Itháki, Greece Travel Journals & Blogs

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- May 19, 2023
- ☀️ 21 °C
- Altitude: 10 m
- Greece Ionian Islands Ithaca Itháki Limáni Vathý 38.365768, 20.71927238°21’57” N 20°43’9” E
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Day 146
Voile dans la mer ionienne
May 19, 2023 in Greece ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
Une fois le petit passage a athens fini on fait route vers Argostoli, port de l'ile de Kefalonia. On rejoint l'équipage du Ventotene, monocoque de 46 pieds. Un gros bateau. Le rythme de vie s'installe rapidmement et les journées se ressemblent et se mélangent.
Baignade dans une crique, repas tantot a bord, tantot a quai quand on veut se faire un restau ou prendre une glace.
On reprend un rythme de vie a la francaise sans probleme avec un petit apéro de temps en temps (pour ne pas dire tous les jours).
Dans les taches quotidiennes se trouve la garde de Théo, petit chien tout mignon et mascotte du navire.
La météo est calme et la navigation tranquille.
On passe par Itaka, le temps d'une escale plus longue pour faire le tour de l'ile en voiture avant de finir de lacher le reste de l'equipage a Lefkada.Read more
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Traveler Quelle vie de chien !
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Traveler Tu te protéges du soleil, du froid ou des paparazzi ?
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Traveler Du soleil surtout. On a bien cramés sur la dernière rando au nepal et je n'avais pas encore completement soigné
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Lefkas-Segeln
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- May 29, 2022, 1:19pm
- ⛅ 24 °C
- Altitude: 8 m
- Greece Ionian Islands Ithaca Itháki Limáni Vathý 38.365, 20.72166738°21’54” N 20°43’18” E
Day 4
19 SM nach Ithaka
May 29, 2022 in Greece ⋅ ⛅ 24 °C
Heute ist Gewitter angesagt, so dass wir schon um halb sieben aufstehen und mit dem ersten Kaffee in der Hand ablegen. Wir motoren bei Windstille in die Vathy Bay auf Ithaka. Wir versuchen uns ein Auto zu mieten, doch der Verleiher genießt seine Sonntagsruhe und geht auch nicht ans Telefon. Erst später werden wir feststellen, dass es noch einen weiteren Verleiher gegeben hätte.
Wir machen das Beste aus dem Tag, spazieren durch den Ort und gehen Pärchenreise was trinken. Abends treffen wir uns im Restaurant Porto, einer Empfehlung von Christiana.
An Bord klingt dann der Abend harmonisch mit Gin Tonic aus.Read more
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Zeilvakantie Lefkas - Zakyntho
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- Jul 24, 2023
- ☀️ 33 °C
- Altitude: Sea level
- Greece Ionian Islands Ithaca Itháki Limáni Vathý 38.372934, 20.71400138°22’23” N 20°42’50” E
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Vathi op Ithaka
July 24, 2023 in Greece ⋅ ☀️ 33 °C
In Vathi liggen we allemaal naast elkaar aan de kant. Onze boot is met 33 ft de kleinste en daarom aan ons de eer om aan de buitenkant te liggen. Dat vraagt wel wat klauterkunsten omdat je 5 boten over moet om bij de kant te komen. We raken al wat beter vertrouwd met onze Brizzo, het is fijne boot.Read more
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Sails, Sunsets and Snaps
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- Oct 3, 2018, 10:31pm
- ⛅ 22 °C
- Altitude: 6 m
- Greece Ionian Islands Ithaca Itháki Limáni Vathý 38.36667, 20.71538°22’0” N 20°42’54” E
Day 4
Sailing to Ithaki
October 3, 2018 in Greece ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
Today the weather forecast was nothing to write a blog about. It was dull and cloudy and a suggestion of rain, though there was none whilst on the High Seas - which weren't high at all of course, given the absence of any wind. This meant the engine ran continuously and the sails remained stowed away. It wasn't exactly cold but Alan did feel the wind chill a little but even so, he enjoyed the gentle cruising across and around to Big Vathy, the next port of call for the night. At one point in the day they sailed through a relatively narrow channel, which was fun.

