The Alexandra Team

Captain / Athanasios Vourvopoulos
Nationality: Greek
Captain Thanasis was born on July 13, 1978. He is a graduate of the Merchant Marine Academy and holds a Captain’s First-Class Diploma. He also holds certificates in SSO (Ship security officer), GMDSS, Arpa, Radar, Ecdis, Brm, Firefighting, and First Aid/Medical care on board. Captain Thanasis has 21 years of experience in the yachting industry; of which he has spent 13 years as a captain on high-specification motor commercial yachts. With excellent knowledge of the Aegean, Ionian, and Mediterranean waters, he can be relied on to recommend the right place for the right occasion, from cosmopolitan full-service beach clubs on popular islands to deserted sandy beaches off the beaten track. His hobbies include sailing, basketball, fishing, and martial arts. Captain Thanasis speaks English, is married, and has two children.

Chief Officer / Stelios Andrianopoulos
Nationality: Greek
Stelios holds a Class B license and graduated from the Merchant Marine Academy. He completed the traditional Merchant Marine training, having gained his seaman skills from working on board various RO/RO cargo vessels and passenger ships before moving to the luxury yachting industry in 2018. Prior to joining M/Y ALEXANDRA Stelios was a Second Officer on M/Y LADY SARYA. He has extensive experience on passenger ships. He is a great team leader and works well under pressure. When Stelios is not at sea, he loves travelling and sports. He speaks English fluently.

Chief Engineer / Lampros Georgousis
Nationality: Greek
Lampros is a graduate of the Merchant Academy and holds the highest-level Class A Engineering Diploma. He started his career onboard commercial ships and cruise ships for 16 years before deciding to pursue a career in the luxury marine industry. He holds certificates in SSO, lifesaving, and firefighting, including V1-2 and V3. He joined Alexandra years ago working his way up from 2nd engineer to chief engineer. Lampros is responsible for service and maintenance overseeing the main engines, generators, and all mechanical–electrical systems. He is married with two children. He speaks English and Greek. In his free time, Lampros likes travelling and sports.

2nd Engineer / Pallis Nektarios
Nationality: Greek
Nektarios is a graduate of the Merchant Academy and holds a Class B Engineering diploma. He started his career onboard commercial ships and cruise ships for 11 years before deciding to pursue a career in the luxury marine industry. Nektarios also has certificates in Ro/Ro & Passenger Ship Safety, Life Saving, and Fire Fighting. He is married with one child and speaks English and Greek. In his free time, Nektarios likes travelling, going to the cinema, and sports. 


Chef / Nikos Lavdas
Nationality: Greek

Nikos has been a chef for the last 22 years on board luxury yachts, high-end restaurants, and 5-star hotels in Greece and abroad. He holds a culinary certificate. He has also attended decoration and carving seminars. Niko’s rich experience enables him to accommodate special dietary restrictions, nutrition requirements, and last-minute requests. He is always up for preparing dishes with fresh fish just caught by the local fishermen on each island and creating a gourmet meal for his guests! He is married with two children. He speaks Greek and English fluently and Arabic at a beginner level. In his spare time, Niko likes travelling and music.

Chief Stewardess / Eva Kazantzoglou
Nationality: Greek

Eva was born in 1986. She speaks English and Greek fluently as well as having basic knowledge of French. She holds a degree in Optics and Optometry. Eva commenced her career at sea as a cook/stewardess in 2012 onboard sailing boats and catamarans working her way up to chief stewardess onboard motor yachts including having worked on M/Y Pandion, M/Y Oceane II, M/Y Parvati. Prior to this, she worked in various positions in the Food Service Industry including restaurants, coffee shops, and catering events. Her passion for customer service is shown through her warm smile, she will gladly welcome you onboard with the highest standards of quality!

2nd Stewardess / Irini Saragia
Nationality: Greek

Irini was born in 1992. She completed her high school studies in Melbourne, Australia as well as holding a diploma in Hotel Management at Le Monde Institute of Tourism Studies. She is a professional, hard-working person with excellent communications skills having worked in the likes of Athens Astir Palace ''Four Seasons'' and Costa Navarino. Irini holds certificates as a Sommelier having attended various seminars from Le Monde including but not limited to Negotation Skills, Behavioural Economics, and Wine Service. She speaks Greek , English, and German. During her free time enjoys travelling.

3rd Stewardess / Maria Papalexi
Nationality: Greek

Maria was born in 1976. Prior to joining the luxury yachting industry, Maria worked as a Supervisor and Manager at various retail stores as well as working in the hospitality industry at various bars/cars and restaurants building upon her customer service skills. Maria is a great addition to the team and is always happy to take on more responsibilities and offer a helpful hand in the galley when required. Maria speaks English and Greek. In her spare time, she likes to hike, climb, and go stand-up paddle boarding as well as being a freelance beautician having completed various seminars. Her previous yachts include M/Y Rini V.

4th Stewardess / Maria Koliou
Nationality : Greek

Maria was born in 1994. After completing her high school studies, she completed a degree in Mangement & Economics at the TEI of Lefkada (Ionian Islands). She commenced her career working as a secretary for a yachting agency, with further experience working as a secretary and supervisor before eventually joining the luxury yachting industry in 2022. Maria speaks fluent English and Greek. A great team player, Maria is an excellent asset to the team! Her hobbies include music, cinema, computer programming and travelling.

Bosun/ Giannis Toumpas
Nationality : Greek

Giannis has been working on board private and charter yachts since 1990. He has been assisting with ship-board operations involving maintenance, tender & water toys management, line handling, anchoring, moorings, and general deck care for the last 32 years. He has a very pleasant personality. Giannis is married with two children.

Deckhand / Kostas Kafetzopoulos
Nationality: Greek

Kostas joined the yachting industry in 2010. He holds a classic professional license. He has experience on both busy charter and private yachts, cruising all over the Mediterranean. He loves that his job enables him to pursue two of his hobbies, travelling and watersports! He speaks Greek and English fluently.


Deckhand / Kostas Velentzas
Nationality: Greek

Kostas started working at sea in 2017. He holds a skipper Class C license and a speedboat license. Kostas has a wealth of experience and is a very valuable part of the team! He speaks English and Greek and is married with two children. In his free time, Kostas likes travelling, swimming, and sports.