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COME TO THE AEGEAN FOR R E A L SAILING ON THE SAILING SLOOP, "PWYLL" A 44 FOOT JEANNEAU SUNFIZZ. Pwyll is a comfortable nicely equipped boat that handles very well and is easy to learn on.

We cater to all levels of experience from novice to expert.
Sailing and touring among remote islands of the Dodecanese.

2010 SUMMER SPECIAL JUNE 24-JULY 1 PRIVATE BERTH 1,200 EURO; SHARED DOUBLE 800 EURO/PP. MAX 5 PERSONS. or
PRIVATE CHARTER (for this week only): 2,2OO EURO (MAX 4 PERSONS) DOCKING FEES, SKIPPER, FUEL & PROVISIONING INCLUDED.

Begin your exploration of the seas and life aboard a sailing vessel aboard Pwyll, learning what it means to truely "live on the sea". You are invited to join in on all onboard activities in running and sailing the yacht.

The winds are steady and sustained in the Greek Islands of the Dodecanese making almost every day, a "sailing day".

This group of islands offer a unique opportunity to experience both the modern- and traditional Greek Island life as well as an excellent sailing vacation.

Come sail upon the seas in the same way as we who live on the sea do. Learn in a relaxed environment how to handle a sailboat, what all her working parts are and how to use them; stand the helm from the first day and feel in control of Pwyll.
We will introduce you to sailing- or help you further your skills, either way, it is an exciting vacation on the water sailing from island to island here in the Dodecanese.
You can also come and just let us sail the boat for your sailing experience on Pwyll.
Spend nights under the stars in the great out of the way anchorages that these islands provide; enjoy the island life in the small harbors and local tavernas by the shore; this trip is about experiencing Greek island life as well. We have been here in the islands over 15 years. We share with you are local knowledge and are welcomed as friends, not tourists, in the places we visit and dine.
If you have never been on the seas and just want to see what it is like, come sailing with us. There is no “push” to learn the ropes, learn as much, or as little, as you desire. Participate in the sailing of Pwyll up to your own comfort level, we help you to gain confidence and knowledge as you improve your skills.
As captain of Pwyll I like to give people the opportunity to be in a comfortable environment where they can learn at their own pace and level, from beginner to experienced sailors; each of my charters have been different, and the number of charters that I have done is lost in my 15 years experience of bringing people into the sailing world.
We do have sustained winds here, so this is real sailing.
We design your trip around your experience and the kind of sailing trip that you would like to do, weather permitting – we do respect the wind god Eolos!

SELECT DATES FOR BOOKING ON A GROUP SAIL. PLEASE SEE BELOW. I AM PLANNING 2 GROUP SAILS IN 2010 PRIVATE OR SHARED CABIN
Each day includes sailing as well as time to do some exploring on these unique and out of the way islands of the Dodecanese chain located as far east as Greece extends before reaching the Turkish border - in fact, the ancient influence of Turkey is felt in these islands.
The day starts with a cup of coffee on deck. After breakfast (as well as before breakfast) there will be time for swimming and snorkeling before we set sail to our next destination.
Winds permitting, we will sail between 3-5 hours per day, from island to island, occasionally making more than one stop on the larger islands where there is more to see and do and the anchorages offer a variation of surroundings.
No two days are exactly alike, some days there will be more time for exploring on land and visiting the island villages, some days, more sailing - we go with the winds! This is a true live-aboard experience, hands on and relaxed.

Sail area 250m ²

Overall length 27 m, width 4.65 m, 2.5 m d.

