Variety Cruises España

Here's Why Fall Is the Best Time to Sail Around Greece

"Sailing with Variety Cruises in early October on a small boat felt intimate and flexible: the family-owned business, now in its third generation after Diogenis Venetopoulos founded it in 1949 (initially by renting fishermen's boats), runs 11 vessels—the largest holding 73 guests—and offers weeklong itineraries that dock by day and sail at night, allowing the crew to learn passengers' names quickly, take people to smaller ports and hidden coves, and adapt plans when weather forces changes; I also appreciated the personal touch from Captain Yannis, who invited us to his bridge and shared stories, and the company's stated sustainability commitments, including joining Tourism Declares a Climate Emergency and developing a climate emergency plan." - Sarah Souli Sarah Souli Sarah Souli is a journalist based in Greece. She writes about people, places, and politics, usually in combination. Her work has appeared in The Economist, Politico, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, The Guardian, and others. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines