MERMAID

Mermaid suits a group that wants a settled week on the water rather than a fast itinerary. As a motor sailor she moves at an easy pace between bays, which suits guests who prefer long stops and unhurried mornings. Her styling is restrained and elegant, with classic furnishings and comfortable seating throughout, giving her a calm character that rewards people who value quiet, considered surroundings.

Five cabins accommodate up to ten guests. The master suite is joined by three double cabins and a twin, so couples, friends and mixed groups can each have their own space. Seven crew are carried on board, allowing service to stay attentive without guests needing to organise the day themselves. The interior is furnished with timeless pieces and sumptuous seating that keep the rooms uncluttered and comfortable.

On deck, sun mattresses provide space to lie in the sun between swims, and a deck shower lets guests rinse off after time in the water. Snorkelling equipment is carried on board for those who want to explore beneath the surface. Life aboard follows the rhythm of the day: swimming, lunch, a rest in the shade and an easy move to the next anchorage.

Mermaid cruises the Turkish Riviera from the Bodrum Peninsula through Göcek and Fethiye, Marmaris and Datça, and Kaş and Kekova, with the option of crossing to the Dodecanese. Her crew of seven runs the yacht day to day, so guests can concentrate on the itinerary and the coastline.