Stunning Turkish anchorages - Sailing A B Sea (Ep.073)

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[@richarddickson3211]

This video takes me back to 1980. Perfect weather, mill pond flat seas , great scenery, but there are more restaurant's now, and mooring balls did not exist. It was anchor and a line around a rock or a tree, for all the little yachts.

[@SailingABSea]

Hi Richard, some things have changed over the last 40 years, but the warm welcome and hospitality of the Turks is still the same.

[@richarddickson3211]

@@SailingABSea was the same back then, with the odd exception. There were loads of flotilla fleets around then sailing Trapper 27 s . Company went bust years ago. Crewed mainly by beginners, it was a national sport watching them moor up! Much mirth and damage!😂😉

[@SailingABSea]

We're sure many people have had a good chuckle watching some of our antics.

[@andybrands1883]

What were you doing in 1980 Baz???@@SailingABSea

[@SailingABSea]

I was 18 and working as a cashier in a UK bank. I was also studying banking exams to climb the corporate banking ladder, (so was Aannsha). Secretly I was planning my escape from it all. The following year we both packed it all in and drove to the south of France where I was a DJ and Aannsha painted paintings to sell to the tourists.

[@judebug329]

You find the prettiest anchorages and the best food! You look so relaxed and like you’re having fun. Retirement looks good on the 2 of you!

[@SailingABSea]

Thanks Jude, we are still working each day so it's never going to be full retirement. 🙄

[@judebug329]

Please know your work is appreciated! It makes my retirement better to sit back and enjoy the product of your labors. Thank you! 🍺🍷

[@tamerbuyukylmaz9209]

KOY means " little bay" and when you add little dots over the letter "o", it becomes KÖY and that means "village" anything smaller than "koy" is a "bük" You will hear these names pretty often as you sail along the west and south coast of Turkey. Enough with the lecturing. I have been following your videos from the beginning, you have come a long way. Great job. I certainly, appreciate your contribution in promoting the beauty of my country. Perfect ambassadors. Thank you very much and good luck with the rest of your journey.

[@SailingABSea]

Thank you Tamer, we appreciate your help with understanding the Turkish language. Turkey was wonderful for us. We hope that we encounter similar hospitality in the other countries we visit. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@tamerdanki3746]

Wellcome to my hometown. I wish happy holiday.

[@SailingABSea]

Thank you Tamer. 👍

[@TrelowarrenCornwall]

We love taking a long line ashore, I look forward to seeing you do it next week. I am sure you will enjoy it once you have done it a few times.

[@SailingABSea]

Hi Mary, taking a line ashore in the summer when the water is warm is fine, not so sure about doing it in the cooler months. 🙄

[@TrelowarrenCornwall]

@@SailingABSea Ha yes ... forgot this was earlier in the year, we don't generally start swimming for fun until April! I did take a bit of a plunge when I fell in off the passerelle in Samos in March.

[@SailingABSea]

Hahaha passerelles can be dangerous after a few drinks.

[@ann-raelagrelle8312]

I like your matching T-shirt’s love your vids

[@SailingABSea]

We're very happy to hear that you're enjoying our videos. Cheers.🍻

[@sadretroy2352]

“Can” (read as John ) means “Life”in Turkish. Like ZOE in Greek. So nice to see you again.

[@SailingABSea]

Hey Sadre, thank you for explaining that. As you can tell languages are not our best subject. 👍

[@mz2288]

Loved those nicely ironed polo shirts from Smileys restaurant, very catchy indeed (lol). Thank you for sharing your videos, I’m really getting a taste for Turkey now...and Smileys of course 😀. Hope the wind picks up ⛵️ so you can get some real sailing going.

[@SailingABSea]

Hi MZ, since this video was recorded, the wind has certainly picked up. It's currently blowing 30 knots, but we are safely anchored.

[@sailing-etanche]

Anchor pro's!!

[@SailingABSea]

Since then the Mantus has had a few tough ones to deal with, but when we dropped anchor this morning she went in perfectly the first time, we were grateful for that as the wind is blowing 30 knots and we didn't get much sleep last night. All good now though.

[@kidocq]

Good to,see you back in Turkish waters even if it is with a time machine 😉

[@SailingABSea]

The TARDIS we installed in the aft locker works very well. Back to the future we go. 😀

[@geetee50]

nice post guys , looks gorgeous

[@SailingABSea]

Agreed GeeTee, some beautiful spots.

[@trevorbench3445]

I've just watched this while I'm supposed to be working on my work emails, but your adventures are so much more interesting....please keep them coming.

[@SailingABSea]

Hahahaha Trevor you're a very naughty boy... Please keep watching.

[@richarddickson3211]

@@SailingABSea or a messiah? Monty python.

[@SailingABSea]

Blessed are the cheese makers.

[@1958pobs]

Once again loved your video, I just wish they were longer, it was ok when I had loads to watch, I was able to really get into them and be at these places, but a few minutes is not enough time for my imagination to get going. 🤷‍♀️ I think I will have to save them up, then watch. You guys are living your best lives, fantastic! Happy sailing.

[@johnlord7854]

Hi Lynne. One of the channels did a survey a couple of years ago. Result was viewers thought around 16 minutes was a good length for each video. Regards, John. NZ.

[@SailingABSea]

Hi Lynne, we'd have to second what John says. We asked our viewers a while ago how long they wanted our videos to be and the general agreement was between 15 and 20 mins. But sometimes they're a little shorter or longer, it all depends on the story being told.

[@1958pobs]

I know I seem to be in the minority 😕 that’s why I shall have to save them up, also I’m sure it’s not fun for you guys to make them longer, I know it’s a lot of work. Just happy there is what there is 🎉

[@SailingABSea]

We'll try and do a Christmas special long episode.

