The Lassithi Plateau at the island of Crete is a wide, fertile plain over 800 meters above sea level, surrounded by peaks, dotted with villages and fields as far as the eye could see. One of the first things we noticed was a row of stone windmills. There were about 20 in view, but once, there were over 10,000 of them! These windmills used to pump water from the ground for irrigation – a lifeline for agriculture here. The Lassithi Plateau has long been the agricultural heart of eastern Crete, with a unique microclimate and plenty of groundwater. Even today, the 18 villages around the plateau live primarily from farming. We flew our drone to capture this sweeping valley from above – the perfect blend of natural beauty and human ingenuity.

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Woolverstone Marina and Lodge Park is set in 22 acres of glorious parkland on the picturesque River Orwell. Within easy reach of the sea and a multitude of scenic destinations, this is a great base to start cruising. There are 235 pontoon berths and 45 swinging moorings with a water taxi service. There’s also a luxurious on-site lodge park, a sailing school and the Royal Harwich Yacht Club (RHYC), which offers stunning views out across the river. For a quote and to find your perfect berth, visit https://www.mdlmarinas.co.uk/quote.

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It's boat tour time. Come aboard Team Fairly Fleabag's JJ Taylor Contessa 26. \#racetoalaska #r2ak #adventurerace

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