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Meet ‘Home,’ the Sleek 164-Foot Superyacht That Starred in ‘Below Deck’

The 164-footer was not only the backdrop for the reality series but also has hybrid propulsion and a "50 shades of white" interior., julia zaltzman, julia zaltzman's most recent stories.

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The 164-foot motor yacht Home was Heesen’s first hybrid yacht when it delivered in 2017. It was also the first yacht to combine hybrid propulsion with a Fast Displacement Hull Shape (FDHF), which is proven to outperform conventional hull forms at all speeds. Built in lightweight aluminum, Home delivers 48 percent more fuel efficiency than other yachts of the same size.

Another perk of the hybrid propulsion package is reduced noise and vibration. Sensory expert Barry Smith, founder of the Centre for the Study of the Senses, discovered that the enjoyment of fine dining and wine while cruising in electric mode is significantly enhanced.

“Our research has shown that the brain’s processing of taste is affected by noise, which reduces the tongue’s ability to detect salt, sweet and sour,” says Smith. “The beauty of Home is the ability to run at a sound of around 46 decibels—the sound level of softly falling rain—enabling those on board to enjoy food and drink with no diminution of taste.”

Home began as a speculation build by the shipyard, before the American owner stepped in to the project. The initial interior was not to his liking, so he engaged Italian designer Cristiano Gatto to rework the design. He mandated simplicity, rather than minimalism. He also requested decor inspired by his residences, reflecting their contemporary Ibiza style. One perfect example: The slinky metal chaise lounge in the main salon by Italian designer Franco Poli.

Here are 10 facts about one of the world’s first hybrid yachts.

Star of the Med

Home ’s fortune took a sharp turn in 2022 when it became the star of the seventh season of Below Deck Mediterranean . Filmed in Malta, the reality series followed its crew over an eight-week charter season, with Captain Sandy Yawn at the helm. Unlike most yachts on Below Deck, Home retained its real name on screen. It was the first diesel-electric motor yacht to appear on the show, and in typical style, the producers added a dancing pole to the sundeck to spice up the onboard antics.

50 Shades of White

Home takes the trend for neutral interiors to a whole new level. Alongside a color palette of black and gray with pops of deep red, the yacht features 50 shades of white, from off-white to ivory. The original owner mandated an interior that gave him a “home away from home”—hence the yacht’s name. Low-slung sofas and bespoke loose furniture create a relaxed and welcoming beach club ambience. The vessel’s teak flooring and full-height glass windows blur the distinction between inside and out.

Party Lounge

One of Heesen’s signature areas is an upper-deck sky lounge. Home ’s casual bean bags, daybeds, and stark-white bar with LED strip lighting provide a natural extension to the alfresco dining terrace. When the doors to the aft deck are shut and the furniture removed, a mirror ball and a smoke machine are added turning the area into a dedicated party room for nighttime use.

A Dreamier Shade of Pale

Full-height windows in the full-beam, main deck owner’s suite bounce natural light off the paler-than-pale color scheme. The off-white bed, rug, walls, and ceiling are offset with a sky-blue bed throw. There is a dressing room, an en suite with shower and a private office. There’s also a full-beam VIP cabin on the lower deck, as well as two double cabins and two twin cabins to accommodate 12 guests, including families.

Moody Sundeck

Home ’s sundeck is the hub of the boat. There are sun lounges forward with privacy glass safety screens to shelter guests from sea spray and wind. Beneath the hardtop bimini is a large sit-up bar and lounge area, which also doubles as an outdoor dining area. The bar lights up in soft pastel shades at night to bring the party atmosphere. Aft is a Jacuzzi, while a projector and a screen set-up transform the deck into an outdoor cinema.

On the Nose

The yacht is easily spotted on the horizon, thanks to its distinctive plumb bow. The vertical front increases Home ’s waterline length, helping it to slice through waves and lift in rougher water. It guarantees a smoother and faster ride for guests, as well as creating more room on the interior for crew accommodations. For a more immersive journey, a telescopic seat on the foredeck rises from the bow for 360-degree views.

Sea Terrace

A central staircase on the main deck aft leads down to an oversized swim platform that doubles as a sea-level sun lounge. With plenty of room for daybeds and sunrise yoga sessions, it’s the perfect waterside hang out.

The Athletic Club

The lower-deck gym is a full-beam, air-conditioned space for guests to sweat it out. It’s kitted out with a range of equipment, including a workout bench, Techno Gym dumbbells, an exercise bike, and a rowing machine. When guests are done with their workout, they’re just a few steps from the sea for the ultimate plunge to cool off.

The Electric Package

The twin 805 hp MTU engines (smaller than those typically fitted on a yacht of this size) can be operated in four different cruising modes: hybrid (with noise levels in the owner’s stateroom measuring as low as 46 decibels), economic, cruising (consuming as little as 12 gallons per hour at 9 knots), and boost, which pushes the boat to a top speed of 16.8 knots.

Fast, Efficient Hull

At the time of launch, Home was the first yacht to combine the super efficiency of an FDHF hull, designed by Van Oosenan Naval Architects, with hybrid propulsion. The combination was celebrated with a RINA green award presented by HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco.

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Yes, You Can Really Charter Below Deck Med ’s New Superyacht, Home

Renting or buying Season 7’s new vessel won’t come cheap though.

When Captain Sandy Yawn and her all-new crew set sail on Below Deck Mediterranean Season 7, they’ll be in uncharted territory aboard a new superyacht, Home . While cruising the pristine waters of Malta, Captain Sandy was working for the first time on the 163-foot motor yacht, which Bravo described as a “complex hybrid vessel” that the Below Deck Med vet found to be “more unpredictable to navigate.” As the show’s Season 7 trailer previewed, Home won’t make it through the charters entirely unscathed either: In one clip, Captain Sandy laments that she hit something for the first time in her career, while another scene teases a potential “crashing” incident.

Rest assured that there weren’t any serious accidents because Home is currently available for charter in the Caribbean region at a cost ranging from $245,000 to $273,000 per week , depending on the season. Meanwhile, Home — the first diesel-electric motor yacht to appear on Below Deck — is also listed for sale with an asking price of just over $30.8 million. Per the listings, the superyacht, which Dutch shipyard Heesen built in 2017, sleeps up to 12 guests in six cabins and features contemporary, “Ibiza-style” decor. Among Home ’s many amenities are a large sun deck, jacuzzi, swim platform, air-conditioned gym, and sky lounge.

