Counting Down: Our Top Five Gentle Sailing Destinations
Flying Dutchman

Kvarner Islands,
Croatia
- Off the beaten track
- Gentle winds
The Kvarner Islands, nestled in Croatia's northern Adriatic Sea, comprise a captivating archipelago of 17 diverse isles. These picturesque islands, including Krk, Cres, and Lošinj, offer stunning landscapes, from lush forests to rocky cliffs. Rich in history and culture, they boast charming fishing villages, ancient towns, and vibrant festivals. Crystal-clear waters invite sailors to swim, dive, and explore underwater wonders. The islands are renowned for their Mediterranean cuisine, featuring fresh seafood and local delicacies. With a blend of nature, history, and gastronomy, the Kvarner Islands offer a unique and unforgettable Adriatic sailing holiday experience

Zadar, Kvarner Islands
Astréa 42
- 6 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2020
- Generator
- Solar Panels
- Wifi

Zadar, Kvarner Islands
Elba 45
- 6 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2022
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Solar Panels
- +1

Zadar, Kvarner Islands
Elba 45
- 6 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2023
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Solar Panels
- +1

Zadar, Kvarner Islands
Isla 40
- 4 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2024
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Solar Panels
- +1

Zadar, Kvarner Islands
Bavaria Cruiser 51
- 5 Cabins
- 3 Toilets
- 2020
- Bow Thruster
- Wifi

Zadar, Kvarner Islands
Oceanis 40.1
- 4 Cabins
- 2 Toilets
- 2022
- Solar Panels
- Bow Thruster
- Wifi

Kornati Islands,
Croatia
- Off the beaten track
- Gentle winds
The Kornati Islands are breath-taking in their natural splendour, with the Kornati archipelago awarded national park status purely by virtue of their outstanding natural beauty. They offer a quieter and more intrepid yacht charter experience that is ‘off the beaten track’, with hundreds of small uninhabited islands interspersed with gorgeous bays hosting single tavernas offering only the freshest of cuisine. Depart the mainland, which hosts a selection of larger picturesque villages that you’ll also enjoy, and sail gentle breezes in easy sailing conditions throughout the summer.

Rogoznica, Kornati Islands
Lagoon 42
- 6 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2020
- Solar Panels
- Battened Mainsail
- Self Tacking Genoa
- +1

Rogoznica, Kornati Islands
Bali Catspace
- 4 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2021
- Solar Panels
- Battened Mainsail
- Self Tacking Genoa
- +1

Rogoznica, Kornati Islands
Bali 4.4
- 4 Cabins
- 3 Toilets
- 2022
- Solar Panels
- Battened Mainsail
- Self Tacking Genoa
- +2

Rogoznica, Kornati Islands
Lagoon 42
- 6 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2023
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Teak Cockpit
- +3

Rogoznica, Kornati Islands
Lagoon 42
- 6 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2024
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Teak Cockpit
- +2

Rogoznica, Kornati Islands
Lagoon 42
- 6 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2020
- Solar Panels
- Battened Mainsail
- Self Tacking Genoa
- +1

Dalmatian Islands,
Croatia
- Gentle winds
- Nightlife
- Most popular
- Family friendly
- Luxury yachts
- Sailing with a Skipper
The southerly Dalmatian Islands off a perfect cross-section of Croatia. Sailing from Split and Dubrovnik, they offer a more cosmopolitan experience, with larger islands supporting larger villages and towns. It's not all party time though, there are still many quiet bays, small villages and destinations 'off the beaten track'. Overall, expect a heady mix of excellent balanced sailing conditions, lively cosmopolitan islands, quiet bays and old-world fortress towns.

Split, Dalmatian Islands
Luna 49
- 6 Cabins
- 5 Toilets
- 2021
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Teak Cockpit

Split, Dalmatian Islands
Elan 40.1 Impression
- 3 Cabins
- 2 Toilets
- 2022
- Teak Cockpit
- Battened Mainsail
- Furling Genoa
- +2

Split, Dalmatian Islands
Bali 4.6
- 7 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2024
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Battened Mainsail
- +3

Split, Dalmatian Islands
Dufour 470
- 4 Cabins
- 5 Toilets
- 2021
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Teak Cockpit
- +3

Split, Dalmatian Islands
Elan 40.1 Impression
- 3 Cabins
- 2 Toilets
- 2022
- Battened Mainsail
- Furling Genoa
- Bow Thruster
- +1

Split, Dalmatian Islands
Sun Odyssey 410
- 3 Cabins
- 2 Toilets
- 2023
- Bow Thruster
- Wifi

Dalaman Area,
Turkey
- Gentle winds
- Most popular
- Family friendly
- Early/late season
- Sailing with a Skipper
- Cultural Experiences
The most popular Turkey sailing destination. These 'grown-up' fishing villages lie in the Gulf of Fethiye and are a haven of diverse cultural sites, craggy bays, balanced sailing and wonderful unique experiences.

Fethiye, Dalaman Area
Bavaria Cruiser 46
- 4 Cabins
- 3 Toilets
- 2020
- Solar Panels
- Teak Cockpit
- Furling Mainsail
- +3

Fethiye, Dalaman Area
Excess 11
- 6 Cabins
- 2 Toilets
- 2021
- Solar Panels
- Battened Mainsail
- Self Tacking Genoa
- +1

Fethiye, Dalaman Area
Bali 4.8
- 4 Cabins
- 3 Toilets
- 2022
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Watermaker
- +1

Fethiye, Dalaman Area
Oceanis 38.1
- 3 Cabins
- 2 Toilets
- 2023
- Bow Thruster

Fethiye, Dalaman Area
Aventura 37
- 4 Cabins
- 2 Toilets
- 2024
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Solar Panels
- +2

Fethiye, Dalaman Area
Lagoon 46
- 5 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2021
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Watermaker
- +1

Ionian Islands,
Greece
- Gentle winds
- Most popular
- Family friendly
- Sailing with a Skipper
Located off the western coast of Greece, the Ionian is a wonderfully calm sailing region that British sailors have made their second home for decades now. Stretching from Corfu to Zakynthos, the Ionian is characterised by light winds, a green coastline, short sailing legs, small villages, authentic quayside tavernas and a generally relaxed disposition. The Ionian islands consist of six primary islands: Corfu, Paxos, Lefkas, Kefalonia, Ithaca, and Zakynthos. The group also includes many smaller islands, most of which offer secluded bays, a traditional taverna or two, clear waters and a true Greek experience.

Corfu, Ionian Islands
Bali 4.1
- 6 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2020
- Solar Panels
- Battened Mainsail
- Furling Genoa
- +1
Corfu, Ionian Islands
Bali 4.1
- 4 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2021
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Watermaker
- +5

Corfu, Ionian Islands
Sun Odyssey 410
- 3 Cabins
- 2 Toilets
- 2022
- Teak Cockpit
- Furling Genoa
- Bow Thruster
- +2

Corfu, Ionian Islands
Bali Catspace
- 4 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2023
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Battened Mainsail
- +2
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Corfu, Ionian Islands
Bavaria C38
- 3 Cabins
- 2 Toilets
- 2024
- Solar Panels
- Teak Cockpit
- Furling Mainsail
- +4

Corfu, Ionian Islands
Lagoon 42
- 6 Cabins
- 4 Toilets
- 2020
- Air Conditioning
- Generator
- Watermaker
- +4














