Category Archives: 2013-2023 BLOGS

Istanbul

Posted on June 20, 2016 by skippy526

June 17-20, 2016 — We flew to Istanbul from Bodrum, a quick flight.  Istanbul is the fifth largest city in the world by population and the largest city to span two continents; Europe and Asia.  The city is separated by … Continue reading →

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Ephesus

Posted on June 16, 2016 by skippy526

June 8-16, 2016 —  Debby arrived in Marmaris to sail with us around the southwest corner of Turkey and up to Didim.  From there we planned to leave the boat and head off to Ephesus then Istanbul together.  After a … Continue reading →

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Pamukkale

Posted on June 3, 2016 by skippy526

June 2 – 3, 2016 — On our final two days we drove west on Turkey’s famous Silk Road used for hundreds of years as the major trade route connecting China and Europe.  Along the way we passed many check … Continue reading →

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Cappadocia

Posted on June 1, 2016 by skippy526

May 29 – June 1, 2016 —  The Cappadocia region, in central Turkey, was on our bucket list for Turkey.   A geological wonder made up of caves dwellings and “fairy chimneys”. The fairy chimneys are unique mushroom shaped rock formations … Continue reading →

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Johnny Longlines

Posted on May 26, 2016 by skippy526

May 18 – 26, 2016 — Our friend, John, met us in Gocek and we sailed further east to the town on Kas, Turkey.   Still along the “turquoise coast”, the barren mountains and pristine water are stunning.  John got his … Continue reading →

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Kayakoy

Posted on May 15, 2016 by skippy526

May 8 – 15, 2016 — With Robert, our first guest of this season aboard, we scurried about for two days making final preparations for our departure east.  Having another person available to help with the work was huge.  Sails … Continue reading →

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This is Marmaris

Posted on April 25, 2016 by skippy526

April, 2016 — Marmaris, Turkey was a great spot to winter the boat.  Netzel Marina, where we were, had been recommended by friends who stayed there several years before.  The marina is well protected all the way around from storms. … Continue reading →

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Turkish Adventure

Posted on March 27, 2016 by skippy526

March 23 – 27, 2016 — On March 23rd we said goodbye to our beloved Barcelona and started our trip back to Turkey and Quintessa.  We rented an apartment for January through most of March, again enjoying the cosmopolitan city … Continue reading →

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Reflections of Season Two

Posted on December 31, 2015 by skippy526

  With our second season of sailing in the Mediterranean behind us, it is time to remind ourselves that we   have experienced many new things and have much to be thankful for.  This season we were in five countries with five … Continue reading →

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Kas, Turkey

Posted on November 8, 2015 by skippy526

November 2 – 8, 2015 — Kas (pronounced ka-sh) is the furthest east we will sail in Turkey this season.  As our string of favorable weather continues, the days are still warm but the nights are starting to get cold … Continue reading →

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