Can You Book A Private Gulet Charter?

Have you ever been to the Greek islands? Greece is one of the most beautiful and culturally and historically significant countries in the world. Ancient Greeks and their society have had a long-term impact on so many societies, as they influenced government systems, philosophy, the arts, and much more. Today, the country of Greece is known for its delicious cuisine, spectacular views, pristine beaches, and exciting nightlife.

There are many ways to visit Greece and many places to visit around the country, but some of the most unique and worthwhile are in the Ionian Islands. These islands are located in the Ionian Sea and sit to the west of the mainland. Because they are small islands, most of them can only be reached by boat. 

While some people visit on ferries, there are many downsides to following the crowd. Instead, one of the best ways to experience the Ionian Islands is to book a gulet charter. Read on to discover why a private gulet charter could be right for you. 

 

What Is A Gulet Charter?

Gulets are wooden sailing vessels that have been used for hundreds of years. These yachts have either two or three masts, but most only have two. Today, most gulets are streamlined and modern, and you can experience these exciting boats either with a gulet cruise or a private gulet charter.

 

What’s The Difference Between A Gulet Cruise And A Gulet Charter?

The main difference between a Greek gulet cruise and a Greek gulet yacht charter is the amount of privacy and independence you’ll have during the experience. Both of these options are a great way to see islands and towns like Mykonos and Zante, but you’ll get the most personalized and private experience if you book a gulet character instead of a cruise.

With a cruise on a gulet, you’ll share the experience with some other passengers. The exact number of people on board depends on the exact program you choose, as some ships in our fleet only have around four cabins while others have up to 16. You’ll still get your own ensuite cabin that allows you to have a good deal of privacy and store your belongings in a secure way.

However, you won’t have complete control over the itinerary. These cruises have a set structure and plan that is followed. While some adjustments might be made in extenuating circumstances, there generally won’t be many changes. So, while you will get to see many things you wouldn’t see in Greece any other way, you don’t get to decide how long the gulet remains in one port.

On the other hand, a yacht charter allows you to go wherever you want in the area and stay there as long as you want. We have a fleet of these yachts with bases in Athens, Corfu, Mykonos, Santorini, and many more. You’ll start your trip at one of these locations and can pick the most convenient option, and then, you’ll set sail.

 

What About A Crew For My Private Charter? 

Yacht charters in Greece are exclusive and personalized, and the options for operating the yacht are also somewhat customizable. You can hire your own crew, as long as they are qualified. But, if you don’t have one available to you, it’s also easy to hire one of our local skippers. 

If you have any questions about booking a private character and everything that entails, you can reach out to the team at Sail in Greece today.

 

What Are The Options For Private Yacht Charters?

We provide customizable options for people looking to charter a yacht around the Greek islands. You can even get a last-minute character if needed. 

One of the best choices for many travelers is our private yacht experience

Whether you’ve visited many times or want to explore the Greek islands for the first time in a unique way, you can check out our private group options. For this package, you’ll get a yacht that suits your needs, as well as a Greek skipper who has experience sailing boats and navigating the islands. This option is ideal for people who don’t have any sailing experience, but experienced sailors will also enjoy the trip.

Some of the benefits of a private group character are that:

  • They are accommodating for families, couples, and small groups.
  • You get access to skilled skippers and a crew if needed.
  • These yachts allow you to choose how long your trip is, and you can make adjustments for where you want to go as you sail along.
  • You’ll be able to stop and swim in areas that aren’t accessible without a sailboat or yacht of some kind.

The experts at Sail in Greece can work with you to plan the Greek yacht charter of your dreams. So, we are always willing to discuss our various options and asses which would work best for you.

 

What If A Private Gulet Charter Is Inaccessible For Me?

A private yacht charter is a fantastic way to see places like Mykonos, Athens, and Zante island. However, these options are a bit pricier than some other ways to get around. So, if the idea of a yacht character appeals to you, but it’s not an option for you at this time, don’t fear. There are still many ways to see the Greek islands from a yacht. Sail in Greece provides many gulet cruises that let you see the sights in a semi-private environment. 

