10 September 2023 - Brindisi

We are on the move!  We slipped out of the marina in Bari and started our trip south and east.  The moment of departure was well chosen, one ferry had left just before us and 3 more were heading for the entry just after we had exited. The weather was good with a medium strength wind from almost behind us.  It was just to one side enough, to allow us to sail reasonably comfortably although at times the waves made the boat roll.

Just to prove that I am here. Spot the (lack of) clouds

We had contemplated anchoring en route for the night, but the potential anchorage is subject to swell, so we decided that we would get a better nights sleep by pressing on. We saw very few other vessels while we were under way, clearly a lot of people have packed up for the season.  It is still hot, so the wind was very welcome.  

We were glad to arrive at the end of the voyage, 60 miles is quite enough for the first day back on the water, and we were both weary.  The marinaros at Brindisi chose to give us a really awkward down wind berth, in the 18 knots of breeze.  However, it was accomplished with the usual skill and verve by our regular parking helmswoman, even though a few folks had turned out to watch and potentially help if something went wrong.  Not needed.

Miles today            59

Miles in 2023      808

Steve (and Tricia) 

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