GM 2-stroke diesel engine 165 hp

2000 ltr. Diesel, 2000 ltr. Water

Generator 14 KW 12/24/230 V

3 toilets, 2 showers, deck shower

up to 12 berths in 4 cabins

GMDSS radio, GPS, FM, NavText

ANNA is fitted with all the required life saving equipment

GREECE & ITALY

Sail the Turkish Coast in a blue voyage and visit many historic sites on a one two, or three week sailing. Bodrum to Antalya sailing ship cruise. These are leisure cruises with swimming, diving, snorkeling, hiking, exploring, hot springing, ruins tours and fantastic eating along the route.Our yachts have wooden hulls and are built to an ancient design. They range from 22-28 meters. Cabins have their own shower and water closet. Our yachts actually sail. We don't like to spend money on fuel. All food and beverages ( bar ) are included except Friday evening when you will dine ashore.
Note: We offer several itineraries. We usually sail from the Bodrum area. Late in the season we move further down the coast to warmer waterhs. There are three popular ones. Bodrum - Gulf of Gokova- Bodrum The first over night in Bodrum harbour provides a gentle introduction to the gulet and your travelling companions.Day 2. After first breakfast of our tour,we sail to Orak Island.The Island reminds an endless aquarium with sparkling turquaz water.After swimming and lunch arrival to Cokertme where cheerful and friendly people live.Dinner and staying the night here.Day 3. Along the fabulous coastline we continue to the marvellous natural harbour of Cati;. You will spend rest of the day by swimming or by walking through pine forest.Day 4. Sail to Seven Islands-always popular choice,plenty of pine clad secluded bays and coves to investigate.Day 5. Weighing anchor in the morning arrival to Sedir Island. Known also as Cleopatra's Island - rich in myths as in beauty - the legendary white sand is said to have been brought in from Egypt by Marcus Anthonius as a wedding gift for Cleopatra. Day 6. Breakfast and departure to English Harbour - made famous for sheltering World War - I British torpedo boats. After Lunch spend the night in whichever bay we choose.Day 7. Seventh day of our trip will continue in routh to ֲen in the Golf.After swimming and lunch continue to Karaada Island renowned for mud baths and to Bodrum for our last night on board. Fethiye - Marmaris - Fethiye DAY 1 Arrival to Marmaris, embarkment to yacht, overnight onboard after dinner. MARMARIS: It was founded on ruins of an older Karia antique city and has lived under many hegemonies. Today the most important monument that is remarkable is the tower that was built in 1577. DAY 2 After first breakfast of our tour, our dream journey starts with Ekincik. Arrival to Dalyan, a Karia city supposed to be founded by son of Miletos. City , carries an antique value by its stone tombs, Acropol Castle, Antique Theater and Church Complex and besides this city shows a natural beauty with Caretta Caretta turtles. If you wish to swim and have mud bath this tour is extra charged. The day will end with dinner on yacht in Ekincik bay. DAY 3 Our yacht will cast anchor for breakfast in Manastir bay by lake view. We guarantee that you will have a wonderful day in this natural wonder bay where you will have water sport opportunities. Then yacht will cast anchor twice in a bay after a while around here for dinner and overnight. DAY 4 On the fourth day of our tour you may visit Telmosos renowned of oracles, fruits grown by Telmosos in Antique Era as you wish or you may go to Oludeniz by dolmush via highway.Dinner in a quiet bay after a while our yacht departs from harbor and overnight. DAY 5 On the fifth day of your tour, after breakfast you will be able to swim in enchanting beauty of Batik Hammam ruins in Gocek bays and at the same time you may enjoy the beauty of village and bays while having your five o'clock tea. On this day reserved completely for Gocek dinner and staying night will be here. DAY 6 Early in the morning trip through Baba Island; breakfast in a bay en route. Lunch at Baba Island through noon. We are sure that you will not get tired of to swim, sport and entertainment. Tiredness of day will be slip by anchored yacht in Baba Island . DAY 7 Seventh day of your trip will continue en route to Kumlubuk and Turunc which are old fisherman villages near Marmaris. After swimming and surfing arrival to Marmaris. At this night when you will have shopping opportunity at the same time, lunch on yacht will ended this seven day trip which has left good memories in you. DAY 8 After breakfast transfer to airport. Antalya - Kas -Antalya DAY 1 Check-in to departure point Setur Marina Antalya, staying night on yacht after dinner. DAY 2 After breakfast on yacht, sailing for two hours, arrival to Phaselis bay renowned for Perfume trade during antique era where three natural bay were founded by Colonists in the 7th Century BC are after lunch and swimming here arrival to Olympos Antique City where was base of famed pirates once upon a time. After five o'clock tea and swimming, leaving to Adrasan Cavush bay for dinner and overnight. DAY 3 After breakfast our yacht weighing anchor arrives Demre at mid-day. After lunch in Demre, trip to Noel Baba (Bishop St. Nicholas ). You can Join to optional Demre - Myra tour with extra cost. Overnight here after dinner. DAY 4 After breakfast, arrival to Kekova Island just opposite Kale Village where lost/sunken city is. North of the city had been intermentioned in to the sea as result of an earthquake in Byzantine Era. DAY 5 Our journey starts after breakfast in Kas Harbor and we proceed to Antalya. After swimming in Uc Agiz bay which is the oldest Licia city. 34 km. far from Kas. Dinner will be served at Simena where theater remains are. This theater is for 300 persons, constructed on the hill opposite Kekova Island behind Kale Village.DAY 6 Our yacht departs from Finike Marina after breakfast and arrives to Ceneviz bay after passing trough unique bays and coast. Arrival to Kemer Moonlight bay after lunch and swimming in blue sea here, overnight in this beautiful bay after dinner. DAY 7 Our journey we leave Moonlight bay and arrive to Calticak bay and Sican Island. After lunch and swimming in this natural beauty, continue to last stop of our tour, Antalya Marina. Last dinner and overnight in Antalya Marina.DAY 8 We will disembark and end the tour after breakfast.
MAMMA MIA TURKEY GREECE ITINERARY
1st day: The boarding starts at 3:30 p.m. outside of Bodrum. Early-arriving guests can leave their luggage in one of our offices. First day dinner and the night will be in Bodrum Port. During this time our guests wishing to explore the city will have a whole night time.
Bodrum has a history that goes back to the 12th century B.C. The city which was called Halicarnassus and was the birthplace of Heredotos; the ' Father of History'. Thus Bodrum was a home to many civilizations and there is a lot to see: The remains of the Mausoleum of King Mausolus, which was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. From the Classical Roman times the Amphitheatre has survived; one of the oldest theatres in Anatolia with a capacity of 13.000 guests, and is still hosting many shows and concerts. And there is the landmark of the city, the 'Castle of Saint Peter', being build in medieval times from the stones of the collapsed Mausoleum and today it houses the first and world's largest underwater archeology museum. Finally there is 'Myndos Gate' where Alexander the Great had a hard time in his siege of Halicarnassus. Bodrum is also popular with its night life, there is an endless choice of entertainment in the city.