Home also sleeps up to 10 crew members. In Below Deck Med Season 7 , that includes Captain Sandy, returning Season 6 deckhand Mzi “Zee” Dempers, and newcomers: chief stew Natasha Webb, chef Dave White, bosun Raygan Tyler, stews Natalya Scudder and Kyle Viljoen, and deckhands Storm Smith and Jason Gaskell. Following her involvement in Hannah Ferrier’s mid-Season 5 firing, Malia White cited a scooter accident and pending exams — not fan backlash — as her reasons for not returning for Season 7. (“It’s not that I might never come back to the show,” Malia told Showbiz Cheat Sheet in May. “I’m just not on the next season.”)

Season 7’s “new boat with new department heads” might bring Captain Sandy some challenges during her “first time ever in Malta,” but she’s naturally ready to face them all head-on. The network also told viewers to expect “outrageous costumes, wild nights out, and some major inter-departmental drama,” which “doesn’t even cover what the charter guests are going to bring in the new season.”

As always, expect plenty of romance at sea, too. As Bravo’s first look teased, “boatmances” will be a major topic of conversation this season, including flirtations between Natalya and Storm, as well as several questions about the true nature of Natasha and Dave’s relationship. There could even be a fling between a crew member and a charter guest, too. Though Bravo is premiering the series on July 11, Peacock subscribers can access new Below Deck Med Season 7 episodes a week early beginning July 4.

Fans can also experience Home for themselves off-screen — but it will cost way more than their monthly cable bills.

Below Deck Mediterranean season 7: release date, cast, trailer and everything we know about the reality series

It’s time for Captain Sandy to sail back onto TV screens.

With Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 3 wrapping up, Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 comes just in time for those that like their reality TV drama on the Seven Seas. 

This new season will be similar to longtime fans of the show in that Captain Sandy is again at the helm of the ship leading both guests and crew. However, what will be different this go-around is actually most of the crew. The unfamiliar faces are sure to add a refreshing twist on the now reality classic. 

However, one shouldn’t forget that no Below Deck crew is without its hint of chaos, regardless of who is working. Viewers can expect Captain Sandy’s new bunch to certainly have their fair share of lover spats and work disagreements, all while trying to balance the personalities of some unforgettable yachting guests. 

Here’s everything we know about Below Deck Mediterranean season 7.  

When is the Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 release date?  

Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 premieres with a supersized episode on Monday, July 11, at 8 pm ET/PT. The episode becomes available the next day over on Peacock . Speaking of Peacock, the streaming giant is offering subscribers early access to the premiere episode beginning on Monday, July 4. 

Below Deck fans in the UK should be able to access the new season on Peacock via both Sky TV and NOW.  

Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 premise 

Bravo describes the new season of Below Deck Mediterranean as the following: 

"Captain Sandy brings 163-foot motor yacht 'Home' to the pristine waters of Malta, one of the smallest and most historic archipelagos in the world. Different than previous charter seasons, Sandy is working with a complex hybrid vessel making it more unpredictable to navigate. To ensure smooth sailing this year, Sandy brings on a trio of new department heads, but when surprising friction in the galley intensifies between the Chief Stew and Chef, who came onto the boat as colleagues and friends, tension permeates through the entire boat. 

"Meanwhile, the deck team faces an uphill battle when one crew member is unable to adapt to the high demands of Mediterranean super-yachting, forcing others to pick up the slack. From difficult charter guests to roller-coaster ‘boatmances’ and challenges with hierarchy on board, these yachties go to unthinkable lengths to survive the charter season."

Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 cast  

There are only two familiar faces returning to the new season of Below Deck Mediterranean . One of those happens to be Mzi "Zee" Dempers. The deckhand was quick to become a fan favorite during season 6. 

The other cast member back for another yacht season is of course, Captain Sandy Yawn. What would this series be without Captain Sandy leading the crew and appeasing the charter guests? With over three decades in the industry and going on six seasons on Below Deck Mediterranean , she has done a phenomenal job at earning the respect of her yachting peers and the adoration of Bravo fans.  

Joining Dempers and Captain Sandy this season are Chief Stew Natasha Webb, Chef Dave White, Bosun Raygan Tyler, Stews Natalya Scudder and Kyle Viljoen and Deckhands Storm Smith and Jason Gaskell.

Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 trailer 

After watching the trailer, we aren’t sure whether to be more enamored with the various romantic pairings this season or the fact the yacht appears to take a few hits on the open waters. Take a look for yourself.  

By the way, now that fans of the Below Deck universe have managed to get a real sense of Captain Jason from Below Deck Down Under after his first season, we can’t but wonder who tends to be more entertaining when laying down the law, him, Captain Lee from Below Deck or Captain Sandy from Below Deck Mediterranean . Captain Lee for sure makes it crystal clear when he’s had enough of the antics from the crew or from guests. On the other hand, seeing Captain Sandy take someone to task, especially guests, is slightly more comical. What do you think? 

Check out the video below to get a friendly reminder of some of their most memorable confrontations. 

How to watch Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 

Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 airs live on Bravo in the US on Mondays. For those that have cut the cord to traditional cable/satellite television, Bravo is available on live TV streaming services such as Fubo TV , Hulu with Live TV , Sling TV and YouTube TV . Additionally, Peacock provides next-day streaming of each episode for premium subscribers. 

UK fans can also watch Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 on Peacock with a subscription to Sky TV or NOW.  

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How To Book The 'Below Deck Mediterranean' Yacht, Because Everyone Needs A Luxury Vacation

If you aren't yet familiar with Below Deck Mediterranean or its predecessor, Below Deck , then you probably have close to no idea how glamorous yacht life is. But if you have been a fan of the Bravo series, and caught the Below Deck Mediterranean series premiere, then you're probably wondering, can you book a trip on Below Deck Mediterranean ? If you've got a couple hundred thousand dollars sitting around, then yes, you can absolutely book a trip on the Ionian Princess of Below Deck Mediterranean .

Much like the series before it, Below Deck Mediterranean will feature the sort of drama fans have come to love and expect from not only Bravo but Below Deck itself. Some of the only differences this time around are the location, which will find us enjoying the insane sights of Greece and since it's in European waters, we can also expect to have the sort of cast and crew made up of all sorts of cultures, ethnicities, and accents. A melting pot at the sea, if you will.

The trailer for the first season of the new series features all sorts of dramatics already, from the crew getting in fights (surprising) to passenger/steward relations (also super surprising. Only, you know, not). Naturally, though, the experience on Below Deck Mediterranean looks like a nonstop party and who doesn't want to be a part of that? So, how do you charter the yacht from Below Deck and what does it even entail? Should you find yourself wanting to be in thick of all of that drama, then here we go.

