It started off a quiet day with only light winds. At first we had to sail between all the big ships and then out to open waters. The surface of the water was glassy smooth.

We had all day to sail because we had to arrive home after 4:30pm. Otherwise the tides in the harbour would be too strong. So one big sail was raised and we relaxed on deck.

The water was so smooth we could see our reflections on the surface

All day we sailed and we could relax on deck with cushions out for comfortable seating 😎. No dolphins today though.

5:00 pm Dartmouth arrival and we had to prepare all the lines to attach the yacht to the pontoon.


We sailed all day (7hr45min) for 32 miles over the water.
But wait… the tide also carried the boat forward for 3 miles extra. THREE miles added thanks to the moon 🌙 Total 35 miles


So interesting thinking about the tides as well as the wind and sea conditions – equally for those of us who are not so little!