While you won’t’ get to customize everything you do, you’ll still be able to see and experience Greece in a one-in-a-million way.

 

Here’s How To Get Started

Whatever cruise or charter choice makes the most sense for you is available to book now. It’s easy to inquire online through our contact form. You can also book online today if you already know what you want. Sail in Greece wants all of your vacation wishes to happen, so send us a message at your convenience to get started.

Private Gulet Charter – Top 3 gulets choices for season 2021

Private Gulet Charter – Top 3 gulet choices for season 2021

Our preferred gulets for season 2021 that do not break your bank

On this blog you will find a list of our Top 3 gulets available for private charter that will not break your bank. It is commonly knows that gulets are generally larger boats that are able to accommodate bigger groups, offering spacious and comfortable environment to their guests. In Greece, if you have been searching to private charter a gulet, you might have been disappointed with the high rates available in the market. The higher rates in Greece are usually due to scarcity in gulets overall, as the less the gulets the more expensive the rates, but also the gulets are offered by brokers ( intermediaries) and not the actual gulet owners. Sail in Greece is the largest gulet owner in Greece and within this article you will find our top 3 gulets available for private charter in Greece.

No. 1 Gulet Hemera

Gulet Hemera is a 28 meters long gulet with 9 ensuite a/c cabins. She usually cruises around the Ionian sea, where you can start your gulet cruise from islands such as Zakynthos, Kefalonia, Ithaca or Lefkada. Among the many features gulet Hemera offers, is a fully protected exterior dining area, plasm TV screen in her interior, 24/7 dinghy service as well as wifi. Gulet Hemera offers water toys to her guests such as, SUP, kayak, snorkeling equipment as well as fishing equipment.

Charter price from 8.000 to 15.000 euros per week for a group of maximum 18 people

Gulet Cruise

No. 2 Gulet Aphrodite

Gulet Aphrodite is a 26 meters long gulet with 7 ensuite a/c cabins, was built on 2018 which makes her the newest on our fleet. She usually cruises around the North Ionian sea, where you can start your gulet cruise from islands such as Corfu, Paxoi, Preveza or Lefkada. Among the many features gulet Aphrodite offers, is afully protected exterior dining area, comfortable sunbeds, plasm TV screen in her interior, 24/7 dinghy service as well as wifi. Gulet Aphrodite offers water toys to her guests such as, SUP, kayak, snorkeling equipment as well as fishing equipment.

Charter price from 7.000 to 14.000 euros per week for a group of maximum 20 people

Gulet Aphrodite

No. 3 Gulet Artemis 

Gulet Artemis is a 35 meters long gulet with 16 ensuite a/c cabins, was built on 2000 and has been refitted on year 2019. She usually cruises around the Aegean sea, where you can start your gulet cruise from islands such as Mykonos, Paros, Naxos or Athens to name but a few. Among the many features gulet Artemis offers, is a fully protected exterior dining area, comfortable sunbeds, plasm TV screen in her interior, 24/7 dinghy service as well as wifi. Gulet Artemis offers water toys to her guests such as, SUP, kayak, snorkelling equipment as well as fishing equipment. We suggest gulet Artemis for large groups that are looking to cruise all in one gulet.

Charter price from 9.000 to 21.000 euros per week for a group of maximum 46 people

Gulet Artemis

If none of our Top 3 Greek gulets available for private charter are a good match for you, you can browse our entire fully owned fleet of gulets here  Our Greek gulet specialists are available also either by email charter@sail-ingreece.com or by phone + 30 2112152595 to understand your needs and plan a memorable private gulet charter.

If you are travelling solo or 2 and can not charter an entire gulet just for your group, you can always browse our scheduled gulet cruises.

