Trips of Discovery

Make the best of your journey, make some memories.

Category: Boat Life

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Richmond Hill, GA – A Tranquil Haven Along the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway

Estimated reading time: 9 minutes – SBFL* Stop 35 – Planned – Embarking on our whimsical journey aboard Life’s AOK, in our Slow Boat to Florida (SBFL), tracing the waters from the frosty north down to the sun-kissed south, we’ve docked at our thirty-fourth haven: the enchanting city of Savannah, Georgia. However, the adventure doesn’t pause here; oh no, it’s merely a comma in our grand tale of exploration. For those who’ve been with us from the start since our 2018 post, “Slow Boat to Florida,” you’re well aware that our pace is more ‘meander’ than ‘marathon.’ Why rush when every ripple and breeze along the Florida-bound journey is a story waiting to be savored?...

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A nautical nirvana from sea to land – A boater’s rendezvous with Istanbul, Ankara, and Cappadocia, Turkiye – Part 3

Estimated reading time: 18 minutes – ABR* – Welcome to Part 3 of our rendezvous, this time with Ankara and Cappadocia. After the mesmerizing beauty of the Bosphorus and the vibrant life of Istanbul, we now venture inland to the historical tapestry of Central Anatolia. Here, amidst the windswept plains and rolling hills, our story continues, weaving through the ancient narratives of Ankara and the mystical allure of Cappadocia. As we leave the coastal splendors behind, we step into a realm where time unfolds in layers, each layer revealing a different epoch of human civilization.  Anatolia, the land where history speaks through its silent stones and echoes in its majestic landscapes As we traverse from...

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A nautical nirvana from sea to land  –  A boater’s rendezvous with Istanbul, Ankara, and Cappadocia, Turkiye – Part 2

Estimated reading time: 15 minutes – ABR* – Welcome to Part 2 of our rendezvous with Istanbul! After embracing the allure of the Bosphorus with its glimmering waters in Part 1, it’s time now to immerse ourselves in the vibrant streets of Istanbul. Let’s spend a few days here, delving into a culinary adventure that promises to tantalize our taste buds. Istanbul is not just a city to be explored from the water; its true essence unfolds on land, waiting to be discovered by those willing to wander its enchanting streets and hidden corners. Food Lover’s Paradise Now, let’s delve into the heart of Istanbul like locals, exploring the flavors that make this city a...

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Voyage to the Viking shores – A boater’s rendezvous with  Reykjavik, Iceland

Estimated reading time: 10 minutes  –  ABR* – Iceland, a land where fire and ice coexist, offers a myriad of experiences for those who seek adventures on land and waves. Its untouched landscapes and frigid azure waters hide secrets waiting to be uncovered by the intrepid boater. The allure of Iceland extends far beyond its geological wonders and the stark beauty of its icy realms. It’s where the ocean becomes a living entity, narrating the lore of the land, whispering the ancient rhymes of the sea. Boaters venturing into these icy domains are greeted with ethereal landscapes, where glaciers meet the sea and volcanic islands dot the horizon. Each ripple in the water seems to...