Meet your passionate Maxie Sailing Crew
If you’re searching for a one-of-a-kind private experience in Curacao, look no further than Maxie Sailing. Proudly owned and built by us - Norbert and Hilde, your dedicated and certified crew. We have been living happily together for many years, both in the Netherlands and now in Curacao.
We created Maxie Sailing to give travelers like yourself a complete private, comfortable and personal way to explore Curacao's breathtaking waters. No crowds. No rushed itineraries. Just pure relaxation, beautiful scenery and friendly, hospitable service.
We believe the best memories are made when you feel relaxed, cared for and free to enjoy the moment. That's why we built every tour around comfort, quality, calm bays, culinary food and personalization.
Your perfect day on the water starts here.
For a unique vacation a private boat charter offers endless benefits. Personalization ensures each trip to be hassle-free and meeting your desires - whether celebrating a romantic anniversary at sunset or enjoying a calm family snorkeling tour.
Additionally, privacy is paramount to enjoy quality time with your loved ones without the crowds and noise of larger boats. And with exclusive access to top-notch amenities and services, an exclusive tour with just you and the crew offers luxury and comfort at its finest.
But perhaps the biggest benefit of all is to have an experienced crew at your disposal. At Maxie Sailing we are more then dedicated to make your trip an exceptional one. So sit back, relax - and let us, as professionals, handle it all.
Norbert & Hilde - long story short
Hilde Marguérite | Founder Maxie Sailing & Art of Life Coaching
'Years ago, Norbert and I embarked on a life-changing journey when we moved from the Netherlands to the beautiful island of Curacao. Today, we built and run two thriving businesses, Maxie Sailing - private boat charter Curacao - and Art of Life Coaching. At Maxie, we organize exclusive, private boat trips and retreats on our own 48ft yacht. At Art of Life Coaching, I offer personal coaching services myself, specializing in life purpose, mental health and transformative processes.
My background is in tourism and leisure management. Over the years, I have curated exquisite wines, facilitated entrepreneurial networks and studied professional coaching and modern applied psychology. I love to integrate all these areas of expertise and hospitality aboard our yacht. Join us for a beautiful tour or retreat, I can’t wait to meet you!'
Norbert | Founder Maxie Sailing, Captain & Boatmaster
I am your certified Captain aboard our cherished Galaxie. With seven years of experience sailing the globe with the Dutch Navy, I proudly consider myself a true 'veteran'. During my service in the Caribbean, I was stationed in Curacao. After my military career, I ventured into the wine industry, graduated from the Academy of Gastronomy and became a WSET Winemaster. This expertise is why we always offer exceptional wines on board.
When Hilde and I decided to make an international move, Curacao was our choice. Here, we established our businesses and I earned my Boatmaster degree at all three levels. We purchased the 'Lady Galaxie' to fully embrace the boating lifestyle - and I take great pride in having renovated her entirely by myself. What a rewarding project and incredible transformation that has been. So, welcome aboard! Let's share our passion and stories with you.
