Sailing & Walking Tale, 28/05/2022

"Lorcan and I had the holiday of a lifetime! All the best." Janet and Lorcan, UK

"Anchoring in a small bay, snorkelling in a cave and beach barbecuing were the most memorable moments. The crew go out of their way to make everything work for you… It was my third time and it was great to be back." Anne-Marie, UK

 Sailing & Diving Tale, 4/06/2022

"Merci pour cette magnifique croisière accompagnée de virées plongées. Une bonne équipe à bord qui a su nous carie partager leurs passions. Nous avons pu découvrir de très beaux paysages, des endroits paradisiaques. Nous retiendrons que l’hospitalité grecque est juste exceptionnelle. Merci à vous pour ce magnifique voyage, nous avons passé d’excellentes vacances. Merci pour ces soirees enflammées sur la danse floor. Et encore merci pour le storage de notre bige valise. Merci Annie, Merci Sotiris" Kathy et Carole, France

 

 

 

“Thanks a lot for this beautiful week, full of sail, dives, colourful fishes and discoveries! We will remember these holidays for a long time, especially the dancing nights! We definitely want to come back. Thank you to the best skipper Sotiris and to the best guide Annie!” Elivre and Nicolas, France

Sailing Tale, Ionian Islands, 17/07/2022

"Our experience with our yacht and Ionian sailing was absolutely fantastic and we all agreed one of our best holidays ever. Thank you so much for helping us coordinate it. The yacht was great, very well stocked and maintained. It was comfortable and was great for the six of us plus our skipper.

 

Our skipper Vasillis was the best! He was fun, knowledgeable, pleasant and capable. On my flight over I had read a book on places to go, but when we got there I decided to just let him advise us. At the end of the trip I looked back into my guidebook and he had actually taken us to several of the placed I had marked as good ones. He said he wants us to come back and take us north next time!

 

The weather was perfect, hot but not too hot. The water was the most beautiful, crystal clear and the perfect temperature to be comfortable and refreshing... The best parts were the skipper, the water and the beautiful scenery.

We had a wonderful time and we highly recommend this trip. We do hope to be able to go back and do it, or something similar again one day. Thank you for all your help and patience, this trip certainly took a long time to plan because of the pandemic but was so worth waiting for!" Carol, William, Frederic, Constance, UK 

“Υπέροχη εμπειρία, αξέχαστο ταξίδι! Σας ευχαριστώ πολύ!” Γιωτα, Ελλάδα

"Hard to single out a specific moment. The entire experience has been like a dream-traveling to remote Greek villages and islands on a sail boat. I especially appreciate the opportunity to bond with the staff. The experience feels very much like traveling with close friends rather than a commercial experience. We were very environmentally conscious when it comes to our foot prints, resource consumption, and trash. We also supported local vendors and small restaurants in remote places that I would never have found if I were to travel on my own. What a fantastic and unique experience. I'll be back!" Pon, USA

Sailing & Diving Tale, 16/7/2022

“I wanted to write to thank you and Sotiris for a wonderful week sailing in the Cyclades. As our youngest said - he was “living the life”. We all totally loved it and really appreciated the attention Sotiris paid to our safety and maximising our enjoyment of the trip. We really appreciated his menu and restaurant advice and appreciated his helping us access lovely beaches and great swimming. The highlight was definitely the night time plankton and we all appreciated his flexibility and sensitivity to how we were all feeling. We really benefited from his deep experience and his easy company. Huge thanks again!" Andrea and Stuart, UK

Sailing & Walking Tale, 23/07/2022

"Finished up our holiday with time in Greece including a week onboard the yacht “Tahita” on a sailing & walking tour of the Small Cyclades Islands. Beautiful weather and great sailing with our skipper Sotiris and his first mate Annie. We visited many small islands and walked in the afternoons with Annie who has great local knowledge. This usually ended up in a local taverna with delicious local cuisine, lots of wine and singing, so much fun!! Angels, William, Patrick, Deborah and Lara, Australia!

 

“Tahita sailing for our family around the Cyclades was a memorable experience. Sotiris and Annie were fantastic and gave us a truly full on sailing time. The afternoon walks with Annie topped off our days on the water perfectly. I personally would love to do another adventure on Tahita and will be recommending you to my friends back in Australia. Thanks for the great time!” Pat, Australia 

Sailing Tale, 31/07/2022

"I just wanted to say a big thank you to you and Sotiris for a great week on the boat. The most memorable part of the holiday for me was sailing between the islands - enjoying the space and time to relax and just enjoy the ride. For my teenage children they enjoyed visiting the different islands and eating lots of lovely food. We all enjoyed swimming and snorkelling in the clear blue water. It was a great holiday and a new experience for my teenage children.

