Ithaca

The island runs north–south and naturally lends itself to short day sails between close harbours.

Vathy is the primary landfall—a long, sheltered bay with town-front moorings and services within walking distance. Farther north along the east coast, Kioni and Frikes are small, characterful stops with limited berths; most boats go stern-to with their own anchors.

Summer brings a reliable NW maistral; expect local acceleration and occasional night katabatics in confined bays. Tides are small; sea level and chop are mainly wind-driven, with additional wash from passing traffic.

Seabeds are patchy—aim for sand between Posidonia, and consider long lines ashore in tighter coves. Peak-season traffic is busy, so early arrivals and clear VHF coordination make life easier.