Name: Elena-Alexandra Dioconu
Nationality: Romanian
Position: Chief steward/ess
Position details: Chief Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Elena-Alexandra is an experienced and professional stewardess with a strong hospitality background developed through both the yachting industry and international cruise ships. With over four years of yacht experience and more than ten years in luxury cruise operations, she brings excellent interior knowledge, strong guest service skills, and a high level of professionalism onboard.
Experienced in both private and charter yacht environments, Alexandra has developed solid expertise in housekeeping, laundry, service, interior organization, inventory management, and assisting with guest operations. Her previous experience in luxury cruise hospitality has also strengthened her communication skills, adaptability, and ability to maintain exceptional service standards within demanding and fast-paced environments.
Professional, detail-oriented, and team-focused, she is known for her positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to create a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for guests on board. Her background in hospitality and bar service additionally allows her to confidently support interior operations and guest entertainment when required.
PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y ZIA, M/Y ACHILLES, M/Y MOCA
Name: Konstantinos Tsiftsis
Nationality: Greek
Position: Deckhand
Position details: Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Kostas is an energetic deck officer with solid experience in the yachting and charter industry throughout Greece. With several years of experience on board motor yachts and daily charter vessels operating mainly in Santorini and the Greek islands, he has developed strong skills in yacht operations, guest service, navigation, and deck maintenance.
Having served as both a Yacht Skipper and Deckhand on private and charter yachts, Kostas is experienced in daily yacht operations, guest interaction, tender handling, mooring procedures, safety operations, and maintaining high standards of presentation onboard. His background within fast-paced charter environments has helped him develop excellent communication skills, adaptability, and a guest-oriented mentality.
In addition to his yachting experience, he also holds commercial shipping experience onboard tanker vessels, strengthening his navigational knowledge, watchkeeping abilities, and overall maritime discipline. Professional, hardworking, and reliable, he works effectively within team environments and remains calm under pressure while maintaining high operational standards.
Passionate about the sea, watersports, and outdoor activities, Konstantinos brings positive energy, professionalism, and a strong work ethic on board every vessel he joins.
PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y EFMARIA, M/Y MAMMA MIA, M/Y WHISPERS, FERRETTI 550, TARGA 46, PARDO 43, EMILY 46
Name: Eleni-Varvara Pefani
Nationality: Greek
Position: Stewardess
Position details: Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Eleni is a polished and personable hospitality professional with hands-on yachting experience as a Hostess aboard daily-cruising catamarans. She is confident in guest service, food and beverage presentation, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and supporting the deck team with basic seamanship duties. Her previous hospitality and teaching experience has further strengthened her communication, adaptability and ability to work with diverse guests,
Name: Panagiotis Skliros
Nationality: Greek
Position: First Officer
Position details: First Officer
Languages: Not specified
Description: Panos is a motivated and professional deck officer with experience across commercial shipping, naval operations, and the yachting industry. He brings a strong operational background with excellent navigation, watchkeeping, and bridge management skills developed through service onboard international vessels and luxury motor yachts.
With experience in both private and charter yacht environments, he has developed strong knowledge of day-to-day yacht operations, guest interaction, safety procedures, deck maintenance, tender handling, and high-standard vessel presentation. He is comfortable working in fast-paced environments and is known for his professional attitude, adaptability, and strong teamwork skills.
Panos combines solid maritime discipline with a hands-on mentality and a strong willingness to further develop within the yachting industry. His service as a Hellenic Navy Reserve Ensign further strengthened his leadership, communication, and operational capabilities under demanding conditions.
He demonstrates a high level of professionalism, safety awareness, reliability, and commitment to maintaining high operational standards onboard.
He is passionate about yachting, travel, and delivering exceptional support within dynamic yacht operations.
PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y ZIA
Name: Stavros Pitlinger
Nationality: Greek
Position: Chief engineer
Position details: Chief Engineer
Languages: Not specified
Description: Stavros is an experienced and dedicated Chief Engineer with a strong technical background developed through years of service onboard commercial vessels and luxury motor yachts. Having transitioned from large commercial ships into the yachting industry, he brings extensive engineering knowledge, strong troubleshooting abilities, and a hands-on approach to the daily operation and maintenance of all onboard technical systems.
With experience onboard both private and charter yachts operating throughout the Mediterranean, Stavros is accustomed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational efficiency. He works closely with captains, management companies, and crew to ensure the smooth running of all engineering operations while contributing to a seamless guest experience onboard.
Known for his professionalism, work ethic, and calm personality, he is highly organized, detail-oriented, and always willing to assist wherever needed. His technical expertise includes preventative maintenance, engine room management, troubleshooting, shipyard periods, and supporting class and flag requirements.
Passionate about diving, water sports, and life at sea, Stavros combines strong engineering capabilities with a positive and team-oriented attitude, making him a valuable asset onboard any yacht.
PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y DINAIA, M/Y BELITA
Name: Vladimir Dimitrov
Nationality: Bulgarian
Position: Captain
Position details: Captain
Languages: Not specified
Description: Captain Vladimir is an experienced and highly professional yacht captain with over 15 years in the yachting industry, specializing in luxury motor yacht charter operations throughout the Mediterranean. Holding Master 500GT and 200GT certifications, he has successfully managed both private and high-end charter yachts, with a strong focus on safety, smooth operations, and exceptional guest satisfaction.
Having lived in Greece for almost 20 years, he speaks fluent Greek and knows the Greek islands like the palm of his hand, allowing him to create seamless and memorable itineraries for guests. His expertise includes itinerary planning, guest relations, crew coordination, budgeting, daily operations, vessel deliveries, shipyard periods, and refit supervision.
Disciplined, reliable, and calm under pressure, Captain Vladimir combines strong leadership with excellent communication skills and high hospitality standards onboard.
Fluent in Greek, English, and Bulgarian, Captain Vladimir works comfortably within international environments and multicultural crews.
PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y BELLA VITA, M/Y 4LIFE, M/Y LADYLISA, M/Y IRIS, M/Y BELITA, M/Y DRAD, M/Y IONIAN PRINCESS
Name: Giorgos Tsoutsis
Nationality: Greek
Position: Chef
Position details: Chef
Languages: Not specified
Description: Giorgos is a passionate and creative chef with extensive experience in high-end restaurants, luxury hospitality, and fine dining environments across Greece. With a strong culinary background developed through leading restaurants and luxury resorts in Santorini, Athens, Crete, and Lefkada, he combines professionalism, organization, and attention to detail with a modern Mediterranean culinary approach.
Having worked in positions ranging from Chef de Partie to Sous Chef and Head Chef, Giorgos is experienced in kitchen management, menu preparation, food presentation, provisioning, and maintaining high hygiene and operational standards. His experience within luxury hospitality environments has strengthened his ability to work under pressure while consistently delivering high-quality dining experiences and personalized guest service.
Known for his calm personality, teamwork, and strong work ethic, he adapts easily to fast-paced environments and always focuses on creating memorable culinary experiences. His passion for gastronomy, fresh ingredients, and guest satisfaction makes him a valuable addition to any yacht or hospitality team.
PREVIOUS LUXURY HOSPITALITY VENUES: CANAVES OIA LUXURY RESORTS, CANAVES OIA EPITOME, OMNIA RESTAURANT, EMST ATHENS, VLASSIS RESTAURANT, MAGMA DYO SUITES
Elena-Alexandra Dioconu — Chief steward/ess (Romanian)
Elena-Alexandra is an experienced and professional stewardess with a strong hospitality background developed through both the yachting industry and international cruise ships. With over four years of yacht experience and more than ten years in luxury cruise operations, she brings excellent interior knowledge, strong guest service skills, and a high level of professionalism onboard.
Experienced in both private and charter yacht environments, Alexandra has developed solid expertise in housekeeping, laundry, service, interior organization, inventory management, and assisting with guest operations. Her previous experience in luxury cruise hospitality has also strengthened her communication skills, adaptability, and ability to maintain exceptional service standards within demanding and fast-paced environments.
Professional, detail-oriented, and team-focused, she is known for her positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to create a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for guests on board. Her background in hospitality and bar service additionally allows her to confidently support interior operations and guest entertainment when required.
PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y ZIA, M/Y ACHILLES, M/Y MOCA
Konstantinos Tsiftsis — Deckhand (Greek)
Kostas is an energetic deck officer with solid experience in the yachting and charter industry throughout Greece. With several years of experience on board motor yachts and daily charter vessels operating mainly in Santorini and the Greek islands, he has developed strong skills in yacht operations, guest service, navigation, and deck maintenance.
Having served as both a Yacht Skipper and Deckhand on private and charter yachts, Kostas is experienced in daily yacht operations, guest interaction, tender handling, mooring procedures, safety operations, and maintaining high standards of presentation onboard. His background within fast-paced charter environments has helped him develop excellent communication skills, adaptability, and a guest-oriented mentality.
In addition to his yachting experience, he also holds commercial shipping experience onboard tanker vessels, strengthening his navigational knowledge, watchkeeping abilities, and overall maritime discipline. Professional, hardworking, and reliable, he works effectively within team environments and remains calm under pressure while maintaining high operational standards.
Passionate about the sea, watersports, and outdoor activities, Konstantinos brings positive energy, professionalism, and a strong work ethic on board every vessel he joins.
PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y EFMARIA, M/Y MAMMA MIA, M/Y WHISPERS, FERRETTI 550, TARGA 46, PARDO 43, EMILY 46
Eleni-Varvara Pefani — Stewardess (Greek)
Eleni is a polished and personable hospitality professional with hands-on yachting experience as a Hostess aboard daily-cruising catamarans. She is confident in guest service, food and beverage presentation, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and supporting the deck team with basic seamanship duties. Her previous hospitality and teaching experience has further strengthened her communication, adaptability and ability to work with diverse guests,
Panagiotis Skliros — First Officer (Greek)
Panos is a motivated and professional deck officer with experience across commercial shipping, naval operations, and the yachting industry. He brings a strong operational background with excellent navigation, watchkeeping, and bridge management skills developed through service onboard international vessels and luxury motor yachts.
With experience in both private and charter yacht environments, he has developed strong knowledge of day-to-day yacht operations, guest interaction, safety procedures, deck maintenance, tender handling, and high-standard vessel presentation. He is comfortable working in fast-paced environments and is known for his professional attitude, adaptability, and strong teamwork skills.
Panos combines solid maritime discipline with a hands-on mentality and a strong willingness to further develop within the yachting industry. His service as a Hellenic Navy Reserve Ensign further strengthened his leadership, communication, and operational capabilities under demanding conditions.
He demonstrates a high level of professionalism, safety awareness, reliability, and commitment to maintaining high operational standards onboard.
He is passionate about yachting, travel, and delivering exceptional support within dynamic yacht operations.
PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y ZIA
Stavros Pitlinger — Chief engineer (Greek)
Stavros is an experienced and dedicated Chief Engineer with a strong technical background developed through years of service onboard commercial vessels and luxury motor yachts. Having transitioned from large commercial ships into the yachting industry, he brings extensive engineering knowledge, strong troubleshooting abilities, and a hands-on approach to the daily operation and maintenance of all onboard technical systems.
With experience onboard both private and charter yachts operating throughout the Mediterranean, Stavros is accustomed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational efficiency. He works closely with captains, management companies, and crew to ensure the smooth running of all engineering operations while contributing to a seamless guest experience onboard.
Known for his professionalism, work ethic, and calm personality, he is highly organized, detail-oriented, and always willing to assist wherever needed. His technical expertise includes preventative maintenance, engine room management, troubleshooting, shipyard periods, and supporting class and flag requirements.
Passionate about diving, water sports, and life at sea, Stavros combines strong engineering capabilities with a positive and team-oriented attitude, making him a valuable asset onboard any yacht.
PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y DINAIA, M/Y BELITA
Vladimir Dimitrov — Captain (Bulgarian)
Captain Vladimir is an experienced and highly professional yacht captain with over 15 years in the yachting industry, specializing in luxury motor yacht charter operations throughout the Mediterranean. Holding Master 500GT and 200GT certifications, he has successfully managed both private and high-end charter yachts, with a strong focus on safety, smooth operations, and exceptional guest satisfaction.
Having lived in Greece for almost 20 years, he speaks fluent Greek and knows the Greek islands like the palm of his hand, allowing him to create seamless and memorable itineraries for guests. His expertise includes itinerary planning, guest relations, crew coordination, budgeting, daily operations, vessel deliveries, shipyard periods, and refit supervision.
Disciplined, reliable, and calm under pressure, Captain Vladimir combines strong leadership with excellent communication skills and high hospitality standards onboard.
Fluent in Greek, English, and Bulgarian, Captain Vladimir works comfortably within international environments and multicultural crews.
PREVIOUS YACHTS: M/Y BELLA VITA, M/Y 4LIFE, M/Y LADYLISA, M/Y IRIS, M/Y BELITA, M/Y DRAD, M/Y IONIAN PRINCESS
Giorgos Tsoutsis — Chef (Greek)
Giorgos is a passionate and creative chef with extensive experience in high-end restaurants, luxury hospitality, and fine dining environments across Greece. With a strong culinary background developed through leading restaurants and luxury resorts in Santorini, Athens, Crete, and Lefkada, he combines professionalism, organization, and attention to detail with a modern Mediterranean culinary approach.
Having worked in positions ranging from Chef de Partie to Sous Chef and Head Chef, Giorgos is experienced in kitchen management, menu preparation, food presentation, provisioning, and maintaining high hygiene and operational standards. His experience within luxury hospitality environments has strengthened his ability to work under pressure while consistently delivering high-quality dining experiences and personalized guest service.
Known for his calm personality, teamwork, and strong work ethic, he adapts easily to fast-paced environments and always focuses on creating memorable culinary experiences. His passion for gastronomy, fresh ingredients, and guest satisfaction makes him a valuable addition to any yacht or hospitality team.
PREVIOUS LUXURY HOSPITALITY VENUES: CANAVES OIA LUXURY RESORTS, CANAVES OIA EPITOME, OMNIA RESTAURANT, EMST ATHENS, VLASSIS RESTAURANT, MAGMA DYO SUITES
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