Aegina is one of those islands that just works for cruising sailors. Close enough to Athens to be convenient, far enough away to feel like you’ve properly escaped, and friendly to boats of all sizes, it’s a natural first (or last) stop when exploring the Saronic Gulf. Whether you’re island-hopping for a season or just … Continue reading Explore Aegina: A Cruiser’s Paradise in the Saronic Gulf
Journal - 6 months sailing the Saronic Gulf, Greece - May
I have a confession to make. I LOVE ChatGPT. I mentioned this to a friend recently, and she asked, "What's that?" It's simple. You can ask "ChatGPT" questions on your trusty laptop or phone and get an answer within seconds. I decided to illustrate how this works in this week's post by using AI. I … Continue reading Mediterranean Sailing: 10 Must-Visit Islands
JUNE 2024 - SOUTH AFRICA. Dear friends, We have had a particularly wet week in the Western Cape, 4 days of non-stop rain. Unfortunately, water flooded into SV Knowind through a partially open hatch, so this weekend will be spent doing a big mopping-up operation, in between watching the tennis finals being played at Roland … Continue reading No Fun when there’s No Sun (or Sailing).
We were lucky enough to sail in the Saronic Gulf in Greece for six months, and Hydra was one of our favourite islands. There is something magical about the tiny island of Hydra in the Saronic Gulf of Greece. Perhaps it is the lack of cars, motorbikes, or even bicycles which are not allowed on … Continue reading Everything you need to know about visiting Hydra, Greece.
Documenting Captain Mikes love of sailing, how and where it began SO many years ago!
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