OK so we're a little out of synch with the time line here. Whilst wandering around Porto we stumbled onto a man playing guitar, he was so talented I had to record it. Apologies for all of the people wandering around in front of the camera ... ruddy tourists eh?☺ If you'd like a minute …
Captains Blog 13 “Fishing” Potty for Portugal
He was a dashing Doctor with a shock of curly white hair and an uncontrollable desire to sail the seven seas and she was the blonde bombshell property guru with a shared sense of adventure and an infectious laugh. Together they were Hans and Katrin. We’d meet them briefly in A Coruna (♫ Hey A …
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It’s a bit blowy
Lagos, Portugal is one of the farthest west areas of Europe. It's tucked in behind a large section of cliffs, giving it great protection from the tropical storms that have hit the West Coast of Europe recently. Below are pictures of ruined headsails from boats berthed in Figueira de Foz just after Leslie hit. We're …
Guess who we found??
Who lives in a house like this?
UPDATE 1: Heron or Crane Andrew? UPDATE 2: Different location but definitely the same type of nest.
Adios Spain – Hola Portugal
After the botched sail out of Ria de Muros to the entrance to Ria de Arousa, things started to pick up. We were sailing, yes really!! without the engine and averaging 5 to 6 knots, with a plan to head to Isla Toxa Grande and anchor for the night. Bad idea, not enough room to …
Our Big Boaty Adventure 