The Captain's Log

Wednesday, March 29, 2006

Aegean Sails Yoga Cruise 2006

Our next yoga cruise is available from Saturday, September 30th to Saturday, October 7th.  The sea is deliciously warm from all the summer sun and the crowds have gone home leaving you to enjoy lots of peace and tranquility on the sea.

Come set sail with us on Aegean Sails’ Yoga Cruise 2006. Saturday September 30 to Saturday, October 7, 2006. Experience the restorative and relaxing atmosphere of the dramatic coastline and coastal villages of the historic Turkish Riviera and nearby Greek Islands.

Enjoy seven days of Hatha Yoga, meditation, daily exercise, relaxation, gourmet meals, swimming and other water sports. Help prepare your body, achieve greater endurance, more flexibility, breathe more easily, gain energy, normalize your blood pressure, cope better with stress, and achieve vibrant physical and emotional health.

The yoga instruction will be provided by Sylvia Horowitz.  Horowitz, a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor trained in the Bikram and Vinyasa styles, holds a master’s degree in nutrition from the University of Bridgeport.  She has studied with Bikram Choudhury, Baron Baptiste, Sylvia Rea, David Life, Sharon Gannon and Jimmy Barkin.  She will offer dynamic yoga flavoured with tradition, spirit and creativity, embracing all levels from absolute beginners to advanced practictioners.

We’ll be onboard a 26.5 meter (87 foot) yacht - a traditional Turkish gulet - all cabins are air-conditioned. The fore and aft decks are spacious and inviting - ideal for sunning, exercising, or relaxing. Deck areas are protected by awnings to shelter guests from the bright, summer sun.

Below decks, the comfortable main salon area offers a quiet retreat and a pleasant gathering area. The food on board is in harmony with nature. You will be dazzled by our chef’s incredible menus. Fresh fruit and vegetables, breads, yoghurt, lamb and fish, all intelligently prepared.

Cruise limited to 12 people. Men and women both welcome. All-inclusive price, not including travel to point of embarkation, is $1,300 per person.

For more information, contact Trisha Johnson by phone at (203) 368-9942 or use our online contact form and mention the Yoga Cruise in the comments field.