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Meet ‘Home,’ the Sleek 164-Foot Superyacht That Starred in ‘Below Deck’

The 164-footer was not only the backdrop for the reality series but also has hybrid propulsion and a "50 shades of white" interior., julia zaltzman, julia zaltzman's most recent stories.

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The 164-foot motor yacht Home was Heesen’s first hybrid yacht when it delivered in 2017. It was also the first yacht to combine hybrid propulsion with a Fast Displacement Hull Shape (FDHF), which is proven to outperform conventional hull forms at all speeds. Built in lightweight aluminum, Home delivers 48 percent more fuel efficiency than other yachts of the same size.

Another perk of the hybrid propulsion package is reduced noise and vibration. Sensory expert Barry Smith, founder of the Centre for the Study of the Senses, discovered that the enjoyment of fine dining and wine while cruising in electric mode is significantly enhanced.

“Our research has shown that the brain’s processing of taste is affected by noise, which reduces the tongue’s ability to detect salt, sweet and sour,” says Smith. “The beauty of Home is the ability to run at a sound of around 46 decibels—the sound level of softly falling rain—enabling those on board to enjoy food and drink with no diminution of taste.”

Home began as a speculation build by the shipyard, before the American owner stepped in to the project. The initial interior was not to his liking, so he engaged Italian designer Cristiano Gatto to rework the design. He mandated simplicity, rather than minimalism. He also requested decor inspired by his residences, reflecting their contemporary Ibiza style. One perfect example: The slinky metal chaise lounge in the main salon by Italian designer Franco Poli.

Here are 10 facts about one of the world’s first hybrid yachts.

Star of the Med

Home ’s fortune took a sharp turn in 2022 when it became the star of the seventh season of Below Deck Mediterranean . Filmed in Malta, the reality series followed its crew over an eight-week charter season, with Captain Sandy Yawn at the helm. Unlike most yachts on Below Deck, Home retained its real name on screen. It was the first diesel-electric motor yacht to appear on the show, and in typical style, the producers added a dancing pole to the sundeck to spice up the onboard antics.

50 Shades of White

Home takes the trend for neutral interiors to a whole new level. Alongside a color palette of black and gray with pops of deep red, the yacht features 50 shades of white, from off-white to ivory. The original owner mandated an interior that gave him a “home away from home”—hence the yacht’s name. Low-slung sofas and bespoke loose furniture create a relaxed and welcoming beach club ambience. The vessel’s teak flooring and full-height glass windows blur the distinction between inside and out.

Party Lounge

One of Heesen’s signature areas is an upper-deck sky lounge. Home ’s casual bean bags, daybeds, and stark-white bar with LED strip lighting provide a natural extension to the alfresco dining terrace. When the doors to the aft deck are shut and the furniture removed, a mirror ball and a smoke machine are added turning the area into a dedicated party room for nighttime use.

A Dreamier Shade of Pale

Full-height windows in the full-beam, main deck owner’s suite bounce natural light off the paler-than-pale color scheme. The off-white bed, rug, walls, and ceiling are offset with a sky-blue bed throw. There is a dressing room, an en suite with shower and a private office. There’s also a full-beam VIP cabin on the lower deck, as well as two double cabins and two twin cabins to accommodate 12 guests, including families.

Moody Sundeck

Home ’s sundeck is the hub of the boat. There are sun lounges forward with privacy glass safety screens to shelter guests from sea spray and wind. Beneath the hardtop bimini is a large sit-up bar and lounge area, which also doubles as an outdoor dining area. The bar lights up in soft pastel shades at night to bring the party atmosphere. Aft is a Jacuzzi, while a projector and a screen set-up transform the deck into an outdoor cinema.

On the Nose

The yacht is easily spotted on the horizon, thanks to its distinctive plumb bow. The vertical front increases Home ’s waterline length, helping it to slice through waves and lift in rougher water. It guarantees a smoother and faster ride for guests, as well as creating more room on the interior for crew accommodations. For a more immersive journey, a telescopic seat on the foredeck rises from the bow for 360-degree views.

Sea Terrace

A central staircase on the main deck aft leads down to an oversized swim platform that doubles as a sea-level sun lounge. With plenty of room for daybeds and sunrise yoga sessions, it’s the perfect waterside hang out.

The Athletic Club

The lower-deck gym is a full-beam, air-conditioned space for guests to sweat it out. It’s kitted out with a range of equipment, including a workout bench, Techno Gym dumbbells, an exercise bike, and a rowing machine. When guests are done with their workout, they’re just a few steps from the sea for the ultimate plunge to cool off.

The Electric Package

The twin 805 hp MTU engines (smaller than those typically fitted on a yacht of this size) can be operated in four different cruising modes: hybrid (with noise levels in the owner’s stateroom measuring as low as 46 decibels), economic, cruising (consuming as little as 12 gallons per hour at 9 knots), and boost, which pushes the boat to a top speed of 16.8 knots.

Fast, Efficient Hull

At the time of launch, Home was the first yacht to combine the super efficiency of an FDHF hull, designed by Van Oosenan Naval Architects, with hybrid propulsion. The combination was celebrated with a RINA green award presented by HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco.

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Meet The Cast Of Below Deck Med

The sixth season of "Below Deck Mediterranean" made its debut on June 28, 2021, featuring a mix of familiar faces and new crew members to the Mediterranean-focused spinoff in Bravo's " Below Deck " franchise. Like the other series, "Below Deck Mediterranean" follows the crew of a super yacht, with the new season following the action aboard the 180-foot "mega yacht" Lady Michelle as it cruises the Adriatic sea, exploring the pristine waters off Croatia's Dalmatian Coast. 

According to Bravo's press release , viewers shouldn't be expecting smooth sailing in season six. "Personalities clash and tension quickly escalates as a crew member's grudges start to rock the boat and disrupt the workflow," the release teased, also revealing that "a serious crisis occurs before the opening charter, leaving the staff to worry if the season will be over before it even begins."

With Captain Sandy Yawn back in charge, her hands are full managing an all-new crew (along with returning crew member Malia White ) as they all get to know each other while serving together on a luxury charter. So who are these new arrivals to the "Below Deck" franchise? Keep on reading to meet the cast of "Below Deck: Mediterranean."

Chief stew Katie Flood is no newbie to the yachting world

Hailing from New Zealand,  Katie Flood is the new chief stew aboard the Lady Michelle. As her Bravo bio pointed out, she has more than six years of yachting experience under her belt. During those years, working on both private and charter yachts, she developed a reputation "as a perfectionist with a keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic ... No matter how difficult the request, she always manages to get it done and flawlessly."

However, a trailer for the sixth season of "Below Deck Mediterranean" hints at clashes between Katie and members of her team, with Katie seen telling one of the stews, "I'm pissed off at you!" In an interview with E! , however, Katie shrugged off the drama by insisting it was no big deal, merely that "s**t happens" in the yachting industry. "That's why there's a show about it," she quipped.

As she explained, that can be par for the course when disparate personalities are thrown together. "It's like, we're still learning about each other, still figuring how to work together," she added. "In what world would that ever run completely smoothly?"

Chef Mathew Shea wound up embroiled in drama at the start

Becoming a chef had been Mathew Shea 's dream since age 12, his  bio  explained, and he learned a lot from his mother, "who ran a macrobiotic cooking school in the '80s." His first experience cooking on the high seas came when he "went on tour with Greenpeace, where he was hired as an assistant to a classically-trained French Chef who became his mentor." After pursuing a career as a chef within the yachting industry, Matthew's elite clientele has included the likes of media mogul Rupert Murdoch and actor Hugh Jackman.

Unfortunately, Mathew's maiden voyage on the Lady Michelle was not smooth sailing. As Us Weekly reported, he suffered a gnarly knee injury at the outset of the journey, documented in the season's first episode. "I don't feel like I can do this properly... I didn't sleep and trying to figure out the kitchen on the first day with that handicap... I am freaking out," Mathew told Captain Sandy Yawn of his injury. "My livelihood is standing on my foot. I don't want it to get worse. I don't know what the f**k it is, but it doesn't feel right."

New stew Lexi Wilson is a former athlete and beauty pageant queen

According to Lexi Wilson 's network bio , she moved to Florida from her native Bahamas on a track and field scholarship and represented the Bahamas when competing in the 2013 Miss Universe pageant . While living in Florida, she became friendly with the captain of a yacht and accepted an offer to become a stew on his boat, and "hasn't looked back since." In fact, her bio added, "Even when she is in uniform, Lexi manages to remain glamorous and have a good time. Lexi joins the crew as the second stew and is always one to prioritize service to the guests."

Lexi makes a brief but memorable appearance in the season-six teaser , when chief stew Katie Flood is seen berating Lexi, who's on the phone with her mother. "Hey mom, I'm quitting this boat," she says, while in another clip she declares, "If you want me to be a f**king b***h, I can be a b***h."

While the teaser may indicate stormy seas ahead, Lexi's Instagram feed is significantly less fraught — and far more glamorous, including a photo of  a lace-gloved hand (presumably hers) holding a dark drink in a martini glass.

Courtney Veale brings a lifelong love of travel to her new role as stew

A native of Wales, Courtney Veale 's bio noted that she'd experienced a cavalcade of different vocations before heading out to sea, including stints as "a ski resort representative, bartender, paper delivery girl, nanny, and even a performer in Disneyland Paris."

Her first job in the yachting world was aboard a vessel in the south of France, and the gig seemed to tick all her boxes. It was during that excursion, her bio explained, that "she knew she had found the perfect fit." As a member of the Lady Michelle crew, Courtney's "sunny personality and can-do attitude" is sure to be welcomed by her fellow crew members as she embarks on her first season of "Below Deck Mediterranean." 

Meanwhile, Courtney seems to have had herself a fine time on the Mediterranean, judging by a photo she shared on Instagram ahead of the show's sixth season premiere. "A rare occasion I have something other than an Aperol in my hand," she wrote in the caption for a pic of her bikini-clad self standing next to the ocean. "Can't believe I'm back in Croatia where we filmed and now it's premiering!"

New deckhand David Pascoe made a major career change before coming to yachting

According to David Pascoe 's bio , the new deckhand on the Lady Michelle was born in Italy and raised in the U.K. Working in the world of yachting, however, was not what he originally had in mind. In fact, he'd already launched an earlier career as a care worker at a facility for people rehabilitating from brain injuries before taking a sharp left turn into a whole other vocation. 

If the trailer for the sixth season of "Below Deck Mediterranean" is any indication, David could be landing smack-dab in the middle of some major drama; as ScreenRant pointed out, he and another member of the Lady Michelle crew appear to be vying for the affection of bosun Malia White. 

Malia, fans may recall, released a "PSA" video on Instagram (which she later deleted, but not before it could be documented by ScreenRant ) in which she confirmed that she and boyfriend Tom Checketts had split up. Now that she's single, she's seemingly enjoying all the attention by certain male members of the crew, a storyline that no doubt plays out during season six.

Deckhand Lloyd Spencer brings a love of thrill-seeking adventure

Also joining the Lady Michelle as deckhand is Lloyd Spencer , a native of Britain who'd developed a penchant for adrenaline-charged, thrill-seeking activities. According to his Bravo bio , a nasty motorcycle accident led him to a career on the water, ultimately landing in the world of super yachting. "On the mega yacht Lady Michelle, Lloyd is a joy to be around and a hard worker who is determined to prove his skills both on deck and in engineering," his bio noted. "One to always say yes to a challenge, he loves the ever-changing and exciting lifestyle that yachting provides."

