San Fransisco’s Alcatraz
In 2013, I took the boat from San Fransisco harbour across to the island of Alcatraz, site of the famous old prison. It was a fascinating visit… Cellhouse rocks – May 3-2013.pdf
The Southern Dalmatian Islands of Croatia
In September 2011, I skippered a sailboat with four crew, sailing from Split to the Southern Dalmatian Islands of Hvar, the Pakleni Islands, Vis, Korcula, anchoring in little bays and swimming off the back of the boat, docking in small fishing villages and eating freshly caught fish, drinking the wine…
Dubrovnik, Croatia
In September, 2011 I first visited Croatia and began my trip by staying in the dazzling city of Dubrovnik with its terracotta rooftops, cobbled streets and glorious views over the azur Adriatic sea. It was to prove a wonderful introduction to this sailing mecca… Dazzling Dubrovnik – Nov 8-2012.pdf
Day 20 – Sunday 20th Feb
Dept mooring buoy at Lochmara Bay, last boat to leave, at 08.20 bound for Waikawa Bay to return Millenium Spirit to her rightful owners at Charterlink. She has been a great ride, comfy boat, steady and responsive sail and coped with all 9 of us for 5 nights and 6…
Day 19 – Sat 19th Feb
Last full day on board – sailing as crew today so will get some grinding exercise on winches (Lewmar 66’s!) Depart Tawa Bay in Tory Channel at 09.45 and raised main with first reef in place. Sailed across to Arthurs Bay in Bay of Many Coves, arriving at 11.45 with…
Day 18 – Fri 18th Feb
Left Ship Cove mooring at 09.45 – galley crew today (ugh!) Sailed upwind for 3 hours toward Cape Jackson to see the famous lighthouse (unmanned) perched out on a windy peninsula in heavy cross-currents. Stood on foredeck at mast facing forward and inhaling expansive vista of horizon and blue, blue…