Sailing the Ionian Sea in the Footsteps of the Donkey – An Artistic Journey with Ronen Kaufman
The Donkey Route – An Artistic Sailing Journey with Ronen Kaufman“Sail in the Footsteps of the Donkey” ⛵🎨🐴 Ronen Kaufman – a multidisciplinary artist and skipper – sets out on a unique voyage among the Ionian Islands of Greece (around Lefkada). This special journey blends art, nature, donkey preservation, and a fresh approach to making […]
Catamaran Sailing Week in Croatia – An Unforgettable Adventure
It’s time to wrap up another unforgettable sailing adventure! This time, our private flotilla consisted of eight friends on a ten-day journey. We chose a truly amazing destination – Croatia! A huge thanks goes to Ronen from Sailing Around, who guided us in picking the right sailing route and destination. Until the very last moment, […]
Greek Island Symi Sailing: A Yacht Adventure from Rhodes
By Guy Yadin – A Passionate Skipper Since 2010, I’ve been sailing in Greece, chartering yachts for at least a week each year. Over the years, I’ve spent approximately 16–17 enchanting weeks exploring the diverse islands, turquoise beaches, and charming tavernas. While I’ve also sailed in Croatia, Italy, Cyprus, and other beautiful destinations, Greece […]
Sailing the Cyclades: A Skipper’s Journey
By Nisim Elkayam – A Passionate Skipper Introduction The Cyclades, a mesmerizing group of islands in the Aegean Sea, are renowned for their crystal-clear turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and picturesque landscapes. Many of these islands remain untouched by mass tourism, offering sailors a unique and authentic Greek experience. Setting Sail: From Athens to Lavrion […]
One Week Sailing in the Saronic Gulf: A Family Adventure
By Ronen Bazak – Owner and CEO of Sailing Around Yacht Rental Agency Embarking on a spontaneous week-long sailing trip in the Saronic Gulf, Greece, our family—myself, my wife Noa, and our children Saar (11), Ayala (14), and Amber (26)—set out to explore the serene beauty of the Aegean Sea. We chartered a Lagoon 42 […]
Sailing Preveza, Greece: A Week-Long Ionian Catamaran Adventure
By Shai Rabani – Experienced sailor and passionate explorer of the Greek Isles Day 1: Athens to Lefkada – The Journey Begins We touched down in Athens on a warm Friday afternoon, picked up our rental car, and embarked on a scenic drive to Lefkada. Our overnight stay was at the Ionion Star Hotel, a […]
The Perfect Group of Islands: Sailing the Sporades
What Makes the Sporades So Perfect? Let’s start with their location and general description: The Sporades are situated east of Pelion, north of Evia, and south of the Halkidiki. And most importantly, relatively far away from the scorching summer heat. This island group is strategically positioned to offer expansive sailing areas that are protected from […]
Sailing from Piraeus to the Sporades
A month ago, we departed from our home marina in Piraeus, setting sail towards the enchanting northern Sporades Islands—a destination we had yearned for over the years, though it had seemed somewhat elusive there were numerous tempting destinations, yet one cannot attain them all. We navigated through the channel between Evia Island and Mainland, and […]
Chalki
The beloved sibling of Kastelorizo, from the enchanting Dodecanese islands group. So what makes it popular? Being so close to Rhodes! This island stands out as the grand centerpiece of this islands group, offering direct flights from numerous destinations, accommodating giant ships, and frequent ferry services, including connections from Turkey during peaceful times. The proximity […]
Skyros
A few days ago, we bid farewell to Skyros, and I’m already longing to return! Why do I specifically miss Skyros among all the places we’ve been? Because there’s something truly enchanting about Skyros! This island is relatively remote compared to any commercialized destination I know. Even as part of the Sporades Islands, it’s a […]