Corsica - Tips For A Sailing Holiday

Corsica this French island is situated in the Med closewill not have a hard time looking for one. There will
to Italy. It is a favorite holiday destination for sailorsalways be a good sheltered spot near the beach. The
from nearby countries, as well as the French. As withgulf is also located near Cinarca, which is renowned
any destination in this region, it is best to visit Corsicafor its wine production. You can also begin there for a
outside of the peak vacation season, as you willlittle side trip to the towns of Calcataggio and Sari
struggle to get space, even at anchorages. June andd'Orcino.
September are probably the best months, withThe Gulf of Porto in Corsica can give you some good
warmer water to be expected in September.adventures during your vacation. You can climb to its
The scenery is beautiful, the sailing is great and therugged mountains or visit the Scandola Reserve, Piana
harbor life, a special experience, unlike anything in thecalanques, and the Ascent of the Capo of Orto, which
Caribbean or Pacific islands.is composed of impressive rambles. You can also go
One of the best things to love about Corsica is itssailing in Corsica through this water until you can reach
Mediterranean weather. During summer, it can beGrotta di Nereo, which is the largest cave submerged
relatively hot and warm. In winter, the atmospherein the Mediterranean Sea. Other places to explore will
turns mild and rainy. The vegetation provides life to theinclude Dei Portici, Grotte di Punta Salinetto, and Grotta
woodlands and forests of this small island. Down theBelvedere.
slopes, meanwhile, you can take your pick among theBonifacio also offers a perfect venue for some
different beaches that surround the area and thecruising in Corsica. This quaint town gives shelter to
magnificent long coastline, making sailing in Corsica anumerous fishing ports and the sailing harbor. If you
great activity to do.want to take some rest from cruising, you can go to
Take your sailing charter to the Gulf of Sagone. It'sthe marina, high town, or the Citadel. You can also take
mainly composed of curvy sandy beaches that reacha short history of its people form the Saint-Dominique
up to Capo di Feno and Punto di Cargese. You canChurch or the Old Town. Moreover, you may want to
then proceed to Gulf of Liscia, which is filled withbuy some excellent finds or have a meal at any of its
numerous historical sites such as the ruins of Castelluneighboring towns, like the Pass of the Trinity and the
di Capraja or the 17th-century watchtowers of Genoa.Semaphore of Pertusato.
When you're looking for some privacy in the gulf, you