The 15-knot moderate breeze from the north couldn’t have been better for our first day aboard the Sea Cloud, and we were soon dizzy from gazing up at the rigging of this true, hand-sailed four-mast barque. The wind increased through the afternoon and we averaged over six knots, sailing through the passage between the islands of Ios and Sikinos before we anchored south of Santorini for a refreshing swim before dinner.
9/13/2024
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Sea Cloud
Poros, Greece
Like the first day of our voyage, some improvisation occurred on our last, and the strong winds of the Aegean led us to the charming island of Poros. There, we enjoyed an unhurried morning in a typical Greek port town of shaded cafes, lively shops, and photogenic pathways draped in fragrant jasmine and bright bougainvillea. After a guided walk up to the clock tower which offered splendid views of the surrounding landscape, some of us opted for one final swim in the Saronic Gulf, while others browsed the town’s enticing shops. Back on the ship, our afternoon was once more spent sailing the lovely waters of Greece. This evening, we gathered on the lido deck for a cocktail hour hosted by Captain Sergei, followed by a sumptuous farewell dinner in Sea Cloud’ s elegant dining room. We concluded our memorable week aboard this beautiful ship sharing enlightening conversation with our fellow travelers.
