NAFISA

Salvatore Costagliola

Captain

Italian

Born in the beautiful island of Procida, Salvatore is a reliable seamen with more than 23 years of cruising experience. He started working aboard merchant ships when he was very young and later he become Master on an Oceanographic vessel. Then he spent many years working as a Captain on several yachts before coming at the helm of Nafisa. His great skills in navigation, his kindness and his ability to lead a team make him a valuable Captain. He’s an expert of the Amalfi and Neapolitan Coasts and he’s always happy to introduce his guests to the secrets of these amazing lands. Salvatore holds also a PADI qualification and speaks English. Chef (TBC): Giuseppe Perreca, Italian, 46 y.o. Giuseppe is a very experienced chef that has grown his skills by travelling all around Europe. In fact, after attending the catering institute, Giuseppe started working as a chef in all the most high end destinations in Italy, including Venice and Cortina. Then he decided to widen his horizons and headed to Barcelona, Nice, Tangeri, where he learned to please international palates adding exotic touches to his background. He loves cooking handmade bread, pasta and pizza and he always prefers fresh, seasonable products. His dishes are incredibly tasty still they remain healthy: fresh caught, fruit, salads, Giuseppe’s cuisine is a typical example of the Italian tradition. His patisserie creations are a real delight: guests will absolutely adore his babbà (Neapolitan rum-soaked cake), his chocolate mousse and his “diplomatica”.

Carmine Salese

First Officer

Italian

Carmine is a very welcoming team member, he loves sea life and his wide and sincere smile always makes guests feel like home. Always fascinated by the sea, he started working in the maritime field at a very young age, gaining over ten years of experience and covering several different roles; he started as an electrician for small boats, was then hired as a mooring man in touristic ports and shipyards and then began his career on board on private yachts. He joined the charter industry in 2019 and is now a precious addition to Nafisa’s crew. His extensive mechanical knowledge allows him to face any kind of situation on board and his outgoing character is one of his strong points. He speaks Italian and a basic level of English and Spanish.

Giovanni Grande

Deckhand

Italian

Born in Sicily, Giovanni grew up in direct contact with sea, sun and nature, developing a deep passion for sea life. Pursuing his love for boats and sea, he attended the Maritime High School where he obtained the Marine Surveyor’s degree. His love for the water and boating paired with his passion for hospitality is what led him to get into Yachting Industry. Very friendly and always ready to lend a helping hand, Giovanni is a very fast learner and is willing to join Nafisa’s crew. Italian mothertongue, he speaks a basic level of English.