Dragon - Crewed Motor Yacht Charter

Dragon´s crew have been brought together for their “can do” attitude and their genuine enthusiasm for assuring that guests have a memorable experience onboard. They have a high sense of responsibility and safety awareness and participate in ongoing training programmes aboard the yacht. The varied cultures and backgrounds of the crew have resulted in a dedicated team, which provides an exciting and friendly atmosphere. The crew of the luxury motor yacht DRAGON looks forward to welcoming you onboard and offering you an unsurpassed experience with the highest standards.

Nick Kalimeris - Captain
Greek - Speaks English, Greek

Captain Nick was born and lives in Athens. He has over 20 years of experience in the marine industry from passenger ships to motor yachts. He joined the yachting industry in 2007 and has extensively cruised the Eastern and Western Mediterranean. Nick graduated from the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos and with all the required marine licenses and certifications under his belt, has certainly made the most of his career at sea. He brings a disciplined approach to each and every task. As the captain, he takes great pride in creating tailor-made experiences for each charter. His love for travelling provides Nick with the passion to research and organise all kinds of activities for the enhancement of the experience onboard.
Captain Nick has assembled an experienced and efficient team that is now working alongside him and will take every effort in ensuring your charter runs smoothly and efficiently to always guarantee the perfect trip!

George Geranios - Chief Engineer
Greek - Speaks English, Greek

George lives in Athens. He graduated as an engineer from the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos. George has 29 years of experience in the marine industry ranging from unlimited tonnage tankers to passenger ships and he has all required marine licenses and certifications. He first joined the yachting industry in 2009. He brings a great deal of experience and knowledge to ensure the smooth operation of the yacht and her services. He has completed all the required safety training and is available 24 hours a day to deal with engineering issues.

Yannis Linas - Chef
Greek - Speaks English, Greek

Yannis was born in Athens in 1984 . He has 23 years of experience as a chef and is a member of the “World Chef´s Association.” He is a judge at chef competitions and a culinary professor as well as having received the gold medal of honour at the Greek Taste Beyond Borders 2023 as well as being awarded a prestigious prize by the 2024 Luxury Side of Greece Awards for his outstanding dedication to crafting gourmet dining experiences at sea. During his long career he has prepared gourmet meals for very important guests in hotels, villas and mega yachts. He is very passionate with his work and loves to cook Mediterranean, Asian , French , Italian and Mexican recipes as well as desserts and birthday cakes. He has certificates for HACCP ISO 22000 as well as having attended seminars on Mediterranean and Chinese cuisine.

Eva Boyiatzi - Chief Stewardess
Greek - Speaks English, Greek

Eva was born in Piraeus (the main port in Greece) in 1978. She has 8 years of experience in the yachting industry. Throughout that time period, she has enjoyed travelling to various parts of the world accruing sea miles and an abundance of experience in hospitality and service. Eva has extensive experience on charter vessels from 37 to 50 meters. She is a very dedicated and efficient chief stewardess and has a professional and warm manner with all her guests. Eva has silver service skills as well as holding a G.U.E.S.T 1 Diploma which includes silver service, wine bartending, and mixology courses. In addition, Eva has a power boat license and a Chief Stewardess license. She has a creative and elegant style when it comes to table decoration and event planning for the guests. Eva enjoys challenges and takes great pride in providing excellent service to all guests onboard!

Eleftheria Rouboulakou - 2nd Stewardess
Greek - Speaks English, Italian, Greek

Eleftheria brings a wealth of hospitality expertise to the yachting world, having honed her communication skills and the ability working under pressure as a hostess in a luxury resort catering to HNWI. In 2020, she took the plunge into the yachting industry, starting as a solo stewardess on a 36m motor yacht, where she not only embraced the challenges of serving esteemed clientele but also cultivated a client-centric mindset, improving her multitasking abilities and keen attention to detail. Determined to continually enhance her skills, Eleftheria made a significant career move to a 45m motor yacht, demonstrating her commitment to delivering unparalleled guest experiences. As a forward-thinking professional, she actively participates in workshops to expand her knowledge and has attended seminars such as ´Silver Service,´ ´Synchronized Service,´ ´Themed Dinners,´ ´Food Handling Rules,´ and ´Wine Presentation.´ Eleftheria´s creativity shines through in her passion for crafting flower arrangements, innovative table settings, and organizing themed dinners tailored to guests´ preferences. Armed with all the necessary certifications, her adept problem-solving mentality and collaborative team spirit position her as a valuable asset within the m/y Dragon team.

Andrei Pricochi - Bosun
Moldovan - Speaks Romanian, Russian, Greek, English

Andrei was born in Moldova and lives in Athens. He studied International Economic Relations at Moldova State University. Andrei entered the yachting industry in 2009 and holds a skipper´s license, sailor´s license as well as a power boat license. When he is transporting guests on the tender, clients can feel confident and safe in the knowledge that they are in the most capable hands. He aims to provide an enjoyable and friendly time onboard. Andrei is hard-working and extremely polite.

Angelo Rika - Deckhand
Albanian - Speaks Albanian , English , Greek

Angelo was born in Albania and lives in Athens. He studied Tourism Administration and has a Diploma in F&B Management and Chef D’ouvre. He has worked in many positions in the hospitality sector and joined the yachting industry in 2018! He holds a Sailor and Powerboat License and is a great asset to the team. Angelo is willing and has a strong team spirit.

Evangelos Dimopoulos - Deckand
Greek - Speaks English, Greek

Evangelos is a dynamic and goal-driven professional, adept at seamlessly managing multiple tasks with an unwavering positive attitude. Fueled by a genuine passion for exploration, his academic background in technology, combined with an enduring love for the sea, propelled him into the yachting industry. In 2019, Evangelos embarked on his journey as a skipper on a crewed catamaran, leveraging his expertise in the hospitality sector to excel in delivering exceptional customer service. Eager to advance his career, he transitioned to the luxury yachting realm. Possessing credentials such as a power boat license, RYA certificate, STCW, and H.O.R.C, Evangelos made significant contributions as a deckhand aboard prestigious yachts like m/y Sanctuary (45m) and m/y Magna Grecia (65m) before seamlessly integrating into the esteemed m/y Dragon team. Beyond the professional sphere, Evangelos channels his energy into pursuits like crossfit, globetrotting, cooking, and the exploration of new water toys.