Sailing Yacht Ula · video

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Yacht Ula transited from Corfu to Albania in late May to exit the Schengen Area, completing customs clearance in Sarande for a 50-euro fee.0:53 The crew encountered significant noise pollution from local festivals and high-speed watercraft in Sarande and Ksamil, prompting a move to the quieter archaeological site of Butrint.5:13 Sailing north toward Vlora, the vessel anchored in Oricum, where the crew noted decent holding in sand despite a developing marina infrastructure.10:45 A subsequent passage to Durres covered approximately 53 miles in shallow coastal waters, with depths frequently dropping to 10 meters.18:03 During the transit, the crew maintained a close reach in 14 knots of wind, averaging five to six knots.18:28 While exploring inland, the crew rented a car to visit the castle and historical sites in Berat, noting the region's transition from communist-era land restrictions to modern private wineries.11:53

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