Il Mio Canto Libero

CAPTAIN: Frédéric LORENTE 

Nationality: French 

Diploma: Master 500, 750 kW, Sport educator sailing 

Language spoken: French, Italian and English 

Coming from sports sailing, with more than 25 years of experience and several thousand miles logged, Fred is truly passionate about the sea. 

He took a break from his sailing career to manage a sailboat rental company and, above all, to take care of his three daughters while they grew up. 

Then, in 2014, he came back to the very closed circuit of large sailing unit captains. 

After being the captain of Whitefin, a classic 90' Bruce King sailboat, and the Seventy 7 KAJIKIA, he built a crew in his own image for Il Mio Canto Libero: professional, helpful, and discreet. 

A 46-year-old native of Corsica, he loves sharing stories and maritime anecdotes about the regions he travels through. The Mediterranean and the Caribbean hold no secrets for him. 

Sharing is his motto! Fred wants to give you the most authentic sailing experience possible. He’ll be happy to share his knowledge with you, and you’re welcome to help with the maneuvers if you’d like. 

Plus, your captain is a former spearfisherman and will be delighted to treat you to some fresh fish.

CHEF : Yuna BLANCHARD 

Nationality: French 

Diploma: Certified Pastry Chef, STCW 

Language spoken: French, English 

Yuna’s passion for cooking was instilled in her at a very young age. Initially trained in French pastry, she began her career in the world of desserts before broadening her culinary horizons through her travels, her curiosity, and more than ten years of experience in professional kitchens, hospitality, and high-end service. 

For the past 4 years, she has worked as a private chef and in the yachting industry, where she has developed an intuitive approach deeply focused on the onboard experience. 

Her cuisine blends French technique, Mediterranean flavors, Asian fusion, training in traditional Italian cuisine, and a wellness-focused approach without ever compromising on indulgence. Passionate about authentic, entirely homemade cuisine, she pays special attention to seasonal produce, high-quality ingredients, and dishes that are as minimally processed as possible. 

Fresh, colorful, and tailor-made, her cuisine adapts to the desires and pace of each guest, with a focus on creating gourmet and memorable moments at sea. 

Thanks to her background in both culinary arts and hospitality, Yuna combines discretion, adaptability, and a natural flair for service to offer an experience that is as seamless as it is attentive on board. 

An avid traveler, she draws inspiration from the destinations she explores, local markets, and the flavors of the world to create cuisine that is sincere, refined, and vibrant.

STEWARDESS : Alaikah STURBA

Nationality: Argentinian - Italian

5 seasons in yachting

Additional skills: Yoga / Wellness & Breathwork

Language spoken: Spanish & English 

Alaikah has over 5 seasons of experience on sailing yachts, working across interior and deck in the Mediterranean, Caribbean and Atlantic. 

Currently responsible for the interior, she enjoys connecting with people, creating harmonious spaces, serving from the heart, and bringing positive energy to life on board.

Originally from Argentina, she studied Political Science and later completed an MSc in Local Economic Development at the London School of Economics. 

She also founded her own fashion business, experiences that shaped her perspective on people and the world.

Outside yachting, she is a yoga instructor who loves nature, dancing and stargazing. 

More recently, she has begun exploring singing and songwriting as a way to awaken and inspire.

FIRST MATE: Alex CASANOVAS

Nationality: Spanish 

9 years in yachting 

Additional skills: Sailing / Tender Driving / Water Sports

Language spoken: English & Spanish

Alex has been around boats from a young age and has 9 years of professional experience in yachting. 

He has worked extensively in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, with experience in both private and charter yachts. 

He is confident with sailing operations, tender driving, water sports and hands-on deck work, including general maintenance, repairs, and keeping the yacht in top condition. 

Enjoys working closely with guests and crew.  Alex is reliable and professional.