How Much Does It Cost?

As to be expected, in order to charter the Ionian Princess for a week at a time, it costs a pretty penny . If you are looking to have it for a week in the winter, it's going to run you around $140,087, and should you prefer to take a trip for a week in the summer, costs start at $163,501. For one week.

How Can You Book The Yacht?

Believe it or not, in order to rent a yacht, there is a lot more to it than calling the owner and giving them your credit card info. A vacation rental in Myrtle Beach this is not. Instead, you're looking at speaking to a yacht broker in order to have a middle man of sorts to speak to the owner and crew of the yacht you're looking to charter. Think of them as a travel agent , but kind of on a higher level.

How To Ensure A Spot On The Actual Show

What's that? You want to take a 3-4 day trip on a luxury yacht around the Mediterranean Sea and also appear on a hit Bravo reality show? Yeah, I know. But you don't need to be a millionaire to get to take a trip on the Ionian Princess in this instance. Bravo actually casts for guests specifically , so it has nothing to do with paying to charter the yacht yourself. For a chance to be on Below Deck Mediterranean and get a spot on the Ionian Princess, all you need to do is send your name, phone number, location, picture, and some reasons why you want to go on the yacht to [email protected]. So yeah, you have to somehow come up with why you want to take an awesome luxury yacht trip.

Below Deck Mediterranean season 9: Chef Jono's performance sends Capt. Sandy "looking for a backup"

T he Below Deck Mediterranean crew has hosted multiple primary guests and celebrities on their yacht and has never failed to impress them. This time, however, when Captain Sandy invited a 17-time grand slam doubles champion for a fine dining experience, she was disappointed.

Chef Jonathan served cold eggs and a "deconstructed sponge cake" to the main guest, Gigi Fernandez, who complained to Sandy about the menu. For lunch, Jono served seared tender chicken breasts in a coconut lemon sauce which she wasn't too impressed by either.

On Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 episode 4, chef Jono had one more chance to prove his capabilities by preparing an amazing dinner but Sandy was already looking for another chef to take charge.

During her confessional interview, Sandy revealed she was looking for someone to replace Chef Jonathan due to Gigi's complaints. Other guests weren't too delighted to see the food he served either. Sandy said:

"The entire meal was subpar. I'm gonna get through this charter, and when the guests get off, I'm gonna have a very real conversation with Johnathan … But I am definitely looking for a backup."

Below Deck Mediterranean , season 9 episode 4 was exclusively released on Bravo TV on June 24, 2024. The episode synopsis states the following:

Tensions escalate as the deck team leaps into action to salvage a chaotic beach picnic; The chef finds himself in hot water when charter guests complain to Capt. Sandy before disembarking; Romance begins to blossom between more than two crew members."

Captain Sandy was disappointed in Chef Jono on Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 episode 4

On Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 episode 4, Captain Sandy decided to join other guests for their final meal. Jono was under more pressure to prove he deserved to be on that super yacht.

Meanwhile Captain Sandy was already reconsidering firing Jono but she didn't as they were "mid charter" and previously chef Jonathan had served amazing food . Jono was ready to showcase his cooking abilities, and said:

"Being a self-taught chef, if someone asks me to make something and I've never made it before, I'm gonna make it. But if I make a mistake and the captain picks up on that mistake, your job is at risk."

However, things didn't go as the Below Deck Mediterranean cast member expected. Captain Sandy was disappointed once again with the food service and menu.

When the chief guest, Gigi Fernandez, asked Chef Jonathan what the gazpacho appetizer's recipe was, Jono replied that he googled it and it was "someone's grandma's recipe." This answer disappointed Sandy further, and she told the cameras that's not how one should talk to the guests. Sandy stated:

"When a client asks, 'What's your recipe?' Maybe in the future, don't say, 'Some grandma's recipe.' Just say it's a secret recipe. You don't want them to know you Googled it and it's someone else's."

The upcoming episode 5, titled Caught between a Dock and a Heart Place , is set to release on July 1, 2024. Episode 5 will reveal whether Chef Jono exceeds Captain Sandy's expectations or if he will be replaced by a new chef.

Stream Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 every week exclusively on Bravo TV on Mondays at 9/8c and the next day on Peacock TV.

The Traitors winner Trishelle Cannatella to appear on Below Deck Med: Here’s when to tune in

Below Deck Med Season 9 will soon feature a familiar face when Trishelle Cannatella makes her debut on the hit yachting show.

Hot on the heels of Below Deck charter guest Gigi Fernandez making her Below Deck Med debut, Trishelle comes aboard the Mustique yacht.

Trishelle and C.T. are both known for their time on The Challenge and their recent win in The Traitors.

Now, Trishelle’s trading in competitions for the good life on a luxury yacht with some of her friends.

We first saw a glimpse of Trishelle in the Below Deck Med Season 9 trailer but now we know when her charter takes place.

When will The Traitors winner Trishelle Cannatella appear on Below Deck Med?

The next on preview gave Below Deck Med their first glimpse of Trishelle. Yes her charter kicks off on Monday July 1 and wraps up on Monday July 9. Fun fact, Trishelle isn’t even the primary but rather just a friend along for the fun ride.

Based on the footage, Chef Johnathan “Jono” Shillingford once again doesn’t impress with his cooking skills. Trishelle isn’t featured too much in the video, but we are certain she will get ample screen time.

Then again, Below Deck Med Season 9 was filmed before her big The Traitors win, so maybe she won’t be on-screen as much as we think.

Trishelle Cannatella from The Challenge teases Below Deck Med Season 9 stint

Once the Season 9 trailer dropped, Trishelle took to Instagram to share several pictures from her time in her Below Deck Med charter.

“It’s true yall! Last summer before I left for Traitors, a group of us chartered @captainsandrayawn yacht for season 9 of Below Deck Med and let me tell you, I have no clue how they are going to condense this trip in just an episode or 2 😂,” she began her message.

The reality TV star gave mad props to the entire crew without sharing any spoilers. When she wrote the caption, Trishelle wasn’t sure when her episodes would air, but now we do.

She ended the caption with a shout-out to Aesha Scott, who got engaged this spring.

“Also congratulations to everyone’s favorite chief stew @aesha_jean on her engagement! Every one of us completely fell in love with her and she made our trip so special and perfect. We couldn’t be happier for you! 🤩,” Trishelle expressed.

