Previous Yachts: M/Y ICE ANGEL (60m), M/Y ONE MORE TIME (20m)
Interests: Swimming competitively, surfing, hiking, golf, running
Jason was born in Zimbabwe and moved at the age of 11 to Port Elizabeth, South Africa. He completed his sports science degree, then decided to switch career to the yachting industry due to his passion for the sea and active lifestyle. He has been an outgoing, adventurous, hardworking, kind, helpful and friendly crew member since joining EMOTION². Jason has been working in the industry since 2015 and worked on a private vessel with a worldwide itinerary for five years. He has wide range of experience, knowledge and passion for learning and it is amplified by his passion for being at sea and keeping active. Jason has a wide range of hobbies and interests which include swimming, paddling, lifesaving, surfing, golf, hiking, running, exercise, DIY and most passionately participates in tasting ice cream from all parts of the world. 2025 will be Jason’s fourth season on board EMOTION².
Jason Jones
Deckhand
Previous Yachts: M/Y SAPPHIRE (75m), M/Y MIA RAMA (53m), M/Y LEDRA (47m), M/Y SEADAR (38m)
Interests: Travelling, hiking, horse riding, English, French, Greek, Flemish
Alexandra was born in Antwerp, Belgium, but grew up in Athens, Greece. With her parents having worked on board cruise ships around the world, she grew up developing the same deep passion for the sea. After completing her Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management in Belgium, she decided to pursue her family’s steps and conquer the maritime world. After few experiences in five stars hotels, Alex started her first job as a stewardess on board a 75m yacht. Throughout her years working in the yachting industry, Alex gained valuable knowledge in managing people and their needs, and a great portfolio of charters with high profiled guests. Her attention to detail and her passion for hospitality and luxury service make her the perfect fit within the crew of EMOTION². 2025 will be Alexandra’s second season on board EMOTION².
Alexandra Mavrokefalou
Chief steward/ess
Previous Yachts: M/Y AL MIRQAB (133m)
Interests/Languages: Listening to music, bowling, travelling, English (fluent), Filipino (native)
As an experienced yacht stewardess, with a great background in cruise ship hospitality, Gladys brings a valuable blend of expertise, professionalism and passion on board EMOTION². With a real devotion to outstanding service, Gladys enjoys creating memorable experiences for charter guests. In the rhythm of her everyday life, she finds joy in simple pleasures such as listening to a good song, playing bowling or traveling to meet her friends. 2025 will be Gladys’ second season on board EMOTION².
Gladys Blasco
Stewardess
Previous Yachts: M/Y HELEN V (50m), M/Y LIBRA Y (42m)
Interests/Languages: Snowboarding, watching wrestling fights, Greek (native), English (fluent)
Having grown up in a family of sailors, turning to the sea was a natural choice for Panagiotis. He was fortunate to gain a comprehensive knowledge on boats from an early age, as he took part in the construction of his family’s boat from scratch. Adaptability, adversity and fast solution solving are what best characterises Pan, skills that he acquired during his over 20 years career in the yachting industry. 2025 will be Pan’s second season on board EMOTION².
Panagiotis Asimakopoulos
Chief engineer
Previous Yachts: M/Y HADIA (50m), M/Y FORCE INDIA (50m), M/Y POLARIS (48m), M/Y OKKO (42m)
Interests/Languages: Basketball, music, Fillipino (native), English (fluent)
After following in his father's footsteps and working in the marine industry, Elmar spent two years on ferries in the Philippines. He has worked in the yachting industry for the past ten years, with most of this time being on charter yachts, allowing him to gain a wealth of experience and ensuring that guests have a memorable time onboard EMOTION². In his spare time, Elmar enjoys playing basketball as well as listening to music and has recently started learning the guitar. Elmar has a passion for water activities in general and is sure to guarantee that guests have an unforgettable water sports experience onboard EMOTION². 2025 will be Elmar’s sixth season on board EMOTION².
Elmar Paneda
Bosun
Previous Yachts: M/Y HADIA (50m), M/Y FORCE INDIA (50m), M/Y MEIRA (50m), M/Y KALIZMA (50m), M/Y SPIRIT (48m)
Interests/Languages: Diving, fishing, waterpolo, French, Arabic, English
Sam has been in the yachting industry for over 36 years. With his global cruising experience, Sam has ample local knowledge of many locations around the world, which he is always keen to share, ensuring a comprehensive holiday experience for his guests. An experienced seaman and Captain, Sam knows how to make yachting a fun environment for both guests and crew and has a very good reputation for longevity amongst his crew. Once on board EMOTION², you will find Sam very polite, friendly, knowledgeable and flexible to guests’ needs. With Sam, you will have an unforgettable charter experience! 2025 will be his 12th season on board EMOTION².
Sam Srour
Captain
Previous Yachts: M/Y ORIENT STAR (47m), M/Y DELPHINE (78m), M/Y EL LEON (54m)
Interests/Languages: Mountain biking, watersports, travelling, Croatian (native), English (fluent)
Born in Nin, a picturesque island town surrounded by sandy beaches on the central coast of Croatia, Filip has been part of the maritime industry since 2018. He began his career on commercial vessels, where he had the opportunity to sail around the globe twice before transitioning into the yachting industry. With a strong maritime background and having completed Maritime High School, he quickly found his place in yachting, drawn to its dynamic nature, variety of destinations, and client orientated service. Over the past few years, he has been primarily based in the Mediterranean. Off duty, he enjoys staying active through various sports and spends his free time exploring new places and cultures. He is known for his positive energy, calm presence and being a great team player. 2025 will be Filip’s first season on board EMOTION².
Filip Stulic
First Officer
Previous Yachts: M/Y CORINTHIAN (39m)
Interests: Baking, hiking, ballet
Holly was born and grew up in Basingstoke, UK. She began her customer service journey from a young age in a local restaurant, where hard work and dedication to the hospitality industry propelled her towards a managerial role. Through this role, Holly gained excellent people skills and developed her approachable and warm personality. Previously having worked on board a private yacht, Holly is now excited to join EMOTION² to help contribute to the success of the team, while improving her current knowledge. In her free time, you will find Holly hiking, reading a good novel or practicing ballet, a passion which amplifies her diligence and hardworking attitude. 2025 will be Holly’s second season on board EMOTION².
Holly Murphy
Stewardess
Previous Yachts: M/Y TOTEM (50m), M/Y LADY VERA (74m), M/Y SOLE DI MARE (40m)
Interests/Languages: Hiking, biking, travelling, Greek (native), English (fluent)
Chef Michail has more than 10 years experience in some of the most elite and well-known restaurants worldwide as well as 5 years in the Yachting industry. Two years ago, he won the 2nd place award in the Mediterranean Yacht show Chef competition in Nafplion. He is extremely disciplined and detailed oriented and passionate about implementing the best of international cuisines. He graduated in 2008 from Le Monde Institute of Hotel & Tourism and then retrained at Ecole Sup Erierue de cuisine Ferrandi. In his free time, he loves to explore new hiking trails and biking. 2025 will be Michail’s first season on board EMOTION².
Michail Tsourvas
Chef