tavolotwelve in barca.
Bespoke sailing experience with tavolotwelve to the Pontine Islands.
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about le isole ponziane
Our journey begins as we raise our sails in the direction of Ponza, an island within Lazio’s archipelago, better known as the Pontine Islands. We’ll be sailing from the mainland of the Lazio coast where we’ll explore two of the Pontine Islands, Ponza and Palmarola. Ponza, the largest of the six islands that comprise the Isole Ponziane, was once inhibited by the Etruscans and Romans who built the famed Blue Grottos that dot its jagged coastline. Centuries ago and in the not so distant past, Ponza was used as an island to exile those with politically opposing viewpoints. Both during the reign of Augustus and thousands of years later during the Fascist regime, the island was home to political change makers, poets, and artists.
Legend has it that Ponza is depicted as the island of Aeaea, the island of Greek goddess and sorceress, Circe. Mount Circe, which we will see as we set our sails towards Ponza, was said to be where Circe had her summer home; her winter home being on Aeaea or what we have come to understand through Homer’s descriptions as Isola di Ponza. In Homer’s The Odyssey, Odysseus stayed on Ponza for one year before returning to his home in Ithaca; not just because of the witchcraft of Circe, his lover, but in reality for his love of Ponza. If the legend has any truth, I see why Odysseus had a hard time leaving…it’s a special place indeed.
2024 DATES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
How does it work? We’ll come up with available dates together, you’ll arrive in Italy, and we’ll sail to Ponza!
Please reach out to arrange dates that work best for you and your group. We’re taking bookings between June – September and look forward to sailing the Italian islands with you!
You will have access to 3 double cabins each with their own bathroom, maximum 6 guests.
WINTER SPECIAL
From now until winter’s official end date, March 20th, we’re giving 10% off on bookings. Book before March 20, 2024 to receive 10% off your dream trip to these stunning Italian islands.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
*5 nights, 6 days (think of this as your boat hotel for the week)
*Port fees
*Cleaning fee
*Gas + gas for tender boat
*Water (showering / running water)
*All meals on board, snacks + private chef: (5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, & 2 dinners on board)
*Beer / wine / mocktails + soft drinks during aperitivo on board & with all meals when we’re together
*Wine tour / tasting at a local winery in Ponza
*All travel while together – taxis, ferries, etc. from the time you check in until the time you check out
*Private transportation to and from Rome to Nettuno, Nettuno to Rome.
*Activities on board – snorkel equipment, floaties, SUP
*Captain + Tavolotwelve Hosts – our Italian and English speaking Captain will be on board to guide us through the Mediterranean waters. Your two hosts from Tavolotwelve, Paige and, from time to time, Gianluca, will be guiding and touring you around the islands, cooking, and taking care of you on board.
*Welcome kit: few fun gifts to help you settle in to life at sea.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?
*Travel insurance. Must have proof of travel insurance for this trip – please check that it covers sailing.
*Flights & travel external to what’s included on our trip – flights, trains, cars, buses.
*Personal Expenditures – luggage storage, shopping, meals, beverages & any additional costs incurred during free time are not included in the price.
*Gratuity for crew on charters is typically between 10%-20%
SOME THINGS TO NOTE.
*Beer / wine: We’ll be stocked with beer, wine, spritz fixings, & digestivi. These are all included in your stay with us. You’re welcome to bring your own alcohol on board but note that fridge space is limited & ice is hard to keep stocked.
*The itinerary is subject to change – weather, safety, and group decisions can alter the itinerary but that’s the beauty of an adventure at sea – we hope you enjoy the go with the flow way of boat life.
If you’d like to receive the full brochure with pricing and more info, please send me an email.
Private group bookings for charters are arranged as per availability of the boat, captain, & chef.
email: paige.woodie@gmail.com
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