Keeping with tradition of painting the name of the yacht on the harbor wall, the crew of Lady A
proudly displays our contribution, insuring a safe return home. From left to right, Captain K, Dennis Kelley, Engineer Bill and Lisa Kelley.
Saturday, May 27, 2006
The Famous Horta Yacht Harbor Wall
Keeping with tradition of painting the name of the yacht on the harbor wall, the crew of Lady A
proudly displays our contribution, insuring a safe return home. From left to right, Captain K, Dennis Kelley, Engineer Bill and Lisa Kelley.
Friday, May 26, 2006
Relaxing
The Captain and Engineer relax at the famous Peter's Cafe Sport in Horta, Azores. Please check back for more pictures. Our departure has been delayed another few days so we will try to post more in a day or so.
Recent Shipwreck on the Northern coast of Faial
Our island tour came across an unexpected sight. A hugh ship loaded with containers had grounded on the north side of the island and although no lives were lost the ship seems unrecoverable. She is aground in a bay in relatively shallow water but the pounding waves make it almost impossible to get the cargo off loaded.
Horta Marina, Azores
Lady A alongside the wall in Horta, Azores with Pico in the background. The new marina is nice but very crowded. Since this picture was taken 3 more large motor yachts have arrived and have rafted next to us, two deep along the quay.
Delayed by Weather
We have been watching the weather, waiting for a window that would allow for good weather for the 1200 mile leg to Gibraltar. Some significant wind and seas are delaying our departure from Horta.
The good news is that it will give me a chance to post some pictures. Please check back for the lastest updates.
The good news is that it will give me a chance to post some pictures. Please check back for the lastest updates.
Friday, May 19, 2006
Lady A Arrives in Horta, Azores
Lady A arrived this morning in Horta after 9 days at sea. The island is just as we remembered it from our visit in 1984 when we sailed Coeur de Lion into the same harbor. We plan to spend about a week here for a well deserved rest and then head to Gibraltar where we will begin our Summer season. Pictures to follow.
Tuesday, May 09, 2006
Lady A Arrives in Bermuda
Hello Everyone,
We are in Bermuda after a 3 1/2 day trip from Savannah. The weather has deteriorated and we are revising our plans for the next leg. Instead of heading for the Azores, we will start out toward Madeira which is about 500 miles further ( the new worry will be having enough fuel) and then about 6 days out will make the decision on whether to continue to Madeira or make a left hand turn up to the Azores. There are several gales in the Azores area so we will basically head straight east to try to avoid them. The next leg will take from 9 to 12 days depending on our destination. We are in contact with weather routing daily so will have continual updates. Don't worry, we will be just fine! Sorry about no pictures, but will catch up when we get more time.
We are in Bermuda after a 3 1/2 day trip from Savannah. The weather has deteriorated and we are revising our plans for the next leg. Instead of heading for the Azores, we will start out toward Madeira which is about 500 miles further ( the new worry will be having enough fuel) and then about 6 days out will make the decision on whether to continue to Madeira or make a left hand turn up to the Azores. There are several gales in the Azores area so we will basically head straight east to try to avoid them. The next leg will take from 9 to 12 days depending on our destination. We are in contact with weather routing daily so will have continual updates. Don't worry, we will be just fine! Sorry about no pictures, but will catch up when we get more time.
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