ALIKI (Sun Odyssey 439)

Great family boat. The Sun Odyssey 439 is a bulletproof design that handles four cabins and ten berths without feeling cramped, ideal if you're sailing with extended family or two couples who want their own space.

Solid spec sheet. You're getting the essentials done right: bow thruster and autopilot make handling easier in tight anchorages, the sprayhood keeps spray off the helm, and snorkeling gear is included so you can actually use those Greek islands properly. The galley has a fridge, and navigation is modern with a chart plotter.

Exceptional value. At €2,877 per week with a five-star operator (Athenian Yachts has eight glowing reviews), you're looking at roughly €720 per person for a week if you fill those berths. That's genuinely hard to beat in the Mediterranean, especially in the Aegean where the sailing is sublime and base logistics are straightforward, most international flyers hit Athens airport within 90 minutes of the charter base.

One reality check: A 2015 boat is perfectly serviceable, but she's not brand-new, so don't expect cutting-edge interior finishes. That said, Athenian's reputation suggests they maintain their fleet properly.

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