14 independent reviews for Greece sailing holiday for families
Reviews for Greece sailing holiday for families
James Denton review 24 Aug 2025
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The best snorkeling at Fiskardo and easy walk to see basilica etc. but also when we got the sails up and joined in sailing.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Take water shoes and seasick tablets!3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes we used local tavernas and shops, trip was as environmentally conscious as it could be and we made sure to pull a few bits of litter out of the sea. Our boat had 'home made' liquid soap/shampoo that was reef safe and good for showers on the back of the boat after swimming.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Brilliant and our skipper Ileas was amazing, so tuned into what we wanted each day and great fun.Ellen Craig review 17 Aug 2025
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
This holiday was memorable from start to finish, for so many reasons, made possible by a fantastic skipper (who we honestly can’t thank enough). The scenery was just breathtaking, the islands we visited were so lovely - varied in many ways. We swam in crystal clear seas, surrounded by fish and ate delicious Greek food in the evening. The children relaxed on the boat, even did a bit of steering and loved the swimming stops as well as the odd bit of archaeology and history, learning about The Odyssey. The children learnt to dive off the boat and both said the incredible food was one of the most memorable parts of their holiday.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
You won’t regret it! Our boys (aged 8 and 11) got so much from the week, as well as their grandma whose needs were also well catered for. This is a perfect holiday for all generations. Best to be able to swim. Pack light, we lived in swimming costumes and the boat is extremely well-equipped with snorkels, masks, fins, water toys, paddle-board, even water-proof phone cases. The skipper as incredible - he tailored the stops and the overall trip around us, was so kind and friendly and made everyone feel at home on the boat.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes. It’s a small local company with a huge amount of local and cultural knowledge. Our skipper was very careful about recycling everything possible and no waste. There was ocean-friendly soap and shampoo on board to use, as well as washing up liquid. It was evident this is a company that cares deeply for and is hugely appreciative of the environment.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
This is a wonderful experience to see the extraordinary beauty of the Ionian islands and the Ionian sea, in an adventurous and relaxed way. We all got so much from this trip and everyone - from aged 8 to 78! - had an incredible time. Thank you !!!J. Manuel Perez Mato review 15 Aug 2025
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The visiting of small quiet ports, with little tourism, and swimming in small isolated coves, with crystalline waters, and no other boats around.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
I would recommend that they take it easy, and listen to the suggestions of the skipper when deciding the plans of each day.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
I suppose so. Except for one evening, we had dinner in local tavernas all evenings4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
This holiday was fantastic. It has surpassed all our expectations. Everything went according to plan. The skipper was by all means helpful, kind, patient and doing everything that was possible for making our stay more enjoyable. He knew all the coves, bays, winds in the region, etc. , and arranged the plans of each day accordingly. We enjoyed swimming in a lot of beautiful and quiet places, and the sailing experience, when the wind was propicious, was great: the skipper did not need any help, we only had to enjoy it! We could visit both pictoresque secluded ports, and also more popular touristic ones. Really recommendable.Pernille Coulthard review 10 Aug 2025
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
There were many incredible moments on the holiday, starting with the journey on the boat sailing between the Ionian islands and the many beautiful and scenic swim spots, which our skipper found for us every day. The clarity and beauty of the water was just unbelievable, and it was all down to the local knowledge that he and the business has built up over many years.. We loved it so much!2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Come with no expectations and be prepared to be blown away by the beauty of the Ionian Islands and the friendliness and support of the skipper, and the sailing community, which will make this holiday incredible.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, we very much felt that the holiday benefitted local people.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Excellent experience for our family of four, with two teenagers on board. We all absolutely loved it!Rebecca Perfect review 31 Jul 2025
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
All of it was great ! Each day got better and better.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Go with the flow, enjoy relaxing and following the recommendations of the skipper! Panos and his team are amazing, have local knowledge and interact brilliantly with young children and teens.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
We only ate in local restaurants and spent money in local shops. You could see all the bigger companies following strict schedules and time scales! Going with a local sailing business meant we had a much more flexibility and could change our schedule on a whim. We were able to recycle everything, and buy local. Our skipper has also known everyone in the route for years - meaning we had amazing treatment in all the tavernas.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Once in a life time. We have children 17,15 and 10 and it met all their needs. Don’t think about it - do it (-:Philippe Gagnon review 23 Jul 2025
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The outstanding service, greeting and recommendations on our boat charter.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Do not overschedule and allow the skipper to guide you according to your wishes.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes. Skipper promoted local restaurants/shops/and traditional events.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
