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Base information - Fyly Yachting - Skiathos

Base manager
Mr. Giorgos Toptsis
(+30) 697 7129 543

Mr. Christoforos Grizelakis
(+30) 697 2054 346

Customer service
Mr. Giorgos Toptsis
(+30) 697 7129 543

Mr. Christoforos Grizelakis
(+30) 697 2054 346

Technical manager
Mr. Giorgos Toptsis
(+30) 697 7129 543

Mr. Christoforos Grizelakis
(+30) 697 2054 346

Emergency contact
24/7 support
(+30) 2111 827 066

VHF base canal
VHF frequencies

marina - VHF channel 12

A forecast in Greek and English is given for all Greek waters at 06:00, 10:00, 16:00, 22:00 (GMT+2). Gale warnings are given at the beginning of the broadcast and a special security warning on Ch 16 gives all the VHF frequencies for different areas.

Base address
FYLY Skiathos yacht charter base is located in: Skiathos Port, Skiathos, 37002, Greece

Berthing - N 39° 09' 48.59" - E 023° 29' 31.20"

In general, during the summer months the meltemi is weaker in the Sporades region. Approaches to the island are straight forward, no dangers.

An exception to this is the approach to the Harbor of Skiathos.

Warning: The approach the Harbor of Skiathos, especially at night, can be tricky because of the confusion caused by the flashing red lights at Dhaskalo islet and at the end of the ferryboat mole.

Skiathos Harbor provides excellent shelter. There are several anchoring possibilities:

Anchor in the old harbor, which is the most sheltered. This is frequently impossible because of the large number of day-trip boats. Also it can be noisy here at night. If you do, come stern-to after dropping the anchor in 4-5 m. The bottom is sand with good holding.

Dock stern-to the concrete quay of the new harbor (N of the old harbor). There is room for 20 boats here stern to between charter boats to the north and south. The bottom is sand with good holding. You will need to drop your anchor at least 35 meters off the quay to avoid a mooring chain.

The newer pontoon or floating dock has essentially been taken over by charter companies. It is unlikely you will find a berth here during weekends (Thursday through Saturday nights) but there is a better chance on other nights. It is worth checking with the charter staff who are frequently on the pontoon.

There is an area off the eastern end of the pontoon and south of the pontoon where a dozen boats can anchor without encroaching on the permanent moorings (to the north), the airport flight path (to the east) or the ferries' manouvering space in the new harbour (to the south). The ferry docks after mid day and may chase away boats too close to their space. Sand, 5 to 7m, good holding.

Anchor off on the eastern side of the bay. Good holding.

Warning: Avoid the restricted area along the flight path to the airport. The Coast Guard are likely to ask boats to move if they anchor too far east of the floating pontoon, inside the flight path area and the ferries' manouvering area.

Business hours
Daily 09:00 AM - 17:00 PM

Saturdays all day

Embarkation time
17:00 PM

Disembarkation time
Clients must arrive back at base the day before the end of their charter, latest at 18:00 PM for check out procedures (technical check, refuel, diver's check etc).

They have free overnight & they can disembark the yacht the next day at 09:00 AM

Place of embarkation
Our Offices are at Skiathos port

How to get at base
Skiathos Airport is located 2,5 km from Skiathos harbor.

Ferries and hydrofoils are arriving from Agios Konstantinos or Volos.

Local Bus: The bus covers a distance of 14 km. It starts from the harbour and its final destination is Koukounaries.

Taxi: You can find easily taxis at Skiathos Airport. The drive costs approx. € 10 per taxi.

General Infrastructure of the base
Provisions: Not applicable in Skiathos base
Parking Area: The Marina of Skiathos has a free parking area.

Bank Transactions: In Skiathos you could find several banks. Banks are open between 08:00 - 13:30 Monday – Friday and they all provide ATMs. Also, in the Marina you could find a 24 hour cash machine.

Fuel: Upon delivery of the boat, the fuel tanks will be full.

Electricity: The piers in Skiathos Marina are not equipped with 220 V.

Accommodation: In case you need hotel accommodation, we suggest a couple of hotels located near our Skiathos Base.

Esperides Hotel: Achladies. Tel: +30 24270 22535 - Fax: +30 24270 21580

Skiathos Palace Hotel: Koukounaries. Tel: +30 24270 49700 - Fax: +30 24270 49666

Restaurants: There is a variety of restaurants on and around Skiathos.

Jailhouse: at the old Harbour. Tel: +30 24270 21081

Mediterraneo: next to the Tris Ierarches Church. Tel: +30 24270 23860

Deposit
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Provisionning
There are several super markets around Skiathos Port.
Your provisions cannot be organized by the FYLY Yachting team specifically for Skiathos Port.

Transfer facilities
There is no need to pre arrange transfer because of the short distances.
The marina of Skiathos is next to the harbour in walking distance.
The airport is only five minutes with a car. You can find a taxi in the airport upon your arrival.

Map of the base
   Attached files: skiathos.jpg

Port authorities
Our base manager will arrange everything with Port Authorities. The only thing we require from the skipper of the charter is to have with him his original sailing license and to send me two weeks prior his charter a copy of his sailing license.

