Articles

  • 2 weeks ago | majorcadailybulletin.com | Erica Lay

    The yachting industry, with its fast-paced, high-stakes nature, presents unique challenges for crew members. From tight deadlines and demanding guests to the pressure of maintaining a pristine vessel, stress is often an inevitable part of daily life at sea. The constant hustle, coupled with long hours and high expectations, can take a toll on mental and physical well-being.

  • 4 weeks ago | majorcadailybulletin.com | Erica Lay

    There’s no topic more polarizing on local social media groups than the lycra clad contingent who grace our roads all year round, but especially, right now in springtime. They’re even more abundant on weekends, as local cycling groups answer the wild call of their brethren and join them to inundate our roads en masse. As someone who lives in the countryside, I’m used to this.

  • 1 month ago | majorcadailybulletin.com | Erica Lay

    The yachting industry is often associated with luxury, world travel, and high-end clientele—elements that make it an attractive career choice for many. However, behind the polished image of sun-soaked decks and glamorous parties lies a reality that can be emotionally challenging.

  • 1 month ago | majorcadailybulletin.com | Erica Lay

    Each week Erica Lay, owner of EL CREW CO International Yacht Crew Agency talks to a crew member to learn a little more about our local yachting community. For more info on any of our stars featured here, you can contact Erica directly on [email protected] Today I’m speaking with Polish Chief Stew and Purser, Alex Kopertowska. She’s currently in the South of France looking for her next role on a 50m+ vessel. What’s your background before yachting?

  • 1 month ago | majorcadailybulletin.com | Erica Lay

    The fabulous 91m vessel, 'Nahlin', who’s frequently been spotted in Mallorcan waters over the years. | R.L. For those of you who read my column, firstly thank you – secondly, you may have noticed I have a bit of a nerdy streak, and a bit of a passion (slash, obsession) with yachts which have a backstory. If there’s anything new and exciting such as ground breaking technology – I’m in. If they started out life as a different vessel and were reborn – yep I’m in again.