The Greek Ionian Islands, while less known as a charter spot than the Cyclades, offer everything you’d want in a Greek Yacht Charter. These islands, which include Corfu, Lefkada, Kefalonia, Zakinthos, Ithaca, Paxoi and Kythira, are generally less touristy, and are incredibly beautiful. You can find whatever you want for your itinerary, ranging from quiet, unspoiled anchorages to great nightlife. And of course the area is full of amazing history and ruins. Additionally, you can expect great weather in July and August, while you might run up against the Meltemi Winds in those months in the Cyclades.
Here’s a sample 7 day motor yacht itinerary in the Ionian Islands, out of Athens, to get you started.
Right now, you can also get tremendous value and early booking discounts. We have lots of charter yachts in Lefkas, from bareboat sailboats of all sizes and configurations to catamarans, motor yachts and crewed sailing yachts, both classic and modern.
It’s obvious, and we’re seeing it very strongly in our enquiries – sailboats are going to be huge in 2009. In a year of concern about finances and the environment, what could be a better way to holiday than on a low-carbon-footprint sailboat? Sailboat charter is normally far less expensive than motor yacht charter – both the base price and the fuel consumption.
(The fourth in our series of charter destinations that offer good value)
(The third in our articles about where to charter for value in 2009)
One of the trends we’re seeing recently is the combination of a yacht charter with a variety of wellness and spa treatments. These can be basic, such as healthy food and massage, to an elaborate regime managed by wellness specialists. We believe this trend makes a lot of sense – there is a natural “wellness” component to just relaxing on a yacht, so adding physical and spiritual treatments and exercises such as yoga, massage, shiatsu, healthy cuisine and relaxation regimes goes along perfectly with the charter.