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Each summer the pages of the papers are filled with celebrities hopping off yachts looking tanned, relaxed and exceedingly glamorous. This summer why not join the jet set and enjoy your own Mediterranean sailing holiday courtesy of Dream Marine.
The sailing specialist is offering luxury holidays taking in some of Europe’s most chic and cosmopolitan destinations from the old fashioned romance, style and glamour of the Western Mediterranean to the cosmopolitan and lively resorts of the East.
The Western Mediterranean covers some of Europe’s most coveted holiday destinations from the French and Italian Rivieras to the picturesque islands of Corsica, Sardinia, Sicily and the Balearics.
The French and Italian Rivieras are best known for their classical buildings, glitz, glamour, great restaurants and world class wines. There is no better place to go if you want to join the jet set…….just make sure you choose the right yacht to suit your desires! However, if you prefer something a little more low key, there are other ports along the French and Italian coastline offering a more traditional experience combined with some spectacular castles, monuments and walled towns.
The Western Mediterranean is also sprinkled with delightful islands, each with its own unique style, offering a different experience. Corsica for example, is an enchanting and mountainous island which very much encompasses its French roots in everything from its sense of style to the great cuisine. While Sardinia and Sicily which are both heavily influenced by Italy, are great for sailors looking for unusual landscapes. Sardinia is a haven of secluded coves and peaceful bays and Sicily, the Mediterranean’s largest island, is home of the beautiful Mount Etna, which over the centuries has continually changed the landscape of this unusual island paradise.
If you are looking for a sailing holiday that takes in more historical locations combined with cosmopolitan resorts and delicious locally caught seafood then the shores of the Eastern Mediterranean are for you. Here you can take in Greece, Turkey and Croatia.
Croatia offers a relatively short coastline, however excellent winds and fantastic scenery makes this a sailing paradise. When you are ready for a break either drop your anchor in one of many deserted coves or stop off and join in the local culture in one of the historic ports.
Turkey is famed for its wonderful sailing and you’ll not be short of companions as you wind around the mountainous coastline over the clear turquoise waters. If you can bear to tear yourself away from the water Turkey is a delight of bustling markets, ancient monuments, sophisticated marinas and endless nightlife. Alternatively you may also wish to stay with the water but take a dive into the deep and explore some of the country’s sunken ruins……
Finally if you want a sailing experience like no other then Greece is not to be missed. With approximately 6,000 islands and islets it’s a challenging and exhilarating sailing experience. When you finally do port there is an endless choice of places to visit from the volcanic Cycladic islands of Santorini and Mykonos to the supremely historic Dodecanese islands of Rhodes and Kos. Or perhaps try the Ionian islands of Zante and Kefalonia which are known for their unique wildlife including endangered turtles.
Whatever option you choose the Mediterranean is your oyster as you sail off into the sunset in one of many superb locations.
Dream Marine’s sailing holidays are open to all from those who’ve never even been on a boat before through to experienced sailors. Simply ensure that you chose the best boat for your needs. For ultimate pampering and relaxation a crewed yacht is best as not only will you have an entire team looking after the sailing but a dedicated chef will take care of all your culinary desires. Alternatively travel with a smaller crew on a skippered yacht. Fully fledged sailors however, will appreciate the privacy of a bareboat charter where you are left to your own devices.
A week long summer sailing holiday with Dream Marine can start as little as £200 per a person depending on the type of boat you chose and destination. For further information and reservations visit www.dream-marine.com or call 0844 800 5715.
Come on Chris… when’s the next one?"
