Crew Profiles:
NOTE: Captain and Chef work on a rotational basis:
Scott and Nikki: 31 January - 9 May 2025
Captain Scott and Yacht Chef Niki share an easygoing, amicable nature, shaped by a lifetime spent around boats in the Channel Isles. Their deep-rooted love for the sea comes from over 20 years of hands-on experience navigating the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Pacific islands. With a wealth of expertise in both private and charter yachts, they have honed their skills to deliver exceptional luxury service. Their passion for sailing, combined with their dedication to hospitality, ensures an unforgettable charter experience for their guests.
Captain Scott: With an unwavering love for the sea and anything that floats, Scott is the kind of captain who makes every journey unforgettable. His passion for a well-kept deck and classic yacht etiquette ensures a seamless sailing experience, while his adventurous spirit makes him most at home on the open ocean, sharing new experiences with his guests.
A natural with children, Scott has a special talent for inspiring even the most dedicated digital natives to swap their screens for hands-on nautical adventures. Whether teaching sailing skills or crafting sensational cocktails, he brings an effortless charm to life on board. His legendary ability to conjure up a spectacular cheese board party—anytime, anywhere—adds to the magic of the voyage.
Aboard Mischievous, Scott leads a professional and dedicated crew that prioritizes guest comfort and safety, ensuring an exceptional and truly memorable charter experience.
Chef Niki: Bursting with energy and a passion for well-being, Niki is dedicated to creating an unforgettable experience for every guest on board. Whether it’s crafting exquisite cuisine, leading beachside workouts, or ensuring everyone is relaxed and pampered, she brings warmth, adventure, and indulgence to life at sea.
For the explorers, Niki is your guide to hidden treasures—whether it’s hunting for fresh coconuts, spotting vibrant clownfish, or snorkeling alongside her favorite turtle (subject to the turtle’s availability, of course!). If adventure isn’t on your agenda, simply kick back and unwind on deck while Niki and the crew cater to your every need, serving up gourmet delights and refreshing, exotic cocktails.
With her boundless enthusiasm and culinary mastery, Niki ensures that every moment on board is filled with flavor, fun, and five-star hospitality.
James & Isabella: 9 May - 23 August 2025
Captain James: Cumbrian-born James discovered his passion for the ocean during his teenage years. At just 16, he sailed from Liverpool to Norway, an experience that sparked a lifelong love for the sea. This passion led him to crew on an Atlantic crossing and volunteer to teach sailing to youth aboard a 72-ft ex-round-the-world racing yacht.
James later moved to Greece, where he taught sailing on yachts and loves to share his passion and this is were he met his partner, Isabella and Together, they began captaining charters in the Caribbean in 2017, exploring destinations such as St. Martin, Anguilla, St. Barts, the BVI, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, St Lucia and the Bahamas. Their adventures have also taken them to chartering in the Mediterranean in location like Greece, Malta, Croatia, France, Italy, and Spain.
James shares his love of the ocean through diving and water sports. His hobbies include diving ,e-foil wakeboarding, hiking, and baking delicious sweet treats in the galley, captain James loves to add playful touch to every charter. With his wealth of experience and vibrant energy, James ensures every guest enjoys an unforgettable journey on board mischievous
Born and raised on the Isle of Wight, her father, a chef, was able to teach her a base knowledge in French and British bistro cuisine. Isabella then went on to become a private chef in the French alps and in her summertimes she worked as a watersports instructor for paddlesports. She also completed a summer onboard superyachts as a crew chef at just 23 years old.
After meeting her now fiancé James, she was able to team up with him and they began running high end luxury charters on catamarans as chef in both the Caribbean islands and all across the Mediterranean.
Chef Isabella: Has a serious focus on fresh healthy and innovative flavour combinations and takes great inspiration from chefs around the world to plan her menus carefully for each guest.
Her love for Asian fusion cuisine is present in her menus but Isabella doesn’t forget her roots in French bistro cuisine and her passion for Mediterranean cooking too!
These skills mean Isabella is able to take her guests on a journey through her culinary talents whilst they are onboard.
In her spare time she spent it focusing on bettering her skills in the galley by doing courses at Ashburton Cookery School.
Isabella has a passion for the ocean and loved sail racing and dinghy sailing.
Isabella’s hobbies include diving and a keen interest in photography and videography and collects vintage film cameras
Stewardess Emma: Is known for her constant smile and infectious laughter. Originally from South Africa, she brings a lot of that warm, welcoming energy with her wherever she goes. She believes that life is best lived with a laugh. Her smile is her signature, and she truly believes in the power of a good laugh to brighten someone’s day. Emma is all about staying upbeat and finding joy in everything. When it comes to service, she’s passionate about creating a comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone around her. Whether it’s ensuring the cabin is perfect, organizing a special surprise, or simply offering a friendly chat, Emma is dedicated to making sure every guest feels valued and cared for. Her goal is to create a warm, stress-free environment where guests can truly relax and enjoy their time on board.
When she’s not on board, Emma is usually embracing an active lifestyle. She’s passionate about running, going to the gym, and staying in shape. Since she was four years old, she has always been on horseback. Emma has spent years riding and competing in show jumping and polocrosse. She absolutely adores animals and has three dogs of her own back in South Africa. Due to her love for the outdoors and nature, Emma studied Agriculture in Animal Science at Stellenbosch University.
Emma entered into the yachting to explore the world, meet new people, and experience life on the sea. The ocean has always held a special place in her heart, and she loves the freedom and beauty that comes with being on the water.
Deckhand Connor: Connor is a dedicated and skilled deckhand with a strong commitment to ensuring a seamless cruising experience for every guest. With his can-do attitude, professionalism, and technical expertise, he approaches every task with a blend of hard work and positivity. Whether overseeing maintenance projects or helping guests dive into the wonders of the sea, Connor is always focused on delivering top-notch service while prioritizing safety.
When he’s off duty, Connor enjoys water sports and spearfishing, showcasing his genuine passion for the ocean and adding to the adventurous spirit aboard. His love for the sea and enthusiasm for his role make him an indispensable part of the crew.
The Captain and crew are excited to welcome you aboard and look forward to creating unforgettable memories together.
Captain and Chef work on a rotational basis:
Scott and Nikki: 31 January - 9 May 2025
James & Isabella: 9 May - 23 August 2025
Scott & Nikki: 24 August 25- 16 November 2025
James & Isabella: 16 November 25 - 31 January 2026
Scott & Nikki: 31 January 2026 - 9 April 2026
James & Isabella: 10 April 2026 - 6 June 2026
Scott & Nikki: 7 June 26 - 19 September 26
James & Isabella: 20 September 26 - 30 November 26
Scott & Nikki: 3 November 26 - 13 January 27