BELAMOUR

BELAMOUR is a 13.13m (43ft) sailing yacht launched by Beneteau in 2008 — a manageable, honest cruising boat of the kind that has made the yard's reputation, and a sensible choice for those who want the Greek islands under sail rather than under engine. Her layout offers four cabins for up to ten guests, with the detailed berth configuration available on request. On a yacht of this size, that arrangement speaks for itself: this is a charter conceived for a group that intends to be on deck, in the water and ashore rather than closeted below. Greece is her cruising ground, and few yachts suit it better. The Cyclades and the Saronic reward a hull that can slip into a small harbour, anchor off a beach where larger yachts cannot follow, and make the most of the afternoon breeze between islands. Days settle into an easy rhythm — an early passage while the wind is still gentle, a long swim stop at midday, a berth in a village port by evening. Her crew handles the sailing, the provisioning and the daily logistics, leaving guests to decide little more than which bay comes next. The itinerary is built around your pace, with local knowledge of where to anchor, where to eat and when to move on. For a family or a group of friends drawn to authentic Mediterranean sailing rather than to volume for its own sake, BELAMOUR offers a straightforward and well-judged way to discover the Greek islands.