NORTHERN ESCAPE

Ste Booker

First Officer

British

Description: As the son of a Master Mariner, it was only fate that Ste would embark on a career on the ocean, sharing the same passion and dedication within the maritime industry as his father. From a young age, Ste has been in a leadership role teaching Kitesurfing in Wales and then in 2015 began his career on board his first Superyacht. As the Chief Mate on board M/Y Northern Escape, Ste has a great understanding of seamanship and safety and places a significant emphasis on the guests’ overall experience, ensuring their enjoyment levels are always as high as possible and, of course, include some water sports. Ste loves to spend his downtime kitesurfing, fishing or having a round of golf.

Rebekah Sayle

Second Stewardess

British

Description: Rebekah (Bex) grew up on a small Island in Wales which immediately taught her to appreciate the smaller things in life. From a young age, Bex always had a passion for the sea, water sports and travel and realised she could combine all 3 within the luxury yachting industry whilst travelling the world. Working in 5-star holiday accommodation, Bex was able to gain experience in what would lead to a role on board her first vessel as a stewardess in 2015. Bex has an effervescent personality which is highly contagious. She genuinely loves to see her guests enjoying themselves. In her spare time, you will always find Bex taking part in water sports be it kitesurfing, wakeboarding or soaking up the sun on a Stand-up Paddle.

Kate Hawkins

Stewardess

South African

Description: Kate, originally from the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay in South Africa, made the decision to move to London after finishing school to pursue a career in travel and tourism. Driven by her passion to explore the world and soak up the sun, she eventually found her calling in yachting. Since joining her first boat in Europe in 2015, Kate has embraced the opportunity to travel and has never looked back. With a background in interior design, Kate has developed a keen eye for detail which she applies in all aspects of her work. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure excellence. During her free time, Kate loves to immerse herself in the beauty and adventure of the ocean and its beaches, cherishing the tranquillity it offers. Her top priority is to guarantee a pleasurable experience for all guests on NORTHERN ESCAPE, making every effort to enhance your experience and ensure your satisfaction.

Liam Tyler

Deckhand

South African

Description: Liam is an exuberant and dynamic 20-year-old hailing from South Africa. He spent his formative years in a charming suburb before relocating inland to a quaint farm nestled in the scenic midland’s region, where he resides with his close-knit family. After completing his high school education in 2021, he set his sights on pursuing a career in yachting and has already made significant progress in achieving his goal, having obtained a 200t Yachtmaster certification. He is now actively working towards ascending the ranks to become a Captain. Water activities have been a longstanding passion for Liam, who grew up indulging in water skiing and wakeboarding with his younger sister. As a self-proclaimed adrenaline junkie, he finds great pleasure in engaging in heart-pumping activities. Liam possesses an unbridled enthusiasm for water sports, especially those that involve water toys, and is committed to ensuring the safety of everyone onboard, making their experience unforgettable and one-of-a-kind. In his leisure time, Liam can be found either playing golf or riding his motorbike through the picturesque mountains.