Sixteen days after departing Texas, we finally made it to La Rochelle and were so excited to see Lady Kora in person. She’s looking good! A few last-minute electrical matters still need to be completed. We will officially move on board on Monday, May 20. So far, all is going well. Passing through immigration...

Our last port of call as we cruise across the Atlantic on our way to pick up Lady Kora. Spent the day in Valencia, Spain, another beautiful coastal town with gorgeous beaches and bustling city squares. Spent the day bicycling around the city, passing through the City of Arts and Sciences with its futuristic-looking...

Had a great day out on foot exploring the beautiful coastal city of Málaga, Spain. Our first stop was the Cathedral of the Incarnation of Málaga, a breathtaking masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. We were mesmerized by the intricate details on the facade and inside the cathedral and by the grandeur of its two colossal...

Land ahoy! After 7 days at sea we finally arrived at the Azores. Our first ever visit to Portugal. Enjoyed a great hike around the walls of a dormant volcano with stunning views of Lagoa das Sete Cidades, a pair of lakes nestled in the crater. Followed our hike up with a stroll around...

         We’ve reached the midpoint of our cruise and are currently somewhere out in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. The seas have fortunately been quite smooth and we have been enjoying time on our balcony looking out at the beautiful deep blue water and watching dolphins frolicking in the ship’s wake....

As we revel in the luxuries of our cruise ship – indulging in fine dining, sipping cocktails, enjoying some fantastic performances on center stage, and marveling at the many gorgeous sunsets, our minds drift eagerly toward the upcoming sailing adventure awaiting us. While some may consider this interlude a mere vacation, for us, it’s...

Preparing for a four-month sailing escapade presents some challenges in packing. Adding to the challenge was the fact that we needed to pack a microwave, power tools, and many other things for the catamaran. Why bother with the microwave & power tools – it was a matter of cost. Kora is fitted with US...

Ahoy, family and friends, fellow travelers and adventure seekers! It’s Karen & Doug here. We’re beyond thrilled to share our upcoming seafaring journey with you all. Doug has been dreaming of this journey since 2021 when he first took up sailing as a hobby during the pandemic. Finally, the stars aligned. Using his newly...