Today we were back out on the water, weather conditions not permitting the safe travel across the Gilbraltar Straight. Feeling thankful that the delay in our passage through the Strait of Gibraltar allowed us to experience the warmth and hospitality of Morocco, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Indeed, the beauty of travel...
Today’s adventures took us on a journey to see the ancient ruins of Volubilis and the enchanting blue alleys of Chefchaouen. Our first stop was the archaeological site of Volubilis, founded in the third century BC as the capital of the ancient kingdom of Mauretania. Annexed by the Romans in AD 45, Volubilis flourished...
Today’s adventure was a dive into the history and culture of Fès, a UNESCO World Heritage site founded in 789 AD and the oldest of Morocco’s imperial cities. Known as Morocco’s religious and spiritual capital, Fès is a treasure trove of sights and experiences. We entered the medina through the iconic Blue Gate (Bab...
Our morning began with a tour of Casablanca led by our awesome host Chahine, where we visited the breathtaking Hassan II Mosque. Casablanca, originally established as a small Amazigh settlement in the 7th century and named Anfa (meaning hill), evolved into a major trade center by the 18th century due to its fertile agricultural...
Sometimes, the weather has its own plans. Indeed, on July 2, our forward progression by boat came to a standstill. As we docked in Barbate, preparing to journey eastbound through the Strait of Gibraltar, we found ourselves in a “no go” position. Navigating the Strait of Gibraltar requires a meticulous balance of wind, tides,...
Our visit to Cadiz, Spain, was a delightful whirlwind of mpressive architecture, stunning beaches, and gorgeous gardens. The highlight was undoubtedly the Catedral de la Santa Cruz de Cádiz, built in 1838. Inside, the cathedral we found the Chapel of San Sebastian and were enthralled to read about its rich history. The alter in...
While still in orca territory, we decided to break up our 120-nautical-mile journey from Lagos to Cadiz into three smaller legs. This brought us to Vilamoura for a night. Described to us as the Vegas of Portugal, we found it a bit exaggerated but enjoyed its unique charm. This little oasis offers a beach...
Our first full day in Lagos started with a trip to the local chandlery for cleaning supplies, followed by a deep boat clean. In the afternoon, we met up with our good friends Kelley and Jennifer for a relaxing time at Burgau Beach and some pre-dinner snacks at a cute café by the beach....
Tuesday’s trip saw us traveling from Sines to Lagos, a route shadowed by the looming threat of an orca attack (there were 3 attacks on boat rudders in this region just the prior day!). The anxiety was palpable as we navigated the 80 nautical miles over 12 grueling hours. With our crew of three...
Today was a relatively uneventful day at sea with glass-like surfaces and winds less than 7 knots all day, almost directly on our bow, leading to us motoring. There’s really not much to say about such a journey other than to bask in the glory of the spectacular views to behold. I’m contemplating a...
