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Name: Antonis Nikolaou

Position: Captain
Nationality: Greek
Languages: English | Greek

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Born and raised by the sea on the picturesque island of Corfu, Antonis developed an early passion for sailing and maritime life. With a career spanning over a decade in the yachting industry, he has captained a variety of luxury motor and sailing yachts, demonstrating exceptional leadership, navigational expertise, and a deep understanding of Greek hospitality.
Holding a Captain C’ Class license and a Yachtmaster Ocean Power & Sail certification (up to 200GT), Antonis has successfully commanded prestigious vessels. His extensive experience ranges from private yacht management to high-end charter operations, ensuring top-tier service and seamless voyages for guests.
With a calm, motivated, and enthusiastic personality, he excels in creating a safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable experience on board. His strong commitment to crew management, guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency makes him an invaluable asset to any yacht.
Fluent in English and equipped with advanced safety, medical, and radio communication certifications, Antonis is fully prepared to navigate international waters with confidence and professionalism. Driven by a love for the sea and a dedication to excellence, he is eager to embark on new journeys, delivering world-class service at every port.

Position: Hostess

Name: Esterlyn Panidoy
Nationality: Greek
Languages: Greek | English

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Esterlyn joined the crew of NINETEEN in 2022, and since then she has exhibited an immense professionalism from her first day, becoming a backbone of the team aboard and making sure all our guests get the experience they expect. Immediately apparent is how much Esterlyn cares about the people around her - her guests, team and family. Esterlyn has an extensive background in hospitality and customer care. In 2011, she joined the Oyster group to train as an air hostess, having previously completed her studies in preschool pedagogy at IEK DOMI. In the past decade, she has worked as a childcare professional and hostess, with her primary responsibilities including cabin safety, supply maintenance and passengers’ overall satisfaction in the air.
Esterlyn is also an accomplished cook. Following in her mother’s footsteps and growing up in household where Mediterranean and Asian cuisine existed side by side, she developed her skills at home before having the opportunity to share her skills and love of various cuisines with her guests. She has also had the opportunity to train over winters at various restaurant groups, featuring Italian and international cuisine.Having come from these fast-paced customer service and hospitality industries, Esterlyn has honed her soft skills, chief among them problem solving, time management and teamwork, leading her to develop a strong work ethic. Combined with her childcaring and cooking prowess, she makes the experience aboard relaxing and seamless. Esterlyn speaks fluent English and Greek. She is a patient and committed hostess, eager to make every effort to make the guests experience as wonderful as it can be.

Position: Deckhand

Name: Leonilo Aldovino
Nationality: Filipino
Languages: Greek | English | Filipino

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‘Nilo’ as he is known affectionately among the crew is a very experienced sailor with over 15 years of experience in the yachting industry, and three years of experience on charter vessels. A light, warm and welcoming personality, he faces all the challenges on the boat with enthusiasm and a positive attitude. He is a vital member of the crew, and his can do attitude and excellent cooperation with the captain and the rest of the crew is what builds the warm vibe you will find on board. Nilo speaks English fluently.

Position: Hostess

Name: Konstantina Kousoula
Nationality: Greek
Languages: Greek | English

Konstantina Kousoula is a highly accomplished hospitality professional with over 25 years of experience in luxury hospitality, fine dining, and premium guest service, including work at Costa Navarino. She has a proven ability to deliver exceptional service to high-profile and demanding international clientele with discretion, elegance, and meticulous attention to detail. Her extensive background in luxury restaurants and upscale hospitality environments has developed strong expertise in fine dining service, guest relations, organization, and maintaining the highest standards of presentation and professionalism. Dedicated, adaptable, and service-oriented, she is well suited for a Luxury Yacht Stewardess position, focused on creating outstanding guest experiences onboard. Married with two children, she is a mature, reliable, and committed professional with excellent interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.