Sailors share their favourite European, secret spots

It’s still possible to escape the crowds without sailing to the ends of the earth. Cruisers share their favourite local or secret spots... plus how to find a bargain berth in Europe this summer

A European sailing holiday is where many of us first developed a love of discovering unfamiliar anchorages. There’s something about nosing your way into a new bay on a balmy summer evening that never loses its appeal. A cooling dip, an explore ashore, dinner alfresco, and do it all again tomorrow...