DAIQUIRI

Captain Yiannis Tzortzis
The captain of Daiquiri is Yiannis Tzortzis, also known as a captain with a pleasant character with over 30 years of sailing experience as part of his pure love for sea activities. He was born in Athens and he is a brilliant father of two lovely kids.
His high responsibility and natural talent to work under pressure are two powerful endorsements he gained from his successful career in Mechanical Engineering. For over the last 20 years, Yiannis has been working as a professional skipper in both sailing and motor yachts in the Mediterranean (Italy, Croatia, Greece in particular) and the Caribbean (Dominican Republic), is a RYA/MCA Yachtmaster.
Yiannis is passionate about the sea and sailing; a true sea lover with two mottos: “Safety first” & “an amazing charter for Yiannis is made of a strong team of 4 professionals who works as one to provide you an exceptional service”.
He is an excellent trainer in both sailing and water ski, really dedicated to serving his co-sailors every single day.The great experience of him, has given the convenience and the pleasure to sail with guests at the most amazing and secret spots of Greek & Mediterranean seas! Also, he is certified of «GMDSS/GO», «Medical Care», « Medical First Aid», «STCW/95 B. Safety Course», «Crowd & Crisis Management Ro/Ro Passengers», «Survival at Open Seas», «PADI Open Seas Scuba» and «IATA/UFTA F. Diploma».
In addition, he has been a pilot in cessna aircraft (172)
As a Captain, with his professional attitude and friendliness, he makes all the guest feel welcome to enjoy their sailing holiday of a lifetime!

Languages: Greek and English (fluent)

Chef Nikolaos Charitos

Nicolaos was born in 1977 and he is originally comes from Athens.
His experience in cooking already counts 14 years, with courses in cuisines based on the Greek identity. His progress was continuous through working in organic and biological cuisine, molecular, sous vide, pastry and by completing specialized seminars.
The love for cooking and for the artistic part as well, distinguished him and ranked him as a chef in well-known restaurants, 5* hotels, but also in private villas, sometimes as executive or private chef. He looks forward to an incredible summer onboard Daiquiri welcoming guests and creating an unforgettable holiday in the gorgeous Greek islands.

Deckhand Konstantina Malli

Konstantina was born in 1996 in Milos, a beautiful Greek island.From her childhood she understood that the sea is her great love.When she was 18 years old, during her maritime studies, she began working as a deckhand on several sailing yachts.
Konstantina is a hardworking person with a lot of experience. She is open-minded and always looking for new challenging tasks for professional and personal growth. Ambitious and positive thinker with environmental awareness. Identifying risks and always taking care of the safety of the passengers.
She has Skipper Diploma in sailing/power yachts. It is also worth mentioning that she has completed Scuba Diving License and she is a holder of STCW/95 B. Safety Course.
Konstantina will always be there to assist with a big smile on her face.
Languages: English, Greek

Stewardess Niki Kollia
Niki holds a University degree in Physical Education with extensive experience in outdoor sports predominantly with children and teenagers.
Her love for the sea urged her to qualify as an assistant skipper and her strong communications background, skills and pleasant personality are an asset not only for her onboard guests, but also for the crew.
Her extensive experience as a tour leader of large groups during International congresses, have strengthened her problem-solving capabilities and along with her training in hospitality will guarantee a pleasant trouble-free trip.
She has a dual citizenship, holds both an Australian and Greek-EU passport and is fluent in both Greek and English.