Photo by Beth Hackney
CHEEKY CHARTER: SAILING PROGRAMS IN THE AEOLIAN ISLANDS OF SICILY
ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
We will be touring around the Aeolian Islands off of the northeast coast of Sicily, not far from Mount Etna. Lipari, Panarea, Salina, Vulcano, Stromboli, Filicudi and Alicudi are a chain of Mediterranean islands that boast some of the best swimming, seafood, and night life.
This weeklong adventure is available for private groups of friends/families who want to share a week together on our catamaran with 4 double-occupancy cabins.
Weather/wind are always factors when you plan a sailing trip. Our well-seasoned captain knows this area like the back of his hand. We’ll follow his lead to plan the best route, and might make some changes to the itinerary to make sure we have time for stops among the islands, dinners/drinks off of the boat, and relaxing days catching sun and enjoying “la dolce vita” aboard our own private, spacious catamaran.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
7 nights on-board
catamaran rental, dinghy tender boat, gasoline + overnight port/buoy fees
professional captain + private chef
food/bevs for all of our family meals served on board
sheets, bath towels + end of week cleaning
activities programming for the week to enjoy the best of the islands
Photo by Beth Hackney
FOOD/BEVS
Sicily is world-famous for it’s incredible food and wine culture, but we are taking you off the beaten path to a very special volcanic oasis between Persephone’s island and Italy’s main boot. Menus will feature freshly-caught seafood, light pasta dishes with seasonal vegetables, natural and volcanic wines, and exceptional summer sweets like granita!
Chef Linda Sarris has organized this adventure and will be onboard along with a certified sailboat captain here in Italy. Linda will pair wines and keep the cheeky cocktails flowing through the week while she prepares family meals aboard when we are at sea.
Please notify us in advance of any food allergies and aversions.
PRIVATE SAILING WEEKS AVAILABLE:
Contact THECHEEKYCHEF@gmail.com for booking details, pricing and availability.
30 MAY - 6 JUNE, 2026
13 - 20 JUNE, 2026
20 - 27 JUNE, 2026
ABOUT YOUR HOST: Linda Sarris
I am a Greek-American culinary travel expert who moved to the heart of Palermo after spending over a decade private cheffing in New York City. My two books were published by Moon Guides, an imprint of the Hachette Book Group. When not taking guests around on food tours in Palermo, cooking on sailing trips in the Aeolian Islands, or hosting wine tasting retreats on Mt. Etna and Pantelleria, you’ll be sure to find me every single morning charming the local vendors in the 1,000-year-old outdoor food market in Ballarò.