However, Lloyd's maiden voyage with the Lady Michelle is not without incident, as evidenced in the first-look trailer for season six of "Below Deck Mediterranean." In the clip, Lloyd is seen vomiting into the ocean, and then lying on a couch while he's undergoing a medical examination. "His blood pressure's really high, he has chest pains... he needs to go to the hospital," a voice says off-camera, just before a shot of a waiting ambulance. 

Judging by subsequent fun-filled  Instagram  posts, though, Lloyd has apparently made a full recovery from whatever was ailing him.

Deckhand Mzi "Zee" Dempers has a reputation for being the life of every party

Mzi Dempers , known by his nickname Zee, hails from Durban, South Africa, and has followed a family tradition of yachting. As his bio explained, his two brothers are also employed in yachting, with one serving as a captain and the other a chief officer. While he encountered some visa issues that waylaid his plans to work internationally for a while, those problems have since been sorted out and he's making the most of his freedom to travel. "Now he is ready to jump back into yachting to see the world and learn about other cultures," his bio stated. "Zee's contagious laughter and lovable spirit make him the life of every party!"

That is certainly borne out by the season-six trailer for "Below Deck Mediterranean," which features Zee in the midst of various partying scenarios, including a full-on make-out session with a female crew member and numerous occurrences of him falling to the floor. 

Zee took to Instagram to tease his role in the show. "Hope smiles were this big whilst watching the trailer," he wrote in the caption, accompanying a pic of his smiling self chilling on a sandy beach.

Captain Sandy Yawn is back at the helm

Captain Sandy Yawn , described in her Bravo bio as "one of the most respected captains in the industry," is back at the helm for her fifth season of "Below Deck Mediterranean," having joined the series in its second season. Leading the crew of the Lady Michelle while sailing the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia, Captain Sandy remains committed to ensuring guests receive the ultimate five-star yachting experience. 

Judging by a teaser for the new season that she shared on Instagram , viewers should expect to see Sandy in some tense moments, including navigating a treacherous storm and having a heated confrontation with bosun Malia White. Of course, there are also some lighter moments, including a brief snippet in which Captain Sandy learns to twerk.

In fact, in a Bravo interview documented on Bravo's Daily Dish , she promised that season six would be a "completely different season," adding, "I think the viewers will really like what we have." She also applauded the new season's "great crew, diverse crew," adding that she was "very excited to be a part of it." As she noted, "For me, it was such a wonderful experience. It was actually amazing."

Bosun Malia White continues her quest to captain her own super yacht

Bosun Malia White was first seen as a deckhand in the second season of "Below Deck Mediterranean." She returned in season five, having risen in seniority to bosun. As her  bio  explained, now that she's earned her 200-ton Captain's License, she'll continue to pursue her dream of becoming a super yacht captain. "This season," the bio added, "Malia will take on even more responsibility and pressure as she leads a new deck team and charter guests through adventurous, nature-filled excursions."

In addition to the drama on the show, shortly after the season's premiere, she took to Instagram to reveal she was involved in a terrifying scooter accident while tooling around the Spanish island of Mallorca. 

First, she posted a series of photos and video of her "amazing day." She followed up by sharing  a selfie of herself in a hospital bed, with a bruised face and IV in her hand. "Luckily, I was able to walk away with a few stitches, fractured elbow, broken toes, severe road rash and a very sore body," she wrote of her accident, admitting it would have been far worse had she not been wearing her helmet. 

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The Season 5 Cast of Below Deck Med Is Doing Great After Filming

What happened to Hannah, Malia, and the rest of the Wellington crew?

Did Hannah ever go back to yachting? Are Malia and Tom still together? Did Alex and Bugsy end up hooking up onshore? And most importantly—where is Kiko? Here's what we know about where they are now:

Hannah Ferrier

Well, season 5 definitely didn't work in Hannah's favor. From the revolving door of second stews to being fired over not informing the captain about having prescription drugs on board, Hannah's sarcasm mixed with her no-nonsense attitude made fans come back to see how she'd react to the latest meltdown every week.

Sadly for fans, Hannah decided to quit yachting after being let go from the series. But she's not feeling sad for herself, as she just started her own yachting company. Oh, and she's due to give birth to a baby girl very soon. Not exactly a bad way to leave the show.

Related: Here's Why Hannah Got Fired from Chief Stew on 'Below Deck Med'

Bugsy Drake

When Bugsy came aboard the Wellington as the first replacement second stew (more on that later), no one expected her to have to step up to the plate and become chief stew so quickly. In between taking care of guests, she also caught the eye of deckhand Alex Radcliffe, putting the concept of "will they or won't they" to the ultimate test.

While it's still unclear if she ended up dating Alex (despite the makeout session during a crew night out), given the latest posts on her IG account, she's not leaving yachting anytime soon.

Related: We Want a Bugsy and Alex Boat Romance, and We Want It Now

Jessica More

As the only member of the interior who managed to make it through the entire charter season, Jessica had to deal with a broken hand and a revolving door of chief stews, all while trying to spark—and then salvage—a rocky boat romance with deckhand Robert.

While fans all know the couple never made it past the charter season, Jessica seems to be doing just fine for herself, enjoying life and taking selfies in exotic locations.

Related: Here's Where Jessica More and Robert Westergaard's Relationship Stands After 'Below Deck Med'

Aesha Scott

Fans were not expecting Aesha to show up as the new second stew of the Wellington after Hannah's departure, but her zen-like personality and affinity for sex jokes brought a renewed energy to the season. Although she sometimes finds herself on the receiving end of Tom's rages (#cucumbergate) she can still hold her own, which is surprisingly refreshing for this hormonal crew.

After the season ended, Aesha hasn't stopped traveling the world. This time, though, she has a new man to trek with and bring her some happiness after her failed Below Deck relationship with Jack.

Related: What Happened to Aesha Scott and Jack Stirrup's Relationship From 'Below Deck Med'?

Lara Flumiani

Was Lara the second stew that broke Hannah's back or just a misunderstood woman blasted on TV? Although fans weren't particularly upset when she decided to skip out on the majority of the charter season, Pete clearly had some thoughts—and tears—about it.

It doesn't seem like leaving the show particularly hurt Lara, as she's still living her best life working on other motor yachts.

Tom Checketts

When Tom came onboard for a short visit to girlfriend Malia before jetting off to England, he—and fans alike—didn't expect for him to put on the chef's coat for the rest of the season. While he seems to have a temper when it comes to perfecting his dishes (and let's be honest—what chef doesn't have a meltdown once in a while?), it's clear he loves Malia, enough to let her be his sous-chef for most meals.

Is Tom still working on boats, and more importantly—is he still with Malia? Given his most recent IG posts, it looks like he's still pining for his sailing love, but Malia might not feel the same way towards him (more on that later).

Related: Tom Checketts Is More Than Just the Hot New Chef on 'Below Deck Med'

Hindrigo "Kiko" Lorran

Fans can't deny how Kiko was the nicest chef the franchise ever saw, but the guests needed a little more than his famous moqueca dish to keep him on the Wellington. After a disastrous night where he attempted to cook a Vegas-style meal, Kiko sadly chose to leave the boat and let go of all the pressure he felt to cook the perfect dinner.

If fans think he's still tearing up over his hasty departure, they're sadly mistaken. He's gladly enjoying his life cooking and spending time with his girlfriend.

Malia White

As the first female bosun featured in the entire franchise, Malia had some making up to do after creating some relationship drama on season 2 of Med . With (somewhat) disrespectful deckhands, a chef for a boyfriend onboard (Tom) and potentially throwing Hannah under the bus, fans aren't so sure if she's the bosun they hoped she'd be.

If you wondered whether Malia quit yachting after her sophomore season on the show, do not fear—she's still working on major yachts in the Med. As for her relationship with Tom, it looks like she's jumped ship from their long-term relationship. She recently scrubbed him clean from her IG account and replaced them with a rather cryptic photo singing the praises of singledom.

Related: Here's What Happened to Malia White and Tom Checketts' Relationship From 'Below Deck Med'

Alex Radcliffe

As the lead deckhand, Alex never ceased putting in a good day's work. When he wasn't working on deck, he was busy displaying his affection for chief stew Bugsy, to the point where he made out with her during a night out with the crew.

Although it's still unclear whether he and Bugsy actually ended up together, he's clearly reminiscing his days on the Wellington with all the throwback selfies.

Robert Westergaard

The handsome South African not only did a good job on deck—he managed to snag a girlfriend in third stew Jess early on in the season. Although he couldn't necessarily hold back his emotions (good or bad) while on charter, at least he didn't call his boss "sweetie."

He and Jess' relationship never made it past the boat—that much fans know. But if his IG posts give an insight into his life post-filming, he's all about gaining more skills on the boat.

Peter Hunziker

When Pete first boarded the Wellington, he immediately got on the wrong foot by calling Malia “sweetie,” despite her ranking higher than him on deck. While he might’ve had a few meltdowns early on the season, unfortunately for fans eager for drama, his screen time is very limited.

He was fired for a racist social media post around the time of the show’s premiere; Bravo minimized his appearance on the show from there.It's hard to say what Pete is up to post-filming—his social media pages are currently non-existent and he hasn't been featured in any press from the network.

Related: Here's Why You Almost Never See Pete on 'Below Deck Med'

Captain Sandy Yawn

On her fourth season of Med , Captain Sandy certainly doesn't need to prove her status as a captain. But this season does give her the chance to flex her skills, whether it be moving the vessel into a tight spot or having to use her authority to fire Hannah from the boat.

While she's not leaving yachting any time soon, she's currently spending some time with long-time love Leah Schafer.

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Meet The Cast of Below Deck Mediterranean Season 4

Back for another round of thrills and spills on the high seas is Below Deck Mediterranean – and it’s already shaping up to be a stellar season. The spinoff from Bravo’s Below Deck first broadcast on May 3, 2016. Since then, it’s followed the crew and guests of the 150′ mega-yacht, Sirocco, as it charters new reality TV show territory around the Mediterranean. In season 1, we followed the yacht’s progress around the islands of Greece. Season 2 saw the yacht hit Croatia, while season 3 took the action to Italy. Season 4 sees Captain Sandy Yawn and the rest of the Sirocco’s crew head to France. The waters may be calm, but the onboard activities are anything but… find out more with our who’s who guide to the cast of Below Deck Mediterranean Season 4.

Sandy Yawn – Captain

Back at the helm for another season is Captain Sandy Yawn. As one of the few women in the yachting industry to have achieved the rank of Captain, Sandy has all the grit, determination and stamina needed to steer the ship’s crew as they navigate the balmy waters of the Mediterranean (and the slightly choppier ones of reality TV). Having faced- down cancer and overcome a potentially career (and life) ending motorcycle accident, Sandy is not someone you can dismiss lightly (as the crew knows only too well… woe betide anyone who’s late to their shift, shoddily groomed, or who fails to deliver her “seven-star service”). She might be a tough cookie, but Sandy is also well respected by both her peers and her subordinates.

Hannah Ferrier – Chief Stewardess

Rejoining the crew for another season of fun and frolics is Chief Stewardess, Hannah Ferrier. The Australian native is now in her ninth year as Chief Stew… but she’s hoping this year will be an easier year than last. With the anxieties of season 3 dead and buried, and with her focus now firmly on getting ahead in her career rather than in love, Hannah is looking forward to finding out what new guests (and adventures) await her in season 4.

