INTRODUCING THE CREW
These are the navigators, hosts and stewards of a bygone era of travel. Every detail onboard Jura II is carefully curated by our crew to evoke a sense of nostalgia and transport you back to the golden age of exploration.
CAPTAIN
GAVIN
SMALL
UNITED KINGDOM
Gavin has been sailing for over 20 years, and it has been his passion since he was young. He has sailed across the Atlantic and cruised the Mediterranean, Baltic and the Caribbean.
Being a yacht captain requires a lot of dedication, hard work and attention to detail. It's not just about sailing, but also about managing the crew, maintaining the yacht and providing excellent service. But the reward is worth it for Gavin, as he gets to witness the beauty of nature and share it with others.
CHIEF ENGINEER
ALI
VURAL
TURKEY
Ali’s love affair with the sea began in his childhood, growing up on the west coast of Turkey. Welcomed into the industry by older family members, he started working in the shipyards close to his village. His talents were quickly recognised and by his mid-twenties, he led a team of engineers implementing a wide range of tasks on some of the world's finest megayachts.
Having overseen a complete refit of all mechanical systems aboard Jura II, including rebuilding her original Scottish engines to perfect condition, he decided to expand his horizons still further and joined the Ship as Chief Engineer.
CHIEF STEWARDESS
JUDY
MARIA CLEMENTE
PHILLIPINES
Having entered the yachting industry in 2016 and moved through a progression of roles on beautiful yachts, Judy has an intimate knowledge of classical quality housekeeping. She will ensure that your time on board is comfortable and that all your needs are cared for. She knows just how to make you feel at home and fulfils all of your wishes with a smile.
Hard work, versatility, and experience have taken Judy beyond the Philippines to Taiwan, Abu Dhabi, Greece, Monaco, and further afield. She is driven by attention to detail. While passionate about her work, Judy also has a wonderful sense of humour and is very much a Ship Mother to all the crew. (In her private time, you may catch her giving karaoke performances in the Crew Mess).
CHEF
JACOBO
MONTERO PARGUINA
SPAIN
In 2023 Jura II spent the winter in La Coruna, Spain. While there, the owners discovered many wonderful restaurants in the city. Returning to one restaurant in particular which they had enjoyed, they met the owner and chef, Jacobo. In conversation, Jacobo confessed a desire to go to sea as a Chef aboard a private yacht. Two months later Jacobo was aboard Jura II!
Running his own successful restaurant in La Coruna, where the standard of cuisine is extremely high, he developed a true passion for food preparation. He loves different cuisines from around the world, from Spanish Paella to Thailand Pad Thai. His greatest satisfaction is when guests come to the galley to tell him how happy they are with the food he has presented. If you see him jumping off the boat as soon as we touch land, be assured he is off to the local market to find something fresh and delicious for us all to enjoy.