Taylor was born in Johannesburg, South Africa and was by no means brought up around, or on the Ocean. It was his attraction to adventure and travel that pushed him to sail a 40ft catamaran across the Atlantic Ocean from Cape Town, South Africa to Annapolis, Maryland at the age of 18. It was from there that he began his career on yachts.
Taylor has traveled a vast amount of the world by sea, having encountered all sorts of weather and emergencies in his years of yachting. Taylor has performed and excelled in every role throughout his yachting career, including chief engineer on a 146ft jet drive yacht at the age of 28. Due to his extensive knowledge on the land, sea and behind the scene mechanics, Taylor carry’s a calm, collected and educated approach to any situation. Taylor has been Captaining motor yachts since the age of 25 and will ensure you a safe voyage aboard Vivace.
To top it off Taylor holds a PADI dive master, certified free diver and is an expert spear fisherman. If you are interested in water sports, Taylor is your guy. He can lead you through the lively reefs and wrecks of the clear Bahamas water and even catch your dinner!
This, along with his friendly demeanor has created a favorable reputation for Taylor in the super yachting industry. On his off time he can be found venturing the mountains in Maine or diving the reefs of Central America. His passion for the outdoors and happy go lucky attitude will have you smiling for weeks after your trip on board Vivace!
Eduardo was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina but grew up in Rio Di Janeiro, Brazil. Ed spent his childhood beachside, playing sports such as football and volleyball. His favorite childhood memories are hiking to Brazil’s beautiful waterfalls with his family and friends; his most beloved is the Iguaçu Waterfall. With the ocean being Ed’s second home, it is no surprise he found an interest in the world of yachting.
At the age of 20 while traveling Europe, Eduardo was introduced to yachting. After returning home to complete his maritime education, Ed gained his first experience as crew on a small sailing catamaran, exploring over 1600 miles around the Brazilian coast. He then decided to head to Italy to dive into the Superyacht industry. With Eduardo’s hard efforts, positive attitude, and expert networking, he found his first yacht in no time.
Ed grew in the industry quickly and is now a successful first mate on board Vivace. He has a goal to become a Captain one day. Eduardo’s knowledge of the ocean, water activities and fishing make him a crucial member of our tight knit crew on board Vivace.
Ed fell in love with the Italian coast and feels lucky to have been able to work and travel there among many other countries including the Caribbean Sea, USA & Bahamas. On Ed’s free time you will find him exploring new areas and waking up early to start his day watching the sunrise. Ed’s Positivity and absolute love for the world we live in make him a hit among crew and guests. He is sure to aid in a pleasant trip on board Vivace!
Monja grew up in North Eastern South Africa in a town called Nelspruit, on the boarder of the Kruger National Park. Her childhood circled around nature & wildlife, as she spent her winter’s enjoying safari’s and summers on the Mozambique coast.
After grade school, Monja moved to the Western Cape of S.A. and attended the University of Stellenbosch for law and accounting. It was there where she developed a greater passion for the outdoors, arts and gastronomy. After successfully procuring her bachelor’s degree she set her eyes on finding a career that suited her personality and aligned with her passions. It was then she decided to join the Yachting industry.
Monja started yachting as a sous chef learning under some of the best charter chefs in the industry. Throughout her many years cooking on yachts, Monja has developed a refined, artistic and fresh cooking style. She has taken various intensive culinary courses and has a true passion for pastry making, Northern African and Mediterranean cuisine. Monja’s attention to detail and ability to utilize the freshest ingredients in all areas of the world, ensure each meal to be filled with flavor, delight and appreciation. Her calm and collected persona make her an advantageous crew member on board Vivace.
Having grown up in the mountains of New England, Elodie’s love for the outdoors has always been strong. Her summers were spent sailing the ridged Maine coastline and winters skiing the White Mountains. As a dual citizen both American and Canadian, she decided to study a double major in Criminology and Sociology in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Shortly after graduating with her BA, she made the decision to join yachting in 2016, following her love of traveling the world and working on the ocean. Elodie has been lucky to travel many destinations of the world on super yachts, including the: South Pacific, Australia, Central America, West/East coast USA, Mediterranean and Caribbean.
Elodie’s positive, upbeat and caring attitude creates a fun-loving presence among crew and guests. Elodie’s focus is always guest experience, doing everything she can to make your stay onboard unforgettable. Her impeccable service is complimented by her friendly, enthusiastic approach to life. She loves to entertain and will ensure your holiday on Vivace to be everything you could imagine and more. Watch out, her smile is contagious!
Ashlee was born and raised in Sydney, Australia. Growing up she was involved in many sports including competitive swimming, where her love for the water originated. With Sydney’s infamous coastline, she spent many of her summers enjoying the beaches, numerous hiking trails and outdoor activities on offer.
Ashlee has traveled to various places around the world, including Western Europe, Scandinavia, North America, and New Zealand. On her travels, it is Ashlee’s goal to try and partake in her favorite activity – bungee jumping! After recently completing her Batchelors degree in Journalism, Ashlee’s travel bug was still alive and well, leading her to take the leap into the yachting industry.
Ashlee is brand new to the industry and is eager to learn all the tricks of the trade. She is enthusiastic and takes on new tasks with optimism and ease. Her calm and collected demeaner is a lovely addition to Vivace. Ashlee is ready and willing to serve, her eye for detail and attentiveness in housekeeping will leave you wondering how your room is always so pristine. Ashlee’s professionalism and fun personality provide top notch service for guests. She is looking forward to aiding in an unforgettable experience for any guest that comes onboard Vivace.
