Captain Spyros Pavlou

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M / Y P A T H O S

Captain, Spyros Pavlou
Born in Athens, Greece, in 1984, Captain Spyros is a seasoned mariner. He graduated from the esteemed Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyros in 2006, beginning a journey that led him from apprentice to chief officer, and ultimately to his passion in the yacht industry. With extensive experience at the helm of private and commercial yachts, Captain Spyros is a master of his craft. He's well-acquainted with the Aegean and Ionian Seas, crafting personalized island itineraries and coordinating onshore activities. Fluent in both English and Greek, his engaging sense of humor adds to the enjoyment. Beyond his maritime career, Captain Spyros is a certified PADI diver, indulging his passion for underwater exploration. This, combined with his diverse nautical background, ensures an unforgettable voyage. In Captain Spyros's capable hands, your maritime journey transforms into an immersive experience guided by expertise and a flair for the extraordinary. Spoken Languages: Greek (mother tongue), English (fluent), Spanish (beginner). Previous yachts: M/Y CHAMPAGNE SEAS, M/Y AL MIRQAB, M/Y SAPPHIRE, M/Y HARVESTER, M/Y PAOLYRE.

Chief Officer, Polychronis Evangelopoulos
Chronis, born in 1978 in Athens, began his maritime journey at the Merchant Maritime Academy of Aspropyrgos. His career kicked off aboard Hellenic Seaways Catamarans, including High Speed 4 and Flying Cat 2. In 2002, he transitioned to the luxury yachting industry, steadily advancing from Deckhand/Steward to Bosun and ultimately Chief Officer. Chronis has sailed extensively throughout the Mediterranean, fueled by his deep-seated passion for the sea, underscored by his Open Water Scuba Diving PADI qualification. Fluent in both Greek and English, he has served on notable yachts like M/Y Champagne Seas, M/Y Mamma Mia, M/Y Velvet,and M/Y Perseus.

Chief Engineer, Alexandros Karsanidis (Alex)
Chief Engineer Alexandros was born in 1972 in Athens, Greece, and graduated from the Merchant Marine Academy in Athens. He has worked with Captain Panos in the past and joined M/Y PATHOS in 2017. He is married and has 2 children. Alex commenced his career onboard tanker vessels, building experience, and knowledge, he then decided to switch his career and joined the yachting industry in 2001. He had previously worked together with Cpt. Panos for 6 very successful years onboard two luxury yachts. He speaks fluent English and Greek. Alex enjoys spending his free time cycling & reading books. He holds both a speedboat and a scuba diver license.

Chef, Fotis Koutantos
Fotis was born in 1973 in Athens. He has been working on Pathos since 2018. He is married and has 3 kids. He holds diplomas in Cooking and Patisserie from the “School of Tourism Professionals” in Anavyssos. Fotis started as a chef in some of the most well-known restaurants in Athens and has been in the yachting industry since 2012. Fotis is also a consulting chef in restaurants helping with their menu structure as well as their cuisine setup and training needs. He uses his talent and knowledge of fish to create new dishes inspired by Greek and Asian cuisine. He speaks fluent English & also communicates well in Italian. During his free time when not attending cooking seminars and exploring new creations & cuisine trends, he enjoys reading.

Chief Stewardess, Patra Magnisali
Patra, born in 1987 in Athens, holds a Bachelor of Science in Tourism Business Management. With a rich history in yachting, she boasts extensive experience on both private and commercial yachts. Committed to professional growth, she actively participates in seminars covering silver service, barista skills, and food and wine pairing. Fluent in Greek and English, Patra balances her career with a passion for fitness, tennis, travel, cultural exploration, sailing, and hiking. Notable past yachts include M/Y Champagne Seas, M/Y L'Equinox, M/Y Riva I, M/Y Sapphire, M/Y Alexandra, M/Y Dragon, and M/Y Summer Dreams.

2nd Stewardess, Alina Lomtatidze
Alina, our Second Stewardess, brings a wealth of experience to the yachting industry, boasting many years of dedicated service. With a background in hospitality, coupled with extensive onshore experience, her refined skills and graceful demeanor contribute significantly to the excellence of our Pathos interior department.Outside of her professional endeavors, Alina finds joy in various hobbies, including cycling, reading, and hiking.

3rd Stewardess, Cyril Adupe
Cyril was born in 1984 in the Philippines, and for the past 17 years, she has been living in Greece. Ever since she came to Greece, she has been working in the Tourism and Yachting industry specializing in hospitality and housekeeping. Her work experience includes working at five-star hotels and luxurious yachts. Cyril has been working on yachts for the past eight years. She speaks fluent English, Filipino, and Greek. She is married and has two kids.

Deckhand, Jerick Pol Reterba
Jerick Pol was born in 1978, after high school graduation he left the Philippines and has been living in Greece since 2003. With various previous experiences on different sized boats he joined Pathos four years ago. Jerick is very communicative and easygoing. He has a passion for Taekwondo and mountain bike trails.

Deckhand, Panagiotis Mantzavas
Panos was born in 1992 in Athens, Greece and graduated from the BBA in Applied Foreign Languages in Management & Economics. After completing his studies Panos started working as Dock based worker on Tan Cruiser Serifos. Panos loves his country and he is totally convinced that every island in Greece can become a memorable place for your vacations. In his free time, he enjoys wakeboarding and snorkeling. He is fluent in English.