A Typical Day Afloat
We are frequently asked, especially by newcomers to flotilla sailing,
what a typical day is like. This is a hard question to answer, as no
two days are ever the same. However, this only adds to the attraction of
flotilla holidays as every harbour or anchorage has its own
characteristics. Every evening will have a different feel and as every
sailor in the world can tell you, you never get two day's sailing
conditions the same.
Morning Briefing
This is your chance to gain the knowledge and experience
developed by our lead crews over many years. They will recommended
places to shop, places to swim, idyllic lunch stops and places to meet
and eat that evening. It's also a great chance to get help with
navigation for the day.
Provisioning
We're not talking popping down to Tescos more like debating if
this one giant tomato will feed the family, waiting for the bread to
cool down after emerging from the oven, or selecting a watermelon that
will last you and all of the boats on flotilla for a fortnight. Your
lead crew will give you first hand guidance on what is available where
and help you plan accordingly. Most harbours and villages also have
cafés and restaurants for breakfast, lunches and evening meals.
Leaving Harbour
Our lead crew will always use their skill and expertise to help
you on your way. Armed with a full fridge of fresh ice, your lunch and a
fully briefed route for the day you can enjoy looking forward to
another exciting day afloat.
Lunchtime
You may wish to keep sailing with a sandwich in one hand, the
wheel or tiller in the other and a drink propped safely in the corner.
Alternatively, anchor in a secluded sheltered bay, enjoy a pre-lunch
swim and the range of fresh produce purchased that morning. Follow this
with a long siesta; knowing that the only sound you will hear is the
whisper of the wind and the gentle lapping of the water against your
boat
Arriving at your new destination
The anticipation of sailing into a harbour for the first time is
always exciting - How much space will there be? Will we be able to find
good shelter? What's the holding like? This is all made so much easier
when you see a familiar face from our lead crew guiding you in and ready
to take your lines.
Sundown
After a days sailing you always get a deeply relaxing and
satisfying feeling when you are safely tied up. It's a great time to
recap on the day's adventures, to try and get to the last chapter of
your book or have a late siesta. There's always something special about
seeing the sun go down after a days sailing. A quick shower, either on
board or ashore washes the days salt away and leaves you refreshed and
ready for the evening. Don't forget to run the engine for a while if you
want to take advantage of your pressurised hot water
Evening
On several nights a week our lead crew will organise a group
meal or throw a party. You'll be amazed at the excuses they can come up
with for yet another party. These events are a great mixer and help you
get to know other sailors on your flotilla but remember, if you want to
do your own thing a quiet candlelit meal under the stars, an early night
with the children on the boat, or a trip to another nearby town you
can. It's entirely up to you.