Greek seas are of the deepest of all blues. The horizons are full of myths and legends and the music full of joy. It was here that I met a sailor who’s eyes are of blue of sky, deep like these waters and full of wordless emotions, and full of songs and genuine curiosity. Right…
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Regatta Daze
In the shade of a big pine cone tree full of noisy cicadas, I met a curious sailor soul. We were sitting at the bar with my usual afternoon beer when I got introduced to Yannis by a mutual friend. Part able racer, part ladies man, and 100 percent salty soul, he was full of…
For This Sailor Oceanbound Is Homeward Bound
Steve Bracken Many months ago, while sailing through the Strait of Messina, our little boat was hit with an unexpected 50 knot scirocco, which shook each and every fiber and nerve in our bodies, catching us by surprise just a few miles before the peaceful open sea. It stole some cushions and caused Captain Davi…
Super Trooper, Sailing Queen!
Thalita, Have you got an idea of what “raft up” or “rafting” is? Captain Thalita taught me that: “any group of two, three, many or waaaaay too many boats, which are stationary and which are temporarily fastened together, whether anchored (often on a single anchor), alongside a quay, or adrift.” ( pictures taken from: Latesail,…
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