Σεπ 08

Finding a sailing group

During the last years it has become very popular to charter a yacht with people you never met before. Actually passengers are willing to meet each other on board. You can come alone or with your friend and you don’t have to rent the entire boat to be able to sail.

You don’t have to be an open participating and a sociable person since everyone on board can participate on the works of the boat or having lunch or relaxing. “The wind will bring new encounters”

This type of sailing trips usually last one week or ten days and there are some very interesting islands and fish ports you may visit.

The philosophy to sail in sailboat is “the freedom”, the power to go with your floating small house where the wind takes you, in order to have unforgettable vacations.

On an sailboat you may have some hard and less hard moments but the trip will stay forever in your heart!

It is the skipper’s job to sail you to interesting places, to make you feel safe, feel at home and to take care of all possible problems

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Σεπ 07

Things you have to know when chartering a boat in Greece

You may have yourself a license but it is better to charter a boat with a skipper so you can relax and enjoy the time and let him all responsibilities, but remember, the skipper is not responsible for cooking and cleaning!!
Take with you only the items you are going to need during the trip. Do not carry luggage you practically don’t need.
Besides classic Greece, there’s Greece of the naturalistic splendor of the landscapes and the thousands of islands lost in the Homer sea where you can have unforgettable vacations in motor or sailing boat.
The climate of the Cyclades islands is dry and the summer there is the meltemi, the coming wind from the north that blows on the Aegean from June to September

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Σεπ 07

More Destinations for Sailing Greece

Chartering Yachts has been probably invented in Greece! The variety of possible routes from island to island is infinite! Cruises between 2000 islands inhabited and deserted of the Cyclades, Dodecanese and the Ionic sea are waiting for to you! Wonderful places like Mykonos or Paros, the unique Caldera di Santorini and the small authentic fish ports like Poros, Naoussa or Symi. In the night, visit the numerous tavernas and taste the famous Greek wine and food!

In the sailing circles Paros is a common name and is at the moment an attractive destination where many enthusiastic of the Chartering Boats sail there for its natural beauties, the numerous panoramic scenes and night life. A first time sailor or a veteran of the sail, you must at least once in your life, pay a visit to Paros.

The Dodecanese islands are situated in the east part of Greece, in front of the coast of Turkey.

Rhodes island is famous for its night life, the golden sand beaches and the numerous historical and archeological monuments.

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Αυγ 31

Some more tips for sailing the Greek Islands with a yacht charter

So you have decided to have the perfect vacations that you always wanted – To rent a yacht!

Before all, you must read the following advice, and write down the things you really want to experiment and what you want to do.

Advices

Tip. 1
You must see chartering a yacht like a school class, and to understand what the professor is speaking, you must be correctly informed. In this case, the yacht agent is the teacher

Read carefully the Terms and Conditions and the details of the booking procedure

Now that you know the terms and specifications, when you are going to see the chartering operator, you must know the following

Tip. 2
Before deciding what type of boat you need, ask yourself: What kind of vacations do I want? First of all, you must be the kind of person who likes this kind of vacations.
Do I want to ask friends on board for a party in a famous Greek island, or I better be alone in a small cove, scuba diving and reading my favorite book?
That’s the kind of questions you must answer at the very beginning.

Tip. 3

Following the type of person you are (and only you know this), you must decide the type of boat you are going to rent. Sailboats are slower and perfect for a romantic type, but the motor boat gives you the luxury and style of incredible life.

Tip. 4

Friends. Think carefully about the number and the type of friends you are going to have with you on board.

Tip. 5
Define well the time you want to charter the yacht, according to the places you want to visit.

These advices come to help you on your search of perfect vacations. They are not meant to replace the information provided by an agent, but to complete it. We wish you a very good time!

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Αυγ 30

Renting a yacht in Greece

A paradise in blue and white. A wonderful cruise crossing many islands, fishing villages, coves bathed by a clear water sea with a splendid sun and the intense light of Mediterranean, the white of the houses and the Earth churches, and the green of the olive trees. Small villages to enjoy a typically Mediterranean kitchen and the friendship of the Greeks
The Saronic islands, Spetses, Hydra, Aegina; Poros, Angistri, Dokos and the coast of the Peloponnese offer a zone of protected navigation of strong winds of the north. The Meltemi, a local wind of the north especially hard, is calm here without its intensity as in the Cyclades and Dodecanese
Renting a boat in Greece, is probably the best way to know this wonderful country. By visiting the small villages, drinking ouzo with calamari, take you in another dimension!
We’ll help you to prepare your itinerary in Greece so that your vacations are perfect. We know all the boats, the destinations, the taverns, the anchorages, the ports all the secrets of the country. Contact Eolia Yacht club and we’ll provide the best services for your trip to Greek Islands

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Αυγ 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Yacht Charter in Greece

1. What should I have in order to charter a sailing boat?

In Greece, in order to charter a sailing boat, you should hold a sailing license from your country or elsewhere. Also, a second person on board should also have a sailing license. In case the other person does not have a license, he will be requested to sign a statement admitting his sailing competencies.
In case nobody holds a sailing license, you can hire a professional skipper.

