November 2016

In January we did the same voyage, we had depressions, wind against, rain and more mishaps. This time all goes splendidly well. During the night, after passing Ushant, we had...

A bit sad but very satisfied with all the accomplished chores, we watched the 'Oosterschelde' sail out towards the Canary Islands.
The ship will not be back in the N...

There is always more work than expected. Or the work takes longer then expected. Whatever is the reason: we have to make long hours to get everything done in time. There are ...

We have worked hard this week and luckily the weather was good. The 'Oosterschelde' looks as good as new. Tomorrow after a few small chores we will go back into the water....

Early this morning the ‘Oosterschelde’ went into the dry dock at Padmos in Stellendam. Besides regular maintenance and the yearly inspections we have planned something ...

Today we sailed the first of two day trips out of Hellevoetsluis, with all kinds of guests: former trainees, some brought family and friends, and also new guests who are ...

Yesterday we brought a salute to Vopak. After a year full of celebrations for the 400 year anniversary of Vopak yesterday the final event was held in the Cruise Terminal ...

After day trips in London it is time to go back to sea again. Monday morning all our new guest crew were on board and we sailed once more all the way up to the Tower Bridge...

After two days of cleaning, scrubbing, painting, grocery shopping and all sorts of chores the ship is all set for Sail Royal Greenwich. At the time I’m typing this the last ...