11/08/2026
We came to Porto Santo Stefano thinking we just had to select a crew. Yet, over those days, we were reminded that sailing is, above all, about relationships.
78 people joined us onboard Translated 9. Different ages, countries, backgrounds and levels of experience. Most of them had never met before.
Our professional crew had a special role: not only to observe, but to teach. To explain a manoeuvre, answer questions, guide without taking over, share the experience of those who have already crossed oceans on this boat.
And the applicants did the same with each other.
They listened. Helped. Asked questions. Made mistakes. Tried again. Shared meals, stories, rides and plenty of laughs.
There was very little competition. Much more curiosity.
Because a good crew is not simply made of good sailors. It is made of people who know how to learn from each other, trust each other and make space for each other.
For a few days, we had the privilege of watching those relationships begin. And we learned something from them too.
This is where a crew starts.
We believe in humans.