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==Finikas==
==Finikas==
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[[Image:Greece_Syros_Finikas_h.jpg|frame|center|Chart of Finikas]]
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===Background===
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[[Image:Syros_Finikas.JPG|300px|thumb|right|Finikas]]
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[[Image:Syros_Finikas.JPG|frame|right|Finikas]]
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Finikas (Φοίνικας) is a favorite anchorages while crossing the Aegean. It combines an excellent shelter with a convivial place to re-provisioning. There are two options here: either to moor at the small marina or to anchor off-shore. The marina does offer water and electricity and adequate bathroom facilities. The attendant, Nikos a retired merchant marine, is very helpful in arranging car rentals, laundry, fuel deliveries, mechanics, etc.
Finikas (Φοίνικας) is a favorite anchorages while crossing the Aegean. It combines an excellent shelter with a convivial place to re-provisioning. There are two options here: either to moor at the small marina or to anchor off-shore. The marina does offer water and electricity and adequate bathroom facilities. The attendant, Nikos a retired merchant marine, is very helpful in arranging car rentals, laundry, fuel deliveries, mechanics, etc.
Many seasoned cruisers usually anchor off-shore because it is quieter and the marina tends to be crowded (at least one charter company operates it fleet from here). During the summer months it is better to anchor E of the marina, while in the fall when there could be westerly winds it is better to anchor just S of the marina. Several boats winter here. Overall sandy bottom and good holding.
Many seasoned cruisers usually anchor off-shore because it is quieter and the marina tends to be crowded (at least one charter company operates it fleet from here). During the summer months it is better to anchor E of the marina, while in the fall when there could be westerly winds it is better to anchor just S of the marina. Several boats winter here. Overall sandy bottom and good holding.
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The gas station is about 700 m from the waterfront along the N road to Ermoupolis. While they do deliver to the marina, if you anchor off you may have to carry fuel with jerry cans. Sometimes they may drive you back to the water after you fill them. The little store is very well supplied and also carries camping gas. Next to the grocery store there is small marine supply store the ''Maistrali''. They can arrange for a car or scooter rental and laundry and have a lot of stuff for their size. For a really good chandler, however, you must go to Ermoupolis at the Platia Iroon (Heroes Square). The bus runs regularly and you can take from across the grocery store. The schedule is posted.
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The gas station is about 700 m from the waterfront along the N road to [[Ermoupolis]]. While they do deliver to the marina, if you anchor off you may have to carry fuel with jerry cans. Sometimes they may drive you back to the water after you fill them. The little store is very well supplied and also carries camping gas. Next to the grocery store there is small marine supply store the ''Maistrali''. They can arrange for a car or scooter rental and laundry and have a lot of stuff for their size. For a really good chandler, however, you must go to [[Ermoupolis]] at the Platia Iroon (Heroes Square). The bus runs regularly and you can take from across the grocery store. The schedule is posted.
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===Charts===
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==Charts==
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See [[Syros#Charts|Syros]].
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[[Image:Greece_Syros_Finikas_h.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Chart of Finikas<br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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===Radio Nets===
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''See [[Syros#Charts|Syros]]''.
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==Radio Nets==
''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''
''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''
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Submit details of local radio Nets.
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Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
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Olympia Radio - VHF channels 03 and 04
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==Local Weather==
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''See [[Aegean_Sea#Weather_and_Winds|Aegean Sea]]''.
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===Approach and Navigation===
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==Approach and Navigation==
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See [[Syros#Approach_and_Navigation|Syros]].
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''See [[Syros#Approach_and_Navigation|Syros]]''.
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===Check-in facilities===
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==Check-in facilities==
None unless you go to the [[Finikas Marina|marina]].
None unless you go to the [[Finikas Marina|marina]].
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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Anchor off anywhere in the large bay. E of the [[Finikas Marina|marina]] the depths are 4-6 m and there is sand with good holding. Well protected from the ''meltemi'' but not from the southerlies.
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On the SW of [[Finikas Marina|marina]] the depths are 8-14 m and there are a number of boats on permanent moorings, so anchoring is more complicated but the area provides much better protection from the southerlies.
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==Offshore Islands and Groups==
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None.
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==Marinas & Yacht Clubs==
* [[Finikas Marina]]
* [[Finikas Marina]]
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===Tourism & things to do ashore===
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==Anchorages==
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See [[Syros#Tourism_&_things_to_do_ashore|Syros]].
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''See [[Syros#Anchorages|Syros]]''.
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===Fuel & Water===
