Goletta Perla del Mar II

Lifelong Memories

Well, to start, I did ask a million questions for months up until our arrival, but that was due mostly to 11 others coming with me who had questions of their own. I communicated with Marin & Ethem and they were both very nice. I think they were annoyed with all my questions but still answered me. We arrived and were greeted very nicely and sorted out last minute issues before getting on the boat. We were also greeted on the boat with the nicest crew and a full spread of fruit and drinks. The captain was so sweet and took me on a scooter to the pharmacy because I needed some medication. The only issue we had was on the first night when one of the deck crew was angry that we were back to the boat so late and didn't want to turn on the lights. It was 3 am and the marina was full of lights & music and dancing. One of my friends from another boat had to step in and talk to him and I think it was solved. He did warm up to us later and all was forgotten. We had Captain Serdar, Durmus, Umit, Fadime, Caner and Sabri. They laughed and had fun with us and were so very nice and full of smiles all the time. I know we kept them up late (we didn't want to but was told they had to stay up with us) but they were all great about it. They played us Turkish dance music and Caner "wowed" us with his meals every single day. The captain joined us for dinner on the last night and I know every one of us was so sad to leave. We will think of this trip and the crew for the rest of our lives and can't wait to do another one next year. We only wish we could do it on the same boat with the same people. Oh, the boat was beautiful and clean and comfortable and absolutely awesome!...Just like in the photos! We have no complaints...except for how expensive alcohol is in Turkey. LOL! It's not expensive at the bars or restaurants, but just at the market! I hope the crew was satisfied with our tip and we really appreciated them!