The sea of the great Ionian islands with its charming coast area is an ideal estuary for a restoratively sailing trip for the whole family. A peerless combination of sea and sun, from picturesquely villages and culturally dainties forms the framework for an unforgettable holiday. In direct contrast to the dry land of most Greece and the nearby Albania, the Ionian Islands are green, rainy in wintertime, with superb landscapes of the deep blue waters and of the evergreen mountains. The bright green Ionian Islands as Corfu, Lefkada, Ithaca, Cephalonia, Zante, Paxoi and the faraway Kethera have their own separate and unalterable character. In a very short distance from Italy these islands are the crossroads of Greece with the rest Europe. They have a perfect coastal and aerial transport.

The wonderful landscapes, the crystal-clear seas, the classic cantons, the mansions, their Venetian castles are combined harmonically with the deep blue Ionian and the great sunlight make of the Ionian islands one of the favourite destination for luxury motor yacht charter oa amazing charters on board on classic gullets, in among al the Greek islands. Together with the great history and their traditions they create to the visitor magic feelings. The Ionian Islands are commercial and marine centres. Corfu separates for its development and beauty. In the Ionian Islands, the visitor realizes the continuous flourishing of the arts and letters. It is connected with Ithaca the Odysseus’ island the verdurous Cephalonia, the cosmopolitan Lefkada, the picturesque Paxoi and the faraway island Kethera.

Ithaca
Ithaca is a wonderful destination to visit during your Ionian islands sailing cruise. The island remains unspoiled by the modern world and clear blue seas and lush green valleys and mountains are home to one of the most friendly communities in Greece. Ithacans make you feel at home. Ithaca has something for everyone. Great beaches, hikes, boating trips, festivals and views, traditional food, entertainment, busy bars or quiet solitude. this is why more and more people choose ithaca and Ionian Islands for their sailing holiday.

Even in the height of summer you can find a secluded beach or a corner to contemplate your thoughts. Every season has something special to offer. Still seas in summer, dramatic skies in Winter. Let the local fisherman teach you how to fish for Calamari in October or walk the trails with a goat herder, dance the night away in Kioni, Frikes or Vathy or walk to Exoghi on a Spring day to discover the mountain top with the best view over Northern Ithaca and the mainland. Saints Days', Festivals, Easter and Christmas fill the entire year with occasion. There is always something to celebrate.
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Zante
Zakynthos Zante, Greece, is located 17 nautical miles away from the Peloponnese and 13 nautical miles south of the island of Kefalonia. The Venetians had given to the island the surname “Fiore di Levante”, meaning “Flower of the Orient” because the island has rich and dense vegetation, its mountains are covered with pines and its plains are particularly fertile. This rich vegetation is due to the mild Mediterranean climate of the island, characterized by a high level of rainfalls in winter and lot of sunshine during summer time. Because of the many rainfalls, Zakynthos is a very fertile island and its agricultural production is important. Except agriculture, the other source of income for the inhabitant of the island comes from the increasing tourism. Zakynthos is famous because its unspoiled natural environment is home to the endangered specie of sea turtle called Caretta-Caretta and the Monk seal which go to Zakynthos there during their reproduction period. This sea turtle is protected by the international agreements and the Greek legislation. Zakynthos is also famous for its amazing wonderful golden sandy beaches. The most famous beaches are as Vassilikos, Laganas, Tsilivi and Alykes.
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