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It will be interesting to see Trishelle in a completely different environment than we have seen her before on The Challenge and The Traitors.

Who’s excited to see Trishelle on the hit yachting show?

As Monsters and Critics previously reported, Below Deck Med spoilers tease Trishelle’s charter comes just after Bri Muller and Joe Bradley hook up in the hot tub.

In other Below Deck Meds, Chef Jono has spoken out after his disastrous charter with Gigi and friends, and you can read all about it here.

Below Deck Med airs Mondays at 9/8c on Bravo. Seasons 1-9 are streaming on Peacock.

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Below Deck Med’s Captain Sandy Worries About ‘Catastrophic’ Charter After Aesha Goes to the Hospital (Exclusive)

Below Deck Mediterranean ‘s Captain Sandy Yawn isn’t sure she can pull off a successful charter without her chief stew, Aesha Scott .

In Us Weekly ‘s exclusive clip from the Monday, July 1, episode of the Bravo show, Aesha reveals to Sandy that she needs medical treatment.

“I just wanted to show you my thumb. In my experience, when it forms a line like that it is usually a sign of infection,” Aesha says about her injury, which occurred the previous night after she accidentally cut herself. “And it feels like there’s still some glass in there.

Sandy suggests that Aesha go to a hospital , adding, “Maybe we just send you ashore and get the glass cut out, get it wrapped and come back.”

Related: Below Deck Mediterranean’s Biggest Drama Through the Years

In a confessional, Sandy admits she’s more worried than she’s letting on.

“If Aesha develops an infection and I can’t have her work the charter, it would be catastrophic for me,” she says. “The deck team is still finding their feet and we haven’t had the greatest last charter with the chef. I don’t need my interior to fall apart.”

Aesha also questions whether she would be able to make it back in time, saying, “I’m very worried about missing guest arrival. We are getting guests on in three hours. There is not much time to go to a Greek hospital, get it looked at and get back to the boat.”

Before Aesha’s injury, the chief stew and Sandy were working well together while filming season 9 of Below Deck Mediterranean . Aesha originally joined the show during season 4 and worked as a second stew under Hannah Ferrier ’s reign. She became the chief stew alongside Captain Jason Chambers on Below Deck Down Under for the first two seasons of the spinoff before returning to her Below Deck Med roots.

Aesha recently opened up about why she had some anxiety when it came to returning to Below Deck Med .

Related: A Guide to Below Deck's Chief Stews: From Kate Chastain to Hannah Ferrier

“Oh my gosh, it was so special. It was very nerve-wracking just because I put so much pressure on myself to impress her,” she exclusively told Us earlier this month. “Because I worked with her as a second stew then I went away.”

While reflecting on the season, Aesha recalled her attempts to prove herself to Sandy.

“I felt like I grew into a woman. And as I said on the first episode [of season 9], it felt like I was coming home,” she continued. “I just respect her so, so much. I put a lot of pressure on myself — but I am really proud of what I did and I feel like I did a good job.”

Aesha gushed about how her friendship with Sandy was able to evolve off screen.

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“It did [grow] in such a beautiful way. When I first worked for her as a second stew, it was very much like a captain and stew relationship. Then after the show when she got together with [her now-wife] Leah [Shafer] , who was based in Denver and we were in Breckenridge, we ended up seeing them more as friends,” Aesha, who is currently engaged to Scott “Scotty” Dobson, told Us. “Because we’d go up and have dinner and hang out and then coming back to work for her, it was just this very beautiful friendship.”

She concluded: “We were very professional together. But there were these moments where I’d sneak into the bridge and I’d show her a meme or something. I love that we have a little giggle and we just kind of grew this bond where we really relied on each other a lot.”

Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 airs on Bravo Mondays at 9 p.m. ET. New episodes stream the next day on Peacock.

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How to charter a Below Deck superyacht

Want to know how much it would cost to charter one of the luxury superyachts featured on US hit TV series Below Deck ? We take a look inside Below Deck ’s famous superyachts that you can charter for yourself, and find out what they have to offer charter guests on board.

Northern Sun

The star yacht of Below Deck Down Under season two, the 50.8-metre Northern Sun (originally delivered as Hokko Maru ) has lived a full and fascinating life. She was the largest yacht built by Narasaki Shipbuilding at the time and worked as an ice-class research vessel, analysing marine life and ocean currents in the North Japan Sea. As a result, she has the hardy constitution of an explorer, transformed from ship to superyacht under the stewardship of her new owners.

Northern Sun’s main deck is now dedicated entirely to entertainment, from the al fresco dining area to the main saloon with its piano and games table. Other leisure highlights include gym equipment, a dedicated library on the lower deck and an outdoor Jacuzzi, surrounded by sun pads and lounge beds. The owners’ addition of a forward seating area during her refit allows for versatile recreation, whether the mood calls for cocktail parties or quiet, waterside contemplation. 

Accommodation is for up to 12 guests across six cabins, with rich, warm interiors that feature natural materials such as narra and makore wood (commonly known as cherry mahogany). The ex-explorer also – naturally – has impressive stowing capacity. She's able to carry two Laser sailboats, scuba-diving equipment, a waterski and a two-deck-high inflatable water slide, with the broker describing her as a "family-orientated" vessel. 

Charter cost: Northern Sun is managed for charter by Ocean Independence with a weekly charter rate starting from $161,700.

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60 metre Benetti motor yacht St David is the star of the tenth season of Below Deck, returning to the Caribbean with beloved Captain Lee. A finalist at the 2009 World Superyacht Awards , St David is a full-custom yacht with both interior and exterior design by British studio Winch Design .

She has made appearances at a number of high-profile events such as the Cannes Film Festival and has been spotted at various locations around the world including the Seychelles, Red Sea and Abu Dhabi. Accommodation is for 12 guests in six cabins, with a split-level master suite that lets in plenty of light.

A palatial theme characterises St David ’s social spaces, with features including a generous skylounge and a spiral staircase that leads through all three decks and is lit by a skylight in the spa pool of the sun deck. Elsewhere, St David has expansive water toy facilities and storage, including scuba dive gear, a new 7.2m tender, new Waverunners, and an electric foiling surfboard.

Charter cost: St David is managed by Morley Yachts with a weekly charter rate starting from €325,000.

