Rias Baixas, Spain The Rias of Spain are best known for the lower rias that come after the rounding of Cape Finisterre. They are a series of four estuaries located on the southwestern coast of Galicia, Spain. These are Ria de Muros e Noia, Ria de Arousa, Ria de Pontevedra and Ria de Vigo. Overview We rounded Cape Finisterre to spend two days in Muros then traveled to A Probol do Caraminal- in the Ria de Arousa. From St Marta…
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May 4, 2019 |
By Shelley Beer
The maiden voyage of SV Eucalyptus Our plan was to sail from La Rochelle, France across the Bay of Biscay to A Coruna, Spain. It would be the maiden voyage of SV Eucalyptus. Finally the day arrives. Veronique Claus had been training us in La Rochelle over a number of days, and after many exercises, she decided it was time to go. The Captain and crew were appointed. Veronique knew of a Cruising instructor, Franco Di Fabbrio, who was happy…
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