VERA Yacht Charter

Angelos locks down deck operations and toys with a calm, tactical style, so every launch, landing, and swim stop runs tight and controlled while still feeling easy. When the throttle comes up or the toys hit the water, he is the steady hand in the middle of the motion.

• Greek national, born 1969
• Holds Captain’s C certificate
• In yachting since 2006 with service on M/Y O’rion, O’neiro, Elegant 007, O’mega, Pathos, Jaan
• Open water diver and responsible for watersports instruction onboard

Kostas runs VERA’s machinery like a sealed system, keeping power, cooling, and stabilizers tuned so you feel the yacht as a quiet, solid platform rather than a machine. He lives in the details below deck so your cruise feels effortless above it.

• Greek national, born 1979
• Graduated Merchant Marine Academy of Chania; holds Engineer’s Class A diploma
• 26+ years’ experience across multiple vessel types, specializing in mechanical maintenance and automation
• Previous yacht roles on M/Y IF, Jaan, Pegasus, Kintaro, O’Mathilde; joined M/Y Vera in 2024

Panagiotis builds plates that hit clean Greek and Mediterranean flavors with modern discipline, matching the sea day’s tempo from light, tuned lunches to deep, slow-burn dinners. He treats every menu as a tight route, no guesswork, just deliberate taste.

• Greek national, born 1991
• Chef Certificate from School of Culinary Arts in Greece
• Professional experience at Le Grand Hotel Gordon Ramsay, Le Taquin, Aphrodite (Bordeaux), and MAZI (London)
• Yachting experience on M/Y Moka, Islander, and Zulu3; fluent in English and French

Irene runs VERA’s interior like a precision hotel wrapped in a private club, locking in service, timing, and presentation so days and nights flow without friction. She turns meals, parties, and quiet moments into one continuous, controlled experience.

• Greek national, born 1974
• In yachting since 2013 with Chief Stewardess roles on yachts from 27m to 62m
• Background in accounting, restaurant management, and owning her own restaurant
• Trained in high-end silver service and UHNW guest experience seminars

Maria moves fast and precise through cabins and service, keeping the interior sharp while staying almost invisible, so your space feels reset and ready every time you walk back in. She runs details like a race, but the result lands calm and clean.

• Greek national, born 1996
• Holds certificate in Food & Beverage services and diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management
• Yachting since 2018 with experience on M/Y Dragon, Mamma Mia, Kintaro, and Ipanema
• Professional swimmer; joined M/Y Vera in 2024

Amor brings quiet, steady hospitality, tracking cabins, laundry, and guest requests with a patient rhythm that keeps the interior running smooth behind the scenes. She’s the soft edge that makes service feel warm instead of mechanical.

• Philippine national, born 1980
• Working as hostess/stewardess since 2005
• Served on Orca of London before joining M/Y Vera in 2021
• Fluent in English and Greek

Anastasia brings big-ship passenger experience to a private yacht scale, handling guests and logistics with that ferry-hardened efficiency that keeps traffic moving and people comfortable. She’s used to long coasts and long days, so your itinerary doesn’t scare her.

• Greek national
• Previous experience on passenger ships and ferries
• Has traveled the full length of the Mediterranean coast through her work

Ronaldo is the deck’s anchor man, keeping lines, tenders, and toys squared away while sliding guests on and off the yacht with zero drama. Years with the same owner mean he knows exactly how VERA is supposed to look and move, every day, every port.

• Philippine national, 49 years old
• Resident in Greece since age 17
• Holds speed boat license and has worked on multiple yachts
• With VERA’s owner since 2004; fluent in Greek and English

George works the deck and toy ops with solid, hands-on energy, turning boarding, anchoring, and water fun into quick, controlled moves. He’s the guy making sure the fun gear is ready, safe, and exactly where you need it.

• Started yachting career in 2018
• Experience on M/Y Summer Fun, Anamel, O’pati, Duke, and Timbuktu
• Holds certificate of apprentice engineer, bosun license, and speed boat license
• Speaks English

Michalis brings officer-level training to the deck team, backing up toy runs and tender ops with real navigational and safety depth so the active days stay sharp and under control. He’s happy on the toys, but he’s thinking like a bridge officer.

• Greek national, born 1985
• Holds Chief Officer diploma and all required certificates for his position
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration
• Experience on commercial and passenger vessels since 2012; speaks English