Joao Franco – Bosun

Ship bosun Joao Fraco is back for another season, ready to show Captain Sandy he’s learned from his past mistakes and is willing to prove himself the ship’s best bosun yet. Zimbabwean Fraco came to the US in a desire to find a better life for himself away from the political and economic turmoil of his birth country. After finding work as a “Man Friday” to a boat captain, he swiftly rose up the ranks, culminating in his present position on the Sirocco. As his Bravo profile notes , while Fraco has the makings of a first-class shipmate, his turbulent personal life has sometimes been his downfall. Whether he truly has learned to put his private life to one side and keep his focus firmly on the job, only time will tell.

Colin Macy-O’Toole – Deckhand

Ready for a new season on the high seas is returning deckhand, 31-year-old Colin Macy-O’Toole. O’Toole started his love affair with ships when he was just 15 years old, after landing his first paying job as a deckhand. Away from the ship, New Yorker O’Toole has a passion for music, having studied it to degree level in his younger days. The self-confessed momma’s boy may miss his family and Long Island home when he’s aboard the Sirocco, but his adventurous spirit and love of the ocean keep him coming back for more…something which should keep female viewers happy, judging from some of the messages O’Toole receives on social media: “I get a lot of moms who direct message me on social media,” he’s shared . “They always say, ‘I never do this, don’t tell my daughter.’”

Mila Kolomeitseva – Chef (ep 1-4)

As the first female chef on board the Sirocco, Mila Kolomeitseva has a lot to prove, but with her background in cooking (she studied at Paris’ renowned Le Cordon Bleu cooking school, and has worked extensively as a private chef), she’s confident her Mediterranean style cuisine will have the ship’s guests coming back for more. Her fiery temper may have her crewmates quaking in their boots occasionally, but it will certainly be keeping us entertained. Or would have, that is… in a shocking twist in episode 4, Mila was summarily dismissed after a series of mistakes left Captain Sandy with no choice but to give the Serbian chef her marching orders.

Aesha Scott – 2nd Stewardess

2nd stewardess Aesha Scott’s childhood in a small town in New Zealand may not have given her much opportunity to taste life on the ocean, but it certainly gave her a love of adventure. Growing up around four brothers, Aesha was encouraged to be loud, fun, and full of attitude — something that’s served her well since she joined the yachting industry. Her progression up the ranks has taken her from deckhand to 2nd stewardess, and she’s determined to go all the way to the top. Not that that stops her enjoying herself in the meantime — whether she’s exploring new destinations, enjoying a frosty beverage with her friends, or flirting up a storm with one or two of the crew’s most eligible bachelors, you can rely on Aesha to bring the fun.

Anastasia Surmava – 3rd Stewardess (ep 1-5), chef (ep 6)

Georgian born Anastasia Surmava joined the crew of the Sirocco as 3rd stewardess, but in a shocking twist, was promoted to chef after Mila Kolomeitseva was served her marching orders after a slew of mistakes. The promotion, while unexpected, was a revolutionary experience for Surmava, and it’s fair to say it’s changed the direction of her career for good. Since the filming of Below Deck ended, Surmava has taken over as executive chef and creative director of Ajna, a Sri-Lanka based eco café and yoga studio, and is determined to take her new career as far as possible.

Travis Michalzik – Lead Deckhand

Lead deckhand Travis Michalzik has been pursing adventure and high times ever since leaving high school. After spending several years taking whatever job he could get his hands on, the Australian landed a gig as a deckhand on a yacht- 8 years later, and while the yacht may have changed, Michalzik’s hard-working, hard-partying work ethic remains the same.

Jack Stirrup – Deckhand

The final crew member to complete this season’s lineup is deckhand Jack Stirrup, a fun-loving, free-spirited Brit born and bred in Liverpool. After spending several years in the Merchant Navy as an engineer, Stirrup is ready to demonstrate just how far a strong work ethic, scrupulous standards, and a crazy mob of wild curls can take you.

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Mustique: 55m Trinity makes a return for season 9 of Below Deck Mediterranean in Greece

Season nine of hit reality TV Show Below Deck Mediterranean will return to screens on 3 June 2024 with Captain Sandy Yawn at the helm, marking her eighth consecutive season. According to TV network Bravo, the reality show will be based in the Greek city of Athens and the superyacht crew will cruise on the 54.9-metre Trinity motor yacht Purpose  - a yacht that was formerly known as Mustique.  

The yacht was called Mustique throughout the filming of the show, and only changed her name to Purpose in January 2024, shortly after the yacht was listed for sale for $19,000,000. She underwent a substantial refit last year, with her formerly white hull repainted sky blue and her interior undergoing substantial changes, too. 

Who are the cast in Below Deck Mediterranean season 9?

Chief stew Aesha Scott (who originally worked with Captain Sandy on seasons four and five of Below Deck Mediterranean ) will return along with Elena Dubaich, who stepped in during season seven when Kyle Viljoen got injured. Chef Johnathan Shillingford, bosun Iain Maclean, deckhands Joe Bradley, Nathan Gallagher, and Gael Cameron, and stew Bri Muller, complete the crew.

A look inside the Below Deck superyacht

Purpose was built by Trinity Yachts in the USA in 2006 and recently underwent a refit in 2023, which saw the completion of a new interior and a comprehensive upgrade of all operational systems. The yacht for charter is currently managed by Hill Robinson and is available throughout various stages of her world tour across the Mediterranean Sea, Scandinavia, Greenland and Canada.

Purpose accommodates 12 guests across six cabins, encompassing a master suite on the main deck and a VIP, three doubles and a twin on the lower deck. Her interior is characterised by a traditional yachting style with dark wood panelling and light upholstery featuring oceanic patterns and blue accents.

She boasts a range of social spaces, including the main saloon lounge with its baby grand piano, the formal dining room and upper deck lounge. Her standout feature includes a spacious sundeck, complete with a Jacuzzi, sun loungers and bar counter with stools – an area where charter guests can enjoy the space as an al fresco gym or open-air cinema when night falls.

Her charter credentials are heightened by a huge range of water toys, as well as an inflatable pool and beach club pontoon.

Equipped with at-anchor stabilisers and accompanied by a nine-metre Intrepid tender, the charter yacht has a top speed of 15.5 knots and a range of 4,000nm at her economical cruising speed.

How much does it cost to charter Mustique from Below Deck?

For summer 2024, Purpose (ex Mustique ) is chartering with Hill Robinson for a rate of €310,000 per week during high season.

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Below Deck Mediterranean cast: Meet the Season 2 crew, aboard the Sirocco

Below Deck Mediterranean is back for a second sailing! And there’s some big changes for Season 2 — with seven new cast members joining the nine-person crew.

There’s also a whole new superyacht, the 154ft Sirocco, after we exclusively told how last year’s boat the Ionian Princess was put up for sale .

The only remaining castmates from the show’s initial run are Chief Stew Hannah Ferrier and deckhand Bobby Giancola.

Without further ado, let’s meet the Season 2 crew…

Sandy Yawn, Captain

Sandy has more than 27 years on boats under her belt, and has worked across the globe.

She is one of just a few female captains in the industry — and is a tough cookie, having survived everything from cancer to being chased by pirates.

You can check her out and keep up with her latest goings-on on her Twitter .

Adam Glick, Chef

When not on boats, Adam is a free spirit, living in a van and surfing whenever he can.

He has been working on yachts for the past decade but hopes to one day open a chain of taco stands — by the beach, obviously.

He regularly posts pics of him at work and play on his Instagram , and you can also keep up with him on Twitter .

Hannah Ferrier, Chief Stew

Ozzie Hannah returns from Season 1, but it’s actually her seventh season as a Chief Stew in the industry.

She’s all for working hard and likes to keep her boat to the highest standards, but also likes to let her hair down. She says she wants to have a “softer approach” to managing the crew this season.

You can she’s what she’s been getting up to lately and check out pics of her on her Instagram . She’s also on Twitter and Facebook .

Christine “Bugsy” Drake, Second Stew

Bugsy is from South Africa and used to work as a chief stew, but has spent some time off boats to try and give herself some TLC, and said before the season started that she was more than happy to be second stew on the Sirocco as it means less pressure.

Find out more about her and see some of her pics on her Instagram .

Lauren Cohen, Third Stew

Lauren hasn’t always lived the Below Deck life, and used to work as a cheerleader in the NFL before spending a year working in the Hamptons.

She’s a glass half full kind of person, and likes to keep people entertained.

She’s pretty active on Twitter , and you can also see her latest photos on Instagram .

Bobby Giancola, Deckhand

Bobby, the second returnee from Season 1, and a memorable one at that — after his crush on fellow crew member Julia became a main part of the storyline.

He also had a memorable clash with Danny after he called him Bryan’s “butt buddy” .

He’s still looking for the love of his life, but says he’ll be much more focused on work this season.

Bobby’s big on the socials having already been on the show once already. Check him out on his Insta , Twitter and Facebook .

Wesley Walton, Bosun

Wesley is a bit of a brain-box, with a degree in economics and environmental.

He’s always been a high-flier, and not just in class, but in everything from sports to chess.

He grew up in South Africa, and became bosun when he was just 25.

He’s on Instagram — although his account was set to private at the time of writing —  as well as Facebook .

Malia White, Deckhand

As Captain Sandy being the exception shows, yachting is a male-dominated industry.

So there’s no better way to prepare for it than to have five older brothers, like Malia did growing up.

She’s also just 5ft tall, so has had to learn how to stand up for herself in other ways.

She’s new to the yachting scene, but is a certified dive master so is used to working on boats.

She’s single, but says she’s not in a rush to find a long-term partner anytime soon.

Check her out on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter .

Max Hagley, Deckhand

Brit Max is a big party-goer, and enjoyed a stint as a bartender in European party capital Ibiza.

He’s always cracking the jokes, and while he’s never worked on a superyacht before, he’s a big believer in faking it till you make it.

You can find him on Facebook .

Below Deck Mediterranean airs Tuesdays at 9/8c on Bravo.

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“Below Deck Mediterranean” season 9 cast on that premiere sailing disaster: 'I was so f---ing angry'

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Chief steward Aesha Scott says cameras didn't capture her bursting in tears because of the provisioning screwup: "I was so shocked."

Below Deck Mediterranean kicked off season 9 with a drama-packed first episode, but this time the chaos didn't come from the crew or passengers.

Hours into their first charter on "My Big Fat Greek Yacht Emergency," the crew of M/Y Mustique were left without some of the most important provisions, including a bevy of wine that was very high on the guests' list.

Chief steward Aesha Scott tells Entertainment Weekly the provisions delay was a first for her.

"It's literally never happened to me before. That's why I was so shocked," Scott said, "And it's a reputable company in most places. I think it's just the Greece branch obviously wasn't very good. But yeah, never had that happen and that was easily the most stressed I've ever been in all of my work life." Adding, "We changed the provisioners after that, definitely."

Captain Sandy Yawn admits that in all her years in yachting, she's never experienced a provisioner dropping the ball like they did during that first charter. Hours into dinner service and the complete list of provisions still had not arrived.

"It's pretty shocking when you think about it," she says. "Typically that doesn't happen. Never see it. They're really good in the yachting industry. Provisioners are really on it. Maybe they had a really busy season. I don't know. But you know what I love? We managed, right? So we were given lemons and Aesha made wine."

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Related: Is Aesha Scott Captain Sandy's forever Below Deck Med chief stew?

Scott may have kept a calm exterior, but she reveals that she broke down off camera.

"When that happened, I was so f---ing angry because this season when I came in, I very unusually managed to have a really good sleep the night before. I had spent days and days and days combing over all of my lists and my orders and everything. I was so prepared, I was ready to just rock the socks off this whole experience," she says.

