CHECK THE YACHT’S DOCUMENTS ARE ALL IN ORDER AND GET INSURANCE UPDATED TO COMPLY WITH THE MINIMUM COMPULSORY INSURANCE COVER
it’s not just a hustle for berths. “Greece’s tourism is off the charts during the summer and therefore it can be very crowded - prepare yourselves. Even simple things like booking a table at a restaurant could end up being a nightmare if proper planning is not undertaken.” Again, the yacht agent will come in very handy.
Moving on to the tedious but imperative issue of paperwork. Unsurprisingly, all agents advise to avail yourselves of their services. “Local assistance is always necessary when visiting a new place,” says Yachtways’ Elena. “It just has to come from someone who has the knowledge and, especially in the case of yachts, someone that you can trust.” Atalanta Golden Yachts’ Michael adds, “There are so many islands to visit and one must have access to inside information in order to simplify their journey. Formalities, bunkering, anchorages and provisioning are best done via local experts.”
Michalis Roditis, Manager of eponymous Roditis Yachting, has advice for skippers,
“Check the yacht’s documents are all in order and get insurance updated to comply with the minimum compulsory insurance cover required in Greece. Crew and passengers must also have all their documents in order, including visas for those citizens who require one for entering the EU. Naturally, the captain’s licence should also be valid.”
Ioannis warns of the need to familiarise yourself with local laws, for example those relating to smaller watercraft. “Jetski and tender use is only allowed if you are over 18 years old and have a licence. The distance between the yacht and the jetski should be kept within sight. Beware, controls and penalties are frequent.”
Formalities aside and on to the indulgent side of yachting, the moments to savour. We asked our ‘panel’ of Greek yacht agents to name the one must see anchorage in Greece and, remarkably, each came up with somewhere different – tribute to the country’s never-ending beauty.
RODITIS YACHTING AGENCY The agency offers a wide range of services to associate agents, yacht owners and crew, including general marina services and Captain’s support in documentation, clearance, berthing, provisioning, bunkering, air transportation, luxury mini van transportation and all land and onward travel arrangements. Based in Rhodes they offer short or long term storage of yacht equipment, spare parts, they arrange custom clearance and inland or international transportation as well. Roditis deals with all the arrival and departure Formalities, plus assists with the Port Master & Customs and Immigration. For more details Tel: +30 2241 037101 or visit
www.rya.gr
“Santorini’s caldera at sunset and then overnight,” said Elena from Yachtways. “Pure magic.”
“That would have to be Koufonissia - actually two very small islands that are separated by a narrow sea channel that is 200 metres wide,” elected Michael. “With more boats than permanent residents, it is unpretentious and its waters are strikingly clear and turquoise. The laidback atmosphere in this location makes it the perfect spot to anchor after visiting the bustling islands of Mykonos and Santorini.”
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