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With beautiful beaches and quiet coves, Croatia’s
coast is perfect for sailing. Keith Harvey from Sunsail
tells us all about fl otilla trips around Dubrovnik
Sailing the Adriatic
coastline
Q&A
WHAT IS A FLOTILLA?
Basically, it’s a sailing trip where
you can really relax and enjoy
yourself. A group of yachts will sail
together, with professionals there
to help out along the way. It’s an
opportunity to join a fleet where
the skipper, host and technician are
there to guide you; as well as host
fun activities in the evenings.
WHAT COULD SOMEONE EXPECT
ON A FLOTILLA TRIP?
Mornings are kickstarted with a
briefi ng where travellers are told the
best places to go snorkelling, historic
sites, and where to try local cuisine.
Assistance is also never far away
as the crew is there to support you
leaving the dock and when you moor
up for the night. In the evenings, you
can enjoy a group meal with the other
members in the fl eet, but if that’s not
your thing, you’re free to explore the
island. I plan fun onshore activities,
too, like wine tasting in Dubrovnik.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE
HIDDEN GEMS ON THE ROUTE?
It’s a hidden gem from start to fi nish.
We’ve got the famous blue caves in
Croatia, but we’ve got other caves,
too, that not many people know
about. I know the area like the backs
of my hand, and I love taking visitors
off the beaten track; it’s places like
the beautiful hidden green cave that
make a trip even more memorable.
For more information on how to book,
visit sunsail.co.uk/flotilla
Sunsail invented the concept of a flotilla
in 197 4, with the aim of offering relaxed,
sociable trips.
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