"And there is nothing more beautiful than the moment before the journey, the instant when the horizon of tomorrow comes to visit us and tell us its promises."
Milan Kundera
AEOLIAN ISLANDS
"What do you miss about Sicily? U scrusciu du mari."
"One day it happened that my life grew gloomy, and, fleeing to bright peace, I left for the island where the wind makes landscape. It was an enchantment."
"Ponza is grumpy and beautiful. Shy, wary and never predictable. Among prickly pears, bougainvillea and bursts of broom, I lose myself in the beauty of its sunsets and find on earth my paradise."
Luca is a true professional. Family vacation in northern Sardinia and southern Corsica. He accompanied us to the ...Read moreLuca is a true professional. Family vacation in northern Sardinia and southern Corsica. He accompanied us to discover magical and little known places. Fun, relaxing and safe vacation ! Highly recommendedReduce
Daniela Incalza
Beautiful cruise from July 9 to 16 Circeo-Aeolian Islands.
Fantastic boat, spacious, comfortable, very clean.
Skipper comp...Read moreBeautiful cruise from July 9 to 16 Circeo-Aeolian Islands.
Fantastic boat, spacious, comfortable, very clean.
Competent, helpful and friendly skipper.
Giuseppe super super super super cook, pampered and surprised us with his refined and truly original star chef cuisine!!!
Too bad we were not able to consume the 20 liters of beer available, despite serious efforts to do so....
What can I say, except that I insist on being nominated as a third sailor and that next year (if not sooner) I will do a week with you again, wherever you may be?Reduce
MaximumM7575
We were on our first catamaran experience for a week; other times it was just for a day.
Thanks to Luca l...Read moreWe were on our first catamaran experience for a week; other times it was just for a day.
Thanks to Luke the skipper it was an extremely valuable experience .
Lagoon 42 perfect for this pleasant experience , beautiful sea between Elba and capraia!
There were 11 of us but all ok space managed the best and it was not easy .
Experience to be repeatedReduce
Mauro Ferrari
For me, a sea vacation was never the same after I met Luca, the skipper of Mistral Sailing ( still...Read moreFor me, a sea vacation was never the same after I met Luca, the skipper of Mistral Sailing ( again 3 years ago). Competent and balanced person who will introduce you, if you want, to the sea, sailing and its secrets, on tiptoe.
Today's boat, a spacious and new Catamaran ("Antares") is luxurious, I would say! Cabins with private bathrooms, large common areas, with the possibility of having quite a bit of privacy. A nice dinghy as a tender ( can carry all participants) and two canoes available! The cook Giuseppe is a force of nature! He is able, in no time at all, to prepare real gourmet dishes, from traditional to cutting-edge vegan cuisine, with a special eye for ingredients, often zero km, and local flavors. Some specialties? The spaghetti di zucchine all'Eoliana, with pine nuts raisins crumb tomato and capers. Or the eggplant parmigiana. But even a simple aglio olio e peperoncino in his hand was a real treat! In conclusion, I highly recommend the vacation to groups of friends who love the sea.Reduce
Monica
We left from Punta Ala to reach Elba, Giglio and Capraia captained with great professionalism and passion by the...Read moreWe left Punta Ala to reach Elba, Giglio and Capraia captained with great professionalism and passion by skipper Luca.
Luke is an out-of-the-ordinary person, who was able to interpret our emotions and choose the places that were most congenial to us.
Its catamaran,equipped with all comforts, allows with its large common areas to travel even in large groups.
In Luca's catamaran you feel at home.
A vacation like this in addition to immersing you in unspoiled nature makes you experience sunrises, dives, sunsets and endless stars. Thank you Luca!
Catamaran is brand new, spacious and well organized! The guys what to say wonderful, helpful and very professional ...Read moreCatamaran is brand new, spacious and well organized! The guys what to say wonderful, helpful and very professional 😊 we will definitely be back!Reduce
Elena Milaneschi
Beautiful vacation in the company of wonderful people!!!!
