SAILING ITINERARY: Turkey - Charter Yacht Mira

The charter yacht Mira, a 70-foot sloop, has sent us a sample itinerary for a sailing vacation in Turkey. They also give a brief description for a Greek alternative...

Turkish Waters Itinerary

Board in Gocek, Turkey, just 15 minutes from Dalaman Airport

Day One
Welcome aboard! When you’re ready we slip the mooring lines and head out into Skopea Limani. After a short sail we drop anchor off one of the many stunning islands for a refreshing swim and light lunch. Afternoon sail south to Sarsila, a bay with pine trees down to the water’s edge. Anchor for the night with a stern line ashore, clear water and Turkish taverns ashore.

Day Two
Leave Sarsala after breakfast to sail north to the island of Yassica for lunch and a swim. After lunch, sail east across the gulf of Fethiye to the island of Kizil and one of the best restaurants in the area, a converted light house. Dine on the cliff top with beautiful views overlooking the gulf of Fethiye.

Day Three
Sail to the Batikkaya Buku, a bay just outside of Fethiye town. A night stop option to moor in ECE marina or free swinging at anchor. Fethiye holds the best shopping opportunities of the week. Take an afternoon walk around the town or relax on Mira, your floating hotel.

Day Four
Leave Fethiye town and sail back across the Gulf of Fethiye to the crystal clear water of Regged Bay where we anchor with stern lines ashore. Regged Bay is one of the many picturesque nooks and  crannies along the outside of Skopea Limani. From Ragged Bay you can take a wonderful walk to the ruins of Lydia which date back to Byzantine times.

Day Five
From Ragged Bay sail out of the Gulf of Fethiye to Cold Water Bay, stopping on route for lunch at one of the many inlets. Cold Water Bay, one of the crew’s favourite stopovers, has a fresh water spring cooling the water.

Day Six
After breakfast a short sail round to Oludeniz, a long sandy beach offering many ‘water sports bars.’ An option for the more adventurous is paragliding from Babadag, the mountain Icarus is said to have flown from! Spend the night in Butterfly Bay with lines ashore.

Day Seven
Sail back across the gulf of Fethiye through Scopea Limani towards Gocek. Stop on route for a swim and lunch before disembarking in Gocek.

PLEASE NOTE:

The sample itinerary above is weather permitting and proposed for guests who would like to chill out with short sails to break the day up. If you would prefer longer sails, Mira suggests flying into the Greek island of Rhodos, and from there sail to Marmaris Bay, Dalaman, Skopea Limani, Coldwater Bay and disembark in Gocek. Captain Bailey is ready to accommodate your every wish -- water sports, sightseeing, shopping and more…

MIRA, a 70-foot Norlin/Sweden Yachts sloop, accommodates up to 6 guests in three ensuite cabins: 1) King aft master has an overstuffed sofa; 2) forward port guest cabin has a double bed; 3) forward starboard cabin has upper/lower singles.

We look forward to welcoming you on board S/Y MIRA

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book MIRA
View Mira's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

Charter Yacht MIRA - Cruise Greece & Turkey sailing vacations

The charter yacht MIRA, a 70-foot sloop, has just been launched after their winter maintenance and is gleaming and ready for summer Mediterranean bookings for sailing vacations in Greece and Turkey.

Charter Yacht Mira - Crewed Mediterranean Yacht Charters - Greek & Turkish Sailing Vacations

MIRA, a 70-foot Norlin/Sweden Yachts sloop, accommodates up to 6 guests in three ensuite cabins: 1) King aft master has an overstuffed sofa; 2) forward port guest cabin has a double bed; 3) forward starboard cabin has upper/lower singles.

Based in Gocek, Turkey, Argan Bailey has been on MIRA for over 8 years. He was Mira's chef for 3 years before moving up to captain. Argan grew up sailing and working alongside his mother, a well-known caterer for exclusive weddings in England. Chef Athene Macrae creates healthy and exciting menus inspired by Italian, French, Middle Eastern, Spanish, Indian and Asian cuisines. Athene uses the freshest ingredients – organic when available – and will catch, prepare and serve fish fresh from the Mediterranean on the table in minutes.

Summer 2012 Rates:

• 16,500 euros/week for up to 6 guests, plus all expenses

Sample Sailing Itinerary for Turkey: View Mira's suggested itinerary for Turkey / Greece

You deserve a wonderful vacation like this. Enjoy being pampered aboard Mira and experience the sights and sounds of the Eastern Mediterranean. Contact us!

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book MIRA
View Mira's online brochure
For more yachts, visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

Charter Yacht MIRA: New Chef

The charter yacht MIRA, a 70-foot Norlin/Sweden sloop, is pleased to introduce their delightful new chef, Athene Macrae. Athene, of British nationality, is most passionate about two things in life, culinary fare and the ocean, which makes her position on MIRA, the best of both worlds.