Safety was paramount and the skipper was careful to ensure that the route pursued was tailored to those on the boat. The islands we visited were all different and the tavernas were all great - good to have recommendations. If you enjoy boat life it's an incredibly relaxing week and one I would recommend doing.” Jenny, Bella & Edgar, UK

Sailing Tale, 13/08/2022

"Thank you both so much for a fantastic holiday experience. We’ve all chosen different islands as our favourites so it shows the variety of beautiful places you’ve taken us to! We wish you both luck and success for the future and perhaps we’ll see you again!” David, Marie, Hannah and Lara, UK

Sailing & Diving Tale, 27/08/2022

"Hi Annie, Thank you so much for your contribution to what has been a fantastic 2 week holiday. We had so many mini adventures along the way and yours was definitely one of the highlights. We truly feel refreshed, recharged and richer. Warm regards.” Nicky & Nick, UK

“A beautiful trip! We stopped off at some stunning locations. Every morning started with a gorgeous swim off the boat and every evening without fail ended in a night at a wonderful breathtaking stop - every evening meal was exceptional. Annie was an amazing dive master coaching us all into the inner world with such grace and reassurance. We are richer for it all. Thank you so much! xx" Otto and Leala, UK

Sailing & Diving Tale, 4/09/2022

 

"Σαν πας στον πηγαιμό για τις Μικρές Κυκλάδες, να εύχεσαι να είναι μακρύς ο δρόμος!... Ονειρικά απολαυστική εμπειρία, χτισμένη με πανέμορφες εικόνες και υπέροχους ανθρώπους!.. Ευχαριστούμε πολύ, ανυπομονούμε για το επόμενο ταξίδι μαζί σας!!" Έλσα και Ποθητάκης, Ελλάδα

Sailing & Walking Tale, 11/09/2022

"WE SO LOVED THE SAILING TRIP!!!!! I have sailed before and Sotiris is an excellent skipper, keeping the safety of the passengers and boat a priority. And he shared his knowledge of the islands and history and food which made the trip memorable. in addition, we loved his sense of humor, his love for life and spirit. Daphne is also an excellent guide, sailor and she led us on wonderful walks sharing history and culture of each place that we visited. We so enjoyed the tavernas selected on each island and sharing of meals and culture. The hike to the monastery and St. John's cave were special. She has a wonderful kind and patient spirit.

Both of their personalities and leadership are extraordinary and perfect for this adventure. We truly felt we got a sense of the people, the islands and country in a very unique way. We enjoyed getting to know them each a bit. We enjoyed the islands that we traveled to so much and there was ample time to relax at the beach, shop and walk.

Every step of the way of planning the trip, communication with you, payment and the trip itself have been handled so well with friendliness and professionalism. You made the trip easy to plan and I so appreciate that and will recommend you to everyone and hopefully return for another trip! We miss Greece already (it was hard to leave). Warmly" Sharon, USA

“I really enjoyed the adventure with our fun loving experienced team: Sotiris as our Skipper and Dafni as our guide. I always felt if there was anything I needed, they would go above and beyond. I felt very safe. They had friends in every port and are beloved by the locals. Great value and a wonderful trip. I highly recommend this sailing adventure in Greece. Wonderfully kind local people and the food was fantastic!” Laurie, USA

“Sotiris and Daphne, thank you so much for this incredible adventure and a slice of Greece that we would never have experienced without your guidance! We enjoyed the tavernas, the hikes, the stories, the history, and so much the captain’s festival. Your leadership and patience and friendship are so appreciated! We will miss you both and your country and hope that our paths cross again! Fondly!" Agnes, USA

Sailing & Walking Tale, 24/09/2022

"Sotiris and Arianna, Thank you for an adventure! The Greek islands are one of a kind - we thoroughly enjoyed the sailing, hiking - an amazing adventure. A dentist, a politician, a sailor and a Greek walk into a bar… Love” Alison and Ian, USA

“Arianna and Sotiris, thank you for everything. A fantastic week never forgotten.” Brian, Ireland 

Sailing & Walking Tale, 8/10/2022 

"Visiting beautiful authentic Greek islands with very low levels of tourism was the most memorable part of the holiday. Pack light (you really don't need much) and be open to just go with the flow. The Captain's knowledge ensures you explore the best places, visit amazing restaurants and enjoy unbelievable local food. Absolutely fantastic, an amazing way of seeing and experiencing real Greece.” Julie, David, Pauline, Steven, Karen, UK

Sailing Tale, 22/10/2022

"What an amazing trip. Beautiful places, amazing people and El Capitan fantastic. Definitely a bucket list experience.” Rory and Victoria, South Africa

“Amazing experience with an amazing skipper!! No crumb was left in the quest for adventure.” Wayne and Catherine, South Africa

 

 

Sailing & Diving Tale, 26/06/2021

"Thank you Sotiris and Annie! We had such an amazing time on our sailing and diving adventure in the Small Cyclades. The dives were fantastic and we truly enjoyed exploring all of the island communities during our week on Tahita. We always felt safe and comfortable while under way and while diving.

We especially liked the approach Mystic Blue employs with the guests. The sails were the perfect length, just long enough to enjoy the time at sea, but still allowing plenty of time to explore, dine, shop, and enjoy the local culture. Each island was special in its own way, and having two wonderful guides certainly facilitated that. We made memories that we will treasure for a lifetime. Thanks for making our honeymoon & first trip to Greece such a unique and incredible experience! Hope to see you both again soon.» Brandon and Janie, USA

 Sailing & Diving Tale, 10/07/2021

"A week ago today from almost this exact spot, we started on our week long sail in the Small Cyclades. Besides the sailing and the diving which were the original “plan”, we experienced top-notch guided tours of Iraklia, Ano and Kato Koufonisia, Antikeri, Schoinoussa and tips about the BEST places to eat and see.

