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Blue Journey
A unique Sailing Experience, an
adventure lasting for thirty five years... |
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In 50's, a prominent Turkish author and
researcher
Cevat Sakir
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introduced to Bodrum (Halicarnassus), the lovely town at the south-west
coast of Turkey where the Mediterranean and the Aegean Sea meet, that is
when he fell in love with its beauty and history.
He wrote letters to friends and companions about the region, and the
historical facts and legends of the region were very often told in his
books.
And after about twenty years, the friends of Cevat Sakir began to visit Bodrum
and experience the first adventure of "Blue Journey" by traditional
Turkish wooden motor-sail boats (Gulets) from there following the steps of
Cevat Sakir on the legendary "Blue Route".
There after, the name of Cevat Sakir he become "The
Fisherman of Halicarnassus"
and the name of adventure "Blue
Journey"
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Blue Route: Bodrum - Datca
- Bozburun - Marmaris - Fethiye - Kas - Kemer - Antalya |
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Gulets; Traditional Turkish Motor-Sail
Yachts |
Once used by local fishermen and sponge divers, Turkish
Gulets are gracious and elegant motor-sail boats hand crafted of wood in
traditional style and now designed specially for charter sailing.
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Gulets, unlike most yachts, range from 15 to 35 meter
can accommodate from 4 to 20 persons in spacious double cabins which have ensuite shower and/or bathroom. |
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All Gulets offer CD players and some have DVD, TV and
Internet facilities available, and many have air-conditioning in each cabin
enabling you to control your cabin temperature far maximum comfort. |
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Crew's quarters are completely separate with own entrance.
Although Gulets are rigged as sailing boats, they generally make use of
engine power.
However there are favorable winds, it is possible to set the sails and enjoy
the soft Mediterranean breeze.. |
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Life on Board |
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Good sailing, good food with good friends in a relaxed
atmosphere - this is what chartered sailing is all about.
The opportunity to cruise and explore some of the most beautiful
locations in the world at a pace that can control an enjoy.
A Sail Away vacation abroad a Gulet can be as relaxing or as energetic as
you choose. |
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You can leave everything to your captain and crew or join in the running of
the boat. Depending on the boat you will find a variety of activities such
as windsurfing water skiing, snorkeling and fishing.
If you just want to relax, then you can spend most of your time sunbathing,
reading, swimming and enjoying the delicious Turkish Mediterranean cuisine. |
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Food on Board |
The crew on board prepare all the meals for you and use the freshest local
ingredients, salads, fresh fish, barbequed meet and a large selection of
fresh fruits.
Just sit back , relax in the sunshine . The crew will do shopping,
cooking and clearing.
If you prefer to dine out on one of the many costal restaurants, we can
recommend the best in the area. |
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What do you need on Board |
Turkish Gulets are your own personal hotel at
sea and dress code is entirely at your discretion. However we list below an
example if the items you might need;
T-Shirts, bathing suits, deck shoes or surf shoes], casual evening wear.
beach towels, sun glasses, a sun hat, CD's torch, sun block and books to
read or games to play... |
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The Crew |
There is no need to be an experienced
yachtsman to charter a Gulet. The capable , cordial and hospitable crew will
make you feel that you are on your own private yacht,
and will take care to never disturb your privacy. All are experienced in
their filed and have completed competence and safety courses to ensure a
carefree relaxing Blue Journey
experience... |
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Private Gulet Charter |
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For the vacation a lifetime hire a Gulet just
for you, your family and your friends. Together with the captain design your
own route, stopping wherever you want to go, whether a secluded bay or a
vibrant coastal town. The decisions are yours, the route, the food,
the activities, tailor made to your group.. |
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Cabin Charter |
If you can not find a group to charter an
entire Gulet why not just charter a cabin?
Sailing with 10-16 other people, with your own cabin and ensuite shower /
bathroom.
Make friends as you sail the beautiful Mediterranean coastline. |
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Luxury Yachts |
M/S Kaptan Kadir, M/S Ariva-3, M/S Bahriyeli-A,
M/S Bahriyeli-B, M/S Bahriyeli-C
M/S Nurten-A, M/S Koca Aga-1 and M/S Koca Aga-2 our luxury yachts are
of a very high
specification and have numeriouse extras to offer you the vacation of a
lifetime.
Fully air-conditioned, TV, DVD, internet access and a variety of water
sports, water-ski, jet ski, windsurf... |
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When to Sail? |
The season in the south-west of Turkey starts
in May and ends in November.
June and September are hot enough to tan without burning, but for those
wanting to swim at any time of the day or night, July and August are the
hottest months. July and August although hot, you can almost put your watch
right by the breeze that cools down the hot day that starts around midday
until about 5 p.m.- a welcome relax.
May and October are still sunny months and the sea is still warm right to
the end of October. |
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Sail to the Greek Islands |
Our Gulets can sail wherever you want,
including visiting the Greek Islands and Cyprus.
If you have the time - we can get you there !
Below you will find some examples which have proved popular with our guests.
If you want a different route, we will do our best to accommodate you;
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One-Week Journey: Marmaris - Rhodes -
Simi - Datca - Marmaris
Two-Week Journey: Marmaris - Rhodes - Simi - Tilos - Nissiros - Kos -
Patmos -
Bodrum - Marmaris
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Some Popular Blue Journey Routes: |
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BJ-101: MARMARIS FETHIYE MARMARIS / 7
DAYS
BJ-102: MARMARIS KNIDOS MARMARIS / 7
DAYS
BJ-103: MARMARIS RHODES SIMI DATCA
MARMARIS / 7 DAYS
BJ-104: MARMARIS - RHODES - SIMI - TILOS
- NISSIROS - KOS - PATMOS - BODRUM - MARMARIS / 14 DAYS
BJ-105: MARMARIS KEKOVA MARMARIS /
14 DAYS
BJ-106: MARMARIS ANTALYA or ANTALYA
MARMARIS / 14 DAYS
BJ-107: MARMARIS BODRUM MARMARIS or
BODRUM - MARMARIS BODRUM / 14 DAYS |
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A Blue Journey Experience
by Michael Monnet, 1998 |
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