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But then, "For reasons outside of my control, I was just so derailed and it made me so upset and I was so stressed out," Scott says. "And yeah, the provision company just, I guess lost a sheet or messed up an order. I don't know what happened, but every time I looked at my phone it was like delayed, delayed, delayed. And they don't show it. But at one point I was walking through the dining room and I got a message on my phone being like, it's delayed another four hours. And I just stood there and I just burst into tears and just cried my eyes out for 30 seconds. I was just so stressed. How do you start a charter when they don't even have everything?"

Despite appearing to be a little steamed on the show, the guests were gracious about the mixup. "It was unfair to them, who were paying so much money," Scott says.

Below Deck Mediterranean  airs on Mondays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Bravo.

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The Most Popular Cast Members Of 'Below Deck Mediterranean,' Ranked Best To Worst

Who do you think is the most popular cast member from  Below Deck Mediterranean?  There have been a host of talented chefs and stewardesses with larger-than-life personalities, so it can be difficult to decide.

Many love Captain Sandy Yawn for her leadership skills, and for being one of the few female captains in the yachting industry. Hannah Ferrier is another memorable cast member from  Below Deck Mediterranean . She was dedicated to providing top-knotch service for guests, but also got into confrontations with fellow crew members. In fact, Bobby Giancola was one of them. The deckhand became a favorite with fans, but wasn't quite as popular with crew members Ferrier and Lauren Cohen. Chef Ben Robinson was already beloved for his time on  Below Deck , but he also gained acclaim for his time on  Below Deck Mediterranean .

Read more about the  Below Deck Mediterranean  cast members below, and be sure to vote up the ones you find most likable. 

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Chef Kiko Lorran

Chef Kiko Lorran appeared on season 5 of Below Deck Mediterranean , winning over fans with his warm personality and exceptional culinary skills. Hailing from Brazil, Kiko brought a unique flair to the yacht's cuisine that was often praised by charter guests. However, he faced some challenges during his time on the show, particularly when tasked with preparing a 72-plate dinner that ultimately led to his dismissal by Captain Sandy Yawn. Despite this setback, Chef Kiko remains a beloved figure among Below Deck Mediterranean viewers for his positive attitude and dedication to his craft.

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Colin Macy-O'Toole

Colin Macy-O'Toole appeared as a deckhand in seasons 3 and 4 of Below Deck Mediterranean . Hailing from Long Island, New York, Colin brought a friendly demeanor and positive attitude to the crew. He was well-liked by both his fellow crew members and charter guests alike, due to his charming personality and dedication to providing excellent service. One memorable moment occurred when Colin chose to step down from his position in season 4 to allow another crew member, June Foster, to remain on board after she faced potential dismissal.

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Aesha Scott

Aesha Scott served as second stewardess during seasons 4 and 6 of Below Deck Mediterranean . Aesha quickly became known for her bubbly personality, infectious laughter, and positive energy that she brought onboard the yacht. She formed close friendships with several crew members throughout her time on the show, but also experienced some challenges – including navigating romantic tension with Jack Stirrup during season 4.

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Chef Ben Robinson

Chef Ben Robinson was already a fan favorite from the original Below Deck series before joining Below Deck Mediterranean for part of season 4. Known for his culinary expertise and charismatic personality, Chef Ben faced various challenges while onboard – including adapting to new kitchens and dealing with demanding charter guests. One memorable moment occurred when he accidentally set off a fire alarm while cooking dinner during a high-stress charter. Nevertheless, Chef Ben's skillful cooking often saved the day by impressing even the most discerning guests.

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Chef Adam Glick

Chef Adam Glick appeared on seasons 2 and 3 of Below Deck Mediterranean, quickly becoming a fan favorite due to his culinary skills and unique personality. Known for his passion for food and love of adventure, Chef Adam often faced challenges when trying to please picky charter guests with specific dietary restrictions or preferences. One memorable moment occurred when he intentionally added onions to a guest's meal despite their request not to have them – causing tension between him and the rest of the crew.

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Hannah Ferrier

Hannah Ferrier was a key member of Below Deck Mediterranean from season 1 to season 5, serving as chief stewardess throughout her time on the show. Hannah's strong personality and dedication to providing top-notch service made her an unforgettable presence on board. However, she also experienced several conflicts with other crew members and was eventually let go by Captain Sandy during season 5 due to having undeclared prescription medication on board.

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Wes Walton joined Below Deck Mediterranean in season 2 as a deckhand, and quickly made an impression with his strong work ethic and calm demeanor. During his time on the show, Wes found himself involved in a love triangle with fellow crew members Malia White and Adam Glick, which added to the season's drama. Despite the challenges that arose from this situation, Wes maintained his professionalism and continued to be a valuable member of the team.

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Anastasia Surmava

Anastasia Surmava joined Below Deck Mediterranean in season 4 as third stewardess, but later stepped up as chef when Chef Mila Kolomeitseva was let go early in the season. Anastasia's ability to adapt quickly showcased her versatility and determination to succeed under pressure. Although she eventually returned to her role as third stew when Chef Ben Robinson joined the crew mid-season, Anastasia left a lasting impression on viewers with her culinary skills and resilience.

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João Franco

João Franco served as bosun during seasons 3 and 4 of Below Deck Mediterranean , bringing both charm and drama along with him. Hailing from Zimbabwe, João quickly became known for his hard work ethic but also found himself at the center of multiple love triangles involving fellow crew members Kasey Cohen, Brooke Laughton, Aesha Scott, and Hannah Ferrier. João's relationships were often tumultuous; however, he ultimately found love outside the show after leaving it following season 4.

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Captain Sandy Yawn

Captain Sandy Yawn has been a prominent figure on Below Deck Mediterranean since she joined the show in season 2. As one of the few female captains in the yachting industry, she has garnered much attention and admiration for her leadership skills and determination to break gender barriers. Captain Sandy is known for her hands-on approach, often getting involved in various aspects of the yacht's operations. She has had her fair share of dramatic moments, including crew dismissals and dealing with difficult charter guests.

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Malia White

Lastly, Malia White joined Below Deck Mediterranean in season 2 as a deckhand, returning as bosun for seasons 5 and 6. Malia quickly gained attention for her professionalism and ambition to succeed in the male-dominated yachting industry. However, she also found herself involved in several controversies during her time on the show, including a love triangle with crew members Adam Glick and Wes Walton during season 2, as well as being accused of playing a role in Hannah Ferrier's dismissal in season 5.

Bobby Giancola

Bobby Giancola was a deckhand on Below Deck Mediterranean for seasons 1 and 2. Known for his outgoing personality and sense of humor, Bobby quickly became a fan favorite. However, he also found himself involved in various conflicts with other crew members, particularly with Hannah Ferrier and Lauren Cohen. Despite the drama, Bobby's enthusiasm for his job and strong work ethic made him an essential part of the team during his time on the show.

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Christine "Bugsy" Drake

Christine "Bugsy" Drake first appeared as second stewardess in season 2 of Below Deck Mediterranean, before returning as chief stew in season 5. Bugsy is known for her exceptional tablescaping skills, and attention to detail when it comes to providing top-notch service for charter guests. However, she also experienced conflicts with other crew members, particularly Hannah Ferrier, during their time working together. Despite these clashes, Bugsy remained dedicated to her role, and consistently impressed both Captain Sandy Yawn and the yacht's guests.

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Tiffany Copeland

Tiffany Copeland appeared on season 1 of Below Deck Mediterranean as third stewardess. Her laid-back attitude sometimes caused friction between her and chief stew Hannah Ferrier; however, Tiffany's ability to remain calm under pressure proved beneficial during stressful charters. She managed to find balance between enjoying herself onboard and fulfilling her duties as part of the interior team throughout her time on the show – making her an essential member of the inaugural season's crew.

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Former ‘Below Deck’ Stars: Where Are They Now?

Below Deck and its spinoff series have never failed to bring the drama to Bravo fans everywhere since the franchise launched.

The original series premiered in 2013, documenting the daily lives of crew members on luxurious yachts during charter season. With each season, the crew members’ personal lives have begun to cross over into their work lives, leading to shocking reality TV romances, breakups, firings and dramatic exits. In February 2020, longtime Below Deck personality Kate Chastain announced that she would finally be heading back to dry land after six seasons on the ocean.

“After many months of reflection and internal discussions, I have chosen to make a transition this year in starting to carve out a progressive new land based role. I intend to step back as a senior member of the Below Deck Family and work to become financially independent, while continuing to fully support His Majesty Andy Cohen,” she teased via Instagram as she stepped down from her position as part of reality TV royalty.

Chastain later admitted she might not be ready to say goodbye to Bravo forever.

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“I don’t know that I would like to do a show like Summer House,” she told Decider during a September 2020 tell-all interview. “I would love to be a New York Housewife because of Sonja [Morgan] alone. Sonja is a national treasure to be protected at all costs. I want to just be Sonja’s intern for a day. That is on my bucket list. I need the full experience. I love her so much, I would do that.”

Scroll down to learn more about how some former Below Deck stars have kept busy after the show.

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Former 'Below Deck' Stars: Where Are They Now?

Below Deck and its spinoff series have never failed to bring the drama to Bravo fans everywhere since the franchise launched. The original series premiered in 2013, documenting the daily lives of crew members on luxurious yachts during charter season. With each season, the crew members' personal lives have begun to cross over into their work lives, leading to shocking reality TV romances, breakups, firings and dramatic exits. In February 2020, longtime Below Deck personality Kate Chastain announced that she would finally be heading back to dry land after six seasons on the ocean. "After many months of reflection and internal discussions, I have chosen to make a transition this year in starting to carve out a progressive new land based role. I intend to step back as a senior member of the Below Deck Family and work to become financially independent, while continuing to fully support His Majesty Andy Cohen," she teased via Instagram as she stepped down from her position as part of reality TV royalty. Chastain later admitted she might not be ready to say goodbye to Bravo forever. "I don't know that I would like to do a show like Summer House," she told Decider during a September 2020 tell-all interview. "I would love to be a New York Housewife because of Sonja [Morgan] alone. Sonja is a national treasure to be protected at all costs. I want to just be Sonja’s intern for a day. That is on my bucket list. I need the full experience. I love her so much, I would do that." Scroll down to learn more about how some former Below Deck stars have kept busy after the show.

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Captain Lee

After a 10-year stint on Below Deck , Captain Lee was replaced by Below Deck Adventure alum Captain Kerry . Lee continued to work with Bravo on his Coach Talk With Captain Lee and Kate . The rewatch show featured Lee and Chastain discussing the highlights of several Bravo shows. Lee also transitioned into podcasting with "Salty With Captain Lee,” which he hosts with Sam DeCavalcanti .

In 2024, Deadline announced that Lee would be the host of a new Oxygen true crime series titled Deadly Waters .

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Kate Chastain

Chastain hit the seas for six seasons of Below Deck and confirmed via Instagram in February 2020 that she was heading back to shore. Following a stint on Bravo's Chat Room , Chastain returned to her Below Deck roots in 2021 with her involvement in Galley Talk .

In December 2022, the former chief stew announced she is pregnant with her first child. Chastain welcomed son Sullivan in May 2023.

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Ben Robinson

After leaving the Bellow Deck crew behind after season 4 in 2016, Robinson took some time away from the ocean to work on his catering business. He is also a Certified Health Coach and specializes in weight loss, addiction prevention and cancer care. Robinson has brought his charm back to Below Deck Mediterranean , appearing in a handful of episodes since 2016.

