Cosmos Beach Club

If you're into windsurfing and cycling then you simply must go to the Cosmos Beach Club in Vassiliki. For reliable wind and flat water, Vassiliki is hard to beat.

The Cosmos Beach Club is in the perfect spot. It's located at the windward end of the bay, giving you the longest sailing hours. The best part? Whether you're windsurfing or chilling out, you're just metres away from the beach and the stunning turquoise Ionian Sea. Stay steps from the beach at Cosmos, with refurbished rooms that make switching off easy. Or head to the calm of Xenia Apartments, where peaceful mornings and a Nespresso (or two) set the tone for the day.

We've been windsurfing from the Cosmos Beach Club for over 30 years, it's part of our history and we love it here.

Vassiliki is known as one of the places to go for speed and freestyle windsurfing, it's still great for beginners, though. You can also try inclusive dinghy sailing, paddle boarding, and kayaking, plus, for a little extra, give wing foiling a try.

The day starts gently with light on-shores and a calm flat sea, all of which make for easy learning. The afternoons are altogether different. That's when ‘Eric' arrives. Eric is the nickname given to thermal winds that arrive with a solid consistency throughout the summer. The mountains overlooking the bay accelerate the cross-shore wind and the sea state tends to stay pretty flat, even on very high wind days. 

Windsurfing equipment: we’ve made a big splash with a new fleet of RRD sails, giving our windsurf kit a serious upgrade, while keeping the same great boards you know and love. We carefully select our equipment to suit the prevailing conditions, with all sails up to 6.3m rigged on 60% carbon RDM masts, and 6.8m+ sails on SDM masts. Expect an extensive range from the best manufacturers around, including beginner boards, shortboards and our fresh RRD sails.

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For something a little different, try wing foiling, you’ll be learning your wing-foiling skills with a maximum of 3 other people. 
‘First flights’ provide a basic introduction to foiling over 3 hours and can be pre-booked for £89 per person. Once the 'First flights' course has been completed to a satisfactory standard, you may continue to use the equipment free of charge for the week you have booked the course, subject to availability.

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We have a few dinghies available on the beach for use. If you are a competent sailor, you are welcome to use them when the kids' clubs are not using them.

At Cosmos, the primary focus is on windsurfing, and therefore, we do not provide sailing lessons as part of our package. However, we may be able to offer private sailing lessons for an additional fee, subject to availability.

Dinghy sailing equipment: Catamaran, beginner double hander, beginner single hander dinghies.

More on dinghy sailing.

For non-windy and light wind days, there are kayaks and paddle boards. Just head to the beach and one of the team will help you get kitted up.

When not on the water, we have mountain biking, road cycling and a fantastic yoga and fitness classes programme. All are included.

It’s impossible not to get pumped for mountain biking and road cycling - our Trek fleet is here and ready to give your ride an upgrade. The mountains surrounding the bay mean there's some great on and off-road riding. Choose your level; shady olive groves and coastal rides, off-road, single track and long road rides are all available. Join a guided ride or buddy up and head out free riding.

Mountain bikes: Trek Roscoe 7

Road bikes: Trek Domane AL5

If you've got cycling shoes with cleats and are planning on bringing them with you, we advise that you also bring your own pedals. That way, they are guaranteed to fit.

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Back at base, if you've been pushing it hard, there are yoga and stretch classes down by the beach, as well as an extensive programme of fitness classes. and a lovely swimming pool to cool off in. So, don't forget your trainers and motivation!

More on strength and conditioning, yoga, cardio fitness, and swimming.

A standard day in Vassiliki starts with a gentle onshore breeze (force 1-2), this coupled with a shallow sand bar off the beach creates perfect conditions for beginners and an ideal learning environment for developing skills.

A simple cold buffet breakfast is included at both Cosmos Beach Club and Xenia apartments. If you're staying at Xenia, breakfast will be taken at Xenia's poolside snack bar. There is a family run restaurant and bar at Cosmos Beach Club where breakfast is served and where you can buy lunch and dinner. With a bed and breakfast set-up, there are no hosted social tables here, ideal if you prefer relaxed, independent dining.

You're also free to head into Vassiliki for dinner. There's no shortage of restaurants and tavernas overlooking the harbour and colourful fishing boats. Whether you want to go with traditional gyros or sit down to a Greek feast, you're in for a treat.

