Corfu Daydreamer

Perfect for your first sailing trip. No experience is needed – our experienced skippers will show you everything you need to know. Live the sailor's life on board, become part of the crew, learn the basics of sailing and discover why so many people fall in love with life at sea after just one trip.

How challenging is the tour?

• We will cover approximately 110 nautical miles during our week.
• During the day, we are usually active for about 3 to 6 hours (including swimming stops).
• No sailing experience is required for this tour.
• Being able to swim freely for at least 20 minutes is a must.

This tour is suitable for you if you meet the following criteria:

• You should be motivated to contribute to the daily sailing activities with the crew. This includes sailing itself, meal preparation, as well as cleaning up and washing dishes after meals.
• You should be physically fit for a short walk to the Tripitos Arch. A 3-hour walk along natural paths should not be a problem for you.

Your Crew:

• The onboard language is English.
• Most guests book as solo travellers.
• You’ll be sharing the boat with an amazing crew of people from all over the world.
• On every boat: JTC skipper from our Academy.
• Right after booking, you’ll get access to the group chat for all participants.
• The crew chat opens after the crew allocation, approximately two weeks before the start of the trip.

Cabin & Crew Arrangement:

• If the yacht is fully booked up to two weeks before departure, we aim for a 50/50 gender mix on board.
• Your cabin mate will be of the same gender.
• Couples and small groups are relatively rare.
• Groups of 4 or more should book their own private yacht. More info here!
• Any preferences regarding crew allocation can simply be added in the booking form.

Our Flotilla (Multiple Yachts):

• All yachts booked for the same dates travel together as one flotilla.
• During the day, the yachts regularly meet while sailing.
• Shared swimming stops are planned spontaneously on site.
• If we don’t cook dinner on board, we usually go to the same restaurant together.
• At night, each yacht either anchors separately or we raft the yachts together.
• Shore activities are organised together as a group.

• All yachts are exclusively reserved in advance for our crews.
• If there are multiple options available for a specific date, you can choose the yacht standard that suits you best.
• Detailed information about the yacht standard can be found in the respective description.Your exact yacht model will be announced after the crew allocation, approximately two weeks before the tour starts.
• Most trips take place on classic sailing yachts (monohulls).You can find an overview of all catamaran trips here.

Easy payment:

• Deposit: 30% of the tour price upon booking.
• Final payment: 6 weeks before the start of the tour.
• Payment methods: Bank transfer, Credit card, ApplePay, AndroidPay, Klarna.

Reserve 5 days at no cost:

• Simply choose 'reservation' in the booking form.
• Reservations are possible until 6 weeks before the start of the tour.
• If you don't book, the reservation will automatically expire after 5 days.

Cooking or Dining Out:

• We usually prepare our meals on board ourselves.
• On some days, we have the opportunity to eat out ashore in the evenings.
• When cooking, we can form teams of two, so that each person takes turns cooking/washing up. However, everyone usually helps out anyway.

Preparation in advance:

• In the crew chat, we can discuss meal and beverage planning before the tour begins.
• If you have any intolerances or allergies, please inform us in advance in the crew chat so that they can be taken into account during shopping.

Shopping:

• On the first day of the tour, we plan our shopping together using the JTC shopping list. You can find this in your crew area under "my tours".
• As a crew, we all buy groceries together for our week.
• Each person should bring two large cloth bags so that we don't have to use plastic bags on site.
• If the supermarket is not within walking distance, we can have the groceries delivered to the harbor by taxi.
• During the tour, we have the opportunity to buy small items on land.

Arrival:

• Airport: Corfu.
• Our Marina: D-Marin Gouvia.
• Your route in Google Maps from the airport to the marina.

Check-In:

• Your crew meets at 1:00 PM in a café, which will be announced in the crew chat.
• If you're going to arrive late, inform your skipper.
• We leave the starting port on Sunday morning.

Check-Out:

• At the end of the trip, we reach our destination port as planned on Friday around 5:00 PM.
• We spend the last night in the harbor and leave the boat on Saturday at 9:00 AM.

How do I book my Flight?

• Ideally, you should book your flight so that you arrive in time for the first meeting in the café (or the day before, so you're more rested and can meet some of your fellow sailors).
• Your departure should ideally be no earlier than Saturday around 12:00 PM so you can have breakfast in peace with your crew after the week. If this is not possible, you can book the return flight for 7:00 PM on the last day.

What to pack?

• Most crew members travel with carry-on luggage.
• A suitcase takes up too much space in the bunk, so we recommend using a bag or backpack instead.
• For sustainability, it's important to bring biodegradable hygiene products (shampoo, sunscreen, etc.).
• For nights under the starry sky, bring a sleeping bag.
• Towel, pillow, pillowcase, wool blanket, and a bed sheet for the mattress are provided on most trips.

Climate

• Warmest month: July & August
• Average temperature: 32°C during the day, 20°C at night
• Average # rainy days: 2
• Coldest month: January & February
• Average temperature: 13°C during the day, 6°C at night
• Average # rainy days: 9

Mobile phone reception & power supply

Mobile phone reception:

• Mainly good network coverage on most days of our route.
• Depending on the bay, weather, and daily route, there may be no reception at times.
• Check with your provider for roaming charges.

Power supply:

• Smartphones and other small devices can be charged on board via the 12V socket.
• In most ports, other devices such as cameras, laptops, etc., can be charged via shore power (220V) during the mooring period.
• A power bank is recommended.

Currency, prices & tips

Currency:

• Payments are made in Euro.
• Cashless payments with credit cards are possible.
• Some ATMs also allow you to withdraw money with an EU bank card.

Prices:

• Restaurant visit: Approximately 20 to 40 euros per person.
• Food prices may vary depending on the restaurant and location.

Tips:

• Average tip: about 10%.

Culture

• Corfu is rich in ancient sites, including UNESCO listed Corfu city.
• The cuisine is characterized by olives, wine, honey, and local cheese varieties.
• Traditional festivals and customs are deeply rooted in Corfu's culture, with each village having its own calendar of events.

Safety in the Country

• Corfu is considered a safe region for solo travelers.
• Keep important documents and cash safe.
• Having a printed or digital copy of your documents is recommended.
• There is a general warning about pickpocketing.

Entry Requirements & Vaccination Protection

For Schengen area citizens:

• A valid ID card or passport.

For other nationalities:

• Please check the current entry requirements on the website of your Federal Foreign Office before booking.

Vaccination protection:

• No mandatory vaccinations are required for entry.
• Your standard vaccinations, according to the vaccination calendar of the Robert Koch Institute, should be up to date.
• For further questions, consult your general practitioner (or tropical medicine specialist).