Although the huge inland sea of the Mediterranean provides wonderfully diverse cruising opertunities, it can also deliver a few surprises to the unwary. Rod Heikell is the acknowledged expert on mediterranean sailing, and this is the perfect guide for anyone cruising the area. Highly practical and packed with colour photos, this book gives sound advice on:

* Anchoring * Navigation

* Berthing bow or stern-to * Popular Routes

* What weather to expect * Formalities and what

* Facilities and the cost to expect ashore