If it really was Crete, it would take a lot of sailing but if it was Crete there might very well be British forces based there. In fact I knew so as I had been in these waters before. Also, there were quite a few small islands south of Crete that could fool a person. Gavdos for example was plenty large enough to require quite a hike to see the other side. I admit, I wanted it to be Gavdos.
All navigators have pride.
Ann considered my argument for a moment or so and said sure. If I would feel better looking the island over before we sailed on, it was fine with her. Boats like ours are found all over the Mediterranean and we were sure we could explore to our hearts content as long as we dressed the part though it would take some doing to disguise our resident nurse. When the event unfolded next morning we were wrapped up in burnoose and headgear and even my now week old beard helped. Two more meals and another nights sleep had done wonders for me.