Meet the Crew. 

We’ve sailed a lot of ocean miles to end up here—hosting unforgettable adventures in the Exumas, a place that blends natural beauty with a laid-back, salty rhythm we love to share.

Jason Decker

Jason’s path to the Exumas started with world-class racing and a half-circumnavigation—and hasn’t slowed down much since. His sailing experience spans decades and tens of thousands of miles: racing J/24s, crewing offshore deliveries, and eventually sailing Tahina from Panama to New Zealand before buying her with Lara and founding Ocean Adventure Cat to turn their favorite kind of days into a full-time way of life.

He’s a PADI instructor (though not currently teaching), lifelong sailor, kiteboarder, and morning paddleboard enthusiast—and he still thinks a calm anchorage at sunrise is one of the best things on earth.

Jason is also a yacht broker with The Multihull Company, a role that dovetails naturally with our work at Ocean Adventure Cat. We spend our days helping guests fall in love with life aboard—and for those ready to take the leap into cruising themselves, Jason offers the seasoned perspective and honest advice that make all the difference when choosing the right boat for your plans, your lifestyle, and your budget.

Lara Ortiz

Lara is the creative force behind the galley, the logistics, and the personalized touches that make each charter feel like it was made just for you. With a past corporate career in travel and hospitality and 30,000+ nautical miles under her belt, she’s also the one making sure your itinerary suits your style—and that your cravings are met with something fresh, fun, and just a little indulgent.

Raised in South Florida with an ocean-loving dad, she’s been snorkeling, paddling, and boat-hopping since she could walk. These days, she brings that lifelong love of the water to every part of the trip planning process—from your first email to your last sunset on board.

Together, we’ve been sailing and racing since 2004—and married since 2014. Hosting charters aboard Tahina isn’t just what we do. It’s the way we live.