ZALIV III

Ioannis was born in Greece in 1994 and he holds the 2nd Engineer Certificate. He graduated from the Merchant Marine Academy of Macedonia and holds all the necessary certificates. Ioannis has attended various seminars and trainings over engineering. Before joining M/Y Zaliv III, he worked on commercial ships and tankers. He speaks fluent English and he holds a speed boat license and loves all water sports.

Vasilis was born in 1987 in Greece and is a graduate of Le Monde Institute of Greece. In 2020 he attended and gained the certificate of “The professional Course in Innovative cuisine” from the Basque Culinary Center in Spain. During He has attended numerous gastronomy seminars such as Haute Cuisine, Art de la Table, Food Styling, International Cuisines, The Best of Alain Ducasse and many more. Vasilis was also awarded with the first place at three Food Carving Competitions in 2014 & 2015. Vasilis started his career at famous hotels and restaurants in Athens and in 2015 he joined the yachting industry. Prior joining Zaliv III team in 2021 he has worked onboard M/Y Ledra, head chef on M/Y Chakra and M/Y Kintaro. During winter period Vasilis is a Chef Professor at Le Monde Institute. He is an expert in International cuisines but his great love is the Greek and Mediterranean gastronomy. Vasilis is well versed in haute cuisine food preparation but equally comfortable with simple, straight forward cooking with passion and respect for quality and detail. Chef Vasilis speaks English, French and Greek and ensures that dining onboard M/Y Zaliv III will be an unforgettable experience. CHIEF STEWARD – Stavros Christodoulou Stavros was born in 1975 and he is a Greek national. He joined Zaliv III‘s crew in 2024 and has become a valuable team member. He has been working in the hospitality industry for over 30 years, started his career onboard cruise ships, then he served at many high end restaurants, such as Ithaki and Lycabettus Horizon and finally opened his own Italian bar-restaurant. He entered yachting industry in 2020 on board M/Y TURAMA, M/Y AL SALAMAH, M/Y TUEQ. He speaks fluent English and has excellent knowledge of Russian, English, French serving terminology. He is a polite and trustworthy person with excellent communications skills and guarantees impeccable service to all guests. He loves reading and trekking.

Vic was born in Philippines and he has been living in Greece since 1991. He joined yachting in 1997 on M/Y ZALIV till 2002, M/Y ZALIV II till 2003 and then M/Y ZALIV III. Before Yachting he had 6 years’ experience in restaurants and hotels. Vic speaks Greek and English He is married with two children and he likes swimming and listening to music.

Marites is a Philippine national. She holds a bachelor in Business Administration and she has been working in hospitality for many years. Before joining Zaliv III in 2024 she has offered her services onboard various yachts such as M/Y Wind of Fortune. Marites is a great team player and an enthusiastic person who is ready anytime to offer the best service to the guests. She speaks English, Greek & Tagalog and she loves cooking.

Emerita is a Philippine national and she is a licensed beautician. She has worked in various luxurious Spas in Philippines, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. Emerita is proficient in different types of massages. and offers them to all guests during their charter. She speaks English and in her free time she enjoys cinema and reading.

Vasileios was born in 1982 in Greece. He holds a Sailor’s License and Life Saving & Fire Fighting, S.T.C.W. A-V/3, A-V/2, and Ship Security Officer (SSO) Certificates. He entered yachting in 2013 and since then he has worked onboard M/Y Tropicana, M/Y Cudu, M/Y Endless Summer and M/Y Apanemia. Vasileios is full of willing and team spirit. He speaks English. He is single and enjoys sports and travelling. AB- Evangelos Lorandos Evangelos was born in Athens in 1994 and has graduated from a naval private institute. He entered the yachting industry in 2016 and since then he has served on board M/Y Capri I, M/Y Lady G II, M/Y Sanjana and M/Y Celia. He is very enthusiastic, polite and has a great sense of humor. He is single and he loves music and football. Evangelos speaks English.