I've been in the industry for a little over 18 months and too have had a somewhat difficult time. It think it really is a matter of "right place,...
Hi, I would love to submit my CV for your consideration. I tried to PM you with the info but says you are unable to receive messages.
There are too many captains with just a license. Just because you have a license doesn't mean you know how to operate a yacht properly (or what...
Thanks for all the replies. I will try to find an address and get a written answer from the CG about exactly what my license means. I know I'm...
Again nothing is written in ink, but to answer your question, my certificate is not a condition of employment.
What if I add..there is no written contract or agreement? Am I now just playing with fire?
I believe as an individual I am allowed my right to search around for the opinions of different people and captains. With little luck contacting...
I've accepted a job as the sole crew member aboard a Sabre 40 out of New York. I was hired for the general upkeep of the vessel and assisting the...
Thank you kindly for all of your comments. I've decided to stick it out at least for another 5 months and I'll try to learn as much as I can in...
To start off, I'm 24 and I have several years of experiences on boats up to 25 feet, kayaks and jet skii's. I lived in Fort Lauderdale for two...
Just curious if the USCG license is equivalent to the MCA licenses. I find a lot of job ask about a yacht master offshore or RIB II. And I my...
Well at least I know now and wont renew it when it expires in 2 years. But I guess it wouldn't hurt for me to ask, I'm finding a lot of positions...
I got one because I researched it might be helpful. I'm only a 2 hour drive from Newport RI and it was worth the extra money. Same with the...
Looks like the deck is just wet. And as far as earlier, a 50 ton license is not very much, especially within the yachting industry. I'm...
Just a quick reply, Northeast Maritime Institute is actually a great school with lots of different courses. So far, I've taken the STCW as well...
Well I was able to get my 50 ton license and I'm moving down to Fort Lauderdale October 8th in search of work. I'm ready to make the leap. I'm...
"Cocktails" Anyone familiar with "Cocktails". Curious on who the owners are. I spotted her today at the Fairhaven Shipyard in Fairhaven Mass....
I'm 24 and have been boating since I was 10. Ever since then I've had a love to be on and around the water. I've spent time on boats, kayaks and...
Excellence V is beautiful. I hope we can see some interior photo's soon. I've found some drawings but that's about it for now. Charter Yacht...
Hi, I'm looking to take my STCW and I've found a school in Fairhaven, MA called Northeast Maritime Institute. Are any of you familiar with this...
