After three months in Turkey, we were finally able to get back to Greece on May 1st. We loved our time in Turkey, but there is nothing like cruising the Greek Islands. We had one final breathtaking sunset in Turkey. Our first Greek destination was the island of Kalymnos. We hadn’t been to a dock for our entire time in Turkey because of the insane cost — nearly $500 for one night in a marina for a catamaran, versus less than $50 in Greece. Sunset Jumpin off the boat onto a dock in Kalymnos GreeceKalymnosKalymnosA couple of nights at the dock to do laundry and stock up on food were enough, and we headed back out. Greece has many small bays with free mooring balls where local tavernas hope you will enjoy a meal or two. We’re happy to oblige. (The sign says “Welcome” but like we said at least five times a day while in Greece, “It’s all Greek to me”. Very grateful for Google Translate.)  Greek TavernaGreek TavernaAt this taverna, they were sundrying octopus; this supposedly tenderizes the meat and intensifies the flavor. We didn’t have any. Drying octopus at a Greek TavernaGreek TavernaWe were slowly making our way north and west towards Athens. Our next stop was the island of Amorgos to see the wreck of the Olympia. Check out our video of the wreck. While I’m on the subject of videos, I learned how to tie a bowline during my first sailing course at age 10. Apparently, it’s a very unique way of tying a bowline, and I’ve never seen anyone else do it this way. The internet seemed to find it interesting as well, leading to our first viral video. Amorgos WreckOur favorite thing about the islands is the crystal clear water and the grottos. When you combine the two, you get caves that appear to glow blue when the sun hits them just right. Greek Grotto Greek Grotto Greek Grotto Greek Grotto

Our next destination was iconic Mykonos. So far, all the islands we had been to were not well-known destinations, so the number of tourists was quite a shock to our system. But tourists aside, there is a reason Mykonos is such a popular destination — it is stunning. Mykonos Mykonos Mykonos windmills Mykonos windmills Mykonos windmills Mykonos Mykonos MykonosOnce we had our fill of civilization, we headed off to another peaceful anchorage. After a few days, we tried to start the engines. Only one of them would fire up. Mike can usually fix just about anything, especially engines, but this seemed to be a computer-related issue. It turns out we were only 10 miles from the only Volvo mechanic in the Cyclades Islands, and they went out of their way to help us immediately. Unfortunately, it was going to take over a week to get the new computer. Fortunately, we were on a beautiful island we hadn’t even planned on visiting.

There are two places to dock a boat on Syros: at the town dock where every passing ferry throws a huge wake, or in the abandoned marina. The marina is free because there is no water or electricity, but it’s just a short dinghy ride into town or to a lovely beach on a nearby island.Syros, GreeceIt’s just a five-minute dinghy ride into town, where many roads are paved in marble and stone. Syros, GreeceSyros, Greece Syros Island Greece Syros, Greece Syros, Greece Syros, GreeceSyros, Greece Syros, Greece Just off this beach lies a small shipwreck.Syros, Greece

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Once the new part had been installed, we continued our voyage north towards Athens. After six and a half months on this beautiful boat, it’s the longest we’ve stayed in one place for over 10 years. But as with all great adventures, it was time to move on and turn the boat back over to her owners. They will spend the summer cruising the Greek Islands. They’re also on the lookout for a new boat to explore the Caribbean, so their current boat is up for sale. If you want to have a European adventure aboard a very comfortable catamaran, check out the listing for Kungaloosh. With solar and a watermaker, the only thing you need to add is groceries.2010 Fountaine Pajot Cumberland 46 Maestro2010 Fountaine Pajot Cumberland 46 Maestro 2010 Fountaine Pajot Cumberland 46 Maestro 2010 Fountaine Pajot Cumberland 46 Maestro Meanwhile, we made it back to the States.Luggage at LAX Currently, we’re keeping this sweet dog company in New Mexico, after a quick road trip in the new van from Washington. For recent photos from our adventures, see our Photo Albums, and please subscribe to our blog to be notified of upcoming posts.German Shepard

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