It's amazing how the days are slipping by. Penny and Tom had said it wasn't going to be a problem but even on this quiet day sailing-wise, Rob's fears of boardom proved to be unfounded and in no time at all the crew of Rincewind had eased the yacht into her mooring and were relaxing with that G&T, with ice and a slice of course ... and the added bonus of a torrential downpour to end the day.

Before the evening meal there was time for a little window shopping in the town ... Alan purchased a fleece jacket (just in case) and Rob a fridge magnet for his growing collection. They discovered a lovely restaurant with excellent food then returned to Rincewind to end the day. Penny had packed some pineapple fairy lights and these were attached to the sun hood, together with that green-theme lantern Rob used in the tent in Scotland.

The pirates continued to be marked by their absence and still no sunset ... but there's still time of course!Read more
Brian Glover Good to hear from you again. I was beginning to think the pirates had got you Pity the weather is not as good as it could be, particularly for the photographs Glad you are all enjoying yourselves and like the G&T ending to each trip👍👍👍😂😂
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Sails, Sunsets and Snaps
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- Oct 4, 2018, 8:57am
- ☀️ 22 °C
- Altitude: 6 m
- Greece Ionian Islands Ithaca Itháki Limáni Vathý 38.36667, 20.71538°22’0” N 20°42’54” E
Day 5
Leaving Ithaki
October 4, 2018 in Greece ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
The weather forecasts for the region have continually given the impression that every sort of weather could be expected at varying times of any day. Rain, wind, calm, thunderstorms and in whatever combination you choose. The only exception was snow - all the weather apps agreed on this - there would none, at any time!

Rob decided to believe the suggestion that the day would begin clear and warm, so he peered outside about 45 minutes before sunrise to see if there might be an opportunity for some photography ... and there was. He collected his gear together (having got dressed of course) and quietly left the boat and headed down the quayside in search of a decent composition. It was quite peaceful in the morning light, setting up the tripod and trying different angles - a boat here, or there, or that angle or this but all too soon the sun was up and the light had changed, so Rob headed back for a coffee just as the others were getting up.

