The paths of refugees and sailors cross on the Canary Islands. While we are on our way to Africa with our yachts, thousands of migrants have been landing on the Spanish islands for months. One of the boats has been moored in El Hierro just opposite the leisure boats. What was left behind in it is indicative of the hardships of the journey.
Capsizing with all the ship’s documents is a pretty stupid thing to do. That’s exactly what happened to me on the Selvagens. Nevertheless, I would like to return.
Since I had a visit from a cat on board last year, the thought of a four-legged companion has haunted me. But would a cat also feel comfortable? Depending on whom you ask, the answers vary.
We are sailing again, Blue Alligator and I. At the beginning of September, we set off from Vila do Porto on Santa Maria and headed for Madeira. The destination of the trip this time is Africa. Whereby the journey should also serve a purpose. We are actually going on an expedition.