While Envoy is in Lefkas Marina, Greece, we are home in Auckland, New Zealand planning to return to Greece early April to commence cruising by late April.
Envoy is of course being well cared for in our absence and we're confident that despite what our friends joke about, we won't find several families of refugees camped aboard.
Destination 3: Simi Island
Where is it: Just five miles off Turkey's south-west coast between the villages of Datca and Bozborun.
How long is required to enjoy here: Five days
Brief outline: Let your mind conjure up images of the perfect Greek island and Symi is the reality with a delightful small harbour surrounded by tavernas, quirky shops and multi-coloured traditional buildings in various states of condition ranging from rustic to derelict.
Further south is the protected anchorage of Panormittis where a large interesting monastery opens to the public.
Map of Simi shows there are many sheltered anchorages
Must do: Take a leisurely walk up the steep cobbled lane leading to the hilltop behind Simi to visit the atmospheric church with its icons and enjoy stunning views of the harbour and island. It's a tough upward walk so break it stopping at shops and tavernas along the way. It's easier coming back down then reward yourself with a cold beer at one of the many Simi harbourside tavernas.
The narrow lanes of Simi
Looking down on Simi's harbour from behind the hilltop church
Definitely better back downhill
The monastery at Panormittis
Being so close to Turkey many cruisers visit Simi to purchase difficult-to-buy-in-Turkey items such as bacon, pork and different varieties of wines. We also found our favourite Lambs Navy Rum at Euro 11 per bottle. Simi harbour can be crowded and is subject to wash from large ferries. If you berth there it's generally required to clear-in to Greece, so many cruisers popping over from Turkey elect to anchor at nearby Pedhi and walk or catch a bus to Simi itself. Pedhi also has a shop and good taverna.
Envoy (right) with the first Nordhavn built - FrogKiss in Pedhi
Ashore at Pedhi
Destination 3: Simi Island
Where is it: Just five miles off Turkey's south-west coast between the villages of Datca and Bozborun.
How long is required to enjoy here: Five days
Brief outline: Let your mind conjure up images of the perfect Greek island and Symi is the reality with a delightful small harbour surrounded by tavernas, quirky shops and multi-coloured traditional buildings in various states of condition ranging from rustic to derelict.
Further south is the protected anchorage of Panormittis where a large interesting monastery opens to the public.
Map of Simi shows there are many sheltered anchorages
Must do: Take a leisurely walk up the steep cobbled lane leading to the hilltop behind Simi to visit the atmospheric church with its icons and enjoy stunning views of the harbour and island. It's a tough upward walk so break it stopping at shops and tavernas along the way. It's easier coming back down then reward yourself with a cold beer at one of the many Simi harbourside tavernas.
The narrow lanes of Simi
Looking down on Simi's harbour from behind the hilltop church
Definitely better back downhill
The monastery at Panormittis
Being so close to Turkey many cruisers visit Simi to purchase difficult-to-buy-in-Turkey items such as bacon, pork and different varieties of wines. We also found our favourite Lambs Navy Rum at Euro 11 per bottle. Simi harbour can be crowded and is subject to wash from large ferries. If you berth there it's generally required to clear-in to Greece, so many cruisers popping over from Turkey elect to anchor at nearby Pedhi and walk or catch a bus to Simi itself. Pedhi also has a shop and good taverna.
Envoy (right) with the first Nordhavn built - FrogKiss in Pedhi
Ashore at Pedhi
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