Freya & Us
| Vessel Name: | Freya of Wight |
| Vessel Make/Model: | Westerly Oceanranger |
| Hailing Port: | Portishead |
14 September 2022 | South Wales
Final Story
After 12 years, 8,924 miles, 376 ports of call we officially handed Freya to her new owner last night.
04 May 2022
Interactive Map
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02 May 2022 | Kos - 8,924 NM
The end of another adventure
Time to move on as we needed to drop Ian and Jess off in Kos for their flight home. There wasn't a breath of wind as we motored to Kos harbour which is very atmospheric under the old castle. It all felt very hectic in the town after a few weeks exploring the tiny, peaceful islands. We were treated to [...]
24 April 2022 | Lakki, Leros - 8,914 NM
Stunning Aegean
It was 11 miles to Skala Patmos and an amazing broad reach sail all the way (almost!) - definitely what it's all about. The sea could've been flatter but it was as expected after the high winds. We went side to on the quay with a Finnish boat where it was very flat and peaceful, especially after the [...]
11 April 2022 | Lipsoi - 8,776 NM
At last, we’re off!
And finally we were ready to go! The engine started first turn, we let off the lines and left Samos marina. We've loved our extended stay on Samos but we're not sorry to leave the marina which is very is unprofessionally run. We were joined on our first trip for ages by dolphins just outside Pythagorio. [...]
07 April 2022 | Samos, 8,735NM
Very stressful final preparations
The engine was removed very efficiently and with great respect for the boat. It was taken to Zlatco's workshop for further investigation! They returned an hour or so later to clean up - very impressive and the engine bay has never looked so clean and shiny! It was very traumatic watching Freya having [...]
A Very Sociable Return
It was lovely to be back in the sunshine and exploring the now familiar Preveza. We spent a lot of time reading pilot books and debating whether to head north, to Croatia or south, to the Peloponese after a trip to Nidri to catch up with family and friends. We decided in the end to go south as we didn't really have enough time to do Montenegro and Croatia justice before the winter. All cleaning, recommissioning and shopping done a storm arrived and so we stayed a couple more days!
While in Preveza and in preparation for L's Atlantic crossing this winter, we took an off shore first aid kit list to a pharmacy as all medical things are so much cheaper here. They were really helpful and we collected it before leaving at less than half the price of the packaged kit! We headed off for the 13:00 bridge (boat) swing in Lefkas - only to discover (along with a dozen other boats) there isn't a swing at 13:00 and so we dropped the hook and had lunch while we waited. Once through the canal we sailed with just the jib at up to 6knts to Nidri and anchored in Tranquil Bay - which really was quite tranquil this time.
Then followed a very social few days. We started by meeting Arran (L's nephew) in the wine bar followed by a gyros. We then went to find Josie (L's cousin) and her boyfriend for a drink. The following evening we had drinks with Rob and Beccs from Miss Chips followed by another gyros. After 2 nights in Nidri we motor sailed to the small island of Kalamos, explored the very pretty village and then had dinner with Arran who was working there. Finally to Ay Efimia to meet friends, Andy and Jan who just happened to be here on holiday staying in a villa with with amazing views over the bay. Phew! I think we need to relax for a few days.........
The link to our map seems to be stopping people leaving comments on the blog, so I've removed it from these posts for now. I will be keeping it up to date so simply go to one of the special map only posts and click the link there to see it
