Your Crew
CAPTAIN George Kourniotis & HOST/CHEF Savvas Demirtzoglou
Captain: George Kourniotis
George is an experienced skipper who genuinely loves life at sea and sharing the magic of the Greek islands with his guests—whether he’s sailing or running a fast, smooth day on a power boat. He’s calm, discreet, and easy to be around, with a natural “host” mindset: his goal is for everyone onboard to feel relaxed, looked after, and truly welcome, like they’re travelling with a trusted local friend. When he’s not on the helm, George enjoys exploring new places, finding small seaside tavernas, and he’ll never say no to a good plate of grilled fish with lemon, olive oil, and plenty of homemade sauces on the side. With professional skipper training, a Hellenic Coastguard Speed Boat Operator License, and internationally recognized safety certifications
(First Aid, Sea Survival, VHF), he speaks Greek and English and loves tailoring each trip to the pace, mood, and wishes of his guests.
Hostess/Chef: Savvas Demirtzoglou
Savvas is a professional restaurant chef with over six years of experience in luxury hospitality and high-end restaurant environments. Born in Thessaloniki in 1999, he holds a Culinary Arts degree and has developed his skills through structured kitchen operations in both five-star resorts and restaurants in areas of Athens, Thessaloniki and the Corfu town. He has also spend season working in the Club Med Alpe d’Huez – All-Inclusive Ski Resort in the French Alps.
He previously worked as Sous Chef at the award-winning Caban Restaurant at Sani Resort (5*), contributing to a fine dining concept recognized within the FNL awards. His culinary style is rooted in authentic Greek cuisine, highlighting fresh, seasonal ingredients and balanced flavors, while maintaining clean presentation and attention to detail. Ηe also has experience with Mediterranean and French cuisine. Of course his base is the traditional Greek cuisine.
Currently working at Exadas Yachts, Savvas adapts confidently to the demands of yacht galley operations, ensuring smooth service and consistent quality. Organized and disciplined, he maintains high hygiene standards and professional kitchen procedures at all times.
Polite, professional, and team-oriented, he brings personality and passion into his cooking while prioritizing guest satisfaction.
He is comfortable serving international clientele and delivering a relaxed yet refined dining experience on board.
In his free time, he enjoys traveling, music, and cinema.
His favorite food: Duck breast with purée and red sauce (served at EMMYS 2026)
His favorite island: Kerkira
His favorite series: The Blacklist!
His favorite time of the day: The Sunset!
His hobbies: Football, bowling and tennis!
Place he wants to visit: New York City!
Spring 26 Sep - 02 Oct 2026
<p>The Portuguese have a saying: "Umbilical", referring to the sea and our connection to it. In fact, united by the sea, our roots are Portuguese.</p><p>Life brought our group to Greece, the cradle of thought and philosophy, and it was a "Happy Encounter."</p><p>The lagoons we leave behind here are filled with joy and longing. We also leave behind two friends, the wonderful crew members, Julie and Andreas</p><p>Thank you for everything. See you one day!</p>
Spring 04-11 Sep 2026
<p>We want to thank George and Petros for all you did for our group. It was the most incredible trip and experience. We are now friends for life. You both are unforgettable. Thank you for the best holiday ever!</p><p>– Regina and Marco</p><p><strong>Message for the Host</strong></p><p>Στον George και τον Petros: Σε ευχαριστώ για όλα!</p><p>This past week was the trip of a lifetime. From the shores of Aegina to the "South Hampton of the Saronics" in Hydra, our intrepid crew made us feel warm and welcome everywhere we went.</p><p>We experienced ancient history, natural wonders, lost a drone, and ate like royalty. Our crew was the icing on a delightful vacation cake, and we cannot wait to come back in the future!</p><p>– Josh, Donna, Max, Nate & Carla</p>