Captain Manos was a true character — the kind of captain who instantly makes you feel like you’re sailing with an old friend. He even sent us a menu ahead of time so we could pick our lunches and drinks, which set the tone for the whole day: easy, thoughtful, and full of fun.  Our crew of eight women — granddaughters, daughters, and grandmothers — spent the day cruising around Skopelos. We hopped between hidden beaches you can only reach by boat, and everyone got in the water at least once. Some of us hunted for rocks, others paddleboarded across the bluest water you can imagine, and a few of us claimed our sunny spots on deck.  By afternoon, Captain Manos appeared with two enormous trays of fresh fruit which we demolished in minutes. We returned at dusk, salty, sun kissed, and smiling. Out of our entire two week adventure through Athens and the islands, this was our favorite day.