Chartering a Yacht in Greece - Things to Consider
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When to Go
The sailing season in Greece lasts from March to early November. During
the Spring months, the weather during the day varies from cool to warm
and is usually cool at night. The sea temperature is not usually
suitable for swimming until the middle of May and then you can swim
right through to the middle of October. The months of May, June,
September and October usually have warm to hot daytime temperatures and
pleasant temperatures at night. There are good winds at this time, but
they are often variable. In July and August there are stronger winds,
particularly in the Cyclades islands. Spring and Autumn are the most
popular seasons for yacht chartering in Greece because this is when the
climate is most suitable and there are far fewer tourists on the
mainland and on the islands, than there are in high Summer.
Deciding on the Type of Charter
There are many options to choose from and when planning your trip you
should consider the following questions. How many people will be in
your party and will they require single or double berths aboard? Do you
require a sailing yacht, a motor yacht or a motorsailer? What level of
comfort do you want aboard? Will you require a skipper? If you require
a bareboat (i.e. you intend to do the sailing yourself, without skipper
or other professional crew aboard), what size of yacht are you
experienced in handling? Remember that European regulations, require
that two qualified people be aboard. Another option is to sail in a
group or flotilla of other boats. These can be a combination of
bareboat and skippered yachts, and can provide you with the right
balance of educational support and local knowledge.
Length of Trip
In order to get the most out of a yacht charter, the minimum length of
trip should be about 7 days. As for the maximum amount of time, that is
up to you. Many companies will offer discounts for longer charters.
Good charter companies will have lots of local knowledge on the best
routes and places to visit, and will work with you to agree an
itinerary, which suits your needs. Remember that you do not have to
spend all of your time aboard the boat. You could arrange a couple of
days at the beginning at the end of your charter to explore the
mainland. It is well worth spending at least two or three days in
Athens, which unfortunately is often side-stepped by people who visit
Greece and head straight for the islands.
About the Author
Emmanuel Mendonca is the webmaster and publisher of Athens Room at http://www.athensroom.com- a free service for finding and advertising property for rent in Athens, with a wealth of information on visiting, living and working in Greece.
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