5 Best Restaurants in the Greek Islands

 

5 Best Restaurants in the Greek Islands

Kalita, Mykonos

Mykonos has so many world-class restaurants that it can be hard to pick just one to visit, but Kalita has distinguished itself enough to international foodies to easily nab one of the top spots on the island’s best. Known as much for its mouthwatering desserts as its Greek menu with a twist, Kalita also has a long list of incredible cocktails to keep patrons in this restaurant and bar long after the dishes have been cleared away. Best of all, since Kalita is in an enclosed outdoor space, you can take a small, quiet break from the hustle and bustle of Mykonos’ Chora while you dine.

Sigi Ikthios (Silence of the Fish), Paros

Tucked away in the scenic port of Naousa, right next to the water, the traditionally white and blue designed Sigi Ikthios is one of the premier restaurants in Paros. Chef Yiannis Zoumis specializes in Greek cuisine, especially incredible seafood dishes, and always uses fresh and organically grown ingredients in his dishes. Look out over an array of small Greek fishing boats while enjoying some of the best seafood the Greeks islands have to offer.

Ideal breakfast with wonderful seaview on caldera, Santorini island, Greece

Ampelos Greek Restaurant & Wine Bar, Santorini

If you’re looking for a restaurant with a breathtaking view, look no further than Ampelos Restaurant & Wine Bar in Santorini. Located high atop the peak of the island, next to the Metropolitan Cathedral, Ampelos boasts beautiful views of the volcanic caldera as well as the sea, and the lower parts of the island. Enjoy delicious Greek cuisine as well as local wines (in addition to an extensive list of foreign wines) while gazing out over one of the island’s famous sunsets.

Bratsera Restaurant, Hydra

Bratsera Restaurant is located in the Bratsera Hotel on the beautiful pedestrianized island of Hydra. Choose to dine in the cozy indoor dining room, or by the beautiful outdoor pool. Bratsera prides itself on fresh ingredients that make up the menu of its Greek cuisine. Best of all, the restaurant is located in Hydra’s central town, but is also just a four minute walk away from the beach.

Ousyra Restaurant, Syros

This relatively new dining destination has made quite a splash in classy Syros, the “Lady of the Cyclades”. Located in the heart of Hermoupolis, Syros’ central town, Ousyra serves fresh and delicious Italian Mediterranean cuisine. In a simple, clean dining room design. The menu encourage friends and family to share dishes – taste, enjoy, and have a great evening together.

Join our 8 day gulet cruises in Greece and experience the best local restaurants that our team will suggest you. Check here our Sail in Greece cruises

Private charter requests are also available. Check our gulet fleet here

 

Life Onboard! Our Food/Drink Menu …

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Life On board

Looking for a special lineup of dishes or drinks? Sail in Greece has got you covered, whether you feel like having a snack or a beverage!

“Meals”

  • Grilled chicken with potatoes in the oven. Cost: 5 euros
  • Moussaka. Cost: 6.5 euros
  • Penne Primavera. Cost: 5 euros
  • Pizza margarita. Cost: 6 euros
  • Arabic wrap ( turkey, cheese, magionese). Cost: 3 euros
  • Caesars salad. Cost: 5 euros
  • Veggie Salad ( Rocket, spinach, parmesan). Cost: 5 euros
  • Summer cocktail ( variety of fresh fruit). Cost: 2 euros
  • Carrots to GO. Cost: 1.5 euros

 

Beverages

  • Water 1.5L.
  • Coca cola. 330ml.
  • Beer ALFA (Greek Beer) 0.5L.
  • White/Red Wine 0.75L.
  • Apple Cider.
  • Cranberry Cider.
  • Prosceco.
  • Sangria 1L.

“Working Hours”

 

Our Crew will be able to serve any Meal or Drink requests from 9:00am to 10:00pm.

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Water Sports in the Greek Islands

Water Sports in the Greek Islands

You might think summer in the Greek islands is all about lounging on beaches and sipping cocktails until dawn, but warm days by the beach may be the perfect time to get active as well.

Below, we cover some of the adrenaline-packed activities you can learn or practice on the islands we visit with Sail in Greece Adventures!