He also joined the cast of Galley Talk alongside Chastain. In May 2023, Us broke the news that Robinson was engaged to his girlfriend Kiara Cabral after more than three years of dating.

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Adrienne Gang

Five years after leaving Below Deck after its first season in 2013, the former chief stew married chiropractor Andrew Danks and later took a job as a yacht chef. In December 2021, Gang revealed she had suffered a pregnancy loss.

The former Bravo personality hosts a Below Deck podcast titled "Gangplank Report."

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Eddie Lucas

After stirring up drama for three seasons on the Below Deck boat, the former deckhand and bosun made a triumphant return in season 8 and 9. Between seasons, he earned his 1600-ton boating license and worked as first mate on a tugboat.

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Ashton Pienaar

The deckhand had a brush with death during season 6, getting caught in a tow line and dragged into the water before being saved by a cameraman. He later returned as a bosun in season 7. Since rocking the boat on the Bravo series, Pienaar has taken up fitness coaching with his company AP Elite.

In September 2022, the South Africa native announced that he is engaged to girlfriend Sarah McAlpine Cooper .

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Emily Warburton-Adams

During her time on Below Deck , Warburton-Adams sparked a short-lived romance with chef Robinson. The pair briefly lived together in Florida before they eventually called it quits. Back in London, the reality TV alum has been running POWFood, a nutritional catering company that she cofounded with her mom, Ali.

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Adrian Martin

The chef only stuck around for one season of the reality series, trying his best to keep up with the demanding guests in 2019. Now, he hosts private dinner experiences and has been documenting his travels across the U.S. on Instagram.

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Josiah Carter

The second stew and Chastain grew close on season 6 of the Bravo series but haven't kept in touch as often since Carter's exit in 2019. The U.K. native was meant to return to the show to replace Elizabeth Frankini during season 8, but the show wrapped early due to the coronavirus pandemic.

In February 2022, Carter announced that he was engaged to his longtime boyfriend Michael Groves .

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Rhylee Gerber

The Alaskan returned to her home state after wrapping up season 6 on the My Seanna and briefly worked on a dolphin and turtle boat in Hawaii later on. She also appeared on the seventh season of the Bravo show, which aired its finale in February 2020. Since then, she's been traveling through Alaska by van. 

Gerber also appeared on season 3 of Winter House .

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The former bosun only lasted for one season with the Below Deck crew, stepping off the boat after the season 6 finale. He was arrested for disorderly intoxication and battery in West Palm Beach, Florida, in 2018 and spoke out about the "big misunderstanding" at the season 6 reunion. "It was just me and a couple of mates having a night out. That's pretty much all I can say. I can't really elaborate on it," he said at the time. 

In April 2021, Inia announced his engagement to girlfriend Rachel.

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Courtney Skippon

During season 7, the second stew brewed a boatmance with deckhand Brian de Saint Pern , but their flame fizzled out at the end of the season. While in quarantine amid the coronavirus pandemic, Skippon spent time at home in Canada and taking a much-needed break from the yachting world.

Since then, she has used her social media accounts to document her travels.

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Tanner Sterback

The deckhand stirred up plenty of drama between the women on season 7 of Below Deck — and never returned for another season. After the show, Sterback started dating Trisha Lynn .

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Since leaving Below Deck after season 9, O'Dell has become the captain of his own sailboat. The Florida native hired Below Deck Sailing Yacht alum Gabriela Barragan as his first mate and the two quickly sparked a romance in early 2022.

"We’ve been dating for a couple of months," Barragan told the "Gangplank Report" podcast in April 2022, revealing that her love gave her a Caribbean Hook bracelet.

She explained, "It has like a little horseshoe on it — or like a hook. And if it’s facing outward, it means you’re open. And if it’s facing the other way, it means that you’re taken. So when he gave me the bracelet, he put it on me with the horseshoe, meaning closed. And I looked at him like, ‘Oh!’ And he’s like, ‘Yeah.’ I was like, ‘Awww, that's so cute.'”

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• Captain Sandy contradicts own rules by forbidding chef wake-up, upsetting crew.
• Captain Sandy's obsession with dominance and micromanaging undercuts guest experience.
• Captain Sandy's arbitrary decisions on show lead to fan backlash, calls for her departure.

In one of the latest episode of Below Deck Mediterranean , Captain Sandy Yawn got upset and told stewardess Elena Dubaich that she should never wake up the chef if the guests require late-night snacks. Only that's not fair or true. As seen throughout the tenure of all the Below Deck franchises, many crew members on the reality series have awakened the sleeping chef when the guests' food request could not be fulfilled by them. And most of the time, the chef understands. Not Chef Jono Shillingford . Captain Sandy is out there for herself and lacks awareness of her hypocrisy. She may be the central figure in publicity images for the show, but she will be the sole reason she sinks this ship. But hey, she's the perfect Bravo persona!

Back for its ninth season, Below Deck Med follows the trials and tribulations of some of the world's most majestic superyachts. For Season 9, fan-favorite Below Deck Med and Below Deck Down Under star Aesha Scott has returned to where it all began, serving as the Chief Stew under Captain Sandy this time around. This season, the high-class clientele will board motoryacht Mustique in the beautiful locale of Greece. Captain Sandy is back for her eighth season. And like her previous charter seasons, it's her rules. Which are, and have never been, consistent.

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To Wake or Not To Wake, That Is the Question on 'Below Deck Mediterranean'

So your charter guests are a bunch of young 20-something British friends on holiday on a superyacht. Their charter had already been effected when the provisioners did not send the endless bottles of wine and Rosé that were ordered. The charter guests are not thrilled, but they're going with the flow thanks to the leadership of your chief stew. It's late night and the kids want to party and have unshockingly gotten the munchies . They're demanding nachos and grilled cheese, among other things. Messy, greasy snacks to soak up the booze. But you're the only stewardess up at this hour. They're already demanding endless beverages and now, they want you to make them food. They're already complaining about the slow service behind your back. Plus, you're not a professional chef who can whip up something special for this five-star demanding group. So, what do you do? You call in the reinforcements and ask the chef to assist.

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The charter guests started to whine when they didn’t get their wine!

And now the chef throws a hissy fit and refuses to oblige, even though the preference sheet from the eager Brits requested late night snacks for their experience. Who's at fault? Is it the stew or the chef? According to Captain Sandy, you never wake up the chef. Which contradicts her previous rules from a few seasons back.

During Below Deck Med Season 5, following the unjust firing of Chief Stew Hannah Ferrier and Chef Kiko Lorran , the yacht was saved by Bosun Malia White 's boyfriend at the time, Chef Tom Checketts . Chef Tom didn't come on board in the best frame of mind and was easily irritated. During one of the charters, Chef Tom was awoken from a nap to slice cucumbers. Yes, slice cucumbers. But who was the person to wake him up? None other than Captain Sandy. Even with Chef Tom throwing a temper tantrum about losing precious nap time, Captain Sandy was adamant that the chef was hired to cook. So what happened between those four seasons? Did the rules change or does Captain Sandy simply have a fascination with asserting her authority? As a female in a male-dominated industry, Captain Sandy often overextends herself to ensure everyone knows who runs the ship. It's an obsession with dominance that has gone overboard.

Captain Sandy Is an Endless Contradiction

As asserted many times throughout her time on Below Deck Med , guest experience is the number one goal on Captain Sandy's ships. Her micromanaging techniques have found her undermining her crew in situations that other captains throughout Below Deck never do. She was seen criticizing Chief Stew Hannah Ferrier's lack of table decor prowess following her seeing prolific tablescapes at a boat show. She has gotten on the case of every Bosun with her obsession to get every single water toy in the ocean. Especially that gigantic water slide. But fans are quite aware that her obsession with water toys came after seeing a bigger boat with their toys out. Captain Sandy is all about making sure she's the center of attention. She wants to be liked. She even makes sure the offspring of famous singers post photos with her on social media so she can claim them as her friend every time they return for a charter. So her desire to ensure the guest experience is first rate makes sense. So this incident with Ellie and Chef Jono was perplexing.

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The situation was alarming because, at its core, guest experience is number one, yet Captain Sandy was willing to forgo that just to have a scene where she got mad and asserted her authority. Captain Sandy is a menace and a hypocrite. Her bias toward the exterior is unmatched and has proven she's willing to throw the interior under the bus. Captain Sandy had her mind made up and rather than trying to learn the truth, she took Chef Jono at his word and admonished and embarrassed Ellie in front of the entire crew at the tip meeting. Even Aesha was not so sure that Captain Sandy was entirely right, but having worked with her in the past, she knows trying to push back would only cause trouble for her later. Thanks to Aesha's leadership, she came up with a plan that Chef Jono should prepare paninis in case of an emergency in the future. But she also told him to read the preference sheet because the late night snacks were in fact his responsibility. Perhaps Captain Sandy's desire to side with Chef Jono also stems from him having more stripes than Ellie and wanting to assert her authority on someone significantly below her. Whatever the reason is, Captain Sandy has continued to double down on her move and excuses. It's getting tiring.

It's Time for Captain Sandy To Abandon Ship

All good things must come to an end. And it might be time for Captain Sandy to move onto greener pastures. As will be seen later this season, Captain Sandy is set to propose to her partner Leah Shafer. She has since gotten married , so maybe the happy couple deserves an extended honeymoon together. Captain Sandy's long tenure on the program has come with a mixed reception. Some fans enjoy her desire to be seen on camera more than any other captain ever does. Others have had it with her and believe she's the source of a lot of unnecessary drama. With the late-night snack debacle being the latest in a long run of controversial decisions, there has been one major Below Deck alum who has questioned Captain Sandy's decisions.

Of course, with this discourse, the Daddy of the Sea disagreed with Captain Sandy's statement of never waking up the chef. It's become common that Captain Sandy and Captain Lee Rosbach will never agree on management choices. Nor will she ever reach his status as the best captain in the Below Deck Cinematic Universe. So when Captain Lee came out with his statement, many fans rejoiced that the authority of the sea has spoken on the right way to handle things. He shared on social media, "If the guests want it and the stews can't handle it, of course you wake up the chef." Of course, someone's sensitivity had caused Captain Lee to have to clarify his statement that was not intended to slam Captain Sandy. He was just stating the truth without context, which makes the chef-waking up rule even stronger against Captain Sandy. Fans of Below Deck Season 10 remember when Captain Sandy rescued the charter season by temporarily replacing Captain Lee on the St. David when he was physically unable to. Like Captain Sandy does, she was trigger-happy about firing Captain Lee's crew without consultation. Yet another power move.

With two major Below Deck captains on both sides of the argument, maybe it's time for Captain Kerry Titheradge , Captain Glenn Shephard , and Captain Jason Chambers to weigh in on things! At the end of the day, it is Captain Sandy's ship to run it as she wants. But when the cameras are rolling and superfans can recall when she's defied her own rules, she deserves to be called out. Her actions have caused damage and will now bring a lingering aftermath and tension between two of her crew members. If Captain Sandy wanted to right her wrong, she would step in and admit defeat. But her pride will always get the best of her.

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And yet she might be the most device. Her presence as a LGBTQ+ woman in the highest position in the industry is inspiring. Her visibility to encourage others like her is important. But her management skill and interpersonal relationship tactics seem to shift on a dime, season after season. Her disdain for certain individuals she deems below her becomes evident in how she treats them. When she sees another female deckhand aspiring to be a ship captain, she takes them under her wing. And then thinks they immediately become buddies. How can she assert her authority as the top boss on the yacht if she’s not treating every individual with the utmost respect?

