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INVICTUS - Latin for "unconquerable", INVICTUS boasts an exceptionally well planned layout with huge 1943 GT interior volume
Length66m (216.6ft)
BuiltDelta Marine, 2013
Interior DesignerDiane Johnson design/Johnson, Wen, Mulder & Associates
Cruising Speed16 knots
Guests12 guests in 9 cabins (Master suite, 6 double cabins, 2 twin)
Crew18 crew
Tenders & Toys8.5m/28’ Comitti V “luxury cocktail boat”8.5m/28’ Novurania chase boat Volvo D42 x 1500cc Sea doo GTI SE 155(2013)jet skis 1 x 8 person banana boat1 x 12.8m/42’ trampoline 1 x 3 person tube “Big Maeble”1 x 2 person tube “Air tube’’2 x stand-up paddle boards1 x 2 person ocean kayak 3 x wakeboards “small, medium, large”1 x scurf board 1 x wake skate 1 x hydrofoil air chair Snorkeling equipment & wetsuits
Audio/Visual and Communications Equipment State of the art AVX A/V centralized distributed entertainment system. 2 x HD satellite dishes with 22 satellite TV receivers. VSAT KVH BroadbandHigh speed WiFi
Key features;Elevator and wheelchair accessible.Impressive main salon with 2.74m/9’ high ceilings; lavish cinema theatre with raised stadium armchair seating.Fabulous guest accommodations, Owner's deck with luxurious full beam bedroom boasting panoramic views, separate His & Hers en suites, office and lounge with private full beam “breakfast deck” forward.Formal dining for 20 with 180 degree sliding glass doors, leading out to wonderful seating areas and a magnificent “Lalique” bar.On the bridge deck – a sensational “uber cool” Parisian nightclub-style sky lounge & a gym with sliding doors and magnificent views.Breath taking sundeck with oversize waterfall Jacuzzi; expansive deck spaces; fold down beach cabana at the stern.Quantum Zero Speed stabilizers
All particulars are believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed
CREW PROFILE
CAPTAIN – Felice “Mauro” Barletta
Italian
Languages: Italian, English and French
With an endless passion for the sea and yachts, Mauro joined his first yacht as
Mate in 1989. From there he moved up and ran successful charter programs on
72m ROSENKAVALIER, 57m PRINCESS LAUREN, 60m ALTAIR, 90m LAUREN L and
60m ANDREAS L. Mauro’s vast experience over the years includes the
Mediterranean (East and West), Greece and Turkey, the Middle East and
Maldives, the Baltics, the east coast of the USA and the Caribbean – in Mauro
you have a captain who is able to show his guests the very best of each location!
He is highly qualified, extremely competent and the crew thrives under his
command as he is both compassionate and exacting. A can-do captain, there is
no request too small or dream too big that Mauro, along with his crew, will not
endeavor to fulfill. A charismatic host and an exceptionally capable and
qualified Captain, Mauro is easily entrusted with guests of all nationalities, from the very young to the
more mature. He welcomes you onboard! Bienvenue! Benvenuti! Добро пожаловать
CHEF – Ian Buffington
American
Languages: English and Spanish, basic French
Born and raised in the Midwestern state of Iowa, Ian grew up hunting and fishing
with his father, camping with his family, and ice fishing in the cold Iowa winters.
Rewarded by the surrounding farmland, Ian had access to some of the best
meats, wild game, and freshwater fish one could find and cooking the bounty
became one of his passions. At the age of 19 Ian attended The Prestigious
Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park New York, earning a Bachelor’s
Degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management. To this Ian added his certificate
from The Society of Wine Educators as a Certified Specialist of Wine. He is well
versed in every style of cuisine and has extensive wine and food pairing
knowledge; something he delights in using every chance he gets! He uses the
freshest of ingredients and loves to provision for guests at local markets. Ian is a
calm force onboard never allowing any pressure to get in the way of him creating his incredible cuisine.
Ian believes the combination of hand selected fresh ingredients, loving creativity and spectacular
presentation are sure to ignite all the senses and stimulate the taste buds. He has a keen mind, a friendly
demeanor and a great sense of humour...Ian invites guests to stop by the galley to be a part of where
the magic happens! Ian's interests still include the outdoors; especially fishing (the crew believe there are
some "big fish tales" here!) A little known secret: Ian is an expert at making his own beer! Add to that, he
is a muscle car enthusiast and you have a well-rounded chef!
