Yachting is predominant on the western side of Italy's more than 5000 miles of coastline. Here is the Ligurian and the Tyrrhenian Sea. On the east coast is the Adriatic and in the south; the Ionian Sea. The west coast can be very crowded in the summer, especially in the north. July and August are the months to be someware else, but in the spring and autumn the coasts are more peaceful and the weather can be very nice. During summer weekends, booking ahead for a berth is essential.

Many tourists visit Italy every year-and it is for a good reason. For one, they can enjoy winter sports in the Alpine Mountains. They can enjoy biking among its trails and perhaps reach other neighboring countries like Switzerland, Slovenia, France, and Austria. Down the country, you can walking along its cobblestone and brick streets and enjoy the awesome historic remains of baths and of the world-renowned Colosseum. The waters too are clearly inviting, perfect locations for sailing in Italy.

You can perhaps blame the Italian rivers. Because of the country's mild weather, they are easier to navigate. Thus, if you want to feel the country then sailing in Italy is a perfect activity for you. There are chartered yachts docked among its many ports. You can also hire a motor or sailboat, depending on the number of people who will be cruising and your finances.

There are also charter yachts available in the isle of Dubrovnik in Croatia, an island known for its mild temperature. These yachts are perfect if you wish to explore Croatia's southern tip which is mainly filled with earth of overgrown and lush forests as well as sheer cliffs.

A definite cruiser's paradise is one of Tuscany's beautiful islands: Elba. It gives you a perfect combination of landscapes and sceneries, punctuated with desert and magnificent coasts. The beaches are crystal clear and white. The long shorelines are spaced with enough well-equipped and safe ports. The best time to visit Elba is before and after summer, when the entire sea will be filled with vacationers and sunbathers.

Stromboli, a small island lying in the Tyrrhenian Sea, is one of the world's magnificent active volcanoes. The crater, along with its increasing and sometimes even rhythm, emits materials that give rise to numerous luminous trails. Nighttime is the perfect moment to watch the impressive eruptions. You can take a hike late in the afternoon or you can take an evening boat trip perhaps through a Flying Cat. This way, you can have fun a general picture of Stromboli and experience its marvelous view. Every startling explosion from the volcano means a red dot that light up the blackness of night.

Sailing in Italy is an experience worthy to be shared with your families and friends. Not only will you get to have fun nature's bounty, you will also be in touch with the essence of Italy: a rare combination of nature, history, and art. Indeed, the activity should be foremost in your travelogue.