The Yacht

There are plenty of companies out there that Yacht yachts to hire. So set sail and explore the wonders of the Greek islands. The number of people in your party will determine the size of the boat you will need to hire. Sailing isn’t a solo activity, unless you really want to, of course. You normally see groups of 2 or more people in the yachts when you pull up into a harbour/ marina. The boat sizes are measured in feet and typically the smallest rentals are 25ft and the largest being around 60 feet. A 50ft or larger boat tend to be able to sleep 6-10 people on board.

Yacht, Greece / Photo by Oliver

Greece

What can be said about the Greek islands that hasn’t been said before! You have the beautiful islands and the amazing history. Well, have you ever sailed into the islands harbours? Seen the dolphins lapping up the boats waves, or smelt the sulphuric acid around some of the Greece’s active volcanoes from a few miles away (honestly it’s not pretty smell, imagine the smell of rotten eggs.) But it’s unique and a talking point for years to come, I first experienced it at the age of 8 and I can still remember it today. It is also a great way of finding some of the Greeks hidden beaches and bays that you wouldn’t see if you just stayed in the islands towns.

Yacht, Greece / Photo by Oliver

Nightlife

As you will be mooring your yacht in the marina or docks of the island you are fantastically located in the heart of the town. You are spitting distance from some of the most amazing restaurants with fresh fish caught in the neighbouring waters. Always a good choice in the restaurants is the catch of the day on the menu. Then after dinner you can retire back to your boat if you want or go to one of the local bars and have a couple of Ouzo’s. For family’s it is very easy to keep your children entertain, if they are like me when I was a child then they will be fascinated by all the fish in the marina. So get them a fishing rod/crab line/ or net and let them go crazy. Make sure they don’t go in the water as it is often very dirty in the docks. Also you can always prepare and cook your own meals on the boat to make it a cheaper holiday.

Greece / Photo by Oliver

Social Side

It is very easy to make friends with other people while sailing around the islands. Other sailors tend to be very friendly and more than willing to lend a helping hand if you need advice on what islands to visit next. Additionally you can always join up with a flotilla at the start of the holiday. A flotilla is a fleet of sailing yachts that sail from one island to another together, you can go by any route you want to get there by as long as you end up at the same port. Flotillas are great fun and you have a great time eating with the other members of the flotilla. Flotilla are great for children and adults, there tends to be children of all ages in a flotilla so it is easy for them to become friends, and for adults it’s a great way to lessen the burden of trying to keep the children occupied and enjoy some social life as well.

About Author: Oliver Smith lives in Beijing, China and is an active travel advisor writing for Cover-More, a Sydney, Australia headquartered travel insurance company operating in Australasia and the UK. Oliver is a keen sailor that has sailed extensively around the world.

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Divers who have gone to Malta rate the island’s diving spots for its dense population of ship wrecks rather than its critter life. Boasting superb visibility and interesting entrance points, wreck diving in Malta is more suited to experienced aquanauts rather than beginners, and can be quite challenging depending on your fitness level.

Top 3 Deep Wreck Diving Spots in Malta

1. Qawra Point

Resident to more than one ship wreck, diving at Qawra Point is mandatory if you’re interested in seeing submarines and battleships from the early 1900s. The HMS Stubborn P238 is a wreck that has received a particularly high rating for her magnificent condition. Built in 1942 by Cammell Laird of Birkenhead, this 66 metre long s-class battle submarine carried a crew of 44 men back in the day and was armed to the teeth with an impressive 13 torpedoes. Lying just 4km off Qawra Point at a maximum depth of 56 metres, the HMS Stubborn is the titanic of the Mediterranean and well-regarded as the best wreck diving opportunity the island has to offer.

2. Gozo

The Karwela at Gozo is a relatively easy wreck to reach from the shore. First built in 1957, she served in Malta as a passenger ferry for most of her life before she sank for unknown reasons. Highlights of this wreck diving location includes a variety of entrance points into the actual ship, as well as the infamous Volkswagen Beetle sitting on the Karwela’s deck – a landmark that arrived subsequent to the ship’s sinking, no doubt a prank performed by mischievous locals.

3. Xorb l—Ghagin

A wreck diving spot that is only accessible by boat, divers are recommended to go with a reputable scuba instructor for the chance to explore the Blenhein Bomber, a fantastic World War II aircraft that lies beneath Xorb l-Ghagin’s surface. Making for an absolutely stunning dive, the Blenheim Bomber arrival on the ocean floor is as fascinating as the dive itself. Sent out on a bombing raid in 1941, the aircraft was attacked by the enemy and aborted by its pilot before plummeting to the bottom of the sea where it still sits to this day. A dive that is reserved for experienced divers only, this underwater piece of WWI memorabilia is as thrilling as they come and well worth the effort to see.

Ship wreck diving in Malta is a sport that has evolved since the 1980s. A tourist attraction that ranges from novice scuba courses to experienced dive spots, the Maltese archipelago is littered with historical landmarks that welcome brave travellers into their murky caverns. A year-round activity, wreck diving in Malta presents an open ended invitation to holiday-makers looking to plan their next vacation.

Bella Gray is a lifestyle blogger who highly recommends Malta holidays. A travel guide for tourists looking to go abroad, Gray is the perfect go-to-gal for all your holiday advice and travelling solutions.

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Papagayo beach, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain by Teo Romera

Visit to the Alluring Beaches

One of the most enticing aspects of the beach destination in the world is related to the fabulous oceans which create awesome ambience for the adventure sports enthusiasts. Diving underwater opens new vistas of opportunities for the users to unravel new secrets about the marine animals buried deep under the water.

Selecting the Best Resorts

Finding the resort could be a challenging task for the travelers because there is entire gamut of options available at their disposal. Online website is an ideal platform wherein people can browse through the plethora of information to achieve spectacular results. Flush with luxurious comforts, resorts provide a wonderful resting abode for the tourists.

Trip down the Memory Lane of the History

One can visit magnificent cities around the world and watch different monuments as well as art galleries to catch a glimpse of the culture of the city. It would go a long way in understanding the past of the tourist destination and enable the travelers to appreciate the elegant architecture in wonderful style.

Online Booking of the Tickets

Due to extremely high demand, it is next to impossible to book the tickets at the eleventh hour resulting in poor experience for the travelers. Therefore, one should make sure to purchase online air tickets from the online tour operators at steep discounts. There are various alternatives depending on the airlines and an individual could select the best option depending on the requirements and specifications.

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Botanical Garden Tour: An Educational Experience for the Scientists

Many cities which are tourist hot spots offer botanical gardens with varieties of floras for the arriving travelers who are quite delighted to view the rare plants in their natural habitat. Some of the prominent beach destinations in Thailand and other countries of South East Asia incorporate the attribute.

Acquaintance with the Language

World is divided into different nations with each of them possessing unique language as well as dialects. Tourists must undertake extensive research about the place on the numerous websites and hire a guide on arrival to eliminate the linguistic barrier with the local population.

Effective Planning and Scheduling

An individual must plan out itinerary before undertaking the tour because it will prove cost effective and make the whole trip hassle free. First hand information about the prominent tourist place would save precious time allowing people to visit the choicest of restaurants in the city.

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