 Charter Yacht MIRA - Crewed Yacht Charters in the Caribbean & Eastern Mediterranean

Athene takes great pride in her ability to create healthy and exciting menus, taking inspiration from a wide variety of cuisines including Italian, French, Middle Eastern, Spanish, Indian and Asian.  She will use only the freshest ingredients available and sources organic produce wherever possible (and if you are lucky enough to be where the fish are biting, Athene will catch, prepare and serve them fresh from the Mediterranean to your dinner table!)

SAMPLE MENU

Breakfast

~ Fresh Bread straight from the oven served with a selection of local cheeses, cold meats, homemade jams, and marmalade and organic honey ~

~ A selection of cereals with fresh milk and yoghurt ~

~ Eggs cooked to your requirement ~

~ Fresh fruit salad ~

~ Freshly squeezed fruit juices ~

~ Tea/Coffee ~

Lunch

~ Grilled Zucchini and Haloumi salad served with fresh herbs and a lemon vinaigrette ~

~ Tuna carpaccio served on a bed of green salad with basil oil and toasted pine nuts ~

~ Chilled Andalucian Gazpacho with fresh bread and a selection of cheeses ~

~ Salmon and Dill fishcakes with a green bean tricol or salad with a chilli and lime dressing ~

~ Freshly made mediterranean puff pastry pizza served with a rocket and parmesan salad ~

Dinner

~ Salmon poached in white wine and herb butter with new potatoes and
green beans lightly tossed in lemon oil ~

~ Roast shoulder of lamb with caper berry sauce accompanied by
honey red peppers and creamy mashed potato ~

~ Chicken breast wrapped in prosciutto and stuffed with fresh pesto with fresh tomato sauce
accompanied by steamed spinach and pan fried courgettes ~

~ Filet of beef in peppercorn sauce served with potato gratin and braised red cabbage ~

~ Oven roasted sea bass served with green bean salad, sauteed garlic potatoes and peas ~

Desserts

~ Poached cinnamon peaches served with vanilla yogurt ~

~ Individual zesty lemon cheesecake ~

~ Apple and ginger crumble served with vanilla custard ~

~ Hot chocolate brownie served with vanilla ice cream ~

~ Baked amaretti pears served in spiced red wine syrup ~

MIRA is ON THE MOVE and available for charter this summer in the West Med (Sardinia, Corsica and the South of France) and will also consider charters in the East Med (Croatia).

Summer rates are:  Euros 16,500/week, plus expenses.

We look forward to your inquiries.

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book MIRA
View Mira's online brochure
Visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

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Charter yacht MIRA in Turkey & Eastern Med Islands

S/Y Mira is available for charters along the Turkish coast and Eastern Mediterranean islands this summer 2009.

Mira, is a fully air conditioned, 70-foot Norlin/Sweden sloop, which can accommodate up to 6 guests in 3 cabins, all with ensuite heads. The master cabin has a king size bed, there is also a cabin with a double berth, and a cabin with twin berths.

An unforgettable experience sailing along the Turkish coast and islands of the Eastern Mediterranean. Discover beautiful bays and ancient classical sites in one of the world's most beautiful sailing grounds.

RATES for Summer 2009 (plus all expenses):

• 2 guests = 16,000 euros/wk
  
• 4 guests = 17,000 euros/wk
  
• 6 guests = 18,000 euros/wk
  

Mira invites you to join their new summer sailing program in Eastern Mediterranean waters.

Or choose your own tailor-made cruise according to your preferences Mira looks forward to welcoming you on board.

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book s/v MIRA
View MIRA's online brochure
Visit our website: www.ParadiseConnections.com

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Charter Yacht MIRA in Croatia Summer 2008

Designed by Peter Norlin and Jens Ostmann and built by Sweden Yachts in 1995, MIRA, this beautiful 70-foot sloop has been meticulously maintained.



MIRA is fully air conditioned and has accommodations for six guests in three cabins each with ensuite heads. The larger master cabin aft, offers a king bed, sofa, and vanity, plus private access to the cockpit. The forward cabin to starboard has a double berth, while the port forward cabin has upper/lower single berths.

MIRA has a crew of two. The experienced and multi-talented Captain Argan Bailey has been at the helm of MIRA for a year now, prior to which he worked as chef on board for 2+ years. Chef Neslihan Ulutas, graduated from University in Turkey with a degree in Tourist Management. She began her career in yachting as a stewardess which she enjoyed very much. It was not long, however, before she realized that cooking was her true passion.

MIRA is available for charters in Croatia May through September.

RATES: Summer 2008, Croatia

• €16,000/week for 2 guests, plus all expenses
• €17,000/week for 4 guests, plus all expenses
• €18,000/week for 6 guests, plus all expenses

View MIRA's online brochures: CLICK HERE and HERE

Contact Paradise Connections for more info: CLICK HERE

Visit our web site: http://www.paradiseconnections.com