Valium 55

Captain - Fivos Arvanitis
Fivos is 27 years old, born and raised in Athens and his passion for the sea guided him to choose Yachting over Mining Engineering. He grew up windsurfing and sailing around the Greek islands. He was part of Valium62 crew(deck-steward) and also S/Y Baracuda(Bosun). After working as captain on yachts up to 60 ft he is returning to the Valium family and he is ready to sail with you around Greece sharing his stories about the islands and secret spots! Always eager and communicative making sure his crew and himself will deliver the best service possible to their guests. Fivos holds many other certificates apart from his skipper’s diploma because safety is his first priority on a yacht. He speaks Greek (native), English (fluent) , German (fluent), Spanish (basic).

Certificates :
RYA - Yachtmaster OffShore
National sailing offshore diploma
Powerboat ll
Radio Communications (General operator GMDSS)
Advanced safety training STCW
Crowd and crisis management (RO/RO)
Lifeguard


Deckhand/Steward - John Arvanitis
Yiannis is 23 years old, born and raised in Athens and , just like his captain and brother Fivos , his passion for the sea prevailed over his engineering studies. Having 5 years of experience Yiannis worked in a variety of yachts including catamarans , motor-yachts and superyachts that helped him develop his yachting and service skills despite his age. He is a young professional and very dedicated person always willing to provide and exceed your expectations. In addition, his water-sports background will ensure safe entertainment with the equipment Valium55 provides. He speaks Greek (native) , English (fluent) , German (basic) and Spanish (basic).

Certificates :
National sailing offshore diploma
Powerboat ll
Radio Communications (General operator GMDSS)
Basic safety training STCW
Crowd and crisis management (RO/RO)
Lifeguard

Chef - Konstantinos Tsakiridis
Konstantinos, a true food enthusiast with an insatiable passion for all things that bring people together. He believes that food is more than just sustenance - it has the power to bring people together and create unforgettable experiences.
Not afraid of taking risks and is always willing to try something new. He has a keen eye for detail and is meticulous in his approach to cooking.
His curiosity and desire to learn about different cuisines have taken him on a delicious journey that he continues to explore with an open mind.
Traditional inspired dishes remade with bold flavors, stunning presentation, and attention to detail. Konstantinos takes great pride in creating a memorable experience for his guests, always pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the kitchen.
With a willingness to take risks and try new things, Konstantinos is constantly evolving his craft and inspiring others to do the same
He speaks Greek (native), English (fluent)

Certificates :
Basic safety training STCW
Culinary arts IVT Omiros college