 

In between we visited beautiful diving sites and each level of diving experience was professionally catered to. We, of course, were a great crew but HUGE THANKS to Annie and Sotiris for helping to make this a vacation and adventure to remember!!! Xoxoxo” Catherine, Switzerland

 

"Thank you for sharing your experience in sailing and diving, your knowledge of small, authentic places in the Cyclades, your love of good Greek food, stories about the places and traditions, the flora and animals, considering each person onboard. We will certainly love to come back and share with friends who want to visit the region!!! Thank you also for the poetic moments… Bon vent et Bonne navigation.” Florence, France

 

Sailing & Walking Tale, 17/07/2021

"A huge, huge “thank you” to Annie and Sotiris for the marvellous moments they offer. Kindness, attention, awareness for safety, enthusiasm, humour, all of this at our service!!! And… so many beauties shared in and around the “multi” blue sea. The Cyclades will forever stay in our minds as a place of grace, mixing nature and human beauties.” Daniel and Catherine, Belgium and France 

"Thank you a million! I appreciate everything about this trip and it will stay in my mind forever. I hope one day to rejoin as the beauty and vibes were impeccable. Until later or the next life.” Benjamin, USA

“I loved the Cyclades; sand and rock and sea and sky. Wonderful food, beautiful sailing and lovely dives. Thank you for shepherding through our time among the islands, you were fantastic guides. I’ll never forget the sight of the Cyclades surrounding me at the top of Iraklia. The history combined with the environment made for an amazing experience. Thank you!” Nick, USA

Sailing & Diving Tale, 14/8/2021

“Thank you so much Sotiris & Mike for a fantastic discovery trip across the lesser Cyclades. Awesome sailing, fantastic diving, great company and amazing beaches and scenery: what a week! Amorgos was a definite highlight! Thanks again.” Guillaume, France

"Thank you very much for this trip Sotiris & Mike!!" Louise (Jack Sparrow), France

"Thanks to you, we have discovered what great things this word has to offer, in the forms of great landscapes and amazing people. I cannot forget this trip.” Jules, France

Sailing, diving & walking Tale, 27/08/2021

"We have had an incredible trip around the islands with three fantastic dives. A huge thank you to Annie and Sotiris for guiding us around each of the islands. We have enjoyed each experience and would love to come again!” Georgie, UK

"Definitely our best family holiday to date with fantastic experiences like scuba diving and night swimming with bio-luminescence plankton! There was also great food and walks around all the islands. Thank you so much Annie and Sotiris.” Jemima, UK

"It’s been an absolutely fantastic holiday with amazing food and walks! We have had the chance to try new things like scuba diving which I have loved and am sure I’ll never forget. Thank you for such an amazing holiday!” Annie, UK

"One of the best holidays we have ever had - Annie and Sotiris the skipper of the boat were great hosts, the sailing, walking and diving were all incredible, and the hospitality of the island people we met was wonderful. We were excited to go on this holiday - but it exceeded all of our expectations.” Jamie, UK 

Sailing & diving Tale, 04/09/2021

"If you are looking for the perfect island hopping trip around Greece, then look no further! Imagine perfect honeymoon sailing on what feels like an exclusive boat ride, the freshest local food and wine that is great value for money (I personally gained about three kilos), exploring underwater caverns that are brimming with unique Mediterranean wildlife, feasting your eyes on different landscapes and shades of blue every day, racing off into the sunset with horizons all around, and admiring starry skies whilst swimming amongst shining sea plankton (and much, much more). Annie and Sotiris are extremely knowledgeable, friendly and hospitable and both of them clearly went out of their way to ensure that everyone had a great time. Before joining the trip, I was worried that I would not have a good time as a solo traveller, but I could not have been more wrong. To say it was like living in a dream is not enough - you have to experience it for yourself!" Yipsum, UK

Sailing & Walking Tale, 11/09/2021

"A lovely barbecue around a raging beach fire on a deserted island under a dark sky full of stars and surrounded by friends was the perfect summation of this magical holiday. They say “leave only footprints” but I am afraid I leave my heart." Ken, UK

"A two week holiday that will stay with me forever. The best company, much laughing - too much eating. Have seen amazing scenery and places that we never would have seen without Sotiris, Annie & Daphne. I am so sorry to say goodbye." Julie, UK

"This was such a lovely break for the sedentary north European: active but leisurely, outdoors and so well planned and flexible around the weather, winds, rigid postmasters and us! 24/7 we were cared for by Sotiris & Daphne watching around the clock. Thanks for everything!!” Marjolein, Netherlands 

Sailing & Walking Tale, 18/09/2021

“The lure of exotic islands, birthplace of Zeus, Apollo & Artemis! Islands deserted but inhabited (by only goats and cats…). A fabulous introduction to the western cyclades but even more importantly to friends to treasure for a lifetime. Loved getting to know life on the Tahita and Sotiris and especially Daphne made us feel like family. 