Luke, the "commander" is an exquisite, courteous and dis...Read moreBeautiful vacation in the company of wonderful people!!!!
Luke, the "commander" is an exquisite, courteous and helpful person.
The Antares catamaran is gorgeous, comfortable and spacious!
Experience definitely to be recommended but especially......... to be repeated as soon as possible!!!Reduce
David Vitellaro
Perfect vacation spent between North Sardinia and South Corsica, Luca in addition to professional and helpful ...Read morePerfect vacation spent between Northern Sardinia and Southern Corsica, Luca besides being professional and helpful in his work is also an excellent traveling companion. The catamaran (Lagoon 42) on which we spent the vacation proved to be more spacious than expected, included there were several accessories (canoes, fishing rods, snorkeling gear, barbecue, dinghy and more...). Definitely an experience to be repeated!Reduce
Andreas Telamonius
Boat elegant and cozy at the same time ! Captain who stands out for his gentility and education ! Capable cook and...Read moreBoat elegant and cozy at the same time ! Captain who stands out for his gentility and education ! Capable cook and attentive to the wholesomeness of meals ! Highly recommendedReduce
Veronica Varone
For those who love the sea and beauty, a wonderful vacation filled with breathtaking scenery, culinary goodness (there in...Read moreFor those who love the sea and beauty, a wonderful vacation filled with breathtaking scenery, culinary goodness (including those prepared by Giuseppe, the
Sailor), perfect rendering of the crew's education and professionalism.
Recommended to anyone who wants to have an unforgettable experience!Reduce
Dilli89
First boat vacation of my life, and now I'm already thinking about booking next year! Everything perfect, beautiful catamaran ...Read moreFirst boat vacation in my life, and now I am already thinking about booking next year! Everything perfect, beautiful, clean and comfortable catamaran. Wonderful tour to appreciate the Italian beauties: island of Elba, Giglio and Capraia, all crowned by sunsets, sunrises and crystal clear waters! Fish grill with sea view, starry skies, breakfasts while sailing! We couldn't have found a better skipper, thank you Luca!Reduce
Tiziana B.
I have been vacationing with Mistral sailing for 3 years now, professionalism, helpfulness, friendliness, are just some qualities...Read moreI have been vacationing with Mistral sailing for 3 years now, professionalism, helpfulness, friendliness, are just some qualities that you will find by taking a vacation on Mistral's catamaran.
As a good Swiss, I always demand perfection, and with skippers Luca and Giuseppe, I was never disappointed.
I recommend a vacation with them to everyone.Reduce
nicolob582
Beautiful 5 days spent in the five lands. Very nice and clean catamaran, very good skipper. Also recommended...Read moreBeautiful 5 days spent in the five lands. Very nice and clean catamaran, very good skipper. Also recommended for company of friendsReduce
Paolo Cevoli
It is not a catamaran. It's a catamaran!!! With contromarons. Beautiful cruise to the Eoglie. Luca great skipper. Competent...Read moreIt is not a catamaran. It's a catamaran!!! With contromarons. Beautiful cruise to the Eoglie. Luca great skipper. Competent, safe and very polite. Giuseppe vegan chef. Great dishes. Fish, too. Beer on tap like rain.
Bottom line: we are not at the level of a vacation on the Riviera Romagnola, but it is very close.
Thank you!Reduce
Mark N.
We are two families with little girls between 10 and 13 years old. We just completed a week between Elba and Capraia on the cata...Read moreWe are two families with little girls between 10 and 13 years old. We just completed a week between Elba and Capraia on Mistral Sailing's VEGA catamaran, a brand new and perfectly equipped Lagoon 40. Thanks to Luca, the owner, for the helpfulness shown from the first contact, for his competence and professionalism. Thanks to Beppe, our skipper, experienced and knowledgeable, willing to accommodate our needs and provide the right suggestions. Thanks to Pier, our fantastic cook, who delighted us with excellent seafood recipes always cooked with great care.
