Île d’Yeu, France
Île d’Yeu, France
A small island in the Bay of Biscay, Île d'Yeu sits off the Vendée coast of western France, reachable only by ferry. Port Joinville, its principal harbor and only town, spreads along the north shore in a curve of whitewashed houses and blue shutters, where SeaDream drops anchor. Fishing boats still unload their catch each morning onto the quay, feeding a market of crab, langoustine, and sole that runs throughout the year. The island's south coast turns wild and rocky, marked by granite cliffs, the ruined 14th century Vieux Château, and the sheltered inlet of Port de la Meule, once a stronghold for tuna and sardine boats. Inland, the island reveals a quieter character, with stone farmhouses, narrow lanes, and the Romanesque Église Saint-Sauveur, seat of the island's original village. Bicycles remain the preferred way to explore, tracing routes past dolmens dating to the Neolithic era and a 19th century lighthouse that has guided ships through the Bay of Biscay for over 150 years.
Testimonials
We enjoyed every minute of our "yacht adventure" and it really is impressive to be addressed by name from the moment we boarded! [...] The crew is really first rate and didn't miss a beat in providing the best service I've ever experienced. Dale W.California
This was our 3rd voyage with SeaDream – and we think the best one. We'll be back. Mr & Mrs StenstadvoldNorway
The ship is amazing but the icing on the cake was the wonderful staff. Mr & Mrs SouthonGreat Britain
It was truly a Dream voyage!...The food was awesome! Not a single complaint from us! The wines, cocktails and all other beverages were excellent! Peter L. & Hannes K.Sweden
The pedicures my husband and I had on deck as we sailed out of Civitavecchia to begin the voyage were fantastic Mrs. Betsy B.Maine
Fabulous yacht, magnificent food, great people, superb service, I can think of a few more adjectives, but to summarize – save and go on it – probably the best vacation I ever went on. Ian C.California