The star of Below Deck Mediterranean season seven, 49.8 metre Home is the first “green” superyacht to appear on the show. Featuring a ground-breaking combination of a super-efficient Fast Displacement Hull Form by Van Oossanen Naval Architects with power provided by a hybrid propulsion system, Home boasts reduced emissions and fuel costs for the eco-conscious charter guest.

Defined by a distinctive vertical bow and large expanses of glass, Home was penned by Omega Architects and launched by Heesen in 2017. Her interiors, designed by Cristiano Gatto in a modern “Ibiza style”, can accommodate up to 12 guests in six cabins including a full-beam master cabin with a dedicated dressing room and a private office. There is also room for nine members of Below Deck crew on board, including Captain Sandy who has returned to the helm for the seventh season while Home is cruising the coasts of Malta .

The main socialising spot is up on the sundeck, complete with a Jacuzzi and sit-up bar, a shaded lounge and protection from the elements provided by glass screens. Closer to the water, a beach club with an air-conditioned gym is situated next to the swimming platform from which guests can launch the water toys including SeaBobs, Hoverboards, E-foils, Jet Skis and a Flyboard. Home also carries gear for scuba diving, waterskiing and wakesurfing for guests to make the most of their time on board.

Charter cost: Home is managed for charter by Burgess with a weekly charter rate starting from $245,000.

Sailing under her own name around the South Pacific islands of French Polynesia on Below Deck’s sixth series, the 56.4 metre My Seanna (now Starship ) was built by Delta Marine in 2000 and refitted in 2014. The Glade-Johnson designed superyacht reappeared again for season eight, where she was filmed cruising in Antigua. She is now starring in the latest season of the show, season nine, following her recent sale .

Key features include an open air Jacuzzi surrounded by an al fresco drinks bar, a gym, a sauna room, a helipad and a spacious beach club complete with a lounge, flatscreen TV and a small galley for preparing snacks or drinks. Her opulent interiors can accommodate up to 12 guests and 11 crew and even offer a home cinema and piano for entertaining in the main saloon. There are multiple toys carried on board as well, including gear for diving and spearfishing, Seabobs and equipment for underwater filming.

“The thing that I really love about My Seanna is the spacious cabins” says Worth Avenue retail charter broker, Shannon McCoy, who has appeared on episodes of Below Deck . She describes My Seanna as a “well-appointed yacht with a good collection of toys for the guests to enjoy,” offering an excellent layout with a variety of spaces that allows charterers “to have breakfast in a different place every morning or enjoy dinner whether it's outside under the sun or in the formal dining area.”

Charter cost: Starship is managed for charter by Worldwide Boat with a weekly charter rate starting from $275,000.

Lady Michelle

Sailing under her real name, Lady Michelle was the star of the sixth series of Below Deck Mediterranean , which was the latest series from the Med spin off. The 54.8 metre Benetti superyacht is the second biggest yacht ever to feature on the show, following just behind the 56.2 metre motor yacht The Wellington from season five. During season six Lady Michelle hosted charter guests in Ibenik, Croatia with Captain Sandy behind the helm.

First delivered in 2003, Lady Michelle features accommodation for up to 14 guests including a split-level master suite with its own panoramic observation lounge. Her Stefano Natucci interiors offer indoor and al fresco dining spaces, an expansive sundeck with a hot tub and dedicated gym. There’s also a range of toys at the guests’ disposal, from Jet Skis and Seabobs to fishing gear and a waterslide.

Charter cost: Lady Michelle is managed by Burgess with a weekly charter rate starting from $325,000.

The Wellington

Actually named The Wellesley , this 56.2 metre Oceanco superyacht is owned by property magnate and hotelier Khalid Affara and named after his luxury art deco hotel in London. Delivered in 1993, The Wellesley features extended deck spaces and Donald Starkey -penned interiors that replicate the grandeur of the eponymous Knightsbridge hotel. Highlights on board include a waterfall jacuzzi, an outdoor cinema for movies under the stars and a unique private club-style lounge complete with a Winston Churchill inspired cigar room. 

Describing why she makes an excellent charter yacht, James Graham-Cloete, director of charter management from TWW Yachts , says that The Wellesley is “ideal for entertaining family and friends, or hosting corporate events in utter privacy,” thanks to the fact that she “boasts some of the largest open deck spaces of any 56 metre on the water.” Graham-Cloete also adds that, on The Wellesley , “guests are invited to experience the same exceptional personal service, fine dining and attention to detail that has become synonymous with the hotel, on board a private superyacht,” while being looking after by her 14 crew members. “The crew have one of the lowest turnover rates in the industry and one of the best charter records, along with a full-time masseuse on board- making her the ultimate charter yacht!” says Graham-Cloete.

Charter cost: The Wellesley is managed by TWW Yachts with a weekly charter rate starting from €230,000.

Talisman Maiton

Built in 2006 by Turquoise Yachts , with a refit in 2012, the 54.2 metre Talisman Maiton sailed the coasts of Italy in the third series of Below Deck Mediterranean and was also captained by Sandy Yawn. Key features include a generous open plan sun deck with a forward-facing Jacuzzi and bar, al fresco dining spaces and a gym. Inside, she features six individually styled cabins for her 12 guests – including a master suite with its own private office – complemented by a sumptuous interior inspired by a combination of Asian and Art Deco influences. Her toy box is filled with snorkelling and fishing gear, Jet Skis and more for guests to enjoy while on board.

Charter cost: Talisman Maiton is managed by Burgess with a weekly charter rate starting from €273,000.

The 47 metre Heesen -built superyacht Sirocco took centre stage in both the second and fourth series of Below Deck Mediterranean and introduced captain Sandy Yawn, who has become a returning cast member on the show. Launched in 2006 with a refit in 2013, Sirocco features a dark blue hull and was designed inside and out by Omega Architects . She accommodates up to 12 guests and nine crew and offers charterers an eight person Jacuzzi, a gym, plenty of al fresco entertainment areas and a well-stocked toy box comprising Jet Skis, a waterslide and gear for wakeboarding or waterskiing. Worth Avenue retail charter broker Shannon McCoy describes Sirocco as a “very, very popular charter yacht” and with her fleet of water toys and pedigree Heesen design, provides “an excellent platform for a great time at sea.”

Charter cost: Sirocco is managed for charter by Worth Avenue with a weekly charter rate starting from €195,000.

