a response. 

According to one of America’s most well-known and trusted sources on etiquette, the late Emily Post , hosts “have no choice” but to reach out in some way when they do not receive an RSVP. However, Post suggests a friendly reminder call to confirm.

Her official thought, “It is perfectly polite, however, for hosts to call friends to ask if they plan to attend.”

If guests miss the RSVP deadline and want to attend, they should reach out to the host and confirm they can still attend. Showing up without RSVPing or reaching out is essentially showing up unannounced and could put the host in a really bad spot. 

Recommended Stories

Rihanna turns wedding singer for one of the wealthiest couples in the world

11 things to never do when hosting or attending a wedding 

Chanel Iman marries NFL player Davon Godchaux on a yacht in the Caribbean

TheGrio Lifestyle

‘Love is Blind’ fan favorites Lauren and Cameron share their healthy marriage secrets

Haniyah Philogene

More details emerge on Usher’s Super Bowl Sunday wedding ceremony

Destination love: where to get married now

Top Skiing & Snowboarding Areas in Tomsk, Russia

Skiing & snowboarding in tomsk.

• Scuba & Snorkeling
• Horseback Riding Tours
• Ski & Snowboard Areas
• Cross-country Ski Areas
• Equestrian Trails
• Climbing Tours
• Fishing Charters & Tours
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Good for Kids
• Good for Big Groups
• Adventurous
• Budget-friendly
• Good for a Rainy Day
• Hidden Gems
• Good for Couples
• Honeymoon spot
• Good for Adrenaline Seekers
• Things to do ranked using Tripadvisor data including reviews, ratings, photos, and popularity.

1. Metelitsa Ski Lodge

2. Sosnovy Bor Ski Lodge

3. cheremushki ski lodge.

• Metelitsa Ski Lodge
• Sosnovy Bor Ski Lodge
• Cheremushki Ski Lodge