Mahina Offshore Services

John is not only a seasoned sailor with decades of experience but also a generous mentor. His extensive knowledge has been a guiding light for my liveaboard sailing journey, providing invaluable insights on and off the podcast. John’s support has been unwavering, and his willingness to share his wealth of information is truly commendable. 

He made a memorable appearance in the first season of the podcast and has been a recurring guest ever since. Each episode featuring John is a treasure trove of advice, resources, and tips that resonate with both novice and experienced sailors alike.

Explore the episodes featuring John:

Expert interview: Selecting a good bluewater sailboat

What you need to know about sailboat insurance

State of the sailboat market and updates from the South Pacific

Sailing in Scotland and the North Atlantic Islands

Gio and Julie Cappelli bring a refreshing blend of expertise and inspiration to the liveaboard sailing community. As graduates of SVC’s Marine Maintenance Technology Program, they’ve transformed from students to seasoned sailors, covering an impressive 10,000 nautical miles just five months after purchasing their sailboat. These certified marine technicians and USCG 25-ton Masters captains share a wealth of experience for sailors seeking a fast track to cruising.

Julie and Gio have been an incredible source of inspiration and advice for me on my liveaboard journey, and they have shared their wealth of knowledge with fellow liveaboard dreamers on the podcast, too.

Dive into their podcast episode for not just practical insights for newer boat owners with big goals but also a captivating glimpse into the adventurous spirit that makes liveaboard sailing so enticing.

Ready to be inspired? Listen to Julie & Gio’s podcast episode here:

Successful start to cruising through practical preparation

There is a whole team of experts working behind the scenes at Mahina Offshore Services. See the full team here.