It is a tranquil, cloudless bright blue sky day and we are on the way to the Balearic Islands, an archipelago (an extensive group of islands) off Spain. Our trip will be roughly 32 hours long, traveling 160 nautical miles with, unfortunately, light winds. Nonetheless, both Rich and I are excited to explore a new… read more

(10/04) Happy Anniversary! We are celebrating our 37th year by hopping from anchorage to anchorage along the Sicilian coast towards our final destination in Italy, Alghero. One of the nicer anchorages was located outside a beach named Le Dune. The flora, the dunes, and the rock formations were spectacular, wrapped in pristine white sand. The… read more

We have traveled to Sardinia, one of the larger islands in the Mediterranean Sea. Overall, our voyage was about 26 hours, we sailed 160 nautical miles with the sea illuminated by a full moon. Since it was a full moon, the stars were not as nearly brilliant but it made navigating the dark water that… read more

Visiting Palermo, the capital of Sicily, was unbelievable, defying all our expectations. No matter where you looked there were grand ruins and statues, breathtaking churches, beautiful boutiques, and gorgeous landscapes and flowers. The people were welcoming and very happy to share their culture as well as their delicious foods. Highlights of the city include: the… read more