High Seas and Hiccups, Surviving the Atlantic, One Wave at a Time.
Ahoy there, dear readers! So, here we are again – it’s time for the second leg of the Atlantic crossing. How exciting, right? Except… it’s me we’re talking about, so naturally, nothing is ever that simple. But buckle up (or…
From Marina to Horizon, A Journey with the ARC+
As I sit here, surrounded by the gentle lull of the sea, I can’t help but feel like I’m living in a real-life sequel to The Odyssey. But instead of a Greek hero, I find myself aboard a vessel, not…
Navigating Provisions and Palates on the High Seas.
Ahoy there, culinary adventurers of the high seas! Let’s talk about the glamorous world of provisioning for an Atlantic odyssey and a Caribbean escapade. Now, provisioning might sound like a fancy term for raiding the pantry, but when you’re embarking…
Sweat, Laughter, and Childhood friend: A Pre-ARC Adventure
As the sun beats down relentlessly on the bustling marina in Las Palmas, the atmosphere is charged with excitement as more ARC and ARC+ boats make their way into port. The pontoon is a hive of activity, with crews feverishly…
“Prep and Perseverance: A Lone Sailor’s Journey in Las Palmas
Ahoy, my seafaring companions! – we’re in Las Palmas, a merry haven where the sea breeze whispers tales of camaraderie and the notorious mold that seems to appear like magic. Ian has left my alone to gallivants back home for…
“Sailing Shenanigans: A Tale from Lanzarote to Las Palmas”
“Sailing Shenanigans: A Tale from Lanzarote to Las Palmas” Oh, darling readers, buckle up because our seafaring saga from Lanzarote to Las Palmas is quite the rollercoaster – or should I say, sailercoaster? Picture this: two intrepid souls, a boat,…
“Sailing around Galician: A Peculiar Odyssey Around Caramiñal, Spain
Ahoy there, seafaring jesters! Our next stop was: A Pobra do Caramiñal, where the sea breeze is as refreshing as the humuor in our misadventures. Setting sail from Caramiñal, my trusty crew (aka me, myself, and Ian) embarked on a…
“Sailing South: A Windy (or Not) Adventure
Ahoy there, fellow adventurers! 🏴☠️ It was August 5th, and our trusty crew was setting sail from Coruña, aiming for sunnier shores down south, closer to the Canary Islands. The weather forecast promised calm winds in the morning, so we…
“Soggy Adventures and Shopping Sprees: Surviving the Great British Deluge “
“Soggy Adventures and Shopping Sprees: Surviving the Great British Deluge ☔” Hey there, fellow rain-dodgers! Are you ready for the quintessential British summer experience? It’s been a solid 40 days of rain here (end of July), and I swear if…
“Boat Battery Blues: A Tale of Electro-Mischief on the High Seas “
“Boat Battery Blues: A Tale of Electro-Mischief on the High Seas ⚓🔋” Ahoy, fellow seafarers! Today, we embark on a humorous journey into the nautical world of boat batteries, those elusive energy sources that seem to be tucked away in…
