Corazon charter sailing holidays :

A sailing holiday aboard a luxury yacht you'll be proud to be seen on is easy to arrange and a joy to experience.  With Corazon anyone can enjoy the unique experience aboard their own private sailing yacht.

What makes the Corazon charter sailing yacht holiday experience special is that Corazon is not a standard charter yacht used by many different people, week in week out. To begin with, we only charter our yacht for a maximum of 10 weeks a year. This not only retains her exclusivity, but practically gives us plenty of time to keep Corazon in pristine condition and ensure we continually provide a luxury experience.  We see our guests as individuals; not numbers.

Corazon means 'heart' in Spanish and our hearts are in the magical island of Kefalonia. Whether or not you have been to Kefalonia and the Ionian islands before, you are in for a truly wonderful experience.  Our aim is to make sure that you get the best of everything.

A skippered yacht holiday is ideal for couples or a small group of friends.  Our professional Skipper takes complete responsibility for the safety of the yacht and those aboard her, as well as acting as your personal guide whilst afloat; taking you to secluded bays and anchorages often unknown to most tourists. All of which leaves you to embrace the sailing lifestyle for a day free from worry or stress.

Your Skipper and Hostess look after the day to day running of the boat allowing you to sit back and enjoy your very own journey of discovery.  We promise it will be a trip to remember for ever.

_{Just step on board and sail away .......} 

Time for yourself ......

To make the most of quality time with the people you care about while surrounded by beautiful landscapes, starry, starry nights and captivating anchorages.

Take the time to immerse yourself into the Greek culture, cuisine and stunning land and seascapes.  Escape from your usual day to day pressures for a week or two and be in tune with nature.  Live your life to the rhythm of the sea and feel the sun and gentle breezes on your skin.

Your stay on board is on a bed and breakfast basis, with light snacks and local wine included.  In the evenings (and during the day if you aren't sailing) you are free to discover the local Greek cuisine and hospitality in many of the tavernas around all but the most isolated coves.

Relaxation .......

Your holiday starts from the moment you are met at the airport and brought to your yacht.

Once on board you'll soon feel stresses and strains float away as you sip champagne and we slip anchor to sail across the bright blue water with the warm sun on your face and a gentle breeze at your back.

Freedom ........

We agree an individual itinerary with you - this can be for your entire holiday or we can take it a day at a time.  You can do as much or as little as you like.  Everything is at a pace to suit you.  You have the perfect opportunity to discover Kefalonia as your Skipper takes the helm and guides you to different sights and locations.

Imagine .......

• uncrowded coves.

• pretty fishing villages and harbours, where it is so easy to spend hours with a cool drink just relaxing and watching the world drift by.

• white pebbled beaches underneath pine trees.

• A picnic ashore.

• swimming or snorkeling in the inviting waters.

• a leisurely lunch in a quiet taverna overlooking the sea.

• wandering through the streets of traditional towns seeking out mementoes and locally produced wine.

• relaxing on deck.

• sunbathing.

• reading.

• enjoying a glass of local wine in the evening before going ashore to a taverna to dine on freshly caught fish or traditional Greek dishes.
  

The Holiday


Here the focus is on you.

•    Time for yourself

•     Relaxation

•     Freedom

A typical first day one on Corazon :

You will be collected from the airport and taken to your sailing charter yacht Corazon where your Skipper and Hostess will welcome you on board and show you to your cabin.

Over a glass of champagne we will discuss what you want from your holiday and agree an itinerary for sailing around the Ionian islands. We will also take this opportunity to cover health and safety aspects of life on board, and to answer any questions you may have at this time.

Depending on the time of your arrival, current weather conditions and your personal preferences, there will be free time to explore the locality and enjoy some Greek cuisine and hospitality in one of the many local tavernas. Should you prefer, we will weigh anchor and slip away and start your holiday exploring the Ionian sea.
 

Of course, all planned sailing itineraries are subject to change depending on the prevailing weather conditions.

A possible 7 night itinerary :

Kefalonia (Cephalonia) the Island:

Kefallinia, Kefallonia, Kefalonia, Cephalonia however you spell the name it amounts to the same thing ....... a magical island full of stunning scenery.
 

Kefalonia is the largest, if not the greenest, of the Ionian islands. Nevertheless it does have a pine tree – the Abies cephalonica – named after it although contrary to popular myth it is found all over Greece and not only on Kefalonia. Kefalonia by sea is different to Kefalonia by land. When sailing in the waters around Kefalonia you will have a unique view of the island. You will be able to really appreciate the changing scenery as you pass by the base of the imposing mountains which drop straight down into the crystal clear water.

Ithaka

Ithaka is famed for its historical - and mythical - connection with Homer’s  Odyssey.

Homer is said to have written two epic poems the Illyad and the Odyssey circa 9th century BC, although there is much conjecture regarding the writing of these classics.  The Odyssey is the story of Odysseus, and his escapades during his return to Ithaka after the Trojan War.

Recent History

Louis de Berniere’s novel “Captain Corelli’s Mandolin”  brought the island of Kefalonia into the holiday consciousness of many who bought the book.  Set against the backdrop of the Italian occupation of the island during the second world war and their non co-operation with the arriving Germans it tells of the love story of Pegalia, a local doctor’s daughter and a Captain Corelli. However it's attention to the history of the Second World War and it's impact on the island, makes it much more than a love story.