Travelling North

Marmaris to Kusadasi, Turkey

Leaving Marmaris

Ancient Citadel of Loryma: Bozuk Buku

Finally, since breaking free from our anchorage in Marmaris, we’ve had a dream run travelling north – so far, touch wood.  A slight breeze from the west kicked in with our departure and the many delights of this part of the world became apparent.  Our only regret is we cannot visit the numerous Dodecanese (Greek) Islands that are so, so temptingly close to the Turkish coast. (We don't want to sign in and have the Schengen clock - 3 months - tick away too early.)  Still, we march on undeterred and have snagged a few isolated and lovely anchorages despite the coast appearing to be one huge resort. 

Kizil Adasi Passage: Bozburun

Full Moon over Datca

Not quite moonlight: the bright party lights of Datca

We are currently sitting in a marina in Kusadasi, civilization close at hand with 4 vast cruise ships lining nearby docks.  This is the stop off point for visits to Ephesus, but even so, it is a popular resort area for British and Russians.  We know this for sure because the local Migros (supermarket) has bacon.  Our end of the dock could well be renamed “kangaroo corner” as we’ve bumped into Aussies on boats by the bucket load since docking.  ("Awatea" - yes, I know a Kiwi & "Apricari" with an electric motored bike that I'm now lusting after!)

Resorts & Hot Water Boats in Yalikavak

Ah, the Serenity! Paradise Bay, Kazikli Limani 

Our sights are set on Avyalik, so there’s a bit of distance yet to cover.  We have another 2 weeks before setting sail for Greece (float plan dependant on the arrival of the Meltemi and hindered by Schengen visa time).   Never enough time to get our heads around the history and culture of this fascinating corner of the world!   Perhaps just enough for one last visit to a carpet shop though…

Byzantine Forts & Floating Cities: Kusadasi

From: Marmaris, Turkey Lat/Long: 36:49.449N 28:18.816E Date/Time: 10/06/14: 0620
To: Kusadasi, Turkey Lat/Long: 37:52.255N 27:15.760E Date/Time: 17/06/14: 1215
Time Taken: 184nm (33hrs) Distance (this year): 184.5nm (33hrs)
Distance Total (since 2008): 13517.5nm   Weather: WSW 8-10kts;
Fastest Speed: Varied from motoring in dead calm to some very pleasant sailing