DREAM Yacht Charter

Captain: Ioannis Chalkias

Captain: Ioannis Chalkias
Captain Ioannis Chalkias is a highly experienced Greek captain with over three decades at sea and more than 20 years commanding luxury motor yachts. A graduate of the Merchant Marine Academy of Hydra, he holds a Captain Class B’ license (up to 3000 GT) along with extensive STCW and specialist maritime certifications. Ioannis has captained a wide range of yachts from 26m to 45m, including Ferretti, Custom Line, Princess, Benetti, and Posillipo vessels, operating both private and charter yachts throughout Greece and the Mediterranean. Known for his calm leadership, strong organizational skills, and deep local knowledge of the Greek islands, he ensures smooth operations and exceptional guest experiences onboard. Having most recently commanded several successful charter yachts in Athens, Captain Ioannis brings professionalism, safety, and a passion for the sea to M/Y DREAM, creating memorable journeys for guests while maintaining the highest standards of yacht management.
Languages: Greek (native), English (fluent).

Chef: Kiriaki Dovinou
Born in Kymi, Evia, raised and worked in Athens, Kyriaki comes from a traditional Greek family and got from them all the basics that a Greek Cook needs from teir childhood. She worked for various restaurants around the Aegean (e.g. Santorini) before joining the yachting industry. This is where she feels most comfortable, and can have a go to everything, from shopping, to planing menus and designing her fine meals for some very demanding clients.
And that is what characterizes Kyriakiʼs cooking today. She produces traditional Mediterranean dishes, with a modern touch, always based on fresh high quality ingredients. With a warm personality, quick and practical, Kyriaki will apply her knowledge to a modern Culinary Philosophy rooted in the Greek & Mediterranean tradition. Some past yachts are: Eva, Tamarita, Wind of Change, Thea Malta.
Languages: Greek (native), English (fluent).

Chief Engineer: Epaminondas (Nondas) Katsanos
Chief Nondas is a very experienced engineer with a solid background in shipping, shipyards and surveying before joining the yachting industry some 25 years ago. He is the go-to person for anything and will find solutions in the blink of an eye. His presence on board DREAM is essential to all the crew and guests. Nondas has a calming effect on everyone with his friendly can-do attitude. Chief Nondas has served on various charter yachts in the past, some of them are: Obsession, Happy Dolphin, Solaris, Iris.
Languages: Greek (native), English (fluent).

Stewardess: Katerina Kestekidou
Katerina Kestekidou is an accomplished stewardess and certified massage therapist with a wealth of experience in both luxury hospitality and the yachting industry. Over the years, she has demonstrated remarkable adaptability, resilience, and professionalism across a range of prestigious resorts and high-profile yachts, including M/Y AQUILA, M/Y DALOLI 147, and SUPER PHANTOM 85. Her strong communication skills and innovative spirit make her a valuable asset to any team. With extensive training in massage therapy, physiotherapy, emergency first aid, and silver service, she brings a unique blend of wellness expertise and elite service to onboard operations. Equipped with maritime and wellness certifications, Katerina consistently exceeds expectations in guest care, creating sophisticated and relaxing experiences. Her dedication, creative energy, and broad skill set clearly mark her as an exceptional stewardess in the international yachting scene.
Languages: Greek (native), English (fluent).

Deckhand: Marvin Sia
Marvin is an excellent sailor, quick, efficient and dedicated, he is discreet but always at hand to assist in any circumstance. Marvin has been in Greece on charter yachts for the last 6 years.
Languages: Filipino (native), English (fluent).