Since the launch of Season 7 of Below Deck Mediterranean, some crew/cast members have changed. Next week’s episode will introduce a new stew named Elena Dubaich, who will replace Kyle Viljoen on the team. Kyle hurt his ankle after falling down the stairs in episode 17, as fans are well aware. During the show, he was seen on bed rest while the interior crew worked around the clock to serve the charter guests. Given the workload, head stew Natasha Webb made the tough decision to replace her BFF Kyle for the latest charter as the crew needed someone to take on his responsibilities.

Fortunately, Captain Sandy Yawn did not have to wait long for a replacement. Kyle’s departure was covered in episode 17, but the captain suggested they return. Meanwhile, Elena Dubaich will make her Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 debut as the second stew in episode 18.

Elena Dubaich previously worked as a massage therapist on superyachts.

Elena Dubaich is a newcomer joining Below Deck Mediterranean Season 7 after Kyle Viljoen injured his ankle. She’s going to work as a stew on the interior crew. Elena had worked as a superyacht massage therapist before joining Bravo. According to her profile on the network’s website, Elena aspired to pursue a job that would allow her to travel the world. As a result, she enrolled in a massage school and ended up working as a spa hostess on luxury cruise ships and yachts.

Elena’s bio on Bravo’s website reads:

“With an adventurous spirit, she set out to find a profession that would allow her to travel the world.” She attended massage school and discovered her true calling before continuing her education in London, Stockholm and Bangkok. She honed her skills on private luxury cruise lines, where she also taught yoga and meditation workshops before eventually becoming a spa manager.”

It goes on:

“She changed careers during the epidemic, working as a spa hostess on charter ships and private motor yachts.” Elena is excited to start her own massage school and teach students all over the world.”

Elena’s biography also indicates that she grew up in Slovenia and that her first job was as a translator, after obtaining a bachelor’s degree in English and Russian. She has a natural talent for acquiring new languages, which has helped her acquire different dialects while growing up in different Balkan countries.

Elena, according to her Instagram account (@thebalkanbiscuit), is a fitness fanatic who “relies on the natural flow of life,” as well as someone who loves to dress up and party — traits that fit well with the Benedendeck Mediterranean Season 7 group. .

When is the premiere date for Below Deck Mediterranean Season 7 Episode 18?

Below Deck Mediterranean Season 7 Episode 18 premieres on Bravo on Monday, November 7, 2022 at 8 p.m. ET. Elena will be seen for the first time in the upcoming episode. Stuck in the Griddle with You is the title of Episode 18, and the official recap is as follows:

“For the latest charter, a distinctive new crew member joins in, and the inside team struggles to teach her.” Two well-known NFL players belong to the founding group, one of whom has a specific meal requirement that causes Dave to scramble. Natasha and Natalya strive to repair fences. When one of the charter passengers loses a precious item, Courtney is pressured to help them with the impossible. Under unexpected circumstances, Natasha and Dave are forced to make a flashback.”

It will be the last charter for the crew members. Only time will tell if Elena can fill Kyle’s shoes or drown under the burden of work. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 7 premieres every Monday at 8 p.m. ET on Bravo.