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Sailing Greece Starting from Athens

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The historical capital of Europe welcomes everyone with open arms. Blessed with tons of sunshine, incredibly significant historical sights, and some very interesting museums with remarkable displays of artifacts from ancient times. There is simply so much to do in this vibrant town. History lovers will love roaming the

The historical capital of Europe welcomes everyone with open arms. Blessed with tons of sunshine, incredibly significant historical sights, and some very interesting museums with remarkable displays of artifacts from ancient times. There is simply so much to do in this vibrant town. History lovers will love roaming the streets of Plaka, visiting the acropolis, as well as the other numerous ancient sites available here. If you are not interested in that, simply wander the streets leading to interesting stores, cafes, bars, and pretty much anything else you could think of. Athens is the perfect balance of where the ancient world meets our current reality. So you can easily get lost wandering the ancient ruins and letting your imagination take you back to the ages. Or simply escape to the modern bars, restaurants, cafes, art galleries, or night clubs available all around town. When it comes to shopping, there are simply so many options suited to all tastes and interests when visiting the capital.

We are located just outside the city center, in a coastal town called Alimos. We offer exciting and memorable sailing vacations of the Greek Islands. When beginning this type of adventure from Athens , the two primary island complexes you are able to visit are the Saronic Islands and the Cyclades . Depending on the duration of your charter you have the possibility of combining the two into a mixture of islands you will be visiting. The Saronic Islands are a lovely set of islands located in the Argolic and Saronic Gulf. They are perfectly suited to amateur sailors, families, seniors, and those seeking more relaxed sailing conditions. On the other hand, the Cyclades are known for their unpredictable weather conditions and a wind phenomenon known as the Meltemi (Strong Northern Winds) . This seems to be the ideal circumstances for experienced sailors, and those seeking more of a thrill during their sails in the Greek Islands. Both regions are incredibly beautiful in their own way, and have many distinct and interesting characteristics.

The likes of Mykonos and Santorini are known all around the world. Which has led to the Cyclades becoming some of the most popular tourist destinations on the planet. The islands in this region are known for their unique geological formations, dramatic cliffs, wild and barren landscapes, and last but not least incredible beaches. The beautiful white washed architecture and blue windows and door frames are one of the first characteristics you will notice when visiting. No island is completely alike so expect to notice some variations in the ways the towns look, how different dishes are served, and the contrast of the beaches from one island to the next. The Cyclades are some of the most interesting places to sail, this is because of the many secluded hidden bays and areas to anchor, unique geological rock formations found in the sea surrounding the islands, as well as the presence of sea caves in some of the locations you will visit.

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