Windsurfing

Windsurfing is very popular in Greece, thanks to the country’s plentiful beaches and strong island winds. We even have an Olympic champion from our shores – Nikos Kaklamanakis, a Gold Medal winner in Atlanta and Silver Medal winner in Athens.

The Aegean islands are perfect for windsurfing, thanks to their frequently breezy conditions. Paros, Naxos, and Mykonos particularly are known all over Greece for their windsurfing spots. Try Mikri Vigla and Laguna in Naxos, Chrysi Akti (Golden Beach) in Paros, and Kalafatis and Ornos beaches in Mykonos.

Many great windsurfing beaches in Greece have surf schools with qualified instructors as well as windsurf rentals, so even if you’ve never tried this sport before, you can start learning in some of the best spots in the world!

Kitesurfing

Kitesurfing has become very popular in the past few years in Greece, and you will often find kitesurfers and windsurfers vying for spots in the same beaches. However, advanced windsurfers usually need stronger winds than kitesurfers, so the crowd in the water will change as the wind strengthens throughout the day.

Pounda beach in Paros is a world-renowned spot for experienced kitesurfers. Mikri Vigla and Agios Georgios (Saint George) beaches in Naxos also attract plenty of windsurfers, while Korfos in Mykonos has a great kitesurfing school for beginners to learn the sport.

Wakeboarding

For those who prefer snowboarding to surfing, wakeboarding may be the water sport for you. The good thing about wakeboarding is that you don’t have to wait for ideally windy conditions, you just need a calm day with little air.

Many of the same beaches and schools that cater to kitesurfers and windsurfers on windy days are also set up for wakeboarding when the water is calm. Check out Golden Beach and Tsoukalia in Paros, Mikri Vigla and Saint George Beach in Naxos, and Ftelia and Kalafati beaches in Mykonos.

Scuba Diving

As you can imagine in a country renowned for its incredible summer, ancient (sometimes underwater) ruins, and crystal clear waters, Greece boasts a fair number of scuba divers and PADI schools throughout its islands.

Naxos and Mykonos have some incredible dive sites. Visit Prasonisia (which has excellent marine life and antiquities) and Dragonisi Island Caverns in Mykonos, as well as a large cavern called The Dome and a downed German seaplane in Naxos.

The possibilities for an active, fun-filled summer in Greece are endless, and the good news is, you don’t even have to leave the water to enjoy these sports.

Try something new this summer on the sunny Greek islands!

Join our Sail in Greece cruises and enjoy Greece, Sea, Party, Mega gulets and Water sports!

Harmonia… 3rd Greek Goddess joined our fleet!

Harmonia… 3rd Greek Goddess joined our fleet!

Join us on board our new gulet Harmonia, this traditional sailing gulet, enable you to experience the best of Greek islands  in comfortable surroundings.

What makes a gulet cruising very different from all other cruising, is a fact that our guests have really comfortable accommodation, best service possible and privacy.

Harmonia in ancient Greek religion, is the immortal goddess of harmony and concord.

When you book a motor yacht it is all about going form point A to point B in the fastest possible way and then enjoying it there.

When you book  Harmonia and go sailing it is all about  going to point A to point B in a trilling fun way.

Harmonia that holds 7 Cabins ( 5 triples & 2 doubles) , more elegant and comfy than each other with their own WC and air conditioning, with a total of 8 cabins is able to accommodate 16 people

This astonishing yacht offers a spacious outdoor dining area surrounded by comfortable and cozy cushions for you and your friends to enjoy group meals, lazy laid back nights or happy summer moments.

This jaw-dropping mega yacht operates exclusively on our Sail in Greece cruises or is available for private hire based on tailor made cruises in the Greek islands.

See you on Board!

The Sail in Greece Team

4 Best Party Beaches in the Greek Islands

4 Best Party Beaches in the Greek Islands

Summer in Greece is pretty much a party no matter where you go. However, there are some Greek island beaches that outdo themselves when it comes to drinks and dancing all night long, and even luckier for you, many of those beaches happen to be on the islands we visit with Sail in Greece Adventures!