Weather forecast
You should always try to get a weather forecast before heading out from land, especially if going more than several miles from shore, as it is difficult to tell at a glance what winds will appear, due to large land masses, mountains and other geographical features. You can use your radio, Navtex or contact the Port Police who receive weather faxes several times a day for the area.

a. TELEPHONE

Via the phone line of the Athens Marine Meteorological Centre of the Hellenic National Meteorological Service, one can obtain a forecast directly from the forecaster on duty for the sea area that one is interested in, on a 24-hour basis, by dialing 210 9699171. General weather forecasts are obtained from a pre-recorded message of the National Telecommunications Organisation of Greece (OTE), by dialing 14944.

b. RADIO

Regular Weather and Sea Bulletins for Shipping issued by the Hellenic National Meteorological Service are broadcast by the 1st Programme of the Hellenic Radio (ERA 1) in Greek, as are special forecasts and warnings, whenever issued. The frequencies and times of broadcast are mentioned below:
HELLENIC RADIO (NATIONAL NETWORK) (ERA 1)/DAILY/(AM) 7.29 KHz, (FM) 105.8 KHz, (FM) 91.6 KHz/06:05

Weather forecasts are also broadcasted by other state, private and municipal radio stations all over the country, on the FM band, after news bulletins.

c. TELEVISION

The Hellenic National Meteorological Service forecasts are announced on TV by professional Hellenic National Meteorological Service meteorologists, as well as by TV presenters. Greek public and private channels broadcast the weather forecast for the coming day at the end of the news bulletin. In addition, some channels broadcast a special forecast for the entire week.

d. VHF/OLYMPIA RADIO

VHF channel 16 broadcasts Gale Warnings as well as regular forecasts, upon vessel request.
OLYMPIA RADIO broadcasts pre-recorded Weather and Sea bulletins in Greek and English.

e. MINISTRY OF MERCHANT MARINE RADIO

Hellenic National Meteorological Service forecasts can also be communicated to vessels via any local Port Authority, upon calling local channel 12 or channels VHF 07, 18, 19, 20 and 2, depending on the locale of navigation.

f. OLYMPIA RADIO MF (RT) VIA THE NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS ORGANISATION OF GREECE (NTO) COASTAL STATIONS.

Itinerary
See our Suggested Itineraries in our website www.fyly.gr

Hotels-restaurants
Suggestions:

Hotels: There is a variety of hotels in Skiathos.

BOURTZI HOTEL - http://www.hotelbourtzi.gr/
THYMI'S HOME - http://www.thymishome.gr/el/
HOTEL MELTEMI - http://www.meltemiskiathos.com/
MARLTON HOTEL - http://www.hotelmarlton.com/
IFIGENIE HOTEL - http://www.ifigeniahotel.gr/

Restaurants: There is a variety of restaurants in Skiathos.

Mouria Tavern - Skiathos town - Tel. +30 24270 23069
EN PLO- http://www.enploskiathos.com/, Tel. +30 24270 24433
COS ALTRO, Skiathos town - Tel. +30 24270 21431
HELLINIKON RESTAURANT, Skiathos Town - Tel. +30 6981176206

Bars: There is a variety of bars in Skiathos.

Coffeeshops: There is a variety of coffeeshops in Skiathos.

Sailing licence
The law in Greece requires that the captain must posses a valid sailing license. The Co-Skipper - if no sailing license is available - must fill out a declaration stating they have knowledge to sail. (Please see attached declaration). VHF license is not required to charter a yacht in Greece.

Currency
EURO (€)

Local - navigation taxes
VAT in Greece is at 24%. There are no local navigation taxes.

Language spoken
Greek & English

Doctors-hospital
Skiathos Medical Center

(+30) 2427 022 222

Google Map Directions
https://goo.gl/maps/WdGfnBTFi3ocMFD39

Time difference
GMT + 2

Marina
Skiathos Marina is located next to the central port of the town of Skiathos, the marina serves the increased demand driven by the great number of tourists that visit the island, especially during the summer months. At a distance of only 2km. from the island's airport and heliport, Skiathos Marina is situated literally at the centre of this cosmopolitan pine-covered island.

MARINA AMENITIES
Water Electricity Telephone* Communication facilities Peripheral street lighting Waste and bilge disposal Fuel Boat & motor maintenance and repair* Fully equipped fire extinguishing system Medical services* Launderettes & ironing facilities* Kitchen - dish washing facilities* Showers – W.C* Car parking Taxi service* Car rental* Postal service* Bank - atm* Restaurant - bar* Supermarket* Shopping center* News stand* Apparel shops* Nautical equipment store* Slipway

Note: * These services are available in the town of Skiathos

Skiathos Harbor, Skiathos, 37002, Greece

Skiathos Port website
https://skiathosport.gr/en/

Skiathos Marina is a famous harbour located in the city with the same name on the shores of the Aegean Sea. This unique marina is situated on the Island of Skiathos making it the perfect vacation destination. If you enjoy long walks on sandy beaches and cobalt blue waters, this is the place to visit. The city is packed with attractions, the most famous being Lalaria Beach, Bourtzi Beach and Agia Eleni Beach. Are you searching for accommodations? Then here is a list of the top rated establishments in the area: Poseidon Villas, Pension Nikolas and Anthena Studios. Experience the extraordinary flavours of the traditional Greek cuisine by tasting the famous Souvlaki or Gyros in one of the finest restaurants in the area: Lo&La, Marmita, Agnadio and The Final Step which is the winner of the 2014 Traveller’s Choice Award. Enjoy a relaxing holiday in this superb marina. Make Skiathos your holiday destination and experience excellent weather, sandy beaches, mild breeze and cobalt blue waters.

Marina Facilities:

▪ Water
▪ Bar
▪ Restaurant
▪ Wifi
▪ Electricity
▪ Fuel station
▪ Market
▪ Dressing rooms
▪ Security
▪ Medical Services
▪ Diving
▪ Crane
▪ Laundry
▪ Ramp
▪ Waste collection
▪ Residual water collection
▪ Bilge Collection
▪ Rent car
▪ Service Station for ships
▪ ATM

Navigation area
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