Athena Blu

Chris was born and raised in Toronto, Canada, with deep Greek roots, and is fluent in both English and Greek. From a young age, Greece played a huge role in his life. Almost every summer was spent surrounded by the sea, island villages, fishing boats, family, food, and the lifestyle that comes with living close to the water. Leaving at the end of each summer was never easy and always left him wanting more time in the place that felt most like home. At just 19 years old, Chris built a successful high end landscaping company serving high net worth homeowners and commercial properties. Building that business taught him discipline, leadership, attention to detail, and the importance of delivering exceptional service. Combined with his Greek upbringing, hospitality and making people feel welcomed came naturally to him. At 22 years old, while sitting in Fiskardo Marina in Kefalonia, he noticed a man relaxing on a sailing catamaran with an Australian flag hanging off the stern. It hit him that this man had sailed halfway across the world and looked completely relaxed, free, and at peace. That moment inspired Chris to start learning how to sail. What began as curiosity quickly became a passion and eventually a lifestyle. Over the years, Chris has sailed thousands of nautical miles throughout the Mediterranean and Caribbean and now sails Athena Blu across the Atlantic between Europe and the Caribbean each year. Chris enjoys sharing that lifestyle and knowledge with guests along the way, whether it’s the basics of sailing, weather, fishing, island history, or discovering hidden places away from the crowds. Athena Blu was built to create experiences that feel authentic, relaxed, adventurous, and connected to the ocean and local culture. He values good energy on board, attention to detail, genuine hospitality, and creating an atmosphere where people can slow down, connect, and enjoy the experience together. Over time, strangers become friends, crews become families, and the memories created at sea last long after the trip ends.

Growing up in Canada, Amanda developed a deep passion for adventure, travel, and life on the water from an early age. Her sailing journey began in 2021 while exploring the Caribbean, where she quickly fell in love with the freedom and lifestyle that sailing offers. Soon after, she completed both her basic and intermediate sailing certifications and began building hands-on experience aboard charter yachts throughout the islands.

Amanda first entered the yachting industry working as a hostess aboard a monohull yacht, where she discovered her passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences through attentive service, beautiful presentation, and exceptional cuisine. In 2025, she joined Athena Blu, combining her love for hospitality, luxury travel, and sailing into a boutique charter experience focused on adventure, comfort, and personalized service. Cooking has always been one of Amanda’s greatest passions. She studied culinary arts in Toronto, Canada, and continues to expand her knowledge through ongoing culinary courses and training focused on international cuisine, modern techniques, and elevated presentation. Her dream is to one day continue her culinary education at the world-renowned Le Cordon Bleu. Inspired by Mediterranean flavors, fresh local ingredients, and healthy coastal cuisine, Amanda enjoys creating meals that are both refined and welcoming, tailored to each guest’s preferences. Amanda brings a warm, welcoming energy onboard and genuinely loves creating experiences that make guests feel comfortable, cared for, and connected to the journey. She believes some of the best moments in life happen around the table, at sea, or discovering places that most travelers never get to see. From preparing fresh, thoughtfully crafted meals to sharing stories, and unforgettable sunsets, Amanda puts her heart into every detail of the experience. Her goal is for every guest to leave not only with incredible memories, but feeling like they truly lived the destination rather than simply visited it.