After anchoring we launched the dinghy and took the dolmus to explore Marmaris. Svein bought some aluminium so that we could strengthen the windlass fitting.  We called in at various sail repairers and arranged for North Sails to come and collect the stay sail that we want altered. We also asked them for a quote for a  new main sail.

After our first night a anchor here we took the dinghy into Yacht Marina and explored. First we found the technical shops, supermarket, library, swimming pool, restaurant and finally the laundry. It really is a big place.  On returning to the boat Svein started repairing the weak spots in the deckhouse and main door with epoxy and filler. He also painted  the back hatch cover and put antislip on it so as to avoid any further accidents.

The next day we again took the bus into Marmaris having found a jetty nearer to the bus stop.  This time we bought the pole for the staysail plus fixtures. We also bought more green paint and epoxy. We had lunch in a great restaurant before returning to the boat when Svein painted a second coat on the deckhouse window frames. He is always finding some to do and cannot sit still!

We are still anchored outside Pupa and again we took the  dinghy into Yacht Marina. We wanted to do some laundry but it is closed on a Sunday. We did buy the tokens necessary and then went and spent the afternoon at the pool. Stronger winds have blown up and it was a wet ride back to the boat.

Calmer seas today when we returned to Yacht Marina. After a great deal of hassle  we finally got the washing done and spent the day at the pool while we waited. They also have an extensive library so we have been able to  swop our stock of books for the next stage of our trip. We have been surprised at the difficulty in getting internet whilst in Turkey so took full advantage of the free service at Yacht Marina and called our families to reassure them that all was well.

Another day and a very expensive one at that. We went into Marmaris and ordered a new main sail (made to measure) from North Sails. We also bought new diving equipment for Svein.  The temperatures are rising so we were glad to get out of the town and back to the boat for a swim in the sea.

Today we waited for North Sails to come and measure for the new sail.They came  in the late afternoon as took numerable measurements and delivered the  altered stay sail.  We had moved to Pupa jetty so it was easier for them to come on board and it gave us a chance to have electricity so that Svein could do the necessary work on the staysail fittings and windlass.

It had been our Intention to sail today when the work was finished but Laerke rang to say they were on their way so when we were ready we moved out to anchor again and visited them. We all went into Pupa hotel and had a fantastic dinner.

On our last day Caryn took Niels into town to show him shops and to get the last minute shopping. Once back on board we spent the day on the boat.  As some very strong winds blew up in the evening we moved anchorage and then Laerke  came to a farewell dinner on board. Pictures