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CREW PROFILES
Captain: Andrew Ball
Nationality: Canadian
Number of Crew: 2
Crew Profiles: Your crew, Deb and Andy, met while working on charter yachts, they’ve been at it for four years now, both in the British Virgin Islands and Europe. Between them they have travelled North America, South America, Europe, Australia and Asia. After working on different yachts based from the same dock, one day they had the bright idea that they ought to come together and combine the best of their professionalism. And they came to do this aboard Ma Ha.
For both Andy and Deb, the love of sailing and working on the water led them each to a career in charter yachts. They pride themselves on keeping a friendly and family atmosphere on Ma Ha, and enjoy meeting new people and making new friends on charter.
Step aboard Ma Ha and you will feel relaxed and safe in the capable hands of Chef Deb and Captain Andy as they weave your dreams and you sail, explore and experience the secrets of the Caribbean. Please! Step aboard.
About Andy
Andy grew up in a travelling family, spending his youth in both Canada and England. Family vacations across North America, coupled with growing up on a lakeshore, soon instilled in Andy both a wanderlust and a passion for sailing. At a young age he was cruising with his parents from the northern U.S to South America following their retirement. Sailing… Travel… It gets more eclectic… At university Andy pursued a degree in technical theatre and ended up with a degree in business management. It didn’t take long for Andy to decide that office life was not for him. Perhaps it was the wanderlust element, Andy followed his passion for the one thing he had really enjoyed his entire life: Sailing (Guests will soon discover that Andy is pretty gadget-happy too, whether it’s the latest iPad, gee-whizz computer gizmo, camera attachment, iPhone app, GPS or electronic game, Andy’s the one that wants it or has it, but you’ll also find him sharing his technical expertise widely and freely).
Attending a sailing school on the yachting mecca of the Isle of Wight, Andy quickly completed his 200 Ton Master’s License and worked in England and southern France before heading to the Caribbean. He was quickly snapped up and found himself chartering extensively aboard a variety of catamarans. Eventually, Andy succumbed to the lure of Ma Ha… He hasn’t looked back. Aboard Ma Ha, other than the sailing, Andy particularly enjoys the life-long friends he’s made, people that started out as charter guests, and of course assisting people in experiencing their Caribbean dreams.
A recent guest wrote of Andy: “I wanted to drop you a quick note to let you know what an exceptional skipper you have in Andrew Ball. I am sure that you don’t need me to tell you that Andrew is an excellent sailor and maintains your yacht with meticulous vigor. What you may not know, is how far Andrew goes to ensure his guests’ happiness.”
Andy looks forward to welcoming you up Ma Ha’s gangway.
About Deb
Deb grew up on the picturesque South Island of the sailing-mad nation of New Zealand. She cut her yachting teeth early, on Marlborough Sound and the Cook Strait, and has a lifetime of sea and sailing experiences. She was even the Rear Commodore of her local yacht club. Early on Deb determined her destination… Crew and/or chef on racing, cruising, delivery, and charter yachts. Her two passions - the love of sailing and cooking – create a bountiful combination aboard Ma Ha. Couple this with her gentle manner to her charter guests, and what Deb describes as “Kiwi ingenuity and lateral thinking”, as well as her culinary training (She’s also trained in Asian cuisine!) and that sounds like a recipe for a sumptuous charter week!
Deb’s other qualifications include her Boatmaster’s ticket from the Royal Yachting Association, and her extensive experience as chef on crewed yachts sailing from New Zealand, the Caribbean islands and most recently throughout the Mediterranean. Naturally, she follows with enthusiasm the interests of her two sons, and New Zealand’s “All Blacks” Rugby national team!
The cuisine from Deb's galley reflects her belief in "home-made" and her presentation will tantalize your taste buds… You won't be disappointed.
Andy and Deb welcome you aboard catamaran Ma Ha.
Barrington Hall Yacht Charters & Sales - 2805 E Oakland Park Blvd, Ste 397, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33306, U.S.A - 1-800-478-2029 / 954-720-0475 - info@bhcyachts.com
