Before we came to Spain, I had heard of the Balearic Islands, but I have to admit that I wasn’t exactly clear on where they are located. Somewhere in the Med, sure, and off the coast of Spain, of course, but there’s a whole lot of water in that general area. So for those of Continue Reading
Category: Anchorages
Welcome to Horta
Landfall and a warm welcome in this legendary Atlantic port.
Le Marin, Martinique
Just us and 1000 other boats…
Happy New Year!
It’s been a minute since our last post… New Year, new posting schedule? 😉
Pointe-à-Pitre
The main island of Guadeloupe is shaped like a big butterfly. Basse Terre, on the Western side, is full of tall, volcanic mountains covered in lush green forests and beautiful waterfalls (which we have yet to go explore, alas). Grande Terre, to the East, is more flat and dry, and largely developed with towns and Continue Reading
Guadeloupe
The sail from Jolly Harbour, Antigua to Guadeloupe is about 40 nautical miles, or 7-8 hours of sailing time in our boat. We calculate an average speed of about 5.5 knots/hour when planning our journeys – when the winds are up we will sail faster than that, but you can quickly end up getting slowed Continue Reading
The St. Lawrence
Montreal, Quebec, and rough weather on the St. Lawrence give way to the beautiful Charlevoix
Lake Ontario to the Thousand Islands
Memories and joy with family and friends as we leave the great lakes behind.
North Channel Cruising
Finishing up our North Channel cruise with a voyage along the northern shore.
The Benjamins
The legendary North Channel anchorage delivers.