[@johnlord7854]

@@SailingABSea Dont even think about Christmas - It's only June !!! More important things to plan - like sailing the Mediterranean :)

[@sarascott2217]

Great to see u out sailing again looking forward to watching your journey

[@SailingABSea]

Thanks Sara and thank you for following our journey.

[@shelleyelder7847]

That is Beautiful, you both look so relaxed 😎

[@SailingABSea]

Thanks Shelley. 😃

[@murraywestenskow2896]

You teased me with the dwelling on the island. I wonder how old it was - when was it abandoned - and how cool it must have been in its hey-day. That food looked really good - and that ekmek looked wonderful.

[@SailingABSea]

Didn't mean to tease Murray, there was no information about the island or why and when it was abandoned. Fantastic craftsmanship though. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@sussexman818]

Great video guys, been following you now for a while, keep it up it gives me my fix until I can get back out there. Did a north to south Ionian flotilla last year and fell in love with the place, hoping to be back next year. Currently living in Lanzarote but are selling our villa so I can get out there and start looking at yachts, maybe bump into you somewhere and I buy you two a beer! Your videos are great for the tech stuff I am very hands on so I love to see you climbing in all the holes to get cables through very useful 👍

[@SailingABSea]

(Baz) Hi Paul, I lived in Tenerife for 10 years from 1986. Looking forward to sailing back there in the next couple of years. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@johnlord7854]

Great to see you easing into the 2019 season :)

[@SailingABSea]

We do try to 'ease' as much as possible. In real time, last night was a sleepless night in Lipsi as you'll find out in a future video. All good now though, we moved to a different anchorage, we'll sleep soundly tonight.

[@johnlord7854]

@@SailingABSea Yes, Facebook and Instagram keep me up to date with where you are, and what you are up to :) Oh no, sorry to hear that. Hope you do get a much better sleep tonight :) Cold and wet here in NZ ! Still enjoyed watching Katie play Netball this afternoon, even in the rain !!! Really looking forward to getting back to Marmaris soon :)

[@SailingABSea]

Winter in NZ is not my idea of fun, Mamaris awaits John. Cheers.

[@bedirhanozdemir7989]

Hey guys! Hello from Canada! Watching your videos and love em... Subscribed!

[@SailingABSea]

Hey Bedirhan, we're so glad that you're enjoying our videos and thanks for subscribing.

[@stuegor]

Looks like the 2019 sailing season is off to a great and enjoyable start. Thanks for sharing.

[@SailingABSea]

Hey Mr G, things are going great, these were some very attractive anchorages.

[@thadelmore282]

Great video as always. Told a boatful of friends about your channel, hope each one will be a boat owner, and subscribed to your site.

[@SailingABSea]

Hey Thad, thanks for spreading the word, it's really appreciated.

[@andybrands1883]

lovin your posts guys just awesome!!Ansh its better on the bottom than in the locker ..fnarrfnarr, Fair wind from the rear guys xxxxx

[@SailingABSea]

We're glad that you get our sense of humour. Baz's wind is always from the rear. LOL

[@picbidervis]

küçük kargı köyü means small lance village :)))

[@picbidervis]

Ouchhh if it finishes with koyu it means, small lance bay.

[@SailingABSea]

Thanks for that M.K. We are always trying to learn the meaning and pronunciation of the places we visit. 👍

[@greggreen6532]

Can you give us a run down on your electronic devices and their prices and uses. Thanks. Stay happy; we're counting on you!

[@SailingABSea]

Hi Greg, most of the navigational equipment was already installed when we bought A B Sea so we have no idea of their cost. We have everything a yacht needs to navigate, a chart plotter, wind speed and direction indicator, depth sounder, compass and GPS. Cheers.

[@greggreen6532]

@@SailingABSea Thanks. Could you list the manufacturers so I could look up the prices. I'm fitting out a boat, stripped down, and want to get my "to buy" list in order. "Love you guys. Beer o'clock. Classic.

[@MikeSmith-ek6mc]

Just started following you two and your living the dream. Out of interest what is your average monthly cost to run boat and live out there. You may of already done video on this but I’m only up to when you first arrive in Greece. Thanks

[@SailingABSea]

Hi Michael, that's a how long is a piece of string question. However we have made 2 dedicated videos to onboard costs. They are titled 'Expenses February 2019' and 'Expenses March 2019'. Prepare yourself for a bit of insanity. Some people didn't like the way we presented boring facts and figures. 😆

[@paulevans7876]

Sour sense of humour - you were the extra two ruins!! :-)

[@SailingABSea]

😆 We get ya, thanks Paul.

[@ongandemirarslan2265]

beer o'clock? You funny aus ....:)

[@SailingABSea]

It's always beer o'clock somewhere. 🍻

[@okanbirer5867]

Great anchorages! Did you also pay for the buoy and how much/day, if you paid? Sail safe! 🍻⛵️

[@SailingABSea]

We 'paid' for the buoy by having dinner in the restaurant and a few beers the next day. Cheers.

[@colinbeattie6826]

Can I ask how much you paid for the mooring ball overnight stay ? Warm regards Cal

[@johnlord7854]

Usually if you eat at their Restaurant, you get free mooring for the night :)

[@SailingABSea]

Yep Colin, what John said. You can anchor there too for free, but we were going to be eating at the restaurant anyway so we took the mooring ball.

[@shotarahatze2064]

Haven't seen the captain tasting Efes or Tuborg for some time. Quit consuming medicines?

[@SailingABSea]

Hey Shota, there will be more Efes drinking in future videos. Baz doesn't like Tuborg. 🍻

[@paulevans7876]

A small island with a few ruins on it, plus two......

[@SailingABSea]

(Baz) Not sure what you're inferring there Paul, Maybe the camera didn't get my best angle.