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MOYA - CREW BIO
Captain Thanasis Damalidis
Thanasis was born in Athens in 1990.At the age of 11 he had his first experience in sailing as his family used to charter yachts for holidays. Sailing was his true passion so he decided to expertize it and start working in the sea. He started gaining experience by assisting the delivery of newly launched mono hulls and catamarans from the shipyards abroad as well as everywhere in Greece. His charter experience started from smaller size yachts, going to bigger and bigger year after year. Especially last year with 21 weeks of non stop charters and many many happy customers! Thanasis holds an offshore sailing license by HORC club and a powerboat license from Greek authorities. He also holds a first aid license from Greek Red Cross and in his free time he is a volunteer in Red Cross Samaritans, Rescuers and Lifeguards. Skipper Thanasis is always ready to welcome his guests, aiming to ensure a hospitable experience on board and show them the most beautiful hotspots of the Greek islands. He speaks English fluently. His hobbies are diving, training and shooting club.
Chef Athanasios Kyriakidis
Chef Athanasios is a passionate and experienced Greek chef with over 15 years in restaurants, hotels, and luxury crewed catamarans. Having served as Head Chef in renowned establishments across Greece and abroad, he brings refined Mediterranean flavors, fresh seafood specialties, and creative international dishes to the table. Known for his calm professionalism and warm hospitality, he designs tailor-made menus to suit every guest’s preferences, including vegetarian and children-friendly options. With a true love for the sea and fresh ingredients, Chef Athanasios creates memorable dining experiences that perfectly complement life onboard.
Stewardess
Sia Simeonidou
Sia is a highly motivated and detail-oriented stewardess with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences at sea. With a strong background in hospitality andy sailing catamarans and motor yachts, she brings a polished, professional, and friendly presence to the crew. She works closely with the chef and captain to deliver seamless, tailored experiences, whether on charter or with private owners. Fluent in English, and with a friendly and approachable personality, Sia ensures that every guest feels at ease and well cared for throughout their time on board.
Her goal is to leave a lasting smile on the faces of everyone she encounters by creating a seamless and extraordinary voyage
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