NOVA Yacht Charter

Captain: Thalis Orologas

Captain Thalis Orologas
Nationality: Greek
Languages: Greek, English

Captain Thalis Orologas was born in 1978. He holds a Captain Class A Diploma among many others certificates and boasts a rich maritime career.
He joined the yachting industry armed with a spectrum of certifications, including lifesaving, firefighting, medical care, and speedboat operation, Thalis brings unparalleled expertise to his role. With exceptional navigational skills, fluent in both English and Greek, Thalis joined M/Y NOVA to unfold his exceptional navigational and team leading skills.
Beyond the helm, Thalis enjoys sailing races in his free time.

Previous yachts: m/y PRINCESS L, m/s SPIRIT L, m/y LADY L, m/s AEGEAN SCHATZ, m/s APHRODITE among others

Chief engineer Nektarios Mavridis
Nationality: Greek
Languages: Greek, English

Nektarios is a very experienced Engineer. His career started back in 2000 and after the first 10 years on board motor vessels, he got his first position as
Engineer Class A on charter motor yachts.
He has a pleasant personality and excellent knowledge of his job which makes him swift to answer to any technical requirement on the yacht. Always in excellent mood, he is definitely playing a role in making every charter on NOVA a success.

Previous yachts: m/y ZEN, m/y VITAMINE SEA, m/y FANTASIA, m/y TROPICANA, m/y REBBOTO, m/y ALFA NERO

Chef Nikos Stabouloglou
Nationality: Greek
Languages: Greek, English

Nikos is a well experienced Head Chef with 2 decades of expertise, specializing in boutique yacht dining and à la carte services. Passionate about creating memorable dining experiences while leading teams with a hands-on approach.
Skilled in preparing and overseeing a variety of dishes, ensuring high-quality results. Proven ability to manage all kitchen operations, including food preparation, team coordination, menu planning, and budget control, with a focus on presentation and taste.
A creative, organized, and team-oriented professional, dedicated to delivering exceptional service and fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.
He is extremely focused, hardworking, and dedicated to embrace all of the wishes and preferences.

Previous yachts: m/y Halcyon 45m, m/y Jaz 51m, m/y Jaan 42m

Chief Stewardess Valeriia Krolevetska
Nationality: Ukrainian
Languages: Russian, English, Greek

Valeriia is the Chief Stewardess of NOVA. She brings her excellent knowledge and pleasant personality to the team. Trained by highest standards, she is hard working and organized, always smiling, always available. She also has excellent skills as Barista and Bartender, and enchants with her care for beautiful set ups and her friendliness.
Valeria also holds a range of certifications, including training for passenger ship personnel, safety familiarization, and basic training for seafarers, as well as security-related training and designated security duties for shipboard personnel. She is also certified as a Stewardess, holds a Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene qualification, and has received professional superyacht hospitality training.

Previous yachts: m/y O’NEIRO 36m, m/y EDEN 45m, m/y O’PATI 40m, O’NATALINA 56m

Stewardess Venetia Kassou
Nationality: Greek
Languages: Swedish, Greek, English, German, Italian

Venetia is a well-rounded and service-driven professional with a recent Stewardess diploma from K.E.S.E.N. She has a strong foundation in hospitality, wellness, and guest services. Backed by academic degrees in Business Administration , Financial Accounting and Beauty Therapy. Her diverse background enhances her dedication to delivering exceptional guest service with attention to detail, she is adaptable, organized, and brings a calm, professional presence on board.

Previous yacht: m/y DREAM B

Bosun Nikos Tsagarakis
Nationality: Greek
Languages: Greek, English

Nikos love for the sea and water sports, has brought him to exploring yachting for the last seven years as a sailor. He is very passionate about his job and is the main person assisting guests with the water sport activities. Nikos also holds certificates in Life Saving, First aid (war level), Firefighting and Civil Protection from the Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos. In his free time, Nikos enjoys watersports, free diving, swimming, fishing, hiking and various other outdoor activities.

Previous yachts: m/s MALTESE FALCON, m/y ADORA, m/y STARLIN, m/y MY MISTAKE

Deckhand Paul Jolet Serrano
Nationality: Filipino
Languages: English, Greek, Filipino

Paul is the handy man of m/y NOVA, known for his strong teamwork skills and belief that effective communication and cooperation are key to delivering an exceptional charter experience. Highly motivated and committed to providing top-quality service, Paul is both friendly and discreet. He is skilled in handling a variety of tasks on board with efficiency and professionalism.
Paul speaks English, Greek and Filipino.