This year, Greece noted the number of tourists visiting the country. The European Peninsula that stretches to the Mediterranean is matched with thousands of islands that attract many visitors. Some tens of these islands are large, about a hundred smaller, and several thousand are uninhabited landmarks scattered in the Aegean and Ionian seas.
Greece is an ideal place to visit by all means and has been a famous destination since the early sixties. At that time, Frederica of Hanover, empress of Queen Hellenes, became the wife of King Paul of Greece, inviting every summer other members of the royal voyage to visit the Greek islands.
The country offers a rich heritage that spans several centuries in the past, but what seems to be praised and enjoyed by the hordes of visitors is the clear sky, crystal clear waters, excellent food choices, and friendly nature and out of Greek people - person. The best way to visit the Greek islands, if you are not part of the nobility of course, is to chart a sailboat.
Not surprisingly, in the last decade, more and more tourists have flown to rented sailboats instead of booking at hotels. This country has invested heavily in infrastructure and marinas. In addition, a number of highly experienced people were placed at the helm of local organizations and private companies in the field.
However, sailing on Greek islands usually means sailing only a few miles from one island to another - or just about one island - finding the right place to swim and have fun on your day, while spending the night at the port when you can enjoy nightlife.
Sailing on the Greek islands is always beneficial, can not stand if you are a captain of an open sailing boat or just an amateur from the sea who wants to hone their skills.
In the past, local tourism organizations supported and promoted the country's main industries using slogans such as "turn on your myth in Greece", "true experience", "welcome home" and "all-time classic", to describe what visiting Greece is all about. But words cannot be used to tell a unique feeling when you jump into the water from a sailboat or just lie in the hot sand under the sun, or when you socialize with people from all over the world and have fun.
In fact, sailing on the Greek islands was more like finding land and humans than crossing the ocean. You can join a group of fellow explorers and be near the crowd or sail to privacy and get to know the people who come with you in the most impressive way.
Drop your anchor if you want. Apart from the strong north wind of "meltemia" that appeared in August, the Greek sea is not a real challenge for the average sailboat crew. In addition, underwater life is safe because it is exciting. It's usually headed by dolphins in the bow or meet a Caretta-Caretta species of sea turtle.
Prices can vary from island to island but are quite affordable by any international standard. In most cases, the mooring costs around € 5. However, you might end up being a free rider because the local government often secretly lets sailboats dock for free in a special room near the port's main entrance. Fresh water, which is always rare on dry Greek islands flooded with tourists in the summer seems abundant today because the Greeks took all necessary steps and prepared in time to face high demand.
However, you should plan your trip early. The best time to visit in summer is June, July or even September, avoiding the hustle and bustle of August. The season officially starts in April and ends in October. However, some destinations offer sailboats for rent throughout the year.
July 17, 2019
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