The Cruising Association is delighted to announce that Paul Ross has been drawn as the lucky winner of this year’s Big Winter Prize Draw, in partnership with Sail Aegean. Paul has won a one-week sailing holiday in Greece, worth up to £3,400.
Paul will set sail from Sail Aegean’s base in Volos, Greece, and can choose from a range of yachts, including the compact two-cabin Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 or the spacious five-cabin Sun Odyssey 519, perfect for a family adventure or a getaway with friends.
"What an amazing surprise to win with Sail Aegean! I am looking forward to blue skies and seas on our yacht charter in Volos this October," said Paul. "Thank you to the Cruising Association, and I am sure CAptain’s Mate will be put to good use as we explore this stunning new cruising area Thank you, Sail Aegean, for such a fantastic prize."
Christina Bletsas, Director of Charter Sales and Marketing at Sail Aegean, shared her excitement, saying, "Congratulations to Paul, the lucky winner of the Cruising Association’s prize draw! Sail Aegean is thrilled to welcome you to the stunning Volos and Sporades Islands. Discover secluded coves, lush landscapes, and authentic Greek charm. With pristine waters, perfect winds and expertly equipped yachts, Sail Aegean can’t wait to share the magic of this Aegean paradise with you!"
The Big Winter Prize Draw, launched in partnership with Sail Aegean at the 2024 Southampton International Boat Show, attracted entries from CA members around the world. The CA extends its congratulations to Paul and thanks all members who participated in the draw.
Prize Draws – a thank you to CA Members
The CA’s Big Winter Prize Draw is one of two exclusive annual draws for members, offering the chance to win incredible prizes. These draws are our way of saying thank you to our members for their continued support and loyalty. Don’t miss out on the next opportunity - our Big Summer Prize Draw has just launched!
Discounts for CA Members
As part of the CA’s commitment to supporting its members, Sail Aegean offers a 15% discount on bareboat charters year-round from their bases in Volos and Loutraki. This is just one of the many benefits of CA membership, which includes access to discounts from hundreds of marine partners worldwide. Members can explore these exclusive offers at www.theca.org.uk/discounts or via CAptain’s Mate, our award-winning members-only app.
If you are not yet a member, you can find out more about our discount partners here.
About Sail Aegean
Sail Aegean is a Belgian/Greek yacht charter operator company in operation since 2011. Sail Aegean’s aim is to offer wonderful sailing holidays aboard sailing yachts and catamarans in a beautiful area in central Greece. This includes the Gulf of Volos (Pagasitikos), the Sporades Islands (Skiathos, Skopelos, Alonissos and Skyros) and Northern Evia.
With a fleet of over forty yachts, Sail Aegean offers bareboat and skippered charters, as well as flotillas, starting from their main base in Volos and from their seasonal base in Loutraki, Skopelos.
Sail Aegean also own their own boatyard and warehouse/chandlery for maintenance, accessories, dry-docking and winterisation in Volos. Sail Aegean also offers marine technical services for other yacht owners and opportunities for yacht investment.
After more than a decade of operation, Sail Aegean is proud to announce that it is on the way to completing the region’s first marine resort, which will feature a premium hotel and nautical centre.
25 March 2025