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==
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* The gas station is about 700 m from the waterfront along the N road to Ermoupolis. While they do deliver to the marina, if you anchor off you may have to carry fuel with jerry cans. Telephone +30 22810 42400.
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====Marine Stores====
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* You may be able to fill some cans, ask at the ''Maistrali'' store.
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* There is small marine supply the ''Maistrali'', their main outlet is by the shipyard in [[Ermoupolis]].
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====Repairs/Yards====
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See [[Syros#Repairs|Syros]].
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====
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; Fuel
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: The gas station is about 700 m from the waterfront along the N road to [[Ermoupolis]]. While they do deliver to the [[Finikas Marina|marina]], if you anchor off you may have to carry fuel with jerry cans. Telephone +30 22810 42400.
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; Water
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: In the [Finikas Marina|marina]]. You may be able to fill some cans there or ask at the ''Maistrali'' store
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; Electricity
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: Only i the [Finikas Marina|marina]]
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==
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===Tourism===
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See [[Syros#Tourism_&_things_to_do_ashore|Syros]].
===Laundry===
===Laundry===
* You can leave your laundry at the ''Maistrali'' store.
* You can leave your laundry at the ''Maistrali'' store.
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===Grocery Stores===
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===Grocery & Supply Stores===
* Tthere is a "supermarket" about 50 m towards Ermoupolis. It is well supplied with basic provisions, bread, and fresh fruits.
* Tthere is a "supermarket" about 50 m towards Ermoupolis. It is well supplied with basic provisions, bread, and fresh fruits.
*  There is  a very good bakery near the waterfront.
*  There is  a very good bakery near the waterfront.
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*  Good traditional food in the ''Foradenes'' and in ''Barbailias''.
*  Good traditional food in the ''Foradenes'' and in ''Barbailias''.
* The Asotos Yios (+30 22810 43 722), about 1 km to the S, serves many ''mezedes''.  
* The Asotos Yios (+30 22810 43 722), about 1 km to the S, serves many ''mezedes''.  
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===Internet/WiFi===
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* In the ''Maistrali'' store
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===Motorbike & Car Rentals===
===Motorbike & Car Rentals===
* The marine store, the ''Maistrali'', can make the arrangements.
* The marine store, the ''Maistrali'', can make the arrangements.
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===Marine Stores & Facilities===
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===Garbage Disposal===
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* There is small marine supply the ''Maistrali'', their main outlet is by the shipyard in Ermoupolis.
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There are bins around the shore.
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===Repairs===
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See [[Syros#Repairs|Syros]].
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===Transportation===
===Transportation===
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The bus to Ermoupolis runs regularly and you can take from across the grocery store. The schedule is posted. You can always call for a taxi, tel. +30 22810 86 222.
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The bus to [[Ermoupolis]] runs regularly and you can take from across the grocery store. The schedule is posted. You can always call for a taxi, tel. +30 22810 86 222.
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===References & Publications===
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''Also see [[Syros#Transportation|Syros]]''.
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See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]].
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===Cruiser's Friends===
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==Routes/Passages To/From==
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''See [[Syros#Routes/Passages To/From|Syros]]''.
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==Cruiser's Friends==
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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===Forum Discussions===
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==Forum Discussions==
List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum
List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum
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===Personal Notes===
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==External Links==
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I am very fond of Finikas and I always prefer to anchor off. It is one of the most convenient and convivial harbors in the Cyclades. ([[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]])
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* [http://www.syros.com.gr/syros/info/villages/finikas_en.htm Finikas]
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===Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===
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==References & Publications==
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See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]].
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==Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)==
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':
* June 2009 --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]]
* June 2009 --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]]
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==Personal Notes==
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I am very fond of Finikas and I always prefer to anchor off. It is one of the most convenient and convivial harbors in the Cyclades. ([[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]])

