Well, it was a tough go getting to Cannes, but we made it. While taking a sail down, a stanchion ripped out as well as a rail at the back of the boat. We were able to wrestle the sail down and get it in the bag, but it was not an easy task. A… read more

The shining sun and warmer temperatures are welcome changes from the cold weather we have been experiencing. And where better to embrace the weather than here in the south of France! Things here in St. Tropez are a bit different than Marseilles (big city) or La Ciotat (fishing village). For example, it is very much… read more

We have been sailing our way along the coast to Saint-Tropez, France. At the first anchorage, we took time to take the dingy ashore and take a long walk. The photos on land are from the walk. The other photos are from a second anchorage where we remained on the boat. Over the past two… read more

Today, we took an Uber and traveled to Marseilles, about a 40 minute drive from the marina. It was a lovely car ride around the Calanques National Park, highlighting stunning sights of white rocky mountains and a lush green treeline. Using Uber is a pleasure, letting you relax and enjoy the scenery while the driver… read more