EP41: We anchored in Pailad, a beautiful and charming place, but ended with a sleepless night

Pailad in Chiloe is such a lovely place, that the captain couldn't resist not revisiting it. We had some very good and calm days in 2019 when we stayed here for a week. It is still beautiful as always, with black neck swans and other wild birds and ducks along the water bank. Every morning, the landscape is covered partially here and there by the mist and it creates an unforgettable view. A strong north wind was forecasted for the area, including the whole Chiloe island and its surroundings. All ports and operations were closed. We were too optimistic for the anchorage and didn't move. Anyway, we weren't sure if there was another one better. The current took us by surprise ? and it created a bit of a complicated situation in the strong wind. We raised the mizzen to keep the boat facing the wind. After the blow, Ithaca is on the way again. The next anchorage is Pindo. #sailaroundtheworld #sailboatlife #ithacacruising