LA VIDELLE

Captain: Matteo Liberotti

Description:

Co-owner and Captain, Matteo Liberotti, has been sailing between the Mediterranean and the Americas for the past 25 years with over 200,000 nautical miles of experience. His knowledge of the Mediterranean and the sailing routes of the Caribbean and the East Coast are extensive. His passion for the sea ranges from sailing to kite surfing to diving (both SCUBA and freediving). He started working as a kite surf instructor in his early twenties and has continued this instruction aboard for his guests ever since. Matteo fishes and spear fishes for fresh fish to enjoy aboard. Being a SSI/PADI Dive Expert he can accompany certified divers on underwater excursions as well. As Captain, Matteo takes care of every aspect of the sailing experience and makes sure that La Videlle always runs and sails smoothly. As owner, Matteo ensures clients have the best possible experience and end up sharing his love for sailing and the sea.

Chef / Hostess: Jade Lam

Description:

Your co-Owner, Jade was born and raised in Hawaii. Having grown up in and around the ocean, Jade has enjoyed surfing, diving, fishing and other outdoor activities one can experience only in Hawaii. After receiving her BA in Communications in the US, Jade moved to Rome, Italy where she studied art, interior design and cooking. She has made her home in Italy for the past 25 years and raised two amazing daughters. For the past 18 years she has built an import business and has operated and owned two home design boutiques in Rome. This business has taken her around the world sourcing, designing and manufacturing beautiful, unique and artisanal furnishings. Recently, selling her interest in her shops, she is now owner, crew and chef on La Videlle. You will see her attention to authenticity, beauty and quality in the interiors, as well as in her cooking. Jade has avidly and passionately studied the culinary arts since studying at her first cooking school at the age 12!

Deck Hand: Marco Brosco

Marco Brosco

Marco Brosco, age 20, joined the La Videlle family summer 2023. He is a certified lifeguard, has worked as a sail instructor and has played professional waterpolo.

He is currently enrolled in university and pursuing a degree in physical education. Marco has recently returned from a study abroad experience in San Francisco, USA where he honed his English and coached junior waterpolo. While on summer break he is an energetic and capable sailor aboard La Videlle.

Marco’s sunny personality and easy-going personality make him a wonderful onboard companion and a pleasure to have as a crew-member.