Yes, in any industry, every person in a management position can have a different management style. And yes, you can change your ways as you learn and grow. But that’s not Captain Sandy, as Us Weekly reports on her time on the show.. She will flip-fop her beliefs, views, and opinions to suit a situation . Try binge-watching all the seasons of Below Deck Mediterranean . Season after season, she comes in spewing contradictory facts and beliefs without ever admitting she might have been wrong. Nothing will ever come close to how she treated Hannah Ferrier and her panic attacks. She helped her in one season. Belittled and fired her the next. And then came back onto the screen when others were dealing with anxiety making people believe she is the biggest advocate for mental health. Hey Captain Sandy, I think Hannah deserves a public apology, not a continual double down on your stance!

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No One Should Be Fired From Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9 (They're A Good Cast)

• Aesha is thriving as Chief Stew, forming friendships and improving the show's dynamic.
• The new Below Deck Med cast gets along well, creating a fun and entertaining vibe.
• A boatmance is brewing between Gael and Nathan, adding intrigue and potential drama to the season.

Captain Sandy Yawn shouldn’t fire anyone from the Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 cast. After Below Deck Med season 8 let down the audience, the show ushered in a revamped crew. Captain Sandy, Aesha Scott, and Elena Dubaich were the only familiar faces to return for the updated cast, with the latter serving as a temporary replacement for a stew in seasons past. With many new personalities joining the franchise, the Below Deck Med season 9 cast is already proving to be entertaining.

Aesha has excelled as Chief Stew, navigating the pressure of working on the Mustique swimmingly. She gets along well with everyone but, notably, has formed an early friendship with new deckhand Gael Cameron . It was smart of the network to tap Aesha to serve as the Chief Stew on Below Deck Med season 9. She may belong on Below Deck Down Under , but there’s no doubt she’s made the spin-off show better only a few episodes in. There are many episodes in the remainder of Below Deck Med season 9, but Captain Sandy shouldn’t let anyone go.

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The Below Deck Med Cast Gets Along Well

Aesha is the glue of the season 9 cast.

The majority of the new cast of Below Deck Med gets along great. Season 8 was tainted by Natalya Scudder and Tumi Mhlongo’s intense feud that lasted throughout the charter season. The network took a big risk of inviting back only two well-known Below Deck yachties. Captain Sandy and Aesha are big names in the franchise , but they can’t make the entire season entertaining. Nonetheless, bringing in new energy with the Below Deck Med season 9 cast has brought a fun vibe to the show. The new cast members are eager to impress Captain Sandy and Aesha.

Even though the first charter was rough, the crew managed to finish strongly. The Mustique was left with little to no provisions, which prohibited their quality of service. Chef Johnathan “Jono” Shillingford prepared dishes with minimal food options, and the guests were thoroughly impressed with his work. The deck team went to great lengths to impress Captain Sandy by acquiring bottles of rose from a neighboring superyacht . The crew wasn’t perfect on their first charter, but that was expected. They work through hiccups as they come up and will get even better as they take on more charters.

There's Already A Boatmance Brewing

Gael & cameron havent stopped flirting since they met.

The most intriguing part of Below Deck Med season 9 is the potential boatmance between deckhands Gael and Nathan Gallager . After the deck team held their first meeting, they had instant chemistry. Nathan and Joe Bradley were taken aback by her beauty, as was the rest of the crew. However, Gael revealed she had a long-distance boyfriend who works in the yachting industry. She admitted their relationship was new and found it difficult to sustain. One of the issues in their partnership was a lack of trust, which is common in relationships with two yachties working on different boats.

Gael and Nathan began flirting on day one. During a moment in the freezer, he asked his fellow deckhand for a strawberry, which became one of their inside jokes. After the crew’s first night out, they continued to get close and texted about sneaking off to hang out where there were no cameras. They referenced the infamous strawberries and joked about giving the fruit to one another. It’s unclear where Gael and Nathan’s potential boatmance will lead and if she breaks things off with her boyfriend during the season

Bri Is Having Issues But She Can Get Better

With aeshas support, bri will improve.

Aesha’s third stew, Bri Muller, is struggling the most out of her stews. After being tasked with laundry duties, she revealed she grew up with maids who handled the chores for her. Bri takes a long time ironing and steaming, but she can improve her time management as the season continues. Instead of tearing her new stew down, Aesha encouraged Bri and supported her. She told her it’s normal to run into problems during the first day of a new charter, and she was confident she’d continue improving.

We will get better each day. You will be amazing today. Thank you for your hard work, I really appreciate it.

It’s normal for stews to run into issues during the first charter. Bri hasn’t worked on the Mustique, and she’s learning the ins and outs of the superyacht. Thankfully, she has Aesha in her corner to uplift her. Working on superyachts is incredibly stressful, and the cast of Below Deck Med season 9 has an added layer of pressure as they’re also filming a reality TV show . As long as Bri makes improvements during the second charter, she’ll do well.

Chef Jono & Elena Are Feuding But Their Drama Is Fun To Watch

Captain sandy defended the chef.

Aside from a budding boatmance, Chef Jono and Elena have been feuding. They ran into conflict during the first charter when the guests requested snacks late at night. The stew was uncertain if she could prepare mac and cheese and grilled cheese sandwiches, so she tried to ask him for help. Chef Jono had been off to bed for a relatively long time when Elena knocked on his cabin door, and he told her he wasn’t getting up. By the next day, Captain Sandy learned that someone had tried to wake the chef , which upset her.

She told the crew she has a strict “don’t wake the chef” rule. However, on the preference sheet, the guests asked for late-night snacks, which Chef Jono did not adhere to. This didn’t faze Captain Sandy, and she told the chef to prepare paninis and place them in the fridge for the next charter. Elena was frustrated by the situation and felt like she was getting in trouble for no reason. While they got off on the wrong foot, Chef Jono and Elena’s feud is minimal, and they should be able to work through it.

The Below Deck Med season 9 has made the series one to watch after only a few episodes. The new class of Below Deck yachties is full of fun, interesting, and entertaining crew members. While it’s still early days into the charter season, Captain Sandy shouldn’t fire anyone from the Below Deck Med season 9 cast.

Below Deck Mediterranean airs Mondays at 9 p.m. EDT on Bravo, then streams the following day on Peacock.

Below Deck Mediterranean

Release Date May 3, 2016

Genres Reality-TV

Network Bravo

Franchise(s) Below Deck

Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9, Episode 3 Recap: A Guest Gets Lost at Sea

Welcome to the  Below Deck Mediterranean  Season 9, Episode 3! In this week’s episode, called “Drifting Standards,” even though a new provisioner gives Captain Sandy hope for a better charter, Jono’s cooking fails to impress. One of the guests gets “lost at sea” alongside deckhand Nathan, which makes Sandy question the competence of her Bosun. Here are some of the highlights from Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9, Episode 3.

Romance scuttled

When last we visited Below Deck Mediterranean, Gael, and Nathan were looking for a place to canoodle “without cameras.” He finds a spot in the starboard bow locker and messages her to join him. As she’s trying to tippytoe through the galley, she gets busted by a camera crew and mutters, “Oh, sh*t.”

“Do you need a mic?” one of them asks.

“I’m not gonna speak [to anyone],” she responds. “I’m just getting water real quick.” And maybe “ a few wee strawberries ” while you’re at it?

“Why? What am I thinking? What am I doing?” she asks herself. Then she texts Nathan, “I just got caught by the cameras.”

“Hahaha,” Nathan texts back. “There’s no cameras from the bridge deck, can go straight into the bosun’s locker.” Oh, Nathan, the cameras are EVERYWHERE.

But Gael’s lost her nerve. “Haha, nah, let’s call it a night. Talk soon!” And she heads back down the stairs to her cabin. Sorry, Nathan, no strawberries tonight.

“I’m still in a relationship,” Gael interviews. “I feel like I’m having stronger feelings than I need to have in this moment. I need to go to sleep.”

So that’s that. “F*ck! F*ck me,” Nathan grumbles in frustration.

“I don’t want to pressure her or push her into making any dumb, stupid decision,” he says in a confessional. “I hope I won’t make things awkward, but that’s a risk I will take any time!”

A new ship’s supplier makes everyone happy

The next morning, Captain Sandy is emailing the provisioner. Oh, look! She’s wearing her brand-new wedding ring. So pretty! Congrats again, Sandy! We love a Below Deck Mediterranean love story.

“Last charter was the worst provisioning experience I’ve ever had in my charter career,” she says in a confessional. “So we’re changing provisioning companies.” I would think so! Hopefully, the new provisioners will be far more professional.

Aesha is pleased that Sandy has hired a new company. “Amazing! Fingers crossed this charter’s gonna be much more reliable.”

Iain, Aesha, and Jono join Sandy for a preference sheet meeting. The primary for the new charter is two-time Olympic gold medalist tennis champion Gigi Fernández. Sandy says, “I actually had her as a charter client, and we became friends after that. I had a great charter with them, and that’s why they’re coming back.”

“The chef I had [then] did, like, seven courses at each meal,” the captain adds, looking at Jono, who doesn’t look terribly thrilled. “Her expectations are high.”

One of the guests requests no mayonnaise, no lamb, turkey, duck, or pork. “She also has a gluten allergy,” Jono points out. “She hates seafood, whereas seafood is one of the top requests [by the others].” What on earth are they going to feed this woman?

Even though it will be challenging, Sandy says, “I really want to please her. They’re used to getting whatever they want when they want it.”

Jono is worried about cooking for someone who has so many difficult restrictions. “Pressure makes us better,” Sandy encourages him.

When the provisions arrive, Aesha exclaims, “Oh my God, a U.S. provision company that actually knows how to provision!”

Jono is nearly crying with relief. “What a great company!” Aesha squeals. “They actually had things I wanted, and they come on time!”

Not-so-tasty tacos

For the guests’ first meal on the boat, Jono prepares the seafood tacos they asked for. He says the last boat he worked on, the owners were from Mexico. “I’m gonna bring the spice,” he says. “The tacos are gonna be talking. They’re gonna be saying, ‘Eat me! Eat me!’” I hope they like spicy food, cause he’s definitely not holding back on the spices.

As she takes the food out to the guests, Ellie treads carefully with Jono. “After the whole panini-gate last trip,” she says, “I am definitely biting my tongue … All I can do is just remain professional going forward and not let this affect my job at all.”

At the table, Jono may have gone overboard (see what I did there?) on the spice because Gigi comments, “The spice in the rice, there’s a very distinct taste.”

“Do you like it?”

“No,” she responds. “There’s something overbearing in it.” Could it be the cardamom? That doesn’t sound like something that belongs in tacos.

“Yeah, you’re right,” her friend agrees.

The rest of the group concurs. “Woo, that’s spicy!” says one of the group.

When Ellie asks how everything is, Gigi decides, “It’s not Rachel good [the chef on their last charter], but it’s good.”

Adrift at sea

Iain is happy with his crew. “I have a really good team,” he says. “Everyone’s improving. Things are going smoothly. No one’s an idiot.” Don’t tempt fate, Iain.

Laura wants to paddleboard. After getting permission, Nathan accompanies her.

But when they try to return, Nathan realizes they’re farther away than they should be. Rather than watching the guests in the water, Joe is distracted by the ladies who want him to “take your shirt off!”

Attempting to paddle back, Nathan interviews, “We’re actually going backwards because the current is that strong. So, yeah, we’re stuck at sea, and I’m sh*tting myself.”

“What happened to Laura and Nathan?” someone finally asks.

“They’re way too far out,” Sandy says.

