Captain: Michael Zarifoglou

CAPTAIN – Michael Zarifoglou
Captain Michael was born in 1988 and is a Greek national. He has graduated from the National Merchant Marine Academy of Greece and he holds a Captain’s Diploma. He has attended many seminars and holds numerous certificates such as Gmdss, RO-RO, BRM, ECDIS, Passenger, SSO, Medical Care. He also holds Open water sailing license and a diving license. He began his career onboard merchant and later continued on passenger ships. He has an extensive professional background on various private and charter yachts such as S/Y Pan Orama II, M/Y Wish, M/Y Harmony G and M/Y Eliki. He joined Zoi in 2021 and his experience in the Mediterranean Sea is a valuable asset. His professionalism and enthusiasm in combination with his team spirit and friendly personality make him the perfect commander for M/Y Zoe. Captain Michael loves to offer tailor made charters to client’s preferences and show them the beauty of Greek islands. He speaks fluent English and intermediate Spanish; his hobbies are diving, water sports, basketball and spending time with his family.


ENGINEER – Michael Govessis
Michael was born in Greece in 1962 and holds an A Class Engineer Diploma. He has attended many seminars in engineering and he started his career on tanker vessels and passenger ships. He entered yachting in 2000 and since then he has worked onboard various charter and private yachts such as M/Y Rini V, M/Y Alexandra and M/Y Vitamin Sea 2. Michael aims to please the guests and with his valuable many years’ experience ensures that everything works smoothly on M/Y Zoi. He makes sure that everyone onboard is safe and secure. Michael speaks English and at his free time he enjoys water sports, fishing and volleyball.


CHEF - Konstantinos Mantikos
Chef Konstantinos Mantikos, born in 1987 in Greece, is a highly accomplished and skilled chef with an extensive background in the culinary world. He is a graduate Le Monde School of Culinary Arts and he brings years of experience and expertise to every dish he creates. Throughout his career, he has worked at a number of renowned restaurants and luxury resorts, honing his skills and developing a unique culinary style. His portfolio includes notable establishments such as Nero tis Agapis Restaurant on Spetses Island, Ostria Restaurant on Leros Island in the Dodecanese, and Psarades in Faliro. Additionally, Chef Mantikos has showcased his talent at Adolo in Kifissia and at private Chalets in Gstaad, Switzerland. Before joining the team aboard M/Y Zoi, Chef Mantikos had the privilege of working on several prestigious yachts, including M/Y This is Mine, M/Y Freedom, S/Y Latitude, and S/Y Elisium. Konstantinos' unwavering passion for culinary excellence, combined with his vast knowledge and experience in both fine dining restaurants and luxury yacht environments, makes him an exceptional talent in the world of gastronomy. He speaks English and French and enjoys travelling.


STEWARDESS – Christina Tzovla
Christina was born in 1989 and she is a Greek national. She holds a Bachelor degree in Social Theology from National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has also acquired IAMI certifications regarding housekeeping, food & beverage serving, wine, bartending & mixology. Her love for the sea and travelling led her to yachting in 2016. She served onboard M/Y O’Neiro, M/Y Rini, M/Y Souraya, M/Y Seven S, M/Y Whisper V, M/Y Mamma Mia, M/Y Jaz, M/Y O’Pari, M/Y L’Equinox, M/Y Mi Alma and M/Y Estia Poseidon before joining Zoi’s crew in 2025. Her pleasant personality and her professionalism are valuable assets on board and her main goal is to make guests feel like home. She speaks English and enjoys travelling and listening to music.


DECK HAND – Richard Layco
Richard was born in 1974 in Philippines and holds all the necessary certificates for his position. He started his career in yachting in 20017 onboard M/Y Chrysanthe and he has worked on various motor yachts before joining M/Y ZOE in early 2020, such as M/Y Dream
and M/Y Scandal. He is a very enthusiastic and hard working person. He speaks English and he is married.