About Cerulean Sea Charters

Dylan Nicklin

Your Captain

Dylan’s love for the ocean began with surfing while growing up in Southern California, and deepened in 2021 when he discovered sailing. This passion led him to leave his white-collar career and embrace life aboard his first vessel, Ella Rose. By 2022, he was living nomadically, exploring the Channel Islands and refining his maritime skills. In 2023, while working Harbor Patrol in Two Harbors, Catalina, he realized his true calling was sharing the joy of sailing with others. With over 400 days at sea, he returned to land in September 2024 to earn his U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s License and launched Cerulean Sea Charters, turning his dream into reality.

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A Brief History

Mom & Dad

Sailing in the Nicklin family began long ago. Dylan's father David, an Englishman from Newcastle, learned to sail at a young age. In the late 70's David met an American girl (Patricia) on a boat crossing the North Sea. After she returned home to the US, David wrote Patricia letters almost every day. In 1979 they were married and moved to Newport Beach, California. Here they lived on several sailboats, and even ran a small yacht chartering business. Today, Dylan is carrying on that legacy with Cerulean Sea Yacht Charters.

Cerulean

Cerulean, a 45-foot French-made vessel, is designed for ocean crossings and renowned for its blend of luxury, performance, and seaworthiness. Since her launch in 2007, she has sailed to destinations like French Polynesia and traversed the Panama Canal, proving her capability for adventure. With spacious accommodations for up to 6 guests, including two private staterooms, a cozy saloon, and a swim step, she offers the perfect balance of performance and comfort for cruising the waters of Southern California.