Okeana
Crew profile

Captain: Daniel (UK)
Chef/Mate: Lauren Maritz (South Africa)
Rotating Chef (as needed): Jehanne (JJ)

Captain: Daniel
Captain Dal comes from Yorkshire, in the North of England, and has been sailing since childhood, serving as a professional Captain for 11 years through the Mediterranean, Caribbean and Bahamas. Specialising almost exclusively in crewed yachts and luxury crewed charters, onboard sailing catamarans, and monohulls up to 76 feet, Dal’s love for sailing and the yachting lifestyle as a whole has extended into a passion for new adventures, immersing himself in a variety of cultures, meeting new and unlikely people, and hospitality.

Ensuring that he and his team provide their clients the absolute best possible experience on and offboard is a top priority, whilst providing a guest-focused, engaging, friendly and fun atmosphere. Dal is a keen and enthusiastic free diver, scuba diver, sailor, engineer, motorsports and soccer lover, and exceptionally laid-back and easygoing.

 

 

Chef/Mate: Lauren Maritz
Chef Lauren was born and raised on the east coast of South Africa where fishing, sailing and everything ocean was her way of life. She has been a chef on yachts for the past 8 years and loves everything ocean related. Her passion is cooking and guest satisfaction where she can show case her artistic flare in the galley. She’s an avid surfer with a love for the outdoors, traveling and meeting interesting people on the way.