As in many of our hobbies, the islands, boat and local adventures are the pull to get you to Greece, but the people and common experiences will provide stories for life.” Larry, USA

“We looked forward to this adventure for two years. You provided an experience that was worth the wait.” Mary, USA

Sailing & Diving Tale, 03/10/2021

"Thanks to Annie & Sotiris for a fantastic adventure and immersion experience in the beauty of the Cyclades. Unforgettable alone time, too, in coves, bays, free diving and bodysurfing! Loved the caverns. Annie - become a free diver (certified) so I have a buddy next time (officially!). Wonderful!" Swapna, India

“From living rocks to katabatic wind systems, this trip was a wonderful learning experience and a delight. I wish you both continued success and hope to join you again. Thanking you both ever so much for taking good care of us. Looking forward to reading about the 'Trashformers'.” Nithin, UK

 

“So great to adventure with Mystic Blue. 1 week felt like 1 month and was a huge escape from life. Thank you for guiding us so carefully through the islands and showing us island life at each stop. I see Greece totally different now and leave a little in love - will be back for more and tell all my friends. Thank you so much." Lucy, UK

Sailing & Walking Tale, 10/10/2021

"We have had such a lovely week, full of adventure and new experiences & incredible food which as you know we love. Thank you for everything & hopefully see you again!” Samira & Saunders, UK and Lebanon.

Sailing & Walking Tale, 17/10/2021

"We enjoyed the diversity of the islands. They were all extraordinarily beautiful but each one had a distinctive quality. We truly appreciated the hikes we took to gain perspective from each island - whether it was to a vista point, a long trek, a stroll around the perimeter of the island - all very special. I think that both Annie and Captain Sotiris engaged in lively conversations with us - on the boat, over dinner and on the trails. I really appreciated learning from them and our conversations." David, USA

Sailing Tale, 1/11/2020

 

 "I think we died and then we woke up in heaven. And this is heaven... sailing! We loved our journey, it was amazing. We can’t be more happy and thankful!” Csenge, Hungary & Julian, Argentina 

 

 Sailing Tale, 4/10/2020

"Exhilarating sailing across turquoise and sky blue seas, feeling the boat at one with the elements. It was an absolute pleasure to spend the week with our skipper and scholar Sotiris, whose knowledge of the Aegean, its islands, history, culture, and great restaurants would be hard to beat. We loved visiting the ports of Naxos, Paros and Syros, and jumping off at the tiny harbours of Iraklia and Schinoussa. Putting down anchor and swimming in the middle of the sea, all alone but for the birds and the fish is one of the great experiences to be had in this life.

 

Highly recommended for people who enjoy each other's company. You will spend a lot of time together in the cockpit and cabin, so go with a good attitude to sharing and caring, and you will be fine. Also remember that Sotiris needs to know what you want to do so he can tailor the holiday to suit you, as well as the requirements of the winds and the currents. Be flexible and enjoy the adventure!

We had a wonderful time and would do it again in a heartbeat. A perfect combination of seascapes and landscapes, sun and wind, exercise and relaxation, exploration and education - and for us a much-needed break with our dear family.” Deborah & family, UK

Sailing & Diving Tale, 27/09/2020

"Dear Annie & Sotiris, thank you so much for this amazing experience! This was a perfect escape to refill the batteries. Love the authentic (Greek) approach, hope to see you again some place, sometime (always welcome in BE).” Yana & Yelle, Belgium 

 

“Thank you very much for a fabulous stay! It was a lot of fun and laughter and a perfect holiday! Wishing you all the best.” Les, Germany

 

“Dear Annie & Sotiris, thank you very much for the awesome sailing week. My first time in Greece was unforgettable. Wishing you all success!” Yazmin, Mexico

"We spent a most wonderful week on the beautiful Tahita with Sotiris & Annie, sailing & diving. The introduction into Greek food and culture as well as sailing and marine ecology was informative, entertaining and delicious! Our hosts were super-funny and we enjoyed ourselves hugely! Thank you so very much for the great time, the helpful tips and the sharing of your knowledge! We hopefully will meet again!" Claudia, James & Anja, Germany

Sailing & Diving Tale, 15/8/2020

"Thank you for this cruise diving into the little Cyclades, it was a first for our family to sleep on a sailboat, sail a ʾ la sail... a nice discovery and good memories to bring home. As for dives, they were beautiful! Thanks to Annie & Sotiris for an unforgettable vacation!" Yamina, Arnaud, Antoine & Ariane, France

"Friendly and hospitable mood from skipper Sotiris and Annie. Pleasant experience that left us 100% satisfied. Their knowledge of the islands and the hidden parts of the Aegean excited us even more. We will definitely do it again!" Irini and George, Greece

Sailing Tale, 1/08/2020

 

"It was our first time sailing and we loved it! The sailing was amazing, Tahita was comfortable, the company was excellent. We'll be back next year!" Lia, Simon & Chloe, Greece

 

Sailing Tale, 18/7/2020

"Ευχαριστούμε πολύ για αυτή την υπέροχη εμπειρία, δε θα την ξεχάσουμε ποτέ! Κάθε μέρα ήταν διαφορετική και γεμάτη εκπλήξεις. Φεύγουμε με το μυαλό μας γεμάτο από ωραίες στιγμές, και τη καρδιά μας γεμάτη αγάπη αφού από την πρώτη στιγμή μας αγκαλιάσατε και μας κάνατε να νιώσουμε φανταστικά!” Afrodite, Greece

"Hταν όλα υπέρχοχα! Μακάρι να είχαμε λίγο χρόνο ακόμα! Eλπίζω να τα ξαναπούμε σύντομα!" Celia, Greece 

Sailing & Diving Tale, 04/07/2020

 

"Thank you for an amazing week! We loved all the dives and the hike. We're excited to see exotic Greece & the Cyclades survival show on TV!" The Kloski family, USA

