The Truth About Working on Yachts: What No One Tells You

The Truth About Working on Yachts: What No One Tells You

Ever dreamed of working on a yacht, traveling the world, and getting paid to live at sea? In this video, I share how I got into the yachting industry, what it was really like, and why I eventually walked away — for good.

From getting my ENG1 medical, completing the STCW course, and finding my first job through Facebook groups, I break it all down:

✅ How to get started
⚓ What it’s really like working as crew
🚩 Why I left and the secrets no one talks about...

🧭 What You'll Learn:
How to get into the yachting industry with no experience

What courses and certifications you need (ENG1 & STCW)

Where to find your first yacht job

The real behind-the-scenes of crew life

The pressure, the chaos, and why I’ll never go back

📚 Helpful Resources:
ENG1 Medical Certificate Info:
https://www.gov.uk/seafarer-medical-certificates

STCW Basic Safety Training Info:
https://www.stcwdirect.com

💬 Most Useful Facebook Groups for Yacht Crew Jobs:
Yacht Jobs – Worldwide: https://www.facebook.com/groups/281766451974099/

Antibes Yacht Crew: https://www.facebook.com/groups/antibesyachtcrew/

Palma Yacht Crew: https://www.facebook.com/groups/palmayachtcrew/

Fort Lauderdale Yacht Crew: https://www.facebook.com/groups/239411889867327/

Yacht Crew Jobs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/571847526656154/

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