Oceanis 46.1

We have been sailing around the globe in chartered monohull sailboats for many years. This year we sailed from Porto Rosa marina in Sicily to theAeolian islands. We chartered a 46 ft 2023 Beneteau sail boat for a week. Although my wife and I are certified sailors, we always have a skipper with us for safety and also to guide us through local waters, marinas, must see spots, and restaurant recommendations.

The marina staff were very friendly, and helpful. They arranged for free transportation to a nearby store to buy our provisions. The boat was in an excellent condition with a furling main sail, electric winches, and electric anchor that you control from the cockpit. Dishes and kitchenware were provided in clean sealed plastic bags. Sheets and towels were all clean and also provided in sealed plastic bags. The skipper (Luigi) was a sailing school instructor who was very knowledgeable of the area and very pleasant to be with. He also enjoyed sailing as a hobby, not as a job. He also paid a lot of attention to safety.. at the end of the sailing week, he dropped us off on one of the island to stay in a nice resort for a week, and sailed the boat by himself to the base to deliver it to the marina in Porto Rosa..

Overall, this was one of our best sailing experiences, and we will definitely come back.