A genial host and knowledgeable guide as well as a professional captain, John Spenlinhauer looks forward to welcoming you aboard TIVOLI.

John is a lifelong yachtsman, having first learned to sail as a boy on the waters surrounding Cape Cod. He went on to own a succession of classic sailboats, including a beautiful 71-foot wooden Sangermani yawl which he captained many times from Maine to the Caribbean and back.

When the time came to plan for even more extended, long-distance cruising, he decided to have an oceangoing expedition motor yacht built. The luxurious and sea-kindly TIVOLI is the result of his determination to create a vessel that is ideal both for making offshore passages and for visiting the harbors of the world in complete comfort.

John is not only a fully qualified captain – he holds a U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s License – he also has exceptional experience in cruising the entire Caribbean, the Eastern and Western Mediterranean, and the U.S. East Coast.

Having been involved in yacht chartering for three decades, he has spent many years exploring the very best places to cruise and can take you to delightful little-known anchorages as well as all of the must-visit destinations. He also knows his way around ashore, and will be happy to tell you about special out-of-the-way places when you are planning your sightseeing.

A graduate of Boston College, John enjoyed a successful career in the printing industry and for many years owned, with his brother, one of the largest web offset printers in the U.S.

John stands ready to do everything he can to see that your cruise aboard TIVOLI is one of your most memorable vacations. It will be his distinct pleasure to share with you his enthusiasm for traveling by sea and the always-fresh excitement of discovering new ports of call.

Corey Marion, Chef

Corey was born in St. Louis, MO, where he attended a three year culinary school, graduating with an Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts.  He went on to work in various hotels, fine dining restaurants and country clubs throughout St. Louis before moving to Charleston, SC to continue his career in upscale dining. 

Corey left his prestigious job in a four star, five diamond hotel and restaurant to pursue his passion for cooking in a new setting.  He has taken to the yachting world like an old salt and enjoys catering to your desires, concentrating his ingenuity on developing the perfect menu for your party.  Corey is proficient in a variety of styles, with a particular love of Asian cuisine.  He is flexible and inventive, easily incorporating your preferences and local delicacies to create masterpieces in TIVOLI's gourmet galley.

Margaret Conway, Stewardess

Growing up between Brooklyn, New York and Brooklin, Maine, Margaret
appreciates extremes: both the high-paced cosmopolitan thrills of the city and

the quiet solitude of the coast.  She learned to sail on open pulling boats with Outward Bound, cultivating her love for the sea in Boston Harbor, the Hudson River and exploring the dazzling Maine coast with her family.

Margaret's love of travel took her to France during her junior year at Mount Holyoke College.  She returned to complete a degree in French, never imagining that it would have a terribly practical use.  Now she benefits from her language skills in the French islands of the Caribbean from St. Barth's to Martinique.

After earning her liberal arts degree, Margaret returned to her love of the sea as delivery crew to the Caribbean working in different capacities on a host of boats.  She has been onboard TIVOLI since December 2007 and brings a great enthusiasm for the sea with her.  Her warm and friendly attitude will make you feel at home on TIVOLI and she looks forward to welcoming you aboard.

Justin Tully, 1st Mate, Engineer

Capable, dependable, confident, and considerate, you'll find Justin will become your go-to guy while you enjoy the many comforts onboard.  He oversees the smooth operation of everything Tivoli, employing his innate understanding of systems operation and physical repairs as well as attention to customer care.

Justin grew up in Wells, Maine and has lived and travelled throughout the
United States.  Since October, 2007 he has been putting in maximum energy to see to it that all things Tivoli run perfectly, including the care and consistency with which he tends to the needs of every guest.  Not only does Justin love his job, but he will see to it that you love your experience aboard TIVOLI as well.

Adam Sauve, 2nd Mate

Originally from Shirley, Massachusetts, Adam has lived and worked around the
country.  He brings skills in construction to TIVOLI and helps keep everything running smoothly. Talented with languages, Adam is proficient in Spanish and Japanese.  He is well-traveled and loves to explore new places. 

While keeping TIVOLI running well and looking good, Adam will help make your vacation as relaxing or as exciting as you can imagine, either facilitating water sports and shore adventures or catering to your needs on the boat.