Ionian Sea is a yachtsman’s paradise with the gentle, calm, clear waters making it one of the safest sailing areas in the world. Sailing holidays in the Ionian Islands are ideal either for the novice or for expert sailors due to the geographical position combined with the beauty of the landscape, the many anchorages in the region, the mild climate and the existence of an international airport.
Sailing in Corfu is superb due to the beautiful scenery with plenty of picturesque villages, numerous fortresses and other ruins showing the centuries of domination by the Venetians. Lovely sheltered bays surrounded by pine and olive groves, lively towns and sandy beaches where you can swim and eat at the local tavernas. Visit Sidari on the north coast of Corfu to swim in the Canal d'Amour, where it is said lovers will stay together for ever. The old harbour of Corfu/Kerkyra on the east coast is the main port with berths for visitors, while on the west coast of Corfu there is the port of Paleokastritsa which is dominated by the Monastery of Panagia Theotokou. Other ports include Gouvia bay and marina which is located on the east coast 5 nautical miles of Corfu town and features a Venetian arsenal of 1716; Kassiopi on the north coast and on the south coast the pretty ports of Petriti and Lefkimi.
Pinnacle Yachts
Tzavros Corfu - Tel: +30 26610 90411
www.pinnacleyachts.co.uk
Corfu Sea School
Gouvia Corfu - Tel: +30 26610 97628
www.corfuseaschool.com
Kerkyra Marine Services
Kontokali Corfu - Tel: +30 26610 91731
www.kerkyramarineservices.com
Corfu Yachting
Gouvia Corfu - Tel: +30 26610 99470
www.corfuyachting.com
