How to work on a yacht like Below Deck
14th September 2020
Whilst it is often reviewed as 'trashy TV', Below Deck does shed a light into some of the tasks, responsibility and duties of both Deckhands and Stewardesses.
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News and Features
All the latest news and features from Flying Fish.
Ultimate Guide To Seafarers Earnings Deduction
24th August 2020
The Seafarer's Earnings Deduction (SED) allows 100% of on-board earnings to be exempt from UK income tax. Learn if you qualify & how to claim you tax back.
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Is Yachting a good career?
3rd August 2020
To be paid very well to travel the world, have most expenses taken care of, meet incredible people and make memories that will stay with you for the rest of your life, it is safe to say yachting is a great career choice.
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Yacht Purser – Job Description & Salary
15th July 2020
If you have experience in administration or finance then the Yacht Purser role could be a fantastic opportunity for you to carve out a career working on Superyachts.
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Yacht Crew Agencies List
8th June 2020
Yacht crew agencies will be able to help find work for all types of positions and experience, from Yacht Captains down to green (new) Stewardesses and Deckhands.
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Yacht Crew Recruitment During Coronavirus
11th May 2020
To get the latest information about what is happening in the world of superyacht recruitment, we spoke to Lisa at YPI Crew, who runs our graduate recruitment days in Antibes.
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How technology might change the Superyacht recruitment process
29th April 2020
We discuss how the impact of Coronavirus may force a technology change in the yacht crew recruitment process.
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COVID-19: Extention to STCW update/refresher training
10th April 2020
The MCA has written a contingency plan for those who find themselves unable to update their STCW certificates
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The Windsurfing Beach Start – How To Guide
1st April 2020
Learning how to beach start is a fun manoeuvre to learn windsurfing. It is a quick way to get up, more rewarding than up hauling and looks cool!
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Zero to Hero Yachtmaster Courses – Expert Advice
17th March 2020
There are a number of different course options to choose from but if you have no prior experience, then you may have come across the term ‘zero to hero’ Yachtmaster.
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How To Rescue A Windsurfer In High Wind
16th March 2020
The person is always number one priority. There may be times when the human is the only thing you pick up and the equipment is dealt with later.
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What is a BSUPA Paddleboard Instructor?
4th March 2020
BSUPA stands for British Stand Up Paddle Association they aims to protect and promote the sport of paddle boarding in the UK. They govern the BSUPA Instructor Pathway.
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