Crew Profiles

Captain - Panagiotis Chouliaras
Description:
Captain Panagiotis has graduated from the Merchant Marine Academy of Hydra, Greece and holds a Captain Class A' Diploma. Captain Panagiotis counts numerous years on board private and charter yachts, gaining a wide experience in the yachting world. He will cruise with the guests in breathtaking destinations, presenting views of turquoise sceneries and green landscapes! Captain Panagiotis will warmly welcome the guests with a genuine smile and will ensure an unforgettable cruising experience! When not working he enjoys traveling and sports.
Previous Yachts: Why Not, Lullaby II, Ragazza, Palama, Cudu
Languages: English, Greek

Chief engineer - John Gazis
Description:
John holds an Engineer's Class Aʼ Diploma after graduating from the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos. He is also certified in firefighting, first aid, ship security and safety. In his past experience, he worked for more a decade on Ro-Ro vessel before joining the yachting world. Counting years of experience both in motor and sailing yachts, Yannis will be responsible for the yacht's and guests' safety as well as for their warm welcome onboard. In his free time he enjoys motorsports. Speaks Greek & English.
Previous Yachts: Mi Alma, Re Di Mare, Amadeus, Never Say Never, Armonia, Astir, Geosand, Zaliv III, Sanjana, Wind of Fortune
Languages: English, Greek

Chef - Konstantinos Dimitriadis
Description:
After gaining a significant experience working in various five star hotels and luxurious motor yachts, Konstantinos will creatively prepare for the guests the most healthy and delicious meals, using the freshest ingredients in his dishes! He will successfully blend different type of cuisines, spoiling the guests to the most! Konstantinos will work hard, with a lot of passion to please the guests. He is a very experienced Chef with great organizing skills, being a valuable member of KINTARO team! In his free time, he likes cooking and traveling. Speaks Greek & English.
Previous Experience: Konig Hotel Saalbach Austria, Panorama Hotel Landhause Austria, Laokasti restaurant Oia Santorini, Boschetto, Kastro Oia Santorini.
Languages: English, Greek

Chief stewardess - Marianthi Grimpila
Description:
Marianthi holds a Diploma in Speech Therapy, after graduating from the Regional College of Cambridge. In her past experience, she worked in Customer Services before she joined the yachting world in 2012. Marianthi has a kind character and will be responsible for the guests' service onboard. Marianthi has also completed the STCW training courses and holds a bartending certificate. She is the perfect match for KINTARO crew and will pamper the guests like never before! In her free time, she enjoys sports, dancing and traveling. Speaks Greek & English.
Previous Yacht: Sapphire
Languages: English, Greek

Stewardess - Galini Altiporkidi
Description:
Galini graduated from Vocational High School with a degree in Support for Computer Systems, Applications and Networks in the IT sector in 2009. She joined the yachting industry with great passion in 2015, working both in private and charter yachts. Galini furthermore holds a Diploma in Photography Techniques, Print and Electronic Media Graphic Designer. She works hard with dedication and will guarantee an unforgettable stay onboard! When not working, Galini enjoys Photography, hiking, reading. Speaks Greek & English.
Previous Yachts: Ulisse, Daloli
Languages: Greek, English, Russian

Bosun - George Giannis
Description:
George holds Certificates in First aid, CPR, GMDSS and furthermore holds, a speedboat operator license, sailing license and a PADI scuba diving diploma! He started his journey in yachting in 2014, working successfully in multiple motor yachts as a Sailor. George is an important member of KINTARO team, having great hospitality skills and a kind personality. In his free time, he likes scuba diving and all kind of watersports! Speaks Greek & English.
Previous Yachts: Ageto, Selene, Ouranos, Toy
Languages: Greek, English

Crew member - Dimitris Varvaresos
Description:
Dimitris is a true professional, counting years of experience in the yachting industry. He graduated from the Technical Vocational High School of Drapetsona in 1998, specializing in refrigeration, plumbing, and thermohydraulics, and later he obtained a diploma as a Merchant Marine Captain from the Vocational High School of Neapolis, Laconia in 2016. Dimitris also holds a speedboat license and has certifications as a sailor and boatswain. When not working, he enjoys photography, spearfishing and listening to music.
Languages: Greek, English