I definitely know bad service when I get it and now I know the opposite. Stella Maris is top-notch. Cruise Go Deep Travel . -there will be two couple. I was on a British Flagged boat so even though I’m American the officials didn’t really care. Furthermore, all the areas that cater to sailors shut up for the winter. Hi Kim. (I think they’re called Imran…I put all our pilots in storage as we’re not in the Med). We are very excited and just getting our boat ready for our last uk season, we have a Jeanneau 49i which we love and whilst we have been very tempted to upgrade to a moody 54 or a chap is selling an oyster 61 near us, we have decided to keep the cash in the bank until we know if we will like it or not, we are obviously chickens!! These Mediterranean Islands are rich in history and culture. In particular, those hoping to dive Ibiza and Formentera can choose between a week-long itinerary, five days, or for those with a tight schedule, just a weekend.. Liveaboards to the Canary Islands are usually around a week long, given the time to sail between Tenerife and La Gomera. Living Aboard A Boat In The Mediterranean During The Winter What S . Great news that you have a ‘GO Date’! I was wondering about winter on a boat, since we are planning to eventually live on a boat permanently in the future and there you go – you just answered a lot of my questions We have just passed our exam for Inland Skipper, next year we are focusing on getting Yacht Skipper qualifications and eventually we are hoping to become Yacht master so we can not only sail on our own boat but take people who would like to sail with us Your blog is so informative!!! When the next season starts, you simply tie the halyard or sheet (ropes) onto the mousing lines and pull them back into place. They even invited me over to their berth to enjoy a demonstration! I was shocked when we sailed state-side and couldn’t find anything remotely as good as the Imran guides. With a nice supply of water from the jetty, we’ll fill up our tanks with a hose whenever we need it. Kids grown up and I’m quite happy plodding along by myself. If you are not into taking paying customers could you please let me know if you know of others who do? That means that it’s important to run your air conditioning and freezer even if you’re not using it. Help. h�b```f``�c`a`�v`�g@ ~�r4��?Y$���p>1����;<2�VsV�9�fH��뛝� Big smiles. Just keep visualising/imagining how great your new adventure will be and that will give you energy to keep going. Thanks for the great blog! She thinks the Med is better. Carrer Benito Jerónimo Feijóo, 2 . 62 0 obj <> endobj Good Luck to the 3 of you, keep up the good work and for me reading all about your travels. Egypt is particularly popular, where enthusiastic divers could combine a week’s diving in the Med with a Red Sea Liveaboard adventure. I am thinking about buying a boat in Spain to live on permanently. Big smiles, Kim. Just came upon your blog while searching out live aboard living.I purchased a 23 meter Gulet in December 2013 and renovated it in Turkey , finally almost finished with renovation so it does not look as much like a Gulet. Some travel far – perhaps around the world and some have spent 15 years just sailing in the same area. Liveaboards in Italy offer peace and tranquillity in the Mediterranean. It’s a win-win for everyone. Liveaboard diving in Greece is the best way to explore the marine treasures of the Mediterranean Sea. I assumed that people either sailed around the Mediterranean all winter or left their boats there and flew home. We are super excited that we can finnaly see the light at the end of the tunnel. And when I took our daughter to see if I could get her into a pre-school I found success. Explore the underwater environments of Italy, Greece and the Azores. Hey Fran! I am a single woman of 70 years of age I love to deep dive with scuba gear. The idea of the marina life is quite exciting….. I’ve got a Benneteau Oceanis 323 which may be a little smaller than I’d like but would like to hear your views of what life is like…. My daughter has a pre-school to go to and there’s even a child drop-off indoor play gym! We are currently in Preveza in the Ionian. THE ETHNOGRAPHIC FRAMEWORK: LIVEABOARDS IN THE MEDITERRANEAN4 Paul Mckissick, Hey Paul! All we need is a basic (safe) sail boat and with two cabins and a skipper. And if you’d like a breakdown of all the places we’ve visited while sailing the Mediterranean please read our destination overview: Sailing The Mediterranean. It would definitely be great to meet up. Have you looked into that? Generally, liveaboards keep their boat in the water for the majority of the winter only to have it hauled out for necessary out-of-water work. Only recently opened to recreational diving, scuba divers in