Elite Traveler Fall 2019

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FOR TRADITIONALISTS ARISTARCHOS IN THE GREEK ISLANDS

penultimate port of call: Sifnos is famed for its gourmet offerings and is the birthplace of many an award-winning chef (the master of Greek cuisine, Nikólaos Tselementés, hailed from Sifnos). Visit family-run Mosaico restaurant for a carafe of tsipouro (brandy) and a meze platter, then head to the tiny fish bar Omega3 to enjoy seafood delights while you people-watch. Be sure to try bourekia (almond, cinnamon and honey pastries), manoura (cream cheese) and mastelo (lamb cooked in red wine and spices). Spend the final day in Aegina: According to ancient mythology, nymph Aegina (who was one of river god Asopus’ 50 daughters) seduced Zeus and took him to the island (which was then called Oenone). She gave birth to Aeacus, first king of the island and grandfather of the famous Trojan hero, Achilles; Aeacus renamed the island after his mother. Ancient history buffs will love exploring the well-preserved structures: the Temple of Aphaia was built in the fifth century in tribute to the mother-goddess Aphaia; the peachy-pink Tower of Markellos was built in the 17th century and used as headquarters during the Greek Revolution. Aegina is also surrounded by many smaller islands (Moni, Metopi, Diaportia, Lagouses, Kyra, Dorousa, Spalathonisi, Anonyma); take Aristarchos ’ Zodiac tender to explore them at your own pace. From $84,000 per week. Contact Fotis Geranios, charter manager, chartermanagement.greece@iyc.com, +377 979 824 24, iyc.com

Dotted throughout the Aegean and Ionian seas, the Greek Islands are home to historic fables, myths and legends, pretty beaches, whitewashed old towns and some of the most spectacular sunsets you’ll ever see. Aristarchos is a sleek, elegant single-mast sailing yacht with a head-turning exterior designed by German Frers. At 131 ft, she is the largest Nautor’s Swan sailing yacht to date. The interior is timeless and classic with furnishings in walnut and coffee hues, sumptuous leather and polished timber. Your very own Greek odyssey begins and ends in Athens: Sail to Sounion on the first day to frolic on the secluded beach with the temple of Poseidon watching over and dine on fresh seafood in the local taverns, then visit neighboring Kythnos to find secret bays and coves or wander through the narrow cobbled streets. Journey on to Syros and, for an authentic slice of Greek history, disembark to discover the most fascinating architecture — see the neoclassical homes, City Hall and the Apollo Theater. The next stop is Naousa. As you glide into the tiny, but gorgeous, port, you’ll see the colorful fishing boats (called caiques ) bobbing in the water. This fishing village is naturally home to a number of seafood restaurants — some have rows of octopus drying in the sun. Even though Naousa is a popular tourist spot, it is still a favorite destination among the Greeks and has preserved its authentic charm. Journey on to Aliki and watch the windsurfers from Aristarchos ’ teak deck, or disembark and visit the Folklore Art Museum of Cycladic Civilization to learn about the island’s traditions, peruse the handmade exhibits and see the important monuments. Go for a swim from her ample swim platform to build up your appetite before the

LOA 131 ft Number of guests 8 in 3 cabins Crew 6 Builder Nautor’s Swan Year of build 2006/2015 Outstanding features Water skis, paddleboards, fishing equipment