Meet Rodi — one of the captains at Gabriel Watersports.

If you love adrenaline and crystal-clear water, you’ll want to meet Rodi, our captain! You can often find him in a picturesque bay in Cavtat, ready to take you on unforgettable adventures.

Rodi was born in Varna, Bulgaria. Growing up near the Black Sea, he dreamed of becoming a sailor. At 15, he got his first job thanks to a friend’s uncle. He managed water attractions and learned the ropes of customer service.

A few summers later, he started assisting on parasailing boats in Romania. The job gave him experience and confirmed his passion: he wanted to be a parasailing boat captain. Meeting new people every day and creating lasting friendships made the work unforgettable.

After the boat was sold to a Croatian company in Zadar, Rodi was invited to become its captain. That’s when his Croatian adventure began.

Rodi fell in love with Croatia instantly: the amazing locations, crystal-clear waters, delicious cuisine, and warm-hearted people captured his heart. Every day, he learned more about the country, its customs, and its culture. His skills improved, and soon the waves carried him to Dubrovnik, and finally to Cavtat.

In 2017, Rodi joined friends to create a successful watersports team. Together, they brought countless smiles, unforgettable moments, and thrilling adventures to guests. Today, Rodi’s dream has come true — he is a proud captain at Gabriel Watersports!

Special Contributions

In 2018, Rodi and colleagues founded the Parasailing Association Bulgaria, now part of the Professional Parasailing Association Europe. He handled translations and organized professional courses. Today, 90% of Bulgarian Black Sea parasailing captains have benefited from these programs, gaining confidence, knowledge, and safety skills.

Radostin Mavrodinov – Rodi

  • Captain Examiner/Instructor for Professional Parasailing Association Europe

  • Flyboard Instructor

  • CMAS Scuba Diver 2 Stars

  • Experienced electrician

alt="Beautiful red and white Gabriel Watersport parasail with a smiley face, flying over Cavtat Bay, captured from a drone above"

A beautiful red and white Gabriel Watersport parasail with a smiley face, captured from a drone flying over Cavtat Bay

 

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