DE LISLE III

Daniel Farrell

Captain

Australian

DAN HAS CRUISED: The Mediterranean, The Caribbean, The Americas, Pacific and Atlantic Ocean crossings, South Polynesia and New Zealand. Australia extensively. Description: Hailing from Port Douglas, Far North Queensland, Dan has spent the vast majority of his working life on the water. His foundation as a deckhand running guests to the outer reef pontoons on the Great Barrier Reef, was the catalyst for a deep passion of the ocean and working in the marine environment. From there, Dan successfully pursued a career working on Luxury Yachts all over the world. Over this 8 year period he worked on several vessels, spanning opulent charter vessels in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean, to a luxury 60m Expedition Vessel in the position as First Mate on which he covered over 50,000 nautical miles, ranging from the Mediterranean, The Caribbean, The Americas, Pacific and Atlantic Ocean crossings, South Polynesia and New Zealand. Family life saw Dan return to Australia where he steered his career towards a new direction, taking on Marine Construction where he achieved a Master position running his own vessel. Dan regards his position as Captain on DE LISLE III since 2016, as the pinnacle of his career and brings with him a wealth of knowledge, an unwavering focus on safety, professionalism and enthusiasm to ensure guests have an unforgettable experience.

Previous yachtsM/Y SEAWOLF, M/Y JANIE, M/Y OCTOBER ROSE

Nigel Syme

Chef

Australian

Description: Nigel was born in New Zealand, and at the age of three moved to Australia with his family. As a young boy, in 1997 Nigel was among the top 10 Apprentices in competitions, and in 1999 became a qualified Chef. His first job at Marriott as a Chef de Partie allowed him to dive into his passion under the guidance of English Chef Mark Wilson for 2 years. Nigel was awarded gold and silver plate awards whilst within the Marriott hotel chain. He opened two of the best Restaurants in Queensland, East Coast Australia, sharpening his skills from training since a young adult, and then found himself working alongside a Personal Chef of the Sultan of Brunei where he became a Chef de Cuisine. Nigel accommodates a diverse array of tastes. Nigel has more than 25 years experience plating up delicious delights, 6 of which have been enjoyed at sea. Naturally, his love for fine food and the sea, make his seafood selection most requested. Since leaving his land-based career, Nigel has been working on yachts all over the world, creating delights for high profile Owners and Guests. Nigel has a deep passion, a person who cooks from his heart. Freshly-baked breads, pasta and desserts spread a smell like no other, whetting your appetite as you come out of the water after a day of active pursuit!

Ellie Butterss

Chief Stewardess

Australian

Description: Having grown up in rural tropical North Queensland Ellie has spent a majority of her life outdoors and has love for all things nature and water related. At 19 she left travelled to Europe where she discovered the yachting industry. Cruising throughout the Mediterranean, Caribbean, USA and Indonesia she knows what it takes to offer premium, luxury experience to her guests, though it will always be the unique Australian coastline that has her heart.