Living in a fishbowl

Hi everyone,

Berthed in a small fishing quarry on the remote island of Lipso or Lipsi. Surprisingly we have just returned from a "big fat Greek wedding" at a local seaside restaurant. Somehow, we walked into the restaurant for lunch right in the middle of the wedding and the rest is history! It was funny as no one was dressed up, one girl even had a bikini on.

The good crew of "Coorabell" have easily slipped into the relaxed Greek island lifestyle aboard. We have thoughly enjoyed the islands that we have visited so far, meeting with friendly local islanders. The islands have been picturesque with white houses painted blue doors,windows and roofs. Every few kilometres along the shore or perched on a hill is a white church with a blue roof.

Except for provisioning, we have mostly anchored at the more remote islands off the tourist trail. For the last two nights we picked up a mooring in a small bay with only five houses and two tavernas along the foreshore. Lonely Planet stated that only two families live on the island.

All alone

At Fournoi ( see photo ) I was advised by a local fisherman to up anchor and move alongsie into the quarry as it had sufficent depth for us.On entering, we berth alongside at the enterance. Secure, we poured a wine and took in the vista. However, as night fell the two leading navigation lights ( flashing red and green ) came alive, and where only five metres from us. No sleep for us that night.

In the larger ports, we berth mediterrean style of laying out the anchor and going astern into the quarry. This usually means that a taverna is only metres from our stern. With the hot climate, Kath and I spend our time aboard in the cockpit, reading,meals etc. As dusk approaches, families and lovers promenade along the seawall, its like " living in a fishbowl" but fun.

Living in a fishbowl

The positive side is that it usually cost about 5 - 6 euros a night including water and electricity. Very convenient but loss of privacy. ( Judie please note gangplank )

Will contine as do not know how to go to next page!