After motoring to Gerbeckse Cove near Ciflik we dropped anchor at sunset. Astrid being the best swimmer, swam ashore with a long line to prevent us swinging during the night. A quiet little cove with only a few other yachts. Swimming was followed by a great supper and good Turkish wine.

Despite the lack of sleep, there seemed to be no urgency to get any! First night on board is always a bit difficult; can’t find things, too hot, no wind, creaking halyards and an incessant cross swell that either put you to sleep or kept you awake.