2. How can I find a professional skipper?

If you wish to charter a yacht with a professional skipper, we can find an experienced one for you. Professional skippers know well waters in Greece. They are able and permitted to control the sailing boat on their own. The cost of a professional skipper starts from 120 Euros.

3. Are there any charges I should know for?

Some additional charges are the following:

• Deposit – The security deposit you need to leave at the agency (you take it back with the end of the charter if everything is ok). It is left, so as the owner of the yacht has insurance for any damages that may occur or for example in case you have not returned the yacht full with fuel.
• Fuel – You receive the yacht full of fuel and you have to return it full as well.
• Port fees – In some ports you have to pay fees for your staying (indicatively the cost is about 3-5 euros)

4. What should I bring with me?

You should by all means bring a good mood with you!!
Each sailing yacht has full equipment. Depending on the yacht, you can get informed by its inventory list, to have a specific idea of objects and equipment on board. Concerning your shopping, we can offer you a check list, for you to check what you need for food and drinks, and we can deliver them to you at the yacht.

5. What about the Greek waters? Should I have any information?

You can be well informed from us concerning the weather, characteristics of each complex of islands. Also, all the yachts are fully equipped with maps and routes. In case you want us to inform you concerning suggested routes, please feel free to ask us.

see more faqs at http://www.greece-yachtcharter.gr/faq.php

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Ιουλ 29

The advantages of chartering a yacht

For most sea lovers it is unaffordable to buy a yacht. The best solution is to try yacht charters to save a huge amount of money but also take advantage of the many benefits provided when renting a yacht. Some of the most important advantages are:

1. Savings

Apart from the cost of purchase, owning a yacht has very high maintenance costs. Unless you have a private dock of your own you need to pay for parking your boat to a local marina or shipyard. Also you have to make sure that the yacht itself is properly maintained, that the motor is in good sailing condition, there are no leaks etc. The cost of making sure that your yacht is ready to sail at any time can be of thousand euros annually. On the other hand, if you charter a yacht from a reputable company you can be sure that your boat will be in great condition and your cruise will offer the best traveling experience.

2. Flexibility

Another advantage when chartering a yacht instead of buying is that you can choose a different kind of boat each time you wish to go on a cruising trip. You can choose a small yacht if you are going fishing for the weekend with your friends, or you can choose a large yacht if you are going on a 3 week holiday with your family. You can be flexible regarding the amount of money you wish to spend, and also you can choose a crewed yacht in case you don’t have a sailing license.

You don’t have to own a yacht just to enjoy a luxurious cruise in the Greek Islands. Check out our yacht charter fleet for the best selections for the best cruising experience.

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Ιουν 23

Sailing Greece – From Athens to Sporades

The name of the capital of Greece derives from the name of the goddess of the wisdom and intelligence, Athena. This unique city is the town , where the democracy saw for the first time the light of the day, and where the Parthenon, the jewel of the architecture, was constructed. Today around a third of the population of Greece (4.5 million people) live in Athens, and the modern city offers an infinite variety of culture and entertainment.
There are two hills are in the heart of the city, one crowned by the Acropolis and of monuments of Pericles, and the hill of Licabettus with the small church of Saint George. Plaka and Monastiraki, the district of the city around the hill of the Acropolis, is a tourist landmark, with narrow side streets and attractive places that show the romantic side of the city. In the summer, the streets are full of boisterous and colorful activity. Kolonaki, the district around the Likabettus hill, is typical of the modern urban life, with its elegant boutiques and numerous cafes
We warmly recommended to stay a day or two in Athens, to visit its many attractions like the temple of Nike Apteros, the theater of Dionysius, the Odeon de Atticus and the House of the Music, places you shouldn’t miss. Piraeus, the port of Athens, is one of the greatest ports in the Mediterranean, from old times, with remarkable night life along with the famous and romantic seafood taverns.
The coast, from the Pireaus to Kalamaki is bordered by high buildings. During the warm summer, the night life of the city goes to this coastal strip and its beach clubs and restaurants.