All in all, absolutely to be recommended, both for the boat, which is new and perfectly in order, and for the team, which is young and friendly, but equally experienced and professional.
See you next time! Mark N.Reduce
G6775MJelisabettac
First truly wonderful catamaran experience.
An unforgettable week in the Aeolian Islands.
The Mistral catamaran is...Read moreFirst truly wonderful catamaran experience.
An unforgettable week in the Aeolian Islands.
The Mistral catamaran isvery comfortable and Luca a very good skipper.
Available, unobtrusive and very knowledgeable guided us to an unforgettable paradise.
Only downside : I had to share my Nutella with him 😅Reduce
Marcello Z
Great vacation in the company of 2 other families, boat with Skipper (Luke) outstanding to repeat. Excellent facilities with ca...Read moreGreat vacation in the company of 2 other families, boat with Skipper (Luca) outstanding to repeat. Great facilities with canoes and sup and tour of Elba and Capraia..... Waking up in the morning see such a clear sea and take a bath and the perfect vacationReduce
Daniela
Wonderful vacation. Thank you Luca for the paradise and joy you allowed us to experience. You are booked for the year pro...Read moreWonderful vacation. Thank you Luca for the paradise and joy you allowed us to experience. You are booked for next year😜
Daniela Stefano ValerioReduce
Paco986
Beautiful experience, boat in impeccable condition and very professional and nice skipper. Definitely one to do again!!!Read moreBeautiful experience, boat in impeccable condition and very professional and nice skipper. Definitely one to do again!!!Reduce
Laura Nepoti
Fantastic vacation in the Aeolian Islands with a wonderful company of friends on a brand new Lagoon 42 catamaran and a beautiful...Read moreFantastic vacation in the Aeolian Islands with a wonderful company of friends on a brand new Lagoon 42 catamaran and a beautiful crew composed of a young but experienced Genoese skipper Luca with a passion for De Andre as well as a certain physical resemblance to him and an excellent vegan cook from Romagna Giuseppe our countryman who surprised us every day with original and delicious dishes of fish and vegetables with expertly designed pairings.
We are already ready to start again with them for new marine adventure !!!!!!!
Oh I forgot!!!
Breakfast every morning with Nespresso coffee offered by the crew and from this year ....big news..... whipped cappuccino with special manual appliance kindly offered by Mamo !!!!!!Reduce
davidetrubini
This year, as with last year, I was fortunate enough to be able to spend a week of my vacation on the catamaran A...Read moreThis year, as with last year, I was lucky enough to spend a week of my vacation on the catamaran Antares together with my friends.
To say it was a perfect vacation is putting it mildly.
Spotlessly clean, comfortable and capable of making you feel as famous as a VIP, the catamaran (sleeps 8) is equipped for everything. You can sunbathe by being rocked by the net located in the bow, lie on the cushions the rooftop seats, have a game of cards or drink a spritz on the aft seats while music plays over the wire. If you're feeling more adventurous, you can also launch yourself (when at anchor of course) on outings with sup is canoe, both of which are present on the boat, and then post your exploits on Instagram (thanks to the Wi-Fi on the boat).
This year's destinations were the Aeolian Islands, with their beautiful beaches, breathtaking views and quaint little ports. Panarea, volcano, Stromboli, the letter carrier's beach, white-sand snorkeling. All amazing places, seen and experienced to the fullest thanks in part to the experience of the captain (the jewel in the crown of this vacation) who was able to not only show us tidbits and screaming places, but also advise us on the best itineraries, guiding us throughout the week through rough seas and high waves. Capable and truly professional, he showed us stars, constellations, and explained winds and navigation basics, even managing with extreme patience to teach us a knot like a true mariner or.
A spectacular vacation that I recommend to anyone who loves the sea and to those who want, once in their lives, to feel like a true VIP and have their eyes feasted on beauty and awe.