Sure, you can just hit the bars and clubs in town if you want, but if you really want to party like a Greek this summer, you have to check out some of these beach bars and clubs! Below are the top 4 party beaches you will find along the way on Sail in Greece’s journey.

Far Out Beach Club, Mylopotas, Ios

Right next to the water and with a beautiful swimming pool in the club itself, Far Out Beach Club practically screams summer. The party here always goes until dawn, and it doesn’t even get going until around midnight, so if you’re going to party here, you better get ready for a long night!

Nammos, Psarou Beach, Mykonos

This party beach is famous to both Greeks and tourists, as it brings some of the best DJs in the world to play tunes all night long. The restaurant and club is located right on the beach, so you can start with dinner and then join the dancers on the sand as the night wears on. Drinks may be a little pricier than on the rest of the island beaches, but the fun atmosphere is worth it!

Pounda Beach Bar, Pounda Beach, Paros

Pounda Beach Bar is meant only for travelers who can handle a good amount of crowds and noise. The party here starts at noon and keeps going throughout the day, as the beach bar operates during sunlight hours as well. Since this club is a tourist favorite, you will meet people from all over the world at Pounda Beach Bar.

 

Cavo Paradiso, Paradise Beach, Mykonos

This club is meant for house music aficionados and intense partiers only. On the crazy party island of Mykonos, Cavo Paradiso is usually the place where people end their night, because the party here keeps going until well after the sun comes up. Cavo Paradiso is a must stop destination for any house DJ worth his salt, which is why names as famous as Tiesto, Laidback Luke, Axwell, Erick Prydz, Benny Benassi, and Alesso, just to name a few, have all played sets here.

 

Join our Mykonos or Harmony Cruises and party hard on the best places in Greece!

Hemera…. our 2nd MEGA yacht just arrived!

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Hemera…. our 2nd MEGA gulet just arrived!

Take a trip of a lifetime aboard a Greek Goddess with Sail in Greece this year… sun, sea and a super luxurious yacht, all on a budget! What more can you ask for?

For those of you who know your Greek mythology, you’ll know that Hemera was the ancient Greek primordial goddess (protogenos) of the day. Sail in Greece have just acquired their own piece of heaven in the ‘eye-catching’ form of a 30 metre long motor sailor yacht. They have justly christened her as HEMERA.

Luxury Cruising

Hemera boasts a spacious sun deck – perfect for soaking in the rays, a wide interior lounge room made cosy with cushions galore, a sumptuous dining area and an inviting bar. Once you’ve topped up your tan, move inside to mingle with other group members, play fun games or read a book from their library. With a private bar also at your disposal, these gatherings can often get quite merry as the day goes on…

The English speaking crew are there to meet your needs and ensure you all have a fabulous time. A typical example of one of their Greek captain’s is Bill ( aka “Captain Nemo”), who has spent his whole life sailing in Greece. He’s bound to have many a good story to share! And, for those of you who like to keep connected, there’s no need to feel isolated at sea… HERA offers 3G WiFi on board too.

All aboard…

We’re feeling very impressed by this goddess of a yacht, which operates exclusively on the Sail in Greece YOLO cruises, and is also available for private hire if you’ve a group who’d like a tailor-made cruise in the Greek islands. All Cabins are ensuite with a/c , double, triple and a few quads ( comfort at its finest!) Prices are affordable too and you can be sure this will be money well spent. Whatever you choose, HEMERA will float you directly into the docks of Heaven, offering up an experience of a life-time, as well as a glorious suntan any Greek God would be proud of!

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5 Reasons Greece is the New Yacht Party Capital

5 Reasons Greece is the New Yacht Party Capital

 

In the past few years, travelers have been flocking to the Balkans to take cruises exploring the stunning Mediterranean coastline while partying on board with their friends!

If you haven’t taken a yacht party trip yet, it’s about time you start planning one. As for the country you should pick for your yacht party destination?

Greece! It’s a no-brainer, and here’s why.

