ASTROLABE

Crew Profile

CAPTAIN: Philippe LEROUX
French
CAPTAIN 500 - STCW 2010 - Powerboat 2- Yacht Master Offshore,
Ocean and MCA Master200gt/500gt Unlimited - Qualified engineer
Languages: French, English & Spanish

Philippe has been passionate about water in all its forms since his earliest childhood. Sailing, of course, but also fishing, diving...
He first started sailing on the family boats, but his intense appetite for discovery and exploration pushed him to think bigger and further afield.
At the end of the 80s, as a photojournalist specializing in travel and the outdoors, he worked with specialized sailing magazines and discovered numerous destinations in the Atlantic, the Caribbean, the Pacific and the Mediterranean.
At the end of the 90s, he moved to the South Pacific and set up a saltwater sports fishing business. He sailed in this part of the world for over 20 years, on various yachts including some of his own sailboats.
Back in Europe, rather than continue with the French certifications, he decided to take RYA and MCA certifications.
He travels to deliver boats, has worked with exploration-seeking private owners and also with charter companies in the Pacific, the Mediterranean, the Atlantic, the Caribbean and the Arctic.
He's committed to the safety and comfort of everyone on board and will be delighted to welcome you abooad ASTROLABE, the perfect yacht to show you the most beautiful anchorages during this tailor-made program.


CHEF: Jessica CHAGAS
Italian
STCW 2010 - Power Boat Level 2 -B1/B2 Visa
CAP Cuisine - Iscom RE (Italy) Food and Hygiene Level 2 HCCP
Secrets de cuisine (France) Teppanyaki advanced professional- Sushi Queen (UK
Languages: Italian, fluent Portuguese, French & advanced Spanish

Jessica has 9 years' experience as a chef private and charter yachts.
When she started out, she naturally gravitated towards Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Thanks to her trainings and experiences, she has also discovered and appreciated South American and Asian cuisine;
She can also adapt her menus to specific dietary requirements and prepare vegetarian and/or vegan menus.
She is aiming to offer the best dining experience to guestss and make them feel unique, that everything is made especially for them.


STEWARDESS/DECKHAND: Nadine PRICE
Bristish
STWC - Powerboat L2- Certificate RYA Short Range (VHF)
Food Hygiene L2 - Deckhand Course
Water Padi Seamans Book, Cayman Islands
Language: English

With a passion for adventure and a commitment to excellence, Nadine is a dedicated Deckhand/Stewardess. After completing a season in the Mediterranean in 2024, she joined Astrolabe in the Caribbean in January 2025.

Bringing over a decade of experience in the hospitality and events industry, she specializes in premium customer and F&B services, interior maintenance and is always eager to help on deck duties.
Nadine takes pride in delivering the highest level of professionalism and service and aims to prioritise the ultimate experience for guests.

In her spare time, she likes to practise yoga, meditation or photography, also paddle-board.