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Looking for one crew, preferably female (for gender balance, will have to share a cabin with another female crew) sailing from Florida in late April. 13m monohull. Professional skipper, vegetarian food, non-smoker only. Must have some sailing experience.
Departure from East Florida 3rd week of April, arrival in Ireland early June. 4 people on board
If interested, please write!
Crew positionFriendship
Availability 23 Apr 2025 until 12 Jun 2025
Expenses to/from vesselPaid by crew
Expenses onboardPaid by crew
Team / SoloNot important
TypeSailing Yacht
Make/modelsloop
Length35 feet
Berth2
Sailing from United States , Florida
Sailing to Ireland
Language spoke aboardEnglish
Boat descriptionThe Florida to Ireland trip is the delivery of a Mason 44 fully equipped for offshore sailing. My own boat is a 35 foot aluminium sloop in excellent condition and fully equipped for short-handed offshore sailing off the beaten track. Full refit in 2020/2021 in preparation for a trip to the Arctic, which hasn't happened yet (but is now planned for the summer of 2025, I already have a crew for this). The refit included new standing rigging, new main sail, new spinnaker, new anchors, new electric pilots, major upgrades to electrics and electronics, all new safety equipment (PLB, EPIRB, liferaft, AIS distress beacon, 2 VHFs both with DSC, AIS transponder, satellite communicator, etc...). Open plan interior with two comfortable double sea berths + saloon. Galley with fridge and oven (fresh bread most days). No hot water. I've sailed nearly 20 000 miles with her, half of it solo. She's not fancy, but she's a strong, reliable offshore cruiser. She went through another refit in 2024 (new genoa, painting, new batteries, new autopilot, update of safety equipment, etc.) and is now overwintering on the hard in Southern Brittany while I'm away enjoying the summer in the Southern Hemisphere. She will sail North from Brittany in the spring of 2025, then to the Southern Hemisphere in the autumn of 2025 (unless i buy a bigger boat by then).
NationalityEuropean
Age65
GenderMale
Fluent languages
English
Basic knowledge of
French
Spanish
Qualifications
ICC Power/Sail
Long Range Radio Certificate
RYA Yachtmaster
Safety at Sea/Sea Survival
Senior Instructor
Short Range VHF / GMDSS
STCW 95 Compliant
STCW Fire Fighting
STCW 1st Aid
ENG1 cert.
STCW Medical First Aid
STCW Proficiency in Medical Care
Restricted Operators Certificate (Maritime Radio)
Sea Miles 10,000+
Experienced, open-minded & fun
I joined Bezook & Apsara for a trip down the portuguese coast and then on to the Canaries. I am very glad for this 10-days experience - I had a wonderful time on board, Apsara is a beautiful, well-equipped boat and Bezook knows her super well. He is a very experienced skipper who is always willing to share his knowledge; he is open-minded and interested in a lot of topics from astrology to yoga to climate activism, so you can pass long hours at sea with interesting conversations. Bezook is a calm and responsible person who has the habit of solo-sailing, nevertheless he let's you participate in everything and he is always there in case you have a doubt about something on your watch. To make things complete, he is also a great cook! I hope to be able to join Bezook & Apsara again in the future!
10th Apr 2023
Great sailing experience
It was my first real/long sailing trip and I'm glad I've done it with Bezook! He's a great captain and person with a lot of experience to share, that's the best part! He allowed me to learn a lot and definitely passed on various of his passions to me. We crossed the Atlantic together, such an amazing experience and so smooth : he's good communicant, great teacher & cook (very important!) I never felt unsafe on Apsara & found my place quite easily. Don't know what to add, a lot more could be said, but if you have the opportunity just go & enjoy! See you around!
6th Feb 2023
Always willing to share his experience
I spent a week on board of Apsara, from which I took in a lot and had the chance to see the beautiful Portuguese coastline. Bezook is a responsible, patient and contactable captain. I learned a lot from his experience - not only sailing. Thank you! I hope that we will meet again on the waters of this world :)
11th Jan 2022
Very Experienced, and fair
Without having offshore experience, Bezook was understandable slightly hesitant to take me with him for a longer crossing, but he said yes and gave me the chance of a massive learning experience. I always felt safe under his guidance, even in fairly rough conditions. Thank you for the chance to get a first, but certainly not last experience in touring. I felt well cared off and enjoyed our conversations.
29th Nov 2021
Kind and sincere
You will not be disappointed to sail with Bezook, who is a captain very experienced and skilled. I spent 3 days on Apsara and I learned more than in 2 weeks ! Patient, and listening, you'll feel safe with him on Apsara. Also, you don't want to miss his famous porridge !
28th Jul 2021
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A true french sailor
I sailed with Bezook and Apsara along the west cork coast for 3 days. Bezook is a very experienced sailor with many Atlantic crossing under his belt. He knows the Irish coast like the back of his hand. Apsara is a safe and solid boat which could take you anyway. Although my trip with them was short, I learned a lot from Bezook who is willing to let you have everything, from helming to raising sail and anchoring. Sailing on and off of the anchor was also a common manoeuvre which not many skippers willing to do. Something I really appreciate as there's not much fun to be had under engine. From his travels he has experienced so much and that really comes across as he always has a story to tell. Definitely a boat in which I would return to without any hesitation. I wish them both all the best in their future endeavours.
6th Jul 2023