SERENISSIMA III | 2024

Captain: Captain: Konstantinos Katsimentes

Captain Konstantinos is a seasoned mariner with an enduring love for the sea, inspired by his father, a commercial ship captain. Born on the island of Evia, he began traveling the world from a young age—exploring Africa, Asia, Europe, and America—an experience that shaped his dream to follow in his father’s wake. While studying civil engineering in Athens, Konstantinos honed his skills as a skipper and sailing instructor at the Achaean Sailing School. With over 32 years of experience in the charter industry, he has expertly commanded a wide variety of vessels including monohulls, catamarans, and motor yachts across Greek waters and beyond. Known for his calm professionalism and warm, engaging presence, Konstantinos is dedicated to creating safe, carefree, and unforgettable sailing holidays for his guests. A true waterman, he is also experienced in windsurfing, water skiing, and kitesurfing, and brings a vibrant energy to every voyage. Fluent in English and Spanish, Captain Konstantinos blends deep nautical expertise with a relaxed leadership style, ensuring a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere on board.

Chef: Michalis Englezilis

Michail Englezilis is a seasoned yacht chef with over 14 years of experience in high-end gastronomy across Greece, London and Dubai, bringing a refined culinary approach to the luxury yachting environment. With a strong background in both private yachts and fine-dining consulting, he delivers elevated, tailor-made dining experiences perfectly suited to life at sea.
His cuisine is inspired by modern Greek and Mediterranean traditions, enriched with French and Asian influences, with a strong emphasis on premium seafood, seasonality and elegant presentation. Discreet, adaptable and detail-driven, Michail creates bespoke dining moments that enhance every charter and leave a lasting impression on guests.
Previous Yacht: Serenissima

Chief Stew: Christina Xourgia

Christina is an accomplished Chief Stewardess with extensive experience in the yachting industry. Her expertise spans roles as a permanent crew hostess aboard sailing yachts and private motor yachts, where she has demonstrated exceptional hospitality skills and an unwavering passion for the sea.

Originally trained in computer science, Christina discovered her true calling as a hostess on sailing boats, combining her love for the ocean with her dedication to creating unforgettable experiences for guests. Fluent in Greek, English, and Italian, she seamlessly connects with a diverse clientele, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction. Christina's professionalism, warm demeanor, and commitment to excellence make her an invaluable asset to any yacht crew.


Deckhand/Stew : Angelos Koletsi

Meet Angelo, an enthusiastic and dedicated individual with a wealth of experience spanning seven years in the restaurant industry, both in Greece and abroad. For the past two seasons, he showcased his skills at the Grand Bretagne Hotel in Athens and at one of the top restaurants in Mykonos.
Although relatively new to the world of yachting, Angelo's strong work ethic, exceptional customer service skills, and meticulous attention to detail make him an ideal candidate for the role of steward on board. Eager to transfer his hospitality experience to the yachting industry, Angelo is committed to providing top-notch service to guests, ensuring their comfort throughout the voyage.
Known for his kindness, adaptability, and ever-present smile, Angelo is ready to contribute to an exceptional yachting experience. Fluent in both Greek and English, he ensures effective communication to meet the diverse needs of guests on board.

Previous yacht: Aloia 80

Deckhand: Nikos Nikolaou

Nikos Nikolaou, born in 2000 in Patra, Greece, joined the yachting industry in 2021 and quickly became a standout crew member on various vessels. A self-motivated deckhand with a strong sense of responsibility, he thrives in team settings and consistently brings his organizational and interpersonal skills to the table. Nikos is always looking to learn, take on new challenges, and grow professionally. Outside of yachting, he’s also a certified kite surf instructor, which reflects his adventurous spirit and passion for teaching. His positive attitude and dedication make him a reliable and energetic team player, whether it’s managing deck operations or lending a hand with guest activities. Nikos’s commitment to safety, efficiency, and personal growth makes him an invaluable asset to the Serenissima III crew, and his drive to continually improve ensures a wonderful sailing experience for all guests on board!

Kostas Katsimentes

Captain

Michalis Englezilis

Chef

Christina Xourgia

Chief Stew

Angelos Koletsi

Deckhand/Stew

Nikos Nikolaou

Deckhand