The local bars can get pretty lively or you can head back to the Cosmos Beach Club for a nightcap at the bar. There’s no Neilson evening entertainment programme, leaving you free to do evenings your way.

Cosmos is a small hotel with a warm and friendly welcome. The rooms are simply furnished, and most have a balcony. Some also have sea views, so you can watch for ‘Eric', the famous thermal wind, to arrive.

Each room has a shower, air conditioning, a fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities, and a safe. Choose from double, twin, triple, interconnecting and family rooms (perfect if you need more space). Beach towels are available on request from reception. Free Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant and reception.

Local tourist taxes are payable by you when you check out of Cosmos Beach Club. The charge is €5 per room per night (correct as of February 2025).

If you're looking for a tranquil, relaxing atmosphere while still being close to the action, take a look at Xenia Apartments. Situated just across the road from the Cosmos Beach Club, the beach and activity areas, the accommodation and gardens are beautifully kept, with a refreshing swimming pool, sun loungers, and a snack bar where breakfast is served. All facilities at Cosmos Beach Club are available in addition to those at Xenia Apartments, so pop in and out as you please.

At Xenia Apartments, we have several double or twin rooms with air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, a private balcony (or large shared terrace on the ground floor) and an ensuite bathroom with shower. We also have triple rooms with a double bed and a single bed, and family apartments that can sleep 4 people (1 double bed, 1 single bed, 1 single sofa bed (suitable for a child), plus a small kitchenette).

Beach towels are provided for all guests staying at the Xenia Apartments, and they will be in your rooms on arrival.

Local tourist taxes are payable by you when you check out of Xenia Apartments. The charge is €2 per room per night (correct as of February 2025).

There's a handful of interconnecting and family rooms, plus a small kids' pool. Families will also be able to make the most of the activity-packed kids's clubs for ages 2 to 13 years, all based from their own club building. There's also evening care on two nights per week. For our very youngest guests (4 to 23 months) we have the Starfish crèche, which is available for a supplement of £390 per week. Make sure your children don't miss out, pre-book before you go to secure a space in the club they want.

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The main draw for visitors to Vassiliki is the windsurfing but if you can tear yourself away, Lefkas Island is definitely worth exploring – it's a real hidden gem.

At the other end of the island and just a local bus ride away, Lefkas Town is a simple, small Greek Town, full of family run tavernas and bars. Head to the marina for seafood restaurants where the fish is super fresh. In the mountains you'll discover some great little unspoilt villages, where time sometimes appears to have stood still.

Hotel and flights

• Direct flights
• Coach transfer (1 hr 15 mins)
• Accommodation at Cosmos Beach Club or Xenia apartments
• Wi-Fi in public areas

Food and drink

• Breakfast every day

Shore-based activities

• Mountain biking with guiding
• Road cycling with guiding
• Fitness classes
• Yoga classes

• Windsurfing with tuition
• Kayaking
• Paddle boarding
• Swimming pool and kids' pool

• Turtles (2yrs)
• Sea Urchins (3yrs)
• Sea Badgers (4-5yrs)
• Mini Rippers (6-10yrs)
• Surf Squad (11-13 yrs)
• Evening childcare on selected evenings

• Starfish crèche - £390 per week
• Hot Shots club - £250 per week
• Any meals and drinks not included above
• Activity upgrades and private tuition
• Excursions
• Room supplements and upgrades
• Accommodation tourist taxes (€5 per room per night at Cosmos Beach Club and €2 per room per night at Xenia Apartments).

• Departure airports: London Gatwick, Manchester, Bristol or Edinburgh
• Departure days: Sunday
• Holiday duration: 7 & 14 nights
• Arrival airport: Preveza (Aktio)
• Flight duration: approx. 3 hours 35 minutes
• Airlines: EnterAir (ENT), Jet2 (LS)
• Transfer time: approx. 1 hour 15 minutes

In-flight meals and drinks are not included, there is a buy-onboard service. All flight timings are based on the 24-hour clock system. Flight timings are given for guidance, are provisional and will be submitted for approval by UK and overseas scheduling committees. Luggage allowance varies by airline. Your ticket will show your flight's final timings and luggage allowances.