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My first visit to Santorini was a month or so after my 21st birthday. I have a blurred montage of memories, of pieces, images and a felt sense of the baked earth, the summer sun and the impossibility of the place. The deep, dark blue of it. The other worldliness…

We feel like we are getting into the swing of the cruising life now. Getting the hang of what it takes. Getting advice from…

So, what is it really like living on a boat? It’s not chartering for a week which is a little like glamorous camping. Not like…

I’m sitting in a picture-perfect Greek anchorage. There’s a small beach with a taverna on the hillside and behind us a tiny island, all cliffs…

It’s been a few weeks since I have written anything and a LOT has happened. We have fondly farewelled Turkey, entered Greece and started our…

I’m Cath. I write most of the blogs unless I can get Rick to join in. I write to share about our sailing life with as much authenticity and honesty as I can. This means more than just the perfect moments. It’s a way to reflect and to remember the unfolding days, the terrifying moments and the things that bring us a sense of awe. I hope you come along for the journey.
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