Captain Sergios graduated from the Merchant Marine Academy in 2006 and now holds a Captain’s Class A’ diploma. In addition, Sergios is a computer expert as he has attended extensive online courses in electronics and hardware components. He holds Certificates and Diplomas from the Merchant Marine Officer’s Training Center, General Operator GMDSS, National School of Life Saving and Fire Fighting Appliances of Aspropyrgos as well as a MCA Certificate. From 1992 until 1996, Sergios served at sea as Apprentice Officer and later, from 1997 to 2002, as a 2nd and Chief Officer. In 2002 he decided to bring his knowledge and expertise in the yachting industry and has been absolutely excited since the first moment. Sergios has since served on multiple luxury motor and sailing yachts, but feels he has found his home on Souraya. Sharing the owner’s passion for the sea, he brings a sense of calm and professionalism to everyone on board. Polite and happy with a wealth of knowledge to share, he is the captain everyone is looking for.
Previous Yachts: “Anafi”, “Aeolos”, “O’Rea”, “O’Pari”, “O’Rion”, “Lila” and “Dana”, “Allure”, “Erga”, “Tacanuya”
Interests: Fishing, hunting, playing golf
Sergios Kakarantzas
Captain
Vasilis holds a Captain Class C’ Diploma and multiple STCW certificates for seafarers along with a diving license. He commenced a career in yachting in 1998 and has successfully worked his way up the ranks with passion for his profession and dedication. He is a hard worker who is always ready to face new challenges and ensure a safe and pleasant time on board for our guests.
Previous Yachts: “Alina”, “Trisha”, “Lady Sharia”, “El Chris”, “Toy-A”, “Helios”, “Alexandra K”, “Anmad”
Interests: Fishing, water sports, swimming, cycling, travelling
Vasilis Psarros
First Officer
Dimitris graduated high school in 2010 and later attended a nautical school. He has previous experience at sea as he used to work on a fishing boat for two years but, since his first time on a motor yacht in 2017, he has been thrilled with the unique working environment. He holds a speed boat and a diving license and always looks forward to improving his skills and gaining extra knowledge by attending professional maritime seminars.
Previous Yacht: “DayFix”
Interests: Playing football, diving
Dimitris Yiannarakis
Bosun
Adriana has completed basic training and acquired her STCW certificates. She is a positive, energetic and willing young Stewardess with high self-expectations eager to offer the best in service and housekeeping. Adriana hopes to make guests’ stay unique by paying attention to their preferences and adding extra details during their stay.
Previous Yachts: OASIS, I-SEA
Interests: tba
Adriana Adelina Idu
Stewardess
Chef Aggelos holds a culinary arts diploma from Le Monde Institute of Hotel & Tourism Studies and has attended seminars on Sous Vide Techniques in Hotel Catering. He is the author of “A Taste of Heaven” collection of recipes book and was awarded first prize in the platinum category at the Mediterranean Yacht Show in Nafplion 2015. He also holds a speedboat operator license and STCW basic safety certificates. With 15 years of experience as a chef on large motor yachts, he is a master when it comes to customizing menus to meet his guests’ desires, and this is thanks to his endless repertoire of flavors from around the world. Aggelos is a professional with passion that will offer an impeccable dining experience to our guests on board.
Previous Work: “Grand Resort Lagonissi”, “Atlantica Imperial”
Previous Yachts: “White Knight”, “Geosand”, “Elmaya”, “Galatea”, “2 Epipleon”, “Ouranos”, “Amoraki”, “Riana 2”
Interests: Waters sports, arts, diving
Aggelos Christodoulou
Chef
Rhea has exceptional skills, and she provides top notch service to our guests. She is friendly, kind and does her utmost best to ensure that every guest has a comfortable and pleasant stay on board during their holidays. She is hardworking and a valuable team player who will complete her tasks flawlessly and always with a smile on her face.
Previous Yachts: n/a
Interests: Travelling, photography
Rhea Benjamin
Stewardess
Andreas graduated from the Marine Engineer Academy of Aspropirgos as 3rd Engineer ιν 2006 and then in 2015 he acquired the Certificate of Engineer Class A STCW 1978 III/2 (Merchant Marine Officer’s Training Center). He commenced his service at sea in 2006 on bulk carriers then moved to passenger ships and then in 2013 he transitioned to the yachting industry on board Dana a 26m Custom line Ferretti. Since then he has gained valuable experience as Chief engineer on various yachts both charter and private.
Previous Yachts: RIVA I, OASIS, JAZ, SUNDAY, DARLINGS, CATHERINE, PHALAROPE, DANA
Interests: Swimming, Basketball, Hiking, Travels.
Andreas Syntychakis
Chief engineer
Vasilis has attended the National School of Life Saving and Fire Fighting Appliances and received a Certification. He began his service at sea in 1988 on board cruise ships, such as “Stella Oceanis”, “Stella Maris II” and “Stella Solaris, and in 2005 he brought his knowledge on charter motor yachts. He has been working solely on motor yachts ever since and was the Tablescaping Award winner in Category A of the Chefs' Competition during the 4th Mediterranean Yacht Show 2017. Vasilis also won the Tablescaping Award in Category A Platinum of the Chefs' Competition and the Designer Water Contest Award during the 6th Mediterranean Yacht Show 2019 in Nafplion, Greece. He is a significant member of m/y “Souraya” ensuring guests have a memorable time on board and has always managed to fulfill all expectations with punctuality and precision.
Previous Yachts: “O’Pari”, “Suncoco”
Interests: Watching movies, listening to the music and sports
Vasilis Aronis
Chief steward/ess