2nd Day: Starts with a welcome-on-board-meeting while you enjoying your breakfast. The crew will inform you about the cruise program and the boat. During this time your captain will be completing the port-formalities. Sail to Cos island starts. Asclepion, known as the best health-care center of the Antique World is located here. Cos is also the birthplace of Hippocrates; 'the Father of Medical Science'. On the island there is a lot to see; a Medieval century castle; a museum; an antique stadium; Acropoli; an Antique Odeon; an amphitheater; and Roman Baths. Cos, or in Turkish: Istanköy ; is the second largest island of the 12 islands. (Dodecanese islands) has a very soft climate and very fertile lands. The island hosts a 560 years old tree and a 211 years old fountain.
3rd Day: We will start early morning to Nisiros island. The volcano of Nisiros island - which means 'the place with figs' in the Aegean Sea- which burst out in 1422 is still active. Nikea village located on the side of the volcano, has white streets and a mosaic-style square. You can take bus a tour to the crater which is still active and where you can see the gases coming from underground. On the way back after a short a village tour and a lunch break; we will sail to Tilos island. The dinner and the overnight will take place in the port of this small, peaceful island.
4th Day: Sailing to Rhodes early in the morning to the largest of the Dodecanese islands, a very popular holiday place as it has one of the best-protected and the largest medieval city walls. Rhodes has been a home for many civilizations; starting with the knights of St. John in the Medieval century, then Ottomans and Italians. The city, which is still surrounded with 12 meters thick city-walls gives you the feeling of traveling back to Medieval century especially when you walk around its narrow pebble stone roads. After dinner our guests are highly recommended to enjoy a Rhodes at night out.
5th Day: By sailing in the early hours of morning towards to Simi island; we will arrive to the Monastery of Panormitis located in the southern part of Simi. After visiting the Monastery and the museum of this quiet and peaceful coast we will take swimming break at noon time and will arrive to Simi port in the evening. You can see the shore-side with its neo-classical houses and the inner streets
6th Day: Today we will get back to Turkish waters to Datca. You can enjoy a short-walk on the shoreside while your captain is finishing with the customs procedures. Datca has been founded by the Dorianss who immigrated from Aegean islands to the southern coasts of Ionia in the 7th century B.C. Sailing to Cnidus after lunch. Cnidus was a developed city in science art and construction. Euryphon and his students have founded the second largest medical sciences school in Cnidus. The island also is home to the largest sun clock of its time. Cnidus has been the home for Aphrodite's monument and has got his fame with Demeter who was known as ' the beautiful- haired queen'. A place always kept in mind with its love and sex stories. The dinner and overnight will be in Cnidus.
7th Day: Sailing in the early morning. Docking in Karaadada for the last swimming break in these beautiful blue waters. In the afternoon we will be sailing to Bodrum Port for the dinner and overnight.
8th Day: Leaving the boat after breakfast taking all your unforgettable and very enjoyable memories with you.

