ATLANTIC ESCAPADE
The North Atlantic groups of islands off the coast of Africa and Portugal, including the Azores, the Canary Islands and the Cape Verde archipelago, are, by their very nature of location, generally considered challenging in terms of charter holiday destinations. However, for those with a bit of experience who are perhaps looking for an introduction to trade wind sailing, or who want to learn to sail while holidaying, this is a perfect option.
The overarching advantage of most of these Atlantic groups of islands is that they offer year-round sun and are located just four or so hours south of the UK, which means it is possible to enjoy a fantastic holiday in a perfect climate any time of the year. The other huge benefit is that they are the same time zone as the UK, so you don’t waste precious holiday time acclimatising from jet lag. Pick up a flight from the UK and within a few hours you’ll be on board your charter yacht ready to set sail in this astonishingly beautiful part of the world.
Because these islands act as a gateway for transatlantic crossing to places like the Caribbean, they
