Luxury catamaran cruise in the Cyclades

09/13/2026

Gianluigi C.

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IT

Very disappointing experience and well below expectations. The skipper arrived more than two hours late, the boat was in very poor hygienic condition and unusable, without apologizing. We 10 guests had to clean it for about three hours. Despite the promise of reimbursement, we were only paid about 11 euros per person, just over 3 euros per hour. We also lost half a day in port due to technical problems and faced about 24 hours of inconvenience due to the malfunction of the generator, water system and toilet. When faced with problems, we were only told: "It's not my fault". As captain and manager of the boat, he should have handled the situation with greater professionalism. The itinerary was not respected for weather reasons, according to the skipper, although the forecast in the Saronic Islands was similar to that of the Cyclades. Positive aspects: the beauty of the boat and the possibility of using the equipment for diving and fishing, as well as the company that was created with the other guests during the week.

Wind, sea and freedom: a week between Corsica and the Tuscan archipelago

09/13/2026

Elisa V.

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IT

Super experience! Sleeping in the roadstead is exciting... swimming in the sea immediately after breakfast is priceless! Sunrise and sunset... too! Josuah was super, he shared with us all aspects of the boat and fishing, we shared pleasant and fun moments of adventure and relaxation. Thank you Josuah for this wonderful experience and congratulations on your [hidden]... a very cozy boat! We recommend it to everyone!

Sailing holiday in the archipelago of La Maddalena and Costa Smeralda

09/13/2026

Polyanne M.

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ES

A very disappointing experience and very different from what we expected from the contracted itinerary. We chose this one-week sailing trip precisely to get to know some of the most spectacular coves and landscapes of the La Maddalena archipelago and the south of Corsica. The itinerary included areas such as Caprera, Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, Lavezzi, Cavallo and Bonifacio, and our expectation was to sail, discover coves and enjoy those landscapes of turquoise blue water, light sand and large granite formations so characteristic of this area. However, by the end of the week we felt that we saw very little of all that this route had to offer. We passed through some places and were in Budelli, specifically in the Spiaggia del Cavaliere area, as well as other points and ports along the route, but many of the places that had made us choose this trip were left out. What disappointed us the most was that throughout the week we practically did not live the experience we imagined of anchoring the sailboat in front of a spectacular cove with turquoise blue waters. Nor did we get to enjoy those small coves surrounded by huge granite rocks that are one of the most representative images of the archipelago. We fully understand that on a boat trip wind, sea state and safety can force you to modify the itinerary, and we would never expect a skipper to sail when conditions were unsafe. But it is one thing to adapt a route for safety and another to end a week with the feeling of having spent too much time between ports and unspecial anchorages, leaving a huge part of the places that motivated our choice unknown. We had pending places such as Cala Corsara in Spargi, Cala Coticcio in Caprera, Lavezzi, Bonifacio and other coves along the route, in addition to a good part of that navigation between beaches and crystal clear waters that we expected to experience. After a week, our feeling was: we were in one of the most famous and beautiful archipelagos in the Mediterranean, but we could hardly get to know what makes it really special. And that, considering the price and the expectations created by the itinerary, was a huge disappointment. But the most difficult part of this experience was not only everything we missed. It was the constant feeling of helplessness for not being able to participate in decisions about our own journey. At no time did we feel that we could really choose, propose alternatives or give an opinion on how to make the most of the days. Every time we tried to ask about another cove, another anchorage or a different possibility, we had the feeling that any proposal ended up being redirected towards the option that the skipper Frederico considered most convenient. There came a time when we practically stopped asking and remained silent, because we felt that it didn't matter what we said. That dynamic generated a lot of anxiety and anguish during a vacation that we had hired precisely to enjoy, disconnect and experience something special with the family. We fully understand and respect that the final word on boating safety rests with the skipper. We do not question that. What we missed very much was communication, alternatives and the willingness to seek, within the possible conditions, options that also responded to what we wanted to know. Our perception for a good part of the trip was that the decisions ended up systematically favoring the easiest option for the skipper, instead of trying to build with us the best possible experience within the circumstances of each day. And that feeling ended up deeply affecting our experience. We were in an extraordinary place, had invested a lot of money and had a week to enjoy it, but we ended up feeling like voiceless passengers on our own journey.

Crystal clear sea, relaxation, skipper and hostess on board! What more could you want?

09/13/2026

Carolina V.

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US

We had the most incredible experience with Sailing with Andrea. He made us feel safe from day one while still keeping things fun and full of energy. You could tell right away how professional and experienced he is on the water. He took us to the most beautiful spots around Paxos, Anti Paxos, and Corfu, places we never would have found on our own. While other tours crowd into the same touristy spots, Andrea took us to the most secluded, hidden gems along the coast! Caroline, our hostess, was just as wonderful. She was warm, attentive to every detail, and her cooking was fantastic, every meal felt like a treat. Between the two of them, we felt like we were staying at a 1000-star hotel! We had a hilarious volleyball match in the shallow water, our boat against another, one of the most fun moments of the whole trip! If you're looking for a trip that combines beautiful places and genuinely lovely people taking care of you, this is it. We can't wait to sail with them again!

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