DATE: 27.05. – 03.06.2023
START/END: Poros, Attica
FREE PLACES: 4/8
YACHT: GALINI
Sailing experience: not necessary
LEVEL: relaxed
SKIPPER: Cristian Engl
PRICE: 750€ per person + board cash
#01. Poros, Saronic Gulf & Cyclades
XOFrom our point of view, May and June are among the most beautiful times for a vacation on the water. The sea is already really warm, the islands are green and blooming. There are no strong winds yet and the beautiful harbors and bays are shared with a manageable number of other boats.
Sail along and enjoy without sailing experience. We are planning a relaxing week through the islands in the Saronic Gulf, with a side trip to the Cyclades if the weather is right. We will start on Poros and have a highlight right at the beginning. Greek Fusion Kitchen with our friend Alex, who cooks indescribably delicious food at the restaurant Apagio. Together we decide which destinations we will visit in the next few days. We like the mix of beautiful Greek towns and overnight stays in picturesque bays the best. Christian has more than 20 years of sailing experience and knows the Secret Escapes of the area.
#02. How can I imagine that?
Co-sailing means a joint sailing trip on a yacht with a skipper and other exciting people who together form a crew. As a fellow sailor you integrate yourself into the crew and also help with the operation of the yacht and the supply of the crew.
Together we set sails, tack, jibe, navigate, stand at the helm or drop the anchor. An experienced skipper is present during all the operations and calmly explains the handling and terms. All can participate according to their interests. In addition, interesting background information about sailing is provided: After only a short time you will grow into a crew! Previous experience is not required, and those of you who are already a bit more experienced can expand their knowledge. Of course, there is always plenty of time for yourselves!
In the evening we anchor in a bay or sail to a romantic harbor. The schedule is determined by the wind and weather, your interests, the prevailing conditions and rhythm of the tides.
Besides sailing, there is plenty of time for reading, relaxing, swimming, snorkeling, meditating, talking, walking or organizing excursions and getting to know the country and its people. The crew takes care of their own shopping and catering. Whether to visit a restaurant or cook on board is decided by all together. The skipper knows the good local taverns, specialties and shopping and helps with planning. Besides experiencing, learning and practicing traditional seamanship, mindfulness, a sense of community and simplicity characterize life on board.
Sailing along is perfect for solo travelers, couples or friends who would like to meet interesting people. People who prefer to be among themselves, are their own homogeneous group or family, it is better to charter the boat with skipper.
We would love to create a wonderful time together with you!
Sailing along. On a voyage as a fellow sailor, you decelerate in no time, and everyday life is left in your wake. The feeling of freedom and the perspective of discovering something new coming from the sea will be a very special experience.– Christian Engl
The yacht: GALINI – unique in its class!
The Hanse 575 is a perfect cruising yacht. Designed by the most successful yacht designers in the world, Judel/Vrolijk & Co. It is also impressive how a yacht of this size can be sailed on its own. Setting sail, tacking and also reefing is all done without any effort from the helm. The Hanse 575 was named Boat of the Year in many countries and meets the highest standards. If you take a look at the equipment list, you will see that you will not find anything like it among charter yachts.