1) Greece has a HUGE amount of islands to explore

Greece has 227 inhabited islands, each more beautiful and welcoming than the last. Plenty of the islands are equally well known for their crystal clear waters as they are for their all-night partying, so what are you waiting for? You won’t find such a huge number of island destinations anywhere else in the Mediterranean except Greece.

2) Greece already has some of the best nightlife in the world

How many places in the world are home to bars that frequently stay open until 6 or 7 AM in the summer months, and clubs that keep going well past when the sun comes up? This isn’t just the case on the party island of Mykonos – you will find plenty of islands in Greece with beach bars serving up drinks all day and clubs playing music all night.

3) Greece has incredible beaches and waters

When you’re warming up from the hot summer sun and want to cool down, just take the plunge into the beautiful Greek water! The refreshing Aegean and Ionian seas are cool, blue, and clear – just what you want in a summer swim. You can often see all the way down, even at a depth of 30 meters, so there’s no reason to fear the deep here!

4) Greece is known for its hospitality

In order to have an unforgettable experience on a yacht, you want to feel a great warm welcome when you board. Greece is world-renowned for its amazing hospitality – everyone from the captain on board to the bartenders and locals in the ports you visit will help show you a good time and live the local island life.

5) Greeks know all about having a great time (kaloperasi)

Few people enjoy daily life like the Greeks. Whether they’re catching up with friends for hours in cafes (kafeteries), eating a big meal with family at a local taverna, or dancing all night until dawn (ximeromata), they do everything with enthusiasm while surrounded by friends and family. So come party in Greece and catch the local vibe!

Explore the Greek islands on board our Mykonos or Harmony Cruises and  party like never before!

Travel Health Advisory

TRAVEL HEALTH ADVISORY | NEW ‘’SMALL SHIPS, LARGE FLEXIBILITY‘’ BOOKING POLICY

   UPDATE 26.03.2020

We understand it’s an uncertain time for Sail in Greece guests travelling in 2020 as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect worldwide travel.
We understand that many guests’ travel arrangements have been affected. As a result, we have temporarily added flexibility to our terms until further notice to help travellers navigate through these difficult times, including:

  • o  Flexi-bookings: Changes to your departure date can be made up to 30 days before departure, with no admin fee
  • o  Take your Time: Balance payments have been extended and are not due until 30 days before departure
  • o  Credit: Roll your booking over to a later date in 2020…or all the way to 2022. With no admin fees, its up to you!

CONTACT US 

 

  • UPDATE 12.03.2020

Every day brings new developments related to Covid-19. We want to share with you what actions we are taking fleet-wide to maximize the safety of our guests and crew and continue providing a healthy environment while sailing on board our small ships accommodating fewer than 49 guests.

Since the beginning of the outbreak, we are making a consistent effort to provide a safe environment for our guests and crew alike. It is obvious that our passengers feel the small ship environment is safer, with a maximum capacity of just 1 – 49 guests and with smaller areas on board to enforce and apply our enhanced sanitation /disinfection protocols. On shore, we operate small group tours with trusted certified local partners committed to provide Sail in Greece with proof of precautionary hygiene measures taken during the tours.

NEW BOOKING POLICY for New Bookings & REBOOKING OPPORTUNITIES for Existing Bookings:

‘’SMALL SHIPS, LARGE FLEXIBILITY‘’

While our #1 priority is the safety and well-being of all our guests and crew, our other focus is to give our partners and guests the confidence to book with us or delay cancellation decisions and not rush into canceling. To assist guests and travel partners in making decisions in regards to existing bookings, we have implemented temporary changes to our booking and cancellation policy in our scheduled cruises allowing:

o Existing bookings can be cancelled up to 30 days prior to sailing and rebook later in 2020 or 2021 at no cancellation fees, only retaining deposits paid which will be used as Future Cruise Credit against future cruises with us. Should passengers wish to move their scheduled cruise a few weeks/months later, Sail in Greece will honour all deposits made, without any rebooking / cancellation fees and guests will receive a 100% future cruise credit towards Sail in Greece scheduled cruises embarking in 2020 through October 31st 2021,subject to final acceptance 1 month prior to each departure. The payments kept by Sail in Greece effectively constitute a credit against cruise fares applying for the cruise originally booked – there might be a price difference from a year to another – and they can use this Future Cruise Credit for booking any scheduled cruise / any category of cabin.

