Estia

Captain Andrea Marchi is driven by a true and innate passion for sailing lasting for over 20 years. He graduated from the Technical Naval Institute of Viareggio in 1988 and obtained the qualifications of long-distance Commander and Shipbuilder.
Captain Andrea began his career aboard pleasure boats from 40 to 80 ft in the early 2000s and never left the sea again. Among his most significant experiences one cannot fail to mention an 86-ft CDM of a well-known Italian opera singer as well as a unit of a famous Italian fashion designer.
The basis for the success of Andrea is based on correct communication and listening. Among his qualities, precision and empathy are the key that helps him better manage the safety and success of the whole team.
Andrea has a profound knowledge of the Mediterranean Sea spanning from Spain to Croatia. Colloquial English knowledge


Born in 1974, Buffoni Andrea is the deckhand on board of the SX 88 Estia. Determined, hard-working and professional, Andrea’s tasks range from technical and mechanical matters to the general yacht management providing assistance to the Captain.


Serena Burzi, stewardess and cook on board of the SX 88 Estia, has been working for 17 years in the luxury industry as executive Assistant & Showroom coordinator for internationally renowned Italian fashion brands. Driven by a strong passion for sea, Serena gained extensive experience as Stewardess and Cook on board motor and sailing yachts, including a successful experience onboard the previous yacht of the Owner of Estia proving her strong interpersonal and management skills. She is a dynamic and hardworking person. Passionate about Mediterranean cuisine, she knows how to delight the guests' palates.
Last but not less importantly, Serena has a high level of fluency in English and basic knowledge of French.