High 5

Captain Nicolas Olney
Yacht Master Offshore 200t

PADI Divemaster

Born and raised in Langebaan, South Africa, Nicholas grew up with the ocean as his constant companion. By age five he was already fishing, and by eight he was confidently piloting powerboats along the Cape coastline. This early foundation ignited a lifelong passion for the sea and laid the groundwork for a professional career as a charter captain. Today, Nicholas combines years of maritime experience with a natural enthusiasm for sharing the ocean with others.

Nicholas brings a well-rounded skill set to his role on board. He is a certified Divemaster and accomplished sailor with extensive experience in sport fishing, seamanship, and guest operations. His resume reflects a strong background in both hands-on technical work and guest services, making him equally adept at leading snorkeling adventures, navigating challenging waters, or ensuring every detail of the guest experience is handled with professionalism. His approach balances safety and skill with warmth and approachability, which makes him a standout choice for charter operations.

Known for his humble nature and positive outlook, Nicholas creates an environment where guests feel at ease and fully immersed in the charter experience. Brokers can confidently present him as a captain who not only delivers seamless operations but also cultivates the kind of atmosphere that turns great trips into lasting memories. For Nicholas, the ocean is not just his workplace - it’s his life’s passion, and he takes pride in ensuring that every charter reflects that dedication."

Chef Lelani Bright
Chef Lelani's life has been shaped by the sea, travel, creativity, and a love for creating meaningful experiences. Raised around boating adventures in Mauritius, she later joined her high school sailing team in Southern Maryland and became involved with the Sea Scouts, building an early connection to sailing and life on the water.

After beginning her studies in broadcast journalism at American University, Lelani followed her passion for hospitality and transferred to the University of South Florida. There, she rowed on the university crew team and began working professionally in kitchens as a sous chef in the student dining program and at the Embassy Suites on campus.

Her culinary journey later took her to the Caribbean, where she cooked for weddings and events in Saint Croix and completed a culinary and assistant management internship at Scrub Island Resort in the British Virgin Islands. She has also sailed charters throughout Washington, D.C., the Bahamas, Key West, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.

Lelani’s cuisine blends influences from Hawai‘i, the Caribbean, and her Afrikaans heritage, creating food that is soulful, colorful, and globally inspired. Her menus are shaped by local ingredients, travel, creativity, and a deep belief that meals should bring people together.

Outside the galley, Lelani enjoys fishing, freediving, surfing, yoga, farming, sustainability, writing, film, and creative arts. Her broad interests, adventurous nature, and heartfelt approach to service bring energy, originality, and warmth to every charter.