Tuesday 27
Left Licata where the staff were so friendly and our departure was slightly delayed while we waited for the man in the chandlers to bring us a 'present' which was a t-shirt each - nowhere have we been so looked after. We had decided to leave for Marina di Ragusa despite the weather forecast as we thought it would be better to be at the point where we wanted to cross to Malta. Initially although it was overcast the sky was not looking particularly threatening. The Captain had estimated a five hour trip. Less than half way across a large bay the sky in front of us changed from not looking threatening to completely black. Panic began to set in and we put everything away we could possibly think of - the Captain even went forward to tie down the dinghy which sits on the front deck. He did ask if I wanted to turn and go back but there didnt seem much point to me and we were never going to out run the storm at about 7knots. I have to admit to feeling a little frightened but in the end although the storm was directly above us and we were heading into the wind so lost even more speed it was actually not too bad and Sequel was wonderful. We were however very relieved when we finally arrived at Marina di Ragusa. Another huge fairly new marina but nothing like as friendly as Licata and there seems to be a problem with flying ants!
Anyway did our sightseeing trip to Ragusa today and thoroughly enjoyed that and are off to try a restaurant on the beach tonight recommended by a very nice Belgium couple on the boat next to us.
Hi Guys, you really are experiencing all sorts of conditions and trials - flying ants is a new one.Glad you are where you need to be for your crossing to Malta and I hope that all goes well.
ReplyDeleteWorking 3 days this week which is not something I would choose to do and glad I don't have to as a norm. Lovely weather here at the moment as well and I am stuck in the shop!
Lots of love. Sue and Andy
Hi Nice touch with the t-shirts even though it did delay you a little. Ragusa looks an interesting place from the photograph. You are certainly having various weathers I too would have been frightened with a black sky but at least you are here to tell the story. It is good to know that Sequel was able to handle the storm which I am sure puts your faith in her if you hit any other adverse weather conditions. Had a beautiful week weather wise this past week and I am now off to sit in the garden with the paper should really be doing some weeding but think I will leave that for another day. You probably know that Cindy & Ains are away, but Cindy has had to see a doctor as she has a chest infection.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your remaining time - when are you back?
Love Kathryn & Vince x