Greece will discover a pristine and prolific underwater seafaring history. As far as winterizing goes, we ‘wintered’ our water maker as we’ll have no use for it for the six months. Diners Club, credit and debit cards. This huge roll-on ferry sunk on its maiden voyage in … Leaving England soon for Spain and deciding between land or boat. When you find a company as professional, dedicated, kind, knowledgeable, efficient, and fair on prices us boaties need to spread the word and therefore that’s what I’m doing now. Just found out that Italy only allows you to stay up to 6 months before you must apply for a one year residency. I always had this idea that the majority are in late retirement, I.e. Liveaboard Trips in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. We used the Imran pilot guides for the Med. Transactions are performed via a SSL server to ensure Sorry, iPad made me press button before finished… I was trying to say we have found your blog fascinating as we are on a similar road. to read my review. We’re surrounded by a group of about 50 other boaties that are likeminded and spending the winter here too. My family is considering moving to Italy and in a house boat. Almost mythical in reputation, the Galapagos Islands are on nearly every diver’s wish list. We were living aboard a boat in the Mediterranean and getting great service. Many of our friends at Marina di Ragusa are younger. Ive looked at plenty of websites showing gulets for sale and you really can get a lot for your money and some of the larger boats are going cheaper than the smaller boats. Living aboard a boat in the Mediterranean was going to work great for us. Sailing this spring/summer/fall and would like to be there for more than three months. Both my husband and I cannot recommend the Stella Maris team enough. I will find myself in Barcelona Spain on the 23rd of September with no plans until October 21st of 2016 See new points of view different paths, alternative ways of life , to be present openig all your senses, how to repare whatever, and learn all you want about the sailing world! On Board Viking Star The Luxury Ship That Will Change Your Mind. Any ideas to find the best rate? We have put together a list of the ten best places to go diving in the Mediterranean to discover on your next luxury yacht charter. Two members of the Stella Maris team helping us prepare for winter – taking sails off. Bordered by the Aegean, the Ionian and the Mediterranean Seas, Greece is quickly becoming a scuba diving hot spot. Many thanks…Mark and Amanda F. Hey Mark and Amanda. Regards Marilyn Guilford NZ, Thank you for the feedback Marilyn! She doesn’t want to leave her dog. Sailing The Greek Ionian Islands – Where To Go!? Also, have the engine tick over in forward to make sure the shaft moves. I thought we’d come across a lot of retired people but it seems many of them are part-time sailors – they have parents they need to take care of or grandchildren they want to be home with. In the Mediterranean, most liveaboards find a ‘home’ marina to live in over the winter months. I’ve come to realize that there are those that live on land during the winter and only use their boat in the Mediterranean for holidays or during the summer. My question is, as a newbie, do I purchase a big boat right away for the extra space or start small and progressively upsize. Hello Kim and Simon, All the best Excellent visibility and calm waters make for stunning, relaxing diving. The Mediterranean Jimb Sail. Single bloke (50) thinking of motoring through France and living in the Med for…..!?. Your best bet is to do a Google search and see what you can find Smiles, Kim, Loved reading this , very informative. K. We help people to take the exciting leap from living on land to becoming full time live-aboard sailors. Me unraveling the knots holding the reefing lines to the boom. 93 0 obj <>stream 1960... yachtworld.co.uk . Note: For information about sailing in the Mediterranean rather than wintering, read this instead: Sailing in the Mediterranean. I’ve never had a boat in Spain…perhaps you can ask a FB or other cruiser group in the Mediterranean? Find a local canoe kayak motorboat seadoo or other watercraft in ontario on kijiji canadas 1 local classifieds. I am looking for the cheapest live aboard for a week out of Crete in early June. There’s often a reason why bigger boats cost less…they’re super difficult to sell. Did major repairs to the hull replacing a lot of the wood planks and added 5 feet to the back deck.I have 5 staterooms all with bathrooms w7shower. Partially converted to sea going liveaboard, previously coded for charter angling Priced to sell as owner does not have time to dedicate to the vessel. Join us for a week aboard a sexy new monohull or catamaran as you learn how to