Captain: Vladimir Popov

Captain: Vladimir Popov
Nationality: Bulgarian
Languages: Bulgarian, English, Russian

Born in 1989 in Dobrich, Bulgaria, Captain Vladimir's maritime journey commenced with his study of Naval Navigation, culminating in 2013. His professional career began as an assistant navigation officer right after that, progressing through roles such as a deck cadet on smaller vessels and advancing from third to second officer on container and cargo ships. Proficient in leading a crew, Captain Vladimir fosters collaboration and actively enhances his captaincy and teamwork skills.

Known for his professionalism, reliability, and strong work ethic, Captain Vladimir is poised to venture into the yachting industry. Armed with enthusiasm, extensive sailing experience, and a commitment to delivering top-notch hospitality, he is well-prepared to cater to the needs of his guests. Captain Vladimir possesses comprehensive safety and first aid training, the ability to analyze weather patterns, and exceptional leadership skills, even in high-pressure situations. His eagerness to join Alteya as captain reflects his passion for the sea.

Fluent in Bulgarian and English, with a basic command of German, Captain Vladimir enjoys spending his leisure time engaging in sports, sailing, and gardening with his family.

Chef: Noris Kasparian
Nationality: Bulgarian
Languages: Bulgarian, Russian, English, German

Noris, the esteemed chef aboard Alteya, brings over a decade of culinary expertise to the galley. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, he continuously refines his skills and broadens his culinary horizons. Proficient in various cuisines, including molecular gastronomy, Noris honed his craft in esteemed kitchens across Bulgaria and Italy. His achievements, including a second-place ranking as Bulgaria's best chef in 2021 and winning first place for best pasta, attest to his exceptional talent.

Fluent in English, German, Bulgarian, and Russian, his multicultural background enriches his culinary repertoire. Noris's meticulous attention to detail, unwavering work ethic, and integrity underscore his dedication to delivering exceptional gastronomic experiences onboard Alteya.

Chief Stewardess: Marina Marinova
Nationality: Bulgarian
Languages: English, Russian, Spanish, Bulgarian

Maria, the Chief Stewardess aboard Alteya, brings a wealth of experience and diverse skill set to her role. Born in Bulgaria, Maria's journey in the hospitality industry began as a waiter and barwoman before she transitioned to the role of Housekeeping Supervisor in 2018, where she honed her organizational and leadership abilities in the hospitality sector. Fluent in English, Bulgarian, Russian, and Spanish, Maria seamlessly navigates multicultural environments, ensuring effective communication and exceptional service delivery to guests from around the world. She is educated, discrete, professional, and highly dedicated.

Her dynamic background and linguistic proficiency make her an invaluable asset to the Alteya team, where she orchestrates seamless operations and elevates the onboard experience for all passengers.

Stewardess: Monika Yuliana Spasova
Nationality: Bulgarian
Languages: English, Spanish, Bulgarian, Russian

Monika, born in Bulgaria in 1993, brings a unique blend of hospitality and artistic flair to her role as stewardess aboard Alteya. With four years of experience as a housekeeper in hotels, she has honed her attention to detail and commitment to impeccable service. Monika's background in Choreography and Contemporary Dance Theatre, coupled with her bachelor's degree, infuses her approach with creativity and grace. She is hardworking, organized, adaptable and professional, ensuring every guest's experience is comfortable and unique!

Fluent in Bulgarian, English, and Spanish, with basic knowledge of Portuguese, her excellent communication skills help her with guest communication and enhance the onboard atmosphere, making Monika an invaluable asset to the Alteya crew.

Deckhand: Bozhidar Aleksov
Nationality: Bulgarian
Languages: Bulgarian, English, Greek

Bozi was born in 1974 on the northern shores of the Black Sea so his relationship with the sea was formed on the day he was born! He has worked professionally in different cruise ships and has gained extensive knowledge as part of the technical support team in different shipyards.

Bozi is a pleasant and fun person who loves to entertain and surprise his guests with his cocktails and snacks at Happy Hour. He also has wine knowledge. He understands different cultures and characters, is very adaptable, and will ensure his guests an unforgettable sailing trip! They will always want to come back to this home! He speaks Bulgarian, English, Russian, and Greek.