Piraeus, Greece’s largest port and Athens’ eternal maritime twin, has lived a thousand lives. Beneath its maritime grit, Piraeus tells the story of ancient empires, naval battles, global trade, and a distinct urban culture forged where the Aegean kisses the land. Let’s navigate through the history, port significance, attractions, and culture that make Piraeus…
Life at sea isn’t always easy for sailors. From time to time, a computer or a game console onboard can greatly contribute to their well-being. Interestingly, maritime themes have also become a favorite subject for video game developers. And for gamers, it’s an exciting genre to dive into. So let’s take a look at some…
Stories of monsters, missing ships, and whirlpools that swallow entire fleets have been told by sailors for centuries. It’s time to swab the decks of fiction, though. This ship is bound for the waves of truth, so join us on this journey. The Bermuda Triangle Let’s start with the biggest, the…
Would you like to familiarise yourself with or remember terminology about maritime shipping? Come and let’s go through our list. A Aft: The rear part of a ship or the opposite of the bow Anchorage: The designated area where ships anchor, often with specific rules and charges. Arbitration: Method for resolving…
Dubai, a city known for its glamorous retail centers, sparkling skyscrapers, and eight-lane highways filled with luxury cars, and the home of one of our offices. Let’s explore Dubai, its maritime story and its port together. History of Dubai The contemporary transformation of Dubai into a major port metropolis has a…
No smart phones, no social media. Life was quite different when we entered the 21st century but we have come so far. Humanity has pushed the limits of the blue frontier through ground-breaking inventions and sadly, sometimes with catastrophes. A century of advancements, failures, and bold aspirations, the kind of things that would cause…
Espresso with boiled water is called Americano, right? What about the first coffee shop in the world? Do you know where and when it was opened? If you think you are a coffee geek, think twice. By the way, the answer is İstanbul, 16th century. Can you imagine a life without coffee? Most people…
Dreaming of the past, when our forefathers sailed across unknown waters using only the stars for navigation and whose craft was flimsy in comparison to modern mechanical wonders, brings a unique sense of excitement. Beyond imagination, however, a few courageous people have made it their goal to personally go on these antiquated odysseys. Let’s…
Santos, a port city rich in Brazilian cultural legacy and maritime history, is located on the country’s southeast coast. Santos is still the biggest and busiest port in Latin America, despite not having the glitz of Rio or the metropolitan sprawl of São Paulo. This distinction has been there for more than a century.…
Mersin is the next stop on this journey to port cities. Mersin, one of the most important ports of the Mediterranean, has an intriguing call with its historical and visual richness. History of Mersin There are two commonly acknowledged theories regarding the origin of the name Mersin. Firstly, the Myrtus-Mersin tree, which…