sail and earn your ASA certifications (ASA 101, 103, 104 and 114 are offered). By the way, I am American. I know this is an old post but wondered if you know any way around the 90 day rule for staying in the Med without a visa for North Americans? This morning I had a lovely conversation with a Dutch couple about the best brand of slow cooker. To my surprise we come across many people the same age as us (I’m 40 and Sim is getting closer to 50). The site YachtWorld.com is a well-known brokerage site, with many listings from Europe and Turkey. And if you want to see me experience a Sicilian Fishing trip, watch this video: Come fishing with me on a traditional Sicilian fishing boat‘. The generator also needs to be turned on and loaded up (turn lots of things on) for a few minutes. The photos were of our daughter, Sienna, having fun, smiling, and laughing. ��G�����5:��MM�5��� a �q�K��|62����Y�4�+l��vgBfi?#���W� Hi all! For example, mainland Spain is mild and sunny, while the Ionian Islands of Greece are wet and cold. Thus far Greece and Turkey seem to be the least expensive at around €2,500, Sicily comes in at €3,200, Spain is around the €5,000 and we were quoted €9,000 for Malta. An amazing place to embark on your own sailing journey. Really got me thinking of doing the same but have no experience on a sail boat but spent over 20 years at sea in all weathers as part of my previous job. We intend to do 2 to 3 years in the med before heading over the pond then follow our nose until boredom kicks in or money runs out. 42' Sea coral 425 1992 . The Red Sea is one of the most popular and most affordable destinations for scuba diving in the world. Our all-inclusive liveaboard swim-sail cruise holiday in Southern Turkey offers you an incredible open water swimming experience, sailing and exploring in some of the best parts of the warm Mediterranean sea. These prices are for a 56’, include the full six months but do not include water and electricity. What a great article! The impressive berthing facilities include power and drinking water, high-speed Wi-Fi and TV connection, concierge service, 24/7 CCTV, and security personnel. Apparently, in a marina, you’re not really part of the country you’re in. 0034-971-676-845. The boat broker we have worked with says the Caribbean is great if you like palm trees. By removing your sails, you reduce the amount of resistance to the wind that you get so the boat won’t blow around as much. Your underwater adventures can include: Wreck safari, ship wrecks lost in time; Breathtaking wall diving; Stone Reefs; Caverns within the legendary Greek alight and atmospheric caves Sea coral 425 cruiser for sale. I’ll write more about them later and include some of the amazing new skills that they’ve taught us. It seems you have been in and about the Caribbean for some time subject to a stint enjoying the barnacle infestation in Carolina. Every time I talk with liveaboards the world seems to open up more and more. There’s a beach to the east that stretches as far as the eye can see. Hi Kim, Why Mallorca? Sounds like you have been a lot of places and have a lot of experience with live aboard. We have read about the winter storms and heavy winds. We’re calling Marina di Ragusa, Sicily, ‘home’ for winter and I think we made the right choice! It has been our dream to become livaboards for at leSt double that.. We have a 17 year old son who,is off to join Merchant Navy in 2016, so our GO date is 1st August 2016 when we finally set sail in our recently purchased 50 foot sailing boat with no fixed finish date…. I was received with a welcome smile, a bit of English, and an iPhone translation app where the teacher and I discussed options. Agios Nikolaos, Gournia, Mochlos and Vai Beach. We can’t wait to get to your neck of the woods… Big smiles , Hi Both…. Living aboard a boat in the Mediterranean is very common. Do you know if the process is as tedious as the websites say that it is. Regarding the livaboards – there is a massive mix…and I think you’ve done right by keeping the cash to extend your years of cruising! On a yearly basis the haul needs new antifouling painted on (if you don’t have CopperCoat), anodes need to be changed and a good check of the shaft, rudder, and prop areas needs to be actioned. I have dear friends that purchased a large Gulet and it’s turned into a nightmare. Why have you decided to stay in Caribbean rather than the Med? The dream is to purchase a Gulet and island hop around Turkey and Grease during the summer and moor up in a good marina during the winter period as we won’t have a onshore home to retreat to. And congratulations on your qualifications You go girl! Safe travels. These people live on their boats full time. Every Tuesday and Friday the boaties meet at one of two bars/restaurants