We set off on the 25 hr sail from Menorca to Barcelona with a beautiful sunset at our backs, and finished with the sunrise lighting up the horizon. The lights of Barcelona ahead of us were absolutely spectacular, painting the perfect backdrop for the beginning of our next adventure. Legend has it that Barcelona...
Our visit to Menorca was brief but packed with beauty and charm. Menorca’s name derives from its size, contrasting it with nearby Mallorca. Its capital is Maó (more commonly known as Mahón), situated on the island’s eastern end, and it’s other major town is Ciutadella, situated on the island’s western end. We started the...
We had a rather exhausting night anchored nearby a motor yacht whose anchor kept slipping. Each of us took turns keeping a watch, Soph from 12-2am, Steve from 2-4am, then Karen 4-6am, our skipper Doug resting, though on call all night long. Twice throughout the night the engines had to be started and adjustments...
What an exhilarating experience it was to be invited by the Spanish Coast Guard Search & Rescue Team to participate in a drill while sailing off the eastern coast of Mallorca, Spain! The thrill of having a helicopter overhead was unmatched — the wind from the blades whipping up the water around us, creating...
After restocking our supplies on board, we set off to explore the captivating capital of Mallorca, Palma. Our first stop was Plaza Mayor, the heart of the city, filled with charming restaurants, cafes, art galleries, and shops — though being a Sunday afternoon, many were sadly closed during our visit. Next, we marveled at...
Today our adventures saw us traveling to Mallorca, the largest of Spain’s Balearic Islands. Known for its stunning beaches, limestone mountains, and vibrant nightlife, Mallorca has long been a jewel of the Mediterranean and is a popular tourist site for Europeans and Brits. Our journey there made for a long day, covering 64 nautical...
Ibiza, one of the dazzling Balearic Islands, is famed not only for its vibrant nightlife but also for its rich history and stunning landscapes. biza’s Old Town, Dalt Vila, is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and home to some of the oldest Phoenician settlements in the Mediterranean. Our day began with a dingy ride...
The Balearic Islands form a stunning archipelago in the Mediterranean, just opposite the Gulf of Valencia on Spain’s east coast. This group includes four main islands and a handful of uninhabited isles, all governed from the capital, Palma de Mallorca. Formentera, the smallest and wildest of the Balearics, is an idyllic paradise with beautiful...
Our first day sailing with Soph & Steve was an absolute blast! Steve proved to be a quick study, enthusiastically helping with fenders, lines, raising and lowering the main, and adjusting the sails. I joked that I might be out of a job! The view of the Peñon de Ifach, often called the “Little...
Arriving in Alicante, we decided to take a break for a few days and give Kora a thorough cleaning, restock supplies, and start prepping for our voyage to the Balearic Islands. Our excitement doubled as we awaited the arrival of our good friends Sophia & Steve from the USA. Soph is one of Em’s...
