Irie-Monohull
72 Feet Sleeps 8 in 4 Doubles

Captain Robert Bredeck (not in movie)

Robert began sailing at age 8 in Michigan, where he came of age, and completed his education with a Masters Degree in English Literature from Michigan State University. Post-Graduate school led to a position in Denver, Colorado and travel abroad where he came to live and rediscover his sailing roots in St. Thomas in 2002. Robert holds a 100 ton US Coast Guard License, is a PADI certified open water diver and has sailed extensively over the past 5 years in the U.S. and British Virgin Islands including a trip to South America. Most recently, he completed an 8 month trans-Atlantic loop on a 28ft. Irwin dubbed Ramblin Rose. The voyage included the Azores, Portugal, Spain, Morrocco and Madeira.

Chef/Hostess/Artist Katia Andreeva (not in movie

Katia was born in the little town of Arsenev on the Pacific Ocean side of Russia. After intensive schooling in her youth, Katia qualified to enter the Academy of Art and Design in St. Petersburg, Russia. In 1994 she moved to Minnesota and became an accomplished and prolific artist. Her work has earned numerous awards with its exquisite detail and masterful use of color. Katia’s projects include book illustrations, art exhibitions, and teaching watercolor classes. Katia’s artistic abilities, entertaining qualities, and love for cooking is evident as they come together aboard IRIE. Her culinary skills in the galley earned working in an upscale restaurant in Russia. They will bring much delight to the guests as they savor the creative international flair in each dish she prepares. * Katia will be offering watercolor classes to quests during their stay on IRIE.

1st Mate Derek Hall Derek, your host aboard Irie, looks forward to extending a warm welcome to his guests. Derek has spent the past five years working in the service in­dustry. While he thoroughly enjoys all aspects of this industry, his true pas­sion lies in the hands-on experience of dealing directly with the customer, ensuring that they are catered to at the highest level of standards and that their expectations are not only met, but exceeded. Those who encounter Derek would describe him as personable, easy-going, and very attentive to detail. His obvious care and interest in others will make his guests feel right at home the moment they step aboard. Derek’s love of the water began while living in the “Land of 10,000 Lakes”. This lure of the water is what led him to the islands and to IRIE. While his current passion is sailing, other interests include snorkeling, water skiing, kayaking, and fishing. Derek is currently working on his PADI Open Water certification and aspires to gain his instructor certification.