Ionian Princess

Appropriately named for the first season of Below Deck Mediterranean , which was set in Greece, the 45.7 metre Christensen -built yacht was captained by Mark Howard during filming. Launched in 2005 and last refitted in 2016, Ionian Princess features a luxurious Greek-style inspired interior finished with high-gloss sapelle mahogany joinery and custom in-laid stonework throughout. Ionian Princess can host up to 12 guests in six cabins, including two master cabins, and also boasts plentiful dining options and a sundeck equipped with a hot tub and sunpads. She also comes with a fleet of water toys from waterskiing and wakeboarding kit to Jet Skis and kayaks. Thanks to her shallow draft, she can also access hard-to-reach hidden gems in the Mediterranean Sea that other larger yachts aren’t able to. “ Ionian Princess is ideally suited for cruising the Mediterranean, which is the most sought-after region for summer yacht charters,” says her management team at charter brokers Northrop & Johnson.

Charter cost: Ionian Princess is managed by Northrop & Johnson with a weekly charter rate starting from $175,000.

Parsifal III

Parsifal III has been the star of the sailing yacht spin off of Below Deck , captained by Glenn Shephard during filming. The 54 metre Perini Navi was launched in 2005 and was designed by Rémi Tessier . She was most recently refitted in 2020, and offers accommodation for a total of 12 guests and nine crew. Her design has seen her scoop a number of World Superyacht Awards and provides her with excellent performance capabilities at sea; when the weather is on your side, Parsifal III can hit speeds of up to 18 knots under sail. While at anchor, there is still plenty to keep guests entertained with a variety of al fresco and indoor dining spaces, a flybridge hot tub, gym equipment, a swimming platform and a fully-stocked toybox.

Charter cost: Parsifal III is managed for charter by Camper & Nicholsons with a weekly charter rate starting from €195,000.

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The Big Picture

• Chef Jono on Below Deck Mediterranean is struggling with high guest expectations and food quality.
• Celebrity charter with tennis legend Gigi Fernandez tests Chef Jono, serving chicken in Greece.
• Captain Sandy may have to make a tough decision about Chef Jono's future aboard the Mustique.

It's only the season's second charter, and certain crew members aboard motor yacht Mustique are already on thin ice. But do they even realize it? Season 9 of Below Deck Mediterranean is setting sail in the stunning locale of Greece. With five-star views, the charter guests expect five-star service, whether it's in terms of excursions or cuisine. These extravagant getaways have high expectations, especially at such a high cost! But there is someone on the ship and reality series who's not quite living up to expectations. And it's the one-man galley machine, Chef Jono Shillingford . Easily one of the coolest personalities to grace the screens, he's not quite nailing his job . Is it time to give him the sack or will Captain Sandy Yawn let another disappointed charter guest cause her to make a change?

Now in its triumphant ninth season, Below Deck Mediterranean is back to showcase the highs and lows of the yachtie lifestyle. Led by long-time star Captain Sandy Yawn, this season has welcomed back the jovial spirit and always incredible Aesha Scott . Following her time working in the Med, Aesha is back with Captain Sandy, this time as the Chief Stew. With an almost entirely new crew, Captain Sandy and the staff of Mustique have endured some self-inflicted blunders . And it's only two charters in!

Below Deck Mediterranean

In a luxury charter yacht traveling across the Mediterranean, crew members face both the challenges of managing upscale guest expectations and the complexities of their own interrelationships. Each episode highlights the high-octane world of yachting where exceptional service standards meet personal drama and adventure.

Chef Jono Shillingford Shows That Great People Don't Always Make Great Yacht Chefs

When it comes to multi-season arcs for chefs on Below Deck , it's not as frequent as one might think. There have been long-tenured individuals like Chef Ben Robinson and Chef Rachel Hargrove , but for the most part, many chefs in the Below Deck Cinematic Universe spend a season on board and move onto their next project. This season, Below Deck Mediterranean has a fresh face on its crew. Chef Johnathan "Jono" Shillingford is a wonderful and charismatic character. He's shared that he has a boyfriend, making him the first queer chef in the franchise . When he first met his superior, he informed her that he was a culinary architect. By telling Captain Sandy that his training is in architecture, he builds his food. Not like children playing with theirs, he constructs breathtaking images through culinary arts. On paper, it's an amazing and enticing skill everyone can't wait to see. But it's not necessarily practical on board a megayacht of this caliber. Yet his confidence in the kitchen has proven that this art will be useful. Eventually. When the time is right. But with his track record thus far, he might not have the opportunity to showcase his skills.

'Below Deck Mediterranean's First Charter Had an Obvious MVP

The charter guests started to whine when they didn’t get their wine!

During the first charter of the season, Chef Jono didn't receive all the necessary provisions he requested. He didn't get the quality of seafood required for the dishes he had planned. He managed to make the meals work. But the first set of charter guests were mostly concerned about their late-night snacks. Perhaps the provision kerfuffle made him to forget the requests from the 20-something Brits because he did not prepare any late-night snacks, causing stew Elena Dubaich to wake him up for assistance. Well, as viewers know, that did not go well, and he refused. Of course, Captain Sandy stated that you never wake up the chef. Meanwhile, the likes of Captain Lee Rosbach and Chief Stew Aesha Scott have stated that they agreed with Elie's decision. Following the divided opinions, Captain Sandy, Chef Jono, and Aesha all agreed that next time, he would prepare paninis for the late night stew to offer as a late night munchy. The only thing is, when will they ever have guests like the Brits who clearly state late night snacks on their preference sheet? Certainly not the next set of guests!

For the second charter of the season, a celebrity and her friends boarded Mustique. Grand Slam champion and tennis legend Gigi Fernandez and her friends were set to test the crew. This is not the first time Gigi and her friends have appeared on a Bravo yacht series. She first appeared during Season 10 of Below Deck when Captain Sandy temporarily replaced Captain Lee when he was experiencing nerve problems. As Captain Sandy blatantly stated, she met her as a guest and they then became friends. Captain Sandy loves her famous friends! Knowing her friend's expectations were going to be high, she wanted her experience to be perfect. So much so that she participated in the service experience with the stews. Well, everything was going swimmingly, except for that one guest who drifted a bit too far on the paddle board. So, when the dinner service arrived, the stews did their part, but Chef Jono? Not so much.

He served them chicken...in Greece. Color the guests unimpressed! Gigi and her friends expected fine dining, but they got chicken. Cut to breakfast. When Gigi got her inedible cold eggs, she ran to her friend to discuss her displeasure. And knowing Captain Sandy will always throw her crew under the bus over her famous friends, she's likely to let Captain Jono have it. When Gigi and her friends compared and name-dropped that their meal was not like Chef Rachel's, viewers knew trouble was brewing.

