Captain Jason Mackay

Born in South Africa and raised in Louisiana, Captain Jason Mackay has always been drawn to the water and the sense of freedom it brings. With an adventurous spirit and a deep respect for nature, Jason has built a life around exploration, community, and the sea. From spearfishing along the coasts of Mexico to navigating the crystal waters of the Caribbean, Jason’s journey has been defined by his passion for the ocean and the connections it inspires. Over the years, he has hosted more than 65 charters and welcomed over 600 guests aboard, earning a reputation for his calm leadership, professionalism, and genuine care for those in his charge. Now entering his fourth season in the Virgin Islands, Jason takes the helm of Dock Holiday as her captain—bringing together his love for the sea, his hands-on experience, and his dedication to creating unforgettable adventures under sail. Whether charting a course through hidden coves or sharing stories at anchor, Jason ensures every guest experiences the magic of life on the water.

Chef Ginger Perez

Ginger Michelle Perez grew up in California where she graduated from the Santa Monica College Film Program and continued her undergrad at the University of California Irvine (UCI). During her time at UCI, she learned to sail FJ's by joining the UCI sailing team and quickly worked her way up to skipper. Her culinary experience began after High School when she was hired as the cook on a ranch in the Eastern Sierra Mountains where she cooked for cowboys, guests and outfitted for trips that lasted up to a week in the backcountry where she had to pack in her the provisions on a mule train. Since then she has worked both front of house and back of house for many restaurants thus her service experience ranges from bar tending at high volume ski bars to cooking on superyachts. When she's not at sea, she enjoys country line dancing, salsa dancing, making short films, reading, skiing, running, and playing guitar.