Today was a glorious day at sea. It started off wonderfully with the sun shining and our first catch of a fish from a hand line trailing behind the boat. After a hearty meal of Moroccan sweet potato soup and baguettes, Evan set to work preparing a delectable ceviche, which we all enjoyed later...
After months of preparation, we finally set off on our first major sail, departing La Rochelle, France, and heading across the Bay of Biscay to Gijon, Spain. The route spans 260 nautical miles, and we estimated the journey would take approximately 44 hours, traveling between 5 and 7 knots. Our excitement was palpable as...
Today took us on a little administrative adventure as we headed to Demarches Administratives to check out of France. Unsure of what to expect, the bus dropped us off near the commercial marina, right outside a building surrounded by barbed wire, which added a hint of apprehension. Fortunately, the process was quick and smooth;...
Hosting our first dinner party on the catamaran was an exciting adventure. The galley, cozy and compact, really only accommodates one chef, so Doug and I danced around each other as we prepped food. Cooking in batches with the microwave/convection oven was also a bit of a challenge. Nonetheless, I managed to prepare our...
Had a wonderful afternoon ride into the Old City of La Rochelle. As we passed through the Tower Gates, including Saint-Nicolas (14th century), La Chaîne (14th century) and La Lanterne (12th and 15th centuries), it felt like we were transported back in time, surrounded by centuries-old architecture and the rich history of this coastal...
Port de Plaisance de La Rochelle is bustling with activity, catering to a constant flow of marine traffic. The harbour’s boat lift operates tirelessly, hoisting over 15 boats in and out of the water daily....
What a glorious morning as we headed out in the Pertuis d’Antioche for our inaugural sail. Accompanied by Captain Patrick, we put Kora to the test. Pleased to say she faired well reaching speeds up to 9 knots with 16 knots of wind. We anchored out in the bay and the next morning raised...
As promised … here are some short videos taken inside the salon, starboard hull, port hull, cockpit, and at the front deck of the boat....
It’s been a fun week of setting up our boat. I thought you all might enjoy a few pictures. I will also be sharing some short videos for those interested in seeing more detailed views of how we are managing to store all of the daily essentials of living. I am focused on ensuring...
Feeling utterly exhausted after 3 days spent provisioning our boat! We have traveled all across La Rochelle, visiting Hyper U (Walmart/Target/Kmart equiv), Leroy Merlin (Home Depot/Bunnings equiv), Bouchara (beautiful linens), and local markets. English isn’t so prevalent in this city, so we’ve become quite skilled at playing a game of charades when making our...
