20 April 2026

3 destinations to explore this summer without flying: Croatia, Elba Island and the French Riviera

This summer, discover three stunning destinations accessible without flying, departing from ideally situated bases in the Mediterranean.

Choosing a destination accessible without flying means:

  • travelling more responsibly 
  • avoiding the stress of airports 
  • easily boarding with your luggage or sports equipment
  • enjoying a simpler, more flexible and comfortable trip

At Voile Evasion, we offer sailing and catamaran cruises in Croatia, Italy and on the French Riviera, easily accessible by car from Switzerland, for holidays combining freedom, comfort and the chance to explore the Mediterranean.

Croatia from Pula

Sail amongst unspoilt islands, historic villages and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic.

The Pula base in Croatia is easily accessible by car from Switzerland via Milan and Trieste, taking around 8 to 10 hours’ drive from Switzerland, covering nearly 800 km through stunning Alpine and Mediterranean landscapes.

Watch our video filmed there two years ago:

Elba Island from Tuscany

A taste of la dolce vita, hidden coves and breathtaking Italian scenery.

Elba Island is easily accessible via the marinas of Tuscany, and can also be reached by car from Switzerland via Milan in around 6 to 8 hours’ drive.

A video edited in 2018 featuring footage from our friends.

The French Riviera from Marseille / Port Pin Rolland

Set sail for the Calanques, Porquerolles, Saint-Tropez and the most beautiful anchorages in the south of France.

The bases in Marseille / Port Pin Rolland are easily accessible from Switzerland, either by car via Geneva and the Rhône Valley in around 5 to 6 hours, or now by direct TGV thanks to the new TGV Lyria services connecting Lausanne and Geneva to Marseille in just around 4½ hours.

Watch our video filmed on location 10 years ago...

Whether you dream of sailing a yacht or catamaran in Croatia, exploring the unspoilt coves of Elba in Tuscany, or cruising past the most beautiful anchorages along the French Riviera, Voile Evasion will help you organise your yacht or catamaran holiday, easily accessible from Switzerland.

A specialist in sailboat and catamaran hire in the Mediterranean based in French-speaking Switzerland since 2015, Voile Evasion selects the best departure bases and personally tested itineraries, particularly in Croatia, Italy, France, Greece and the Caribbean.

Whether you’re travelling with family, friends, as beginners or experienced sailors, our Mediterranean cruises allow you to discover:

  • the islands and turquoise waters of Croatia, departing from Pula
  • the Tuscan archipelago and the island of Elba, departing from Tuscany
  • the Calanques, Porquerolles and the French Riviera, departing from Marseille / Port Pin Rolland


All with destinations accessible by car or direct train from Switzerland, for a simpler, more comfortable and more sustainable holiday.

Latest news

12 May 2026

A resounding success for the 2026 Skippers Cup in the BVI

The 2026 Skippers Cup, organised by Skippers magazine and Voile Evasion, took place in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) from 2 to 9 May.

The event brought together more than 40 participants across seven crews aboard Sunsail 424 yachts, setting sail from the Tortola base.

This week of sailing was marked by an exceptional atmosphere amongst the crews...

19 March 2026

The 2026 Skippers Cup in the BVI is fast approaching

The 4th edition of the Skippers Cup, organised by the magazine and Voile Evasion, is just around the corner!!

It will take place from 2 to 9 May 2026 in the British Virgin Islands.

For this week-long race-cruise in the British Virgin Islands, the one-design fleet of charter yachts will consist of eight Sunsail 41s: these brand-new yachts are very comfortable and spacious, and offer excellent performance for cruising boats.