Sanjana

Konstantinos Christodoulou

Position: Captain
Nationality: Greek

Captain Kostas was born in 1977, is married and has two children. His early years were spent studying and practicing in
the Greek Merchant Marine Academy. He holds an A’ Class Captain’s Certificate and commenced his career working onboard
tankers and passenger ships for ten years. For the last 11 years, Kostas has been active in the yachting industry onboard private and
charter yachts. He has extensively cruised the Mediterranean sea and his experience is a valuable asset which will make you feel safe. Kostas works closely with his guests to ensure that all of their requests are met and exceeds their expectations! His love for his sea and role as Captain provides the passion to research and organize all the kinds of activities for the enhancement of the onboard experience. He will show you the most beautiful beaches, caves and areas during your cruise. His passion for the sea rules his life! He has been onboard Sanjana since 2013. He speaks fluent English.

Panagiotis Michelis

Position: Engineer
Nationality: Greek

Panagiotis, a hard wording engineer who started off at a young age learning and practicing onboard small cargo ships and tankers as his father was a captain. After graduating in 2007 from the Merchant Marine Engineers AEN in Aspropyrgos, he attained his degree as a second engineer and then as a chief engineer. Worked on board Xenios Cargo ship (Valesa Company) as a 3rd and 2nd engineer, carried on at M/T Alexandra, M/T Aragona, M/T Suvreta. Currently a chief engineer onboard M/Y Grace. A very dynamic character, enthusiastic, with ambition and appetite for work. He is a down to earth person, has formed excellent relationships with yachts owners and crew. In his free time he likes to keep fit and road cycle, play football and basketball. Enjoys the movies and loves animals and helping them whenever he finds the opportunity.

George Kavatziklis

Position: Chef
Nationality: Greek

With over 20 years of worldwide experience in fine dining Chef George has been onboard Sanjana since 2017. He was born in 1973 and raised in Greece. From his very young age he has developed a passion for the fine Mediterranean cuisine. His University degree, specialized in culinary arts in the USA, his ambition and passion for food service and fine cuisine was his ticket to numerous continents of the world where he was introduced to new techniques, aromas and flavors. His working experience worldwide, in known hotel chains and fine dining restaurants (Boston, Sydney, Dubai, Bahrain, Athens) doubtfully will provide Sanjana’s guests with an unforgettable dining pleasure! George is a true master of fine Mediterranean fusion cuisine. He cooks from the heart using only supreme available ingredients and he promises to challenge your palates and bring your dining experience to the next level. In addition to his passion for food, he shares a great passion for nature and extreme sports. He is a master certified diver, loves fishing, hunting and sky diving.

Nikoleta Roupaka

Position: Chief Stewardess
Nationality: Greek

Maria is a chief stewardess who is really experienced and has extensive knowledge in hospitality and interior maintenance. She is hardworking with an excellent attention to detail and is very well organized. She strives to create the best possible experience for her guests. After finishing with her Journalism and Tourism studies she started working in various food services, hotel and catering. She started her yachting career in 2019. Nikoleta is providing her highest standards of service to VIP and VVIP guests onboard. She is a skillful teamwork stewardess, always delivering the best results in demanding environments.
Spoken languages: Greek, English
Previous yachts: M/Y IPANEMAS, M/Y LET IT BE, M/Y CUDU, M/Y ZEN, M/Y ALBATROS

Sofia Maloupou

Position: 2nd stewardess
Nationality: Greek

Sofia is a stewardess, familiar with working in a multicultural environment as she has offered her services to worldwide nationalities. She has her certificate of Greek Seaman’s Book where she learned all about survival techniques, fire prevention and fire fighting as well as elementary first aid. She ensures that service is always maintained at the highest standard, is a team worker, highly adaptable with positive mentality.
Spoken languages: Greek, English
Previous yachts: M/Y TOY, M/Y ALEXANDRA K, M/Y MIRAGE, M/Y APANEMIA

Kyriakos Alevizopoulos

Position: Deckhand
Nationality: Greek

Kyriakos was born in 1983 and is a Greek national. He is married and has two sons. Kyriakos holds a Boatswain’s certificate since 2009, and also a firefighting and lifesaving certificate and speedboat license. His thirteen year's experience onboard yachts have offered extensive knowledge and experience and have enabled Kyriakos in becoming a very able seaman with a high sense of responsibility and awareness. He also has experience in water sports and he is there to assist his guests wherever needed. he has been onboard Sanjana since 2018 and speaks English.