o Final Deposit payment for our existing bookings, will be made 30 days prior to sailing, in order to make sure that our guests will have zero obstacles to join our cruise.

o New bookings made until May 31 2020 can be cancelled up to 30 days prior to departure without incurring cancellation fees

Your partners in exploration by small ship,
Sail in Greece

TRAVEL HEALTH ADVISORY

The safety, security and well-being of our guests and crew is our number one priority. We have implemented several preventative measures outlined below due to growing concerns regarding COVID-19 infections. We will continue to consult with The World Health Organization (WHO) and take appropriate additional action as needed.

 

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES PRE-EMBARKATION & DURING THE CRUISES

Policies currently in place include:

• We have implemented mandatory pre-boarding health reporting and pre-cruise screening for all guests and crew. This include

          ‣ The distribution of mandatory pre-embarkation health questionnaire (applicable to all passengers and crew, view here). The questionnaire forms are completed at the time prior to embarkation and will be held under strict confidentiality and retained on board for 15 days according to the stated retention policy. Access is permitted only to Captain and                         Medical Officer)

         ‣ Mandatory non-touch temperature screenings for all guests and crew pre-embarkation and during the cruise. In the event of alarming symptoms such as signs and symptoms of illness and thermal indications (>38°C) and/or alarming answers to the said health questionnaire, those passengers will be denied access on board.

• Since the beginning of the outbreak, we have immediately amplified our standard cleaning procedures and have implemented additional cleaning and disinfection protocols on board all voyages. These protocols have been enforced in addition to our already rigorous sanitization standards in place.

The above measures will remain in effect until further notice and are subject to change at any time as we evaluate the situation and continue to consult with local health authorities as well as the WHO.We apologize for the inconvenience to any guests affected by these measures put in place to ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests and crew.

We want you to feel confident when travelling on board with us. As a result, we have reinforced some of our procedures, beyond the protocols required by the authorities:

• We have enhanced our overnight cleaning procedures with anti-bacterial and hospital-grade disinfectant throughout our vessels according to WHO recommendations.

• Our fleet is fitted with extremely efficient HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Arrestors) filters inside our a/c units, which remove particles in the air, down to the size of microscopic bacteria and virus clusters (with an efficiency of better than 99.99%).

This Advisory supersedes all previous versions and will be updated as required.

UPDATED BOOKING POLICY OF SAIL IN GREECE

  • UPDATE 03.03.2020

Our company is monitoring closely the situation about the Coronavirus and we do understand the uncertainty caused to our customers about their bookings and holiday plans for the season.
Therefore we have updated our booking policy as following:

1. For already booked charters it is possible to change your dates, as long as the departure remains in 2020 and the charter area remains the same. If the rescheduled booking is more expensive the price difference will be charged.

2. For future bookings done as from today and until further notice, the required deposit will be 10% and the remain of the booking deposit can be paid up to 30/04/2020.

3. The final payment for  future bookings can be paid latest one week before the charter departure.

4. In the case that a charter customer is unable to get to the base due to travel restrictions, when there is an official advisory not to travel to the area of the booked charter, or the border is closed to the country of origin of the customer, the term #1 will apply.
In addition it will be possible to cancel the charter and a credit note will be issued to the customer to use it for a charter departing at 2021 at the same charter area.

ONGOING MONITORING 

We’re monitoring government advice from gov.uk and smarttraveller.gov.au closely.

Should a travel restriction be applied to a region visited as part of a tour, we’ll make alternative arrangements for that element of the tour, as similar to the original itinerary experience as possible. If travel restrictions mean that we cannot operate the tour, we’ll cancel the departure and a full refund will be available.

All the above T & C’s apply for our cabin charter operations ( scheduled cruises ) and not our private charter bookings.