Reviews

Hi Phil Two weeks again out of Volos, It's been about eight years since we were last here. Everything went well and the boat was fantastic and well looked after. We met George and the hand over was very straight forward, as was handing it back after our trip. George obviously loves the boat, it was in fantastic condition. We hope to sail again in the Sporades and will give you a call sometime in the near future. Thanks

The perfect family trip on a CAT in Sporades, thanks to Mixit sailing and captain Panos! The Excess 11 fits perfectly for 8 persons, with enough spare space for kids to jump around, swim and sun.. the facilities on board are more the enough for one week trip, and we only went 2 times in the marinas for supplies.. otherwise you don’t need anything! If you count the extremely easy booking process and check in/checkout procedure, you find the perfect solution for a family trip! Many thanks and see you next year!

Hi Philip ! Thank you for arranging our sailing trip from Skiathos ! It was excelent and dealing with Dimitrios was a pleasure. The only regret is that we did not meet the friendly seal in Kira Panagia (I think) :-) Regards Mihai

Dear Philip, Of course, I will send a picture of our last night at Skopelos. I did rent the yacht just for me and my wife. Philip did give me a great support at the front end. That’s why I think it is worth to write for him my opinion for this yacht. I decide for this Oceanis 38.1 because of these circumstances: I'm very tall and do not want to duck my head for two weeks. This yacht has a salon taller than 2 meters. We are both over 60 and appreciate more space and a soft bed. The space was okay and we have had air beds in our baggage, because all yachts have not really soft beds. When 2 people rent a big yacht which is designed for 6 the price is important. All in all, I was happy with the offer. I know the younger version of this yacht from other trips, but this yacht is really okay. I did expect that such old lady is noisy during the night, but it was perfect. The sail was in a very good condition and everything else also. Of course, some small problems we had with some details, but every yacht has these issues when it is on charter some times. I know newer models have thrusters and solar panels and so on, but for these things I was not willing to pay 1000 EUR and up for this trip. In this area the need for a thruster is low because the space in these harbors is big enough. The battery of this yacht was very okay and we need no solar panel. I could criticize a few things, but I had one of my best sailing trips. I would go again with this yacht. The best time was the first half of June. Regards Axel

Hi Philip, The yacht SUN ODYSSEY 39i is in very good condition. All systems work properly, the sails are like new and without signs of wear. I want to mention in particular the excellent anchor and oversized chain. The Volos base team is very responsive and correct. All this is combined with a completely reasonable price. Thank you for the excellent holiday! Best Regards Valentin

We delayed this holiday in the Sporades for two years, with the cooperation of Phil at Mixit sailing, due to COVID and travel restrictions etc., and we were not disappointed when we arrived in Volos. This Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2018) is well set up for sailing two-handed. Very clean with just a few signs of wear and tear for this age of charter yacht. Unfortunately, there were small areas of gel coat damage around the bow, where the anchor had been brought up with less than usual care; so do make notes and take photos of any such damage during the initial handover briefing. The sails are in good condition and sails well with a good trim. Get away promptly, and you can make Palaio Trikeri (Old Trikeri) for a great first night out at the taverna directly behind the village quay. We were fortunate to have good winds on all but one day, when we moored in Loutraki on Skopelos (actually too windy and big swell), and took a day ashore sightseeing. Anchoring overnight in very quiet bays, such as Ormiskos Loutro entirely alone, was a joy with the perfect full moonlight glistening on the sea. Just note that the heavy gauge 50 metre chain is really secure but needs constant clearing aside in the anchor locker. Final night long lined ashore in the small bay of Ormos Pithos was a great place to swim and chill out on deck, but get there reasonably early, as some latecomers had to move on. Food delivery service available to order by mobile (sign on the shore). Yammas

Of course, dear Phil! We have already been to this yacht before and this is the third time, because it has its own story, its own 'soul' and sailing with these sails is unforgettable. At all times we felt safe and free at the same time, looking forward to leaning completely to one side and then flipping to the other. Everyone who slept in the cabins were like babies, even with the special height (1.96m) which was, of course, in the bow cabin ;-) Those of us who like to sleep outside saw the Milky Way, comfortably placed in the seating areas and on the deck itself. We cooked food lightly on the stove and baked in the oven, because everything worked. A special convenience is the toilet with a tank, so we could use it even when we were staying in the coves where we enjoyed swimming in the clear water. Big thank you for Vasilis (our skipper) who made our trip perfect! We can't wait for next year and surely 2 weeks are reserved for us!

Phil, I have to commend George and his boat BENETEAU CYCLADES 43.4. George is very kind and responsive, and the boat itself is in excellent condition and behaves very nicely on the waves when sailing. And as for you, we have had a great cooperation all these years, so I intend to continue with MIXit Sailing. Thanks a lot for everything! Branko P.S. Give my regards to George

Hy Philip! Yes we had a good trip and experience with our skipper Panos on this Excess 11 catamaran. Everything was perfect and we are all very satisfied. thanks again and nice doing business with you! all greatings from Romania!

Hello Phil. Thank you so much for all the effort you put in to create a magic week for 4 families (and a couple of friends). The boats were all in great order, solid and ideal for chartering. From calm days to F6 Meltemi, glorious sunshine to interesting rain squalls- the boats responded very well to all conditions. And with plenty of accommodation we were very comfortable with 7 on board. Our course was: 20-27 Aug, Max F6, Volos, Trikeri, Panormos (Skopelos), Steni Vala (Alonnisos), Panormos, Kiriaki, Volos. 147 nm. Overall a great week - we completed the mission to visit the ‘our last summer’ bay and the wedding scene church - so Mama Mia satisfaction achieved. 22 very happy customers. Thank you Michael