Being a Yacht Chef Is Not Always Easy

Maybe Chef Jono needs to be given the benefit of the doubt. Each new job is a learning curve. But with high expectations comes qualified individuals who can adjust on a whim and meet the needs of the guests paying for their services. But Chef Jono has had two charters against him already. Panini-gate is completely on him. Chicken is completely on him. The eggs? Well, maybe he's not entirely at fault. He was told that the guests wanted an 8:30am breakfast. He prepared for such. But they didn't arrive until an hour later. So he served them what he already prepared. But Chef Jono, who can eat cold eggs? This was a situation where a backup plan was necessary . Perhaps when the stews alerted him that the guests were seated for breakfast, he could cook up the eggs. They're not the hardest dish to prepare. There was an easy solution to salvage the situation. While the first group of charter guests did praise Chef Jono for his food, this group is more likely to hinder the tip at the end because of their displeasure with the food.

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Below Deck has had some incredible chefs throughout the various series. And others, well, they were a disaster. Nothing will ever beat the homophobic pathological liar Mila Kolomeitseva of Below Deck Med Season 4. Chef Kiko Lorran on Below Deck Med Season 5 and Chef Anthony Iracane of Below Deck Season 11 were both sweet and amazing people, but their culinary skills did not match the high-speed world of yachting. So they were both let go. Chef Jono seems like one of the most spectacular humans to hang out with and have a drink with, but his display thus far on Below Deck Med is causing viewers to question his ability in this specific industry. Knowing that Captain Sandy was willing to rightly switch to a new provisioner for the rest of the charter season, she might be trigger-happy to let Chef Jono go in favor of someone who could live up to her standard. And you can't necessarily blame her should she go in that direction. But she does owe it to him to alert him about his struggles and give him the opportunity to fix it. If he fails again, at least everyone is on the same page!

Chef Jono is easily someone you want to cheer on, even if you don't always agree with his stance on certain situations. But when thousands and thousands of dollars are being spent on a once-in-a-lifetime experience, charter guests have the right to complain if their food is not up to snuff. No captain ever wants to fire their staff, but viewers are quite familiar that Captain Sandy is more than willing to make a change if it means the charter season will be improved. Good luck Chef Jono! We're hoping you can change courses quickly!

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In a new preview for Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9, Episode 5 (you can watch it above!), Aesha approaches Captain Sandy Yawn to show her an injured finger. "In my experience, when it forms a line like that, it's usually a sign of infection. And it feels like there's still some glass in there," she explains to her boss as a video of the recent incident plays. In case you missed it, during the last charter, Aesha cut her finger on a broken martini glass.

"Maybe we just send you ashore, get the glass cut out, and get it wrapped," replies the captain, who adds in a confessional interview that if Aesha develops an infection and can't work the next charter, it would be "catastrophic." Then, she lists the exact reasons why.

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Captain Sandy Yawn Doesn't Want to Work a Charter Without Aesha Scott

Aesha is beloved by Captain Sandy for plenty of reasons, one of which is her professionalism.

"The deck team is still finding their feet. We haven't had the greatest last charter with the chef . I don't need my interior to fall apart," Captain Sandy explains while discussing how she doesn't want Aesha to be down for the count.

Aesha Scott Reveals the Surprising Reason “It Was Scary” to Work with Sandy Again

With that being said, before she leaves the boat, Aesha goes and touches base with her stewardesses.

"If I'm not back in time, [we'll need] welcome drinks, towels," she tells Elena Dubaic h and Bri Muller .

In a confessional, she adds that she's very worried about missing the next batch of guests' arrival. "We're getting guests on in three hours," Aesha says. "There's not much time to go to a Greek hospital, get it looked at, and get back to the boat."

Will she make it back? Watch the latest episode of  Below Deck Mediterranean  on Monday, July 1 at 9/8c to find out.

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VIDEO: Below Deck Mediterranean Season 4 yacht & destination revealed

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By Editorial Team   18 April 2019

It has been revealed that Below Deck Mediterranean Season 4 has been filmed around the glittering cruising grounds of the South of France , with the 47m/154ft superyacht SIROCCO playing host to the season 4 crew and guests.

Hitting our screens on June 3, Below Deck Mediterranean is making its triumphant return for season 4, and this time we can expect Captain Sandy Yawn and her crew to be exploring the billionaire’s playground of the French Riviera .

The home port for season 4 has been identified as Vieux Port Golfe Juane, which sits in between the glitzy yachting marina of Antibes and Cannes. This prime situation means there will be a number of excellent locations on the itinerary for season 4; take a look at a South of France yacht charter itinerary for more information.

Which yacht will be starring in Season 4 of Below Deck Mediterranean?

Superyacht SIROCCO will be starring in season 4 of Below Deck Mediterranean. She is a returning favourite of the show, having starred in season 2, when the crew headed to Croatia. The Heesen-built motor yacht has a variety of alluring features, including an 8-person jacuzzi, exotic interiors and a multimedia entertainment room.

If you'd like to view a complete run-down of Below Deck yachts, their real names and how much it costs to rent them , you can head over to our article. We even have the scoop on the brand new series 'Below Deck Sailing Vessel '.

Which crew members are starring in Below Deck Mediterranean season 4?

As well as a returning superyacht, season 4 of Below Deck Mediterranean will also see plenty of familiar faces in the crew. An original fixture since season one, Chief Stewardess Hannah Ferrier will be back again to head up the interior crew, under the guidance of Captain Sandy Yawn at the helm. Below her, Colin Macy-O’Toole and freshly-promoted bosun Joao Franco will be striving to ensure smooth sailing.

Two new deckhands will be joining them; Travis Michalzik and Jack Stirrup are making their television debuts on the show, and Bravo TV has hinted that both of them could be at the centre of drama during season 4.

Adding to the interior crew, Hannah will be joined by experienced second stew Aesha Scott and third stew Anastasia Surmava. The three seemed to enjoy a budding friendship, over the course of filming, with Scott posting a picture of them laughing under the sun in Antibes.

Marking a first for the Below Deck franchise, Mila Kolomeitseva will be the first female chef in Below Deck’s history. The experienced chef boasts Cordon Bleau training from Paris, so she should be right at home in the French Riviera setting; but she has her work cut out for her after suffering from a bout of food poisoning before the first charter.

