
Luca C.
review about Aeolian; a dream trip between the islands of the wind. October 2020
with Marco V. 55 years old
Aeolian Islands
Italy
For travellers from 40 to 55 years old.
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The Aeolian islands, out of the most crowded season are a paradise of colors, sensations and culture. The islands are named from the god Aeolus, king of the winds. According to Greek mythology, Aeolus repaired on these islands: he lived in Lipari and was able to predict the weather conditions and winds by observing the shape of the smoke puffed by the Stromboli volcano. Thanks to this ability, Aeolus does gained great popularity and fame as king of the winds, giving to islands their name. After long days of great sailing and magnificent pristine islands, we will have the freedom to spend the evening enjoying the relaxation of a quiet anchorage or to go down on the ground enjoying the delicious typical restaurants. A day typical starts with checking the weather forecast, a little planning for the cruise over breakfast and then on to a distant island or a chosen port. Every member of the crew will play a role, we will have fun but we will also do practice of operating a sailboat. On board you will find two IVF instructors who will teach you the basics of navigation. The boat is a modern 15 m Dufour launched in 2020. This boat, conceived for a cruise use, offers the deck-house philosophy, with large and comfortable volumes. The boat is designed to comfortably accommodate up to 8 members of crew thanks to its 4 cabins and 4 bathrooms. The boat is long about 15 meters and 4.15m wide, the double wheelhouse and the large cockpit guarantee ideal comfort while sailing. There dinette is very spacious and bright with a large table for have lunch together. The boat is equipped with heating centralized if needed. We will spend several evenings in the harbor but with the possibility to go ashore thanks to the motor tender provided to visit places or to dine. Are expected also moorings in the marina to stock up on water or buy the food for the galley. Cocktails to spend pleasant evenings not miss.
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Saturday 17 October from 16:00
until Saturday 17 October at 24:00
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Saturday 24 October from 7:00
until Saturday 24 October at 9:00
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The recommended arrival airport is Palermo. We have already booked a mini van (8 seats plus suitcases) there will lead to the embarkation of the Marina di Portorosa on October 17th. The same mini van will take us back to the airport on October 24 at around 10.00 am after landing. During the week we will find conditions generally good weather conditions with temperature excursions that they will range from 14 ° C to 30 ° C. It is essential to have clothing that can keep you warm in the evening, long pants, a windbreaker and sweatshirts. A few t-shirts and shorts are perfect during the day (of course also a swimsuit). The planned navigation is as follows: Sunday - Vulcano Monday - Panarea and Stromboli Tuesday - Salina Wednesday - Alicudi and Filicudi Thursday - Lipari Friday - Return to Portorosa
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The estimated expenses for the rest of the holiday are approximately 150-200€ per person.