The Île de Beauté: Sailing in Corsica with a night return

A cruise to Corsica is a classic, highly sought-after destination because it allows you to appreciate this corner of paradise right in your backyard, sailing along the stunning coast of Northern Corsica. During the cruise, we'll have the opportunity to visit quaint fishing ports and ancient Corsican villages, whose beauty will provide a splendid backdrop for a dinner or a romantic stroll.
We will sail in a true paradise with crystal-clear waters, sleep in enchanting bays and be able to go ashore with the service dinghy (our eco-tender equipped with an electric motor).
You will also be an active part of the crew, you will be able to practice at the helm and learn how to handle the sails.
The cruise will allow us to test our sailing skills and practice playing with the wind, and if you've never been on board, you'll have the opportunity to learn.
With us, life on board is relaxed and fun, you make new friends and collaborate together in managing the boat.
Our sailing style doesn't include standard itineraries; what we do will be decided together on board based on wind conditions and the group's wishes. We can go on long sails if the wind is favorable and the group wants to learn more, or choose to stop in the bay and explore the surrounding area.
We are an amateur sports club. Our goal is to help you discover the art of sailing, learn to sail while having fun, and always respect our sea.
Our association's activities are guided by the ethical values that underpin our daily actions: we navigate according to the principles of respect for the environment and responsibility towards nature, our primary fuel is wind and our energy is solar.
To board with us, you'll need to become a member of the association and present a medical certificate for non-competitive sports.
On board we will separate waste and not use disposable tableware.
We're waiting for you on board!

Plan

This week will take us to visit many places:
Centuri Port small and very pretty port
of fishermen, the splendid little bay of Marina dei Giottani and the incredible black beach of
Grandmother.
Saint Florent, originally a fishing port, is today a popular holiday resort
holiday destination thanks to its proximity to the famous Patrimonio vineyards and one of the most beautiful
beaches of the Mediterranean coast, the magnificent Saleccia located in the center
of the Désert des Agriates.
The Désert des Agriates is a wild and rarely visited area. Human presence in the area is
very limited, the bays and gulfs of the desert can only be reached by sea or by
long dirt roads.
Macinaggio, an ancient fishing port now an important tourist port, and Capraia, a wild island that could allow us a refreshing stop on the Italy/France crossing and back.
Disembarkation is scheduled for Saturday morning, when we will return to base after a splendid night sail under the starlit sky, and this will remain as the most beautiful memory of this wonderful adventure.

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Other information

All crew members are welcome, even if they do not know the language spoken on board (italian)

The organization covers the costs of the departure and arrival ports. In addition to the participation fee, upon boarding, you will be asked to sign the application form for membership in the sports association and pay a €15 per person membership fee (which includes sports insurance).

On board, the galley (i.e., meal preparation) is managed by the cruise group: upon boarding, the group will decide on the menus, create a shared budget, and go shopping. Once on board, the participants will take turns cooking and cleaning. The skipper instructor eats with the group, but is excluded from these duties and the shared budget.

Cabin space is limited, so there won't be room for hard-sided suitcases or trolleys (which are too bulky even when empty).
In the cabin you will find a blanket and pillows, remember to bring a pillowcase and a sheet or "sleeping bag" (depending on the season).
You will need a pair of clean, non-slip, white-soled shoes (such as soft moccasins or canvas tennis shoes) that you will wear only on board (while sailing and maneuvering) and a pair for going ashore.
There are marine-based shampoos on the market (also suitable for body washes). They work very well even with seawater and are completely biodegradable and non-polluting. They are generally found in sports shops, in the nautical equipment section. They are highly recommended.
Cell phones on board can be recharged with a USB plug, and with a 220 volt plug only in ports.
IMPORTANT: Suntan oil is not allowed on board because it permanently stains the wood and greases the deck, making it dangerous. Bring sunscreen (not spray-on, to avoid spraying the entire deck while sailing).

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Boat details

With this design the designer inaugurated a trend in pure cruising boats towards better sailing performance, while maintaining great habitability.
The hull is common to the "Sun Fast 37" sailing boat (which is the racing/cruising version for sporty owners).
It's a seaworthy vessel, easy to handle and comfortable. It's easy to maneuver even with a small crew.
It is complete with all the amenities that can make the cruise pleasant.
The deck features sunbathing areas, a comfortable cockpit equipped with a bimini and awning (which provides protection from the sun and wind) and a particularly spacious and well-equipped swimming platform.
It has a large kitchen with hob, oven and fridge with freezer compartment and sink.
The vessel is equipped with a tender (to reach the port or the beach even when we stop at anchor in the roadstead) with an extremely quiet, eco-friendly and efficient electric motor.
To increase electric autonomy, Vaga Mente is equipped with a high-efficiency photovoltaic system with 240W solar panels.

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