Sole Di Mare

A remarkable crew of 7 provide elite service.

Ilias Thanopoulos
Captain
Greek / 1981

Captain Ilias holds Captain Class B’ Diploma from the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos, and all necessary safety certificates including Fire Fighting, Survival Techniques, Personal Safety and Medical. Before commencing a career in the maritime industry, he followed his love for cooking and thus, graduated with a diploma in Culinary Arts and Chef d’oeuvre. He has been working on motor yachts since 2001, counting 22 years of experience on board this year. He is a hardworking professional with excellent skills that make our guests feel comfortable onboard throughout their charter. He is patient, has deep knowledge of every aspect of yachting, and we are happy to have such a skilled Captain at the helm.

Languages: English, Greek, Italian
Previous Yachts: “Erato”, “Tatiana Per Sempre”, “Tatiana”, “Pollux”, “Zoe”, “Xarama II”, “Dreams”, “Artemisia”
Interests: Diving, swimming, travelling

Dimitris Vatikiotis
Engineer
Greek / 1972

Dimitris is a graduate of the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos and holds Class A’ Engineer Diploma as well as an electrician degree from a vocational school. The first time that he served on a vessel was in 1999, six years before graduating as an engineer. He had already served on various container ships, bulk carriers, tankers and ferries for three years before joining the luxury yachting industry in 2002. He now has almost two decades of experience and holds numerous training certificates in safety and security on board and firefighting. Dimitris is an ideal member for our crew that can ensure the yacht’s optimal performance throughout your holidays.

Languages: English, Spanish, Greek
Previous Yachts: “Harama II”
Interests: Hunting, spearfishing, scuba diving, free diving

Michalis Tsourvas
Chef
Greek / 1988

Michalis graduated from the Institute of Hotel and Tourism studies “Le Monde” with a culinary degree in 2008 but he had already commenced a career two years earlier. He also attended training courses in French cuisine at the Ferrandi Paris Culinary Institute in 2008. Throughout his career, Michalis has had the chance to work next to distinguished Chefs at renowned Michelin star awarded restaurants, hotels and motor yachts. He is an expert in international cuisine with almost two decades of professional experience and now offers his impeccable creations to our guests that will elevate their senses and make their holiday experience simply unforgettable.

Languages: English, Basic French, Greek
Previous Work: “Coral Athens”, “Daphnes”, “Hard Rock Café”, “Nammos-Mykonos”, “V’ammos”, “Homey”, “Barbarossa”, “Nammos-France”, “Vezene”, “Dana Villas”, “Martin Wishart”, “Condita”
Previous Yachts: “Duke”, “Mabrouk”
Interests: Traveling, football, pets

Panagiota Teskou
Chief Stewardess
Greek / 1980

Panagiota graduated from an Institute of Vocational Training in 2001 with a degree in Tax Services and later worked as a bank employee for four years. However, in 2005 she decided to make a career change and that same year she joined a charter motor yacht crew as a Stewardess for the first time. She has served on multiple yachts ever since and she has also been a student of a private Institute of Vocational Training in both Hotel Services and Maritime Studies since 2015. In addition, she has attended important seminars on wine tasting, spirits and food pairing, food quality, art de la table, has completed S.S.O. and passenger safety specialized training and Red Cross First Aid Training. She also holds a speedboat license. Panagiota is extremely efficient and experienced and is always committed to providing high quality services to the guests.

Languages: English, Italian, French, Greek
Previous Yachts: “Helen Mare”, “Helen Mare II”, “Nemesis”, “Dream B”, “Oceanne II”, “Ledra”, “Adora”, “Phandom”, “Duke”, “Riva”, “Sunday”
Interests: Swimming, playing basketball, water sports

Despina Gkioulaki
Assistant Stewardess
Greek / 1994

Despina holds a degree in Medical Assistance of Medical and Biological laboratories and a certificate from the national school of life saving and firefighting appliances. She also holds a deckhand license, a speed boat operator license and a WSPC level 1 Award in Wines certification. She has been working in the yachting industry since 2017 but also has previous experience in hospitality. She is highly motivated, hardworking and her goal is to provide excellent services and a unique time on board for our guests.

Languages: English, Greek
Previous Yachts: “Rini”, “Divine”
Interests: Traveling, sailing, yoga, swimming, reading

Christos Stathis
Sailor
Greek / 1994

Christos is a Vocational High School graduate with a degree in engineering. He also holds certificates in professional fishing and as an assistant diver. Furthermore, he has a speedboat license. Before commencing a career in luxury yachting, he used to work as a professional fisherman. He is a disciplined and hardworking member of our crew ready to cope with any difficulties.

Languages: English, Greek
Interests: Swimming, fishing, travelling, diving

Lambros Pantoulis
Deckhand
Greek / 1993

Lambros is a graduate of Le Monde Culinary Arts School and has previous experience as a Chef in hotels and restaurants in Greece. He commenced a culinary career in 2010 but recently decided to make a career turn and joined the yachting industry, bringing his passion and hard work on a luxury yacht for the first time. He is friendly, kind and always aims for perfection.

Languages: English, Greek
Interests: Playing football, motocross