Had a good passage to La Caletta. Having studied the pilot book before we left we knew that there were berths available on a T pontoon but were informed that in a strong southerly this would be uncomfortable. The Captain scoffed saying the only direction the wind had blown in all the time we have been in Sardinia was from the west or north-west. But you have guessed it already - we were only half way there when the wind picked up from the south and by the time we got to the top of the T pontoon it was blowing quite strongly. I know I said I wasnt going to go on about the wind but it is impossible not to. Anyway we helped ourselves to a berth and were then told we could stay there but no water or electricity were available to us - it was there, but we couldnt have it. The upside was that it didnt cost anything to stay the night which made the Captain's day as Olbia marina was 125 euros a night.
Saturday - Sainta Maria Navaresse - which was lovely and we even managed a meal out.
Sunday - Porto Corallo - huge marina, but no other facilities - weather still hot and wind blowing from the south.
Monday - Villasimius - another huge marina now on the south coast of Sardinia not far from Cagliari - but everything already closed for the season.
On to Cagliari tomorrow and hopefully a supermarket - provisions running low and Matt & Heather arriving on Wednesday.
If it is any consolation, it has been blowing lots of windy stuff here for the last few days. We had the charity bike ride from the pub on Sunday, 270 riders, and gazebos kept blowing down.
ReplyDeleteFront gate and flower beds are now done, it looks so good, just hope the plants all thrive.
Going up to see Tom for lunch today wonder if it will be more sushi, cutting it up with chopsticks, not easy.
Duncan in Portugal having his first holiday in ages. Hope all goes well with the new crew when they arrive and that you managed to stock up with provisions.
Keep smiling and blogging.
Lots love Sue and Andy
I have finally looked on a map and it all makes sense now where you are! I am sure you have been food shopping more than that! Just waiting fir a rain shower to pass before we go to the park, it is not hot here just wet & windy. Effie's 2hours in nursery went well I'm not even sure she had noticed I had gone!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your time with the new crew members and I hope the crossing goes well.
Xxx
Hi We also have had strong winds not as bad as in the North West. Mum & sister in law arrived safely yesterday so off tomorrow will be thinking of you on your crossing and enjoy the time with your ship mates. Luckily off tonight for a meal at the Trevi I think I deserve it. Take care.
ReplyDeleteLove Kathryn & Vince x