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Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 — Greece A sailing yacht should look right before it does anything else: long lines, a clean sheer, details that reveal themselves slowly rather than all at once. The Sun Odyssey 440 has that restraint — and the hull underneath it was drawn for pace, not just for looks. Sheeted in on a steady Aegean breeze, she is the kind of yacht that makes the passage between islands part of the day rather than the price of it. Below, three cabins each hold a double bed, giving the accommodation an even, unhierarchical layout — useful when several couples share the charter and no one wants the short straw. The yacht welcomes up to ten guests aboard. Greece suits her well: short hops, reliable wind, anchorages that reward a yacht able to reach them under sail. Itineraries, provisioning and timing are arranged by the crew around how you actually want to spend the week.