Kalamaki the port and the facilities:
Entering the port during the day is not any problem. At night there are lighted beacons, to avoid confusion with the many lights on coast. The port provides an excellent protection against winds of all directions. The mooring in the main port is reserved for a private yachting club. The soundings are sufficiently deep and the bottom is solid. Gas, water and electricity are too. The showers are located near the offices of the port. Finally, there are numerous stores and several cantinas near the port, and buses to Piraeus and Athens and vice versa.
To the north of Euboea, and far from the habitual routes of navigation, there are the green islands of the Sporades. All the islands are fertile, smooth, and idyllic, well known for the rich white sand beaches and the aquatic fauna. The islands that are more easily accessible have turned into more popular tourist destinations. The tranquility of Alonissos, the tree- covered Skopelos, Peristera (just by 25 inhabitants), the uninhabited Psathura, Palagonisi, and Skyros in the South. In Alonissos there is the famous Sea Park, a natural reserve fir the Mediterranean seal and dolphin. The islands are close to each other and therefore an ideal zone to explore by a yacht charter for familiar vacations and navigators without experience.

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Μάι 22

Yacht charter sailing holiday in Greece or the Aegean or Ionian Islands?

If you plan a sailing vacation, you should consider chartering in Greece. This Mediterranean country has thousands of islands, ruins and amazing history, beautiful anchorages and many taverns along the way, and is one of the world’s largest yacht charter regions. If you love sailing, natural beauty, history and hospitable timeless western port cities, then we recommend a sailing vacation or yacht charter in Greece.

About Greece Yacht Charter and SailingHolidays: Greece is a mountainous country, which consists of a peninsula in the southern Balkans, that projects in the Aegean and Ionian seas of the Mediterranean. The rugged peninsula is surrounded by more than 1,400 islands. Sailing in the waters of the Greek Islands offer endless possibilities to discover secluded beaches, picturesque coastal villages, beautiful countryside and the local cuisine and wines of the region. Each island has its own character – you will fall in love with them all.

Greece Yacht Charter Destinations

Sailing in the Cyclades. The Cyclades Islands are the most visited Greek islands, including Ios, Folegandros, Milos, Mykonos, Paros, Santorini and Tinos. Overall, they are composed of 39 islands, many of which are uninhabited. They are excellent for sailing, because they are close together, so that excellent and varied routes and anchorages.

We encourage you to visit the Cyclades Islandsbetween June and mid July in the summer or in September. In August, the Meltemi wind is often a factor, although it varies in intensity from year to year.

Sailing the Saronic Islands. The Saronic Islands are in the vicinity of Athens, but despite that there is still relatively undeveloped. The most visited are those of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. These islands are charming and have great restaurants, shopping and sailing, and are protected as many of the other Greek islands because of theirProximity to the mainland.

Sailing in the Sporades. If you want to experience the beauty of Greece, as you saw it on Mamma Mia, you should look at the Spordes Islands sailing. The main islands are Skiathos, Skopelos, Alonissos and Skyros. These islands are on the east coast of Greece and told the clearest waters in Greece.

Sailing in the Ionian Islands. The Ionian Islands are located in the Ionian Sea in the west of Greece. The mainCorfu, Lefkas, Kefalonia, Ithaka, and, and are known for their stunning beaches, dramatic landscapes green known and picturesque ports.

As you can see, there are unlimited opportunities sailing in Greece.

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Μάι 15

Explore the Greek Islands on your own yacht

Greece and its islands are known throughout the world as a classic yacht charter destination. Sailing the crystal blue seas among mountainous islands with white buildings shining in the sun is an experience you will never forget.

You’ll return with magical memories and captivating photographs of your voyage.

For many people sailing in Greece is the fulfilment of a dream. It’s certainly one of the best ways to explore the country.

Unfortunately every year there are a few people whose holiday is unforgettable for the wrong reason – the reality did not match up to their dream and they were disappointed. In the majority of these cases you’ll find the problem was that they had unrealistic expectations of the sailing area, type of yacht, or time of year that they chose to visit.

There are many different ways to sail in Greece. It’s important to choose carefully to ensure that you pick the best yacht charter for your needs. This is especially true if you are not an experienced sailor.

You should research the various island groups and typical weather and sea conditions in the month you plan to sail. You also need to consider what type of yacht will suit you and your budget, and whether you would prefer to simply be a guest on board or if you are looking for a more ‘hands on’ experience.

Greece has hundreds of islands and several main sailing areas, each full of history and with a distinctive culture. The best known Greek sailing areas are the Ionian, Saronic, Sporades, Dodecanese, and of course the famous Cyclades. These differ in appearance, accessibility, and weather.

It’s essential to make an informed choice if you want to have the experience you desire, especially as for many people this may be a once in a lifetime adventure.

Source: http://www.yacht-charter-greece.net/

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