Wine and Sailing in the Dalmation Islands

CROATIA has been making wine for 2 millennia and is home to the oldest continuously-planted vineyard in the world — yet many people have never tasted Croatian wine. Wind & Wine #Croatia is on a mission to change that. This adventure travel company takes small groups on week-long luxury sailing trips and organizes custom, curated winery experiences in the Dalmatian Islands. 

Experience the adventure of sailing and sleeping on a modern yacht while visiting six hand-selected wineries and exploring six historic islands and towns. Wind & Wine Croatia is co-founded by seasoned wine professional Lizann Grupalo and life-long sailor and certified yacht master Ivan “Pale” Paškvan. Both have over 20 years of experience in their respective fields and formed this company to share their two passions – wine and sailing – with others.

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Tips for a yacht charter in Turkey

THE Turquoise Coast is one of the top sailing destinations in the world, known for the richly hued and crystal clear waters, smooth pebble and white sand beaches and interesting mix of lively resort towns and quiet fishing villages. If you’ve decided to take spend your holidays in #sailing along the Turkish coast this year then you’re sure to have a fantastic experience but there are a few thing to bear in mind to get the most out of your #holiday and here are the top 5 tips.

Consider Your Options - There are a lot of options from private yacht charter to cabin charter and many reputable agencies to choose from. Private charters are usually for one week or more are ideal for groups who desire the freedom to roam the Mediterranean and Aegean sea. 

All Inclusive or Self Catering - You should check with your specific yachting agency but usually food and drinks are not included in the standard charter fee. 

Research your Route - It’s a good idea to have a little background information on the area you’re planning to be sailing through and while your yachting agency will have recommendations and can point out the ‘top spots’, it’s also worth doing a your own research. 


Choose the Right Yacht - If you’ve ever strolled along the promenade in the harbours of Fethiye, Marmaris or Kas then you will know that #Turkey has no shortage of gulet sailing boats. Most have berths for 12 to 16 passengers although smaller and larger are also available, most also have sun beds, sound system, deck shower as well as cabins with ensuite bathrooms and some yachts are also fitted with air conditioning and equipped with fishing and snorkelling kits to use at your leisure.

Disconnect - By far the best way to enjoy your yacht charter in Turkey is by disconnecting from the stress and hassles of everyday life and engaging with the magnificent scenery of the Turquoise coast as well as enjoying the company of your fellow crew mates. 

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Plain Sailing

THE 35th America’s Cup will be hosted for the first time in #Bermuda between May 26 and June 27, at which time the most elite sailing teams in the world will go to battle for yachting’s most sought-after trophy and title.

With 181 islands and 64 miles of coastline, it is not surprising that sailors travel back to Bermuda time and again.

Nestled neatly in the Atlantic Ocean, Bermuda offers some of the best snorkeling in the world, crystal clear turquoise waters and dazzling pink-sand beaches. The month of June offers excellent racing conditions, creating the perfect competitive atmosphere for the time-honored #AmericasCup.

The Moorings is offering spectators a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view all the world-class racing action and excitement from the deck of their own state-of-the-art sail catamaran. Sailing enthusiasts and America’s Cup fans alike are invited to charter their own private crewed Moorings 4800 or Moorings 5800 yacht, complete with personal captain and gourmet chef, for the ultimate America’s Cup experience.

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Be James Bond … for a day!

BMI REGIONAL will offer aspiring secret agents private jets from £300 per person per day, ahead of the release in November of the next James Bond movie, Spectre, with Daniel Craig in the starring role.

Budding Secret Service agents – says bmi – looking for international exploits and secret stakeouts can hire a 50-seater jet aircraft for their own private use,
bmi regional offers private charter of its 50-seater Embraer aircraft – decorated with a personal livery, if required – starting from £15,000 per day. 

Based on 50 passengers travelling from a UK airport to a short haul destination such as the south of France, Croatia, or Switzerland, the cost stands at £300 per person including full in-flight service.

Flyers and guests can choose their own schedule, departure airport, and short haul destination.

Lee Rennie, head of Charter at bmi regional, said: ‘The comfort, convenience, and cost of a private jet makes it an obvious choice for those on a mission, whether it be for business or pleasure.’

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