Virtuoso

Captain Ersin Kamış is an experienced gulet captain who has been mastering the luxury sailing gulet Virtuoso for three years. He trained at Maritime College of Kocaeli, received his captain's license at 23 and knows the South-Eastern Turkey coast and Greek islands well, acting as a friendly, professional team leader for guests and crew.

Can Yurttaş (pron. Djan) is the vessel's first mate, promoted for his perseverance and professionalism after seven seasons in the marine business. He trained at Maritime College of Kocaeli, holds a captain's license, speaks excellent English and assists the captain with deck operations, service and guest care.

Chef Mehmet Özgür Sert is a classically trained and creative chef from Bolu with experience in luxury restaurants and hotels in Istanbul. He specializes in Turkish and Ottoman cuisine as well as Italian, French and Japanese dishes, is excellent in pastry, and is in his third year cooking aboard Virtuoso.

Eda Aras is a 20-year-old stewardess in her first year in the maritime business who trained at Maritime College of Kocaeli. She is responsible for maintaining staterooms and assisting service, and is described as perseverant, people-oriented and eager to continue developing her skills.

Ali Özgür Kaya is a 22-year-old seaman in his second season aboard Virtuoso who helps maintain the yacht, handles sails and supports water sports for guests. He graduated from a maritime college and aims to become a yacht captain, noted for his professionalism and team spirit.

Çağdaş (pron. Tschaa-dash) Güneş is a 24-year-old seaman with six years' experience aboard luxury yachts and maritime education, now working on Virtuoso. He has a yacht captain license, is studying Tourism and Hospitality, and is known for strong seaman skills, a friendly demeanour and interests in football, music and swimming.