Tag: Travel preparation
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Reef-Safe Sunscreen in Greece
The Most Important Rule: Protect Your Skin First Environmental considerations should never come at the expense of effective sun protection. The best sunscreen is the one that: For most sailing holidays in Greece, we recommend: If you’re getting sunburned, you’re doing more harm to yourself than any sunscreen ingredient is likely doing to the environment.…
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10 Things to Do on a One-Week Escape on Katja
Ever wonder what you’ll actually do on a week-long sailing catamaran tour in the Southern Ionian Sea? Will you get bored or stir-crazy in a cabin? Don’t worry, it’s super unlikely. To give you a real feel for our skippered catamaran tours from Lefkada, here are 10 things we highly recommend doing. Our 10 highlights…
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Sailing trip costs explained: kitty vs. crewed charter model
‘How much does a sailing trip cost?’ …we hear this question frequently. And indeed, the cost of a sailing trip is often difficult to estimate from the outside. Depending on the boat, the area, the size of the crew and the cost model, expenses can vary considerably. The topic of “the boat kitty” regularly causes…
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The Weather in the Ionian Sea – Month by Month Guide
If you’re planning a sailing or catamaran trip in Greece, knowing the Ionian islands weather is essential for a comfortable and enjoyable holiday. From warm, calm summer days to cooler, quieter months in spring and autumn, the region offers something for every type of traveller. In this guide, we’ll explore month-by-month air and water temperatures,…
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Holidays on the Water on a Monohull, a Catamaran or a Cruise Ship? How to Choose the Right Boat for You
If you’ve ever thought about a vacation on the water, you will soon be confronted with the many ways to travel and spend time and money on this kind of holiday. From huge cruise ships to sporty sailing yachts to comfortable catamarans, each style offers a completely different experience. This guide breaks down the key…
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Packing List for Sailing and Diving Holidays
A holiday on the water follows its own set of rules. When you spend several days living on a sailboat, add diving into the mix, and constantly move between sun, wind, salt, and sea, you quickly realise: your packing list looks very different from a classic beach vacation. To make things easier, here’s our tried-and-tested…
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A Week Aboard Katja
Let me tell you about a typical week on board Katja. Every week is different, and we adjust our route to the weather and the preferences of the crew, but your tour with us might look something like this. Saturday – Ready to Set Sail Whether you’ve already explored Greece on your own or are…