Charalambos is a skilled and experienced professional who has worked as a deckhand on various vessels over the years, building up his expertise and versatility.
To him a knot is just another problem waiting to be solved.
With 25 years of free diving experience and a professional fisherman’s background having once owned his own fishmonger shop, he’s always prepared for any adventure on or below the water.
Charalambos has a deep love for fishing, but what he truly loves the most is to share that experience with the guests.
There’s nothing better than enjoying a catch of the day for dinner!
Previous Yachts: M/Y OPTION B, M/Y GECO.
Languages: English, Greek.
Interests: Fishing and Free Diving.

Charalambos Efstathopoulos
Deckhand
Captain Grigoris is a highly experienced and motivated maritime professional with an extensive background commanding both private and charter yachts. Holding a Captain Class A’ License and over two decades of experience at sea, he combines strong leadership, operational expertise, and a client-oriented approach to ensure the highest standards of safety and service onboard M/Y NAIA.
Throughout his career, Captain Grigorios has successfully commanded yachts such as M/Y NOMAD (70m), M/Y ENDLESS SUMMER, M/Y ALEXIA AV, and M/Y MARTINA, cruising extensively throughout the Mediterranean and beyond. His deep understanding of navigation, weather prediction, and crew coordination allows him to deliver seamless charters and unforgettable itineraries tailored to each guest.
Known for his professionalism, attention to detail, and approachable leadership style, Captain Grigoris ensures every voyage is executed with precision and care. His calm demeanor and passion for the sea inspire confidence among both guests and crew, making him an invaluable asset to M/Y NAIA.
Languages: Greek, English
Previous Yachts: M/Y NOMAD, M/Y ENDLESS SUMMER, M/Y ALEXIA AV, M/Y MARTINA, M/Y OCEANE II

Grigoris Tsomakas
Captain
Louis is a professional and service-oriented Deckhand with a strong passion for the yachting industry and a hands-on approach to daily deck operations. With a calm personality and positive attitude, he brings reliability, teamwork, and excellent guest interaction skills onboard M/Y NAIA.
Experienced in exterior maintenance, mooring operations, tender assistance, and overall deck support, Louis works efficiently to ensure the yacht is always maintained to the highest standards. His proactive mindset, attention to detail, and willingness to assist in all aspects of deck operations make him a valuable member of the crew onboard.
Friendly, adaptable, and hardworking, Louis enjoys working in dynamic charter environments and contributes to creating a smooth, safe, and enjoyable experience for both guests and crew.
Languages: Greek, English

Louis Hobballah
Deckhand
Panagiotis is 43 years old, and he is really a fun person to be with.
He graduated from Le Monde Institute in 2009.
Panagiotis boasts an impressive career journey, having worked in high-end restaurants as well as a private Chef in villas.
He entered yachting in 2012 as he was always fascinated by the sea and the sense of freedom that it could provide. Panagiotis is an expert in Mediterranean cuisine as well as in French – Italian – Asian - Mexican, you name it.
Panagiotis knows how to make everything taste 10% better than you thought it could.
He can create amazing dishes with either humble or premium ingredients, meat, fish or vegan and is confident on any style, from family to fine dining.
Previous Yachts: M/S IRAKLIS, M/Y PARIS A, M/Y ALBATOR 2, S/Y XASTERIA, S/Y
ALMYRA II.
Language: English, Greek.
Interests: Fencing (Played for the Greek National team), Travelling and discovering new dishes and ingredients.

Panagiotis Pantaleon
Chef
Nikos holds a diploma in Graphic Design, yet his deep rooted love for the sea drew him away from the studio and into the heart of the yachting industry. Starting his career as a deckhand on both sailing and motor yachts, he worked his way up to become an expert Chase Boat Captain.
Despite his artistic background, Nikos represents the perfect blend of creative vision and maritime practicality, he brings a calm, composed, and positive energy to the team, ensuring that every tender transfer and water based excursion is a relaxed and enjoyable experience for his guests.
Driven by a genuine passion for water sports, Nikos is a hands on captain who is always ready to lead the way, whether he is orchestrating complex towing maneuvers, precision anchoring, or ensuring the chase boat and deck are maintained to the highest standards. His proactive nature and enthusiasm for guest service make him an invaluable asset to any crew.
In his free time, Nikos stays active by indulging in his love for motorsports and utilizing his design eye for photography and videography, all while cherishing quality moments with his family.
Spoken Languages: Greek, English
Previous Yachts: M/Y BELLA STELLA, M/Y WHY, M/Y MITA, M/Y SUNDAY, M/Y ELEMENTS, S/Y AGIOS NIKOLAOS

