Between Akis Bar and Giappie Snack bar in Lakka on the Island of Paxos. There’s a small dirt track that leads up some white pained steps into an Olive grove. Climb these steps and you’re rewarded with the best view of Lakka Bay. Lying at anchor you can see many white yachts bobbing in the crystal clear green/blue sea. Their flags denoting the popularity of this International destination. Many sailors use this sheltered harbour as a transit from Italy to Greece. If you head west from the entrance of Lakka the next land mass you’ll reach is Spain.
Looking Northwest from our vantage point we could see many yachts lying in a sea of green/blue with Northern mainland Greece behind. In the very far distance you can just make out the mountains of Albania. Continue reading ‘Livaboard Sailors sample the high life in Lakka’
Reading the English version of the Kathimerini Newspaper I came across this delightful interview with Piero Pieroni a solo sailor living in Greece (At the time) that just returned from sailing around the world.
All that time on his own heightened his appreciation of others, reinforced by the unique cosmopolitanism of international sea travel. He spoke with feeling about a kindly Greek consul in New Zealand, to whom he had gone to execute a legal document. The consul went out of his way to pick him up, was delighted at Piero’s basic Greek, and embraced him after the work was done.Did the trip alter his perspective? Continue reading ‘Piero Pieroni’s Exotica, mishaps, and good will at sea’
Lakka, on the northern tip of Paxos Island is described by many as the jewel in the Crown of Paxos. Lakka’s chalk white harbour turns the clearest of Mediterranean Sea into a brilliant Green. In comparison to Emerald Bay on Anti-Paxos, Lakka’s natural harbour is a haven for flotillas and visiting yachts.
Akis bar tucked into the south-western edge of Lakka Bay is open all year round according to its owner, Akis. 17 years of continual service to the flotilla affords Akis (It seams) a comfortable if modest lifestyle. “There’s no pressure to make money in the summer before closing,” says Akis. “Were open all year round and our 17 years in business means were here to stay.” Continue reading ‘Akis Bar in Lakka Bay — Paxos’
Sailing from Gouvia marina (Corfu) we’d arrived in Mourtos in the late afternoon just in time for the Sunset. 20 years ago was the last time we were here and the stark difference in fortunes was very apparent. Know there’s a small harbour that extends the capacity for yachts visiting Mourtos. This harbour also gives some protection for the town quay. In the past it was always a bumpy night in Mourtos as the prevailing summer breeze created an undulating motion for yachts moored at the quayside.
The tavernas on Mourtos town quay is the best location to watch the sunset go down over Corfu. It’s here that you share a meal and a bottle of wine whilst watching the sun descend through its colours. This spectacular sunset end with the silhouette shape of Corfu against a deepening red sky. Continue reading ‘Sailing into the Sunset from Mourtos’
Whilst reading one of the back issues of ‘Kathimerini Newspaper’ I came across this engaging feature about Piero Pieroni a single handed sailor, that returns to Greece after completing his circumnavigation of the world.
Neilson Activity Holidays are definitely hands on when managing their flotilla in Parga. Sirocco (Named after the seasonal Mediterranean wind) a Dufour 34 yacht with a British family are way too quick on entering this tiny harbour on the northern end of Valtos Beach in Parga. Too much speed with too much to do in too short a time will cause fast beating hearts all round, their flotilla skipper soon sorts them out. Mooring in this tiny harbour on the northern end of Valtos beach. You need to position the boat in such a way, that the back end is floating over an area of water that is clear of other anchors. You then drop your kedge anchor over the back and gently nudge your yacht towards shore so that its fin only slightly rests against the steep incline of the beach. Continue reading ‘Neilson Activity Holidays makes life much easier in Parga’
Every Greek Island has its own special place. A view, a location, an event. There is always one particular spot on an Island that remains prominent in everyone’s memory. For us it was Emerald Bay on Anti Paxos.
Anti Paxos is a small island 2 miles south of Paxos its 1 mile wide 2.5 miles long with only a few houses, that are very difficult to see on this lush green island. The island has no fresh water or electricity either, what it does have is Emerald Bay. Continue reading ‘Emerald Bay the highlight of our sailing adventure — Anti Paxos’
Fabrizio on his Catamaran in Lakka (Paxos) recommended Pera Pigadhi to Cristina and myself over a pint of Mythos. “It’s a beautiful spot” he said “Clear blue water the best quality water I’ve seen south of Lefkas” According to Cristina, Italians are experts at finding perfect locations by the sea. Secluded locations and perfect water is there speciality I’m told.
Reading the Cruising Guide of the Ionion Islands (by Rod Heikell) the reference to big bold rats on the Island did not go amiss.
Pera Pigadhi is an Island off the south east coast of Ithaca. It has a quay that can handle only 5 – 6 yachts moored stern or bows to. It’s a rugged little island with no inhabitance Continue reading ‘Pera Pigadhi (Rat) Island, Ithaca’
As a sailing enthusiast. The progression of learning to sail generally starts from Dingy sailing. After that, the next level of learning is probably on a Flotilla sailing Holiday. Then maybe a charter or two in which you go bareboat and sail to destinations without the watchful guidance of a flotilla skipper. It’s at this stage people generally either stay happy with bareboat charter or they feel sufficiently experience and knowledgeable to consider buying their own yacht. Continue reading ‘Heavy Weather Sailing Advice’
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Between Akis Bar and Giappie Snack bar in Lakka on the Island of Paxos. There’s a small dirt track that leads up some white pained steps into an Olive grove. Climb these steps and you’re rewarded with the best view of Lakka Bay. Lying at anchor you can see many white yachts bobbing in the crystal clear green/blue sea. Their flags denoting the popularity of this International destination. Many sailors use this sheltered harbour as a transit from Italy to Greece. If you head west from the entrance of Lakka the next land mass you’ll reach is Spain.
Every Greek Island has its own special place. A view, a location, an event. There is always one particular spot on an Island that remains prominent in everyone’s memory. For us it was Emerald Bay on Anti Paxos.
Fabrizio on his Catamaran in Lakka (Paxos) recommended Pera Pigadhi to Cristina and myself over a pint of Mythos. “It’s a beautiful spot” he said “Clear blue water the best quality water I’ve seen south of Lefkas” According to Cristina, Italians are experts at finding perfect locations by the sea. Secluded locations and perfect water is there speciality I’m told.