47ft Jeanneau Sunkiss - 'Libertas'
Dodecanese Islands- Flying into either SAMOS direct OR Athens then fast ferry out to meet us in Samos. Alternative pick up point can be made by prior arrangement.

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Explore the TURKISH COAST ( by special arrangement!)

Sailboat Aurora is a 60ft four times around the world racer that takes ten guests with good accommodation. It was built in Britain in 1996 and has always been up to its tasks in various conditions all over the world and is now sailing in Icelandic waters.
We spend most of our time in the West Fjords in North Iceland and the base for our operation is Isafjordur , the capital of the West Fjords.
The fjords in the Isafjordur area are the location for some of the best adventure opportunities in Iceland. We offer an ideal way to explore this lesser known region with its breathtaking scenery and magnificent mountains, The Westfjords are Iceland’s northwestern outpost and Europe’s westernmost tip. They are characterized by rugged landscapes, with deep fjords, majestic mountains, deserted farms, nesting birds, awe-inspiring silence and much more.

The air is pure, filled with the scents of clean, ocean breeze and wild vegetation.

We also offer expedition style trips to East Greenland for hiking and sea kayaking. Greenland is our next door neighbor with the coast only 180nm away. Skiing on the island of Jan Mayen NE of Iceland is also a very exciting possibility for adventure skiers.

Velvet Lady Velvet Lady is a 55 foot long Oyster yacht which is renowned for it’s high quality, comfort and performance. With a maximum number of 8 on board (6 guests and 2 crew) she is never crowded. The saloon is large and comfortable with seating for 8 around the main table and has an additional seating area with coffee table. The cockpit is deep and secure for when it is windy, there is plenty of deckspace for sunbathing when it is calm. The cockpit table allows us to dine al fresco when the weather is suitable. There are 3 twin guest cabins each with access to a shower and toilet – either en suite or next door. With 3 showers and plenty of hot water there is never much of a queue. The galley is fully equipped and secure enabling us to produce good food even whilst at sea.Velvet Lady has a very full inventory of equipment which includesElectronics:Navtex, DSC/VHF radio with command microphone in cockpit, hand held VHF, EPIRB, Colour Chart plotter, GPS, Radar, Autopilot, SSB Radio, Weatherfax, Inmarsat CGeneral Equipment Electric anchor windlass, Roller furling main and headsails, Cruising chute, 240V Invertor, 240 V Generator, Microwave, TV and DVD player, Stereo radio and CD player, Electric Heating, Air Conditioning, Watermaker, Solid bottom dinghy with outboard in davits, Sextant, BarbequeVelvet Lady carries a full inventory of safety equipment and is coded by the MCA for commercial use
We have just completed our summer season in Iceland and are heading south to the sunshine of Spain, Portugal and Madeira arriving in Lanzarote in the Canary Islands for some winter sun and sailingt.

In the Summer of 2009 we will be sailing north to the beautiful Lofoten Islands of Norway. Join us as we explore this beautiful region

Join us fon our way north for a mini ocean adventure including 3 days of true ocean sailing on the passage north from Lanzarote in the Canary Islands to the beautiful emerald island of Madeira. This adventure includes some coastal cruising with a longer offshore passage. We will spend our first day sailing along the coast of Lanzarote and making an overnight stop at the beautiful island of Graciosa. We then set off on a 2 to 3 day passage to sail 270 nm across the Atlantic to Funchal, the capital town of Madeira. On arrival we also have a short time to explore the Madeira coastline before you fly home

Join us for an ocean adventure sailing north between the mid Atlantic islands of Madeira and San Miguel in the Azores. Take the opportunity to combine coastal cruising with a short ocean passage. We will sail along the spectacular coastline of Madeira before setting course for Punta Delgada on the island of San Miguel in the Azores Archipelago 550 nm away On arrival we will also have time to explore the coastline of this remote island

All our holidays are led by round the world yachtswoman Lin Parker. With 20 years experience she is well accomplished at both introducing the new comer and coaching the more experienced. With our experienced staff and small guest numbers we are able to tailor the exact itinerary around the interests of those onboard making each holiday unique.

Cadeau is 13.5 metres long and displace 14 tons wwa (without wine aboard). Her 100 sq. mts. of sail can push her to 8 knots or more when surfing. The spinnaker is 170 sq. mts. and gives a lot of emotions as well as work. Swan’s typical companionway is horizontal and gives access to the main living area. The woodwork is impeccable, of semi-satinated teak. Two very large cabins ensures a very high level of comfort. Italian (Etro) beddings and British upholstery. Gourmet galley and widely referenced.
The archipelago of the Cyclades, in the middle of the Aegean Sea, owes its name to the fact that the islands forming it encircle the rocky islet of Delos (“cyclade” means “ring” in Greek), which in ancient time was considered the political and religious centre of the known world. 21 bigger islands and 20 smaller ones: among them are many places still uninhabited and wild. All of them are delightful and each of them expresses its own nature.