Nikos Pitsikalis
Chase Boat Captain
Florentia is a highly experienced and dedicated maritime professional with a diverse background spanning both deck operations and interior service. With a career rooted in the yachting and commercial shipping sectors, she brings a unique blend of technical knowledge and hospitality expertise to every vessel she joins. Florentia is known for her proactive approach and commitment to excellence, ensuring that guest experiences are seamless and organizational goals are met with precision.
Her extensive tenure as a Chief Stewardess on private and luxury yachts highlights her ability to lead interior teams, manage complex logistics, and maintain the highest standards of service. Having also served as a Deck Cadet, she possesses a comprehensive understanding of vessel operations, safety protocols, and bridge resource management, making her an exceptionally well-rounded and versatile crew member.
Languages: Greek, English, Arabic
Previous Yacht:JOANNE B, ESTIA POSEIDON, ESTIA YI, ROPAX PRINCE, HSC CHAMPION JET 2, IONIS

Florentia Nanou
Stewardess
Konstantinos, the Chief Engineer of M/Y NAIA, brings over a decade of dedicated maritime engineering expertise from his extensive background on bulk carriers, cruise ships, and luxury yachts. As a graduate of the National Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos , he is a highly skilled professional with a calm and charismatic personality. His methodical and logical approach to troubleshooting and maintenance ensures the optimal performance and operational efficiency of his vessel at all times.
Holding a Chief Engineer Class A’ Unlimited certificate and a suite of specialized qualifications, including Ship Security Officer (SSO) , Crowd & Crisis Management , and Advanced Tanker Safety, Konstantinos is exceptionally well equipped to manage complex onboard systems and lead his team with diplomacy. His deep technical knowledge and experience in major yacht refurbishment and dry dock projects guarantee smooth sailing and a seamless experience for all on board.
Outside of the engine room, he is an active outdoorsman who finds balance through nature and physical challenge. Whether he is navigating rapids while rafting or exploring rugged trails while trekking, he brings the same energy and focus to his hobbies as he does to his professional life.
Languages: Greek, English
Previous Yachts: M/Y R JUNIORS , M/Y I SEA , M/Y STELLA II

Konstantinos Touloumis
Chief engineer
Maria is an exceptionally dedicated and accomplished Chief Stewardess with over 15 years of comprehensive experience navigating the luxury maritime industry. Highly responsible and detail oriented, she blends excellent communication skills with a positive, solutions focused work ethic, thriving equally as a collaborative team leader and as an organized professional capable of managing superior interior operations independently.
Her distinguished career spans an impressive array of private and charter yachts, highlighted by her role as Housekeeping and Service Supervisor on the monumental 140m royal motor yacht Al Salamah, as well as successful tenures on the 65m M/Y Adora and 50m M/Y Alexandra. Maria’s strong foundation in high end service is further elevated by specialized training in Human Resource Management, conflict resolution, and workplace psychology.
Demonstrating an adaptable skill set, her background also includes technical maritime certifications such as Life Saving Appliances and Ro-Ro Passengers certificates, alongside unique historical experience managing VIP transport as an attaché for Finland during the 2004 Olympic Games.
Languages: Greek, English, French
Previous Yachts: M/Y GLADIUS, M/Y ALMA, M/Y MANDO, M/Y ELVI, R/M/B AL SALAMAH, M/Y COSMOS 1, M/Y ADORA, M/Y BINA, M/Y ALEXANDRA, M/Y JESTER, M/Y SUN RISE
Maria Karampekiou
Chief steward/ess