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Let yourself be carried away by the idea of a perfect holiday: sailing on a yacht on the azure sea, the sun caressing you, a refreshing iced frappé in your hand, and islands with such lush greenery that even Ireland could envy them. From time to time, you drop anchor in a secluded cove with a beach all to yourself, enjoy the best moussaka in a cosy family-run tavern in the evening, and immerse yourself in history as you explore ancient ruins the next day. Does this sound like a dream to you? Not at all. Welcome to the Sporades.

Let's face it. There are two types of people. Those who go on holiday to lie on the beach and catch bronzes, and those who go for the food. And then there's a third, elite group: us. Those of us who know that the best holidays combine both, with the added bonus of splashing waves against the hull of the boat. If you're in this select group, I have a life-changing tip for you. Or at least your next vacation. It's called Sailing Istria.

Forget crowded beaches and hotel complexes. Imagine a week where you wake up in a deserted cove, breakfasting on fresh figs on the deck and wondering only if you'll have truffles or freshly caught shrimp for dinner tonight. Sound like a dream? In Istria, it's a reality.

Imagine that. The sun is scorching, the sea is a colour you've only seen in overly edited Instagram photos, and you're sailing on a yacht among the Greek islands. Bored? Maybe for someone who thinks of a holiday as an all-inclusive resort and a fight for the last available sunbed by the pool. But what if we add a little... wind to this idyllic picture? And a kite? And a surfboard? Suddenly, a leisurely cruise becomes an adrenaline rush that gets your blood pumping. Welcome to a world where sailing and kitesurfing become one unforgettable adventure.

"The north wind is cruel," sings a notorious song. And while it probably doesn't exactly mean a summer holiday in Greece, any sailor who has tasted the Aegean Sea could tell you. If you're planning to cruise the Greek islands, you'd better watch out. Meet the Meltemi, a phenomenon that rules the Aegean with a firm hand and can turn an idyllic sailing trip into a fight for survival. But don't worry, we've got advice on how to tackle this Greek speciality so you can enjoy your holiday and reach port safely.

Imagine that. The morning sun lazily drifts over the horizon, its rays dancing on the calm surface of the sea. You're standing on the deck of a yacht, with only the sound of waves and seagulls around you. No stress, no deadlines, just you, the sea and complete peace. Now add to that a morning yoga stretch on a deserted beach. Sound like a dream? Maybe it does. But it also sounds like a damn good vacation plan.
The combination of sailing and yoga may at first seem like a strange hybrid, like a cross between a seal and a llama. But make no mistake. The two activities go together like gin and tonic. Sailing is about freedom, adventure and connecting with nature. Yoga is about finding inner peace, harmony and connection with yourself. Together they form a perfect synergy that will take your holiday at sea to a whole new level.

Imagine that. The sun is slowly dipping towards the horizon, colouring the sea surface in shades of orange and purple. You're standing on the deck of a yacht, bobbing lazily on the waves, holding a fishing rod and feeling that familiar tension. And then it comes. A jerk. An experience that combines the calm of the sea with the adrenaline of the hunt. That's what sailing Croatia with a rod in your hand is all about. It's not just a holiday, it's a mission. A mission for the freshest dinner of your life.

Combining sailing with fishing is like adding bacon to eggs - it elevates an already great thing to divine manna. Instead of just cruising around picturesque bays, you become an active part of the marine ecosystem. And let's face it, pulling a dinner out of the water that you'll throw on the grill in a few hours is just style.