Category: Greece

  • Porto Vromi (Zakynthos) Chaos and Tranquility

    A base for tourist boats that can offer a good sheltered and tranquil night anchorage Porto Vromi is one of the very few sheltered anchorages on the north-west coast of Zakynthos and, for anyone planning to explore the spectacular coastline around Navagio, it is probably the most convenient base. Strictly speaking, it is not a…

  • A convenient stop if you want to visit the caves A lively and well-protected harbour that combines good facilities with plenty of local character. The waterfront is always busy, serving as the base for numerous tour boats heading to the Blue Caves and the famous Shipwreck Beach, while the ferry from Kefalonia also calls here…

  • Erikoussa

    Erikoussa is the northernmost inhabited island in the Ionian Sea, known for its lush vegetation and sandy beaches. Covering 4.5 km², it offers a peaceful escape for sailors. The main harbor in Porto features basic amenities, and the island is rich in history, accessible only by ferry from Corfu or Agios Stefanos.

  • Finding a Good Sheltered Berth in Milna: A Complete Guide

    A very sheltered destination, with many options There are so many horrible you tube videos about “hafenkino” or harbour cinema, and many are in shot in Milna. Maybe it is because it’s a large charter base, or because there are katabathic winds. It is with a little apprehension then that we are preparing to dock…