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Estratto del diario di bordo: l’arrivo a destinazione. Navighiamo ormai da 3 giorni, questa è la terza notte. Tre notti senza luna, tre notti senza stelle. La prima abbiamo fatto uno slalom tra temporali fulmini e piogge. Nuvole ovunque che coprivano le stelle. Nero ovunque. L’oceano, il cielo e l’orizzonte erano completamente oscuri. L’unica fonte luminosa erano la luce di coronamento a poppa e gli strumenti in pozzetto. Stop. Buio profondo e senza confini. Un buio che pare voglia assorbirti. La seconda notte è stata tranquilla: stelle, ma sempre niente luna. Visibilità meno tenebrosa. Una notte di riposo. E poi questa, la terza. Siamo esattamente a 25 miglia da Norman island, prima isola britannica delle isole vergini. In quelle americane non possiamo fermarci perché non abbiamo il visto adatto sui passaporti. Le nuvole coprono nuovamente il manto stellato. Lampi a poppa. Mare nero e onda di prua. Le previsioni danno temporali sparsi più piogge. La barca più di così non può darci, o meglio, non glielo vogliamo chiedere: abbiamo 1800 giri di motore dentro con overdrive (passo più prestante) della nostra elica gori (che dà più velocità ma sforza di più il motore). Vento esattamente sul naso ed essendo notte, non vogliamo metterci a bordeggiare tra i bassi fondali. 5 nodi/5,3 nodi di avanzamento con onda di orua che ci spezza la cavalcata. Il nero si fa di nuovo sempre più fitto. Ma la meta si avvicina. Navigare controvento così non mi piace, ma fa parte del gioco. Una cosa che ti insegna il mare è che devi accettare. Non controlli nulla se non la tua barca, preparandola nel modo più previdente possibile. E noi, siamo pronti. Andrea PS: come ogni avventura degna di essere raccontata, l’imprevisto, l’ultimo nemico da sconfiggere, arriva proprio sul fischio di fine partita. E così è stato questa notte, quando per un soffio non ci siamo schiantati contro una chiatta ormeggiata all’ancora, completamente prima delle obbligatorie luci di segnalazione. Un grande spavento e un’ENORME colpo di fortuna ci hanno impedito di andarle dentro a 6 nodi di velocità (per una barca a vela equivale “a tutto gas”). Tutto è bene quel che finisce bene 🫶

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Experience some of Europe's best excursions with Sail Croatia. From buggy safaris to kayaking to, wreck diving and more. Click "SHOW MORE" below for a full list of excursions. http://www.sail-croatia.com Rafting: Join the jolly team of river rafters and discover the Cetina River -- the original pirate's nest. The Cetina, which runs from the hinterland through the mountains and into the coastal town of Omis, housed the Med's most famous band of pirates. Today the Cetina is home to some medium-grade white water rafting. For hundreds of years they thrived on holding laden merchant ships for ransom passing up the coast on their way to Venice. Buggy Safari: A real tour with a difference! Jump in a 2-seater, 200cc buggy and drive around the vineyards, coves and beaches of Korcula to explore parts of the island most visitors never get to see. Stop-off for snorkelling and at excellent photo-op spots. Kayaking: Jump in a 2-man kayak and explore the coves and coast around Korcula Island with a local instructor. Croatia is paradise for kayaking of all levels -- beginner, intermediate or advanced. Grab your paddle and a few tips on technique and you're off! Dubrovnik Walking Tour: Discover the beauties and treasures of the old town streets and monuments of Dubrovnik -- the Pearl of the Adriatic. Listen to stories from your local Croatian guide that take you back through the city's history and learn about the stories and legends that lie hidden behind the ornate facades. Discovery Dive: If you want to have your first scuba diving experience then this Discovery Dive is for you -- we take care of everything. After a quick talk with the instructor & watching a short video, to ensures the main principles are understood, it's time to enter the shallow water on the nearby beach. Each instructor takes maximum two people and looks after them for the entire dive, which takes between 20 to 30 minutes. Once back on the surface, you will be transferred back to Makarska. Wreck Diving: This dive is for certified divers only and is very rewarding. Dive over the torpedo boat, which lies at 26m, and see its well-preserved metal construction including anti-aircraft guns and torpedoes still in their tubes. It is a haven for marine life - a man-made reef with sponges, algae and fish. Mostar & Bosnia Day Trip: Mostar is a city of contrasts: wide avenues, narrow streets, the traditional Turkish bazaar and Parisian-style boulevards - a city in which the culture and art of the east and west meet. The most magnificent monument is the Stari Most (Old Bridge), built in 1566 according to the plans of Hayruddin, the master Turkish architect and builder. When the Stari Most collapsed after sustained tank shelling in 1993 it was like the heart was ripped out of most Mostar natives. Now, more than a decade later, the beautiful stone structure that had spanned the Neretva River for over four centuries once again arches across its enchanting waters. Montenegro Day Trip: A tiny Mediterranean pearl, unique in many ways, and a place that will take your breath away. From Dubrovnik you will have the opportunity to visit Montenegro for a day and discover that this small country is filled with natural beauty. Explore the best of the Montenegrin coast -- all in one day! Wine Tasting Tour: Get the low-down on Hvar's wine culture. Sample 3 wines and local cheese and olives in the middle of Hvar Island's famous AGER winefield. Sail Croatia Live: After a day touring Dubrovnik you'll be ready to kick up your heels and party the night away with cover songs from some of your favourite artists. Even if dancing isn't for you, this band will have you on your feet! More information on our cruises Navigator: http://www.sail-croatia.com/index.php/croatia-cruises/navigator-cruises Explorer: http://www.sail-croatia.com/index.php/croatia-cruises/explorer-cruises Traditional: http://www.sail-croatia.com/index.php/croatia-cruises/traditional-cruises Sail & Cycle: http://www.sail-croatia.com/index.php/croatia-cruises/sail-a-cycle

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