Woke early, lots of swell overnight, uncomfortable really didn't imagine it would be this bad. Caught the local bus to Chora!!! €1.80 each, each way. Not a long journey but unmanageable on foot, quite a climb! Pretty island but quiet, only a couple of towns here. What a sweet village, a central square with large tree surrounded by paving and little eateries, soothing music drifted from the shaded little cafes, lovely little village with an amazingly relaxed atmosphere. Everyone seems to know everyone, greetings of kalemera could be heard from doorways and windows. A few little market shops perfectly stocked for the needs of all, mingled with a few gift and craft shops. We walked around seeing those beautiful white painted buildings alongside the more rustic stone built cottages. The road led us beyond the village to some amazing views of a beautiful coast below. We enjoyed a drink back in the square, absorbing the atmosphere and shade, then took a bus back to port Karavostasi where 'Kejstral' was moored. Lunch was enjoyed on board then off to the beach for few hours swimming to cool down from that ever baking sun, the water was chilly probably due to the excessive winds!
Internet can be found in any of the busy little bars, therefore our beer was ordered in a very beachy feeling bar with bamboo covered shelters, here we relaxed watching the antics of each boat arriving. We have only been sailing four months and are by no means experienced. However, we enjoy watching and trying to fathom the intentions and choices of fellow boatees. They in turn we have equally hilarious moments watching us ! When the entertainment draws to a close, we head back to 'Kejstral' for tea. The wind was picking up again, rather than rocking about all evening on board we chose to return to shore and the bar for a drink. The wind was so powerful glasses and plates were taking off, flying past their owners before any had been consumed or enjoyed. To add to the issue, a power failure prevented anyone seeing their lovely meal or drink, candles were hastily lit and relit in that troublesome wind. Our evening was a challenge to enjoy, the wind yet again spoiling the lovely surroundings. We watched food part company with the plates just not in the normal manner, plates blown from tables and glasses swept to the ground. Guests were being being decorated with food and drinks, what a real shame for these very attentive and lovely staff. No lights or candles lasting long enough for anyone to see anything. By 11 pm we were tired of the powerful force of nature and needed to get away from the gusty annoying wind. 'Kejstral' was taking a battering, ropes pulling with great tension and causing strain on each cleat. The swell making it all a little worse. Trying to board and step onto a rapidly moving swinging gangplank was a bit tricky. Once safely on board though, we had fun watching the entertainment, everyone who came back to their respective boats a little later, had an even harder job boarding and staying dry! Slept really poorly as you can probably imagine.
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