After the morning briefing/breakfast in a nearby bar-restaurant it was time to leave. The weather was perfect and promised to stay like that for the whole day so, in the warm morning sun and on calm blue waters, Rincewind glided along through fabulous scenery towards the open sea.Read more
Traveler It all looks just wonderful...peaceful and lovely! Not a pirate in sight unless you count that chap with one leg up on the decking!!! Looks as though he has just climbed aboard and about shout, "Aha! Me hearties! Lets get her out to sea and see what treasure we can find. Ahaa!" Do you know why pirates are called "pirates"? Because they Aaah!
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Traveler Auszeit 2007
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- Aug 3, 2007
- ☀️ 26 °C
- Altitude: Sea level
- Greece Ionian Islands Ithaca Itháki Limáni Vathý 38.370446, 20.71305138°22’14” N 20°42’47” E
Day 66
Meganisi - Vathy ( Ithaka )
August 3, 2007 in Greece ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Trotz gemeldeter Windstille können wir Segel setzen. Kurs die Insel KALAMOS. Unterwegs hatten wir endlich Funkkontakt mit der "ALIKI". Mit ihr hatten wir ja im Februar schon ein date in der Aegäis abgemacht. Sie sind unterwegs nach Vathy. Da der Wind immer mehr dreht und auffrischt, ändern wir Kurs uns können direkt auf Vathy zusegeln.
Während die "ALIKI" im Lee der Insel Ithaka keinen Wind hat, bolzen wir mit bf 5 und 2m Wellen gegen Vathy zu.
Man sieht sich im Leben immer (mindestens) zweimal, lautet ein Seglersprichwort. Beim anlegen in Vathy liegen wir wieder neben den Sizilianern wie am Vorabend. Ich halte mein italienisch auf Trab.
Später läuft dann die "ALIKI" ein und legt neben uns an. Ein freudiges Wiedersehen. Mit ihnen kommt auch Ralph und sein Sohn Bruce mit der "AURA". Unsere Kinder sind froh wieder mal spielen zu können. Am Abend holen wir den 1. August nach.Read more
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- Aug 13, 2007
- 23 °C
- Altitude: Sea level
- Greece Ionian Islands Ithaca Itháki Limáni Vathý 38.367875, 20.71127538°22’4” N 20°42’41” E
Day 76
O. Andreou - Vathy ( Ithaka )
August 13, 2007 in Greece ⋅ 23 °C
Eigentlich wollten wir in die nächste Bucht weiterziehen, aber da es dort wenig Platz und ziemlich Fallböen hatte, beschlossen wir direkt nach Vathy in die sichere Bucht weiterzuziehen.
Als wir um die Nordostecke zur Einfahrt nach Vathy ( ca. 3 sm ) bogen, begrüssten uns 7-8 bf Fallwind und ziemlich Wellen. Zeitweise kämpften wir uns unter Motor mit kaum 2 Knoten gegen Wind und Wellen und ich am Ruder wurde von jeder Welle geduscht. Wir waren froh in der sicheren Innenbucht angekommen zu sein und setzten zwischen den vielen (italienischen) Yachten den Anker. Auch nachts belästigten uns Fallböen, aber unser
neuer grösserer Anker hielt uns sicher an Ort.Read more
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GypsyDjango Sailing the Mediterranean 2021
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- Sep 14, 2021
- ☀️ 27 °C
- Altitude: Sea level
- Greece Ionian Islands Ithaca Itháki Limáni Vathý 38.368593, 20.71021638°22’7” N 20°42’37” E
Day 175
Lefkada standing stones to Ithaca Vathy
September 14, 2021 in Greece ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Today we traveled to Ithaca Island and met Pete and Mel who invited us for coffee as it was his birthday. Had a terrible night in the bay with 25 knot katabatic winds which are prevalent in this area. Discovered the most magical town - Vathy. Helped Pete out with collecting his new outboard motor and were rewarded with some chili paste from Peru. Good holding in bay but unfortunately deep and 0 wind protection.Read more
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Sails, Sunsets & Snaps II
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- Sep 30, 2021, 6:11pm
- ⛅ 24 °C
- Altitude: Sea level
- Greece Ionian Islands Ithaca Itháki Limáni Vathý 38.37333, 20.7133338°22’24” N 20°42’48” E
Day 5
The Storm that Never Came
September 30, 2021 in Greece ⋅ ⛅ 24 °C
The day started with Penny & Rob receiving an early bath after a wave rolled over the harbour wall and gave them a cold awakening. The wind was quite strong this morning and the waves bigger too, but by the time the morning briefing was over and breakfast eaten (crepes today), the wind and ocean activity had subsided and by the time the yacht was in open water the wind that was hoped for was virtually gone.

The day was to be a repeat of the others: calm weather, lovely temperatures, deep blues and relaxation.

All was not lost however, because during the afternoon the wind did actually pick up and the crew finished the day with the yacht piercing the waves at a steady speed and with the engine switched off. At last then, the sails were used and everyone on board were happy bunnies - including the pineapple.

If your are wondering about those high winds and thunderstorm ... yes, the winds were stronger and there was rain during the night but no thunderstorm materialised. No drama there then.Read more
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- Jul 8, 2022, 9:45am
- ☀️ 27 °C
- Altitude: 3 m
- Greece Ionian Islands Ithaca Itháki Órmos Sarakíniko 38.365021, 20.73897638°21’54” N 20°44’20” E
Day 3
Itaca
July 8, 2022 in Greece ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
One day boat trip with a beautiful surprise for kids ad the could use the waterslide to have fun
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