We fully understand that you may not want or be able to carry enough cash to tip at the end of your charter. In that case, you can certainly send us a tip electronically via either Venmo, Zelle, or bank transfer. Please reach out to us at billing@greekseas.com and we can send you the relevant information.
If you are interested in traveling to Santorini there are several airlines, including Olympic, Ryan Air, Sky Express, and Volotea, that operate flights. We suggest using Google Flights to search for options between Athens (ATH) and Santorini (JTR). Your charter captain can return the yacht to Athens early on Friday if needed, but it’s advisable to…
There are a wide array of sightseeing tours offered in Athens. We are happy to offer you a few recommendations:
Cyclades (too far to visit on charter, but an easy high speed ferry trip) Kimolos Naxos Milos Sifnos (this island is close enough to visit in good conditions but is one of my favorite islands.) Requires a short flight or long ferry Kos (Dodecanesee island) Rhodes (Dodecanesee island) Kefalonia (Ionian island) Crete (Large island with tons to…
We find the most enjoyable times for charter sailing in Greece are in May/June as well as September/early October. The weather is generally dry as well as nice and warm between June and October (there is a small increase in rainy days in May, Sept, and October). The Aegean tends to warm up during the…
While Greek Seas isn’t able to provide travel insurance, our past guests have had positive experiences with third-party insurance providers that offer various options. Here are a couple of options that have worked well for past customers: It’s important to note that Greek Seas doesn’t offer refunds. However, in the event of a pandemic preventing…
If you’re looking for a nice restaurant to grab lunch or dinner near Zea Marina we recommend Belle Amie. There is a great selection of cafes and restaurants in the area.
Athens Information and Hotel Recommendations Your catamaran and charter will depart and disembark from Alimos Marina near Athens. We’ll provide fully detailed arrival information in your final pre-trip email. Central Athens is about a 15-20 min taxi ride away from Alimos Marina (the Athens airport is about a 45 min ride). If you have time to explore, I’d…
Athens Information and Hotel Recommendations Your catamaran and charter will depart and disembark from Zea marina near Athens and the large port of Piraeus. We’ll provide fully detailed arrival information in your final pre-trip email. Central Athens is about a 20-minute taxi ride away from Zea marina (the Athens airport is about a 45 min ride). If you have…
Concerning tipping, our crew is dedicated to making your trip unforgettable, and tipping is a wonderful way to express appreciation for their efforts. In the yachting culture of Greece, tipping holds significant value as genuine feedback on the crew’s performance. However, it’s important to keep in mind that tipping amounts may vary based on factors…