Sip Sip

Captain

Harry Bowerman

Harry’s journey to the British Virgin Islands was the culmination of a decade of adventure across mountains and oceans worldwide. A lifelong sailor, he competed internationally in dinghy and keelboat classes and began teaching and coaching at just 14. Beyond the water, he spent two winters in the Canadian ski industry—first operating lifts in Lake Louise, then patrolling the slopes in northern British Columbia. He went on to manage a sailing club in Abu Dhabi, before studying at university, where he also developed a passion for marine photography and met Martha. Since then, Harry has worked extensively in the charter industry, delivered yachts across the Atlantic, and sailed in waters ranging from the Mediterranean to Southeast Asia. Now based in the BVI, he skippers Sip Sip, and volunteers with VISAR.

Chef

Martha Hall

Martha grew up in Devon, where her love of cooking, skiing, and life on (and under) the water began. After crossing the Atlantic, working ski seasons in the Alps, and leading diving trips with sharks, she pursued a professional career as a chef. Her love for cooking truly began when she started working in an award-winning floating restaurant under the guidance of a former yacht chef and used the skills she learned there to pursue a career as a chef. This began in the mountains and later transitioned to yachts. Martha discovered that being a yacht chef allows her to flourish in this varied and fulfilling environment where her creativity can expand under the autonomy that this work affords her, as well as, the challenge to accommodate guest’s differing requests and dietary requirement. Every day is different and it combines her love of food with her passion for adventure. Martha’s style focuses on fresh, vibrant dishes, and she has extensive experience creating menus that cater to diverse dietary needs, particularly vegetarian and vegan. Beyond the galley, she enjoys every aspect of yacht life—whether sailing, exploring, or welcoming guests aboard. Martha and Harry are thrilled to be able to host you aboard Sip Sip and share the beauty and the fun the Virgin Islands have to offer with you.