Fortunately, a passing catamaran picks them up and returns them safely to the Mustique. Sandy’s not happy that they almost lost one of the guests. Iain launches the tender to retrieve them, and Sandy radios, “Come see me as soon as the guests are back on board.”

“This is embarrassing,” she tells Joe. When he admits he should have had eyes on them, Sandy calls it a “lesson learned.”

“I appreciate that Joe is accountable,” Sandy interviews. “But [as for] Iain, you need two people watching the guests at all times. It’s Iain’s job as the bosun to delegate the watch person.”

“Always have your eyes on the guests,” she tells him. “When guests are in the water on any toy, one person in the tender follows them. Always. Make them a priority.” Neither Nathan nor Laura was wearing a life jacket. They could have drowned.

Iain interviews that he didn’t know he was supposed to keep eyes on guests in the water. Has he never worked on a yacht before?

“Go apologize to Gigi,” Sandy says.

“Poop on a platter”

When Sandy sees that Jono has prepared chicken as the main course, she’s a little disappointed. “The expectation of a Mediterranean charter is five-star food,” she says in a confessional. “Gigi has traveled the world. She has dined in some of the finest restaurants. Chicken is really not something that you serve on a super yacht. Everything has to be perfect.”

Gigi isn’t thrilled with the chicken either. “It’s just too much rosemary.”

“Everyone’s quiet at the table,” Aesha notices. “Coming from someone who proclaims very loudly every time they love food, I just feel like it’s usually not great if people aren’t wowing from their seats.”

“How was the chicken?” she asks the guests. “Is it okay?”

Julie Ann offers, “Mine came out pretty decent.” Not exactly a rave review.

When Aesha returns to the kitchen and sees what’s on offer for dessert, she exclaims, “Sponge cake?! It’s the most boring out of all the cakes.” Even though I could forgive him for the cake since it’s chocolate, Jono’s added a scoop of raspberry sorbet to the plate, which kind of looks like an afterthought. Plus, it’s raspberry, which I hate. Yuck. Aesha calls it “poop on a platter” in a confessional.

“You made me serve chicken, and then I’ve gotta give them spongecake?” she wails. “Like, I’ve gotta be the face of all of this sh*t.” It’s embarrassing.

When Aesha returns to ask the guests if it’s okay, Gigi says, “No, it could be more chocolatey.” Rather than dwelling on the disappointing dinner, Aesha hastily moves them along to the next activity.

Cold eggs for breakfast?

Next morning, Jono prepares Huevos Rancheros. But by the time the guests get to the table, the eggs have been sitting for an hour and a half. That’s disgusting. This is not how to Below Deck Mediterranean, Jono.

“Okay, Aesha, my egg is completely cold,” Gigi says. “If you could just bring an egg that’s hot, everything else is completely fine. There’s just nothing worse than cold eggs.”

Later when Gigi comes to visit Sandy on the bridge, she asks, “How was your breakfast?” Gigi admits the eggs were cold.

“So I sent them back cause you can’t have cold eggs,” she adds. “These people don’t want to complain … Like, last night’s dinner, ‘Chef’s Choice’ and this is what you give us?”

Gigi adds, “When you call something ‘deconstructed,’ it just means that it didn’t work out.” Not if you’re a good chef, it doesn’t.

When Sandy asks about the chocolate cake for dessert, Gigi admits, “It was not good. And then, lunch had some spice, I couldn’t place it. It was completely overbearing. Like, I have a high standard.”

“Oh, I know,” Sandy sympathizes. “On a charter yacht, you want the food to be superb.” These guests are paying a lot of money to be on this boat. They expect five-star dining.

“I know Gigi,” Sandy says in a confessional. “She wouldn’t complain just to complain.”

“I’m sorry,” Sandy tells her friend. “Thanks for letting me know. We’re gonna fix it.”

As soon as Gigi leaves the bridge, Captain radios, “Jono, Jono, can you please come to the bridge?” Uh oh. Somebody’s in trouble.

Below Deck Mediterranean  airs Mondays at 9/8c on Bravo.

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Amy Poehler ? We only know Captain Poehler. 

The Inside Out 2 star confessed that she'd love to become the next great Below Deck captain — though she admitted that her lack of nautical training may end up sinking her new career before it begins.

"I would want to be the Captain on Below Deck, " she said during a recent Cosmopolitan U.K . video interview. "It would be hard for me to not be the Captain, but, again, I do not know how to drive a boat, so I feel like that would get in the way."

The actress-comedian added, "You wouldn't know at first. I'd fake it for a couple of days, I think, but then I'd get fired."

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Poehler said she didn't think she'd last very long on a traditional reality competition series like Survivor, either. "I would definitely, probably, get out pretty early because I wouldn't be so great at… I tend to kind of tell people in front of their back things rather than behind their back," she joked. "So I think I'd get voted off pretty fast."

Still, she maintained, "I would leave with my head high. I don't think I would leave in disgrace — I hope not! The tribe will have spoken, and I will accept the tribe's word if they want to kick me out."

Below Deck , which began in 2013, follows the choppy waters of a captain and crew members as they live and work on a superyacht during the charter season. It has spawned several successful spinoffs over the course of its past 11 seasons, including Below Deck Mediterranean, Below Deck Down Under, and Below Deck Adventure. 

The SNL alum explained that Below Deck is one of the few reality shows she'll actually sit down and watch. "The reason why I like it is 'cause I like the job that everybody has to do," she said. "Like, I care about whether or not they turn the boat over. I want to watch them clean the bathrooms and stuff. That's what I'm into."

Poehler added, “I don't get it with reality shows where everyone sits around and there's no job, they just go to dinner. That gets me very stressed."

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• Amy Poehler loves Below Deck and wants to join as a crew member, even joking about becoming the captain.
• She prefers Below Deck over reality shows without a purpose like Real Housewives because she enjoys the work aspect.
• Although Amy thinks she'd do poorly on Survivor, being a charter guest on Below Deck would be more likely.

Saturday Night Live 's Amy Poehler is such a big fan of Below Deck that she wants to join the Bravo reality show in a major crew member role. After leaving SNL , Amy went on to star on the NBC comedy Parks And Recreation . She is currently promoting the hit animated Pixar film Inside Out 2 , in which she voices the character Joy. Amy is not the only celebrity who loves watching Below Deck . Seth Rogen, Chrissy Teigen, John Legend, Jennifer Lawrence, Christina Applegate and Anthony Mackie are just some of the many actors and TV personalities who watch Below Deck .

Amy Poehler loves watching Below Deck and wants to join the franchise.

While promoting Inside Out 2 , Amy discussed her love of reality TV, including Below Deck . While talking with Cosmopolitan UK , the SNL legend admitted that she wants to become a Below Deck cast member, specifically the captain . " It would be hard for me to not be the captain, but, again, I do not know how to drive a boat, so I feel like that would get in the way ," she sarcastically said. Amy added that she'd " fake it " for a couple of days before her inevitable firing.

Amy went into more detail about why she likes watching a show like Below Deck as opposed to other reality shows that focus on people's everyday lives. As she explained, " I like the job that everybody has to do. I care about whether or not they turn the boat over. I want to watch them clean the bathrooms and stuff. That's why I'm into ." Amy's not a fan of reality shows like the Real Housewives where there doesn't seem to be a purpose , according to her. " Everyone sits around and there's no job; they just go to dinner ," she added. " That gets me very stressed. "

Amy Poehler Thinks She’d Be Voted Off Survivor “Pretty Fast”

Amy poehler talks "in front" of people's backs instead of behind their backs.

While Amy believes she would be well-suited to a show like Below Deck , there's a different reality show she would likely fail at: Survivor . " I think I'd get voted off pretty fast ," she admitted. Amy explained that if she were on Survivor , she would be talking to people " in front of their back " instead of " behind their back ." Behavior like that would not go over well with Survivor players and would make her a target at Tribal Council. However, if Amy did get voted off of Survivor , she would " accept the tribe's word ."

It's unlikely that Amy will ever compete on Survivor , but appearing on Below Deck could be a strong possibility--just not as the captain. Below Deck is no stranger to featuring celebrities on the various yachts. Past charter guests have included American Idol 's Justin Guarini , The Bachelor 's Erica Rose, musician Roy Orbison Jr., baseball player Johnny Damon, journalist Jemele Hill, and Real Housewives stars Heather Gay, Cynthia Bailey and Jill Zarin. Clearly, Bravo cast members have a leg up when it comes to appearing on Below Deck as the vast majority of the celebrity guests are reality stars.

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While there's no way Amy will be joining Below Deck as a cast member, Bravo should consider having her as a charter guest . Considering she's already a big fan of the franchise, it's unlikely she would turn down the opportunity. The network could also consider filming a comedic bit with her where a season of Below Deck kicks off with Amy at the helm of the yacht, then Captain Kerry or Sandy walks in, surprised to see her. Amy has a long-standing relationship with NBCUniversal, which produces Below Deck , so an appearance should happen at some point in the future.

Below Deck Mediterranean airs Mondays at 9 p.m. EDT on Bravo.

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• Updated: Jun. 17, 2024, 4:58 p.m. |
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"Below Deck Mediterranean" airs Mondays on Bravo.

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Captain Sandy Yawn continues to command the ship in season nine of “ Below Deck Mediterranean .” Tune in for boatloads of drama as the crew passes through Athens in a new episode airing Monday, June 17, at 9 p.m. ET on Bravo .

Stream for free with a trial from Fubo or DIRECTV Stream . It will also be available on Sling to stream live and Peacock on June 18 .

About the show:

A 150-foot yacht and the crew working aboard it are at the center of this hit reality show. As the ship travels through Athens, Greece, a new group of passengers will board each episode. Each has their own unique challenges for the crew.

In tonight’s episode, “ Drifting Standards ‚” Captain Sandy welcomes back an Olympian charter guest with high expectations. A deckhand and a guest drift too far away at sea, leaving Captain Sandy questioning who she has left in charge. The primary charter guest complains the food has not met their expectations, and Chef Jono Shillingford must impress while also catering to her friends’ many dietary restrictions. Tune in tonight, June 17, at 9/8c ET on Bravo .

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• Guests pay $65,000 for 3 days aboard a luxury yacht with crew, including meals and activities in popular locations.
• Crew members on Below Deck Mediterranean claim to be underpaid compared to other Bravo reality stars like Housewives .
• Guests must be willing to be on camera, pay a $15,000 tip upfront, and be vetted by Bravo before booking a trip.

Below Deck Mediterranean passengers are willing to pay big bucks in order to set sail with the crew on Bravo's popular reality docu-series.

The show follows a magnetic group of yacht crew members who aren't afraid to be filmed as they offer elite guests unique experiences at "a highly discounted rate of what the normal charter fee" for a motor yacht would be, according to Bravo's casting website. But even the slashed prices still cost groups tens of thousands of dollars.

In this article, we will share trip rates exclusively obtained by TheThings.com. Then, we will reveal how much the cast pockets from appearing in the franchise.

How Much Below Deck Mediterranean Guests Pay To Appear On The Show?

Excited fans who want to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience have to pay $65,000 for a group of eight to enjoy a filmed getaway, according to a casting email exclusively obtained by TheThings.com. This comes out to approximately $8,125 per person including the tip.

For over a decade, luxurious vessels have taken well-paying passengers to explore beautiful places like the Greek Islands, glorious Italian shores, and the stunning French Riviera. During season 10, a three-day excursion to Spain will be offered. It's scheduled to start filming in August 2024 and will wrap in the fall, according to the casting team assigned to pick the perfect people.

Bravo claims the $65,000 rate is cheaper than what the average traveler would pay for the same experience if the show were not being filmed.

