10 Apr On our way to Pensacola
After a few days of having 'Open Ship' in Galveston, the new guests arrived on board for a voyage to Pensacola. A ship full of Americans, fun times! We have limited time ...
April 2018
04 Apr This is a unique and intense experience
Update by trainee Sandra:
“Following seas are pushing us along on our last full day at sea through the shipping channel towards Galveston, Texas. Tankers, container ...
02 Apr Swimming with dolphins
April 2 - We had an early start to what would become a full and fun day with the 12-4 night watch. I woke up from a nap on deck under a dark starry sky and headed back aft to...
01 Apr April first
Update from our guest crew:
"Today is Easter and April Fools! We were all amazed and happily suprised to see hard boiled eggs set in place around the saloon table for ...
30 Mar Houston, we have no problem
Despite being in a unique place, maintenance is ongoing. Nevertheless most crew enjoyed a few hours of 'Havana life'. Richards ride to get some fresh goods on board invited ...
27 Mar Epilogue – Last Dogwatch (12-4am)
H. writes:
"Dear family and friends and interested people, thank you for bearing with us. Thank you for watching the little dot on your screens, which indicated where we...
26 Mar Song for Boudewijn
About this song. 'Toen wij uit Rotterdam vertrokken' is the best known shanty in the Netherlands. The original song is about a small boy from Rotterdam going to sea for the ...
24 Mar Cuba in sight
Update by Natalie:
"So good news we're not lost at sea, just getting lazy about writing our blog but we're back, possibly to ruin your day again. The weather is as fickle...
21 Mar North of Hispaniola
At noon we were north of Hispaniola (20 26’N 071 29’W). Wind is SE of 2 to 3 Bft, the sea is calm with a light swell from the east. The weather is sunny with...
