1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?

Certainly sailing along the Aegean Coast with full sails up enjoying the rocky coastline, blue sea and sun without the sounds of cars, telephones and airplanes. The only sound I heard was the wind in the sails and the waves on the hull!

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?

Be sure to watch the weather and even though you are in the sun and on the water, be sure to pack some warm weather items, such as a hat and sweater. The evenings can be cool (at least in May).Also - don't bring too much stuff! You will probably wear the same clothes most of the time. This is a sailing adventure - not a fashion show!

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?

Yes, by working with this operator we supported local businesses, met local people and did not join in any tours or mass activities. Certainly we minimized the impact on the environment! We stopped in a bay with the sailboat and then all got off and hiked over rocky terrain to a small local village and had a nice cold draft beer while we watched another sailing boat operator zip their passengers over to the same spot in a speedy "zodiac" powerboat. We preferred our feet! We ate fresh local foods - all healthy and prepared from whole foods right on the boat. And what is better than using the power of the wind to get from place to place?

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?

We had a fantastic time. The boat was beautiful, the staff were attentive and very competent. We met great people, ate delicious Turkish food every night and we were sailing the same ancient waters that mankind has sailed for eons. We felt a real connection to Turkey, history and sea.