Sailing & Diving Tale, 14/09/2019

"Whilst my holiday was pretty fraught either end by weather, strikes and delays, my time with Sotiris and Petros were fantastic and could not be improved in any way. Both great guys. Thanks for a fun time. See you next year!" Ken, UK

Sailing Tale, 24/08/2019

"Thank you so much for this amazing experience we have lived together. It's been magical moments that we'll always carry in our hearts. Thank you very much..." Oihane & Rafa, Spain

 

"Soto we are very grateful for this experience, which without you, could not have been the same Your stories and knowledge of this earth has brought us a lot of memories that will surely make us grow as people. A strong hug." Dorleta & David, Spain

 

Sailing & Diving Tale, 10/08/2019

"The sailing trip was exceptional with a crew of 2 very professional and experienced: Sotiris the captain and Elina Samara our scuba diving instructor. It was an adventure with changes from the original plan because of the strong wind and our family's desire to avoid big waves. We did some fantastic dives in exceptional sites that Sotiris and Elina knew well as she is a certified marine biologist. 

Sotiris always managed to arrange any issue and we felt safe all the times. We will remember this sailing trip in clear water, great dives and stared nights. It was a family trip with 2 grown up teenagers and on the boat it was like we were all family with the rest of the crew. 

A human adventure with learning ecological behaviour by not wasting water and saving energy. We are willing to do it again one day." Aurélie, Francis, Morgane and Matheo, France

"The trip was wonderful and Elina was such a great instructor. I could not have asked for more." Lilja, Iceland

Sailing & Diving Tale, 6/7/2019

"Thank you very much for this amazing journey. I’ve enjoyed every dive that we’ve done - especially the airplane one. I’ve learned a lot of new things and techniques for sailing. For sure, I’ll recommend this type of vacation to everyone. Please keep the phenomenal work. By the time I get back, I’ll also have read some novels.” Niklas, Germany

"Annie & Sotiris thank you for all the moments I will never forget. See you later maybe, for another dive in Greece or France!" Nicolas, France

“Thanks for the wonderful trip and the possibility to practice my scanty abilities in sailing. I really enjoyed and appreciate it. You are great people and who knows, maybe I’ll come back for some other adventure!” Laura, Italy

“Dear Annie & Sotiris, thank you so much for the wonderful trip we had together. It was really great for us to experience sailing for the first time and we enjoyed the beautiful Cyclades islands so much. We will be back for more at your country’s beauty for sure!!!” Nikolay & Gergana, Bulgaria

Sailing & Walking Tale, 16/6/2019

"Annie and Sotiris, a thousand thanks for the most wonderful week - better than we could have imagined! The walks we did with Annie’s expert guidance made us appreciate the beautiful landscape of these amazing islands because we were in it instead of driving by it. The sailing was incredible, thanks to the depth of Sotiri’s knowledge and skill, and Scott will always be grateful for this generosity and patience teaching those skills, as well as for the opportunity to sail this beautiful boat in such exciting conditions - and for giving us such perfect weather! Best of luck - may we meet again, perhaps in Canada!” Scott & Jennifer, Canada

Sailing & Diving Tale, 8/06/2019

"Annie & Sotiris, you've been great! I really enjoyed exploring the Aegean Sea and sailing for the first time in my life with you. Thanks for the welcoming hospitality and I look forward to welcoming you one day at Dubai." Ahmed, Dubai

"Sotiris & Annie, a wonderful way to experience Greece; with good friends, tasty food and beautiful dives! My wife, Jen & I, have long been divers. With over 20 years shard between the two of us, she with the greater portions and hundreds if not thousands of dives under the belt. And, diving has far been our favourite shared travel passtime, so this was the best way to spend our time in exploration of Greece! Locations that felt undiscovered and new. 

Jen and I are sailors. She crewed a liveaboard in Australia while learning her Divemaster/Instructor certs. I have been a sailor for the US Navy for greater than 15 years, the majority spent sailing the waters of the Pacific off the coast of Japan. It was this week we realised we’d not been sailing together. And though we’ve been together three, short years, this was a wonderful, new shared experience for us. 

To the point: Thank you for the divers and giving us something new to share in our marriage. Sailing around Greece was the best way to take in the beauty of the area with good friends, tasty food and beautiful dives! Warm regards.” Matt & Jen, USA

Sailing & Walking Tale, 1/06/2019

"I loved the holiday!! It was perfect for me and as a woman travelling on her own I felt extremely comfortable. Daphne and Sotiris were perfect hosts and made it a lot of fun." Alison, UK

Sailing & Walking Tale, 4/5/2019

"Thank you for guiding us in The beautiful and serene islands of Cyclades. A memorable trip that I cherish..." Catherine, France 

"We all loved our sailing and walking in the Cyclades, so beautiful,.. Isabelle and I were talking earlier about repeating the experience but for 2 weeks instead!" Christine, France

Sailing & Diving Tale, 29/09/2018

"Dear Annie & Sotiris, I’ve fortunately lost track of the days and can’t believe it’s been a week already. Thank you for the wonderful memories. The sights were amazing but it was the people who made it an adventure. I look forward to telling everyone at home about morning sun salutations and sea elephant sightings." Megan and Brian, USA

Sailing & Diving Tale, 15/09/2018

"Dear Annie & captain Sotiris, thank you for this unforgettable experience. You have made our first sailing trip full of memories we will never forget. Thank you for your wonderful company and sharing dinners and drinks with us. We wish you both the best of luck and hope to see you in the future! Sincerely!" Paul & Tina, Holland & USA