for a drink and nibbles. I can almost feel the swells from my desk. What a relief to know that there are others still enjoying the experience of a winter in the Med. Fortunately, this is a dream that is easily fulfilled with a number of small ship cruises available in the Mediterranean Sea. Wondering what guides / pilot charts are you using? Once someone has a big boat they realize that the effort and cost to keep it going is overwhelming. As we walk to and from the boat, we’re always met with smiles and something to discuss. The owner lives inside the boatyard. Furthermore, the ropes all need a very good wash with fresh water and to be stowed away for next season. including France, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Cyprus, Croatia Small ropes, called mousing lines, are used to replace the ropes that go up the mast and through all the fittings. It is specifically designed to cater for superyachts and larger vessels. Crete is one of my favorite spots. It has been proven to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke and also to slow down the aging process. Liveaboard Diving in Greece. Hi Mark and Amanda! £69,995 . Social media, facebook link Social media, twitter link Social media, instagram link Social media, linkedin link. These seasonal sailors almost always have their boat pulled out of the water and stored on the hard over the winter season. Additionally, they talk about goods for sale or wanted items, any medical issues, lost and found, and upcoming social events. If so, it would be great to meet up with you. I am inclined to see it all. Choose between dining in the cool, climate-controlled dining room or take advantage of open-air dining on deck. Enjoy the journey Kim. We have our home with us, access to excellent facilities, and much more. Hey Mora…I was led to believe that you can get an extension. zˬ)� ��B��ꆊ(N��̨�R1�BAM�0�����U�̩��6�&^�4�;��y��9��x� �7�� +9|���L�z�×��'�.�Q��qEsc�b�lԱ�mҾ�tQ�Ed��(���yY,iOohP��e�]��N��?�>��@0�`����.�1��>����'tJ4�`t!0v1g?Zu0lo���;�����T�ayѻTQ%zu���D�io�ޙ�~ֺ�M{���β��btg��}���5Mqţ�ˈF�����K���F���go�7]_vZ]X8�h����&��]�*ګ�Q#�� L�>ޕ@%w�M���;T���^U�Z�� Most cruisers leave their yacht in a protected berth or on the hard and fly home for the wint… Look forward to breakfast to renew your energy, then we will go to another village called Selimiye where we will go onto land and explore for an hour or so. You also protect the sails from the damaging UV rays. ��8-����Ϟ�� �T� Mediterranean Yachts. I can’t wait to meet up with you . Liveaboard diving and sailing holidays are the way to truly immerse yourself in the Cyclades Islands. Smiles, Kim. There are three options for full-time liveaboards in the winter: secure a six-month deal in a marina; haul the boat out; or keep sailing. The low season typically runs between October and April. These two locations offer vastly different experiences each a world class dive destination. It last snowed yesterday! And during our stay in Rethymno Marina, Crete I discovered that our neighbors winter their boat and themselves in Egypt! On a full board basis, you will enjoy delicious Mediterranean cuisine during your dinners and lunches on board the boat while the tide ebbs and flows below you. Might have to confine ourselves to a non-member country. The food is incredible and the diet is often regarded as the healthiest in the world. We are currently looking at boats around the 1990 to 2004 as these seem to need slightly less maintenance than older boats and there are quite a few in our budget. Divers will find great flexibility in diving liveaboards to Spain. Not only do other liveaboards join in but so do the locals! They’ve taken to the sea full time and live a somewhat nomadic life moving slowly or quickly from one destination to another. For example, every pump needs to run on a weekly basis. It’s not just your wallet that could benefit if you choose to live in the Mediterranean. Right! Curt. Read this article to find out what living aboard a boat in the Mediterranean for winter is all about. And there are loads of retired couples that spend the full summer island hopping and then head back to land over the cooler months. And today I received an email from a boatie working on a once a month dinner event. Although I couldn’t speak Italian, I sputtered out ‘Barca’ (boat) and did my six fingers for months added with a ‘Auito’ (help). The Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea begone divers from Europe and elsewhere to come explore their waters. 07181 . For example, most boats remove their sails, halyards, and sheets (all the ropes). Report. I have a guide coming out about how to find RIGHT boat for you…that might be a good one for you to read. Do you intend to stay in the Caribbean or move to another location. Is there any way you could email me? Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB 3 Days 2 Nights Similan Liveaboard Diving Similan Richelieu. The weather becomes treacherous with high winds, torrential rainfall, cold temperatures, and turbulent seas. So 1 more British winter to go.yippee…! They’re not perfect but they’re better than what you find in the Caribbean or America! That depends entirely on your budget, lifestyle, and boating preferences and it’s important to decide before you buy a boat because it’s not always easy to find liveaboard space (e.g. Woolverstone, Suffolk. If you want the full scoop about what it was like to live in Marina di Ragusa, Sicily for the winter, read my review next. You need to do this in neutral. During out-of-water work, a boater might fly off to see relatives, find a hotel, or remain on the boat using a ladder to get aboard. Are most livaboards on heavy displacement boats or is it a broader mix? I’m not sure what charter companies operate from there. ��6�s��I��Y�]���\�&�*:���F����d��d � S����%���$��Q8�2���9Hs��g�����-���V�O��~"�^@��``����X R�G We are looking preferably for volunteers with experience in working with tools! hello do you take passengers? The shipwreck of MS Zenobia is consistently voted one of the best dive sites in the world, and is certainly the most surreal underwater experience to be had in Mediterranean waters. Pumps cease up if they’re not used regularly. Our daughter, Sienna, with our new marina door fob and marina hat. I’m truly a nomad and love it. Moving on, after all the preparation tasks are taken care of, it’s then time to create a weekly/bi-weekly/monthly routine to ensure that the boat stays in good condition. We are taking our boat down to Puerto Calero in Lanzarotti, our favourite marina in the canaries, good facilities, shops and restaurants lining the marina yet it still remains a largely quite area…very nice balance, next August, so we can spend our first winter in the canaries before pushing east into the med in April 2017. That’s how I feel thus far about ‘wintering’ in the Mediterranean. Come fishing with me on a traditional Sicilian fishing boat, Sailing Sicily to Corfu Via Mainland Italy. the liveaboard phenomenon, in this article we will focus on the ethnographic details of liveaboards in the Mediterranean, contextualizing them within lifestyle migration theory, which I claim is the most suitable theoretical framework for understanding the phenomenon. Sailing, Liveaboard Life, Guides, Checklists, Vlog & More! Europe may not be the first destination that comes to mind when thinking about liveaboard diving, but there’s plenty of ocean to cover. We are in the U.K. and are planning to liveaboard around the Mediterranean and maybe one day cross the Atlantic and head down to the Carribean. Best thing to do is email me directly on Kim@SailingBritican.com. Cheers Desi, That’s great news Desi! If you would like to get in touch or having any questions, here are our details. Where is the best place to live on a liveaboard? The boatyard Petros Marinos (Boat Club) boatyard is safe, cheap and well organized. 10 Best Croatia Liveaboard Snorkeling Trips. Most of the liveaboards that I’ve met do not have homes in their native land. The minimal costs involved and the freedom is swaying me to the sea. It’s time to grab your best dry snorkel.If you are looking for some of the best snorkeling destinations, you have come to the right place.Check out our top 10 for the best snorkeling liveaboards in Croatia and start dreaming about your next trip with the help of these Croatia small boat cruises reviews. The latest Mediterranean dive resort and liveaboard reviews filed by divers from Undercurrent. They can’t run the boat with two people…they can’t keep it up and now, after a year, they can’t sell it. This moves the saltwater through the engine and gets the oil to splash around a bit. This is wonderful. Instead of winterizing, or shutting down the boat, they shut down bits of it and do a variety of tasks to ensure the winter is as comfortable as possible. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Hey Wendy, my email is Kim@SailingBritican.com – I’m around two weeks backlogged with emails so it might take me a while to write you back but if you list your questions I’ll do my best to answer them as soon as I can. Reduced price 30+ days ago. It is one of the more recent to be built in the Mediterranean. Thank you so much for your comments Monika! Everything there may cost more, but maybe it's worth it. I watched your video and I loved your courage and I would love to hear more of your adventures what a lovely way to raise your beautiful daughter; Hi Ho to your skipper..; Hey Christine – yes, we take guests! 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