PHOENIX BRONZE

Miljenko Lovrić

Croatia · Croatian, English, Italian

Professional Background: Miljenko Lovric, owner and captain, born in Dubrovnik, completed secondary maritime school at the University of Dubrovnik and holds a master's degree in naval engineering, with 7 years of experience on ocean-going merchant ships as a mate. He graduated in criminal sciences, served 20 years in the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and retired 11 years ago as the Head of the Criminal Investigation Department, now a retired Police General. Continuing his family tradition, his grandfather owned the largest wooden merchant sailing ship on the island of Mljet, Miljenko also became a captain and owner of his vessels. Vivere is his third gulet, acquired in 2020 when she was imported from Fethiye, Turkey. Personal Interests: The captain enjoys various hobbies, including working out, painting, sculpting, interior design, fishing, diving, hiking, and traveling.

Dean Rezić

Professional Background: The chef is an expert in Mediterranean cooking and has studied other European and Asian cuisines as well. He has decades of experience as a chef from several restaurants and small cruise ships in Croatia. Personal Interests: In his leisure time, the chef is an automotive enthusiast who unwinds by engaging in sports such as soccer, where he plays goalkeeper and skydiving. He also enjoys listening to music and singing karaoke.

Ante Lovrić

Croatia · Croatian, English, German, French, Spanish

Professional Background: The chief steward brings years of experience working on passenger ships, particularly cruise liners. He spent 5 years in the USA as a room service/reception manager in prestigious hotels and led the Brooklin restaurant in Seattle. Furthermore, he has experience in organizing travel tours across the Far East, Africa, Australia, and Europe. Personal Interests: His hobbies include traveling, watching movies, hiking, reading books, appreciating art, singing, and entertaining.

Mauro Lovrić

Croatia · Croatian, English, Italian, Japanese

Professional Background: The first mate, Mauro, is the owner's son. He completed Maritime School and graduated in design. He is working on yachts since 2015 and holds a license as a yacht captain for vessels up to 100 GT. Personal Interests: His hobbies include traveling, exploring the history and culture of Japan, going to the gym, hiking, and reading books.