Thank you captain and thank you Antares. We will definitely see you next year because I can't be without mistralsaling now! ⛵️Reduce
GiuBeppe13
Luca is a discreet person and an excellent skipper. Few people can combine maximum availability, the right ri...Read moreLuca is a discreet person and an excellent skipper. Few people manage to combine maximum availability, the right confidentiality with authority and professionalism. He took us around the Aeolian Islands taking us to places one more beautiful than the other. Finale with surprise of a fantastic week, the dolphin salute! We are sure that Luca agreed with the proloco.... Thank you for the vacation we will never forget. We recommend it to everyone ️Reduce
Beatrice R.
It was an amazing trip, vacation and experience. Traveling on the Lagoon 42 is fun and comfortable, the s...Read moreIt was an amazing trip, vacation and experience. Traveling on the Lagoon 42 is fun and comfortable, the spaces are spacious and perfectly organized! Luca is a great captain, innate professionalism and kindness, in addition to recommending the best itineraries to allow his guests to travel in the best conditions along the journey he will provide you with little tidbits of information about the places and stars you will be lucky enough to see... ask him about the history of Antares for example...
Have a good tripReview Response:Luca_skipper - 2020-09-08Thank you very much Beba, see you soon!
LukeReduce
ValeRN3
Outstanding, fun. Fantastic places, weather, scenery and company! A truly relaxing week. The possi...Read moreOutstanding, fun. Fantastic places, weather, scenery and company! A week of true relaxation. The chance to swim in unspoiled places, to enjoy the sunset cradled by the sea, to eat excellent fish immersed in the silence of hidden coves make the stay aboard the boat a truly unique and unforgettable experience!
Spacious and clean catamaran, comfortable cabins, each with private bath.
Outstanding our skipper Luca, a vacation to repeat!!!!Reduce
rugge1961
First catamaran vacation experience spent together with two other families; the boat, newly built...Read moreFirst catamaran vacation experience spent together with two other families; the newly built boat proved to be very comfortable and was able to accommodate as many as 11 people + the skipper without particular space problems. Possibility of using canoes and boards with which the catamaran is equipped. Kind and competent presence of the skipper Luca who wisely guided us to visit beautiful bays in the Tuscan archipelago. Highly recommend!Reduce
Jonathan B
This year we decided to embark on this new occurrence and opted for a week on a catamaran. And dev...Read moreThis year we decided to embark on this new occurrence and opted for a week on a catamaran. And I must say that it turned out to be an apt choice.
From an organizational point of view, before departure, Luca took care of everything and also acted to quickly find solutions in case of unforeseen events. Our boat was a Lagoon 40, and we were 8 guests, in addition to the skipper (Giuseppe) and hostess (Sascha). For those of you who have never spent a vacation on a boat, you have to consider that the space below deck is really tight, and at first it is not easy to get used to and adapt to a small room (and especially a bathroom). If you are looking for all the comforts of a hotel, the catamaran is not for you. The (obvious) advice but one that I think is worth reiterating is to keep luggage to a minimum. It is also essential to choose your adventure companions well, precisely because of the forced cohabitation. We were close-knit and so it worked out perfectly. Further advice, take the stewardess. We were undecided before departure, but luckily we finally chose this option (the hostess takes care of the shopping, transporting it to the boat, cooking, setting and clearing the table, etc.). Sascha, although first time experience, was very nice (unobtrusive but effective) and was able to handle the various needs as best she could (and for 10 it is not always obvious). Joseph, is very professional, knowledgeable and will lead you to the most beautiful bays, adapting the itinerary according to sea conditions. He is an experienced guide and will make you feel safe both while sailing and at anchor. The plus of the catamaran vacation is that it really allows you to fully experience the sea and enjoy it at 100% (it is not comparable with the day boat trips, which we had often chosen during the Riviera vacation). The places where we stop to swim are usually not accessible except by boat. Capraia for example is gorgeous and alone is worth the trip. Sailing definitely adds more excitement than sailing (too bad that in our case we could only sail for short stretches). Our big fear before leaving was seasickness, but it turned out to be a very manageable issue (with some travelgum we solved everything). Absolutely recommended for children, ours had a great time (with SUP, canoe, snorkeling); only condition is that they know how to swim well. All in all, a highly recommended experience, full of emotions and feelings and one we will definitely do again.Reduce