According to the analysis by Windward Yachts, the weekly charter price for the same vessels used on Below Deck Mediterranean cost between $175,000 - $280,000.

Casting documents reveal the fee covers an economy roundtrip airfare for everyone, two nights in a hotel, three days on a luxury yacht, a private chef, food and alcohol on the yacht, 24 hour service and all "water toys."

Guests can also book their own airfare and be credited $1,200 per person, the casting email claimed.

The hefty fee includes a $15,000 prepaid tip (which comes to about $1,500 per crew member) but that number is as fluid as the sea because even though guests have to pay up early on, they can change the amount they decide to tip on the very last night.

Captain Lee Rosbach revealed on the Amy and T.J. podcast that guests were not charged during Season 1 of the original Below Deck show because the idea “had not been done before.” The uncharted waters allowed people to board for free. Unfortunately, after a series of no-shows, the show started having guests pay.

Usually, the guest who was in charge of booking the vacation hands an envelope with cash inside to the team once the journey has come to a close. In rare instances, the crew can be left empty-handed.

In season 1, the team didn't get a tip because second steward Kat Held found white powder and a rolled dollar bill while cleaning the cabins and Captain Lee was forced to follow maritime law and boot the guests off of the boat. If he didn't, the crew's credentials could have been at risk and who knows what would have happened to the franchise?

Kat spoke about the incident on camera at the time.

"A lot of us put years and years into getting our licenses. The smidgen of anything illegal will take that away from all of us."

Payment isn't the only obstacle for potential guests. If folks want to enjoy a "unique and unforgettable experience" they have to be willing on camera and be vetted by the network before jumping aboard.

Every single person being considered for the show has to be interviewed via video chat and approved by Bravo before they can officially board.

If guests are lucky enough to be picked, they may be asked back. That happened to Linda P. Jones, who appeared on season 1 of Below Deck Mediterranean during a girls' trip with friends. She shared her experience in a blog post.

"We’ve been contacted and invited to come back on Below Deck Med every year since."

She claimed the "food was as good as everyone says" and she "ate every single bite of everything."

The casting team claims slots fill up fast, so if you don't sign up you may miss the boat on the opportunity.

Other spinoffs in the Below Deck franchise include Below Deck Adventure, Below Deck Down Under and Below Deck Sailing Yacht.

Below Deck Cast Members Claim To Be Underpaid

Cast members of the franchise have complained about payment for years, despite the hefty fees passengers pay for the experience.

Below Deck alum Eddie Lucas, who worked his way up from deckhand to First Officer over a handful of seasons, was very outspoken about how much cast members make in an interview with the New York Post in 2022.

"We are still not getting paid what people like the Housewives are making, which is a little frustrating because they’re not really working—they’re just going out to dinner and fighting."

In the interview, he added "we are the lowest-paid cast members" despite having to put in labor and obtaining specialized licenses for some positions just to even qualify for that type of work. Following his public criticism of the pay, he was not asked back on the show and will likely never return.

In an article published by Business Insider, some of the stars of the franchise made between $5,000 - $6,000 per month as captains earned nearly triple that amount.

Bravo's Real Housewives reportedly take home much more than Below Deck cast members. Fan favorites like Teresa Giudice, Porsha Williams and Bethenny Frankel were pocketing over $1 million per season as NeNe Leaks from The Real Housewives of Atlanta was reportedly the highest-paid housewife making $2.85 million per season.

Although the full rates of crew members are not known, Below Deck Down Under alum Laura Bileskalne, who was fired for fighting with co-workers, told the Miss Understood podcast in November 2023 that the workers receive "a very small" amount of money outside of tips.

The job alone can be pretty dangerous and other cast members from the Below Deck franchise have spoken out about pay after Eddie's comments went viral.

Below Deck Mediterranean alum Jessica More replied to a social media post with his quotes on the topic writing, "yep I see all facts in his statements."

In 2022, Below Deck Sailing Yacht alum Dani Soares commented on an Instagram fan page "Southern Charm makes 25k per episode ... I made less than that all season including tips."

Below Deck 's Captain Lee Rosbach weighed in on the topic during a taping for his podcast Salty With Captain Lee in January 2024 saying that $1,500 or $2,000 for a three-day charter was "pretty good money."

“As far as salaries go, what someone else makes is none of my business. I negotiate what I want and what I think I am worth. We either come to an agreement or we don’t and I leave."

But cast members have other ways to make money because, as always, reality television can launch some people into a world of new opportunities.

Below Deck Mediterranean' s Captain Sandy has partnered with skincare companies like Niveda while the show's former chef Adam Glick went on to release a cookbook and have partnerships of his own.

New episodes of Below Deck Mediterranean airs every Monday on Bravo and can be streamed on Peacock the next day.

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Meet the Below Deck Sailing Yacht Season 4 Crew Joining Captain Glenn on Parsifal III

Season 4 of Below Deck Sailing Yacht will find the yachties sailing around Sardinia, Italy. Meet the crew and get a preview of their mess .

Drama is setting sail this spring when Season 4 of Below Deck Sailing Yacht premieres. This season will follow Captain Glenn Shephard and his team (including a mix of returning yachties and new crew members) as they take on what could be their wildest charter season yet.

How to Watch

Watch Below Deck Sailing Yacht on Peacock and the Bravo app . 

So, who is joining Captain Glenn on  Parsifal III as it makes its way around Sardinia, Italy ?  Find out more about the cast from the Season 4 press release and cast bios, below.

When Does  Below Deck Sailing Yacht  Premiere?

Season 4 kicks off on  Monday, April 10 at 8/7c and is available to stream the next day on Peacock.

The Returning Below Deck Sailing Yacht Crew

In addition to Captain Glenn, there will be several familiar yachties on the vessel.  "Captain Glenn and his comeback team, Daisy Kelliher , Gary King , and Colin MacRae , resume their responsibilities aboard Parsifal III , along with new, dynamic crew members, as they set sail in Sardinia, Italy," a press release teases about the upcoming Season 4.  

Find Out What the Returning Yachties Are Up To

Captain glenn shephard.

Per his BravoTV.com bio, "Originally from Montreal, Captain Glenn’s life has always been dictated by the need to see the world. Early on in his travels, he was invited onboard a 50-foot classic sailboat to work as a deckhand and was immediately hooked and has never looked back. With over 22 years in the industry and 13 years as the Captain on Parsifal III , Glenn has hosted hundreds of high-end guests over many busy charter seasons. Glenn knows how to keep his cool while catering to the uber-elite. This laid-back Captain is calm until his limits are pushed. Don’t mess with Captain Glenn!"

Daisy Kelliher, Chief Stew

"Returning chief stew Daisy Kelliher is considered a yachting legacy. Her grandfather was an Olympic sailor for Ireland in 1964, and her parents — and many aunts and uncles — were yachties," according to her BravtoTV.com bio. "Daisy has a lot to live up to when she returns to Parsifal III after a successful last two seasons and can always be counted on to give you a piece of her mind and let her hair down to have a good time."

Gary King, First Mate

"Having captained smaller boats and run the deck on several busy super yachts, Gary’s 13 years of experience is apparent in the way he runs his deck team," according to his BravoTV.com bio. "On one hand, he rules his department with an iron fist but on the other hand, he is never the type to leave a party first. He brims with mischievous charm but his flirtation gets him in hot water on and off deck."

Colin MacRae, Engineer

"Longtime sailor Colin MacRae worked as a Chief Engineer on super yachts for 15 years before joining Parsifal III for his third season. With a big heart and an impish smile, Colin is more than happy to lend a hand anywhere that he might be needed. However, when Colin’s kindness gets mistaken for weakness, fireworks fly," according to his BravoTV.com bio.

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Meet the new season 4 crew.

The new crew members include Chef Ileisha Dell , stews Lucy Edmunds and Mads Herrera , and deckhands Chase Lemacks and Alex Propson .

The press release notes that all the crew is trying to find their footing: "Captain Glenn realizes that his laid-back leadership style has allowed his crew to become too comfortable and starts taking charge of quality control in the interior department, much to Daisy's dismay. In the galley, Chef Ilesha's cooking impresses the guests, but her indecisiveness and co-dependency lead to time-management issues between courses, which causes her to self-destruct. On deck, strong personalities collide, and a power struggle results in a near mutiny, as Gary clashes with his new overconfident deckhand, Chase."

More on the New Crew

Chef ileisha dell.

"With over 17 years of culinary experience, Chef Ileisha has been living her dream as a yacht chef since 2014, merging her passion of cooking, traveling the world and working and living on the water. Originally from a small beach town on the east coast of Australia, she worked her way into some of Sydney’s most prestigious kitchens as a pastry chef. Chef Ileisha has taken many leaps in her career, working as a prep chef for Matt Moran for his cooking show, working as a private chef for one of Sydney’s most famous households and accompanying another family on their yachts across the Mediterranean for two years ," per Ileisha's BravoTV.com bio. " To stay in tune with her creativity, Chef Ileisha also loves photography, film, interior design, yoga and scouting for vintage glassware."

Lucy Edmunds, Stew

"Originally from Wales, Lucy shines with a bubbly personality and enthusiasm that makes her the perfect fit for the interior team," Lucy's BravoTV.com bio notes. "After feeling stuck at university during the pandemic, Lucy, who has a wide breadth of experience in the hospitality world, set sail and joined the yachting industry. Before getting her start in the Mediterranean, she worked at high-end restaurants and became a club VIP manager at only 19 years old. When she’s not chartering across the globe, Lucy enjoys a more laid-back lifestyle of playing sports and watching rugby."

Mads Herrera, Stew

According to Mads' BravoTVcom bio, "Born and raised in South Florida, Mads spent much of her time in the water and on yachts, so it was only natural she ended up in the maritime industry. With two years of experience, Mads has worked on day charters and boat deliveries and is eager for the new challenges of working on a charter yacht. A true adventurer, Mads lives life in the fast line traveling the world, riding dirt bikes, and sky diving."

Chase Lemacks, Deckhand

"A southern gentleman from South Carolina, Chase knows how to turn on the charm for the demanding guests this season. Chase originally joined the world of yachting with the dream of one day sailing around the world running charters on a sailboat of his own," per Chase's BravoTV.com bio. "Having solely worked on large motor yachts since 2019, it was an exciting challenge and welcome change of pace to come on board a sailing vessel. When he’s not on deck, he loves to get his hands dirty backpacking, hunting, and fixing up old homes."

Alex Propson, Deckhand

"Originally from Wisconsin, Alex got his jumpstart in yachting while networking in Los Angeles. He moved to South Florida and kept up his career as a deckhand since achieving his captain’s license," according to Alex's BravoTV.com bio. "The career change was influenced by the pandemic after spending eight years in sales. You can always find Alex staying active whether practicing yoga, playing basketball or diving in top destinations around the world."

Will There Be Any Boatmances?

Why, yes there is! "Two overlapping love triangles further complicate the dynamics-on board, and a shocking hookup between department heads threatens to sever Colin, Daisy, and Gary’s friendship forever," adds the press release.

Get Ready for Below Deck Sailing Yacht Season 4 and Below Deck Down Under Season 2

Expect other boat drama in season 4 of below deck sailing yacht.

There is also plenty of other tensions to rock the boat. "With a near collision, fire, crew rebellion, gruesome guest injury, and two different potentially season-ending engine failures, this is the most captivating and unpredictable season yet of Below Deck Sailing Yacht," according to the press release.

Watch  Below Deck Sailing Yacht  on  Peacock  and the  Bravo app .

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