FRIEND’S BOAT

Laura is an experienced hostess with a passion for providing exceptional customer service on yacht charters. With extensive background as a yacht stewardess, she demonstrates the ability to anticipate guest needs, maintain meticulous attention to detail, and adeptly solve any issues that arise. Her commitment to guest happiness, along with her diverse skills, makes her a valuable part of creating unforgettable sea experiences. Laura's eye for aesthetics shines through in her table designs and keeping the yacht interior spick and span. She speaks English and Croatian and likes to spend her free time with her loved ones and exploring new places.

Dražena Perkov, chef Born 1983 Nationality: Croatia Dražena is a hardworking polyvalent individual who represents a valuable asset to the FRIEND'S BOAT team. Dražena speaks fluently Italian, English and has basic knowledge of French and Spanish. She holds a master degree in Art History and the Italian language. In 2013 she started to work as a tourist guide on cruise ships, which sparked her interest in yachting. Following years she spent working as a hostess/cook on different vessels where she gained valuable charter experience. Her interest in culture, exploring new cuisines and delivering outstanding service to her guests led her to the current Chef position onboard FRIEND'S BOAT.

Frane is a 27-year-old Croatian sailor with over 10,000 nautical miles, holding a Yachtmaster (100 GT) certificate, STCW, and AEC1. A former windsurfing school owner and instructor, he excels in deck operations, tender driving, maintenance, anchoring, docking, and guest water sports activities. Together, the crew combines strong local knowledge of the Adriatic, high safety standards, excellent teamwork, and a warm, service-oriented approach to ensure every guest enjoys a safe, comfortable, and memorable yacht experience.

Captain Zdravko showed interest in the sea at a very young age through the local sailing club. Later on, he got an opportunity to join different racing teams and participated in many sailing regattas across Croatia and Italy. Before joining FRIEND'S BOAT in 2014, he worked as a skipper on several charter and private vessels. Having served as the Chief Officer on this esteemed yacht, the upcoming 2024 season marks Captain Zdravko's debut as the Captain. Dedicated to creating memorable experiences, Captain Zdravko goes above and beyond to ensure the comfort and enjoyment of his guests. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, sailing and fishing. Zdravko is native in Croatian, and fluent in English.