Michele De Luca
Sailing is beautiful in itself but doing it on a comfortable boat like Antares is even more so, for me a cruise from Pon...Read moreSailing is in itself beautiful but to do it on a comfortable boat like Antares is even more so, for me a cruise from Ponza to the Aeolian Islands superlative exciting pleasant relaxing ... a tip take the cook Giuseppe on board will cook you 'delicious dishes will take care of the galley spending very little and will make it all more relaxing ... to repeatReduce
Fabio Rinaldi
We spent the week of August with friends on Luca's catamaran, a beautiful Lagoon 42,
Boat perf...Read moreWe spent the week of August with friends on Luca's catamaran, a beautiful Lagoon 42,
Perfect boat, brand new, clean and with ample space.
Professional skipper and always attentive to our needs, as well as friendly and never intrusive person.
Highly recommended vacation to fully experience the sea ...
we are already planning for next year.!Reduce
Elena
Getting carried by the wind and sea requires good organization, efficiency, and anchor points for stationary.
With.Read moreGetting carried by the wind and sea requires good organization, efficiency, and anchor points for stationary.
With Mistral Sailing I found all of this.
Professionalism and safety made our vacation with the children wonderful!
Thank youReduce
ChiccoPesenti
No, I am not talking about Baudelaire's poetry. I am talking about the perfect balance between a man, Luca Pedevilla (skipper and p...Read moreNo, I am not talking about Baudelaire's poetry. I am talking about the perfect balance between a man, Luca Pedevilla (skipper and owner of Mistral Sailing) and his natural habitat that is the sea. Man and the sea are two fascinating and mysterious subjects and have a deep respect for each other. Mutual respect is the magical balance in which the guests of his boats can enjoy if they allow themselves to be taken by the hand and guided to discover the wonderful coasts of Italy (and beyond).
This review is about a week spent aboard the Antares, a splendid 42-foot catamaran, ideal for sailing among the marvelous Aeolian Islands and their fascinating bays-authentic paradises where you can dive into crystal-clear, welcoming waters.
The boat is very cozy and offers everything one could want to spend a vacation at sea among friends (this experience will remain forever in my heart and mind thanks also to extraordinary friends) or with family: it accommodates 8 people in a double cabin extendable to 10 by converting the dinette sofa. All with the expert guidance of Luca and, in our case, enhanced by the presence of Chef Pierre who knows how to create appetizing and classy dishes by taking advantage of all that the various islands offer their visitors.
Luca impressed me in many ways, but what really impressed me was his utmost attention to his guests and, at the same time, to the sea (which he knows as if he were born in it) and his boat. This sensitivity so pronounced, but never intrusive, allows guests to always be in the right place (sea, wind) at the right time anticipating situations turning out to be a sailing guru.
His long-limbed appearance and a pronounced resemblance to the master Demo Morselli make Luca a kind of 21st-century Corto Maltese.
Many boats gave us the impression that they were our followers by joining us a few hours late: I don't know if it was because of "our" sailing skills or because of the scents that departed from the boat's galley in which Pierre created all sorts of temptations: from cocktails dedicated to the various bays, to seafood salads, to pasta dishes strictly combined with hand-drawn wheat pasta and various types of fish (from shellfish to mollusks to end with the classic protagonists of the sea, namely tuna and swordfish).
To conclude an exceptional mix where each ingredient is in perfect balance with the rest. To steal a well-known slogan, I conclude by saying "make love to the sea."Reduce