Category Archives: 2018

Flensburg: highs, lows and ho-ho-hos!

As we make our way slowly around the globe, each harbour, city, and country gives us new and varied experiences – on the land and on the water. Flensburg is no different; from the highs and lows of the Flensburg … Continue reading →

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Finally Flensburg

Our Northern Europe visit in 2018 can be described as somewhat extraordinary. Back in March, our expectation was for a short summer sailing season of a couple of months, a quick whiz around the Baltic then up to Norway before … Continue reading →

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Tack så mycket Vindö !

Six weeks since an unwelcome puncture in Blue Heeler’s hull and the repair work is finished. Blue Heeler no longer has an open wound and the repaired interior woodwork is back in position, thanks to the professional team at Vindö Marin. … Continue reading →

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Holed up at Orust, Sweden

“If you’re wondering whether your glass is half full or half empty you are missing the point; You have a glass and it is refillable” *      *     *     *   Around four weeks ago Wayne almost lost … Continue reading →

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Why are we here?

I was going to write all about our exit from the EU into Norway and the rules of temporary importation into the EU. I was going to share our experiences in Oslo, the Oslo Fjord, and our pleasant trip amongst … Continue reading →

Aside | Posted on September 22, 2018 by | Tagged ,