Belldia

Captain

David Scallan

Captain Dave Scallan grew up by the sea in a charming coastal town in South East Ireland, where sailing quickly became second nature. A Mechanical Engineering graduate and Senior Instructor with the Irish Sailing Association, Dave blended technical skill with a lifelong love of the ocean. Before yachting, he travelled widely, teaching and directing sailing at clubs across Ireland and at the Southern Yacht Club in New Orleans. He later joined the superyacht world, cruising Spain, Italy, Greece, and beyond, before settling in the Caribbean as captain of various high-end sailing yachts. With over 60,000 miles at sea, Dave’s favourite adventures are ocean crossings, but what he enjoys most is hosting guests and creating unforgettable memories on the water. Warm, fun, and endlessly enthusiastic, he loves wakeboarding, rugby, skiing, and scuba diving — and says the Caribbean, with its turquoise seas and easy smiles, is his favourite place on earth.

Chef

Jessica-Lynn Muller

Sit back, relax and enjoy an unforgettable culinary experience onboard with Chef Jess who will be taking care of all your meals so that you are able to get the most out of your vacation. Jess’s attention to detail and skill for creating a unique menu to suit all dietary requirements will keep making you want to come back for more. Her love and passion for all cuisine will not only be tasted in every bite but also stimulate your visual sensory with her beautiful and creative plating skills. Jess has extensive experience as a yacht chef who discovered the world of food in 2015 when she started working onboard luxury yachts up to 80” in the BVI. She has completed multiple chef courses as well as courses specialising in nutrition, Plant Based Diet and most recently completed a 12 week chef program at the world renowned Balleymaloe Cooking School in Ireland. Jess looks forward to welcoming you on board and to share her passion for food with you through creating an amazing food experience suited to you and your guests.

Stewardess

Okwa Ruth Groenewald

Okwa is an experienced Stewardess with a strong background in hospitality and a flair for guest service. Before joining yachting, she worked across luxury cruise ships, boutique restaurants, and high-end bars where she refined her mixology and service skills. Over the past three years, she has built a successful yachting career on vessels from 20m to 60m, gaining expertise in both interior and deck work. A qualified PADI Divemaster, she enjoys sharing her passion for the ocean. Some of her favourite destinations include the jungles and reefs of Honduras, the volcanoes and surf of Nicaragua, and South Africa’s Wild Coast. In her spare time, Okwa enjoys scuba diving, watersports, trail running, painting, and hiking. Energetic, attentive, and professional, she thrives on creating memorable experiences and brings warmth and dedication to every charter.