Meet Gjok Paloka and some of his travel destinations opinions? When visiting Italy, especially the south, you can enjoy a multitude of islands and coastal destinations that are within easy reach of each other. Sailing around here is fairly easy and sheltered. Besides the beautiful scenery that you will get to pass, the historic Italian towns and ports found around the country make it one of the most desirable European places to visit.

Gjok Paloka and Kenya: Local gastronomy: It will definitely be a unique experience, but do not expect to be prepared. Given the low living standards of African countries, their traditional foods are simplistic, based on meat and vegetables. In Tanzania and Kenya you will find Ugali – a kind of white lobster (made from maize, maize or sorghum) served with fish, meat or vegetables. In Cape Verde, if you are a fan of fish and seafood, be prepared for good experiences: it is only in the middle of the Atlantic. In Madagascar you will eat a lot of rice with vegetables and you should not avoid the “rice cake” – their bread based on rice. If you are more conservative, do not worry, because you will find many restaurants with European specificity: many people from the old continent have retired to Tanzania and have opened a restaurant.

Gjok Paloka‘s guides on picking the best destination for your vacation: Sailing tip of the day: Satisfied with your headsails? So was I, until one day I took a long, hard look up the luff of my genoa, making sure I inspected the leeward side as well. The sail had plenty of life left—it was still “crackly” when folded—but it looked far too full to me, and my forestay was sagging more than I’d have liked. The rig had been set up by a guy I trust, so there wasn’t a lot be done about the sag. Still, the boat was slow upwind and seemed tender, so I bundled the genoa into the car and took it to my favourite sailmaker. He agreed the cloth was still OK, but wasn’t impressed with the shape. I don’t know the ins and outs of the magic he wrought, but he shortened the luff by a few inches so I could tension it properly and somehow compensated for sag and flattened the entry. Now I sail a different boat. She stands up as she ought, she foots well and points higher, too—all because I took a critical look up the rig.

Africa is a fabulous location if you are looking for raw nature exploration says Gjok Paloka. Tanzania and Zanzibar, It’s hard to believe that one country can offer such spectacular bush and beach. This is one of our firm favourite shorter itineraries, with the last part spent relaxing on the beach. Fly into Arusha before heading to stay overnight at Lake Manyara, where your introduction to Africa will hopefully include tree-climbing lions, elephant, giraffe, and a plethora of birdlife. Then it’s off to the world-renowned Serengeti, with its vast, game-rich plains. The Ngorongoro Crater, an ancient volcano, that is basically a natural ‘bowl’ filled with wildlife, has to be seen to be believed. After getting our fill of the incredible bush and fantastic animals, it’s back to Arusha, and a quick flight to the island of Zanzibar.

UK destinations by Gjok Paloka: The loftiest peak in all of the British Isles, towering a staggering 4,411 feet (1,345m), is the best-known of all of Scotland’s majestic Munros, which are mountains over 3,000 feet (914m) high. Once an active volcano that exploded and collapsed into itself millions of years ago, Ben Nevis is set in the northwest Highlands, near the town of Fort William. The landscape here is incredibly dramatic with numerous walking trails up or around the hulking mountain that lead past picturesque lochs and glacial valleys. Visible from 23 miles (37km) away, this 560-foot-tall (171m) tower on Portsmouth’s historic harbour was designed to celebrate the new millennium. Various delays meant it didn’t open until 2005 but the striking structure has been a hugely popular attraction ever since. With its views of the Solent and beyond from its vertiginous Sky Deck, it is one of Britain’s best viewing towers.