Today marks the beginning of an exciting chapter for this remarkable vessel. We are proud to present this extraordinary sailing yacht during her transport. It offers a unique insight into the next and last phase of the build. Magic is carefully guided through the picturesque Dutch canals by @hebo_maritiemservice on her way to Amsterdam, showcasing the seamless integration of cutting-edge design and craftsmanship. It has been an incredible passage through these iconic waterways. We invite you to continue following the launch by keeping an eye on your social media feeds and the waters themselves. You might just catch a glimpse of this magnificent sailing yacht in Amsterdam. @vittersshipyard

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The Art of Sailing Downwind Welcome to Navel Gazing at Camp David Shorts. I’m your host Colin. Set sail with me as we explore 'The Art of Sailing Downwind.' Delve into the nuances of downwind sailing, uncovering sail configurations, steering techniques, and the secrets to maximizing speed in these conditions. For a deeper dive into the subject, check out 'The Complete Sailor' by David Seidman, published by International Marine, and 'Downwind Sailing' by Barry Pickthall, published by Adlard Coles. Don't miss the boat! Subscribe to our YouTube channel, Navel Gazing at Camp David, and embark on full tours and reviews of catamarans and monohulls with your host, David Orton. Let's navigate the downwind together! 🏷️ Tags: DownwindSailing, SailConfigurations, SteeringTechniques, NauticalArtistry, SailSpeed, BoatTech, Circumnavigation, CatamaranReviews, DavidOrton, NavelGazing"

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When we sailed the island of Lefkas in the Ionic Sea of Greece, on the most southeastern side of the island, is an islet called Atokos. This is an uninhabited island, where on the east coast is the famous Wild Pig Beach. We took our dinghy and looked at the pigs that walked on the beach here. The pigs are wild or semi-wild pigs, probably descendants of animals that were once left on the island by humans. This happens more often on uninhabited islands, where pigs are introduced for food purposes or accidentally stranded by ship voyages. Atokos has been uninhabited for a long time, but in the past it was occasionally visited by shepherds or hunters. The pigs may have come from these. They eat a wide range of plants, seeds, roots and nuts that occur in nature. On Atokos vegetation is sparse, but pigs can eat dried grass and branches. Marine life can also be a source of food; some pigs eat washed-up seaweed or small crustaceans. Although pigs are technically wild, they often exhibit semi-tame behaviors when they come into contact with people. Their behavior depends on how much interaction they have had with visitors. They can tolerate human contact, but often remain wary. Some pigs are curious and dare to approach, especially if they smell food!

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