Sonia Barberio — Chef (Italian)
Hailing from the vibrant culinary heart of Naples, Sonia’s journey is fueled by a deep-seated passion for authentic Mediterranean flavors and a lifelong dedication to the art of hospitality. With an impressive career spanning private estates, prestigious restaurants, and luxury charter yachts, she has mastered the ability to deliver exceptional service in fast-paced maritime environments. Her experience on vessels such as M/Y Allegra el Cortijo and M/Y Gemini 3 has refined her expertise in both high-end gastronomy and meticulous galley management. Sonia is celebrated for her innovative pairings and her ability to craft bespoke menus—ranging from traditional Italian delicacies to specialized gluten-free and vegan creations. Highly organized and proactive, she is committed to exceeding guest expectations through culinary excellence and seamless teamwork, ensuring every meal is a highlight of the charter experience.
Beniamino Tutino — Captain (Italian)
Born and raised in the picturesque town of Positano, Captain Beniamino’s deep connection with the sea is instinctive. Surrounded by the sounds and scents of the Mediterranean from an early age, he developed a profound passion not just for navigation, but for the sea in all its forms. A lifelong enthusiast of sailing, fishing, spearfishing, and marine biology, Beniamino brings a rich and genuine love for maritime life to every charter.
Curious and well-rounded, his interests extend beyond the nautical world - he is an avid traveler and reader, particularly drawn to ancient history. His open-minded and dynamic nature makes him a natural leader and a captain constantly striving for excellence both professionally and personally.
Fluent in Italian, German, and English, Captain Beniamino ensures seamless communication and a welcoming atmosphere for guests of all backgrounds.
Now in his fourth season aboard GEMINI 3, he has delivered numerous highly successful charters, earning the trust and satisfaction of repeat clients and brokers alike. His professionalism, warmth, and passion for the sea make him an outstanding asset to every journey.
Sofia Hulthén — Deckhand (Swedish)
Sofia is a young and driven professional whose path to yachting is anything but conventional, shaped by competitive athletics, bartending, hospitality and a childhood spent around boats with a maritime pilot father. Now based in Antibes, she is channelling that diverse energy into a focused career at sea.
Holding a Coastal Skipper Certificate and Inshore Diploma alongside her STCW, Sofia brings genuine seamanship to her deck role, complemented by strong service skills, mixology, plate and buffet service, that make her equally valuable on the interior side when needed. Athletic, enthusiastic and naturally at ease on the water, she is the kind of crew member who brings both capability and spirit to a charter programme.
Languages spoken: Swedish, English, French, Norwegian
Rasa Pusnikaite — Chief steward/ess (Lithuanian)
Rasa is a seasoned hospitality professional whose career spans three decades — from seven years as Chief Sommelier with Celebrity Cruises and nearly a decade as Guest Relations Officer with Thomson/Louis Cruises, to the more intimate world of private and charter yachts in Greece. That arc from cruise liner to superyacht is not a step down but a deliberate evolution: trading volume for depth, and bringing the exacting standards of the industry's finest environments to a more personal, guest-centred setting.
Her recent yacht career includes solo and chief stewardess roles aboard the Tsili, Sirene, Spirit of the Seas and most recently the 31-metre Salute, where she has led the interior team, coordinated provisioning, planned special events and delivered VIP-level service across the Greek islands and Balearics. A certified sommelier, barista and floristry enthusiast with a flair for interior design, Rasa brings layers of expertise that quietly elevate every aspect of the guest experience.
Languages spoken: Lithuanian (native), Greek, English, Russian