Revision as of 21:17, 3 November 2009

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Finikas

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Finikas

Finikas (Φοίνικας) is a favorite anchorages while crossing the Aegean. It combines an excellent shelter with a convivial place to re-provisioning. There are two options here: either to moor at the small marina or to anchor off-shore. The marina does offer water and electricity and adequate bathroom facilities. The attendant, Nikos a retired merchant marine, is very helpful in arranging car rentals, laundry, fuel deliveries, mechanics, etc.

Many seasoned cruisers usually anchor off-shore because it is quieter and the marina tends to be crowded (at least one charter company operates it fleet from here). During the summer months it is better to anchor E of the marina, while in the fall when there could be westerly winds it is better to anchor just S of the marina. Several boats winter here. Overall sandy bottom and good holding.

The gas station is about 700 m from the waterfront along the N road to Ermoupolis. While they do deliver to the marina, if you anchor off you may have to carry fuel with jerry cans. Sometimes they may drive you back to the water after you fill them. The little store is very well supplied and also carries camping gas. Next to the grocery store there is small marine supply store the Maistrali. They can arrange for a car or scooter rental and laundry and have a lot of stuff for their size. For a really good chandler, however, you must go to Ermoupolis at the Platia Iroon (Heroes Square). The bus runs regularly and you can take from across the grocery store. The schedule is posted.

Charts

Chart of Finikas
Click for larger view

See Syros.

Radio Nets

Also see Cruiser's Nets

Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 Olympia Radio - VHF channels 03 and 04

Local Weather

See Aegean Sea.

Approach and Navigation

See Syros.

Check-in facilities

None unless you go to the marina.

Anchor off anywhere in the large bay. E of the marina the depths are 4-6 m and there is sand with good holding. Well protected from the meltemi but not from the southerlies.

On the SW of marina the depths are 8-14 m and there are a number of boats on permanent moorings, so anchoring is more complicated but the area provides much better protection from the southerlies.

Offshore Islands and Groups

None.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Anchorages

See Syros.

Yacht Repairs and Services

Marine Stores

  • There is small marine supply the Maistrali, their main outlet is by the shipyard in Ermoupolis.

Repairs/Yards

See Syros.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Fuel
The gas station is about 700 m from the waterfront along the N road to Ermoupolis. While they do deliver to the marina, if you anchor off you may have to carry fuel with jerry cans. Telephone +30 22810 42400.
Water
In the [Finikas Marina|marina]]. You may be able to fill some cans there or ask at the Maistrali store
Electricity
Only i the [Finikas Marina|marina]]

Tourism and Things to do Ashore

Tourism

See Syros.

Laundry

  • You can leave your laundry at the Maistrali store.

Grocery & Supply Stores

  • Tthere is a "supermarket" about 50 m towards Ermoupolis. It is well supplied with basic provisions, bread, and fresh fruits.
  • There is a very good bakery near the waterfront.
  • There is a fruit stand and mini-market near the waterfront. They will deliver to the marina.

Eateries

  • Good traditional food in the Foradenes and in Barbailias.
  • The Asotos Yios (+30 22810 43 722), about 1 km to the S, serves many mezedes.

Internet/WiFi

  • In the Maistrali store

Motorbike & Car Rentals

  • The marine store, the Maistrali, can make the arrangements.

Garbage Disposal

There are bins around the shore.

Transportation

The bus to Ermoupolis runs regularly and you can take from across the grocery store. The schedule is posted. You can always call for a taxi, tel. +30 22810 86 222.

Also see Syros.

Routes/Passages To/From

See Syros.

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum

External Links

References & Publications

See Greece.

Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)

Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:

Personal Notes

I am very fond of Finikas and I always prefer to anchor off. It is one of the most convenient and convivial harbors in the Cyclades. (Istioploos)


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