Crew Profiles:
Captain: Pantelis Vairaktaris
Pantelis is an experienced captain with a strong love for sailing who has brought numerous yachts to Greece from the biggest shipyards in the world. In addition to having a strong work ethic, a dedication to excellence, and meticulousness, he is trustworthy and resourceful. Pantelis is a positive, energetic person with outstanding communication abilities. To provide his guests the most enjoyable and unforgettable sailing experience, he always takes into account their preferences and combines them with his knowledge of the Greek islands! As he and his guests cruise the stunning Greek Islands in HYDRUS, he looks forward to a fantastic summer.
Languages: Greek and English.

Chef: Dimitris Konstantakis
Dimitris was born and reared in Athens. Since a very young age has developed a passion and enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. After completing his studies at "LE MONDE," a culinary school in 2017, he began working in many Athens restaurants and hotels. He has been employed as a private chef and cook on several motor boats and catamarans since 2020. He strives to fulfill all of your dietary requirements with his skill in creating nutritious dishes that fit specific dietary needs, such gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options.
Languages: Greek and English.

Hostess: Judit Kovacs
Judit is from Hungary and studied Art and Art history. She spent the early part of her career as a primary school teacher in Budapest and then went on to study beauty therapy and yoga in the search for a healthier lifestyle, philosophy and practice (which Yoga embodies). She spent the last few years in Malta honing her skills as a yoga instructor which she has practiced for over 15 years.
In the background she also had a passion for the sea having been raised with a family who sailed. In 2018 her love for the sea called out to her and she switched careers and worked for P&O cruises. Last year she started her career in yachting as a hostess and we are glad to have her in HYDRUS team this year. Her varied life experiences have created a much loved and invaluable crew member.
Languages: Hungarian, English (fluent), German (basic).