Princess Aphrodite

Crew Profile

Aleksandar Bajić born in 1974, he grew up by the Adriatic Sea in Makarska, Croatia, where the deeply rooted theme of his life began and remained fresh until today – The Sea. From 1989 to 2002 he lived in Zurich, Switzerland, where he did apprenticeship in Audio-Video Electronics and worked for a few years in private banks as technician. The successful integration in Zurich’s society, did not quench the longing for The Sea and he applied to famous sailing school in 2002, in Murter, Croatia – Adriatic Nautical Academy where he stayed for 3 years as sailing instructor, working on the maintenance of school’s fleet and being team member and manager of the racing team with notable results. Since 2006, he is skipper freelancer for various charter companies and yacht owners mostly in Croatia and Mediterranean with more than 80,000 miles logged and more than 400 weeks of cruising. Off-charter season, he is passionate in delivering yachts. Alex is very enthusiastic, confident and very experienced captain with sophisticated character and broad interests. Alex have high communication skills in few languages and more than 20 years experience aboard yachts, have polished his personality into a highly pleasant and professional presence that gladly shares with clients the enthusiasm for the life at Sea. His experience and networks established, make him a perfect captain to tailor a yachting route customized to your preferences. Each charter is customized experience according to lifestyle of the clients where Alex has exclusive access to private epic places and finest wineries with centuries of history and tradition. For many weeks in the season, he plans routes with mountain biking crews aboard on Croatian islands, where he often prepares happy meals on board for vegetarians and non-vegetarians. He likes to entertain kids with water toys, which we have on board, and parents likes him also very much because can fully relax as well 🙂

WHAT MAKES HIM HAPPY BESIDE WORK: He is very keen to develop existing and adopt new skills, he likes to travel and establish new friendships, however meditation and mountain biking are his top hobbies.


Marija Mimica Špoljar, born in 1995 in Zagreb, Croatia, is a lifelong resident of the country, possessing an intimate familiarity with its diverse landscapes. In 2021, she achieved a Master's in Marketing and Communications from PVZG, Zagreb. Demonstrating her commitment to continuous personal and professional development, she also earned a cooking degree from SKMER Acmer in Split. Working as a hostess combines two of my passions: love for the sea and making sure people enjoy their vacation by sharing some interesting facts and providing delicious home cooked meals for them. Extremely motivated to constantly develop my skills and grow professionally. I am confident in my ability to come up with interesting ideas for guest and crew meals. Organized, very tidy and an independent worker. In addition to that, I am very detail-oriented and able to take on and learn new tasks very quickly. My guests are extremely important to me and I always aim to make their experience travelling the Adriatic coast memorable. My extensive knowledge of the coast and communication skills are a great asset when guests ask for recommendations, whether it be local restaurants, beaches to visit or sights to see. In her own words, Marija states, "In the nautical industry, I blend my management skills, clear communication, culinary expertise, and in-depth knowledge of the Adriatic coast to curate unforgettable experiences for my guests."

WHAT MAKES HER HAPPY BESIDE WORK: She is a passionate traveler and likes fine dining cuisine.

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