A fantastic conversation with Daphne D'Offay, Senior Charter Manager, Ocean Independence during perhaps one of the most exciting times in yacht charter history! If ever there were a time to discover or rediscover the extraordinary attributes of traveling, vacationing, working remotely, etc. in spectacular destinations such as the Caribbean, and one some of the most beautiful yachts, it is now!
As a senior charter manager with Ocean Independence, Daphne oversees charter marketing operations for the US managed charter fleet. Daphne spent six years as stewardess on a variety of charter and private yachts from 74’ - 160’ cruising U.S., Bahamas, Caribbean and Eastern Mediterranean waters before transferring ashore in 2004.
In 2009, she joined Ocean Independence and has been an active member of the International Yacht Broker’s Association (IYBA) Charter Professionals Committee for nine years, as well as appointed chairperson for the past five years.
The definitive freedom is relaxing on board a luxury yacht, enjoying the highest levels of comfort, service and personal attention – and crucially, complete privacy. At Ocean Independence, they offer you access to pleasure-seeking adventure and a means to escape, to travel the globe. Whether you board seeking a new thrill or with an ardour for the aquatic, you will inevitably return with a lifelong passion for yachting. One of the fastest-growing companies in the luxury-yachting sector, Ocean Independence has the largest crewed charter fleet in the world and provides a truly integrated service across sales, charter, management and build. OceanIndependence.com.
