Your Crew
CHEF Karmen Jurčić
Captain
Tomislav Cirjak, was born in 1983 in Zagreb, Croatia, but has been on the sea most of his life. It started with fun fishing with the family as a little boy, then recreational sailing at first which turned into a passion and later a job.
He completed his Yacht-Master 100 BT license in Zagreb, as well as D2 Basic Safety and GMDSS licenses. Tomislav graduated from the University of Kinesiology (human movement) exercise & sports sciences in Zagreb, where he majored in Sailing. He has been working as a skipper since 2009. As a highly trained and experienced yachtsman, Tomislav has always been winning high plaudits from his clients for his friendly character, his calm attitude to problem-solving, and his commitment to putting his client's interests first. Tomislav is fluent in English, and an Advanced SCUBA diver & a skiing instructor.
This is a competent captain, approachable at all times, and will be as discrete or engaged as you wish him to be. Tomislav's hobbies include fishing, underwater fishing & photography.
Tomislav's favorite places on Adriatic coast are Korcula & Bisevo Bay. His last position was onboard s/y SWEET DREAMS.
Chef Karmen Jurčić
Karmen Jurčić is a passionate and dedicated 25-year-YOUNG chef with a diverse background in the hospitality and gastronomy industries. After starting her career as a head waitress in a renowned restaurant, she decided to follow her true calling in the culinary world and become a chef. Originally trained as a medical technician, she made a bold career shift and pursued her studies in gastronomy, first in Naples, Universita degli studi di Napoli, Italy, and currently at the prestigious Aspira School in Split, Croatia.
Karmen’s expertise extends beyond cooking—she has a deep knowledge of wine, having attended the Wine Academy in Split and participated as a sommelier at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles – Rosé Wines Session, an international wine tasting event.
Her culinary talent was recognized when she became one of the top five contestants in the regional MasterChef competition, a significant milestone in her career that showcases both her skill and dedication to her craft. Fluent in English, and conversational in Italian and German, Karmen continues to expand her knowledge and refine her culinary abilities abroad, with an unwavering commitment to her growth in the gastronomy field. Despite her ambition, young chef Karmen does not forget to give back to the community by volunteering i the local the soup kitchen.
Her favourite dishes to prepare onboard are risotto, pasta and salads that harmonize with Dalmatian ingredients such as fresh fish. Additionally, she loves organizing themed evenings that connect to the islands and highlight the traditional dishes of those regions.
She says she can not single out one place on the Adriatic coast, as she feels like every island has its own soul and is worth visiting. She feels welcomed by nature, history, food and local people.
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