"Thank you both for this wonderful week! I'll miss the wind, the rocking and your company!" Andrea, Switzerland

Sailing & Diving Tale, 8/09/2018

"The most memorable are the beautiful quiet islands we visited during the sailing trip, the 2 dolphins who swam with us the second day, the dive to a German war plane and the sailing itself. You just sit on deck, with a grip, and watch the sea, the wind, the islands. You can't do anything but relax." Arabella, Netherlands

"Dear Annie & Sotiris, thank you for all the journeys I’v had this week. I loved all the places we went and the festival in Iraklia. And thank you Sotiris for showing me your game about the imagination and the guards defending it. And letting me steer the boat." Leo, 12 years old, UK

"Dear Annie & Sotiris, thank you for everything. I was going to write what Leo wrote but he wrote it before me. Also Sotiris thank you for teaching me sign language.” Kitty, 10 years old, UK

“Dear Sotiris, thank you for a fabulous week and for making me feel very comfortable despite my feeling a little nervous to begin with. What an incredible holiday with fantastic memories.” Lucy, UK

"Dear Sotiris, to leave is heartbreaking. Truly, one of the best weeks of my life. Every port and cove and bay more beautiful than the last. Every meal wonderful. And a completely fabulous day of steering the boat. You were wonderful. Thank you.” Wendy, USA

"Dear Annie & Sotiris, thank you for such a wonderful sail and dive trip. The weather of course was not always the best with the heat and wind. Thank you for the adjustments and for giving us a safe passage. Me and my son had a wonderful time. I hope to visit the islands again. Thanks!" Don & Mikey, USA

Sailing & Diving Tale, 28/7/2018

"Dear Annie & Sotiris, thank you so much for this amazing holiday. We had a great time and learned a lot about sailing, diving and the Greek culture! The dives were unforgettable! Thank you both for navigating us safely through rough seas and showing us beautiful islands. We wish you all the best for the future and hope you have more adventurous sailing trips. Lots of love!" Geraldine, Karsten, Chiara, Killian, France

Sailing & Diving Tale, 14/7/2018

"What a wonderful time we had! You were great “leaders” and taught us so much more than we expected about this gorgeous country. The company couldn’t have been better. Thanks for everything. So glad Aaron found you so many years ago and we got to share a bit of his experience. Lets all keep in touch and come visit us in the USA.” xoxo Lj and David, USA

 

"Dear Annie & Sotiris, we had lots of laughs and conversations. It was a great way to see the smaller islands with like minded travellers. It was great with the merger of the nations onboard Tahita.” Helen & Michael, Australia

"Danke euch fur dieses tolle Erlebnis! Die Tauch-gange, das Segeln, die landschaft und naturlich das Essen war lecstlich wir haben talle Leute getroffen und hoffen, uns wieder einmal uber den web zu laufen. Liebe Ceusse." Sheila and Felix, Switzerland

Sailing Tale, 30/06/2018

"It is hard to pinpoint one moment over the whole week. The Small Cyclades are beautiful and lovely islands rising from crystal seas so against this backdrop the cove where we anchored to snorkel, the dives to underwater wrecks and caverns, the delicious food at hard-to-reach tavernas, the sailing between each fascinating location and finally the great company of Tahita's team, all contributed to an amazing week. Fantastic!" Lisa, Madeleine, Andrew, Matilda & Jemima, UK

Sailing & Diving Tale, 16/06/2018

"Thank you, we enjoyed our holiday very much... We also really enjoyed Sotiris' company, he made the trip very memorable for us." Jessica & Keith, USA

Sailing & Walking Tale, 9/6/2018

"Could these aged backpackers from London cope with their first small sailing boat holiday and trekking around the Small Cyclades? Why should we have had any qualms when we were in the hands of the incomparable Sotiris and Annie. This holiday ranks as one of the very best that we have enjoyed in our lives. We shall never forget the beauty of the islands, the relaxing evenings in wonderful taverns and the companionship of our fellow guests. Thank you for a magnificent and unforgettable holiday." Keith & Melanie, UK

"Ah, our first encounter with Greece. Many things were as I'd dreamed they'd be: the colour of the sea, the whitewashed buildings hugging the land, the boat. The best surprise was the food. Beautifully prepared by Annie and Sotiris. Thanks for helping to choose wonderful starters to share! You are attentive to everyone's needs and pleasures. I loved the terrific guided walks. Thanks for a beautiful trip!" Trish & Gates, USA

"You are a great team and we thoroughly enjoyed our exhilarating stay with you! Thank you for looking after us so well. The weather and particularly the wind performed well of us - thank you for arranging this! We shall not leave it another thirty years before we return to Greece again. With fondest wishes..." Lyndsay and John, UK

Sailing & Walking Tale, 02/06/2018

"Thanks for a fantastic adventure in introducing us to Greece and sailing. Awesome weather, terrific seas and wonderful company! It has been wonderful to share this week!" Tom, Colleen, Kate and Sam, USA