View this post on Instagram Filming this show was easily the most fun thing I’ve ever done!! SO excited for that first episode to air and laugh as everyone rips the shit out of me. I’d say these two probably managed everything a bit more gracefully than I did 😂 A post shared by Aesha Jean (@aesha_jean) on Apr 16, 2019 at 7:18pm PDT

Could Chef Ben be back?

Social media was sent into a frenzy when a picture was posted showing Chef Ben Robinson hanging out with the crew of Below Deck Mediterranean season 4 in a restaurant in Nice. While the Below Deck yachties have been known to meet up during filming, fans were quick to point out that Chef Mila did not appear to be present at the table. This would not be the first time Ben has swooped in mid-way through a charter season to help out- after Chef Leon was sent packing in Below Deck season 3, it was Ben who stepped in to save the day.

If you're counting down the days until the original Below Deck is back, check out our article, which tells you the destination and the yacht which will feature in Below Deck season 7 .

Where was Below Deck Mediterranean Season 4 filmed?

Below Deck Mediterranean season 4 was filmed around the South of France’s Cote d’Azur. As mentioned above, the home port has been identified as Vieux Port Golfe Juane, which is located in close proximity to the buzzing bars and nightclubs of Antibes. The yachties will have plenty of opportunities to let loose at the end of every charter.

On the shores of Antibes, the crew can expect to find picturesque squares filled with lively cafes, boutique shops and authentic ice-cream parlours. Off the coast, the waters of Antibes are crystal-clear, creating the perfect opportunity to drop anchor and enjoy some watersports.

The historic city of Cannes, home to the iconic Cannes Film Festival, will be one of the destinations on the yacht’s itinerary. As well as some great beaches, the romantic city is also home to cobbled streets, ornate Belle Epoque architecture and fantastic waterfront restaurants.

One of the most iconic destinations in the South of France, St Tropez is a superyacht playground. The once-humble fishing village is now a happening hotspot, with a vibrant shopping scene, relaxing beach clubs and wild entertainment line-up in the evenings.

The land of luxury and a certified superyacht hub, Monaco is awash with glitz and glamour. When the F1 Monaco Grand Prix comes to town, the pint-sized principality is transformed into a hive of celebrities and F1 legends.  The region is equally alluring at other times of the year, with plenty of designer fashion houses, world-class restaurants and the casino of Monte-Carlo to keep guests happy.

Ile Saint Marguerite

Set adrift from the mainland, Ile Saint Marguerite is a lovely little island covered in pine forests, with plenty of charming beaches located here and on the neighbouring Ile St Honorat. Guests exploring this island chain, known as Les Lerins, can expect to see the legendary cell of the 'Man with the Iron Mask' or dine at an ancient monastery, where the monks make their own honey, wine and lavender oil.

Nice and the surrounding coastlines offer up some of the most blissful beaches in the region, all of which are backed by palm trees swaying in the mind. The beautiful city is brimming with examples of classic French architecture, with warm stone houses, elaborate fountains and plenty of bars and nightclubs.

Calanque de Saint Barthelemy

This beautiful, secluded beach can almost exclusively only be accessed by boat and superyachts who know about this secret hideaway can drop anchor off the coast and let their charter guests take a tender in. It’s an excellent site for a beach picnic, thanks to the wide expanse of beach lapped by crystalline water.

If you'd like to know about yacht charters in France , please reach out to your preferred yacht charter broker .

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• Bri Muller gets blocked by Elena Dubaich on Instagram following the drama on Below Deck Mediterranean season 9.
• Bri's rivalry with Ellie intensifies as both have feelings for Joe Bradley, affecting their job performance.
• As their feud continues, Bri's inexperience and mistakes make her more likely to be fired than Ellie.

Bri Muller has revealed that a Below Deck Mediterranean co-star has blocked her on Instagram. The 24-year-old stew has only three years of experience in the yachting industry. Despite this, Captain Sandy Yawn had allowed her to be on the yacht in the hopes that she would be a great asset to the team. Unfortunately, Bri has yet to prove her skills . In recent episodes, the Port Elizabeth resident has caused a lot of drama on the yacht, including failing at laundry and getting involved in a love triangle with Lead Deckhand Joe Bradley and Second Stew Elena "Ellie" Dubaich.

Bri recently appeared on Watch What Happens Live and answered a series of rapid fire questions. Andy Cohen asked, "on a scale from cringe to hot hot hot, how would you rate Ellie’s sultry Instagram page?" Bri replied, "well, I am blocked from that so I wouldn’t know."

This response shocked Andy, Deckhand Gael Cameron, and the audience. Andy then asked, "what’s one thing Ellie has that you don’t, that might make her more appealing to Joe than you?" Bri responded, "fake boobs," causing Andy to gasp and the audience to burst into laughter.

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Does Bri Muller Deserve To Be Blocked By Elena Dubaich?

Bri's actions may have unknowingly caused problems for ellie.

Bri is straightforward with her words. She called out Ellie for being "fake," suggesting that she's irritated by her. It's possible that Bri and Ellie had a heated argument behind the scenes, leading them to be triggered by each other. Besides, there must be a valid reason for Ellie blocking Bri . Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 viewers will see how Bri and Ellie's professional relationship changes in upcoming episodes, particularly with the added complexity of their romantic connection with Joe. Currently, their social media posts don't reveal why Ellie may have blocked Bri.

Bri and Ellie's rivalry is about to become much more interesting. Both of them have feelings for Joe, so it's inevitable that one of them will end up disappointed.

Since Ellie has blocked Bri, it appears that Bri has defeated Ellie by being the first to sleep with the lead deckhand . This defeat has probably damaged Ellie's pride, resulting in a serious conflict between the two. In an earlier episode, the second stew confidently stated that she could get any man she desired. Therefore, it must have been humiliating for her to lose out to her junior.

Bri and Ellie's feud won't end well. Both of them are too fixated on Joe, and this obsession is becoming increasingly obvious with each passing episode. If they continue to concentrate too heavily on the lead deckhand, it could affect their job performance. Their love triangle might even result in Captain Sandy dismissing one of them from the yacht. As of episode 4, Bri is more likely to be fired than Ellie . The third stew is relatively inexperienced and has already made a few errors. Her next mistake could be her final one on Below Deck Mediterranean season 9.

Below Deck Mediterranean airs Mondays at 9 pm EDT on Bravo.

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Below Deck Mediterranean is a Bravo reality television series that follows a crew that works aboard a gigantic superyacht during the busy season. The show highlights the challenges of the crew as they serve their high-end clientele. Each season tackles new locations, such as Greece, Croatia, Italy, and France, with some repeating.