SOUS-CHEF – Peter Jahnke
American
Having been in the service industry since 2000, Peter is an accomplished addition
to the INVICTUS crew. Peter’s experience includes working as a chef, butcher,
cheese monger, and cocktail bartender in many fast paced, progressive markets
– something he has thoroughly enjoyed. His extensive knowledge and dedicated
energy combined with a fervent interest in adding to his skill set have repeatedly
marked him as a valuable asset to the INVICTUS team. After graduating The
Culinary Institute of America, Peter plied his talents in Texas, California, New York
and London, making him very well qualified and experienced. He loves being a
part of this incredible galley team! When not otherwise engaged, Peter enjoys
remote exploration by wheel, keel or boot.
CHIEF STEWARDESS – Alessandra Bellanova
Italian
Languages: Italian, English, French
Since 1996, Alessandra has been passionately pursing her career as a Chief
Stewardess, working on such yachts as NANOOK and ANDREAS L. Under her
conscientious leadership, her attention to detail and remarkable service is an
integral part of the INVICTUS program. Energetic and optimistic, Alessandra is a
natural at making people smile and feel so welcomed into the INVICTUS family that
they want to stay longer! Be prepared…the singular goal of Alessandra and her
efficient team of stewardesses is to create an unforgettable experience for each
and every one of the guests! In her down time, Alessandra loves cycling and
running and had been a competitive swimmer for ten years. She is looking forward
to warmly welcoming guests of all ages onboard.
2ND STEWARDESS – Keryn Rankin
New Zealand
Keryn is from New Zealand and a valued member of this top notch interior team.
Having been a flight attendant for Emirates Airline for 4 years, Keryn easily
transitioned her exceptional service skills to the yachting industry. Her passion for
impeccable presentation and flawless service is evident and guests truly feel
pampered. Keryn loves being onboard and is always ready to leap into action to
help guests with their needs, large or small. Her friendly demeanour, eagerness to
please, and experience in yachting make her a highly regarded asset to the
INVICTUS crew. Keryn is a keen diver and is hoping to complete her Yoga teacher
training course in the near future – Namaste!
STEWARDESS – Megan Kiser
American
Megan grew up in South Carolina and before discovering yachting she studied
radiology at Colorado Christian University. It was while bartending on the side that
Megan cultivated her natural ability to provide exceptional service. Her vivacious
spirit and positive nature help to create a wonderful warm atmosphere on board.
Megan is bright and tireless and her willingness to add to the comfort of the guests
makes her a pleasure to have onboard! In her spare time Megan loves swimming,
hiking, biking, and exploring new places.
STEWARDESS - Pauline de Kock
South African
Languages: English, Afrikaans, very basic Greek
Pauline hails from the coastal town of Hermanus in the Cape, which is famous for
whale watching. Multitalented, Pauline achieved great success in her rowing
career whilst studying for a financial degree amidst the gorgeous wine lands of
Stellenbosch. A lover of world travel, Pauline has adapted easily to life onboard
INVICTUS and is keen to devote her abundant energy to kindly welcoming guests
from all over the world on board. She is eager to make their experience
unforgettable! Pauline loves the outdoors and enthusiastically participates in
outdoor activities and for those quieter moments, reading is the perfect escape.
STEWARDESS – Kari Walsh
American
Kari hails from Northern California near the San Francisco valley. This bright young
lady graduated from Arizona State University with a BA in Business Communications.
An avid Water Polo player at University, Kari went on to coach at her old high
school where she was well loved by her students. Rest assured Kari has a great work
ethic and is always eager to provide exceptional service delivered with her
fantastic smile.
LAUNDRESS – Victoria Thomas
British
Languages: English and fluent German
Before joining the yachting industry 2012, Victoria had travelled the world with
Emirates Airlines in Dubai; consequently she also speaks basic Arabic. Victoria has
worked in many facets of the service industry including hostess, housekeeping, food
and beverage and even a driver at a luxury chalet company in Chamonix Mont
Blanc! Her previous yachts include 45m AVA, 62m CANDYSCAPE II, and 70m
REVERIE. One of her many talents is the ability to work at a fast pace while still
ensuring the quality of the work – and all with a delightful attitude and smile on her
face. Victoria has selflessly volunteered her time in Cambodia teaching English to
local children. This sweet young lady is a welcome addition to the INVICTUS family.
CHIEF ENGINEER – Villy Sorenson
Danish
Languages: Danish, fluent English
Born and raised in Denmark, Villy graduated from Aalborg Engineering Schools as a
Marine Engineer in 1984. For the next 8 years, Villy worked on commercial Cargo
vessels from the Baltic to Greenland and then moved to commercial Passenger
vessels and cruise liners for the next 17 years. Villy entered the yachting industry in
2007 and his previous yachts include PRIVATE LIVES, the 135m AL MIRQAB, AUDACIA,
and AQUALIBRIUM. He brings with him a tremendous amount of experience with all
types of electrical equipment and installations and is an expert in trouble shooting
navigation equipment, fire protection equipment, hydraulics equipment,
refrigeration equipment and air conditioning equipment, etc. Villy takes his job
seriously and has immense pride in the work he does and the results show. Dedication to the operation
and safety are his first concerns.
