Flotillas, First Stops & Confidence-Building Anchorages
Welcome to our Saronic Gulf cruising series, written from real experience — not brochures.
In the summer of 2022, we spent six months living and sailing in Greece as flotilla leaders. This series is built from what actually works on the water: calm first-night stops, forgiving harbours, easy sailing legs, and places that quietly build confidence — especially for newer or less experienced crews.
Whether you’re joining a flotilla, chartering a yacht, or planning your first Med season, this collection is designed to help you sail Greece with more ease and less stress.
Start Here: Flotilla Sailing in Greece
If you’re new to flotillas — or wondering whether one is right for you — this is the cornerstone guide that explains everything.
👉 The Ultimate Guide to Flotilla Sailing in Greece
What flotillas really are, who they’re for, the pros and cons, safety, timing, and what to expect — written by people who led them.
Saronic Gulf Stops We Trust (By Yacht)
These are places we returned to again and again — especially when sailing with new or nervous crews.
⚓ Aegina
👉 Aegina: A Yachtie’s Guide to Mooring, Anchoring & Sailing
A practical, welcoming island with excellent provisioning, reliable shelter, and easy sailing. Includes a free cockpit anchorage download (day & night mode).
⚓ Epidavros
👉 Epidavros for Cruisers: Where to Anchor, Moor & What to See
A calm stop combining ancient history with relaxed sailing. Ideal for slowing the pace and stepping straight into one of Greece’s most extraordinary archaeological sites.
⚓ Methana
👉 Methana: The Perfect First Night Stop for New Cruisers
Our favorite confidence-building first stop when leading flotillas. Forgiving, sheltered, and quietly brilliant — especially after a long handover day.
Free Cockpit Resources for Cruisers
Each destination guide includes a printable cockpit reference, designed to be laminated and actually used on board.
✔ GPS waypoints
✔ Anchoring depths
✔ Day & night mode
✔ Skipper notes from experience
These guides are created for yachties who prefer clarity over clutter.
Who This Series Is For
This series is especially helpful if you:
- Are sailing in Greece for the first time
- Are joining a flotilla
- Are chartering without a full-time skipper
- Want calm, well-tested overnight stops
- Prefer real-world advice over glossy marketing
Coming Next in the Series
We’ll continue adding to this collection as we revisit more trusted stops in Greece — always from a sailor’s point of view.
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Captain Mike & First Mate Nikki
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