WHAT IS A GULET ?

The classic Gulet, best known for its rounded aft, low profile in the water, and roomy hull, was once used by fishermen and sponge divers to transport their catch. Today, the gulet is associated primarily with charter tours. Various designs have emerged, all of which come from the classic description of the traditional Turkish Gulet. For example, the original design had a rounded aft, but as this design limits the numbers of cabins which can be built on the boat modifications have been made. The 'ayna kic' (flat backed) style of the Gullet is becoming increasingly popular as a charter vessel.
As traditionally, the Gulet is handcrafted by master boat builders in Bodrum and Marmaris . The major advantage of this boat design is that it allows passengers plenty of space on deck and below. Gulet cabins are very popular as they are roomy and provide adequate space for storage. They are all about the same size and each one has either a double berth or a set of bunk-berths. Every cabin has a wardrobe for hanging clothes and a number a drawers. There is also room for storing bags and bulky items. Most cabins have their own ensuite bathroom with either a shower hose attached to the basin, or a complete shower.
Living areas on the Gulet consist of a salon (some have a closeable aft area instead), a deck area for dining, and an aft deck area for lounging in the shade of an awning, and a forward deck area with numerous sun beds which can be shaded with a canopy when the yacht is not sailing.
All yachts are equipped for safety as well as for convenience. They have VHF radios, flares, flags, first-aid kits, life jackets, extra sails, ropes, a small motor boat, and other safety equipment. For your pleasure and convenience many of the newer vessels have a stereo radio and/or cassette player, cellular phone, T.V., video player, and CD player.
A yacht's galley is always well equipped and the cook takes pride in creating tempting dishes of Turkish and international origins. Upon request, we can offer you a 'preference sheet' where you may list what types of food you like to eat, whether you have food allergies or any other special dietary requirements. The cook will try to meet your needs as far as possible.
Just as you can let the cook know what your special food interests are, you can let the captain know what your interests are ashore when you meet him. His expert advice will enable you to invent the perfect itinerary with all the right ingredients.
The electricity on most yachts runs at 12 v/24 v. Please consider this if you wish to bring battery-operated or electric shavers, video players, PC's etc. You are welcome to bring electrical items but make sure you have a conversation with your captain about the safety of it's operation on board.... and the best way to dry your hair in these parts is under the sun!