Your Crew
CAPTAIN John Arvanitis & CHEF Konstantinos Tsakiridis
Captain - John Arvanitis
Born : 1999
John is 24 years old, born and raised in Athens and his passion for the sea prevailed over his engineering studies. Having 7 years of experience John worked in a variety of yachts including catamarans , motor-yachts and super-yachts 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 :
Yachtmaster offshore (RYA)
Safety security awareness.
National sailing offshore diploma
Powerboat ll
Radio Communications (General operator GMDSS)
Basic safety training STCW
Crowd and crisis management (RO/RO)
Lifeguard
Deckhand/Steward - Yiannis Sparangis
Yiannis is 35 years old, born and raised in Kalamata. Graduating from the Merchant Marine Academy and following his passion for the yachting industry he will serve his best on board Valium55.Yiannis positive presence, hospitality approach and fluent English will ensure a pleasant stay on board.
Certificates:
National sailing offshore diploma
Powerboat 1 Safety security officer ( SSO )
Advanced safety training Radio communications ( GMDSS )
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
Powerboat 1
National sailing offshore diploma