The Cyclades are considered and known all over the world as the most typical part of Greece. Unique distinctive features are the stony houses painted in white with their light blue domes, plenty of windmills, amazing beaches of golden sand, ancient ruins surviving time, several little taverns that serve very good meat or fish dishes not forgetting the excellent locally produced wine.

Capri boats are the traditional wooden fishing boats known as 'gozzo' or 'lancia'. Each of our Capri Time Boats is equipped with comfortable cushions, pillows, canopy, & towels. Our knowledgeable and friendly captains are delighted to introduce guests to the hidden treasures of Capri and the Amalfi Coast and will provide light snacks and refreshments on board.
Capri, Positano, Amalfi, Sorrento, Naples, Ischia, and beyond.

Flotilla holidays
Yacht flotilla holidays provide a good mix of social and independent sailing on your own yacht. Each flotilla usually comprises 6-12 yachts varying from 28-38 ft in length. This means we can cater for crew sizes from 2 up to 8. Flotilla sailing gives you the chance to skipper your own a yacht for a fortnight and so have a very relaxing holiday at your pace.

For Flotilla sailing choose from three sailing areas; Greek Ionian, a great place to be introduced to Flotilla sailing, Greek Peloponnese with more steady breezes and the Bodrum Peninsula in Turkey with stronger afternoon breezes.

Villa Flotilla holidays
We have also been offering learn to sail yachting holidays for over twenty years teaching thousands to sail in just four days.

Sailing courses are also available from our base in Brighton in the UK.

Gulet holidays
Surrender yourself to a week of luxury on board one of our traditional Turkish Gulets. Lie back as your boat slips through the crystal waters around the Bodrum Peninsula.

Gulets are traditional Turkish wooden motor yachts and varying in length from 50-90 feet. Your crew provide all crewing and meals. Choose to
o Hire a private gulet
o Book a berth on a shared deluxe gulet
o Live-aboard a SCUBA diving gulet



Flotilla holidays
You first meet your fellow sailors and lead boat crew at a welcome get together where there is a chat about the yachts and their equipment. Also covered will be the flotilla route, a few quirks of Mediterranean sailing and mooring techniques. Having spent the first night aboard at our flotilla base, the flotilla is ready to sail the following day. During the first few days the lead boat remains with the fleet, meeting each morning for a chat to describe destinations. Some days are gentle, with perhaps only three or four hours sailing, others have longer passages, facing brisk afternoon winds.

Whether you choose to sail alone or in company, you are not expected to follow the lead boat like ducklings. The day is yours to potter, anchor, swim or explore. The lead boat is contactable by VHF radio or GSM telephone. Each evening you moor at a new destination where there is usually a taverna to meet for drinks and a meal. Alternatively, you can explore independently.

Villa Flotilla holidays
First week you stay in a hotel and take a yachting course, 2nd week sail a yacht on flotilla. The lead boat is always at hand to offer assistance and brief you each morning as to that evening's port of call.

60 foot ocean going ketch, fully equipped and fitted out for world cruising.
The first 6 months will be in the Mediterranean (April to September, mainly the Greek Isles and Turkey, on to Malta, Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, The Balearics, the Spanish west coast,Tangier, Gibraltar. Then to the Canary Islands in October, crossing the Atlantic from there to be in Grenada or Barbados for Christmas. Cruise the Leeward Isles for 2 or 3 months, in Trinidad for the Mardi Gras, along the Venezuelan coast and islands to Cartagena. From here decisions and timetables will be democratically discussed, the decision may be to spend longer in the Caribbean - or to pass through Panama and over to the Galapagos islands.
There are many further options (even Alaska if all are in favour) before crossing the Pacific for an extended cruise of the South Sea islands. On to Australia and New Zealand, then turning north towrds the China Sea - again many wonderful options - eventually into the Indian Ocean. This sea is well worth a complete, slow circumnavigation, to include Sri Lanka, India, the Maldives, The Seychelles, down to the Comores, Madagascar, perhaps Reunion, over to the east African coast, down to Capetown. From there we could cruise all the way up the east African coast to the Red Sea and eventually back into the Mediterranean.