Anticipations and Essential Packing Tips for Your Sailing Week with Smartsailing
Get set for an unforgettable sailing Turkey's best coasts
As you prepare for your summer journey, it's crucial to pack wisely to avoid unnecessary expenses on items you might have left behind. Replacing forgotten essentials like quality sunglasses or flip-flops can be costly, so thorough packing is key to maximizing your enjoyment during your trip, especially when exploring Turkey. Explore vital packing tips and anticipate the week-long adventure for your gulet cruise in Turkey ahead.The Essentials
Here's a checklist of 8 essential items for your trip:
- Passport and appropriate visas (refer to this article for Turkey's visa requirements).
- Swimming gear, whether it's swimsuits, bikinis, board shorts, or budgie smugglers.
- Sunglasses, with a recommendation for sport-style glasses if you plan on active excursions like biking, hiking, or buggy trips.
- Comfy closed-toe shoes, particularly if you're into activities like hiking to Simena fortress or paragliding.
- A fleece or jacket, especially for lower season months when evenings can be cooler.
- Plug adaptor for the standard European 2-pin plug used on Turkish boats (220 volts).
- Headache tablets, as crew members can't distribute pain-killing medicines for personal use.
- Travel insurance to cover any mishaps, thefts, losses, or missed departures.
Less Obvious Items
Consider these 6 items that may not immediately come to mind:
- Smart clothes for dressing up on nights out at clubs or nice restaurants, in line with Turkish preferences.
- Beach and bath towels, as neither is typically included on board.
- Sports camera, such as a Go-Pro style waterproof camera, for capturing jumps off the boat, snorkelling shots, and rafting excursions.
- Mosquito spray, especially for dock locations or outdoor restaurants where mosquitoes might be a nuisance.
- Snorkel kit, as demand may exceed supply onboard, and Covid regulations may limit sharing.
- Floaties, like inflatable beds and rings, available for purchase at markets in Fethiye, Kas, and Demre, or potentially provided onboard.
