Our Story

Our love for sailing started at a young age, growing up in Rostock, Germany, on the beautiful Baltic Sea. Our family moved to St. Clair Shores, Michigan, where we were surrounded by the Great Lakes – the largest freshwater system in the world. We enjoyed countless hours sailing, fishing and learning all there is to know about being on the water. We have now turned our passion and experience into a company that creates extraordinary events on hundreds of tall ships around the world.

Meet the founders

Walter Deeb

Walter Deeb

Founder

Email: walter@shipstays.com
Telephone: +1-248-837-9649

After 15 successful years in the automotive industry working for General Motors and Toyota, I realized my true passion lay elsewhere. I’ve always loved fishing so I moved to Hermosa Beach California and started a tech company that works with fishing rod and component companies to integrate innovative features into their products.

Launching Ship Stays to provide bookings for Tall Ships around the world has been super exciting. I’m lucky to be working with my brother, Steven, doing something we both love and watching it grow and succeed.

Steven Deeb

Steven Deeb

Founder

Email: steven@shipstays.com
Telephone: +49-176-473-13693

I hold a business degree from Wayne State University and have 15 years of experience in hospitality and sailing charters. I’ve held roles from 1st Mate to Food & Beverage Director, shaping my professional growth. My passion for sailing and hospitality expertise have been key to ShipStays success, and I look forward to continuing to innovate in the sailing industry.