Meet Luna's Crew — Captain Rico & Chef/Stew Marisol

Rico and Marisol come to Luna from opposite ends of the Atlantic, joined by the same instinct: the best days are spent on, in, or somewhere very close to the sea.

Originally from South Africa, Rico grew up on the water, and that early connection turned into a professional yachting career that has taken him across the Atlantic and throughout the Caribbean. A commercially endorsed RYA Yachtmaster, he has extensive experience running sailing catamarans in both private and luxury charter settings. He builds personalized itineraries, knows the anchorages and hidden corners worth the detour, and keeps the balance between adventure and rest exactly where guests want it — with safety and seamanship handled quietly in the background.

Marisol is from Mexico and just as happy in the water as on it. A passionate freediver, she has worked as both stewardess and chef aboard private and charter yachts, with culinary training spanning Mexico and The Bahamas. Her cooking runs fresh, colorful, and unapologetically Mexican when the mood calls for it, and her real signature is the thoughtful detail — the small things guests remember long after the trip.

Between charters you'll find them both underwater, on a new watersport, or walking a beach that isn't on any chart. Approachable, energetic, and hands-on, they run a relaxed boat and a high standard at the same time.

Marisol Carrillo

Chef/Stew

Mexican

Languages: English, Spanish

Originally from Mexico, Marisol is happiest when life revolves around the ocean. A passionate freediver and water lover, she brings a warm, creative energy onboard and loves making every trip feel special.

 

With experience as both a stewardess and chef aboard private and charter yachts, she enjoys creating beautiful meals, thoughtful little details, and memorable experiences for guests. Her culinary training spans Mexico and The Bahamas, with a particular love for fresh, colorful food and, of course, Mexican flavors.

 

When she’s not in the galley, you’ll probably find her underwater, trying a new watersport, exploring a hidden beach, or capturing the adventure behind a camera. For Marisol, the best days are the ones spent on, in, or somewhere very close to the sea.

Rico van Rooyen

Captain

South African

Languages: English, Afrikans

Originally from South Africa, Rico has had a passion for boating and life on the water from a young age. That early connection naturally developed into a professional yachting career, taking him across the Atlantic and throughout the Caribbean, where he has built extensive experience operating sailing catamarans in both private and luxury charter environments.

 

As a commercially endorsed RYA yachtmaster, Captain Rico believes the best experiences come from finding the right balance between adventure, relaxation and exceptional service. He enjoys creating personalized itineraries, introducing guests to the Caribbean’s best anchorages and hidden spots, and making every trip feel effortless while maintaining a strong focus on safety and professionalism behind the scenes.

 

Approachable, energetic and naturally hands-on, Rico enjoys diving, watersports and exploring the islands whenever he is on the water. He takes pride in creating a relaxed atmosphere onboard while ensuring the yacht, crew and guest experience are always maintained to a high standard.