Rod Heikell is the acknowledged expert on Mediterranean sailing, & this is the perfect guide for anyone cruising the area. Conveying the magic of Mediterranean cruising, as well as giving practical first-hand advice on sailing these enticing waters, this edition has been thoroughly revised, containing updates to cruising information, new regulations, new developments & new photos. Although the Mediterranean provides wonderfully diverse cruising opportunities, it can also deliver a few surprises to the unwary. Rod Heikell gives sound advice on anchoring, berthing bow or stern-to, what weather to expect, facilities & the costs of keeping a boat there, plus advice on navigation, popular routes, formalities & what to expect ashore. Each country around the Mediterranean is covered, & there's even a handy section on shoe-string cruising for those on a tight budget. It is an invaluable must-have guide for actual & potential Mediterranean cruisers. ' Offers time-served advice to both the novice & the old-h&.' Nautical Magazine