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Crew Info:
Captain Lefteris Fanioudakis
Lefteris was born in 1989 in Crete island. Among other certificates he holds the MCA/RYA certificate of Competence Yacht master Ocean for Power & Sailing vessels, Captain’s Medical Care and PADI Dive Master certificate. Lefteris could not think of a life away from the sea, so he was always seeking to combine his job with it. When he was younger he started working as a windsurfing instructor in Crete, then he continued as a skipper on various commercial sailing vessels and since then he has worked both on sailing yachts/catamarans and motor yachts in Greece. During his spare time, if he is not sailing, she likes cycling, travelling, windsurfing, taking photographs and paragliding. Also, he is a volunteer fireman. Apart from Greek he also speaks English. He is always ready to welcome his guests on board to ensure an unforgettable experience and show the most beautiful hotspots of Greek islands!
Cook Christos Misirlis
Christos is a highly skilled Cook and Pastry Chef with extensive experience in both land-based and maritime gastronomy. Most recently, he served as Head Cook on a P2’ Catamaran in Greece for the 2024 season. Before that, he was the Head Pastry Chef at Zion in Chalandri, Attica (June 2023 – March 2024) and Head Cook for Variety Cruises in French Polynesia (March 2023 – June 2023). His expertise in pastry includes roles at renowned establishments such as Kiku Kolonaki, Freud Oriental Athens, and Giacomo Restaurant in Kifisia. Dedicated to continuous professional development, he has completed specialized culinary training at Le Monde in Athens, focusing on pastry techniques, traditional island sweets, pizza-making, and barista expertise. With a strong international background and a refined culinary skill set, he brings innovation, precision, and creativity to every kitchen he joins.
Hostess Maria Venetidou
Maria is a well-rounded and dependable stewardess with a diverse background in hospitality, sailing, and management. She brings a unique blend of professional experience from both the UK and Greece, combined with a calm demeanor and a passion for service and the sea.
With hands-on yachting experience on catamarans, Maria has worked as a hostess for reputable charter companies. Her work has spanned both private and charter operations, where she was known for her warm personality, attention to detail, and ability to manage guest needs gracefully in a dynamic environment.
Maria holds an Offshore Sailing Certificate and actively participates in regattas in Volos, demonstrating her seamanship and enthusiasm for sailing. Her time managing an indoor farm and a family-focused entertainment center in the UK has sharpened her organizational skills, customer service, and adaptability.
Having lived and studied in the UK and the USA for several years, Maria is fluent in English and confident in multicultural settings.
