The adventures of Yacht Flirtie

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Greek mainland, Preveza

the remnants of a heavy duty net

Unfortunately it was time to return back to civilization because we were running low on gas, water, fresh food, fuel for the outboard and there was a pile of laundry to deal with. Our return trip back to...

Greek mainland, Ambracian Gulf - Ormos Agiou Marcou

an extremely secluded and tranquil spot

Our final anchorage in the Ambracian Gulf saw us motor 8 miles north west to anchor in the bay of Ormos Agiou Marcou, located just around the corner from Vonitsa. It offered excellent protection...

Greek mainland, Ambracian Gulf - Ormos Rougas

the wide bay of Ormos Rougas

Our next anchorage was Ormos Rougas located on the southern shores of the gulf, just 5 miles east of Vontisa. The wide sweeping bay had a quiet road running along its shoreline which separated the tree lined...

Greek mainland, Ambracian Gulf - Ormos Koprainis

Kopriana lighthouse, built on manure!

Our next journey took us to the far corner of the Gulf approximately 12 miles away in a NE direction. With only 3 knots of wind we decided to see if it was possible to sail in such a light wind...

Greek mainland, Ambracian Gulf - Vonitsa

the beautiful islet of Koukoumitsa

The Ambracian Gulf is a surprisingly large area, approximately 25 miles long by 9 miles wide and totally surrounded by mountains. It's one of the largest enclosed gulfs in Greece and of significant...