Welcome to the
'Mess Deck'
A Nautical term for the part of a ship for crew members to relax, sleep and eat
This is our project for 'Friendship'
For both serving and former SERVING Marines
By Marines for Marines
The author is a former Royal Marine Commando and member of both the
Royal Marines Association & the United States marine Corps league
The Marines Club is TO BE based in the algarve, portugal
The "Mess Deck" is a term instantly understood by every generation of Marine. It represents camaraderie, shared experience, and absolute trust. We have adopted this concept to establish a premier international network where active-duty personnel, veterans, and their families can gather in the Algarve to unwind and renew the unique bonds of their service.
We believe elite camaraderie should not come with administrative burdens. Membership is entirely free, requiring no home addresses or invasive personal data—just a verified email address.
Afloat or ashore, operational security is paramount. We act as a protective screen between all parties, ensuring no member data is ever disclosed without formal, written email authorization. This secure framework is backed by decades of experience via our direct integration with the Optimus Security Services group.
The Mess Deck creates an enduring, worldwide bond of friendship. It offers a premium, year-round destination to reconnect with your peers, or a trusted environment where your family can find community and total peace of mind while you are away.
Please note that we have NO current 'official' link or status with any RMA branch; other than personal membership.
We believe elite camaraderie should not come with administrative burdens. Membership is entirely free, requiring no home addresses or invasive personal data—just a verified email address.
Afloat or ashore, operational security is paramount. We act as a protective screen between all parties, ensuring no member data is ever disclosed without formal, written email authorization. This secure framework is backed by decades of experience via our direct integration with the Optimus Security Services group.
The Mess Deck creates an enduring, worldwide bond of friendship. It offers a premium, year-round destination to reconnect with your peers, or a trusted environment where your family can find community and total peace of mind while you are away.
Please note that we have NO current 'official' link or status with any RMA branch; other than personal membership.
An Unofficial 'Virtual' RMA Branch in the Algarve
We connect serving and veteran Marines and Special Forces personnel globally for mutual support, travel contacts, and localized networking. There is zero commercial obligation—we are built purely for the brotherhood.
Entry Requirements:
We are pooling our business commissions into a secure fund to purchase an exclusive property dedicated as an Algarve "Naval Club" for Marines. Once a Marine, Always a Marine. Military naval personnel will also be welcome. You can back this project at zero cost to you simply by utilizing our linked advertisement pages, which routes commissions directly into the building fund.
We connect serving and veteran Marines and Special Forces personnel globally for mutual support, travel contacts, and localized networking. There is zero commercial obligation—we are built purely for the brotherhood.
Entry Requirements:
- Open to all active-duty Marines and Special Forces worldwide.
- Veterans must be active members of the RMA, Marine Corps Association (USA), or a national equivalent.
- Photo verification or RMA ID is required (Per Mare, Per Terram / Semper Fi), unless sponsored directly by an existing member.
- Contact Us to request a primary application.
- Get Password Access: Receive your secure credentials for our password-protected members' portal.
- Log In: Use the login portal located at the top-right corner of our website header.
Be sure to check out our adjacent gallery featuring the insignia of units already represented in our group.
We are pooling our business commissions into a secure fund to purchase an exclusive property dedicated as an Algarve "Naval Club" for Marines. Once a Marine, Always a Marine. Military naval personnel will also be welcome. You can back this project at zero cost to you simply by utilizing our linked advertisement pages, which routes commissions directly into the building fund.
*Former Serving Royal Marines or their families who are not members of the RMA can find out more about the benefits of joining the RMA by following this link: royalmarinesassociation.org.uk/join-us/
USMC or their families : https://www.mca-marines.org/ or www.marines.mil/
USMC or their families : https://www.mca-marines.org/ or www.marines.mil/