1. THE SEADREAMER CLUB NEWSLETTER
September 2014
Meet the Crew:
Hotel Manager, Jamie MacGregor
“It’s always so inspiring when all the
crew of SeaDream work together to
accomplish wonders.”
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Working to Make Every Voyage Extra Special.
Though Jamie was born in the city of Durban, at a
young age his entire family moved to a remote area
on the Eastern Cape of South Africa to become
cattle farmers. Jamie recalls lots of trouble with the
local tribes there, and the area surrounding their
farm became very dangerous. This led to his family
moving back to the city, and Jamie being sent to
a boarding high school in East London, England.
Jamie pursued studies in International Marketing
Management and Graphic Design. But he says “the
best and most important step I ever took, was to
complete my Yacht Master Course; this put me in
the direction of the sea.” A good step indeed,
because Jamie got a job working for the Royal
family of UAE. “The President’s family had a few
yachts and I worked on them for a while. I enjoyed
it, but after two years I started to feel I needed more
of a challenge.” It was by chance, that a SeaDream
recruiter in South Africa was interviewing in Jamie’s
town; Jamie decided to apply for a position and he
was hired!
He likes organizing all aspects of the onboard
operation, with a goal of everything running as
smoothly as possible. One of the onboard events
he helped arrange was a wedding. “We needed
to decorate the entire pool area for the event and
the groom decided last minute, he wanted an arch
made. The carpenter did his magic, then we
managed to wrap the arch in white and we filled the
whole arch with white roses, it was great!” Jamie
adds “it’s always so inspiring when all the crew of
SeaDream work together to accomplish wonders.”
Jamie’s favorite SeaDream spot: Croatia. During his
free time you might find Jamie surfing with friends
or in the gym. He now calls Durban, South Africa
home and says “it’s got a great climate, hot in
summer and medium in winter, beautiful beaches
and a great vibe.”
CELEBRATE MILESTONES WITH SEADREAM YACHT CLUB
Unforgettable Charter Experiences in the World’s Most Exclusive Destinations
Full charters with SeaDream Yacht Club, offer the
ultimate gift of lifetime memories, rather than
material possessions, to guests interested in
celebrating important milestones with family and
friends. Fifty-six well-appointed staterooms,
including 10 suites, accommodate a maximum of
112 guests in an intimate, elegantly casual setting.
“Many of our group guests are drawn by the size
of our vessels, the opportunities for customization
and the detailed planning provided by our dedicated
charter coordinators,” says SeaDream President,
Bob Lepisto. “Sailing the waters of the Caribbean or
Europe on a mega-yacht with close friends is truly
the ultimate celebration for marking a memorable
moment.”
Birthdays, anniversaries and family reunions are
among the special occasions guests are choosing
to celebrate with fully-inclusive, private charters
aboard the mega-yachts SeaDream I and II.
Examples include a joint celebration, in which both
a husband and wife celebrated their 60th birthdays
with loved ones on a voyage of their choosing.
Surprise parties are also a hit, when guests know
they are taking a SeaDream voyage, but later
discover it will be on a private charter shared only
with their friends and family.
When planning a private celebration aboard
SeaDream, our shoreside staff assist in every
aspect, from the custom itinerary to onboard
activities to special dining preferences and
entertainment options. Custom shore excursions
in locations seldom visited by larger ships may be
arranged, such as guided expeditions through the
secluded coastal towns of the Mediterranean. With
a 1-to-1 crew to guest ratio, no detail is too small
and no request goes unheeded when planning a
SeaDream charter.
With an emphasis on outdoor living, friends and
families can take advantage of a fleet of water toys
including wave runners, kayaks, water skis and
wake boards. The only Thai-certified spa at sea,
SeaDream’s Spa includes treatments in the private,
open-air massage area. Lounging on deck in the
yacht’s signature Balinese Dream Beds is the
perfect place for couples to take in ocean views
during the day, or star-gaze at night with full
turn-down service upon request.
Culinary excellence is just another facet that makes
a SeaDream charter so memorable. Guests can join
the chef for a trip to the local market, sourcing only
the freshest, indigenous ingredients for their dishes.
For a special toast, the Dining Salon accommodates
all 112 guests to enjoy an unforgettable meal
together. Dining al fresco is also an option and
highly encouraged. Menus tailored specifically to
each charter, combined with anticipatory service
make epicurean experiences aboard SeaDream
ones to remember.
Contact your travel professional or SeaDream for
information on full yacht charters.
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