Born and raised in Croatia, Ivan’s connection to the sea began at an early age. His father introduced him to sailing on the family’s small sailboat, where he spent countless summers exploring the coastline. When they weren’t sailing, Ivan could often be found fishing alongside his grandfather on his small fishing boat, developing a lifelong appreciation for the ocean.

Years later, after spending a week sailing through the Croatian islands, Ivan rediscovered that passion and realized life on the water was exactly where he wanted to be. Following university, he immersed himself in competitive sailing, racing in regattas before turning his passion into a full-time career as a professional skipper.

For Ivan, sailing is much more than navigating from one destination to another, it’s about meeting people from all over the world, exploring incredible places, and creating experiences that guests will remember long after their vacation ends. Calm, approachable, and always happy to share his knowledge, he enjoys helping guests feel at home on board, whether they’re looking to learn the basics of sailing, discover beautiful anchorages, or simply relax and enjoy life at sea.