Yesterday we sailed 35NM from Ciutadella to Mahon in Menorca, the wind was a perfect 20-27kts on the beam and we hit our max recorded speed of 9.27knots. This yacht sails like a dream…full sail up and wind in the high 20’s and sails like she is on rails. We didn’t drop below 7 knots... Continue Reading →

We have caught a few fish so far, but all with the Rod...not with the lure. This fish was our first of this trip on the lure and deserves special mention… On Saturday we were sailing along the south coast of Menorca in a 15-20 knot southerly when I noticed we had a fish on our... Continue Reading →

It’s been a busy three weeks. We have spent our time sailing around the islands making up the group known as the Balerics. We started in Mallorca, headed down to Ibiza and then most recently crossed to Menorca. The wind has been a bit on the average side, but we have managed a few lovely... Continue Reading →

Heather's parents Peter and Ruth, joined us in Barcelona and were looking forward to cruising the Balaeric islands. They have plenty of hard won sailing experience so were a valuable addition to the crew for our first crossing. Routes to the Balearic islands from Barcelona usually go from Barcelona to Mallorca or Barcelona to Formentura... Continue Reading →

Our Original Plan was to leave Roses and head South to the Balearic Islands. Heather, however, had other plans. You see, many moons ago Heather lived in France for a year and fell in love with a French boy. Ever since, she has had a soft spot for the place. All she needs to hear... Continue Reading →