LIQUID SKY Yacht Charter

Captain: Simon Pocock

Simon
Simon is a professional yacht captain and dive master with a great passion for working and living on the water. Born in England, his keenness for the outdoors started young with a thirst for adventure leading to many destinations around the world. Being a Class V White Water Rafting Guide in New Zealand and riding his motorcycle from Canada to Argentina are just some of these experiences that have moulded him into a person who can thrive In a wide range of scenarios and environments. When it comes to yachting, his goal is to provide guests with an experience of a lifetime. He considers himself a very meticulous person with a keen interest in engineering and enjoy the problem solving that comes with being a captain. When he is not on the boat, he enjoys keeping fit and active, with surfing, kite surfing and mountain biking being three of his favourite hobbies.

Ashley
Born and raised in Louisiana, Ashley grew up on soul food and southern hospitality. With her grandparents being travel agents, she started traveling at a young age, which sparked her interest in other cultures and cuisines.
After graduating University with a Bachelor of Science, Ashley became an au pair on the coast of Italy where she was introduced to the Yachting Industry. Since then, she has been a chef on charters and deliveries in various places such as Croatia, Greece, Montenegro, Italy, French Polynesia and the Virgin Islands.
Her love of travel has brought her to 53 countries, including England where she received her Culinary Certification from the Ashburton Chefs Academy, as well as attended The Galley Gang yacht chef workshops.
Chef Ashley is also passionate about health and nutrition. She is currently studying to become a health coach, so her dishes are guaranteed to be full of color and fresh ingredients.

Antonius
A dedicated and motivated Deckhand with extensive maritime industry experience, I bring a diverse skill set to the table. Proficient in guests service, culinary arts, handyman tasks, and power tool usage, I excel both in interior and on deck. My passion for fishing extends to deep-sea and land-based fishing, including techniques like trolling and bottom-line fishing. I possess advanced technology skills, from computer maintenance, programming and software design to photo and video editing. My background includes valuable insights in the medical field, particularly in first aid and intensive care from hospital work. Punctuality, self-motivation, and exceptional guest service are at the core of my work ethic, and my great sense of humor fosters positive team dynamics.
I thrive on outdoor adventures, embrace new languages, and engage enthusiastically with diverse cultures.