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Sail the Aeolian Islands with Yacht Getaways

  Go Sail the Aeolian Islands before the word is out.  Hands up if you've heard of the Aeolian Islands? Not many people have... yet. This little known archipelago - an eclectic mix of dramatic volcanic rock, grey pebbly beaches, dry arid greenery and navy blue waters situated off the coast of Sicily - has piqued my interest ever since I read The Gypset Travel Atlas by Julia Chapman. I had wanted to climb aboard a boat and sail the elusive Aeolian islands because I imagined them as the last ... Read More

5 Hidden Places in Croatia You Didn’t Know About

With its impossibly clear aquamarine water, rugged, rocky outcrops and fascinating medieval history, it’s hard not to fall in love with Croatia. Come summer each year, revellers grab a flight to Split or Dubrovnik hoping for some sun, sailing and fun. Unfortunately, people both sides of the equator have the same idea. And what does this mean, people? Crowds! Claustrophobic, time-consuming crowds. Crowds that knock every bit of Adriatic romanticism you had right out of you. But never fear, there ... Read More

Why You Should Book a Sailing Trip in Europe

You're stranded in Australia while those Instragrammers are living their best European life all hashtag #blessed. The struggle is really really real. If you see any more images of perfect overseas sunsets on social media you may just pull a Ferris Bueller and hightail it outta here. Except you can't...just yet. You tell yourself there’s no way in hell you’re going to miss out on another European summer next year, but you're keen to book something a little different. Instead of staying beside the ... Read More