OutstandingAnna Williamson review 2 Sep 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Where to start?! I was expecting the beautiful beaches and charming villages, however stopping the boat in the middle of the ocean and swimming in 120m deep dark sapphire water was truly special. I wasn’t expecting such great food in the villages, our skipper Spyros gave us good recommendations. This was a pleasant surprise!2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
We lived in our swimmers, so I could have packed less clothes. Sleeping out on deck at night was great. And getting ‘packeto’ takeaway from the restaurants we ate dinner at to supplement our lunches upped the gourmet experience! My final tip would be to relax and go with the flow, trust your skipper and soak in the experience.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
The operator is a small business owned by 2 Ionian locals, Panos and Elias were very friendly. Panos answered all my emails and gave me local recommendations for before and after the sailing trip over the months leading up it. Our skipper Spyros was a local who grew up sailing the Ionian islands, and knew all the secret spots with less people!4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
This trip was a lifetime highlight. I had high expectations and they were exceeded.AMANI LESLIE review 30 Aug 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
It was magical to wake up each morning to find the kids jumping straight into the warm sea before breakfast. We saw so many fish and other life in the sea including an octopus when snorkelling. Eating fish that Elias caught when him and my husband went spearfishing was a particular highlight.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Travel light and listen to your skippers recommendations. Our skipper Dimitris led us to some excellent places to swim and snorkel as well as providing some wonderful recommendations for restaurants.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Absolutely. We ate at local tavernas, Panos booked local taxis, our skipper collected our recycling.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
10/10 Honestly it was genuinely the best family holiday we have ever had. We have never been sailing before and so wasn't sure what to expect. Panos patiently answered all my questions and gave us support before, during and after the trip. Our skipper Dimitris was lovely and really great with the kids. We had such an amazing time and plan on returning in the near future.Laura Harvey review 29 Aug 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Spending time with the whole family and seeing the pigs on Atokos.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Don’t over pack3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes ??4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
It was absolutely amazingWilliam Tuff review 22 Aug 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Visiting numerous beautiful small bays for swimming. Great with the yacht in full sail. Elias was a great host, offering advice and booking restaurants for us in the busier villages. Also lots of insight into local history and politics, and a good laugh.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Family of 5 fitted on Phoebe boat nicely with plenty of space.Pack light. Say what you like to the skipper (we had Elias) and they are happy to guide/facilitate. Options to do hikes or join in with local festivals. We had a super hot week so enjoyed the sailing and swimming snorkelling (too hot for hikes!!)3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
We shopped in local places, used small tavernas. Efforts made to recycle and minimise waste4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
We had a wonderful week and would definitely recommend the yacht Phoebe skippered by EliasChris Ruark review 6 Aug 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Excellent hospitality whilst sailing in an exceptionally beautiful part of Greece. Panos and Ilias were patient, considerate and friendly hosts, intent on sharing the best beaches, secret swimming spots and beautiful harbours. They went out of their way to ensure that we had the best experience possible.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Enjoy, relax and trust your skipper to provide you with a memorable holiday!3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
A wonderful and memorable experience for all of our family. We would highly recommend to others.Olivia Porcaro review 5 Aug 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Everything was amazing . Skipper was kind, knowledgeable, attentive.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, very much4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Amazing . UnforgettableIan Stone review 20 Aug 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
I think the freedom. We could choose where to sail, where to stop, when to eat or drink, and all this in beautiful locations.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Do it. It was fantastic. Travel light - you only need a holdall’s worth of clothes.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
The best holiday ever.Deidre Weinstein review 13 Jul 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
We loved exploring bays - especially the quiet ones with no one else around! It was also fascinating to see some of the towns en route and the beautiful buildings of the area. My favourite bay was Koutsoupia on the island of Kefalonia.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Bring some clothes pegs to clip your towel to the side of the boat to dry! If you bring individual metal bottle holders for your water it will stay cooler for longer and if they have different designs you will know who's is who's.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, we spent money in local restaurants, bars and cafes, in bakeries and shops. We used local taxi services and stayed in accommodation in Lefkada too. We tried to conserve water on the boat with short showers and only used the air conditioning unit when necessary.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Excellent! We all had a wonderful time... The route was well planned to take in as much as possible in the time we had. The boat was well equipped with plenty of space in the cabins and communal areas. Above all our skipper Paris was so friendly, professional and a mine of information he helped to make the trip so memorable.Holiday Reviews
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