2ND ENGINEER – Ryan Gibson
Australian
Born in Sydney, Australia, Ryan's love of the ocean led him to explore the world. He
spent his early years boating with his parents prior to starting a Marine Mechanics
apprenticeship. Keen to further his engineering experience and knowledge, Ryan
has dedicated his time and passion to earning his Y3 certification. His love for
engineering and INVICTUS is apparent and if you can coax him away from the
engine room, you will be in for a tube ride of your life!! Away from INVICTUS, you will
find Ryan surfing or on the golf course.
1ST OFFICER – Gavin Docking
Australian
Gavin was born in Melbourne, Australia. As a teenager he was a keen windsurfer
and sail maker and was always near the water so the yachting industry was a
natural fit. In 1997 Gavin started his yachting career sailing square riggers on Lake
Michigan and later delivering yachts in the Florida/Caribbean area. He returned to
maritime college in Australia, worked on S/Y SVANEN in Sydney Harbour, eventually
moving up to captaining dive boats on the Great Barrier Reef and Papua New
Guinea. In 2004 he moved to the luxury yacht industry and his previous yachts
include SEAHAWK, TIGEE D’OR and NORTHERN STAR. Well qualified for the position,
Gavin holds an MCA 3000 ton Captains license and an Australian, Class 4 masters
License. He is a dedicated and hardworking professional who enjoys being part of
this fantastic crew.
Over the years Gavin has cruised the Caribbean, Atlantic and Mediterranean seas extensively, and has
also had the opportunity to visit more remote destinations, including Alaska, Tahiti and New Zealand.
When not on yachts, Gavin lives in Seattle with his wife Cassie, where they spend as much time hiking
and exploring the outdoors as possible. He is a very keen photographer and also enjoys SCUBA Diving
and Golf. He looks forward to welcoming you on board!
2ND OFFICER – Russell Baisch
American
Russell is from Murrells Inlet, South Carolina where he grew up surfing, fishing, and
hunting along the Carolina shores. His career in boating has included running
parasail boats and captaining small charter fishing vessels so when guests feel the
urge to go fishing or just want to capture some general knowledge about the
ocean and the creatures that live in it, he’s your guy! Russell also holds an OUPV
Coast Guard License and is a certified diver with countless hours of experience. He
is a very courteous Southern gentleman who will assist guests of all ages with any
needs they may have while aboard INVICTUS. Russell definitely lives and breathes
"Southern hospitality" and guests are charmed by him!
BOSUN / MATE – Justin Hall
American
Justin was born and raised on a lake in Greensboro, North Carolina. Boating, fishing
and enjoying the outdoors have always been the passions of his life. He has
captained many fishing boats, parasail and dive boats and he now holds his 100 ton
license and an Advanced Dive Certificate. Moving into the luxury yachting industry
was a logical step and Justin thrives in this environment. It is with great excitement
and anticipation that Justin looks forward to attending to all the guests needs and
sharing his obsession for the outdoors life during their stay on board INVICTUS.
Watersports? Justin is the first to assist and he adds so much fun to the experience
that the guests don't want to stop!
LEAD DECKHAND – Karl Lang
American
Karl is from Huntington Beach, California and is very at home in the yachting
industry as his father is a long-time Captain on America’s west coast. It was during
high school and University that Karl developed a great work ethic while working
part time on many yachts on California’s coast. It is in this spirit that he always strives
to deliver a great experience to guests. After graduating with a Literature and
Rhetoric degree, Karl joined the Owner’s charter program starting with DOMANI
and now with INVICTUS. Karl is very knowledgeable and experienced with maritime
activities and holds a US Coast Guard 100 ton Captain’s license.
DECKHAND – Mitchell Williams
South African
Languages: English and Afrikaans
Mitch was born and raised in the picturesque coastal town of Durban, South Africa
where he loved to spend time at the beach, surfing and swimming. He joined the
yachting industry after graduating in 2011 and has proven to be a natural fit for this
upbeat charter program. Mitch is an enthusiastic and energetic lad who thrives on
meeting new people. Guests love chatting with him about the shared experiences
of the places he has travelled and yet to travel.
CREWDOG - Victor
Born Summer 2013 in California, Victor is a delightful chocolate Miniature Poodle.
Victor is shy with strangers and beloved by all the crew. "House"-trained and
exceptionally well behaved, there has been more than one guest who has tried to
take Victor home!
02/2014