That a sailing vacation is ultimate enjoyment, you may have already known. But that it is also optimal relaxation? You already knew that. But that it can be even more relaxing than that? Did you already know that? With a hostess and skipper on board, you will be completely unburdened and the vacation will be even better. Having a (small) crew on board makes all the difference so you can get the most out of your vacation. It may feel...

Sailing in the Mediterranean is wonderful. Beautiful routes, good food, a relaxed atmosphere: enjoyment guaranteed. But before you leave, there are some practical things that are handy to know. Like having a sailing license – what exactly is that? What do you need and why? In this blog we explain it to you. Each country has its own rules and insurances. Boats registered in, and rented out from, a particular country are subject to those rules. Therefore, the requirements of...

It is a challenge every year to find a vacation that is fun for the whole family: entertainment for the kids, good weather, adventure and relaxation (also for the parents). But last summer we found the perfect combination: a flotilla sailing vacation. At first we thought: we can’t sail at all, this probably isn’t for us. But the pictures and stories of previous travelers made us curious. And so this summer we arrived at the airport with some expectations, but...

It had been on my bucket list for a long time: sailing in Greece. The many islands, the beautiful bays, dolphins and turtles, and then that Greek food…I could picture it all. Unfortunately I didn’t have anyone who was interested in sailing and I didn’t want to do it on my own. Until I discovered the co-sailing option of Portokali. Hop aboard the leadship, meet new people and sail in a flotilla? Let’s go! I had sailed before, so a...

At Portokali, we chose to house our base with boats we manage ourselves, on the island of Aegina. And for good reason. 🙂 The benefits in brief: Small-scale and cozy city harbor Departure point in the middle of the cruising area Less hot in the summer months Sailing yachts with just that little bit of extra attention Portokali jetty, office and a great team So Aegina has many advantages as a departure port for a sailing vacation. On this page...

In the first few weeks of 2022, we have been busy expanding our reach to our southern neighbors. As of today (February 25, 2022) we will therefore officially start Portokali Belgium. This branch will mainly focus on B2B, i.e. company outings and anniversary or anniversary group travel. Of course, our vision remains the same: at Portokali it’s sailing without limits. That means there are no limits to your dreams or wishes. We take care of it all and you can...

Just what should you pack if you are going to spend some time on a sailing yacht? Although many items are already on board, a good packing list is very important for a sailing vacation in the sun. To make sure you are optimally prepared and relaxed on your trip, we have compiled the following packing list of things you should definitely not forget. Not the most exciting, but essential things you take with you when you travel. Passport/identity card....

In Croatia (and more Mediterranean countries) you have to deal with ports where you moor with a mooring line. A very nice system, but you have to understand how it works…. But after reading this article, you too will be a fan of this way of mooring! But first: what is a mooring line? A mooring line is a line facilitated by the port. It lies from the edge of the quay, underwater to a large concrete block to which...

Sometimes a port is full or you don’t feel like entering a port at all because there is a beautiful bay around the corner. Then the temptation is great to just throw out your anchor and enjoy the peace and quiet (and probably a very beautiful starry sky!) in that bay around the corner. But how do you make sure your boat is right then? How do you know if your anchor is “catching” and so you can go to...

In Greece (and many other Mediterranean countries), an anchor is essential aboard your sailing yacht. And that’s not just so you can drop your anchor in a beautiful bay at lunchtime, but also to make sure you’re safe in a harbor at night. In fact, it is customary to moor by using your anchor in front and two lines at the back of your boat. Mooring at anchor, also known as Med(iterranean) Mooring. Wondering how that works? After all, good...