Odyssey 2020
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Start:Laurium, Greece
Finish:Laurium, Greece
Odyssey 2020
"Odyssey" regatta will be held in Greece from 04/25 to 02/05
We will start from the port of Lavrio and if the weather permits, we will sail to the beautiful Milos racing and having fun!!
Barbecue, guitar, disco, activities, quests, and most importantly - interesting races. We will be very happy to see beginners at our regatta. If you do not have experience, we will select a team in which you will feel comfortable and learn the basics of yachting.
The route: Kifnos - Serifos - Sifnos - Kimolos - Milos
Regatta fleet: monotype yachts Bavaria Cr. 46
Events schedule
- Apr 25, 2020
Arrival in Lavrion. Accepting the yacht. Check-in
20:00 dinner in a Greek restaurant
- Apr 26, 2020
Lavrion - Serifos.
Skippers' briefing
The race
Mooring at the port of Serifos
A walk around the island
Dinner with entertainment program
- Apr 27, 2020
Serifos - Kimolos
Skippers' briefing
Second race day
A stop for swimming
Dinner in a tavern
- Apr 28, 2020
Kimolos - Milos
Morning briefing
Free day for walking and swimming
Sailing to Milos
- Apr 29, 2020
Milos - Sifnos
Morning briefing
A racing day
Coming back to the port
Riding ATVs or mopeds
- Apr 30, 2020
Sifnos - Kythnos
Morning briefing
A racing day
Kythnos port
Dinner with Greek dances
- May 1, 2020
Kythnos - Lavrion
Morning briefing
A racing day
Coming back to the port
Delivering the yachts
Award ceremony
Regatta closing
19:00 dinner in a Greek tavern
- May 2, 2020
Leaving the yacht at 9.00
Location
Greece
Discussion
FAQ
Can I participate in a regatta if I don’t have yachting experience?
Yes, of course. There will be an experienced skipper and team members on the yacht. They will give you a role and teach you everything you need to know to be a useful team member and feel comfortable.
Will I be able to steer a yacht?
Yes, all team members will definitely try themselves in different roles to better understand each other. Standing at the helm is an integral part of training for beginners as well as setting sails, and helping the team during moorings.
Where will I live during the regatta?
As a rule, participants in the regatta live on the yacht. The boat has everything you need for a comfortable stay: nice beds, a kitchen, a shower with toilet. If you do not want to live on a yacht, then you can arrange to stay at the hotel onshore.
What will we eat?
The crew decides altogether what kind of food they prefer to eat and makes necessary purchases. Simple dishes can be cooked, usually taking turns. Some regattas offer daily meals and intensive evening program for all crews.
Do you help with a visa?
We can make an invitation for a visa, but you need to apply for a visa by yourself.
Will I have seasick? What should I do if I have sickness?
Most people tolerate some seasickness easily. If you feel that you are starting to feel sick, it is best to get at the steering wheel or tune the sails. Get yourself busy, show your body that you don’t have time to get sick, you have to fight for victory in the race. There are also many quite effective medicines from sickness. If you start taking them in advance, then the probability of seasickness is almost zero.
How and where will I meet the crew and the captain?
Before each trip, we organize an online meeting where participants get to know each other and the captain. The captain will answer all your questions. The crew will have a group chat so you can get to know each other before the start of the regatta. Then you will meet in the marina.
What clothes do I need?
The main rule is to dress comfortably and according to the weather. Clothing: • windbreaker and pants or shorts; • shirt/jacket with UV protection (thermal underwear and fleece); • adjustable hat/cap; • gloves. We recommend to purchase a long-sleeved jacket with UV protection in order to protect yourself from the sun and strong wind. Yachting shoes should be: • light, with non-slip white outsole; • with the fixed heel; • with a tightly closed nose. During the sailing without shoes, you can fall or injure your fingers and feet on the deck. There are many protruding parts on the boat that are easy to catch. Unfortunately, even experienced sailors are not protected from unpleasant injuries when they ignore this simple rule.
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