Sailing Tale, 12/05/2018

"Hi Annie and Soto, firstly, our congratulations for having succeeded to render our trip so interesting... We also wanted to attest to the excellent competence of our captain Soto (although we did not have to survive a storm!) but would like also to bring to notice the exceptional presence of Stella who managed us so well through her people skills and humour to entertain all of us all the way. We enjoyed the restaurants that you had chosen and the format of the trip and your boat, Tahita are under. Do pursue it since we shall let know our friends but also might come back..." Very best, Alex and Kim

Sailing & Walking Tale, 15/10/2017

 

 

"For the third time in a decade, thank you Sotiris & Annie for what has been a glorious week - a week needed to remind me that, if only for a moment in the water, it's always worth it, more than I can say!" Francesca, UK

 

 

 

 "Annie & Sotiris, we enjoyed a whole spectrum of islands, walks, experiences and every wind conditions! An unforgettable excursion to be flagged to the attention of our adventure-seeking friends! Thanks so much!" Becky and Gil, Canada

Sailing & Diving Tale, 8/10/2017

"Of hundreds of dives all over the world - this trip may be our last liveaboard. It was very memorable and one of the best. Thank you! Dear Annie & Sotiris, your professionalism was exceeded only by your warmth and passion for the sea. Very much enjoyed Venus's Cavern and the last Cathedral dive.

Your generosity of spirit, good conversation and knowledge of life in the Cyclades both now and historically was much appreciated." Dale & Suzy, USA

Sailing & Walking Tale, 23/09/2017 

"Everything was memorable! Spending a week living on a yacht and sailing the crystal clear, stunningly blue and mostly very calm waters of the Mediterranean. Hiking on beautiful and sparsely populated islands where we had the hinterland mostly to ourselves and discovering the hidden corners of historic island villages, guided by the wonderful Annie, who was full of information on local plants and habitat, as well as where to get the best coffee and seafood! Taking lessons in boat-craft from skipper Sotiris while hearing about his involvement in a wonderful upcycling initiative that complements the eco-principles of the tour company. And not least, having a great time with a wonderful group of like minded travel companions.

The deep appreciation of the environment Annie and Sotiris encourage promotes its conservation, with locals and visitors alike, and the tourist dollars we bring provide livelihoods for the islanders and reduce pressure on the ocean and the land." Jane, Austrialia

"Thank you Annie and Sotiris for such a lovely and relaxing week and for sharing such beautifull islands (and ordering such delicious food for us!)." Katie T., UK

"Sailing, walking around the lovely (small) Cyclades, wonderful food and best of all lovely company and guidance. Thanks very much!" Bill, Australia

"Thanks for an amazing week, wonderful sailing, beautiful islands, stunning walks and tasty food! I will be back! Lots of love!" Katie, UK

"Ya Annie & Sotiri, it was a very fun trip; enjoyed the simplicity and your being genuine makes the trip very homey and cosy. What more to do than being relaxed and comfrotable when sailing, hiking, swimming around the Greek islands. Ala Salama!" Nadine, Lebanon

 

Sailing & Walking Tale, 2/9/2017

"I have just returned from a sailing/hiking trip on Tahita with Skipper George and first mate Daphne. I travelled alone as an adventurous 65 year old lady and joined the other 5 crew/guests sailing around the Cyclades Islands and going ashore daily to hike around the beautiful, natural, unspoilt islands. George took care of us whilst afloat in his very laid back way which reflected total safety and trust in all his decisions. We all took part in crewing, carrying out his instructions and feeling part of the team. He entertained us in the evenings with his great sense of humour and we likened him to an old 'Greek pirate'. 

Daphne mentored us to walk/hike with her even though the temperatures were soaring during the midday hours and despite the heat we thoroughly enjoyed her immense knowledge of the history of the islands and learning about the various, abundant wild shrubs and herbs. Each island was different and we worked up an appetite to be guided to the best tavernas that were only known to the locals. I enjoyed the best walking (almost 40 miles during the week), swimming in the clearest of waters, sailing of course and delicious fish and local produce served up by the very friendly and welcoming locals.

The weather was stunning in early September and we didn't see a cloud the whole week. I would love to return and highly recommend the trip. Mystic Blue took care of my booking and kept me up to date and informed the whole time so I felt very safe travelling alone with the detailed itinerary. A great holiday all round!" Angela, UK

Sailing & Diving Tale, 26/8/2017

"Thank you so much for being such a perfect guide and showing us so many beautiful things and places. It was our first sailing experience and we absolutely loved it! Dear Antonis, our "seabreeze captain", thank you for your smile, your good humour and for being such a great skipper! We will miss you both and hope we will meet again. Thank you again for this great experience & the good laughs. Kisses & hugs." Sylvie & Volker, Swizerland

"Dear Annie & Antonis, It's been a pleasure meeting you and spending a week together. Kimolos will be hard to forget, Sifnos' paths were a lovely surprise. The beginning at Marpissa and the ending at Prodromos make the perfect frame of this wonderful experience. This was our first sailing week and the first of many others. We will just remember the pills for Maurizio. Thank you. See you next year!" Serena & Maurizio, Italy

 

"Dear Annie & Antonis, another fantastic experience on and under the waves or the paths of the Cycladic islands under the constant blow of the Aegean Sea... we didn't only visit fantastic places but also once again met new people that became our friends. We filled our batteries for the long winter that is awaiting for us in Innsbruck. Kisses." Katerina & George, Greece

 

Sailing & Diving Tale, 19/8/2017

"We enjoyd your hospitality Annie & Yiorgos! The islands were charming and breathtaking. You were fantastic hosts and always made us feel comfortable. Please do look me up if you get to Tampa, Fl!" Diana, USA

