CAPTAIN : Xavier Vallat
Maritim booklet NI 2002 F 7881
Highly experienced and responsible yacht Captain, Xavier is capable of meeting both the expectations of a demanding owner and those of a high-level international charter clientele. Comfortable working with any yachting scenario whether that might be for relatively short cruising or for long-distance passages.
COMPETENCIES :
Navigation : 50,000 nautical miles as Captain or Skipper including transoceanic crossings
Management : Crew and property manager. Yacht charter management
MARITIM TRAINING AND CERTIFICATES:
Unlimited Master and Chief 500GT sailing and motor yachts certificate, BSTC, GCO, MEDICAL III, RADAR .APRA, CAERS, mechanics motor 250 KW certificate.
WORKS EXPERIENCE:
2019: Captain on 97’ Integrity m/y Skyra
2018: Captain on various yachts for ANG Cogolin
2006 - 2017: Captain of “Phlora” 78’ Guy Couach yacht (MCA Commercial
Charters in all areas of the Mediterranean for Owner, private guests and commercial clients.
Atlantic crossing on a multihull sailing boat for the owner of “Loria”
Saint-Tropez and Miami property management
2005: Captain of “Passionata” traditional yacht, 90’
2004: Captain of “Circus”, Azimut 88’
2002 to 2004: Captain of maxi-catamaran 80’ “Cochise”, charter, promotion, merchandising
2000-2001 : Sailing Boat Skipper Certificate, charters for various charter companies such as Mooring, Wauquiez Iberis, etc..
1979-2000: Charters in the Mediterranean on Oceanis 43’. Charter in the Caribbean Islands on Catana 56, and 92' passenger vessel, and in the Canaries on Nautitech 475.
Properties management.
CHEF : Christophe Ferreira
Here is a presentation of the Chef of Free Spirit, Christophe, and his gourmet cuisine on Free Spirit.
After several years as a chef in cinematographic universe, at the service of Mr Bruce Willis during his stay in Europe, and a career in several well known establishments, Christophe decided to put his experience and his know-how in the world of yachting.
Trained by chef Thibauld Deltour (Maxim’s) and Alexandre Demard (Executive Chef at X2 Chiang Mai, two times starred), from whom he took over the position of Chef in his Cannes establishment.
His cuisine is international, full of know-how in full respect for the products and the flavors.
Very attentive to customer preferences, they will appreciate a real chef's cuisine, made with simple and good quality products.
Alexandra - Stew
36-year-old Quebecer, very smiling and professional, skillful and efficient, Alexandra is in charge of the service and hotel on board.
With her permanent good humor and her know-how, she will satisfy all your desires and make your stay an unforgettable experience.
Julien - Sailor
Second Quebecer, 36, always pleasant and very helpful, he is the water sports expert for Free-Spirit.
With it you can enjoy all the onboard equipment, water skis, knee-board, paddles, snorkeling ...
He is also a freediving instructor, and will take care of taking you ashore with the tender as well as making you part of his passion for trolling!
Julien will also be able to prepare excellent cocktails for you!
