Further information

Weather

The weather in Lefkas is typically Mediterranean with hot and sunny summers and mild winters. Lefkas, like others in the Ionian group have higher levels of rainfall which helps to keep the island green during the summer. What marks Lefkas weather out are the thermal offshore winds that get really strong in some parts of the island. This is one reasons that Lefkas is a favourite island for windsurfers. Lefkas is also noted for a high level of humidity, even during the summer months.

What to bring

Please pack as lightly as you can. Most of our guests wear only a fraction of what they bring! All you really need are shorts, tee shirts and beachwear. In addition to this perhaps something a little more dressy for the two evenings you will be dining ashore. Soft luggage is preferable if you have it. We have some limited storage onshore for your empty bags, but please bring as little as you are comfortable with. Between meals, fresh fruit is available. If you like to eat more between meals, please feel free to bring snacks with you.

It is advisable to bring a change of clothes and toiletries in your hand luggage. If your luggage gets lost enroute it will not be able to be delivered to you until days later.

What shoes shall I bring?

You only need sandals or other shoes for the nights on shore as you will be barefoot whenever you are aboard.

Dry bags

You will be around water for the week. If you are concerned about getting your purse, wallet or watch wet, bring a small dry bag. These can be purchased from sports and outdoor vendors. Some of them roll up and trap the air inside which has the added benefit of making the bag float.

Fishing

All of our yachts have limited fishing gear onboard - we usually troll a line when sailing from island to island and will often catch yellow fin, wahoo, mahi-mahi or similar ...... which might become lunch!

Travel insurance

We strongly advise that all guests cruising with us have fully comprehensive travel insurance which will cover all eventualities such as hotel accommodation, lost baggage, theft, changes to flights or even cruise cancellation within TradeWinds 90 day period.

Please read our travel insurance recommendations for more information.

Visas and restrictions

Nationals of the following countries do not require a visa when entering as a tourist: Andorra, Australia, Bulgaria, Brunei, Brazil, Canada, Switzerland, Chile, Costa Rica, Hong Kong, Honduras, Croatia, Israel, Iceland, Japan, North Korea, South Korea, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Macau, Mexico, Malaysia, Nicaragua, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Romania, Singapore, San Marino, El Salvador, United States, Uruguay, Vatican City, Venezuela

Other nationals should contact their local embassy for visa requirements.

Member all-inclusive fees

For payment of your all-inclusive fee travellers cheques are accepted without fees. "Travel Money" cards, or similar, will incur the normal credit card fees that are passed to us from the bank.

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Please note that all pricing was correct at the time of publication.