FAQ

Because it’s not always easy to imagine yourself on a sailboat on vacation, here’s a selection of the most frequently asked questions.
If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to send me a message.
I’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
I’m here to help.

Before departure

What do I need for a cruise to Greece?

Sunglasses ☀️ sun cream, cap, your best swimsuit…and your best mood!

I've got a big hard plastic Samsonite suitcase... where should I store it?

This type of suitcase is not accepted on board for reasons of space.
Choose canvas carry-on or rolling bags, such as hiking bags, which are easy to store.

How do I get to Parikïa on Paros to embark?

3 ways to get to Parikïa :

The quickest option: Plane to Mykonos (3h20) – Bus (3€) and 10-minute journey to Tourlos-ferry port then Ferry to Paros (quick 40′ and 60€) or (normal 1h15 and 35€) The only stop on Paros is at Parikïa The marina where the boat ⛵ awaits you is 250m further down the beach on your left as you exit the ferry.
From Paris, Marseille, Toulouse or Brussels…or others Plane to Athens ( ~3h ) then connection to Paros (30 minutes).
Plane to Athens (3h) – Metro to Piraeus port (1h 45) €10 or Bus X95 to Piraeus port (1h20) €6 or Taxi (50min) approx. €50 Ferry from Piraeus port to Parikïa (4h).

For seasickness, is there an effective method?

YES!
The Scopolamine Patch and only that!
Only on prescription from your doctor and only when ordered from a pharmacy…so don’t leave it to the last minute.

It’s magic…a 99.7% success rate

The remaining 0.3% is due to physical incompatibilities.

Security

A word about safety and on-board equipment?

My sailboat is equipped in category A. The most demanding in terms of safety.
What’s more, I’ve personally invested in top-of-the-range equipment.

What are the safety measures and procedures on board?

Safety is my responsibility.

Yes, in fact, safety is a complex subject which, in a nutshell, walks on 2 legs, and they’re inseparable: – Procedures – Training.

We won’t have time to do either before we sail together.

So, by anticipation, I can forbid you at any time what I authorized the day before or a few hours before.

A safety and rules briefing is given before the start of each cruise.

What kind of safety and rescue equipment do you have on board?

Considering the regulations, I’m in maximum security armament.
In fact, I’m even above what’s required.
Yes, because the world of safety is subject to strict regulations.
But I wrote above that safety is all about Procedures and Training.
So all of a sudden, the regulations are ordered by administrative rules between different types of vessels: Oil tankers, cargo ships, speedboats, hard hulls, inflatable hulls, sailboats (all types and sizes). Can you feel the muddle?
Rather than be too long, I’ll give you a few examples.
Corto is equipped with 2 watertight crash boxes in the bow and stern (not compulsory). I have 6 fire extinguishers (3 in the regulations), knowing that their lifespan is 15 seconds when in use.
I have twice as many life jackets
I have 2 autopilots (instead of 1 and not mandatory)
I have 2 independent GPS chartplotters (instead of 1)
I have a reinforced shell

How do you deal with emergencies and difficult weather conditions?

By watching the daily weather reports and anticipating, even if it means staying in port.
Safety first and foremost.

Life on board

How do you manage the boat and passenger participation?

The more you participate (if you feel like it), the more satisfied I am!
I love to pass on.

How does the boat work? Can we take part in manoeuvres?

Yes, you can take part in everything!
The whole idea is to share.

If you come along, you can take part in everything according to your personal expectations.

Are there any tasks to which passengers can contribute during the cruise?

Yes, even though I’m usually the one doing the cooking (due to seasickness).

I’m also the one who starts breakfast, so the different meals are part of the rhythm of the day, which I organize around cooking.
If you have any special dietary requirements or intolerances, please let me know.

The same goes for the cleaning, I take care of the common areas every day.
If you wish, you can make your own cabins!

Services and logistics :

Basically, everything is included, on the one hand in the price of your cruise, and on the other in the on-board fund.
Details can be found in the presentation of each cruise. Go here

What services are included in the cruise (food, diving equipment, etc.)?

The cruise includes all on-board equipment: diving gear, paddle, canoe, kitesurf, dinghy, games and books.

How do you plan meals and provisions on board?

All costs relating to taverns (restaurants), meals on board, scooter or car rental outings, diesel fuel, bed linen and port charges are paid by the ship’s till.

Interaction with passengers :

Basically, I don’t do much.
I just listen and don’t judge.
And I try to be at your service at all times.

Do you have any special rules or expectations of passengers during the cruise?

My main aim is to make you happy and help you discover this magnificent country by the sea.

Interested in a cruise?

I’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have.
I’m here to help you have the best vacation possible.

Contact me