Turkey

Turkey’s Aegean and Mediterranean coasts are a sailor’s dream: warm, clear water; sheltered gulfs stitched together by short hops; and a string of historic harbours where dinner jetties outnumber traffic lights. Whether you are new to the region or planning a return, this guide sets out the key cruising areas, prevailing winds, best season to go, and how chartering works in practice. Expect variety: from meltemi-swept capes near Bodrum to the lake-like calm of Göcek’s pine-lined coves and the sunken ruins of Kekova. With modern marinas, friendly taverna quays, and straightforward formalities, Turkey is one of the most accessible and rewarding places to get afloat in the Eastern Mediterranean.