Anchored at a Nudist Beach?! + Sailing to Portugal & Seaweed Anchor Drama! ⛵🌊
Hello, sailors! This episode is packed with challenges! We kick things off anchored in the stunning Ría de Vigo, where we accidentally found ourselves at a nudist beach! 🫣 After a peaceful (ish) night, we faced a serious struggle getting our anchor up-seaweed overload! Watch as we battle the tangled mess and almost lose our boat hook (again!)
With the anchor finally free, we set sail for Portugal, crossing the border and proudly raising the Portuguese flag 🇵🇹. Our first stop? Viana do Castelo, where we found ourselves in an unexpected industrial dock, but despite the setting, we had a fantastic time exploring this beautiful town.
🏰 We visit Fort Santiago da Barra, take the funicular to the Sanctuary of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and step aboard the legendary hospital ship Gil Eannes, a floating hospital that once cared for Portuguese cod fishermen in the North Atlantic.
But the real challenge came when we set sail for Porto. 🌊 Big swell and varied wind made for an intense passage, with all of us feeling seasick 🤢. We capture some great footage of the rolling waves and discuss the importance of picking the right sail setup in these conditions.
It’s an episode full of unexpected twists, sailing lessons, and stunning Portuguese coastline. Join us for the ride, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!
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