Lagoon Seventy 7 • ADRIATIC DRAGON

English, Croatian, Italian

Born in the historic city of Dubrovnik, renowned for its rich maritime heritage, Niko has always been deeply inspired by the sea. Growing up near a local marina, he developed a passion for boats from an early age, learning about them as soon as he could walk. For six years, Niko was an active member of the Neptun Rowing Club, competing in numerous national and international regattas with notable success, eventually becoming a member of the national team. Niko is also a proud Canadian resident, blending his Croatian heritage with a global outlook shaped by diverse international experiences. Highly motivated, hardworking, and reliable, he is recognized for his adaptability and his ability to excel in dynamic, ever-changing environments. A strong communicator across all age groups, he possesses excellent leadership skills. With more than 36 years of experience across the Croatian Navy, Merchant Navy, and yacht industry, Niko has sailed all the world's oceans and navigated most seas, demonstrating an unwavering dedication to self-discipline, professionalism, and a strong work ethic. He has been the captain of Adriatic Dragon since 2020.

Tihomir grew up in Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia. He attended an art high school and later pursued studies to become a graphic designer. Despite his education and career in the arts, Tihomir's true passion for food was always at the forefront, influenced by his family’s love for gourmet cuisine and their exceptional cooking skills. After 13 years working in the art scene, he applied for MasterChef Croatia, where he reached the final week. From that moment on, his life became entirely centered around cooking. Tihomir has since launched several successful projects, opened restaurants, organized food festivals, filmed food-related TV shows, and worked as a private chef aboard yachts and in private homes. When he's not aboard a yacht, Tihomir organizes a variety of food events, consults for restaurants, and develops new seasonal menus. He also continues to expand his knowledge in the field of gastronomy while providing private cooking services for clients. In addition to his culinary pursuits, Tihomir manages an art studio with his team, where they create new paintings, prepare exhibitions, and work on upcoming projects. In his downtime, he indulges his passions for photography and travel, constantly seeking new inspiration and experiences.

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German, en_us, Croatian, Italian

Sonja grew up on the island of Cres in Croatia, surrounded by the sea and island life. She started sailing at a young age, and the sea naturally became one of the most important parts of her life. While studying, Sonja began working in nautical tourism, and what first started as seasonal work soon became a career she naturally chose to follow. Her background as a hostess, deckhand and skipper, together with experience in event management and team coordination, gives her a well-rounded understanding of the rhythm on board. Her experience in hospitality and guest care allows her to help create a warm and comfortable atmosphere for every charter. Calm, organized and attentive, Sonja enjoys taking care of the details that help guests feel relaxed, welcomed and well looked after, allowing them to fully unwind and enjoy their time at sea. Skills / Expertise / Languages: · Yacht hostess with experience as a deckhand and skipper, focused on guest care and hospitality · Food & beverage service, cabin preparation, interior upkeep and guest comfort · Organized, adaptable and attentive to detail · Assisting with daily yacht operations and sailing · Yacht Master A 100GT · STCW Basic Safety Training · Fluent in Croatian and English; basic Italian and German Personal interests: When she's not working on yachts, Sonja enjoys travelling, discovering new places and spending time in nature. She also enjoys cooking, exploring different world flavours and sharing the warmth of local cuisine. In her free time, she likes yoga, reading, creative handmade work, good films, music and relaxed moments with friends.