Sailing to the Sacred Island: Exploring Delos, Birthplace of Apollo and Artemis
Ep. 135 ~ Set sail with us on our catamaran as we embark on an unforgettable journey to Delos, the legendary birthplace of Apollo and Artemis in the heart of Greece’s Cyclades! In this episode, we navigate the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea, sharing the joys and challenges of life aboard our sailboat while exploring one of the most significant archaeological sites in the Mediterranean.
Discover the fascinating history and mythology of Delos, an island steeped in ancient Greek legends and once a thriving hub of trade and religion. Walk with us among the ruins of temples, the Terrace of the Lions, and the Sacred Lake as we uncover the stories of gods and mortals that shaped this sacred island.
Whether you’re dreaming of retiring to a life of adventure, planning your own sailing voyage, or simply passionate about ancient civilizations and breathtaking travel destinations, this video is your ticket to inspiration!
Join our journey as we combine the love of sailing, the beauty of Mediterranean islands, and the intrigue of ancient history. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share for more sailing adventures!
#DelosIsland #AncientGreece #SailingLife #LivingAboard #MediterraneanTravel #SailingAdventures
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:43 Sailing away from the island of Tinos in Greece
02:57 Sailing into the island of Rineia in Greece
05:28 Kayaking in an anchorage off the island of Rineia
06:21 Riding our dinghy to the island of Delos
06:54 Walking around the ancient city of Delos
07:10 House of Dionysus
08:43 House of Cleopatra
09:28 The theater quarter
10:48 House of Dolphins
11:17 Terrace of the Lions of Delos
12:16 Mount Kythnos hike
15:19 Sailing away from Delos to Mykonos
15:46 Outro
Track our real-time and past navigations:
Vessel Finder: www.vesselfinder.com
Marine Traffic: marinetraffic.com
No Foreign Land: www.noforeignland.com
Boat Name: OKALIPTÜS
Boat Type: Pleasure craft
MMSI# : 368289480
Flag: USA
🙌 Follow Us on Social Media:
▶︎ FACEBOOK: Sailing OKALIPTÜS
▶︎ INSTAGRAM: @sailing_okaliptus
▶︎ TWITTER: @SOkaliptus
For this episode, I’ve used my iPhone XS Max and the robust Fujifilm X-T3 Mirrorless Digital Camera https://amzn.to/3hyBkhn with the XF16-80mmF4 R OIS WR Lens https://amzn.to/3uVYfqX
🔔 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel and hit the notification bell so you never miss an update! Give this video a THUMBS UP if you enjoyed it, and share your thoughts in the COMMENTS BELOW. We love hearing from you! Stay tuned for more exciting content coming your way. Thank you for your support! 🎥✨⛵
Sailing Okaliptüs
Welcome to Sailing Okaliptüs! Join our sailing adventures on a 13.3m Fountaine Pajot Helia catamaran & Catalina 22, exploring Mediterranean wonders: Turkey, Greece, Albania, Montenegro & Croatia. Discover sailing tips, boat repairs, DIY projects, local cultures and our navigation skills (both the good and the bad). Subscribe for thrilling travel, cruising guides, and life at sea!
Channel Information:
Social Media Links:
Support Sailing Okaliptüs
At WeBoating.com, we profoundly acknowledge the unwavering dedication that Sailing Okaliptüs invests in crafting each and every video or voyage. Their passion for delivering exceptional ocean content shines through every frame, and it's a labor of love that deserves your attention.
We invite you to watch their captivating videos here and actively engage with their content, including their social media links above. Liking, commenting, and sharing their work goes a long way in fueling their creative fire.
We're also inviting you to explore the gear, sponsorships, and boat partnerships highlighted in the "Sailing to the Sacred Island: Exploring Delos, Birthplace of Apollo and Artemis" video description, or directly on YouTube. By engaging with these offerings or purchasing services and items, you directly support Sailing Okaliptüs, their collaborators, and the brands they're associated with.
To ensure you never miss an offshore update, consider visiting their official YouTube Channel to subscribe, like, and join their community directly.
If you have any feedback, corrections, or additional information about Sailing Okaliptüs or their videos, please use the comment form below to share your thoughts with us.
Thank you for being a part of our community and supporting the creators we cherish. Your time and support truly matter!
Sailing to the Sacred Island: Exploring Delos, Birthplace of Apollo and Artemis Location
- Delos (37.3993466,25.2675794)
Latest Episodes from Sailing Okaliptüs
Explore the most recent voyages. Subscribe to the channel to never miss an update!
It Doesn’t Matter If We’re Anchored or Docking… The Wind Has Other Plans.
Ep. 223 ~ We thought we were finally getting Oka ready to leave Greece... but apparently, the wind had other plans. 😂 In this episode, we head out to anchor near Preveza, deal with a little anchoring drama when the wind suddenly changes direction, explore a beautiful 13th-century Byzantine monaster...
WE LEFT OUR MARINA… BUT SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH ME
Ep. 222 ~ We finally left our winter marina in Preveza, Greece… so why don't I feel ready? We're back aboard Oka and finally at anchor as we continue getting our catamaran ready for the next season of sailing in Greece and across the Ionian into Italy. There's still work to do, une...
Why Does It Feel Like Mantus Threw Up All Over Our Catamaran?
Ep. 221 ~ In Part 2 of getting Oka ready for Season 4, we're still working our way through the ever-growing list of jobs before we can leave Greece and head to Italy. The main project in this episode is our new catamaran bridle, including our upgraded Mantus chain hook. We build the new setup,...
Moving Back Aboard to Prep Our Catamaran for Season 4… and Nothing Goes as Planned
Ep. 220 ~ After months living on land, we're moving back aboard our catamaran, Oka, in Preveza, Greece and getting her ready for Season 4 of our sailing adventure in the Ionian. And, as usual, things don't go quite according to plan! We start bringing Oka out of hibernation and slowly get...
Did We Just Move to Türkiye?! 🇹🇷 | Full-Time Liveaboards on Land
Ep. 219 ~ What happens when two full-time liveaboards leave their sailboat behind in Greece and spend several months actually living in Istanbul, Türkiye? 🇹🇷 This winter, we traded our floating home for an apartment on Istanbul's Asian side, just half a block from the Sea of Marmara. Instead o...