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Our Top Must-Visits in the Region L l Our Top Must-Visits in the Region l The little fishing harbour of The quaint little harbour The bay of Tzasteni (gulf of Trikeri Island to indulge in village of Kottes Volos) for a picturesque swim fresh seafood. (gulf of Volos) to taste the and/or onboard lunch stop. fresh local tuna. The little green island of The lush, heavenly beaches Aï Giannis, if you wish to see Tsougria for a refreshing swim. at Kastani to admire the the pretty chapel from the natural beauty of Skopelos. first Mamma Mia movie. Access by yacht depends on wind conditions. The museum at Patitiri The Old Town of Alonissos for The uninhabited island of (main port of Alonissos) for a the local delicacies, walks Kyra Panagia (Planitis) for little local history and folklore through charming cobble- complete escapism. - including Pirates and WWII. stone streets and to admire splendid views and sunsets. l Our Top Sailing Tips for the Region l During high season especially, it is best to get to the main ports/harbours by 16-17:00 if you want to find a good mooring space. Make sure that you have enough fuel, water and food provisions when planning to go to uninhabited islands like Peristera and Kyra Panagia. The winds in the Sporades are mainly northerly - usually up to force 5. We suggest courses that follow the southern coastlines of the islands, as they are well protected from the northerly winds, and have safe places to anchor/moor. The northern coastlines have stronger winds, higher waves and steep rocks. To ensure safe anchoring, it’s best to use the entire length of the anchor chain (60m), and secure the yacht with a line from a stable point on the shore. During sailing, you should have the inflatable dinghy and the outboard engine secured aboard the yacht, in order to avoid any risk of losing them. Sail Aegean l www.sailaegean.eu l [email protected].
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