Crew Profile

CAPTAIN/ Mehmet Ozcelik
Captain Mehmet is from the beautiful coastal town of Marmaris and has been at sea since childhood. He started working on traditional wooden yachts at a young age and acquired valuable experience in Eastern-Mediterranean waters. In addition to being a sailing enthusiast and a long time outdoorsman, he enjoys every kind of fishing in any kind of place. As the captain of Freya, he will ensure all guests onboard feel safe and cared for.

CHEF/ Engin Ozcelik
Engin has been working on charter yachts in Turkey as a chef since ten years. His years of experience have made him very quick in the kitchen, enabling him to prepare a rich table for his guests several times a day, every day. He concentrates mainly on Turkish cuisine, with special emphasis on starters served in olive oil dressing and fresh fish main courses. He is a modest man and has a very gentle aura. He speaks Turkish and beginner level English.

DECKHAND/ Ercan Ozcelik
Ercan is originally from the small fishing and farming village of Taslica. He lives in the harbour town of Marmaris and has extensive experience in hospitality due to the positions he has held in yachts and restaurants as a head waiter. He is a very self-confident young man who understands guests of different nationalities and cultures and can cater to all their needs efficiently. Ercan speaks Turkish, English and Swedish.