"Wow, what a week! Thank you for such an unforgettable experience. We met awesome new friends, had some lovely dives, and leave with many wonderful memories." Lindsay, USA

"What a wonderful week on the sailboat. Scenery was amazing. I met amazing people. This is a trip I will always remember. Thank you for taking good care of us at sea!" Zoe, USA 

"Thank you for the wonderful views in and out of the sea." Brian, USA

Sailing & Diving Tale, 12/8/2017

"An experience we will remember, discovery of sailing, great dives! I will never forget that walk around Schinoussa in the sunset and Annie's smile. Thanks for welcoming us on your boat, in your great country!" Violaine, Frederic, Leandre, Andeol, France

"Dear Annie and Antonis, thank you so much for an exciting week... even though we had been to some places in the Small Cyclades before, it was a totally new experience. I’m sure we will never forget to walk to the restaurant in Koufonisi, the 5-6-7-8 beaufort sailing with Antonis. We will have a different perspective of washing machines since Amorgos and the day of rest at Schinoussa was lovely. If you ever come to Amsterdam, come and visit us... otherwise we will see you again on Tahita, the islands or in Athens. Love and hugs!" Christine and Patrick, Holland.

Sailing Tale, 29/7/2017

"First time sailing and can't see how it could have been better! The boat was great and the opportunity to see the small Cyclades with all the stories from our skipper is unforgettable." Colin, UK 

"Thank you so very much for such a memorable trip. We felt so looked after and in incredible good hands; a real expert. Thank you guys so much." Sarah, Poppy and Annie, UK

Sailing & Diving Tale, 15/7/2017

"Dear Annie & Sotiris, this was a wonderful week full of amazing adventures, beautiful scenery, amazing dives and great company. I felt at home like I do in my ship. The food and all the islands we visited was awesome. Thank you very much for everything! Yamas!” Lecia, USA

“Dear Annie & Sotiris, thank you for a wonderful, amazing, fun holiday. This one week has created a lifetime of memories for me. I really appreciate all your hard work, as well as the great company you both are. Muchisimas gracias! Besos y un abrazote!” Liz, Puerto Rico

“Badass diving! Great clean and organised boat where we could relax! Thanks a bunch!” Malin, Sweden

"Thank you both for a wonderful week. Beautiful dives, lovely locations, fab food recommendations. G&T plus sunset = bliss! We loved spending time onboard Tahita and felt like a family by the end. We will miss you lots. Love." Helen & Dave, Ireland & UK

 

"Dear Annie & Sotiris, thank you so much for introducing us to all your favourite parts of the Cyclades - both above and below water! It has been an inspiring, educational and very, very relaxing week. The barbecue on our own private beach was particular special as were the Antiparos sunsets. Thank you for all your stories and jokes! I hope to be back one day. xx" Vicky, UK

 

 

"This was an amazing trip - diving & sailing through the Cyclades. It was nothing like I expected and one of the best holidays I've had. Good food, good compay, good weather... what more can you want? The highlight was the BBQ dinnner on a deserted beach. Thank you for everything." Yusuf, Australia

Sailing Tale, 19/6/2017

“Thank you Sotiris and Noha, there are no words to explain how much I enjoyed this trip! It was certainly not what I expected… it was much better! Your knowledge of the islands and marine life fascinates me greatly and I only wish to keep it in mind when I continue to research marine science at university of San Diego. My only regret was not learning how to sail mono… but seeing as my sailing job was clearly subpar.. haha… it’s probably better I spent most of my time and energy in watching the ocean. My favourite parts of the trip was Sotiris accents, Noha’s cooking and kindness, and swimming with the phospholuminescence! Thank you for your grace & humour & sharing your extensive knowledge.” Sophie, USA

 

Sotiris, Noha & Annie, there are many adjectives I could use to describe this trip; beautiful people, awe inspiring, life changing. However, I think the one that best describes it is magical. We saw many magical things on this trip, from vultures soaring high to sea turtle waving hello to a war plane resting deep beneath the waves, but the real magic of this trip was the magic of transformation. None of us knew what we were getting ourselves into when we first came clambered onto this little boat (some more gracefully than others), but what we experienced charmed us all. Your warmth, kindness, and generocity opened the way for hearty laughs and deep discussions, and relaxatioin with an ease that’s rare in this day and age. While we were sailing around the islands, trying their specialties… each one of us was relieved from worries of everyday life: time stood still. People seek out these things while on vacation, but very few find it with such authenticity as we did on this trip. So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you. I hope that you all find happiness and prosperity in everything you do! With love. PS. Good luck with Trashformers!” Ada, USA 

Sailing & diving Tale, 10/6/2017

"Annie - thanks for sharing your knowledge and passion for the Cyclades - having never been to Greece this has been an incredible experience. Sotiris - thank you for being the best skipper!! Keep fighting those mosquitos for me… one at a time, one at a time. Much love.” Sarah, UK

"Thank you both for an amazing time! Both the diving and the sailing was brilliant. We all had a lovely time exploring the islands and enjoying the food. Thank you both for everything that you did with such passion and enthusiasm. I have had an unforgettable time. Thanks.” Paul, UK

"Thank you for an amazing time I had and all effort you put in to make my stay perfect." Marta, Polland