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    Your charter crew aboard the motor yacht Magic is looking forward to pampering your every desire with comfortable voyaging, fun entertainment and fine gourmet dining in a classical and cosmopolitan ambiance.

    Please scroll through the crew profiles below for more information on your experienced crew. Click a crew image to see a larger image.

 
 
Click for Larger Captain Mac McDonald

It is now my 15th year in yachting. I was raised in NC but not near the water. Having grown up on campus, I am a die-hard Wake Forest fan and alumni. I started my yachting career by delivering yachts for local brokerage houses in Ft. Lauderdale, gaining the respect of the industry as a solid performer and an extremely safe Captain. Simultaneously, I was teaching PADI diving on the local reefs off Ft. Lauderdale. I really enjoy spear-fishing and catching lobsters. I bring on board a degree of professionalism that is envied by many, matched by few, and followed by the crew that I have the privilege of working with. I genuinely enjoy yachting and all that it has to offer. I was very fortunate to meet my future wife onboard my first yacht and we have run several very successful vessels since then. My theory for yachting is that my crew and I are here to provide an experience of a lifetime for our guests through the finest and safest service any vessel can offer whilst exploring interesting locales and regions. Welcome Aboard!

 
Click for Larger Chef Betsy McDonald

After obtaining my degree in Banking & Finance, I graduated from the Culinary Institute of America. I am a Certified Chef, USCG 100T Master, and PADI certified diver. Captain Mac and I have been a successful charter team for 14 years. This experience is reflected in my ability to customize menus to suit my guest's every need and desire using fresh, local ingredients from around the world. I am proficient in a wide variety of menus including New American, Mediterranean, and Spa Cuisine. Most importantly, I am thrilled to continue to learn and develop new dishes with focus on the country we find ourselves in…this is the part of my job that keeps me excited and passionate about food after so many years. I look forward to a “Magical” culinary experience with you!

 
Click for Larger First Mate Ryan Jamison

Growing up in New York, and New England, I have spent most of my free time on the water either fishing, sailing, or just lounging on the beach. I started yachting as a career in Newport, Rhode Island as delivery crew on sailing yachts. Since then I have had the privilege of traveling to some of the most beautiful places in the world. Working on motor yachts and sailing yachts has given me the knowledge and experience to be licensed with the USCG and the MCA. I enjoy the yachting industry, and look forward to continuing my travels onboard Magic. I hope you enjoy your stay aboard.

 
Click for Larger Bosun Martin Cunocka

I was born in Roznava, a small mining town in Slovakia. My desire to work on boats came from my grandfather, who was a seaman and gave me the idea to someday try it as well. My working career started in the service industry in luxury hotels in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. As I always loved to travel, I decided to change my life by changing a career and it has worked out well. I have been in yachting since 2007 and I love my job. I also enjoy meeting new people, water sports and all kinds of fun. I believe you will have a great time with myself and the crew of Magic.

 
Click for Larger Deckhand/Galley Assistant Grant Lipman

Growing up in Sydney Australia, as a keen surfer, I spent my youth around the water. Having always shared a passion for food, as well as textiles, I studied hospitality for several years before undertaking many roles within the clothing industry. After a while, I realized it was time to head back to my roots and pursue life on the ocean. So I am happy to now be a part of Magic, able to incorporate both my love of food and passion for the water in my every day work. I look forward to welcoming you aboard!

 
Click for Larger Engineer Brian Cordial

I was born in Exeter in the southwest of England. I spent most of my life there and it's where I developed my love for the water. After finishing school, I went to work as a Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician and completed a four year apprenticeship. I then made the transition to small yachts putting into practice my skills and mechanical experience. A natural progression followed to working aboard large charter yachts on which I have now been for seven years. I have traveled in the Med, Caribbean and crossed the Atlantic three times. My love for travel and engineering will ensure a safe and reliable stay aboard motor yacht Magic.

 
Click for Larger Deck/2nd Engineer Evan Eldredge

Growing up in south Florida, I came to love playing on the ocean. I have traveled from the Caribbean down to central America boating and surfing. I look forward to hopefully travelling around the world. Working aboard yachts for 4 years has led me to enjoy the engineering department and I hope to further my career in this field. I look forward to helping you enjoy your experience aboard the Magic.

 
Click for Larger Chief Stewardess Carley Lewis

I'm from Newport, South Wales. Having always had a passion for travel and foreign languages, I aspired to work abroad from a young age. I have enjoyed various jobs including being a Nanny in the south of France and working in the Alps during ski season. For the last four years, I've been aboard yachts of various sizes as Stewardess whilst cruising the Med and Caribbean. My creativity, enthusiasm, and attention to detail have enabled me to progress in my yachting career. I expect to pamper my guests and ensure the highest degree of service. I look forward to welcoming you aboard Magic.

 
Click for Larger Stewardess Shannon Bridgeman

I was raised on the west coast of Canada, where I sailed every weekend with my family. It was here that I developed my passion for the sea. I recently joined the yachting industry to take a break from my university education. I am a very high energy person and love to be active during any down time that I have. I look forward to making your stay on Magic a memorable one.

 
Click for Larger Stewardess Sandra Toporova

I was born in a small mining town, in Roznava – Slovakia. After finishing economics at the Commercial Business Academy, my plan to study mass media was put on hold when I accepted an offer to work at a four star ski and wellness spa resort. Later I continued my service career in Zurich at Hotel Uto Kulm, catering to business executives and CEO's, planning large conferences and business dinners. My love affair with yachting started on a 28m private yacht in 2007. I love socializing with friends, meeting new people, books, music, water sports and I have a mean game of bowling. I am here to cater to your every need. Enjoy your trip!

 
 
 
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